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From Independent Maverick to Incoherent Conservative

Sen. John McCain reiterated his support for a "cap-and-trade" approach to global warming today. Treating global warming as real is McCain's best hope of convincing Americans he offers not more failed conservatism, but an independent maverick approach to government....

Weekend Watchdog Wrap-Up

The Sunday shows go 1-for-3 for the Watchdog, but to be candid, the Watchdog set the bar particularly low. But first, the strikeouts. Once again, McCain campaign adviser and former corporate executive Carly Fiorina was not challenged on her past support for the...

Weekend Watchdog

Every Friday in our Weekend Watchdog feature, we post suggested questions for scheduled Sunday guests. You can add your own questions in the comment thread. We'll also include contact information for the shows, so we can let them know what their viewers want asked....

Is It Even Possible To Reduce Gas Prices This Year?

Both parties in the Senate have just introduced legislation in response to high gas prices. The Republican announcement states its bill with "Reduce Gas Prices And Decrease Dependence On Foreign Oil," while the Democrats say theirs "addresses the root causes of high...

After the Primaries, A United Progressive America

The Democratic presidential campaign began with remarkable unity from the candidates regarding what needs to be done to revitalize the economy and restore America's moral authority—and their populist themes even spilled over into the Republican primary. That does not...

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