Democrats Aim to Use Celebrities at Charlotte Convention
Trying to be savvy about it
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Ethiopia's New Prime Minister Faces Fractured Ruling Coalition
The U.S. seems to like Hailemariam Desalegn, his own party not so much
What's Happening on Day One of the DNC
A rundown of what libertarians should look for on Day One of the DNC.
Stoners Sought Out in Dutch Elections
To defeat candidates supporting restrictions on marijuana use, especially by tourists, in the country
5 Broken Democratic Promises from 2008
As the party gets set to re-convene, take a tour through the ghosts of broken DNC vows past.
Gary Johnson Feels "So Much Better" Not Being Republican
Running for president as the Libertarian nominee
Obama: From Rock Star to Remote President
Fans lament a president who is increasingly distant and disconnected
NYC Paying $735 Million in Settlements from Potholes to Police Abuse
This year alone, six times what LA pays per capita
Teachers Unions Souring on Democrats in Charlotte
Unrest among those questioning Democrats' commitment to public schools and teacher unions
Hackers Leak 1 Million Apple IDs They Say Came From FBI
The group Antisec say they want to draw attention to FBI's use of personal information, have millions more
Archbishop Desmond Tutu: George Bush, Tony Blair Should Be Tried for War Crimes
For the invasion of Iraq, which the Nobel peace prize laureate also says could have triggered the civil war in Syria and cause a wider conflict with Iran. No word on the current U.S. president
Obama's Name Spelled Wrong in Booker Ad
Newark's mayor ran an ad supporting Barak Obama's re-election
What Is Mitt Romney's Plan for Afghanistan?
Good luck figuring it out from the party's recent convention, which offered conflicting views.
California's Delegation Establishes Itself at Convention with Drunken Tirades, Hospital Visits, and Nazi References
Welcome to the folks who tell us we need to be grown-ups about America's future!
Obama, Democrats, and the Media: You Can't Handle the 'Truth'
The country's political class frets that Americans don't understand how good this president has been.
Obama: Huge Clint Eastwood Fan, Not Offended by RNC Remarks
Says Eastwood a great actor and an even better director and that running for president requires a thick skin
5 Stupid Government Interventions in Sports
It didn't begin (and won't end) with Lance Armstrong getting stripped of his Tour de France titles.
Individualism, Collectivism, and Other Murky Labels
Understanding the difference between true and false individualism
Gary Johnson's OK Week
While all eyes were focused on Tampa the Libertarian candidate's campaign trudged along.
Mitt Romney Personally Invited Clint Eastwood to Speak at RNC
Extended the invitation after Eastwood endorsed him at an Idaho fundraiser earlier this month. Mixed reaction from staff
"Go Topless Day": What We Saw at the 5th Annual Protest
Should women be allowed to take their shirts off in public?
Gov. Brown Authorizes Off-Reservation Casinos In California
Agreements still require legislative approval, which is where opponents (rival tribes) have the most influence
Hillary Clinton Meets with New Zealand PM
US will be giving money to Pacific nations for development.
Al Gore Calls for End of Electoral College
No, this isn't really old news we stumbled upon by accident
Judge Rules Tuesday Whether to Allow Gary Johnson on Iowa Ballot
Romney supporters appear to be trying to knock him off
