politics

Shrinking from Debate?

September 25, 2008 - 6:12pm
By Donial Dastgir and Elizabeth Manapsal
What the hell just happened? This was supposed to be the big week. I’ve been looking forward to this Friday for months. Finally, at long last, John McCain and Barack Obama were going to butt heads in an epic duel of the ideologies before a national audience. Maverick vs. Outsider.What the hell just happened? This was supposed to be the big week. I’ve been looking forward to this Friday for months. Finally, at long last, John McCain and Barack Obama were going to butt heads in an epic duel of the ideologies before a national audience. Maverick vs. Outsider.

Uncle Sam Doing the Right Thing

September 24, 2008 - 10:35pm
By Lee Blum
Some argue that the current financial turmoil is being blown out of proportion. Psychology is certainly integral to the financial system, but Blum also argues that government intervention is necessary, that the benefits outweigh the cost of using taxpayer money to purchase mortage-related securities.

The Politics of Never Saying Sorry

September 22, 2008 - 9:33pm
By Rob Coniglio
What will McCain do? We clearly can't know for sure, but Coniglio shares his fears of Sen. McCain continuing Bush's general policy of not admitting failures or mistakes.

New Mayor of Detroit Takes Oath

September 19, 2008 - 7:57am
By The Associated Press

DETROIT (AP) — Ken Cockrel Jr. became the city's new mayor Friday, vaulted into office by a sex scandal that destroyed the reign of Kwame Kilpatrick and threw Detroit's government into chaos for months.

Cockrel, who was president of the City Council, took the oath of office Wednesday, but the change didn't take effect until 12:01 a.m. Friday. A public ceremony was scheduled for later Friday.

Cockrel has hired a former federal prosecutor as deputy mayor, picked a police chief and urged residents to put their trust in the new team at City Hall.

In remarks to reporters this week, he said getting his hands on the city's budget problems is a priority. Cockrel already has met with outside auditors.

Magnetic Cows, Commitment-Phobia, the Volt, and More

September 17, 2008 - 11:22pm
By Josh Pothen
Ever noticed cows following the Earth's magnetic field? Know what Obama and McCain have to say about movies? Wonder why you're plagued with marital conflicts? Join Pothen as he delves into these and other news you may have missed.

Lipstick on Pigs?

September 15, 2008 - 10:48pm
By Rob Coniglio
Rob Coniglio stresses the importance of improving U.S. foreign relations, citing unresolved issues with the Middle East, Russia, China, Venezula, and numerous other countries.

Scandal in the Interior

September 15, 2008 - 10:28pm
By Donial Dastgir and Elizabeth Manapsal
Manapsal and Dastgir recall the myriad of scandals that have recently plauged the White House, urging the country back to ethical standards.

What Palin Says (or Doesn't)

September 11, 2008 - 4:19pm
By Donial Dastgir and Elizabeth Manapsal
Donial Dastgir and Elizabeth Manaspal draw commentary from various sources as they discuss the implications of McCain's selection of Sarah Palin for the Republican ticket.

The New Great Game

September 10, 2008 - 11:57pm
By Rob Coniglio
Rob Coniglio comments on the unfortunate place that Georgia has found itself in recently. Georgia sends a clear message to the other countries of the former Eastern Bloc--upset Russia and get close to the United States at your own risk. With Western powers creeping closer, Russia seems to be taking action to keep them at bay.

All Hail the Supreme Court!

June 26, 2008 - 1:11am
By Lee Blum