Critics Miss Benefits of ‘No Child Left Behind’
by Greg Forster
The major charge against the No Child Left Behind Act is that it results in "teaching to the test." But is that really such a bad idea?
Backlash Against Media Smears in the Heartland
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by Ari Kaufman The media narrative on the primaries in Indiana and West Virginia hinted at racism as the reason why Obama lost. There are plenty of Hoosiers and Mountaineers who won't take that charge lying down. |
Why Isn’t Obama Bothered by Terrorist Support?
by Steve Gill
The fact that receiving Hamas support does not appear to disturb Obama should worry us even more than the fact that terrorists see something in him that they really like.
McCain’s Vision of America in 2013
by Bill Bradley
John McCain painted a picture of the future in a speech this morning in Columbus, Ohio. Here's a look at some of the key issues the Republican nominee addressed.
Bush Tries to Make Peace as Hamas Makes War
by P. David Hornik
Despite rocket fire on the very day of his arrival in Israel, President Bush appears determined to push ahead towards a Palestinian state.
Dueling Steves: Steve Schmidt [VIDEO]
As part of our ongoing "Dueling Steves" interview series, senior McCain campaign advisor Steve Schmidt talks with PJM's Bill Bradley about the Republican candidate's plans to grow the economy, promote energy security, care for the environment, and achieve victory in Iraq.
Einstein and the Equation of Faith
by Elizabeth Scalia
The greatest scientific mind of the 20th century pronounced religion "childish." Was Einstein truly an atheist? Or were his complex thoughts on faith a logical continuation of his work in physics?
Federal Budget Woes: It’s the Spending, Stupid!
by Tom Blumer
Bush's supply-side tax cuts have produced windfall revenues for the federal government, but profligate spending by both parties has kept Washington in the red.
Global Warming: Mostly Hot Air
by Mike McNally
As more data come in, the dire predictions of Al Gore and company are being exposed as unfounded alarmism. Is the game close to being up for eco-mongers and their media enablers?
The Real Immigration Double Standard
by William T. Quick
Ruben Navarrette Jr. recently argued that there is a double standard against Mexican flags at rallies in the U.S. But the real double standard is another: punishing immigrants who follow the law and rewarding those who do not.
Wiki-Whacked by Political Bias
by Matt Sanchez
Wikipedia is billed as the world's largest encyclopedia, but is it also the world's largest propaganda tool for smearing conservatives and promoting leftist views?
Why Hillary Won’t Give Up
by Rick Moran
No longer simply a question of grabbing for the power and the glory, Hillary Clinton continues to push herself with one eye on the present and another on history.
Drunkblogging West Virginia: Hillary’s Big Win
The long primary season has severely depleted his liquor cabinet, but Vodkapundit's Stephen Green had just enough left to fuel a zany analysis of Tuesday's big WV primary.
Clinton Easily Wins West Virginia Primary
Hillary Clinton got a much-needed victory in WV on Tuesday, keeping her faint hopes alive. Stay tuned while PJM brings you the best in news and commentary throughout the day.
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How Iran Is Killing U.S. Troops in Iraq
by Bob Owens
Some of the explosives used against U.S. forces are so sophisticated that they must have originated in Iran. Relatively rare pictures obtained by PJM show their effects on American forces' vehicles.
The Singing Revolution Against the Evil Empire
by Christian Toto
A new documentary tells the riveting story of how music played an important part in Estonia's struggle for liberation from Soviet rule.
Golden State Gay Marriage Ban Struck Down
by B. Daniel Blatt
Not all gay people are celebrating today's ruling by the California Supreme Court. Should a decision of this magnitude be left up to the people to decide?
Ask Dr. Helen: Dating the Divorced
by Helen Smith
Dating a divorced person can present many challenges, but do men and women have different needs in post-marriage relationships? Double standards abound.
George Bush’s Explosive Welcome to Israel
by Allison Kaplan Sommer
Terrorists greeted George W. Bush's visit to Israel by shooting a rocket into an Ashkelon mall and injuring dozens. Could there be a better metaphor for the failed peace process?
Glenn Reynolds — Now on Pajamas Media!
The Instapundit, aka Glenn Reynolds, has been part of PJM since its inception. But we are pleased to announce today that he has donned an extra pair of jammies and stepped fully inside the Pajamas Media portal and servers. The very latest Instapundit posts now appear on our front page — and Instapundit has a new URL: http://pajamasmedia.com/instapundit/. The old address will be redirected automatically.
Serbian Election a Muddle for Pro-EU Forces
by Jonathan Davis
On the surface, it was a victory for pro-EU elements in Serbia. But if these pro-western parties can't form a stable government, that victory may be illusory.
Philly Police Scandal Needs Sober Analysis, Not Rev. Al’s Bullhorn
by Jack Dunphy
Philadelphia has been rocked by video of police officers beating black suspects on the street. A levelheaded investigation is needed, but Al Sharpton and his circus are coming to town.
Does Bill Harbor Ill Will Towards Hill?
by Neo-neocon
Bill Clinton has slipped up several times during the campaign, hurting his wife's chances for the nomination. Was it deliberate? Or merely hubris?
Dueling Steves: Steve Maviglio [VIDEO]
As part of our ongoing "Dueling Steves" interview series, Clinton campaign strategist Steve Maviglio talks with PJM's Bill Bradley about Obama's problems, Hillary's strategy — or lack thereof — and McCain advisor Steve Schmidt (who will be interviewed next in the series).
Hillary Who? The Real Campaign Has Already Begun
by Bill Bradley
Obama is turning his attention to the battle with John McCain, with visits to old-style swing states, as Team McCain strategizes what it sees as a difficult but winnable race against the Illinois senator.
Will Obama Run Like Bill Clinton… or Michael Dukakis?
by Jennifer Rubin
Democrats are hoping that 2008 will be another 1992, producing a new, young, charismatic president. But the GOP will do its best to replay 1988 instead.
As Bullets Fly, Lebanese Ask, “What Happens Next?”
by Charles Chuman
Will the past five days of violence escalate into another full-blown civil war? Lebanese are watching and waiting anxiously.
State Department’s Jihadist Exchange Program
by Patrick Poole
In yet another startling case of incompetence, the State Department is sponsoring international delegations for an Islamic group being investigated for terrorist support.
Reading the Ron Paul Revolution
by Glenn Harlan Reynolds
Ron Paul's book, The Revolution: A Manifesto benefits from many of the virtues of the author's maverick presidential campaign — but it also shares some of the Paul campaign's shortcomings.
