America’s Future Hangs in the Balance

by Roger Kimball

As we contemplate the prospects for our country this Independence Day, we should remember that we face a choice between an American future and a multicultural future.

The Pledge We Can Believe In

by Jennifer Rubin

Hollywood elites can't get enough of Barack Obama. But would they promise to live by his rules?

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Iran and the Coming War

by Omar Fadhil

How Iran plans to drag the U.S. into war if Israel dares to attack its nuclear program.

Obama TV Bio Glorifies, Doesn’t Scrutinize

by Christian Toto

Biography: Barack Obama is generous in its treatment of the title subject and predictably lacks critical material.

Saving the Males from the NY Times

by Bernard Chapin

Once again, the media pushes politically correct fantasies about men.

Colombia Rescues the FARC’s Most Famous Hostage

by Fausta Wertz

Former presidential candidate Ingrid Betancourt was freed during a military operation on Wednesday. More proof that Colombia is winning its war against terrorism.

The Very Destructive Caterpillar

by Mike McNally

The use of a Caterpillar bulldozer to brutally murder Israelis yesterday puts a crimp in the Palestinian campaign to demonize the company.

Declaration of Two Dependents: Gay Love and Marriage

by Jamie VanEaton

Same-sex couples have the right to pursue happiness (and pay higher taxes) just like the rest of us.

A Letter to a Young Obama Supporter

by Hugh Hewitt

What do you say to a young person who supports Barack Obama for president?

A Crushing Attack in Jerusalem

by Lisa Goldman

A dangerously heavy frontloader was used for destruction, not construction.

Hancock: A Loutish Superhero Saves the Day

by Kyle Smith

The film is a witty defense of America as a rude, sometimes blundering but ultimately invaluable force.

Why Are Americans Invading Mexico?

by Ruben Navarrette Jr.

Because they're desperate for cheap Mexican gas — and willing to cross the border to get it.

Wesley Clark and the Unbearable Banality of Campaign ‘08

by Rick Moran

Wesley Clark's awkward response to a question about John McCain's military experience began a new cycle of silly campaign arguments that churn up a lot of froth but not much substance.

It’s Hard Being a Rich American Celebrity Abroad

by Pam Meister

Oh, the burdens of cruising the French Riviera while feeling ashamed of your country and president! Just ask Will Smith.

Jesse Helms 1921-2008

by Rick Moran

It's easy to pigeonhole Jesse Helms as a one dimensional ideologue. But he was much more complex a figure than either his friends or enemies gave him credit.

Iran Wielding ‘Soft Power’ Against America

by Lee Smith

Tehran's quest to overthrow the existing order and dominate the Persian Gulf region is being cleverly strategized.

Experience Matters in a President. Just Ask John Adams.

by Jane Hampton Cook

The Founding Fathers would disagree with Gen. Wesley Clark.

How the Times Mined for Controversy in WV

by Tom Blumer

The media used the 2006 Sago mine disaster to bash Bush, even though they had to cook the data to do it.

Why Barack Needs Hillary

by Taylor Marsh

Many Democrats still see the pair as the ultimate dynamic duo — and the best shot at victory in November.

People Died, Buchanan Lied

by Sheryl Longin

Pat Buchanan once again plays fast and loose with the facts to back up his ridiculous statements — this time about Iran.

A Hairdresser, a Hijab, and a ‘Hate Crime’

by Mary Jackson

The owner of a trendy London hair salon has to shell out $8,000 for hurting a veiled Muslim job applicant's feelings. Boo hoo.

McCain’s Delicate Dance Away From Bush

by Jennifer Rubin

How does John McCain distance himself from a very unpopular president and assert his own persona and policies? Very carefully.

Gun Control Proposals Off the Mark

by Bob Owens

"Guns don't kill people..." But some anti-gun proposals might kill the gun manufacturing industry.

PJM Veepstakes in Full Swing

Week 2 of voting is complete! For the Dems, readers put Bill Richardson in the lead with 14%, followed by Jim Webb (12%), Wes Clark (10%), Kathleen Sebelius (9%), and Sam Nunn (7%). On the GOP side, Sarah Palin and Mitt Romney are tied at 18%, followed by Tim Pawlenty (10%), Bobby Jindal (9%), and Charlie Crist (7%). Don't miss your chance to vote — and win great prizes! Click here.

The Hersh File

by Michael Ledeen

Once again Seymour Hersh wastes our time with an essay that would have been more suitable for a psychiatrist’s couch, accompanied by the question, “Doctor, why do I keep making up these things?” (More on Hersh from Ron Rosenbaum)

McCain and Obama Focus Their Energy on… Energy

by Bill Bradley

As gas prices continue to skyrocket, Fourth of July week campaigning is all about fuel.

When It Comes to Nukes, Iran Is No North Korea

by Meir Javedanfar

Could the North Korean diplomatic model really help in the effort to defuse Iran's nuclear program?

Mugabe: The Anti-Mandela

by The Coffee Addict

South Africa's leaders remain shamefully silent and impotent regarding their northern neighbor's recent ruthless power grab.

Is Obama the Democrats’ Reagan?

by Rebecca Walberg

The movie-star charisma is there — but what about the rest?