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The Quran-Burning Coverage Conundrum
Media coverage of Pastor Terry Jones' plan to burn the Quran has been extensive. Brook Gladstone, host of NPR's On The Media, says the story exposes more about American media that it does about the American people.
The Nation: The Time For Bold Measures Is Now
President Obama's $50 billion infrastructure proposal was met with howls of dismay from Republicans. But the Editors of The Nation argue that Obama cannot let the minority party dictate the conversation on economic issues. Only if he adopts clear and forceful plans to deal with unemployment will he win the debate.
National Review: Time to Quit, Lisa
Alaska senator and Sarah Palin rival Lisa Murkowski, lost her primary to newcomer Joe Miller in August. Murkowski now threatens to run as a Libertarian or as a write-in candidate. The Editors of the National Review argue that Murkowski should stay home: running as a third candidate could hand the election to the Democrats.
The New Republic: Climate Bill Stumps Republicans
Businesses in California are split on the issue of climate change legislation,so candidates Meg Whitman and Carly Fiorina don't know whether to support it. Bradford Plumer of The New Republic argues this is emblematic of new attitudes in the business community, and in the Republican party.
Foreign Policy: Obama's Promises Not Fulfilled
President-elect Obama promised Americans a change in the War on Terror. On the anniversary of the attacks of Sept. 11th, commentator James Traub argues that Obama has abandoned Bush's approach to terrorism, and has held on to Dick Cheney's.
Cleaning Up Sept. 11 Ashes Was 'Like A Communion'
Jack Murray watched the Sept. 11 attacks unfold from the roof of his Manhattan apartment building. For two weeks, he cut steel beams for the search and rescue efforts at ground zero. John Romanowich worked for the city agency in charge of the cleanup and spent four months helping at the site.
Essayist: Before Burning Quran, Know What's In It
Commentator Anisa Mehdi has a proposition for anyone threatening to burn Islam's holy book: Try opening it up. Christians might even find some of the references to Jesus and the Virgin Mary familiar. Mehdi says both the Rev. Terry Jones and the Muslim community could benefit from the lessons of the Quran.
Three Books For Surviving Graduate School
The last thing a grad student needs is another reading list, but don't worry -- this one will help. Author Adam Ruben recommends three titles that will help you get through the languorous slog of post-baccalaureate education.
Rahm Emanuel: Mayor Of [Expletive] Chicago
White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel is rumored to be considering a run for mayor of Chicago. Writer Dennis O'Toole imagines what a Mayor Emanuel might be like.
Op-Ed: Nine Years On, 9/11 Legacy Is Divisiveness
Nikki Stern's husband was killed on Sept. 11, 2001. Stern says a sense of national unity after the attacks was short-lived, and now she hears only anger, fear and mistrust when Americans discuss 9/11. Nine years on, Stern says division is not a fitting tribute for those killed in the terrorist attacks.
Opinion Roundup: Burning The Koran
Commentators from across the political spectrum have weighed in on the planned burning of the Koran by a Florida Minister. Many have argued against the minister's plan, while others argue the Constitution protects even extreme speech. NPR's Jennifer Ludden shares a roundup of national opinion on the planned event.
National Review:Quran Burning As Uncivil As Mosque
A controversy over an Islamic cultural center in Lower Manhattan has been met with equal fury by a controversy over proposals to burn copies of the Quran. Commentator Andrew C. McCarthy of the National Review argues that the two ideas are equally offensive.
The New Republic:Quran Burning Not A Catastrophe
A Florida minister's plan to burn copies of the Quran has stirred controversy all over the country. Commentator Isaac Chotiner of The New Republic argues that although the act is offensive and hateful, part of living in US society is learning to ignore offenses like this.
The Nation: Why Iraq Could Still Fall Apart
President Obama has pledged to withdraw all remaining troops in Iraq by the end of 2011, but commentator Robert Dreyfuss argues that there are circumstances which could cause him to renege on this promise, or worse, send more troops in.
National Review: Doom For Democrats
Some Democrats seen to be in danger in their districts have run ads criticizing President Obama. Commentator Michael Barone of the National Review argues that Democrats know they are doomed in the midterm elections, and are doing everything they can to lessen a crushing defeat.
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