MCNAMARA: Born to Conserve?
Lindsay McNamara, Columnist
On the heels of Matthew Lifson’s article, “Our Political Genes,” environmentalist Lindsay McNamara questions whether environmental stewardship is an inborn trait or if it can be cultivated through education and economic incentives.
STORM: Restoring Honor
Meg Storm, Columnist
Having just come home from a whirlwind couple of days in Washington D.C., which concluded with my attending the Restoring Honor Rally, I believe that this country has finally reached the zenith at which we must choose whether or not we are willing to work for the peaceful coexistence of this honor and pride, for if are not willing to work towards this unity I honestly believe that our demise is imminent.
MCNAMARA: Innovative, Eco-Friendly Ideas Offer Hope to Environmentalists
Lindsay McNamara, Columnist
Concerned stewards of our planet are coming up with ingenious and creative ideas and policies to help save our Earth. Lindsay McNamara runs down her Top 5 favorite “green” products.
THERRIAULT: Is a “Hung Congress” Headed for the U.S.?
Patrick Therriault, Columnist
A “throw the bums out” mentality, much like the one that cleared out the Labour governments in both the UK and Australia, seems to still be resonating in the U.S. However, is it strong enough to deliver the Republicans a clear majority in both chambers? When the chips fall on election day, it may yield a Congress that is forced to work together and with the White House to get anything done, let alone produce results on controversial issues. Yet, forced bi-partisanship by way of a “hung Congress” may be better than the years of bickering that has pushed nearly two-thirds of Americans to believe the country is on the wrong track.
AUTIELLO: Florida, Career Politicians and Moral Politics
Nick Autiello, Contributor
If we continue to demonize our politicians — though many of them certainly merit it — then we will very soon cross the line into demonizing government itself. How can we have an effective government if it is filled with leaders without experience in governance?
STROSTER: Presidents in the Private Sector
Lianna Stroster, Columnist
In lieu of former President Jimmy Carter’s rescue mission last Friday, Lianna Stroster reflects on the civilian power of former presidents. “Why is it that these former Presidents can accomplish as much, if not more than they did while they were in office?” she asks.
BAIN: The People’s Election
Samuel Bain, Columnist
People aren’t necessarily turning out to the GOP because of anything its leaders have done, but are more so discovering conservative views on their own. With a few exceptions, many Republicans have been able to capitalize on anti Obama rhetoric, but that can only go so far.
LIFSON: Our Political Genes
Matthew Lifson, Columnist
In another blow to the illusion of rational politics, an evolving body of research built on surveys of twins reveals that our opinions are in our DNA.
PANDYA: Republicans Blowing the Perfect Opportunity
Om Pandya, Columnist Ideology: Libertarian Conservative | Writing from: Florida As I pointed out in my last column, vicious Republican primary battles are hurting our chances to capitalize on the [...]
RUSHFORD: She’s a Lady—But Is That All?
Stephanie Rushford, Columnist
Yesterday was Women’s Equality Day, a day Congress designated to commemorate the ratification of 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote. However, as revolutionary as the ratification of the 19th amendment was, there are still many ideological battles for women to fight and win in 2010.
PANDYA: A Bitter Summer for Republicans
Om Pandya, Columnist
With this being a prime year for Republican hopefuls, many races have been overcrowded with strong challengers that attack each other more than they attack their opponents across the aisle. A look into the heated Florida election season shows the grimy face of politics.
STORM: A Grand Ol’ Problem?
Meg Storm, Columnist
Reactionary politics are not enough to fuel victory beyond 2010. While the Republicans shouldn’t have a problem getting elected on the simple platform of anti-Obama, they will definitely have their hands full if they don’t go into office with some semblance of a plan.
CUEVAS: An Exercise in Agency or a Democratic Denial?
Jesse-Justin Cuevas, Associate Editor
Basil Marceaux, a former Republican gubernatorial candidate in Tennessee, became an Internet sensation during the campaign season. Although he received less than .5 percent of total votes in the Primary Elections, his popularity speaks to America’s love for a spectacle–possibly more, Jesse questions, than a desire to participate legitimately in politics.
STROSTER: N is for Nationalizing Education
Lianna Stroster, Columnist
In the number one country in the world, the quality of an education should not depend on one’s state of residence. This is the United States of America, shouldn’t all of the state education systems be united?
LIFSON: Tea Party Calculus
Matthew Lifson, Columnist
As liberals brace themselves for game-changing losses this November, some hold out hope that independent Tea Party candidates will blunt the onslaught by splitting the Republican vote. Democrats, however, are grasping at straws if they are counting on Tea Partiers to siphon support away from the GOP because the presence of a second conservative party will also drive moderate voters into the Republican column.