Conservatives have adopted Barbie as an insult, but the toymaker is fighting back
Controversies
Weiner Scandal Puts Clinton Political Machine to the Test
Hillary Clinton’s enemies are hoping the debacle in New York City will cast doubt on the potential 2016 presidential candidate — but her allies say she’s handled it perfectly
What the San Diego Mayor Will Do at Sex-Harassment Rehab
The political reasons for getting sexual-misconduct counseling are clear, but the potential benefits are less certain.
A History Of “Sl#tb*g,” the Latest Unflattering Word Associated With Anthony Weiner
His communications director leveled this insult at a former intern who has been penning insider takes on the campaign.
Weiner and Spitzer: Will Voters Reward Bad Behavior At the Polls?
Disgraced New York politicians try to sell the public on forgiveness.
In Defense of Huma Abedin’s Decision To Forgive Weiner
Before you judge her, here are four things you need to know.
Wife at His Side, Weiner Admits to More Online Sex Chats
The New York City mayoral candidate stands firm as new revelations emerge
San Diego Mayor Bob Filner Digs in as Sex Harassment Troubles Mount
As a woman comes forward, putting a face to anonymous allegations, the former Congressman’s prospects start to look bleak
Maya Angelou Reacts To Zimmerman Trial, Evokes Civil Rights Era
“What is really injured, bruised, if you will, is the psyche of our national population.”
Weiner and Spitzer Both Rise to Top in New York City Poll
Rumors of their demise were greatly exaggerated. Former Representative Anthony Weiner is top dog in the New York City mayor’s race, while former governor Eliot Spitzer is leading in the race to be the city’s next …
The American Horse Slaughter Lobby Fights To Hold Ground
The traditional view of American horse slaughter was best captured in a 2007 federal circuit court ruling. “The lone cowboy riding his horse is a cinematic icon. Not once in memory did the cowboy eat his horse,” wrote one judge …
Snowden’s New Talking Point: Nazi War Crimes Trial
Can NSA surveillance be compared to Hitler’s genocide?
Snowden Makes A Smart Move
The NSA leaker may be able to turn the vagueness and weakness of international law to his advantage