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...Toss out the neocons. Enough is enough. No constituency has expended a greater share of our party’s political capital than neoconservatives, and no constituency has had worse results (politically and practically) to show for it. Neocons claim that the Iraq war would have been successful if executed more competently, but nation-building—particularly in the Middle East—is a tall order regardless of leadership. I don’t mean to imply that Republicans should become completely isolationist, but a corrective shift in that direction would be appropriate. On a related note, Republicans...
...dearly as we Americans claim to hold our individuality, it’s disturbing to see how willing we are to put ourselves and others into constricting boxes of political identity. After all, when someone strays from any of the aforementioned norms, she is frequently met not only with surprise, but with contempt. When we hear about a gay Republican, it seems that our first instinct is to either call that person a hypocrite, or to pity the poor soul for her apparent “self-hatred.” Similarly, if you’re a black Republican...
...America”—a class that could fulfill “The United States” requirement—could potentially graduate without actually learning any history. “We need historical grounding somewhere,” Kishlansky said. “No one should claim to be an educated person without having studied an era besides the one they lived in.” The panel featured three other academics: Jones Professor of American Studies Lizabeth Cohen, Folger Fund Professor of History Andrew D. Gordon ’74, and Loeb Associate Professor...
...real difference. One senior Democratic House member who was leaning toward Hoyer told TIME her vote was entirely dependent on the seriousness of Pelosi's interest in the race. Told that Pelosi was calling around in support of Murtha, the member said her vote was Pelosi's to claim: "The Speaker usually gets what the Speaker wants." Magnified across scores of calls, that kind of attitude could spell trouble for Hoyer. His backers are not happy and claim it will only firm up his support. "Members don't appreciate the strong-arm tactics and are angry that this is happening...
...Ortega's election has thrown a wild card into the real estate investment game. Some realtors claim property prices have already dipped 25% since he won the elections, but most expect the slide won't continue much beyond that. Of course, much depends on what happens next...