AlterNet Blogs: PEEK

Everyone's Talking About Stupak, But What About the Health Care Bill's More Insidious Features?

Jill Filipovic — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:41:01 PST

The current bill involves some quietly coercive (and racist) provisions that no one wants to mention.

Dems Have No Excuse for Failing on Health Care

Mike Lux — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:45:01 PST

Yes, political changes are hard. But if Democrats don't deliver now, no excuse will cut it.

Fox News' Fuzzy Math: 193 Percent of the Public Support Palin, Romney and Huckabee (Video)

Ben Armbruster — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:39:01 PST

Pie graphs never lie. Except when they do.

Video: Utah Senator: "I Don't Want The Gays Stuffin' It Down My Throat"

Adele Stan — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:21:01 PST

In an interview about a proposed anti-discrimination measure, Utah State Sen. Chris Buttars reveals some deep-seated fears.

Obama Will Announce the Specifics of a Troop Increase in Afghanistan by Next Week

Steve Benen — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:14:01 PST

According to a White House insider, Obama will discuss both a surge and an exit strategy in a two-hour address Dec. 1.

Hurricane Katrina Even More of a Man-Made Disaster Than We Thought

Laura Flanders — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 05:00:01 PST

A federal district judge has ruled that the Army Corps of Engineers was indeed responsible for part of the devastation in New Orleans' Lower Ninth Ward.

Lou Dobbs On Whether He's Thought About Running For President: "Yes Is The Answer"

Matt Corley — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:30:01 PST

In an interview on Fred Thompson's radio show today, Dobbs suggested that he might actually considering a run for the White House.

Conservative Bishop Denies Kennedy His Holy Cracker*

Joshua Holland — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:30:01 PST

Is God cool with us picking and choosing Her teachings?

Christians Rap About Not Having Sex: 'Gimme That Christian Side Hug!'

Tana Ganeva — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:00:01 PST

Christian side hugs for everyone!

The Most Racist Sheriff in America's Worst Nightmare: Meet Salvador Reza (Video)

Laura Flanders — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:21:01 PST

THe Air Force veteran, community organizer and immigrants rights activist, joins Laura for an exclusive interview on Sheriff Joe Arpaio's ongoing mistreatment of his community.

Sarah Palin Celebrates Her Humble Roots by Eating at a Restaurant That Serves a $25,000 Dessert

Byard Duncan — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:30:01 PST

Last week, Palin visited a Manhattan eatery that is a destination for celebrities, former presidents, and the "elite" she so proudly condemns.

Gun Lobby's Absurd New Claim: Healthcare Reform Will Take Away Your Guns

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:30:01 PST

Gun Owners of America is sending action alerts warning that the Senate health care bill could "jeopardize their ability to obtain a firearms license."

Is a Desperate Desire For Leadership Behind the Droves Of Americans Waiting to Meet Sarah Palin?

Gary Younge — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:30:01 PST

Faithful fans are flocking to see Sarah Palin on her book tour. Is the U.S. deprived of a competent political class or does it get the leadership it wants deserves?

Obama Is Playing Politics With Gitmo

Nick Baumann — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:30:01 PST

When it comes to some of the worst "war on terror" excesses of the Bush era, Obama's actions are deeply at odds with the image he cultivated during his campaign.

Word "Canadian" So "Reviled in Some Places" that Visiting Canucks Say They're Americans

Joshua Holland — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:30:01 PST

An odd turn.