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Stroking a Man's Ego

by Carol Hoenig on 6/11/2008 8:57:01 AM

Some Muslim women are taking advantage of a new surgical procedure called hymenoplasty, which will give them back their virginity. Okay, so it won’t really give them back their virginity, but the man they will marry won’t have to know that.   I’m not going to pretend to understand the culture of a ... Continue »

But...What About the Boys?

by Carol Hoenig on 5/20/2008 9:12:33 AM

Some fathers in Colorado Springs recently gathered at a hotel with their daughters in order to ensure their daughters’ purity—within the confines of a dance. There is something almost cultish about this garish display. Why does a father need to go to such lengths to encourage his daughter to “remain... Continue »

Skip the Suntan

by Tall Paul on 5/13/2008 4:34:54 PM

With the summer season quickly approaching, many people will seek that much sought-after suntan.  Some will receive a great amount of sun and severely damage their skin.  All in the name of getting that ‘beautiful’ suntan.   I heard the other day that one sunburn even damages your skin.  This is so... Continue »

Tobacco Road

by Carol Hoenig on 4/26/2008 10:12:46 AM

Consider the following question:   SHOULD employers have the right to punish workers who smoke when they are not working?  You may have an immediate response, as I did. Instantly, I said a resounding “no!” How dare a place of employment have a say about an off-duty employee’s predilections? I’m not... Continue »

The Prophetic Physician

by MisterE on 4/24/2008 12:29:07 PM

Uncritical faith is rampant, especially in this country. America tries to focus its energy on affording individuals the freedom to pursue whatever endeavor they wish (unless its a gay endeavor). This means that people can claim just about anything they want and expect no obstacles blocking that clai... Continue »

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Rove rejects Lieberman for GOP ticket

by Kevin Drum on 8/28/2008 12:08:41 PM

ROVE REJECTS LIEBERMAN FOR GOP TICKET.... For all the talk about divisions within the Democratic Party -- and for most of the convention, it's been the media's favorite topic of conversation -- it looks like Republicans are dealing with some... Continue »

The Prickly Talk Express

by Kevin Drum on 8/28/2008 12:08:41 PM

THE PRICKLY TALK EXPRESS.... John McCain became a media darling by offering extraordinary access to campaign reporters. The candidate and the journalists would spend hours hanging out on a bus, enjoying the gabfests, on and off the record, about any... Continue »

Taking the leap on stem-cell research

by Kevin Drum on 8/28/2008 12:08:41 PM

TAKING THE LEAP ON STEM-CELL RESEARCH.... One of the more frustrating aspects of the Republican line on stem-cell research has been the arbitrary distinction between publicly- and privately-financed research. To hear most on the right tell it, experimenting on an... Continue »

Somewhere, someone treasures a Sedaris book signed “Abortions, $13!”

by Maud Newton on 8/28/2008 11:18:53 AM

On the heels of that story about Stephen King, one weary night, autographing his novels in his own blood, Carolyn Kellogg of the LA Times’ Jacket Copy has a fun post about favorite signed books. She shared one of her own treasures, and invited Saïd Sayrafiezadeh, Nam Le, Claire Zulkey,... Continue »

Question: Why Did Obama Make a Surprise Appearance Last Night?

by Andrew Romano on 8/28/2008 11:03:09 AM

Answer: So that hacks like me--and more importantly, my hacky brethren who endlessly "analyze" the 2008 election on TV--would spread the video posted above."Hello Democrats!" Obama said as he strode on stage, amid screams and squeals and a roar of applause. "I just wanted to come out here for a litt... Continue »