October 30, 2006 -
A federal plan unveiled last week would "mothball" the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge and shutter dozens of others across the Southeast, while cutting scores of wildlife refuge personnel, according to an announcement from the Wilderness Society.
October 30, 2006 -
Outspoken pop country artists the Dixie Chicks continue to stir up political controversy, with two TV networks refusing to air a commercial for a new film documenting the uproar that ensued after singer Natalie Maines spoke critically of President Bush during an overseas concert.
October 30, 2006 -
If there's one issue in this country that seems to enjoy bi-partisan support, it's the idea that young people should have access to opportunities for a better life, such as going to college.
October 27, 2006 -
Over the last few days, the 2006 elections have taken a dramatic turn. Debates about Iraq and the big policy issues of the day have been swept off the headlines, which are now dominated by charges of nasty campaign tactics by Republicans in Missouri (stems cells and Michael J. Fox) and Tennessee (race and Harold Ford).
October 27, 2006 -
Betcha goin' fishin' all of your time, baby's goin' fishin', too Bet your life, your sweet life, catch more fish than you Many fish bites if ya got good bait Here's a little tip I would like to relate Big fish bites if ya got a good bait I 'a goin fishin' Yes, I'm goin fishin'
October 27, 2006 -
Katrina vanden Heuvel, editor and publisher of The Nation, writes in her blog about the importance of the Institute's recent poll about Southern attitudes towards the Iraq war.
October 27, 2006 -
Chuck Todd, a political editor at National Journal and editor-in-chief of The Hotline, singles out his picks for the top races to watch in November: