Barack Obama presidential primary campaign Commentary

A Man of the Left

Democrats should stop calling President Obama a turncoat—his policies are pretty liberal.

The Comeback

The GOP should tread carefully—Obama could be set for a rebound.

Hit Obama for the Right Reasons

The Cheney family’s attacks on Obama are a nasty distraction and damaging the GOP. Instead, Republicans should offer new ideas to challenge the president’s.

A Foreign-Policy President?

Barack Obama has scuttled the GOP and seems triumphant at home. But with ominous clouds gathering abroad, foreign policy has the potential to wreck his presidency.

Obama's Mediocrity

Although Obama is a cut above recent presidents, our times demand extraordinary leadership—and so far he hasn’t delivered.

An Auspicious Inaugural

Obama’s somber address gives hope that he’ll be able to navigate these troubled waters and lead America to a better place.

Competence Over Ideology

Obama seems to be leaning toward restraint on the domestic front. But the appointment of Hillary Clinton as secretary of state has many wondering if prudence will be the guiding light in Obama’s foreign policy.

The Liberal Ascendancy

Obama’s new coalition is a body blow to the GOP, and heralds the rebirth of American liberalism.

Obama Attacks Elegantly

Rhetorically, Obama hit the mark and maintained his moderation while harshly attacking McCain.

Obama at the Gate?

There’s a brouhaha brewing in Germany over Obama’s foreign-policy visit. The presidential candidate is getting ready for a big trip to Europe and the Middle East to shore up his foreign-policy resumé. But is he really just showing his naïveté?

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May 25, 2012