Commentary

Op Ed: MTEA is missing an opportunity
Op Ed

MTEA is missing an opportunity

The MTEA could be the big man and make the pension concession. Would it be painful? Yes. Is it in the best interest of the students? Yes again.

Kaul: Sleazy Corporate Holiday
Kaul

Sleazy Corporate Holiday

You were right, Dad; they're all in it together.

Durst: Back in the Fold
Durst

Back in the Fold

The U.S. could slip into default, leading to the worst possible scenario: We have to move back in with England. Think it’s embarrassing slinking home after college? Try waiting 235 years.

Durst: Crouching Lurkers
Durst

Crouching Lurkers

The US economy is about to meltdown like a popsicle left on a picnic table.All hell is about to break loose. Don't you get it? We're doomed! Then again, maybe not.

Durst: Pity the Poor Rich
Durst

Pity the Poor Rich

People, settle down. The rich are just like the rest of us -- they put their Egyptian silk trousers on one leg at a time, same as you and me.

Op/Ed: The GOP Honeymoon is over
Op/Ed

The GOP Honeymoon is over

Voters want an annulment.

Op/Ed: Illegal Discrimination
Op/Ed

Illegal Discrimination

Alabama's new anti-immigration law includes provisions that intimidate undocumented immigrants and discourage them from getting an education.

How well do you know the First Amendment?

How well do you know the First Amendment?

As you celebrate our country's independence today, take time to test your knowledge of some of our most important freedoms.

Kaul: My favorite Fourth of July speech
Kaul

My favorite Fourth of July speech

Real patriotism requires coming to terms with the grimmer side of American history.

Will Durst: Killer Carnivorous Snails from France
Will Durst

Killer Carnivorous Snails from France

No more livin' high on the hog, Durst suggests some ways America can make some dough

Durst: Dark Wizards Convene
Durst

Dark Wizards Convene

CNN hosted the first GOP debate of the year that involved actual candidates and some clear winners did emerge: the 99.99% of Americans who neglected to watch it.

What’s next for Wisconsin Act 10?

What’s next for Wisconsin Act 10?

The Wisconsin Supreme Court may have ruled on Act 10, but now the Federal Courts are joining the fray.