While I believe the economy, and the unique appeal of Barack Obama, were the main reasons for the Republican defeat this year, here is an argument that says the downfall of Conservatism was caused by the Iraq War.

Five men implicated in the 9/11 attacks try to plead guilty at a hearing before a military judge at Guantanamo. Apparently, they wish to be martyred.

Is a world government possible? Some believe it is, and that it is necessary.

Jay Leno will go prime time. Since I don't usually make it to 11:35 PM these days, it means I may actually get to see the show.

Congress continues to work on legislation that would bail out the Big Three, and the details of the legislation seem to indicate that taxpayers would take a stake in the companies, as well as a certain degree of control. Perhaps the word "nationalization" applies.

Some liberals are unhappy with the President-elect.

Richard Cohen would like Robert Mugabe to undergo an "intervention".