Washington Watch Articles From 2008
A Disturbing Episode
It was a brief episode in what has been a long and grueling campaign, but it spoke volumes about an issue that has been percolating since this election began.
The Irish Vote “No” on Lisbon
Last Thursday, Ireland went to the polls to vote. At stake was whether to ratify the Lisbon Treaty, advancing Europe’s march toward greater integration.
Bush VisitsThe Messy WorldHe Created
President George W. Bush may attempt to sound visionary, talk tough, and criticize opponents as naive, but the Middle East which he visited last week is in shambles, due in no small part to policies he has pursued or failed to pursue during his two terms in office.
The Big Costs of Clinton’s “Big Wins”
Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton may have won three of four primaries last Tuesday, gaining needed momentum for her flagging campaign, but in the end the cost of these wins may prove too high.
“Something is Happening” --Obama’s Movement for Change
Just a few months ago, Hillary Clinton was seen as the inevitable Democratic nominee. She has run a strong campaign, and been an impressive candidate; but much has changed in a short time.
Interesting and Important
It’s often been said that this November’s presidential contest “will be the most important election in our lifetime.” This is not hyperbole.