2008

William F. Buckley 1925-2008: Wrongheaded, But Did Media Right

Mike Mosher
On the whole, Buckley's politics were terribly wrong about society and how it should be run. However,…

Aimé Césaire (1913-2008): Poems and Politics of Négritude

Mike Mosher
 

An Uncomfortable Sympathy

I can’t help but feel some sympathy for a man who fought for and achieved a nation’s freedom only to see his home continent re-conquered, a re-conquest that has meant untold wealth, just not for Africa. In this rise and fall, Mr. Mugabe seems to have broken with reality. That said, and with some sympathy, I can only wonder if Mugabe’s insanity is a sane reaction?

A Case of Self-defense: Antonin Scalia and Gun Control

The Supreme Court continues to veer into reactionary territory with its 5-4 decision in District of Columbia v Heller. The casualty was stronger gun control.

Michael Rossman 1940-2008: Activist, Graphic Archivist

Timothy W. Drescher 2008. Graphic: Michael Rossman, cover of self-published poem, 1969
For a repository of our activist history, we are indebted to this individual who conducted himself with flair and commitment to his final day.