The Blade Runner’s Legacy
Oscar Pistorious’ recent arrest has grabbed plenty of headlines—will Pistorious’ seemingly empowering story eventually turn dark?
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The Future of Campaign Finance
How might the McCutcheon v Federal Election Commission case change the election process in a post-Citizens United America?
President’s Day at Yale
As President’s Day concludes, we should pay tribute to all our past leaders — including the former Bulldogs!
The Colbert Candidacy
Stephen Colbert has often joked about seeking elected office. But it is his sister, Elizabeth Colbert Busch, who is making a very real run for Congress.
The Next Space Race: Regulating the Universe
The first space race is long over. Is the second one already upon us?
Biting the Hagel Bullet
Republicans may not be crazy about a Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel, but it would be unwise to block his confirmation.
Water for Elephants
Sen. Marco Rubio is the latest politician to suffer at the hands of likers, retweeters, and up-voters.
The Forgotten and Unnecessary Problem
A decades-long trade embargo has done little to encourage a more open Cuba–is is time for a shift in policy?