Jay Tolson
Staff Writer
The 10 Worst Presidents
Not all U.S. presidents are missed once they leave the White House.
Dec. 31, 2014
Steven Spielberg, Filmmaker
He addresses important issues on the big screen and through his philanthropy.
Nov. 19, 2008
McCain and Obama: How They Speak to Voters
The ability to inspire through the spoken word is an important presidential attribute.
Oct. 22, 2008
The Evangelical Vote: How Big Is It Really?
Polling data are muddled by issues of how to define this key voting bloc.
Sept. 24, 2008
Sarah Palin Sparks Revival of the Culture War
Along with the economic concerns, voters split over so-called values issues.
Sept. 23, 2008
Palin Pick Reignites the Culture Wars
But in stoking passions about wedge issues, McCain may jeopardize his appeal to independents.
Sept. 9, 2008
A Digital Dumbing Down?
The lively debate over the intellectual impact of digital culture.
Aug. 28, 2008
Churches Should Stay Out of Politics
A slight majority of people believe religious institutions should stop speaking out on political issues
Aug. 21, 2008