Defining the political and cultural “mainstream”

In “Moment of Truth” (Front Line: 241 pages with references and
index, $21.99), Marc Nuttle formulates an intriguing and highly
useful “matrix” that can help Americans self-identify where they
fall on the political spectrum between Nancy Pelosi (whom he rates
a 1 for deeply liberal) and Ron Paul (whom he rates a 10 for highly
conservative). Read more

Bailout fallout: Living in times that try our souls

Thomas Paine was wrong about many things, but right when he said
the American Revolution was a time that tried men’s souls. Today we
face times to try the souls of even the best and strongest women
and men. Read more