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James Dobson's Rudy problem: Endorsing GOP front-runner Giuliani would be anathema to Dobson's evangelical base, but his "third-party" alternative could be a boon for Democrats.; By Joe Conason Oct 5, 2007
I have the hots for my stepson: He's 17, and I know it's wrong, but I think he has the hots for me, too.; By Cary Tennis Jul 17, 2007
Should we two mommies tell our child who the sperm donor was?: I think the child will want to know who the father was, but my partner is concerned about interference and complications.; By Cary Tennis Jan 3, 2007
We are a family: Black Jack, Mo., says no marriage certificate, no home. The Shelltrack-Lovings are fighting back.; Sarah Goldstein Mar 23, 2006
No Bush, please -- we're Canadian: Canada just elected a right-wing prime minister, Stephen Harper. But he had to distance himself as far as possible from George W. Bush to win.; By David Beers Jan 25, 2006
Still an angel?: Ashley Smith was sainted by conservatives for reading "The Purpose-Driven Life" to her captor. Now she admits to also giving him crystal meth.; By Mark Follman Oct 1, 2005
Are babies not equally innocent?: Bill Bennett's statement about blacks and crime shows that we have not yet achieved America's greatest value: Equality.; By Cecelie S. Berry Sep 30, 2005
"Get moving": Wes Clark talks about cleaning up the mess in Iraq and says Democrats better start convincing Americans that they can keep our country safe.; By Tim Grieve Jun 20, 2005
Right Hook: Evangelicals in awe of hostage hero Ashley Smith fire up the family-values campaign, while Limbaugh and Coulter bash feminists.; By Mark Follman Mar 18, 2005
Announcing the "natural family": After California's ruling in defense of same-sex marriage, religious conservatives launch a new line of attack in the morality wars.; Julia Scott Mar 17, 2005
Sweetheart deal: Republican congressman Steven LaTourette of Ohio left his wife for a female aide who now makes a lucrative career out of lobbying his committee.; By Cliff Schecter Oct 5, 2004
Family values, down the toilet: Republican women rationalize that Arnold Schwarzenegger "supports family." Mark that endorsement the death knell of GOP claims to represent traditional family values.; By Robert Scheer Sep 24, 2003
Onward, Christian soldiers: With its allies now controlling Congress and the White House, the religious right launches a crusade to cleanse America of sin. The first battlefield: Women's bodies.; By Louise Witt Jan 3, 2003
The nuclear family takes a hit: Census data deals a blow to an American icon -- and the conservative groups that promote it.; By Amy Benfer Jun 7, 2001
Raging polygamy menace threatens the United States!: As Utah cracks down on multiple-wife holder Tom Green, decent Americans ask: When will this depraved wildfire be extinguished?; By Chris Colin May 17, 2001
Dr. Bad News: After conducting a massive 25-year study, Judith Wallerstein concludes that children of divorce are hit hardest after they grow up.; By Cathy Young Oct 3, 2000
The war over Dr. Laura: A gay activist boycott of the conservative radio host backfires when the religious right jumps in.; By Kerry Lauerman Jun 20, 2000
Southern governors declare war on divorce: But their methods ignore social science, solutions and their neediest constituents.; By Lisa Moricoli Latham Jan 24, 2000
Art meets life meets art: In his new collection, "Trappings," Richard Howard makes an old question shine again.; By Melanie Rehak Dec 17, 1999
The long shot: Gary Bauer talks about why he's running for president.; By Susan Crabtree Nov 8, 1999
Brains for hire: William Bennett offers unofficial counsel to a number of Republican presidential wannabes.; By Jake Tapper Oct 26, 1999
Millennial family values: Sociologist Stephanie Coontz on how American leaders have spent more time on the Clinton sex scandal than they have on issues that will affect the families of the future.; By Stephanie Coontz Nov 30, 1998
A resounding moral defeat for the moralizers: Richard Rodriguez declares Tuesday's elections to be a resounding moral defeat for the moralizers; By Richard Rodriguez Nov 5, 1998
A resounding moral defeat for the moralizers: American voters refuse to bow before the high priests of scolding.; By Richard Rodriguez Nov 5, 1998
Dear Daughter: Go to jail. Love, Mom: Pro-family advocates would rather pass judgment on Monica Lewinsky's mom than on the government forcing her to testify against her child.; By Lori Leibovich and Dawn MacKeen Apr 8, 1998

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