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The collapse of Karl Rove: The Pygmalion strategist from Texas built up the Republican Party by exploiting the religious right -- and now his handiwork is crumbling.; By Lou Dubose Aug 14, 2007
"It is impossible to miss the discrimination against ... believers": Days after the death of the Rev. Jerry Falwell, Newt Gingrich delivered a commencement address at Falwell's Liberty University. Read it here.; May 21, 2007
The stone is cast: Jerry Falwell spent a career demonizing others. Upon his death, what else could he expect in return?; By Alan Wolfe May 15, 2007
Which side am I on?: As John McCain eyes the White House in '08, he is at war with himself over Bush's escalation in Iraq.; By Mark Benjamin Feb 20, 2007
The fighting side of McCain: Hitching his political wagon to Bush has hurt the senator's chances to become president. But as his political colleagues can attest, it's the Republican front-runner's volatile temper that may derail his Straight Talk Express for good.; By Sidney Blumenthal Jan 18, 2007
Maverick -- or panderer?: Will John McCain abandon his principled opposition to a federal ban on gay marriage to suck up to the religious right?; By Joe Conason May 12, 2006
McCain's embrace, Halliburton's profits and Tom DeLay's gun: News that doesn't involve shuffling Card.; Tim Grieve Mar 28, 2006
In Bush we trust: By pandering to Christian zealots, Bush has come close to establishing a national religious party. But reality is crashing in.; By Sidney Blumenthal Mar 23, 2006
We shall overcome ... liberals: At a black church in Philadelphia, Martin Luther King Jr.'s niece joined Jerry Falwell and Rick Santorum to denounce critics of Samuel Alito.; By Michelle Goldberg Jan 9, 2006
Let us prey: Jack Abramoff and his deeply religious right-wing cronies express their "biblical worldview" by swindling Indian tribes and bribing legislators. Verily, mysterious are the ways of the Lord.; By Joe Conason Jan 6, 2006
Tell us again how Cindy Sheehan is disrespecting the troops: In protests at two soldiers' funerals, members of a Kansas church say God is punishing U.S. troops because their country tolerates homosexuality.; T.G. Aug 29, 2005
Getting religion: Democratic guru Jim Wallis's strategy to woo "values voters" compromises on abortion in unacceptable ways.; By Frances Kissling Aug 12, 2005
A spiritual three-ring circus: Billy Graham's last crusade, at Shea Stadium, was a lot tamer than the fire-breathing revivals of my youth -- but the crowd was a lot more interesting.; By Elizabeth Spiers Jun 27, 2005
Right Hook: Invoking bin Laden, Nazism and beheading by chainsaw, right-wingers pulled out all the stops to make their case for "saving" Terri Schiavo.; By Mark Follman Mar 30, 2005
Tammy Faye says I'm going to hell: The famous ex-preacher's wife talks about her new self-help book, kicking Ativan, forgiving Jerry Falwell, and why she's a gay icon.; By Amy Reiter Sep 25, 2003
Onward Christian soldiers: Conservative fundamentalists with close ties to President Bush are planning a new missionary push in Iraq -- and they might already be converting U.S. troops to their cause.; By Max Blumenthal Apr 15, 2003
Home Front: Life during wartime: High times at the surplus store, bunkers for sale, and behind the scenes at a media whorehouse.; By Sheerly Avni Mar 31, 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
Stop the holy showboating: Listen up, jocks: God doesn't care if you score a touchdown. So do your praying in private, not in the end zone.; By Dan McGraw Sep 28, 2002
Falwell should have listened to the feminists: Instead of blaming them for the attacks on the U.S., right-wingers ought to thank women's groups for raising alarms about the Taliban early and often.; By Robert Scheer Sep 26, 2001
Last words and last suppers: An odd rumination on the final remarks of the world's luminaries, coupled with a spirited defense of the much-maligned sandwich invented by Elvis' recently deceased cook.; By Steve Burgess Jun 19, 2000
Taking on the untouchables: John McCain's decision to attack the leaders of the religious right is refreshing because Republican leaders have too long been cowed into submission by these bigots.; By Joe Conason Feb 29, 2000
Oo! Wah dat?: Naked Philippine actress: "I was the fifth Teletubby"; Dean Cain's steely resolve; Posh Spice on spin/bladder control; and Monica opens her big mouth again!; By Amy Reiter Jan 31, 2000
And now a word from our readers: Welcome to the First Annual Nothing Personal Readers' Choice Awards! Where you dish the gossip and I go on vacation!; By Amy Reiter Dec 24, 1999
The long shot: Gary Bauer talks about why he's running for president.; By Susan Crabtree Nov 8, 1999

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