Monthly Archives: May 2012
On Commencement Day, In Honor of My Favorite Student
It’s that time of year again. Middlebury is holding its commencement ceremony today, and as I have done ever since I started this blog, I commemorate the event by sitting down on the deck and, while the bluebirds fly by, … Continue reading
Same-Sex Marriage: Reigniting the Culture War?
Presumptive Republican nominee Mitt Romney gave a highly publicized speech at the conservative Liberty University yesterday. The speech was billed as an opportunity for Romney to reach out to a group – evangelicals – who so far have shown him … Continue reading
Biden “Outs” Obama – But At What Electoral Cost?
While liberals and others openly applauded President Obama’s announcement two days ago that he now supports same-sex marriage, some backers openly worried about the electoral implications of his decision. They fear that by coming out for same-sex marriage, Obama provided … Continue reading
Obama In Afghanistan: To The Victor Goes the Spoils
After a surprise overnight trip, President Barack Obama delivered a nationwide address tonight from the Bagram Air Force base in Afghanistan. Speaking at 4 a.m. local time, Obama delivered a roughly 10-minute address touting the signing of a strategic agreement … Continue reading
