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Congressman Fails Civility Test by Comparing Republicans to Nazis

Adrian Chen · 01/19/11 11:47PM

Ah, our new, super-civil politics. No longer will cross-hairs be threateningly wielded or presidents' birth certificates be questioned. Rejoice! Our national discourse now rises to the level of fragrant poetry. Except when a Democratic congressman compares Republicans to Nazis.

Obama's Plan to Become Washington's 'Last Reasonable Man'

Jim Newell · 12/07/10 05:02PM

Barack Obama gave a definitive press conference this afternoon — excoriating Republican "hostage takers" and "sanctimonious" Democrats alike, and outlining a clear strategy for centrism. And he kicked it off by getting angry.

Republicans Prefer Family, Democrats Prefer Murder

Richard Lawson · 11/10/10 01:24PM

In a new study from the Center for Important & Definitive Studies, it was found that self-identifying Republicans' number three favorite show is ABC's wholesome (and kinda gay!) Modern Family. The Democrats voted murderpalooza Dexter as their third favorite.

Jon Stewart: Democrats May Be Delusional, but Fox Is Downright Dangerous

Matt Cherette · 11/01/10 10:22PM

Tonight, Jon Stewart opened with a focus on tomorrow's midterm elections. Stewart first mocked Democrats for the "delusional" thought that they'd retain a Congressional majority, and then blasted Fox News for trying to make President Obama seem racist. Video inside.

Study: Democrats and Republicans Love Lots of the Same Brands

Hamilton Nolan · 10/25/10 10:42AM

We all know that Democrats love Starbucks and Hustler, while Republicans love Skoal and Soldier of Fortune. Or do they? A new study of the favorite brands of liberals and conservatives show some surprising agreements.

How Did Christine O'Donnell's First Debate Go?

Adrian Chen · 10/13/10 10:32PM

Tonight, the entire world was riveted by the latest chapter in a disaster that has unfolded in front of cable news cameras for weeks. Christine O'Donnell's candidacy! Tonight O'Donnell and her Democratic Delaware Senate opponent debated live on CNN.