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November 2008

Beware the Obama Machine



When I drew attention to the two-faced tactics of the Democratic candidate over Iraq, his ‘militants’ turned nasty


Features

Hell Hath No Fury Like a Feminist Scorned

Sarah Palin's selection as John McCain's running mate aroused unprecedented rage and delight, especially among women - but why?

What Should We Do About Russia?

The West must start to show the Kremlin it means business

The Future of Unholy War

The story of al-Qaeda's lost leader, Abdullah Azzam, illuminates the murderous nature of global jihad

All at Sea Over Pirates

Piracy on the high seas, especially near failed and unstable Muslim states, is becoming an international security headache

Grey Power Time Bomb

Political parties are being held to ransom by older voters. And it's the young who are paying the price

Out of the Twilight Zone

An exhibition of WG Sebald's archives offers an intriguing view of the late UK-based emigré German writer's life and loves


Dialogue

Is Capitalism Morally Bankrupt?

Samuel Brittan and Edward Hadas, both distinguished economic commentators, discuss where to place the blame for the current global crisis with Standpoint editor Daniel Johnson


Counterpoints


Columns

The Outsider

Points East and West

Utopia

It's Good to Talk

Guest Speaker

Open Season