Stories by Elijah Wald
Hitchhiking is both less dramatic and more authentic than people believe. Two tales illustrate life on the road.
Posted on May 12, 2006
U.S. government propaganda doesn't convince Iraqis -- so why do Americans fall for it?
Posted on Nov 10, 2003
The Bush administration may leave everything exactly as it is--only without Saddam, and with America as partner-in-chief.
Posted on Mar 23, 2003
The mainstream media's assertion that Palestinian suicide bombs are somehow more horrible than Israeli guns -- though the latter kill more innocents -- is both sick and dangerous.
Posted on Apr 3, 2002
People running the country are long-time supporters of terrorism, and they are among those shouting loudest for a strong and united response to the current crisis.
Posted on Sep 14, 2001
If there is one lesson in today's World Trade Center tragedy, it is that tougher security measures will not prevent future terrorist acts. Only peaceful policies will.
Posted on Sep 11, 2001
