Stories by Garland McLaurin

As Obama Models Himself on Lincoln, a Closer Look at the 16th President's Views on Race

Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Leonard Pitts Jr. explores popular misconceptions about Lincoln, and the real reasons he launched the Civil War.
Posted on Jan 20, 2009, Source: American News Project

Democrats' Soft Spot for Automakers Have Shielded Detroit from Its Own Bad Decisions

The automobile lobby is back on Capitol Hill to secure $25 billion in loans. Will the money get wasted or put to good use?
Posted on Nov 17, 2008, Source: American News Project

While Wall Street Whines for Billions in Bailouts, the Mortgage Crisis Continues to Punish Normal Americans

Video: All eyes are on Washington's Wall Street Bailout, but the foreclosure machine continues to crush homeowners caught in the mortgage crisis.
Posted on Sep 25, 2008, Source: American News Project

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