The Reaction in Review (Feb. 1, 2009)

The weekend's Reactions that deserve a second look:

"The Steelers Win!"


Sunday

By Carol Gee: "Just what is our responsibility?" -- This post compiles the most recent issues around the subjects of the rule of law, torture, domestic surveillance, and secrecy in the Bush administration, and what to do about them.

By LindaBeth: "Republicans' tax cut rhetoric is misplaced" -- This post will add greatly to your understanding of the complexities of the current economic stimulus debate.

By Michael J.W. Stickings: "Iraq holds peaceful provincial elections, but sectarian tensions remain" -- Michael skilfully analyzes Iraq's provincial election process and results, beginning with President Obama's reaction.


Saturday

By Edward Copeland (updated by MJWS): "You're gonna have to let Tom go" -- Edward's very well presented arguments for why the administration should get someone else to to be HHS secretary.

By Creature: "Suck it up or go under" -- Creature "cuts to the chase" regarding the possibility of the Obama administration looking the other way at the issue of Wall Street executive compensation.