Charges of "communist" by Rep. Allen West (R-FL) and others requires a strong rebuke by all.

Two popular political writers share how American liberalism and Christianity have gone off the rails -- and the implications for American democracy.

On International Human Rights Day, we're remembering Elie Wiesel's thoughts on our capacity for both good and evil.

Economic detectives Hacker and Pierson want your help titling their book about unchecked business power.

The author tells the story of "neo-slaves" who made the bricks that pave the streets of downtown Atlanta to this day.

Is lurching from one weather extreme to another the new normal in the 21st century?

Elaine Pagels shares perceived roles of sexuality in classic Bible stories.

The story of the controversial Supreme Court case that changed the relationship between religion and public schools in America.

Republican candidates criticize Obama's sanctions with tough talk on Iran -- and similar strategies.

A closer look at who the community organizer really was... and wasn't.