Mark Shields: Which Event of Past Decade Has Most Changed Your Life?
More than any other issue, the economic recession has wreaked havoc on Americans' optimism
Mark Shields: The Government and My Grandchildren
Our lives are better — and safer and healthier — because of efforts by government at all levels
Mark Shields: So Much for Loyalty
Obama takes a hard line against fellow Democrats, but at his own peril?
Mark Shields: Different Trade Winds Blow These Days
Amid persistently high unemployment, national tide has turned against unfettered free trade
Mark Shields: Personal Anecdote in Defense of Ronald Reagan
The former president's campaign faux pas of racial disrespect was an anomaly
Mark Shields: Thanksgiving — the Near-Perfect Holiday
No going into debt, no religious divides — and there's so much to be thankful for
Mark Shields: The Eat-Your-Spinach-and-Brussels-Sprouts Plan
Deficit commission co-chairmen challenge all of us to sacrifice for our nation
Mark Shields: Democrats ‘In Recovery’
The first step is to admit they have a serious problem and that they need to change
Mark Shields: A Real Republican Wiseman
Former congressman offers political insights on campaign 2010 and its consequences
Mark Shields: One Memorable Speech of 2010 Campaign
Defense Secretary Robert Gates delivers more than a call to arms
Mark Shields: ‘Two Things Are Important in Politics’
Supreme Court ruling is taking us from near full disclosure of campaign contributions to no disclosure
Mark Shields: Newt Gingrich Says the Craziest Things
Election season seems to bring out the 'best' in the former House speaker
Mark Shields: Sullen Mood of Obama White House Makes for a Joyless Capital
Dyspeptic, humorless attitude is bringing everyone down
Mark Shields: America Without Optimism
We risk our children's futures unless we recapture our national sense of confidence
Mark Shields: How the Tea Party Will Change the Republican Party
Republicans' pandering to activists may well lead to Obama winning a second term
Mark Shields: We’ve Seen This Movie Before
As in 2006 and 2008, the U.S. electorate remains pessimistic and increasingly angry
Mark Shields: Labor Day Resolutions
With the changing seasons, Labor Day — not Jan. 1 — represents the real New Year's
Mark Shields: A Little Slack for John McCain
I plead guilty for going soft on McCain, but he deserves respect for his principles and conduct
Mark Shields: The Declaration of Independents
Democrats facing long odds in November must focus on courting the decisive middle
Mark Shields: Genuine Humor Desperately Needed Now
Amid these dark times, Americans need leaders like Reagan and Kennedy who can help us laugh again
Mark Shields: America Needs More Marine Corps Values
Responsibility to others before self should be drilled into politicians and corporate executives
Mark Shields: California a Case Study of Elections and Immigration
The future of the Republican Party rests on whether it can respond to changing demographics
Mark Shields: The Hazardous ‘Power of Appointment’
West Virginia Gov. Joe Manchin has learned what others before him didn't about making themselves senators
Mark Shields: Washington Embraces the Real Uniter, Stephen Strasburg
The Nationals' new starting pitcher, not Obama, is bringing the polarized city together
Mark Shields: McChrystal Incident Proves Why U.S. Needs Draft
Infusing the worlds of military and civilian would be good for both of them, and the nation
Mark Shields: Burial Mistakes at Arlington a Disgrace
We should not rest until the cemetery is again a place of reverence, respect and remembrance
Mark Shields: The ‘No Month in the Country’ Campaign Strategy
Democratic candidates try to sway voters with a lesser of two evils approach
Mark Shields: What Baseball Can Teach American Business
Umpire Jim Joyce and pitcher Armando Galarraga show how to handle mistakes with character
Mark Shields: Big Crises Do Not Guarantee Big Leaders
The disastrous Gulf oil spill isn't the only challenge facing President Obama
Mark Shields: To ‘Misspeak’ About War Is to Mislead
Connecticut Attorney General and Senate candidate Richard Blumenthal won't own up to his lies about serving in Vietnam
Mark Shields: Have Democrats Lost it?
As the line blurs between the two parties, Republicans gain clear advantage with voters
Mark Shields: Rep. David Obey Has Made a Difference
More than most others, the Wisconsin Democrat served by the standard of a political hero
Mark Shields: Poles Apart on Polls
Phony political surveys with loaded questions are insulting
Mark Shields: The Big Lie Has Gotten Bigger
Political opponents have become mortal enemies, threatening our democratic values
Mark Shields: Heretics or Converts — Democrats Better Decide
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