Although Flags of Our Fathers "is a book about great events, it's also a very human story." Deftly encapsulating the outward events and inner turmoil, Jinger Jarrett's review perfectly conveys the book's all-embracing emotional range — the sense of hope and sacrifice — that took place during and in the aftermath of one of the bloodiest battles of World War II.

TV/FILM

I just don't know how she does it. I really don't. But, each week Connie Phillips gives us the lowdown on the week's happenings as she Makes the Rounds at General Hospital - personal opinions and the events of the week, perfect!

NancyGail's latest recap in her C.S.I.: NY feature is her best article ever in the series! Well-written, interesting, and it makes me wish that I hadn't missed the episode. Kudos to Nancy!

From TV Editor TV and Film Guy:

Being mildly lactose intolerant, a nice glass of milk isn't exactly my cup of tea, as it were. But, Diane Kristine makes a good case as to why I'd rather drink a cup of milk than get hit by the truck that delivers it. And the movie in question certainly sounds better than both of those alternatives.

I don't really wish to enter any sort of social or political activitism debate on either side — you know, they get nuanced and detailed and lack the funny. I like the funny. Thank goodness Take Out puts the humor back into it all. Humor, social activism, and a side of fries — Staci Schoff's review has it all.

From Film Editor Lisa McKay:

I'm not sure Dust Devil is my cup of tea, but damned if the Duke de Mondo's review didn't practically force me to add it to my Netflix queue.

David Winchell provides us with an early look at Clint Eastwood's latest directorial effort, Flags of Our Fathers. This review puts both the film's flaws and strengths in perspective.

CULTURE

It's us AND them now, E.I. explains more in his informative and interesting article Same-Sex Couples Increase by 30%.

POLITICS

Christianity is Becoming the Problem by Lono — surprisingly insightful with some interesting bits of information which were quite enlightening.

From Asst. Politics Editor Mark Schannon:

Alzheimer's, Marijuana And Sensible Drug Policy by Dave Nalle is a sensible, rational, logical argument for the medical use of marijana... of course it'll never pass.

Daring to Dream - What To Do When You Want Indians And Pakistanis To Come Close To Each Other? by Mayank Austen Soofi is a wonderful plea for sanity on both sides of the Pakistan/Indian border that has much broader implications for the world as a whole.

Between the Cowardice of the Dems and the Uselessness of the GOP, I Vote For Mel Gibson by Adam Ash is vicious, funny, angry, superb at using hyperbole, and exaggerated to perfection.