From slavery to the presidency, NEWSWEEK takes a special look at Obama's inauguration through letters to past and future generations.
We have a new president. But he, too, has a new nation to lead, one that's changing almost beyond recognition.
John Lewis, RFK Jr., Karl Rove and others remember past inaugurations.
On Palin's watch, Alaska liberalized its abortion laws.
Jerry Kellman, Barack Obama's supervisor during the candidate's days as a community organizer, talks about the attacks from the Republican Convention—and the vital role organizers play.
Two former presidential speechwriters critique the GOP convention oratory.
The essence of the RNC. What was maverick about it, again?
An open letter to the almost-nominee.
Palin's speech -- and this year's intense focus on female voters.
The tabloids have discovered the appeal of politics.
A cynic's view of Palin's family fanfare.
For at least one night, Sarah Palin showed the Republicans a star power to match Obama
The Alaska delegation proudly backs its new star
Deconstructing the GOP's 'country first' strategy.
Scripture and discretion on the program in Wasilla.
A closer look at the GOP's akilter convention debut.
Assessing how Gov. Palin handles the balance
'American Exceptionalism' at the Minnesota State Fair
Gov. Sarah Palin came out of nowhere to win the John McCain veep sweepstakes. Well, not quite nowhere.
John McCain's task: convincing a country it needs more daily drama
McCain has often shown a stubborn sense of decency that should appeal broadly.
Last March, NEWSWEEK's Karen Breslau spoke to Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin at the magazine's Women & Leadership event in Los Angeles. Excerpts:
Sarah Palin, a moose-hunting, lifetime NRA member guns for D.C.
The Clintons inspired my political career, but when Barack Obama accepted the Democratic nomination, I cried tears of joy.
Bill Clinton and company had something to prove
Barack Obama plans to aggressively court women voters by focusing on issues like equal pay, health care and the economy.
Suspects discussed assassination 'because Obama is black,' documents say
Clinton gave the best speech she's capable of delivering. And finally, the Democrats looked like they know how to throw a party.
Police investigate a gun and drug case. Was a plan to assassinate Obama involved?
Two former presidential speechwriters critique the convention oratory.
Are Obama and Pelosi dodging the life-and-death question?
Multiple agencies on high alert for Denver convention.
The media and the Democratic dance
Reflections on darker Democratic days.
