Card Sharks: Low-Interest Credit Offers Bite Back
Sweet deals on credit cards can turn sour with hidden fees and charges.
by Russ Baker

ASHCROFT CONFIRMATION: How Your Senators Voted
by Joel

Fee Fighters: States, Cities Declare War on ATMs
You're withdrawing money from an ATM once, but banks can charge you twice -- and that has consumer groups up in arms. Efforts to ban such surcharges have met with some success, but the banking industry is battling back.
by Deborah Harkins

"Partial Birth" Abortion, Total Confusion
One woman's difficult decision highlights the pitfalls of defining "partial birth" abortion.
by Cynthia Cooper

Political Groups Cloak Agendas with Confusing Names
Who knows the difference between Public Concern Foundation and Citizen Alert?
by Autumn Miller

On the Cybercouch: Despite Pitfalls, E-therapy's Popularity Grows
Therapy via the Internet is growing, but it's not right for everyone, and it may be detrimental, some experts say.
by Jill Max

Russ Feingold: Mr. Good Government
A look at Sen. John McCain's partner in the battle against soft money.
by Adam S. Marlin

No Mercy for Innocent Under New Death Penalty Law
"Hurricane" Carter got out, but for other innocent inmates, a new law means no second chances.
by David Lindorff

No Cable? Forget the Debates
Many Americans miss out on the democratic process because the networks won't air early debates, critics charge.
by Sana Butler

Let's Corporatize Our Candidates!
Why not cut to the chase and plaster all the presidential contenders with corporate logos?
by Andy Valvur

Bush Backfire
President Bush's plans to insult Clinton in the '92 election could haunt his son.
by Robert Parry

Toke Two Hits and Call Me in the Morning
Despite marijuana's medicinal potential, the feds won't inhale, and states are left holding the bag.
by Susan Gerhard

Are Victims' Rights Wrong?
Would a federal amendment protect victims rights -- or result in judicial chaos?
by Cynthia L. Cooper

Pacifica Radio's Uncivil War
The mother of all community radio eats its own as detractors cheer
by Randy Baker

Gay-on-Gay Crime: In the Closet
Author Felice Picano writes about the an unsettling trend.
by By Felice Picano

Medical Minefield: Look Before You Leap
What health information can you trust?
by Marilynn Larkin

Two Hacks and a Wheeze
Dedicated smoker Autumn Miller speaks out on behalf of her oppressed people.
by Autumn Miller

Vermont Court Ruling: Did it Really Help Gays?
by Jonathan Tweedy

BILL THE MASTER; HILLARY THE NOVICE
by Dick Morris

Iowa Gov to Transsexuals: We Want YOU
The pork state courts cross-dressers and Republican ire.
by Rekha Basu

Cell Phone Safety Tips
Sound advice for safe calling.
by Mrinalini Kamath

Coaching for Tolerance
A new breed of coaches calls time-out on trash talk and bullying.
by Lisa Bennett

You Can Be Stephen King on a Shoestring
Is your novel worth publishing? Who cares -- now you can afford to publish and sell it anyway.
by Cynthia L. Cooper

Comparing the Comparison Shopping Sites
5th Estate reviews the Web's shopper services
by Kathy Jones

Corn Flakes
A New Yorker transplanted to the heartland gives the Iowa caucus spectacle a Bronx sneer.
by ROB BORSELLINO

How To Get the Most out of Comparison Shopping Sites
Tips for buying a bargain, not a turkey.
by Kathy Jones

Letters to the Editor
5th Estate readers sound off on our stories and our site.
by Fifth Estate Editors

Cell Phones and Kids: A Bad Call?
Researchers warn they may be dangerous to your kids' health. Also, some tips on cell phone safety.
by Frances Cerra Whittelsey

Attitude Adjustment: What Did You See Today?
5th Estate Editor Frances Cerra Whittelsey explores a simple question that could change your mind
by Frances Cerra Whittelsey

Text of Victims' Rights Amendment
by Cynthia Cooper

Road Warrior: MADD President Turns Grief into Action
For her daughter and others killed by drunk drivers, Karolyn Nunnallee fights for victims rights.
by Sherry Amatenstein

Is Congress Junking Your Mail?
What really happens when you write your reps in Washington? You'll be shocked to know the truth.
by Kathy Jones and Alicia Ault

Comics Coverage of the 2000 election
A funeral for a presidential candidate? Find out how Captain RibMan copes -- with help from Dick Morris.
by Rich Davis and John Sprengelmeyer

Comics Coverage of Election 2000
Captain RibMan becomes a pain in the McCain in his third week on the campaign trail.
by Rich Davis and John Sprengelmeyer

Comics Coverage of Election 2000
Will Captain RibMan's pants be on fire? Perhaps, as he learns a lesson in candidate-speak.
by Rich Davis and John Sprengelmeyer

Complete Comics Coverage of Election 2000
A dim-witted Captain Ribman makes a Bradley bust in his first week of election coverage.
by Rich Davis and John Sprengelmeyer

Week Five - Election 2000 -- in Comics!
From the horse's mouth: Cracked magazine's Cliff Mott quotes the raucous caucus!
by Cliff Mott

Comics Coverage -- Page 2
by Cliff Mott

Comics Coverage - Page 3
by Cliff Mott

Week 4 - Comics Coverage of Election 2000
It's inter-party rumble time when the elephant men take on the tag team of tedium.
by Cliff Mott

Week 4 - Comics Coverage - Page 2
by Cliff Mott

Week 4 - Comics Coverage - Page 3
by Cliff Mott

Week 3 - Complete Comics Coverage of Election 2000
This week: Who is that man behind the executioner's mask? We find out as the elephant men go to the mat.
by Cliff Mott

Comics Coverage - Page 2
by Cliff Mott

Comics Coverage - Page 3
by Cliff Mott

Week 2 - Complete Comics Coverage
of the Presidential Election
Our cartoon correspondent Cliff Mott, of Cracked magazine, brings you the Democratic Superbrawl.
by Cliff Mott

Week 2- Comics Coverage - Page 2
by Cliff Mott

Week 2 - Comics Coverage - Page 3
by Cliff Mott

Week 1 -Complete Comics Coverage
of the Presidential Election
Cracked magazine's Cliff Mott is our first cartoon correspondent for campaign 2000
by Cliff Mott

Week 1 - Comics Coverage - Page 2
by Cliff Mott

Week 1 - Comics Coverage - Page 3
by Cliff Mott

Week 1 - Comics Coverage - Page 4
by Cliff Mott

Minimum Wage Increase: See Who Voted For and Against it
by Mary McGann

The Case of Mumia Abu-Jamal
by Dave Lindorff

Why the Law Passed
by Dave Lindorff

Shooting Holes in Habeas Corpus
by Dave Lindorff

Clinton Eludes Ire of "Hurricane"
by Dave Lindorff

MARRIAGE PENALTY TAX: See who voted for & against it
by Mary McGann

INTERNET TAX MORATORIUM: See who voted for & against it
by Mary McGann

House Budget Resolution: See Who Voted for and against It
by Mary McGann

A Checklist to Check Up on Health Information
by Marilynn Larkin

Eliminating the Estate Tax: See Who Voted For and Against It
by Mary McGann

Dick's Picks: McCain Will Sweep March 7
McCain Will Sweep March 7
by Dick Morris

'DEATH TAX ELIMINATION ACT': See who voted for & against it
by Joel

NOW CLINTON SAYS IT AIN'T SO
by Dick Morris

The Clintons Are Freaking Out
by Dick Morris