COVER
The Mormon In Mitt (Nation)
Romney's Faith is central to his life and may be critical to any comeback. What the history of Mormonism tells us about his vision, values--and pragmatism
COMMENTARY
Old Borders, New Realities (In the Arena)
The next President will confront a Middle East that looks nothing like the past
The Magical Negro Falls to Earth
But victory for Obama now would signify more racial progress than it did in 2008
The Columbus Comeback (The Curious Capitalist)
Ohio's capital moved beyond partisanship to become a model for economic growth
FEATURES
The Worst Job In America (Business)
Beset by bankruptcy, balky unions and an unwanted suitor, American Airlines' CEO is trying to set a new course for the company
The Rise Of The Salafis (World)
Political Islam's radical fringe is using new freedoms to disrupt the transition to democracy. Will it ruin the promise of the Arab Spring?
A Bustling D.C. Parish (Nation)
Lights, Camera, Sell (Profile)
How Mindy Grossman took the shame out of home shopping.
THE CULTURE
The Joke's on Me (The Awesome Column)
What good is a humorist in a world where everybody's funny?
10 Questions for Gerhard Richter (10 Questions)
Painter Gerhard Richter on his work, escaping from East Germany and why he doesn't collect art
Disenchantment (Books)
J.K. Rowling's first literary novel for adults is a surprising triumph
Supreme Decision (Sports)
Can Washington win a World Series after benching a star?
Pop Chart
LETTERS
Inbox (Inbox)
BRIEFING
Debate Prep By Mark Halperin (Nation)
Briefing
Andy Williams (Milestones)
Pop singer
World
Flag on the Play (Sports)
Rent-a-refs have butchered the NFL's brand
Edwin Wilson (Milestones)
Legendary spy