Iain Murray argues for a non-governmental response to the Gulf oil spill.

Daniel Foster discusses five technological marvels at work in the Gulf crisis.

Michael Barone predicts a tough election year for the Democrats.

Edward Whelan calls for a tough Senate inquiry into Elena Kagan’s judicial philosophy.

Jeffrey A. Miron explains why the tea-party movement should take the libertarian position on drug prohibition.

Kathryn Jean Lopez argues that the media is attempting to weaken Catholic identity.

– Carter Reese is a summer intern at National Review.