NRO’s experts score the candidates’ performances in last night’s debate.

Charles Krauthammer reminds us that the democratic system isn’t pretty, but it works.

Kevin D. Williamson remarks on the surprising amount of support for Mitt Romney in Iowa.

Robert Costa follows Rep. Ron Paul through Iowa as the candidate preps for the straw poll.

Robert Bryce warns that wind-energy won’t keep you cool in a energy-consuming heat wave.

Michelle Malkin condemns the appointment of Sen. Patty Murray to the super-committee.

Jonah Goldberg gives the riot rationalizers a reality check: The rioters are criminals.

Deroy Murdock denounces the administration’s requirement that insurance cover birth control.