John Rollins

On our endorsement of Barack Obama

SIR – The reasoning behind The Economist’s endorsement of Barack Obama for president (“It’s time”, November 1st) was inconsistent with past leaders. Your endorsement argued, for instance, that an Obama presidency would make it...

MATTESON LEADS BY ONE

Troy Matteson: Leading after the first round Troy Matteson used a pair of eagles to vault to the top of the leaderboard at the Children's Miracle Network Classic after the first round. Matteson carded a nine-under-par 63 to...

PALMER JUMPS AHEAD AT PALM COAST

Little-known American Ryan Palmer continued his strong form at the Ginn Sur Mer Classic, shooting a one-under-par 71 in the second round to move to the top of the leaderboard on six-under 138. Palmer, who is seeking his second...

Military Prepares for Threats During Presidential Transition

The U.S. military, bracing for the first wartime presidential transition in 40 years, is preparing for potential crises during the vulnerable handover period, including possible attacks by al-Qaeda and destabilizing...