Vol. 13, No. 38
June 16, 2008
Cover Story
Mr. Obama's Neighborhood
visits Chicago's Hyde Park
By Andrew Ferguson
Also in This Issue
- Commander in Chief Obama? — Frederick W. Kagan and Matthew Continetti
This issue examined Barack Obama's background and readiness for the presidency during the 2008 campaign. Andrew Ferguson traveled to Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood to explore Obama's roots and formative environment, while Frederick W. Kagan and Matthew Continetti assessed whether the Illinois senator possessed the qualifications and experience necessary to serve as Commander in Chief. The cover stories reflected conservative concerns about Obama's background, ideology, and preparedness for executive leadership at a pivotal moment in the campaign.