August 11, 1997

This issue of The Weekly Standard featured Christopher Caldwell's investigation into the tobacco industry's critics, examining the motives behind anti-smoking campaigns. The magazine also explored Jesse Helms's rising political influence through Fred Barnes's analysis, while Michael Barone examined disputes over the 2000 Census methodology and Jim Sleeper reported on the New York Times's coverage of Ward Connerly's affirmative action efforts. The issue reflected the magazine's focus on cultural politics, regulatory overreach, and media bias during the Clinton era.