Political figures
Some of the key players in history get our expert once-over
The man of rights
From the Town Council in Lewes to national hero in France and America is quite a journey - discover more about the philosophy and life of Thomas Paine.
What inspired Marx?
His philosophy has outlived many States which claimed to be based on it, but what inspired Marx?
Dictator or democratic trailblazer?
A brutal, joyless dictator or the man who set in train the democracy we enjoy today? Whatever you feel about Cromwell's achievements, it's undeniable he was puritan made.
The prime conductor
She played a key role in the rescue of slaves and the abolition movement - many consider Harriet Tubman her people's Moses.
Crying all the way to the White House?
Society blogger Engin F Isin asks if Hillary Clinton's New Hampshire win was helped by showing some emotion?
Under new management
As he prepares to take on the leadership of the US, what is the meaning of Obama?
Content last updated: 22/02/2006
