The 'long tail' of the Internet
A new theory called the "long tail" tries to explain how the Internet is changing the way the world does business. A new book by that title was recently published, and it has inspired some hearty criticism as well as praise.11:06 a.m.Chris Anderson: Author of "The Long Tail: Why the Future of Business Is Selling Less of More." He is also editor of Wired Magazine.
The Republican plan for dominance
A Twin Cities speech by Tom Hamburger of the Los Angeles Times, author of "One Party Country: The Republican Plan for Dominance in the 21st Century." His speech at the University of Minnesota's Humphrey Institute was followed by comments from leading Republican and Democratic activists in Minnesota.12:06 p.m.