Newsweek Magazine Review

The cover story is always a big deal because it usually tackles the biggest story of the week.  However, there are times when the cover story may not be about a news item at all, but may feature a topic that is intriguing but so far not well known.  This award-winning magazine has featured religion, gender, pain, and cosmology as well as its bread-and-butter political and news stories.

My favorite columnists are Fareed Zakaria for his expertise on international affairs; Jonathan Alter for his take on politics; Anna Quindlen for her liberal, compassionate viewpoints; and George Will for his intelligent commentary with a conservative point of view.  Whether I agree with them or not, these veteran journalists always keep me challenged and informed.

My favorite regular features include Conventional Wisdom, which is a snapshot of hot stories.  I enjoy Periscope's tidbit articles on just about every subject, and of course, the cartoons and sound bites found in Perspectives.  Finally, I enjoy both "Letters" and "My Turn" because they take the pulse of everyday readers who have something important to add to the public discourse.

To me, this blending of views is why Newsweek excels.  Every week, there is something sure to stimulate, challenge, and educate.