The culture war is back

 February 08, 2012 12:27   washingtonpost.com

One unintended consequence of the improving economy: The culture war is back. Last night, former Pennsylvania senator Rick Santorum proved that social issues can still pack a punch. For months, the Republican presidential candidates have hammered away on the economy — and only the economy — as they crisscrossed the campaign trail. But over the past few days, longtime social issues -- contraception, abortion and gay marriage -- have taken the stage in the campaign. Read full article >>

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