Vol. 165 No. 6
COVER
American Evangelicalism seems to defy unity, let alone hierarchy. Yet its members share basic commitments. TIME's list focuses on those whose influence is on the rise or who have carved out a singular role
(Evangelical America)
Should the Democrats find more religion?
(Evangelical America)
They helped re-elect the President, and Christian conservatives want payback. A look inside the struggle over their agenda
NATION
Launched as 911's unglamorous cousin, 311 service is proving to be a vehicle for urban reform
The Russians Are Coming
The FBI is concerned about Moscow's growing number of spies. What secrets are they looking for?
WORLD
The Defense Secretary pushes his generals to field a larger and more aggressive clandestine force
Hunt for the Bomb Factories
they race to separate the insurgents from their arsenals
SPORT
Often dissed but never down, the Super Bowl-- bound Philadelphia quarterback may get the last word yet
NOTEBOOK
The End of Rose-Petal Fantasies (In The Arena)
A less peremptory, more conservative U.S. foreign policy could help solve troubles in Iraq
Sitegeist
Beyond Eminem
Rap has long had a diverse fringe, but the field is getting a fresh infusion of ethnic energy
Ah, to Be Young and in Iowa
The state hasn't had much luck wooing twentysomethings
Verbatim
Numbers
NASCAR Goes Metrosexual
A trendy hair-care line linked with the high-testosterone sport
An Early Eye On 2008
Among the earliest Democratic contenders: Wesley Clark, Joe Biden and John Kerry
Will Chávez's Oil Still Flow?
The Venezuelan leader wants to export more oil to China
38 Years Ago In Time (Milestones)
Cam Phones, Go Home
The ability to snap pictures on the go is being curtailed
Super Bowl Week Fat-Cat Trials
Not one, but three former CEOs begin their trials
Bremer's Next Insurgency: Auditors
Vulnerable areas of CPA funds spark questioning
ALSO IN THIS ISSUE
How four daring young artists are shaking up the world of cartooning
The Great Telecommunicator (Appreciation)
JOHNNY CARSON 1925--2005
A Snapshot of Teen Sex (News / Behavior)
The first map of romantic liaisons in a U.S. high school reveals an elaborate, high-risk trail of love
SOCIETY
To fight the meth epidemic, states go after legal sniffle remedies at the corner drugstore
SCIENCE
A new wide-screen film by Titanic's director offers an unprecedented look at denizens of the ocean floor
BUSINESS
P&G's megadeal with Gillette is just the latest in a new wave of merger mania. Investors beware
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Only one thing was more dramatic than the looks on the couture runways in Paris last week: the battles raging behind the scenes
The Sins of the Mothers (Movies)
A courageous documentary shows kids trying to escape Calcutta brothels. Some make it, some don't
Oedipus Wrecks (Books)
A hilarious family horror story, Hollywood style
The Next Action Hero (Movies)
With flying feet and a unique style, Thailand's Tony Jaa is ready to take on Jackie Chan and Jet Li
Louisa May on Broadway (Theater)
Alcott's young-adult classic Little Women has been turned into a musical that even grownups can like
YOUR TIME
The problem may be too few tears or too many. Either way, there are solutions
Bringing Oscar Home (Lifestyle)
Want to bone up on Academy Award nominees without leaving your couch? Here are the best contenders on DVD
Sit Out or Spread Out? (Money)
Stocks, bonds, the dollar and real estate look pricey. Here's what to do
Old-School Identity Theft (Money)
(Health)
Broil (Don't Fry) the Tuna, Feed the Brain (Health)
Baby Germs (Health)
PEOPLE
They could Have Been (Oscar) Contenders
Is This an Advertisement or a Threat?
10 Questions for Muammar Gaddafi (Interview)
Libya's leader shows how he's changed, and how he hasn't
No Family Values