Politics & History

Top 10 Biggest Homophobes of 2012

The top 10 biggest homophobes of 2012 are those influential politicians, religious leaders, businesses and organizations who made their opposition to homosexually very well known during the year. These men and women were quite voc...

13 Torrid Sex Scandals Involving Spies

James Bond movies have shown us that sex and spies go hand in hand. And although 007 is fictional, the soap opera-ready people involved in the Petraeus scandal are all too real. But are they outliers or are spies simply more likel...

English School and College Founders

A list of the founders of notable schools, colleges and universities in England throughout British history. The list begins with the founding of The King's School of Canterbury by St. Augustine in 597 AD and tracks the opening of ...

Ranking the Presidents

I have ranked the 40 presidents who have warranted a ranking here. I have not ranked Barack Obama, as he is the sitting president; I believe that a presidency should be in the rear-view window before it is ranked among the others....

The Worst Hypothetical Presidential Candidates

Out Of Work: Best Job For Mitt Romney...

Time for Mitty to hit the streets looking for a new job. Got any ideas? Well add them as my list is short. What's the perfect fit if there is one...

What's The Worst That Could Happen?

So what's the big deal if Romney becomes President? They're all the same right...aren't they? What do you think is the worst that will happen? Vote and add...

Most Powerful Women In The World

This is a list of the most powerful women in the world, as ranked by experts and by fans alike.From world leaders to celebrities to corporate head honchos to media moguls, these notable women have what it takes to run the world --...

13 Terrifying Real-Life Kids That Belong in a Horror Movie

Despite all of the ghosts and ghouls, murderers and lunatics, and vengeful spirits in horror films, time and time again, the most horrifying things in these movies is a little kid. From The Exorcist, to The Shining, to newer movie...

Conservative Pinata: What's Inside Of Mitt Romney?

So what if Mitty was a pinata and you took a stick to him...what do you think would fall out? Vote and add whatever you feel is missing...

The One Word That Best Describes Donald Trump...

Do you have a word that best describes the mouth that bored...Donald Trump? There are oh so many but let's find the ultimate word. Vote and add...

Election 2012: Who Do You Want To Be Our Next President?

With the election a little less than two weeks away, I would like to know who the people of Ranker want to be the next President Of The United States.

The Best Way to Fix The American Political System

How would you best fix a political system that all Americans (no matter which side of the spectrum they fall on) can agree is broken? Vote on the ideas you think would work best, and add any brilliant thoughts you might have.Our S...

Best Reasons Not To Vote For Mitt Romney As President...

Are you voting for Mitt? Let's hope not. Vote on what you feel the best reason NOT to vote for Mitt Romney is...and add more as there are far too many for just one person to list. Thanks!

One Word That Best Describes The American Political System..

Is there a word that you feel best describes the American political system? Add it to the list and vote on those listed...

Biggest Sports Let-Downs of 2012

The biggest sports let-downs of 2012 left sports fans shaking their heads in disappointment as their favorite athletes, teams and even leagues committed epic fails. For as many top athletes of 2012 who dazzled and awed there were ...

13 Ways the Founding Fathers Disagree with Today's GOP

Nowadays Republicans often invoke the intentions of the Founding Fathers in order to justify their party's platform. Although the views of the Founders were varied and diverse, many Republicans claim to know exactly what these men...

The Absolute Worst Congressional Candidates for Women

There are candidates who are pro-life, whose views may prevent them from condoning abortion, but who still manage to maintain a certain respect for women. Not enough to give women complete control over their own bodies, but not as...

13 People Who Have Committed Public Suicide

13 people who have committed suicide include some of the most tragic, controversial and politically motivated suicides that took place as the world watched in horror. These 13 men and women for one reason or another each choose to...

Paul Ryan Gaffes

Republican Vice Presidential candidate Paul Ryan's list of gaffes and funny quotes continues to grow. With the 2012 election season in full swing, the congressman from Wisconsin hit the campaign trail, trying to push his agenda wi...

13 Ways Important Historical Figures Used Marijuana

Marijuana has a long history throughout the world. We all know about the ganja from India and weed from Jamaica. But there are some significant historical figures and cultures who made important contributions to the development of...