Eric Cantor, House Republican Leader, Loses in Republican Primary
An unknown Tea Party candidate unexpectedly beat the House Leader in today’s GOP primary.
Insurgents Linked To Al Qaeda Capture Iraq’s Second City
Things only seem to be getting worse in Iraq.
State Senate Resignation Sends Virginia Budget Negotiations Into Twilight Zone
Some old fashioned political arm twisting has up-ended the apple cart in Richmond.
A Mostly Good Jobs Report, And A Milestone Finally Passed (Sort Of)
The May Jobs Report was fairly good, and it marks the end of a jobs recession that started six years ago. But things aren’t entirely rosy.
California GOP Turns Against The Tea Party
Another victory for the GOP establishment in its battle against the Tea Party.
Obama’s New Carbon Rules Pose Political And Economic Risks For Questionable Benefits
The EPA’s new carbon rules leave much to be desired.
House Republicans To Move Forward On Immigration Reform This Summer?
Rumors are circulating again that the House GOP may make an immigration reform pitch before the midterm elections.
Far Right’s Rise In Europe Lays Largely In The Failures Of Mainstream Parties
Far right parties are succeeding in Europe because the mainstream parties aren’t offering an alternative.
Should We Eliminate The Vice-Presidency?
Does the office of Vice-President serve any useful purpose anymore?
Is Same-Sex Marriage Now A Wedge Issue For Democrats?
Is support for marriage equality now an issue that can benefit Democrats at the polls?
Mitch McConnell Won’t Eliminate The Legislative Filibuster If The GOP Takes The Senate
Preserving the filibuster.
Is Europe Turning Right?
Parties described as “far right” or “extreme right” have done very well in Europe’s most recent elections.
Brian Schweitzer Hits Hillary Clinton Over Wall Street Ties
A prairie populist challenger for Hillary Clinton?
Europe’s Far Right Finds A Friend In Putin
The European far right has found a friend in an unlikely place.
Mitch McConnell Soundly Defeats Tea Party Challenger In Kentucky GOP Primary
A big loss for the Tea Party, and a big win for Mitch McConnell,
The Midterms And The Economy: Bad News For Democrats?
Republicans are winning with voters on the issues they say they care the most about.
New Politico Poll Tells Us Much Less Than People Think It Does
Some polls aren’t worth the paper they’re printed on.
Good News For Democrats In The South?
A new poll indicates that Democratic candidates are holding their own against Republican challengers in three southern states.
Rand Paul Warns Republicans That Voter ID Emphasis Is ‘Offending People’
Once again, Rand Paul is challenging conservative orthodoxy.
RNC Moves To Limit Presidential Primary Debates
The RNC wants to limit primary debates, but it’s not clear that’s a good idea.
Texas High School Student Suspended For Refusing To Stand During Pledge Of Allegiance
A pretty clear violation of the First Amendment.
Anti-War Republican Beats Back Bush Era Challenger
Congressman Walter Jones beat back a primary challenge from a former Bush aide who attacked him over his foreign policy views.
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