A Quick Note on Voters (MS Primary Edition)
Parties do not own voters, and the job of campaigns is to attract voters.
On Many Issues, The Tea Party Is Out Of Step With The American Public
The people with the biggest voices in the GOP seem to be leading it to positions that most Americans disagree with.
Thad Cochran Wins In Mississippi
After appearing to be at the end of his political career, Thad Cochran has pulled off a surprising victory over his Tea Party backed challenger.
Rand Paul, Dick Cheney, And The Foreign Policy Battle Inside The GOP
The Kentucky Senator and former Vice-President are at the front of a battle that will unfold inside the GOP as we head toward 2016.
New Scott Walker Allegations Have Little Legal Merit, But Could Affect Re-Election Bid
As a legal matter, the new allegations against Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker don’t amount to much. But, will they impact his bid for re-election.
Kevin McCarthy, Steve Scalise Win Leadership Elections, But The Battle Resumes In November
The House leadership elections turned out about as expected, but we may be doing this all over again in five months.
All Politics Is National?
Congressional elections have become “nationalized” to a far greater extent than they have ever been.
On Immigration, David Brat And The Tea Party Stray From Their Own Principles
There is no such thing as a consistent free market, limited government case in favor of restricting immigration, whether legal or illegal.
Public Has Little Confidence In Obama’s Foreign Policy Or Leadership, New Poll Shows
More bad poll numbers for the President.
Supreme Court Allows Challenge To Law Against Election “Lies” To Go Forward
A hopeful First Amendment decision from the Supreme Court.
Is Scott Walker Too White To Get Elected?
TNR makes the worst possible case for a proposition that’s almost certainly right.
The End of History, Continued
Twenty-five years after his seminal “End of History” article, Francis Fukuyama reflects on its legacy.
American Politics Is More Polarized Than Ever
The left-right divide is worse than it has been in decades, and we’re paying the price.
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?