GOP’s Big Donors Seek To Narrow The 2016 Field, But They Have Less Control Than They Think
The GOP donor class would like the 2016 race to be short and sweet, but that’s unlikely to happen.
Can Rick Perry Overcome The Disaster Of 2012 With A 2016 Reboot?
After a disastrous campaign in 2012, Texas Governor Rick Perry appears to be gearing up for a new run for the White House in 2016, but questions remain.
Romney Continues To Lead In Polls Of 2016 GOP Candidates, Leading Hillary In Head-To-Head Match
The numbers don’t lie, Mitt Romney remains popular among Republican voters.
Is “Meh, Romney 2016” For Real?
When push comes to shove, top Republicans may still try to make Mitt Romney happen.
In Responding To Obama’s Executive Action, Top GOPers Worry About Further Alienating Latino Voters
Top Republicans worry that their party’s response to the President’s executive action will alienate Latinos. However, there’s little they can do about that.
Time To Start Thinking About Huckabee 2016
Mike Huckabee seems to be making the moves necessary to run for President again, For reasons only he can understand.
2014 And The Latino Vote
Republicans performed better among Latino voters this year than they did in 2012, but that doesn’t mean they’ve solved their problems.
Governor Thinks Governors Make The Best Presidential Candidates
Scott Walker argues that Governors tend to make the best Presidents. He’s largely correct, but he’s not the only Republican who fits that bill.
Acela Corridor Pundits Don’t Like Chris Christie’s Style, Will The Rest Of America Agree?
Once again, reporters and pundits are arguing that Chris Christie’s “New Jersey style” won’t play well on the stump. I’m not so sure they’re right.
Republicans Have Little Incentive To Move Forward On Immigration Reform
Despite conventional wisdom, there remains little incentive for the GOP to change its position on immigration reform.
Lindsey Graham Says He’s Thinking About Running For President
It has nothing to do with winning, but it does have a lot to do with the foreign policy debate inside the Republican Party.
Mitt Romney 2016? Maybe More Likely Than We’ve Been Thinking
While it still seems unlikely that he’ll run, Mitt Romney does seem to be leaving the door open to a third run at the White House.
Mike Huckabee Leads In Iowa, And That Shows What’s Wrong With The Iowa Caucuses
The fact that a candidate like Mike Huckabee could win the Iowa Caucuses is the reason to end the Iowa Caucuses.
House Republicans Are Dooming Their 2016 Nominee With Latino Voters
Republicans in the House seem determined to make life difficult for whomever wins the GOP nomination in 2016
Hillary Clinton Remains The Overwhelming Choice Of Democrats For 2016
If Hillary Clinton is going to have a serious challenge in 2016, the person who will do that has yet to emerge.
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.
Hillary Clinton Keeps Committing The Same Gaffe About Her Wealth
Hillary Clinton does not come across well when she tries to play the empathy card.
Establishment Victories In Iowa GOP Could Impact 2016 Race
A setback for supporters of Rand Paul in the Hawkeye State.
Is Scott Walker Too White To Get Elected?
TNR makes the worst possible case for a proposition that’s almost certainly right.
Republicans Seek Way Forward By Talking To Guy Who Lost The Last Election
Some Republicans apparently think the key to their future lies in the past.
Bill Gates: The Most Powerful Man in America?
How the richest man in the world quickly changed the education curriculum in 45 states.
Like Every Other Senator, Marco Rubio Thinks He’s Ready To Be President
The junior Senator from Florida drops some hints.
Rick Perry Talks Second Chances, Hinting At 2016
Rick Perry continues to hint at another Presidential run.
Chris Christie Is Still A Viable 2016 Candidate
The bloom is off the rose, but Chris Christie could still be a strong candidate in 2016.
Hillary Clinton’s Favorability No Longer At Unsustainably High Levels
Hillary Clinton’s numbers aren’t at the incredibly high levels they used to be, but they were never going to stay that high anyway.
Jeb Bush Bucks His Party On Immigration, And He’s Right
Many Republicans won’t like Jeb Bush’s recent comments about illegal immigration, but he’s right.
Every Other Democrat Who Might Run For President Is Waiting For Hillary
The Democratic field for 2016 is frozen in place waiting for the presumptive frontrunner to make a decision.
Jeb Bush Sounds More And More Like A Presidential Candidate
The former Florida Governor is talking more openly about running for President than he ever has before.
Top Republicans Looking To Jeb Bush In 2016
Top Republican donors are starting to look at the former Governor of Florida as their candidate in 2016.
President Joe Scarborough?!
Was there ever a more tepid endorsement than “Joe Scarborough for President? Sure, Why Not?”
The House GOP’s Immigration Principles: A Good Start, But Can They Get Past The Tea Party?
The House GOP leadership’s principles are a good start, but it’s unclear if they can make it past the anti “amnesty” crowd that seems to dominate the GOP.
Mike Huckabee Climbs To Top In GOP 2016 Poll
Huckabee resurgent? A new poll makes the case, but it’s far too early to say.
Chris Christie Leads Republican Field In 2016 Poll
Chris Christie has had a very good month, and it’s ending with him with a strong lead among potential Republican candidates for 2016.
No, The U.S. Isn’t Closing Its Vatican Embassy
A State Department announcement about consolidation of diplomatic posts in Rome has led to the latest round of Obama Derangement Syndrome.
Governors Only For President?
A top House Republican suggested today that only Governor’s should be President. His argument has both practical and historical merit.
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