politics

The Sarah Palin Phenomenon

By Brian Kelly - Editor's Note - November 18, 2009

What do you make of the former Alaska governor? more >>

Sabato: The Democrats Aren't Doomed

By Paul Bedard - Nation & World - November 13, 2009

The popular political pundit doesn't buy the GOP belief that the House will shift in 2010. more >>

If Fiorina and Whitman Weren't Committed Enough to Vote, Why Run for Office?

By Bonnie Erbe - Bonnie Erbe - November 6, 2009

Couldn't Carly Fiorina and Meg Whitman have put a note in their BlackBerrys about voting? more >>

Year of Catholic Political Success Continues With Election Day

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - November 4, 2009

The victors in yesterday's two big races are Catholics, continuing a yearlong trend. more >>

Colorado Democrats' Political Prospects Ride on Economic Recovery

By Laura Chapin - Laura Chapin - October 29, 2009

If economy continues to recuperate, Republicans' fiscal-responsibility argument will weaken. more >>

J Street as Jewish Political Cover for Obama and Democrats

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - October 28, 2009

The lefty Jewish group says it wants to give Obama "political space." more >>

4 Ways the 'No Religion' Boom Will Alter American Politics

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - September 22, 2009

A new survey on the surge in Americans claiming no religion has big implications for politics. more >>

Huckabee Wins 'Values Voter' Straw Poll; Palin Places 4th

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - September 21, 2009

Mitt Romney and Tim Pawlenty take 2nd and 3rd, while Sarah Palin places 4th. more >>

10 Cities for Political Junkies

By Matthew Bandyk - Money - September 17, 2009

Where those obsessed with political affairs live. more >>

Obama: Ted Kennedy One of 'Greatest Senators of Our Time'

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - August 26, 2009

The senator's death closed a dramatic chapter in the history of an American dynasty. more >>

The Striking Correlation Between a State’s Religion and Its Politics

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - August 7, 2009

A Gallup survey shows remarkably different religious compositions in different regions of the country. more >>

Mark Sanford's Apology: God Will Make Me Better

Nation & World - July 20, 2009

The South Carolina governor's op-ed apology falls flat. more >>

Levi Johnston: Palin Resigned to Cash In on Fame

Nation & World - July 10, 2009

Bristol Palin's former fiance says the governor was tempted by the lucrative deals she was offered. more >>

Athletes Like Tiger Woods Are Right to Keep Out of Politics

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - July 2, 2009

Keep hitting the ball and contributing quietly. more >>

Obama Criticized as Mr. Nice Guy Toward Iran, Congress

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - June 30, 2009

Critics argue Obama is too conciliatory in dealing with Iran, Republicans, and other adversaries. more >>

New York Times's Brooks Misses the Politics of Healthcare Reform

By Robert Schlesinger - Robert Schlesinger - June 23, 2009

Running away from something with 3 percent popularity is rational. more >>

Republicans Struggle to Unite in the Obama Era

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - June 17, 2009

Sarah Palin, Rush Limbaugh, and Dick Cheney are all controversial figures in the GOP. more >>

Republicans Need Latinos, So Attacking Sotomayor is "Just Not Smart Politics"

By John Aloysius Farrell - John A. Farrell - June 17, 2009

The suburbs and the exurbs are the ball game, and the Democrats are winning. more >>

Gallup Poll Examines Democrats' Image of the GOP

Opinion - June 17, 2009

A recent poll asked Democrats what comes to mind when thinking of the GOP. The second of two-parts. more >>

Franken Finally Nearing Victory Over Coleman in Minnesota Senate Race

By John Mashek - Opinion - June 16, 2009

Word is that state Supreme Court Minnesota will back the Democrat, and then the musical chairs begin. more >>

Texas Could Soon Be a Republican Presidential Nightmare

By John Aloysius Farrell - John A. Farrell - June 15, 2009

Demographics are destiny in politics. And the GOP's future looks dim. more >>

McAuliffe Defeat Stings Clinton and Warner

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - June 14, 2009

Clinton campaigned for his former fundraiser. more >>

Behind Obama's Ideas on Faith, Government, and Politics

By Dan Gilgoff - God & Country - June 12, 2009

A '90s-era Harvard seminar appears to explain some of the president's faith-based policies. more >>

Iranians Flock to Polls in Presidential Election

By Queenie Wong - Nation & World - June 12, 2009

Observers expect record turnout in the election to choose between Ahmadinejad and three rivals. more >>

Republicans Should Follow Newt Gingrich's Agenda Worth Voting For

By Peter Roff - Peter Roff - June 10, 2009

Lower taxes rates on savings and investment. Period. more >>