The Presidency

Obama Vacation Plans Draw Fire

Kenneth T. Walsh — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 11:30:00 EST

Christmas in Hawaii looks bad when the nation is suffering.

How Donald Trump Could Shape the 2012 Presidential Election

Kenneth T. Walsh — Fri, 06 May 2011 16:13:00 EST

A populist or outsider candidate is unlikely to win in 2012 but can shape the election.

Seniors Key Voters in 2012 Presidential Election

Kenneth T. Walsh — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 14:00:00 EST

There is much at stake in the debate over Medicare and Medicaid.

Obama Still Strong Heading Into 2012 Election

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 16:40:00 EST

Obama is positioning himself not a bold leader, but more the capital's referee.

Debt, Jobs Could Hurt Obama in 2012 Campaign

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 14:07:00 EST

Obama will face a series of challenges in his presidential re-election bid.

GOP and Liberals Both Attack Obama on Libya

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:05:00 EST

Obama is in danger of becoming a war president, under attack from all sides.

High Gas Prices Could Hurt Obama in 2012

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 16:12:00 EST

Some of the lowest presidential approval ratings have been recorded when there was a gas crisis.

Reagan and Bush's Admirable Partnership

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 17:27:00 EST

George H.W. Bush talks about his admiration for President Ronald Reagan.

Obama, GOP Face Tough Political Realities in Budget Showdown

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 12:10:00 EST

With the threat of a shutdown looming the president and his foes seek common ground.

Middle East Unrest Shows the Limits of Obama's Power

Kenneth T. Walsh — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 15:30:00 EST

Middle East unrest shows the president has limited influence on the rest of the world.

Obama Looks Good Halfway Through His Presidency

Kenneth T. Walsh — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 12:03:00 EST

Polls show Obama is still the most admired man in America.

Obama Faces the Same Problems in 2011

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 15:40:00 EST

The president had some victories at the end of 2010 but this year could be different.

Obama's Hawaii Vacation Is Revealing

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 14:12:00 EST

Presidential trips say a lot about the commander in chief.

Voters Say Obama Has No Clear Narrative

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 14:56:00 EST

The president pledged to reach out more to Republicans.

Obama Risks Alienating Liberals Over Tax Deal

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 16:30:00 EST

Obama could alienate his party on issues such as the tax cut deal and pay freeze.

Bush's Campaign to Repair His Image May Not Get Far

Kenneth T. Walsh — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 15:10:00 EST

Obama and Bush have about the same approval rating right now.

Obama Faces Trouble From the Left

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 15:41:00 EST

It's now Afghanistan that is animating the left.

Trouble Ahead for Obama's Presidency

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:26:00 EST

The first phase of his time in office was tough but part II could be worse.

After Losses, Obama Will Compromise With GOP

Kenneth T. Walsh — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 10:39:00 EST

He will likely back away from big legislative initiatives and focus on smaller items instead.

2010 Elections Increasingly Infected With Attack Ads

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 09:50:00 EST

Going negative is the new normal in politics.

Obama Turns to Liberal Base in 2010 Election's Final Push

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 15:38:00 EST

President tries to rev up liberal Democrats as Election Day approaches.

Former Presidential Speechwriters Say Obama Has Lost His Touch

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 10:05:00 EST

Former presidential scribes say Obama has lost his touch.

What Barack Obama Can Learn From Jimmy Carter

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 08:45:00 EST

In his new book, the former president reflects on what hasn't changed in 30 years.

How a Republican Congress Would Deal With Obama

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 14:45:00 EST

If the Republicans take control of Congress, a flood of investigations may follow.

Obama Tries to Channel Clinton, Reagan With Backyard Strategy

Kenneth T. Walsh — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:23:00 EST

The president tries to reconnect with voters on their turf.