Politics Oct 21 The GOP has a massive, historic choice to make. Now Most speeches are not historic. And those that are seldom earn the title immediately. But the words of Rep. Paul Ryan Tuesday night are in contention to be important markers of a defining and potentially historic moment for the Republican…
Politics Oct 14 3 things from the Democratic debate you couldn’t see on TV The Democratic debate in Las Vegas exceeded its expectations in hitting on substance. But as pundits trade thoughts on who was strong (Clinton), who was solid (Sanders) and who else was on stage (O'Malley, Webb, Chafee), we want to point…
Politics Oct 13 4 things to watch for in the first Democratic debate The first Democratic presidential debate is 9 p.m. EDT tonight on CNN. Here's what to look for from the candidates.
Politics Oct 06 Quiz: How the U.S. House of Representatives works The framers of the Constitution built Congress to be the chamber of government closest to the people. At this moment, the House of Representatives is also the most unpredictable wing of government as majority Republicans hold a rare mid-session vote…
Politics Sep 30 3 things buried in the spending bill In nearly every “clean” temporary spending bill, especially in this era of permanently governing with temporary bills, there are at least a few changes attached.
Politics Sep 29 The GOP tax plans in one chart Even for policy-lovers like us, the whiz of tax brackets shooting out of the hands of GOP candidates has become dizzying. Here is a single chart that provides one simple comparison point for these plans.
Politics Sep 22 Quiz: What do you know about foreign leaders addressing Congress? The address to Congress by Pope Francis marks the 117th time a foreign dignitary has stood and spoken before a jointly-gathered House and Senate. Test your knowledge of the high-profile political and diplomatic tradition.
Politics Sep 17 Quiz: How much do you know about the U.S. Constitution? Happy Constitution Day everyone! To celebrate this day cherished by lovers of American law, we bring you a short quiz to test your knowledge of the nation's founding and of potential changes on deck for the Constitution today.
Politics Jul 13 What does Scott Walker believe? Where the candidate stands on 10 issues He is Colorado-born, Iowa-taught (until age 10) and Wisconsin-made. Scott Walker did not graduate from college but he started winning elections at age 26 and has not lost since. Here's where Walker stands on 10 key issues.
Politics Jul 02 What does Jim Webb believe? Where the candidate stands on 10 issues He’s famously Scottish American, a Marine veteran and former Secretary of the Navy who has written 10 books and is the creative force behind “Rules of Engagement.” Jim Webb upset the Virginia Democratic establishment and the national Republican party with…