Sep 20

Will candidates get in the way of GOP’s quest to broaden appeal?

For GOP leaders, the 2016 campaign offered a chance at redemption and fresh pitch to minorities, gays, women and others beyond the traditional core supporters. But it hasn't unfolded according to the hierarchy's hoped-for script, with some high-profile candidates inviting…

Sep 13

Despite populist rhetoric, GOP tax proposals tilt to wealthy

Jeb Bush talked about leveling the playing field, Marco Rubio wrote about helping the working class, Rand Paul promised to expand the Republican Party beyond its traditional base. Yet all three candidates offered tax proposals that would benefit overwhelmingly the…

Aug 06

WASHINGTON -- Republicans seeking their party's 2016 presidential nomination have the challenging task of trying to stand out among the 17 candidates in the race, and Thursday's televised debate was the first opportunity for the party to start whittling down…