All Decoder
- Drone killing accidents reveal Obama’s tough war choices
The US has come to rely on targeted killing by drones – maybe too much, as the accidental killing of two hostages shows. Critics are calling for more transparency and accountability in the US drone program.
- Clinton Foundation stories: why Hillary campaign can't dismiss them
Here’s a problem for Clinton 2016: Republicans aren’t the only ones troubled by the specifics of these charges.
- Will a robot run the Jeb Bush campaign?
Jeb Bush appears set to turn over some key campaign functions to the 'Right to Rise' super PAC. A bold move, considering the candidate will not be legally allowed to interact with the organization.
- Marco-mentum! Is Rubio rising?
What Sen. Marco Rubio wants to see is enough of a boost from his presidential campaign announcement to put him consistently with Jeb Bush and Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker in the top tier.
- 'Clinton Cash' takes aim at Hillary. Will it hurt her 2016 campaign?
'Clinton Cash: The Untold Story of How and Why Foreign Governments and Businesses Helped Make Bill and Hillary Rich' is the latest salvo aimed at Hillary Rodham Clinton's 2016 presidential campaign.
- Jeb Bush: Is he 2016's Mitt Romney?
In 2012, Mitt Romney was the out-of-touch establishment Republican who sparked a right-wing primary backlash. A New Hampshire GOP event this weekend suggests the storyline could play out again with Jeb Bush.
- One man's last wish, 'Don't vote for Hillary Clinton.' Will it matter?
The obituary for Larry Darrell Upright asks mourners not to vote for Hillary Clinton. How important is candidate popularity to the outcome of a presidential election?
- Martin O'Malley attacks Hillary Clinton! Uh, really?
Progressives saw O’Malley’s jab about Clinton changing her mind on gay marriage and immigration as a reminder to not take their votes for granted. Conservatives welcomed the comparison of Clinton as the 'Democratic Party's Mitt Romney.'
- Whatever happened to the big, bad federal deficit?
Spending is up in Congress and only one likely GOP presidential candidate has mentioned the 'd' word. What happened to the red ink menace?
- Hillary Clinton's 'Scooby' van adventure: Will it swing voters?
The Clinton campaign appears to be out to prove the former secretary of State is 'just folks' with her road trip. Authenticity may matter for antiques, but is it an important qualification for a president?
- Marco and Hillary jump in. Do presidential campaign announcements matter anymore?
The metaphorical starting gun has fired, and 2016 candidates are jostling for position. But let’s get real: Rubio, Clinton, et al have been running for president for some time.
- What the 'Stop Hillary' campaign looks like, so far
As Hillary Clinton launches her 2016 presidential bid, the anti-Hillary movement is shifting into high gear. Å top trend on Twitter: #WhyImNotVotingForHillary
- 2016 spoiler: Could Marco Rubio derail Jeb Bush?
Florida's junior senator hopes to gain momentum early on and carry it to the GOP presidential primary debates that begin this summer.
- Can Rand Paul recover from his rocky presidential campaign roll-out?
Senator Rand Paul launched his presidential campaign this week, but he’s hit a couple of speed bumps since then as opponents and the press dig into his policies and presentation.
- Why Millennials don’t want to run for political office
Millennials are generally tuning out national politics, according to multiple studies. But that doesn't mean they aren't engaged.
- 10 things you may not know about Hillary Rodham Clinton
On Sunday, Hillary Rodham Clinton is to formally announce her candidacy for the presidency. Critics and competitors will be zeroing in on her political record. Here are some lesser-known things about her.
- Michelle Obama upstages Easter bunny with 'Uptown Funk' dance
Michelle Obama showed off her boogie bonafides by upstaging both the president and the Easter bunny at Monday's White House Easter Egg Roll.
- Is Jeb Bush Hispanic? Yes, according to 2009 voter-registration application.
Presidential hopeful Jeb Bush may have made a mistake claiming Hispanic heritage on a voter-registration form. But even Univision might forgive the slip-up.
- Swing state voters support legal pot: What does that mean for 2016?
Many advocates and observers say marijuana legalization will be a key issue in the 2016 presidential race.
- Indiana, Arkansas, and other 'religious freedom' laws: Trouble for the GOP
The governors of Indiana and Arkansas had to act quickly to stem the backlash against 'religious freedom' laws. Former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger says too many fellow Republicans are 'fighting for laws that fly in the face of equality and freedom.'