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Democrats raise more than the GOP for US Senate races: Big deal?Right now this campaign season, Democrats have $6 million more cash on hand than Republicans do for US Senate races. But they also have more vulnerable Senate seats to defend.
'Kissing congressman' Vance McAllister: Will voters forgive transgression?Allegations that married Rep. Vance McAllister was kissing a staffer coincided with release of a poll that showed many voters are forgiving of adultery. But the particulars of this case might matter.
Colbert says Jeb Bush White House hope 'over.' Joke or true?Jeb Bush's 'act of love' comment on illegal immigration was instant grist for the Colbert humor mill, but the GOP conservative backlash signals that it could also be a showstopper for 2016.
Joe Biden returns to Twitter. Democrats' 2014 secret weapon?Democrats facing a tough midterm election need someone to fire up the base. Joe Biden, on Twitter and on the trail, can be good at that. But there's a bigger social media powerhouse out there.
Immigration reform 'love': Did Jeb Bush comment change shape of 2016 race?Jeb Bush's defense of immigration reform is already changing the race, whether or not he opts to try a Bush three-peat in 2016. He's flushed a highly divisive issue out into the open.
David Ortiz might have ended the presidential selfie, White House aide saysA White House aide says that President Obama was not pleased at having his selfie with Boston Red Sox hitter David Ortiz used in a Samsung marketing campaign. It might be the 'end of all selfies.'
- Obama-Ortiz selfie: Is White House really that mad?
The White House has objected to a Samsung division putting the now-iconic photo of President Obama and Red Sox slugger David Ortiz up on social media.
George W. Bush unveils his paintings of world leaders. Who looks best?George W. Bush's portraits of world leaders get a big rollout on NBC on Friday, ahead of exhibition in Dallas. Subjects include Britain's Tony Blair, Russia's Vladimir Putin, Afghanistan's Hamid Karzai. None is Bush's favorite.
Bill Clinton talks aliens with Jimmy Kimmel. And what else?In a surprise move, the 42nd president of the United States took to discussing aliens with Jimmy Kimmel. As president, Bill Clinton ordered aides to investigate the rumors. But did he stop there?
Did David Ortiz dupe President Obama on selfie?Red Sox slugger David Ortiz took a selfie with President Obama Tuesday when the World Series champs visited the White House. Turns out, he was doing it for Samsung.
Ted Cruz book contract: Is he worth that much cash?Ted Cruz book contract, reported to be $1.5 million, is a big advance to give a political figure who does not have much name recognition – not yet, anyway. Here's why the publisher's gamble may pay off.
Jeb Bush: Is GOP elite drafting him for 2016?Jeb Bush appears to be faring well in Republicans' so-called 'invisible primary,' amid growing concerns among big party donors and establishment officials about Chris Christie and Rand Paul.
Is Obama doing enough to help Democrats for Election 2014?Fundraising alone won't be enough for the congressional midterm elections, says the House's No. 3 Democrat. Obama's help turning out the vote will be key for the party, Rep. Jim Clyburn suggests.
Young voters more Democratic? That's not the whole story.Voters age 18 to 29 are increasingly aligned with the Democratic Party, a new Gallup poll says. While the GOP expects gains in the coming midterms, strategists are concerned for the long term.
Michelle Obama in China: first ladies and panda diplomacyFirst lady Michelle Obama and her daughters got to feed pandas at a giant panda breeding center in Chengdu. How did the animals get their (adorable) role in US-China relations?
Joe Biden's in New Hampshire! But would a 2016 bid be doomed?Biden said he was in New Hampshire to promote White House economic policies, not a 2016 candidacy. Right. History suggests, however, that as VP for a two-term president, he has an uphill battle.
Democrats slam Nate Silver. Why the pushback against polling whiz?Nate Silver is now saying the GOP is a 'slight' favorite to win control of the Senate in the November elections. At least one Democratic official fired back Monday with his own arguments.
Rand Paul wows Berkeley. Can his anti-NSA fire draw youths to GOP?Rand Paul got a standing ovation after his address at a crowded Berkeley auditorium. His camp hopes that as an issue for young people, Paul's NSA-bashing will top GOP opposition to gay marriage.
No, White House pastry chef didn't quit because Michelle Obama is anti-creamSome of the headlines announcing the departure of the White House pastry chef have given the impression that Bill Yosses is tired of Michelle Obama forcing him to cook healthy food.
Rand Paul 2016: Front-runner or overrated?Sen. Rand Paul has won several recent straw polls and surveys, and his brand of libertarianism seems to be on the rise in his party. But anointing him the early GOP front-runner for 2016 may be going too far.
