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The Kansas Senate race is just getting weirderFirst, Democrat Chad Taylor bows out of the race, boosting prospects for independent Greg Orman. Then, the GOP secretary of state determined that Taylor's name must stay on the ballot. The outcome could swing control of the Senate.
Has Obama institutionalized Bush’s worst?Many expected that President Obama would dismantle President Bush's war on terror and the assault on civil liberties at home in its name. But the terrorist threat still loomed and public pressure to protect the homeland remained. So did the dark precedents.
What surprise can voters expect this October?The 'October surprise' has been a fixture of US campaign seasons. It's just about time for that even-year big event that will change the mood of the country or, at least, get the right voters to the polls.
- Hillary Clinton says she'll decide on 2016 around January 1. Maybe.
What’s she really saying with today’s 'announcement' is that sometime next year she might surprise everyone and say she’s dropping out of a pre-presidential contest she’s already engaged in.
Jobs report: not necessarily a job-killer for Democrats facing votersUS job growth fell short of expectations just two months away from an election. But it's not likely to be fatal for Democrats. The economy is still a top priority for voters, but not at the previous level of intensity.
Why is Bill Clinton campaigning for Charlie Crist in Florida? Four reasons.In 1998, Charlie Crist called on President Clinton to resign. Now a Democrat, Crist needs his help to regain the Florida governorship. Clinton has plenty of reasons to oblige in Miami Friday night.
Was Bob McDonnell convicted for politics as usual?Former Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell accepted lavish gifts from a businessman, but it's not so clear what the businessman got in return. Politicians elsewhere may want to reconsider what has been viewed as politics as usual.
Once rising GOP star hits bottom, former Va. governor convicted of corruptionFormer Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell was mentioned as a possible vice presidential selection in 2012.
Democrat drops out of Kansas Senate race, which may help DemocratsAfter a bruising battle with a tea party primary rival, GOP Sen. Pat Roberts looked set to hold his seat. But the momentum now appears to be with Independent Greg Orman, who is backed by Democrats and disaffected Republicans.
Why a Republican Senate takeover looks so shaky: Is it the GOP or the models?Top election forecast models put Democratic chances at keeping their Senate majority at from 33 percent to 56 percent. But don't place too much stock in such variations. Take a look under the hood of the models.
Kansas shakeup could ruin GOP Senate takeoverThe Democrat has suddenly quit the race, leaving Sen. Pat Roberts (R) to face Greg Orman, a well-funded independent. The Orman factor adds new uncertainty.
Have Islamic State atrocities turned Rand Paul into a hawk?The junior GOP senator from Kentucky, long known for anti-interventionist views, has blasted the Obama administration for inaction in the wake of atrocities carried out by the brutal Islamic State.
Obama, FDR, and the summer of pundits’ disconnectPresidents may understand the consequences of acting – and not acting – better than their advisers. Consider FDR's tussles with his Cabinet over a response to Hitler in the summer of 1941.
Klein, Kristof, and how political science 'conquered Washington'Journalists are taking a second look at how political scientists view American politics. One reason: the data on national elections and congressional votes is rich and accessible.
Playing politics with Ferguson: Will it work for Democrats in midterms?The 1968 race riots helped to recast the politics of the country. But what happened in Ferguson was not a partisan issue, and it won't be fixed by helping Democrats keep control of the Senate.
What if Republicans take over the Senate?If Republicans control both houses of Congress, gridlock might only worsen. But it's possible GOP leaders and Obama find a way to deal. Republican senators are already working on an agenda for 2015.
Michigan Senate race: Can outsider millions make climate change an issue?Outside groups backed by the Koch brothers on the right and environmentalist billionaire Tom Steyer on the left are pumping millions into a race that tests whether climate issues can play well for Democrats in moderate states.
Joe Biden vows to chase Islamic State to 'gates of hell.' Does he mean it?Joe Biden on Wednesday delivered an emotional response to the beheading of two US journalists by the brutal group Islamic State, saying that the US will follow those responsible 'to the gates of hell' in the name of justice.
Glenn Beck says Hillary Clinton will win in 2016. Why?Glenn Beck, the former Fox News media celebrity, says Hillary Clinton will successfully invoke the economic golden days of her husband's presidency.
Islamic State 101: What the US is doing to counter the threat Pentagon officials have a mantra when it comes to taking on the Islamic State, also known as ISIS and ISIL: The US military may be able to use American weapons to blunt the advance of IS, but any lasting change will have to come through political reform.
