All Politics
Congress takes first step to avert a government shutdownCongress's failure to pass FY 2013 spending bills set up a stark choice for conservatives: Punt the unfinished spending bills to a new Congress or face an even more daunting 'fiscal cliff' in a lame-duck session this year.
Why do Election 2012 swing states matter? 5 resources to explain. Looking for better analysis on swing states? D.C. Decoder has compiled a list of excellent resources to help you understand the impact swing states really have.
Egypt embassy protests: Will Mitt Romney's comments matter in November?Gaffes spoken in haste on the campaign trail can fade. But an inaccurate statement, geared for political advantage at a time of national crisis, could have a longer impact on the presidential race.
On one issue, most Americans agree: They think President Obama will winNational polls show President Obama holds just a slight lead over Mitt Romney – but far more Americans say they believe the president will be the ultimate victor in November.
Obama's health-care law saved Americans $2.1 billion: Is it working?A government report shows that rules in Obama's health-care law saved consumers $2.1 billion in premiums last year. It shows that states are using the law to their advantage, experts say.
Facebook gets results? 2010 vote experiment worked, scientists say.More than 61 million Facebook users unknowingly participated in the study, which sought to measure the ability of online social networks to catalyze actions in the real world.
California a political model? Golden State has most competitive elections.Known for gridlock and dysfunction, California has the most competitive elections, according to a new survey. It's the result of state political reforms that are now taking effect.
Good news for Romney? Obama ramps up ad buys in WisconsinFour years after winning Wisconsin by 14 points, the Obama campaign's decision to run ads there underscores how competitive the Badger State has become.
Iran redux? Could killing of US ambassador sway presidential race?The killing of Chris Stevens, the US ambassador to Libya, is a stark reminder of the difficulties of US policy in a troubled region – and how events can intrude on a presidential campaign.
Why campaign 2012 didn't really stop on 9/11Sept. 11 is a day of remembrance, but it's also a day closer to a fiercely contested presidential election, and the campaign – via Internet, mail, even speeches – is hard to turn off.
Why Obama wants Chicago teachers strike to go away – fastThe Chicago teachers strike, which exposes a Democratic Party rift between support for unions and for the education reforms backed by Obama, could hardly come at a worse time for the president.
Romney 9/11 speech: Chance to make up for convention omission?Romney addresses the National Guard convention Tuesday, amid lingering criticism over his decision not to mention Afghanistan or thank the troops in his address at the GOP convention.
Monitor BreakfastNancy Pelosi: We're not ceding one grain of sand to RepublicansHouse Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi says her party can gain the 25 seats it needs to retake the House in November, but that it will be an intense, grass-roots fight.
President Obama's convention 'bounce': Is it already starting to fade?Polls suggested that President Obama got a bigger surge in support after his convention than did Mitt Romney. But some new polls show that the bounce is coming back to earth.
Did Mitt Romney misrepresent his health-care proposals on 'Meet the Press'?On 'Meet the Press,' Mitt Romney said one part of Obamacare he'd like to preserve is coverage for those with preexisting conditions. But 'continuous coverage' is key, his campaign stated later.
Obama vs. Romney 101: 5 ways they differ on debt and deficits President Obama and Mitt Romney offer sharply different views on how to get the nation back on a sustainable fiscal path. Here are five ways they differ on policies to cope with a soaring debt.
Why Obama beat Romney in fundraising for first time since AprilBoth campaigns raised record sums in August, but Team Obama came out on top. The secret weapon: lots and lots of small donations.
- Why Obama beat Romney in fundraising for first time since April
Both campaigns raised record sums in August, but Team Obama came out on top. The secret weapon: lots and lots of small donations.
Obama gets convention 'bounce': Should Mitt Romney be worried?Monday's polls give President Obama a 5 point lead over Mitt Romney after national conventions, but Romney pollsters say the state of the economy will be decisive in November's vote.
Obama vs. Romney 101: 4 ways they compare on gun control A spate of gun violence has beset the United States ahead of the November election, raising the perennial question about how effectively America regulates its 300 million-plus guns. Yet neither presidential candidate is likely to hoist his own complicated record as a rallying cry.
