If Barack Obama sounds cautious when he talks about issues of racial justice, it’s because he really doesn’t have much of a choice.
Why Do Republicans Suddenly Sound like Democrats?
The improving economy has put the Republican Party in a tough position for 2016, hence why people like Jeb Bush sound like Democrats these days.
What’s The Deal With Republicans And Vaccines?
There is no evidence that childhood vaccinations cause autism or other mental health problems in children. So why are Republicans saying otherwise?
Does Polling For 2016 Even Matter Right Now?
Forget the hype, polls about the 2016 presidential race are basically useless right now.
The Obama Popularity Surge
Barack Obama is hardly the nation’s most popular president, but his approval rating is on the up and up.
There Will Never Be A Republican Alternative To Obamacare
Republicans clearly don’t like the President’s landmark health care law, but they aren’t going to come up with anything to replace it with any time soon.
Mitt Romney Is No Ronald Reagan
Romney’s third run for the presidency bears little resemblance to The Gipper’s three.
How Will History Treat Obama?
In all likelihood, history will treat Obama pretty well.
Americans Aren’t Becoming More Politically Independent
The recent Gallup poll saying more Americans identify themselves as political independent doesn’t mean much.
We Don’t Need New Blood In Congress
Structural factors, not a lack of “new blood”, is what’s driving American politics right now.
Will There Be Criminal Justice Reform in 2015?
It may be desperately needed, but the structural realities mean that it’s unlikely that we’ll get major reform in 2015.
Five New Year’s Resolutions For The Political Media
Forget losing weight, let’s try and get the political media to do a better job in 2015.
Obama’s ISIS Strategy Is Working
President Obama has taken a lot of criticism over the rise of ISIS this year, but in actuality the group is falling apart.
Ben Carson Will Never Be President
The political exploits of Ben Carson may be interesting to follow, but he’s never going to win the Republican nomination for the presidency.
Barack Obama Is A Very Important President
You can agree or disagree with his agenda, but it’s pretty clear Barack Obama is having a huge impact on America.
Polls For 2016 Don’t Matter Yet
Yes the race to see who will succeed Obama in the White House is in full swing, but polls don’t really tell us anything at this point.