The Most Dangerous Democrat in Iowa
As state auditor—and his party’s only elected politician in statewide office—Rob Sand is in the Republicans’ sights. But his eyes are on higher things.
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Why Biden Caved
The president said he would not negotiate with Republicans on the debt ceiling. But that’s exactly what he’s now doing.
A Bouncy, Fresh Brand of Trumpism
Vivek Ramaswamy has burst into the Republican primary race with ultra-Trumpy politics and super-tall hair.
The Abortion Absolutist
Warren Hern has been performing late abortions for half a century. After Roe, he is as busy with patients as ever.
Entirely Unrepentant
In an unhinged town hall, Donald Trump repeated familiar lies and tested new talking points.
The Book-Bans Debate Has Finally Reached a Turning Point
Potentially the most consequential shift has come from the Biden administration.
This Debt Crisis Is Not Like 2011’s. It’s Worse.
Former House Majority Leader Eric Cantor would know.
The Kyrsten Sinema Theory of American Politics
The Arizona senator attempts to explain herself.
Nikki Haley’s Dilemma Is Also the Republicans’ Problem
If the former ambassador is having trouble figuring out a position that pleases both anti-abortion partisans and ordinary voters, so are her GOP rivals.
Joe Biden Isn’t Popular. That Might Not Matter in 2024.
“They hate the other guy.”