Election 2012

Obama Enjoys the ‘John Roberts Bump’ Obama Enjoys the ‘John Roberts Bump’

The chief justice has handed a credibility boost—and some generous poll numbers—to the president.

Jul 3, 2012 / Blog / John Nichols

Gary Younge: Do Republican Voters Even Like Romney?

Gary Younge: Do Republican Voters Even Like Romney? Gary Younge: Do Republican Voters Even Like Romney?

Lukewarm endorsements and lackluster enthusiasm are making Romney's November odds look slimmer than ever.

Jul 3, 2012 / Video / Francis Reynolds

What’s in Romney’s Offshore Accounts?

What’s in Romney’s Offshore Accounts? What’s in Romney’s Offshore Accounts?

Why has Mitt opened foreign bank accounts, and why is he still being paid by Bain Capital?

Jul 3, 2012 / Blog / Ben Adler

Romney Adviser Contradicts a GOP Talking Point Romney Adviser Contradicts a GOP Talking Point

If President Obama raised taxes through healthcare reform, so did Mitt Romney. 

Jul 2, 2012 / Blog / Ben Adler

How Many Lawyers Does It Take to Screw an Election? How Many Lawyers Does It Take to Screw an Election?

Minnesota lawmakers claim ignorance over violating ethics in the voter ID suit that stands to discriminate against voters of color.

Jul 2, 2012 / Voting Rights Watch / Aura Bogado and Voting Rights Watch

What Pelosi and the Black Caucus Get About the Next GOP Strategy

What Pelosi and the Black Caucus Get About the Next GOP Strategy What Pelosi and the Black Caucus Get About the Next GOP Strategy

The walkout by CBC members and the House Democratic leader was exactly the right response to the Holder contempt vote. Indeed, it’s a model for future fights.

Jun 29, 2012 / Blog / John Nichols

The Supreme Court Leaves Romney in the Cold The Supreme Court Leaves Romney in the Cold

 Mitt's reaction to today's decision was feeble, and telling.

Jun 28, 2012 / Robert Scheer

Karl Rove Targets Youth With Negative Ads Karl Rove Targets Youth With Negative Ads

The GOP sees no need for positive messaging. Just make them dislike Obama.

Jun 27, 2012 / Blog / Ben Adler

Mitt Romney and the New Gilded Age

Mitt Romney and the New Gilded Age Mitt Romney and the New Gilded Age

Bain Capital is part of a system that enriches Wall Street while impoverishing millions.

Jun 27, 2012 / Feature / Robert B. Reich

Florida to Minorities: Don’t Vote Here

Florida to Minorities: Don’t Vote Here Florida to Minorities: Don’t Vote Here

If GOP lawmakers get their way, voting will become much more difficult in the Sunshine State.

Jun 27, 2012 / Feature / Brentin Mock

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