Political Figures

Hillary Clinton’s Ethical Challenge

Hillary Clinton’s Ethical Challenge Hillary Clinton’s Ethical Challenge

Let’s stipulate that the Clintons haven’t ever done anything unethical. They have to make sure the public believes that, too.

Jun 9, 2015 / Stephen Gillers

Who Said It, Henry Kissinger or…?

Who Said It, Henry Kissinger or…? Who Said It, Henry Kissinger or…?

The former secretary of state continues to construct his own reality.

Jun 9, 2015 / Blog / Greg Grandin

‘Run Warren Run’ Is Over. What Did It Accomplish?

‘Run Warren Run’ Is Over. What Did It Accomplish? ‘Run Warren Run’ Is Over. What Did It Accomplish?

Elizabeth Warren isn’t running for president. But did the group truly fail?

Jun 3, 2015 / Blog / George Zornick

More Debates Are Good for Bernie Sanders, Martin O’Malley, Lincoln Chafee—and Hillary Clinton

More Debates Are Good for Bernie Sanders, Martin O’Malley, Lincoln Chafee—and Hillary Clinton More Debates Are Good for Bernie Sanders, Martin O’Malley, Lincoln Chafee—and Hillary Clinton

With new contenders, the DNC’s plan for just six debates is inadequate.

Jun 2, 2015 / Editorial / John Nichols

Martin O’Malley Announces Martin O’Malley Announces

So Martin O’Malley will no longer dally. He says he will sally right into that valley Where Hillary Clinton assuredly strides. Emboldened, O’Malley believes he can rally Enough troops to tally a winning finale And vanquish Ms. Clinton—and Bernie besides.

Jun 2, 2015 / Column / Calvin Trillin

How Obama Went From Being a Peace Candidate to a War President

How Obama Went From Being a Peace Candidate to a War President How Obama Went From Being a Peace Candidate to a War President

Critics call him timid, but the president’s foreign policy has often been too aggressive—even at the risk of our long-term national interests.

Jun 2, 2015 / Feature / Sherle R. Schwenninger

What Kind of Mayor Was Bernie Sanders?

What Kind of Mayor Was Bernie Sanders? What Kind of Mayor Was Bernie Sanders?

In his eight years as mayor of Burlington, Vermont, Bernie Sanders revitalized the economy and solidified support for progressive municipal policies.

Jun 2, 2015 / Peter Dreier and Pierre Clavel

Why a Democratic Insurgency Is ‘Whupping’ Obama on Trade

Why a Democratic Insurgency Is ‘Whupping’ Obama on Trade Why a Democratic Insurgency Is ‘Whupping’ Obama on Trade

His progressive critics have been studying trade deals for two decades—and they know what they’re talking about.

May 27, 2015 / Editorial / John Nichols

Bernie Sanders Has a Plan: Tax Wall Street and Make College Free

Bernie Sanders Has a Plan: Tax Wall Street and Make College Free Bernie Sanders Has a Plan: Tax Wall Street and Make College Free

A Robin Hood Tax on financial transactions could make higher education available for all.

May 19, 2015 / Blog / John Nichols

The GOP Still Doesn’t Get It on Iraq

The GOP Still Doesn’t Get It on Iraq The GOP Still Doesn’t Get It on Iraq

For many 2016 GOP hopefuls, when it comes to Iraq, time does not equal wisdom.

May 19, 2015 / Blog / Katrina vanden Heuvel

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