Political Figures

Cuomo v. Schneiderman: Will the JPMorgan Settlement Actually Help New York’s Homeowners?

Cuomo v. Schneiderman: Will the JPMorgan Settlement Actually Help New York’s Homeowners? Cuomo v. Schneiderman: Will the JPMorgan Settlement Actually Help New York’s Homeowners?

Not if Andrew Cuomo succeeds in diverting the money into the state’s general fund. 

Jan 17, 2014 / Blog / George Zornick

Beyond the NSA: What About Big Data Abuse by Corporations, Politicians?

Beyond the NSA: What About Big Data Abuse by Corporations, Politicians? Beyond the NSA: What About Big Data Abuse by Corporations, Politicians?

Obama is right to address concerns about intelligence gathering. But that's not enough to restore privacy protection.

Jan 17, 2014 / Blog / John Nichols

Here’s What Obama Said in His NSA Speech Today

Here’s What Obama Said in His NSA Speech Today Here’s What Obama Said in His NSA Speech Today

A transcript of the president's speech on national security and intelligence reforms

Jan 17, 2014 / Blog / Steven Hsieh

Christie’s Jam Is Also the GOP’s

Christie’s Jam Is Also the GOP’s Christie’s Jam Is Also the GOP’s

He’s not the only Republican governor who has abused his office to destroy political enemies.

Jan 15, 2014 / Editorial / John Nichols

Christie: A Bully’s Bully

Christie: A Bully’s Bully Christie: A Bully’s Bully

Oh, how we love those Republican “straight-shooters.”

Jan 14, 2014 / Column / Katha Pollitt

Fort Lee Jam Fort Lee Jam

Chris Christie insists he knew nothing at all Re jams at the bridge lanes. Well, maybe. But, now, those commuters are smiling. They say, “So who’s in a bigger jam, baby?”

Jan 14, 2014 / Column / Calvin Trillin

Did Chris Christie Use Sandy Relief Money for Political Gain?

Did Chris Christie Use Sandy Relief Money for Political Gain? Did Chris Christie Use Sandy Relief Money for Political Gain?

Less than a week after the “Bridgegate” scandal exploded, federal officials are now probing Chris Christie’s use of funds allocated for Sandy relief.

Jan 13, 2014 / Blog / Steven Hsieh

De Blasio Inauguration: The Cautionary Clinton Tale

De Blasio Inauguration: The Cautionary Clinton Tale De Blasio Inauguration: The Cautionary Clinton Tale

Everybody loves the former president. But he was no De Blasio Democrat.

Jan 2, 2014 / Blog / Jarrett Murphy

De Blasio’s Managerial Inspiration: Mike Bloomberg? De Blasio’s Managerial Inspiration: Mike Bloomberg?

Forget what the talking heads tell you: our current mayor was often a lot more, and often a lot less, than just a manager.

Dec 29, 2013 / Blog / Jarrett Murphy

Holiday in Austerity Land: 1.3 Million Americans Lose Jobless Benefits

Holiday in Austerity Land: 1.3 Million Americans Lose Jobless Benefits Holiday in Austerity Land: 1.3 Million Americans Lose Jobless Benefits

Paul Ryan had his way with the budget deal. And the economic pain is just beginning.

Dec 28, 2013 / Blog / John Nichols

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