Politics

Will Britain’s Libor Scandal Finally Force Real Bank Reform in the US?

Will Britain’s Libor Scandal Finally Force Real Bank Reform in the US? Will Britain’s Libor Scandal Finally Force Real Bank Reform in the US?

The head of the Bank of England now says bankers’ lies about interest rates “meet my definition of fraud.” Will US officials finally crack down?

Jul 17, 2012 / Blog / John Nichols

The Incredible Thinness of John McCain’s Opposition to the Disclose Act The Incredible Thinness of John McCain’s Opposition to the Disclose Act

Why can't the maverick from Arizona clearly explain why he opposes the latest campaign finance reform?

Jul 17, 2012 / Blog / George Zornick

How Mitt Romney’s Father Would Have Left Bain Capital How Mitt Romney’s Father Would Have Left Bain Capital

George Romney’s record as a businessman and politician show just how different Mitt’s approach to public service really is.

Jul 16, 2012 / Blog / Lee Fang

Katrina vanden Heuvel: Fighting Back in the Age of the Super PACs Katrina vanden Heuvel: Fighting Back in the Age of the Super PACs

In an election landscape where corporate power is virtually unchecked, some local governments are taking matters into their own hands.

Jul 16, 2012 / Nation in the News / Press Room

Republicans Poised to Block Campaign Finance Disclosure Bill Republicans Poised to Block Campaign Finance Disclosure Bill

 Republicans are likely to kill an important bill that would shine light on dark money in federal elections. 

Jul 16, 2012 / Blog / George Zornick

How Do Attacks on Bain Go Over With Wealthy Democrats? How Do Attacks on Bain Go Over With Wealthy Democrats?

With a pitch-perfect emblem of guilded-age greed as his opponent, and private equity in the spotlight, why isn't Obama much farther ahead in the polls?

Jul 16, 2012 / Blog / Chris Hayes

Romney Still Reaps Huge Profits From Bain’s Vulture Capitalism Romney Still Reaps Huge Profits From Bain’s Vulture Capitalism

Forget the silly debate about when Mitt handed over control of Bain. By his own arrangement, he never really left.

Jul 16, 2012 / Blog / John Nichols

GOP Veep: Why It Won’t Be Condi, Christie or Daniels GOP Veep: Why It Won’t Be Condi, Christie or Daniels

The reaction on the right to the possibility of Condoleeza Rice as Romney’s running mate sent Mitt a clear message.  

Jul 16, 2012 / Blog / Ben Adler

Dear Mr. Romney, I Want More Free Stuff From the Government Dear Mr. Romney, I Want More Free Stuff From the Government

A reason to “go vote for the other guy.”

Jul 14, 2012 / Blog / Jon Wiener

This Week: What’s Next for Healthcare? PLUS: The GOP’s 2012 ‘Twin Pillar’ Strategy This Week: What’s Next for Healthcare? PLUS: The GOP’s 2012 ‘Twin Pillar’ Strategy

This week in print, we look at what’s next in the battle for healthcare. Plus, Ari Berman is front and center on the GOP's war on voting, and George Zornick reveals how Romne...

Jul 14, 2012 / Blog / Katrina vanden Heuvel

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