Politics
President Romney and the Republican Congress
Apr 19, 2012If he wins, his party will probably control both houses.
Arizona Asks the Court Not to Trust the Feds
Apr 19, 2012In state immigration law, local authorities offer to “help” the federal government by taking over its job.
Mitt Romney Passes the Competence Test
Apr 19, 2012Voters trust that the former Massachusetts governor could get things done in the White House.
Why More Democrats Aren't Coming Out for Marriage Equality
Apr 18, 2012A crude cost-benefit analysis of the issue and its support on the campaign trail
Relax, Ladies! The Texas GOP Has Your Back
Apr 18, 2012After doing their best to dismantle the Women's Health Program—and losing federal funding in the process—the state's Republicans promise they'll find the money somehow.
Does Congress Even Need to Pass a Budget?
Apr 18, 2012The last time the U.S. passed a real budget was in 1997. Does this mean we don't need one?
Spain's Fiscal Fanaticism
Apr 18, 2012The country's newly elected conservative government is pursuing austerity with zeal.
Try Not to Get So Excited Boehner
Apr 17, 2012The Republican Speaker offers the latest weak endorsement of Mitt Romney.
Bush-Appointed Judge Does the Full Lochner
Apr 17, 2012In order to argue against the Affordable Care Act, one has to disavow the entire modern welfare state.
ALEC Gives In, But There's No Reason to Celebrate
Apr 17, 2012The shadowy group of legislators and corporations has disbanded its Public Safety and Elections Task Force. But that's no reason to stop the pressure.
