Patrick Caldwell, Author at The American Prospect

Could Santorum Be the Next Boom?

Picks up major Iowa endorsement, perhaps clearing the way to become the favorite of the religious right

The GOP field gangs up on the former House Speaker.

Newt’s new opposition to Super PACs develops only after his haven’t been as successful as Romney’s

His ideas have drawn attacks from establishment conservatives, but he’s winning plaudits among the evangelical grassroots

Gingrich’s threat to ignore court decisions speaks to conservative Iowans still upset about gay marriage in the state.

The Texas Congressman is on the path to win the caucuses, a possibility that concerns the local GOP.

Rick Santorum might get a boost from the religious right, but it won’t be enough to make him a serious contender for the GOP nomination.

Caucus czar doesn’t favor one candidate, but does rule out Romney and Paul

The Iowa Tea Party leader might endorse the former speaker despite his refusal to sign a values pledge.

In the GOP nomination fight, money trumps morality.