August 26, 2024, 6:01am Columns
The Democratic National Convention was a lively dance party featuring the usual lineup of partisan speakers. One of the most moving speeches, however, was a quiet address by Stephanie Grisham. Trump’s former White House press secretary, Grisham made headlines by abruptly resigning on Jan. 6, 2021, after her boss refused… Read story
August 24, 2024, 6:02am Columns
Throughout the long, strange trip that is Donald Trump’s political career, one of the more perplexing aspects has been the notion of populism. Read story
August 24, 2024, 6:01am Columns
Anyone who has gone fishing, caught one and had it wiggle out of their hands, knows that while a fish is flopping around searching for a way back to the water, there is no predicting exactly where it will land or on which side will be up once it does. Read story
August 24, 2024, 6:01am Columns
It was that kind of night. The Obama Magic was on prime display. Read story
August 24, 2024, 6:01am Columns
Voters in Washington should not be fooled by former President Donald Trump’s and running mate JD Vance’s attempts to downplay their connection to the 900-plus page Project 2025. It’s more than a proposal or even a plan. The name says it all: Project 2025 Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise. Read story
August 24, 2024, 6:01am Columns
Once again, we are seeing how female nominees create excitement in presidential politics. But in the past, it’s mostly worn off by Election Day. Read story
August 23, 2024, 6:01am Columns
Here’s some exciting news. I guess. Read story
August 22, 2024, 6:01am Columns
Joe Biden’s decision to leave the Democratic National Convention right after opening night makes sense. Being president is a full-time job, and he has to get back to the office. Read story
August 21, 2024, 6:01am Columns
With the Democratic National Convention occupying much of the news universe this week, anyone paying attention is bound to hear a proclamation that this November’s election is the most important in years. Read story
August 20, 2024, 6:01am Columns
Recent news, easily missed amid headlines about presidential campaign drama, natural disasters and Olympic gold, has been a somber reminder for those who caught it: As the 23rd anniversary of 9/11 approaches, Americans still don’t have a full accounting of the role a supposed U.S. ally, Saudi Arabia, played in… Read story