Donald Trump and the Return of Seditious Libel
For the first time since at least Richard Nixon, the leader of one of our major political parties…
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The Creeping Tyranny of ‘Designated Survivor’
Kiefer Sutherland returns for another round of neoconservative revenge fantasy. By Jared Keller Designated Survivor. (Photo: ABC) In 1862,…
Hacking Democracy
The voting system we have in place now does not inspire a great deal of confidence in the…
Is Trump’s Ostentatious Lifestyle Part of His Appeal?
A political scientist compares the Donald to the Great Gatsby. By Tom Jacobs From left: Leonardo DiCaprio as…
Do Vice Presidential Debates Matter?
Not usually—but this one might. By Jared Keller Mike Pence (left) and Tim Kaine. (Photo: Mandel Ngan, Saul…
How Personal Politics Enter Your Doctor’s Office
A new survey connects doctors’ political views to their opinions on issues like marijuana use and abortion. By…
Donald Trump’s Ace in the Hole
The Republican nominee’s campaign hasn’t spent much on advertising this election cycle, but that could be coming. By…
How Will JASTA Affect America’s Relationship With Saudi Arabia?
The first veto override of the Obama presidency indicates that Congress is willing to challenge the White House…
What’s Missing in Trump’s Tweets
An analysis reveals the unique challenges faced by female candidates. By Tom Jacobs Donald Trump. (Photo: Jewel Samad/AFP/Getty…
Italy Has Its Own Donald Trump-Style Movement
Inside the populist movement that is threatening an Italian Brexit. By Darren Loucaides Beppe Grillo of Italy’s Five…