Mitch McConnell’s Worst Political Miscalculation
January 6 was a moment of clarity for the Republican Senate leader about the threat of Donald Trump. It didn’t last.
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Blue States Gave Trump and Vance an Opening
How housing scarcity fuels the illiberal right
The Charisma-vs.-Charm Election
The sociologist Julia Sonnevend distinguishes between two kinds of performance that matter in public life.
Trump Is Being Very Honest About One Thing
Of course he will fire the special prosecutor investigating him if he’s reelected.
Trump: «Necesito el tipo de generales que tuvo Hitler»
La obsesión del candidato republicano con los dictadores y su desdén hacia los militares estadounidenses son cada vez mayores.
The Democrats’ Hail Mary
Can Liz Cheney’s effort to reach Republican-leaning voters who don’t like Trump really help Harris win?
‘There’s People That Are Absolutely Ready to Take on a Civil War’
What will happen if Donald Trump loses the election?
The Swing States Are in Good Hands
The places most crucial to the election have leaders who are committed to a fair process.
This Election Is No West Wing Reunion
Martin Sheen is doing his very best to pep up stressed-out Democrats.
Why Are We Humoring Them?
When Donald Trump and Elon Musk can turn death threats into punch lines, the joke is on the rest of us—and that’s the point.