Topic: Jack Kemp

20 most obscure team nicknames in pro sports

Most pro team nicknames make sense at some level. But there are a fair number of head-scratching nicknames. Here are 20 with explanations on their selection:

14 Republicans who might run in 2016

The GOP has a history of nominating people who have run before, which could give heart to some familiar faces. But there’s also a crop of young rising stars who could steal the show.

Opinion: 'Fiscal cliff' or not, tax reform is easier said than done

As part of any deal on the 'fiscal cliff,' Congress will likely take up comprehensive tax reform. That's a worthy goal, but it will involve more political and economic pain than most would like to admit. Every line in the tax code has its own constituency and rationale.

Tax VOX Resurrecting the Ryan budget

While the Romney camp is sure to argue their candidate's fiscal policy is of his own making, his new running mate Paul Ryan’s more comprehensive and controversial plans will likely be a major campaign issue.

Chapter & Verse Paul Ryan does an about-face on Ayn Rand

Republican vice-presidential nominee Paul Ryan once credited Rand as the reason he entered public service, but now says, 'I reject her philosophy.'

Things you probably didn’t know about Paul Ryan

Republican vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan is a 'gym rat' who considered becoming a pro skier before turning to politics. He's a budget hawk and strongly antiabortion, but he's gone against the GOP on some issues. And what about his job driving the Wienermobile?

Paul Ryan: bold, risky pick for Romney VP (+video)

Conservatives applaud Rep. Paul Ryan as the intellectual leader of the Republican Party. Liberals see Ryan as an ideologue who would destroy the nation’s social safety net.

What are your politics?

A Christian Science perspective: An 'ex-political junkie' provides some spiritual insight on issues surrounding Super Tuesday in the United States.

Will Rick Perry join the presidential race?

Supporters are urging Texas Gov. Rick Perry to seek the GOP nomination for the 2012 presidential race. He's fueled speculation by making high-profile appearances around the country.

Paul Ryan still doesn't get it

Are Democrats really using scare tactics to get senior citizens to be wary of Republican Medicare plans?

N.Y. race heats up: Democrats test message on GOP plan to 'end Medicare'

In a special congressional election for New York's solidly Republican 26th District, the Democrat says her GOP foe would back Paul Ryan's plan to 'end Medicare.' The parties are taking notice.

State of the Union 2011: Who is Paul Ryan?

Rep. Paul Ryan has been chosen to give the Republican response to President Obama's State of the Union address. Why did Republicans choose this seven-term Congressman from Wisconsin?

Opinion: Is World Cup soccer socialist?

No, and Americans -- especially conservatives -- should embrace soccer as a democratic and meritocratic game.

Glenn Beck's 'demagoguery' threatening Republican party, says veteran GOP lawmaker

Glenn Beck and other pundits are endangering the GOP's long-term credibility, said South Carolina Rep. Bob Inglis, who lost in a landslide in a June 22 Republican primary runoff.

Schilling as senator? Don't count on it.

Canada: Buffalo Bills look north

Jack Kemp, football star and politician, dies

Specter: Reagan's GOP is gone

On Sunday talk shows, he says the 'big tent' party of Reagan and the late Jack Kemp has been replaced by rigid conservatism.

Despite Steele’s rough start, many in GOP optimistic

The new party chair has been mired in internal feuds, but expectations for next elections are building.

Sarah Palin: Is she ready to lead?

Will Obama be texting Evan Bayh soon?

Romney out: Will conservatives move to McCain?

The house that Reagan built shows cracks, as the far right chafes at McCain as GOP standard-bearer.