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Playing the IRS card: Six presidents who used the IRS to bash political foes
Since the advent of the federal income tax about a century ago, several presidents – or their zealous underlings – have directed the IRS to use its formidable police powers to harass or punish enemies, political rivals, and administration critics. Here are six infamous episodes.
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Five senators push Obama to do more in Libya
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The Top 10 political quotes of 2010
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The final GOP debate before Iowa: what each candidate needs to do
It’s anybody’s guess who will win the Iowa caucuses. In Thursday’s debate, each candidate has a final chance to impress Iowa Republicans – and the rest of America.
12/15/2011 06:23 pm -
The Vote Herman Cain 'reassessment': What will his voters do if he drops out?
Though Herman Cain has denied the most recent allegations of inappropriate sexual behavior, the claim has prompted him to 'reassess' his campaign. If Cain drops out, where would his voters flock?
11/29/2011 04:34 pm -
The Vote Herman Cain: Is his political career kaput?
Herman Cain is not likely ever to stretch his legs in the Oval Office, except as part of a White House tour group. But that was the case even before Herman Cain became embroiled in allegations of an extramarital affair.
11/29/2011 11:56 am -
Mitt Romney as Regular Joe? Lessons from the Al Gore campaign
Democrats are going after Mitt Romney the same way that Republicans went after Al Gore, says a former Bush White House adviser. What can Mitt Romney learn from history?
10/25/2011 12:54 pm -
The Vote What's Sarah Palin going to say in her big speech on Saturday?
Indications are that Sarah Palin will sound increasingly like a presidential candidate at the Iowa tea party rally, with barbs aimed at both GOP rivals and Obama. But a formal declaration is apparently not in the offing.
09/02/2011 05:31 pm -
Chapter & Verse How to read "Area 51"
Interested in picking up Anne Jacobsen's "Area 51"? Before you do, let me offer some advice.
08/26/2011 01:00 pm -
What lessons will GOP take from losing New York-26 House seat?
Medicare is indeed a perilous issue for Republicans, Tuesday's House race in New York's 26th District showed. But so are third-party candidates and tepid campaigns.
05/25/2011 10:49 am -
Mitt Romney's health-care challenge: Did he pass his own test?
In a much anticipated speech, Mitt Romney tackles head-on the central challenge to his undeclared candidacy. Can he defend his record as governor while attacking Obama on health care?
05/12/2011 08:20 pm -
Five senators push Obama to do more in Libya
While President Obama predicts US forces could disengage from Libya within the week, Senate hawks who pressed for military intervention watch closely to see that the mission's goals are fulfilled. Critics, including conservatives, say they are leading the nation into endless, costly wars. Here’s how the hawks respond – and what they say should happen next.
03/22/2011 08:51 pm -
The Vote Huckabee and Gingrich: Not a great week for GOP presidential candidates
Conservative columnist George Will takes off on Mike Huckabee and Newt Gingrich for their comments about President Obama's upbringing, railing against "careless, delusional, egomaniacal, spotlight-chasing" presidential candidates.
03/05/2011 04:53 pm -
Vox News Why is Glenn Beck freaking out over Egypt and a caliphate?
Fox News commentator Glenn Beck finds in Egypt’s democratic revolution a conspiracy involving left and right. Other conservatives are distancing themselves from Beck’s “delusional ravings.”
02/12/2011 02:06 pm -
Two vulnerable senators, two opposite paths on tea party
Republican Sens. Richard Lugar of Indiana and Orrin Hatch of Utah could face tea party challenges in their 2012 primaries. But while Hatch is embracing the tea party, Lugar is fighting it.
02/09/2011 03:36 pm -
Aftermath of Arizona shooting: More guns in more hands?
Despite gun control efforts in Congress in the wake of the Arizona shooting, it's unlikely that America will see more gun control laws. In fact, the opposite may happen, at least in Arizona.
01/13/2011 05:58 pm -
The Top 10 political quotes of 2010
The “who said what” buzz came in full force this election year through campaign ads, public appearances, and even tweets. But who are the politicians that shocked and zinged the most? Here’s a roundup of the year’s most memorable political quotes.
12/29/2010 02:07 pm -
Vox News Sarah Palin releases 'renegades going rogue' video: Who's in it?
The new video by Sarah Palin's political action committee is a quick-moving montage of Sarah-backed candidates who won Tuesday, lots of flags, a roaring bear, and a glimpse of Sarah Palin herself. Not included: Christine O'Donnell and the other 'mama grizzlies' who lost.
11/04/2010 03:44 pm -
The Vote First Amendment flap: Was Christine O'Donnell touting 'tea party' view?
First Amendment and church-state separation were debated Tuesday between Delaware Senate hopefuls Christine O'Donnell and Chris Coons. Her stance is akin to that of some tea party activists.
10/19/2010 07:39 pm -
Eliot Spitzer, Kathleen Parker aim for ideological center
Eliot Spitzer and Kathleen Parker's audience: the people who would feel more comfortable at Jon Stewart's million moderate march than watching Bill O'Reilly on Fox News Channel or Keith Olbermann on MSNBC.
10/04/2010 12:42 pm -
Vox News Heard about the big D.C. rally Saturday? Probably not.
A new liberal umbrella group, One Nation Working Together, is planning a massive rally in Washington, but so far word of the event is only dribbling out. Are organizers on the same page?
09/28/2010 09:28 pm -
Opinion Newt Gingrich is right: Obama shares anticolonial values -- American values
The US civil rights movement was influenced by anticolonial ideals – such as equality and freedom.
09/22/2010 04:04 pm -
Opinion Final exams at Harvard are so 20th-century
Harvard University is moving further away from final exams. And that’s a good thing.
08/23/2010 03:24 pm -
Midterm elections: not all bad news for Democrats
Midterm elections are historically difficult for the president's party. With the economy in trouble, this year will likely be no different for Democrats – but it might not be as bad as it could be.
07/30/2010 12:35 pm -
Orrin Hatch's 'no' on Elena Kagan a template for GOP opposition
In a detailed essay, Republican Sen. Orrin Hatch laid out the reasons he will not support Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan. Republicans look set to follow his lead.
07/12/2010 08:50 pm -
Rand Paul and the limits of the 'tea party' revolution
Rand Paul, Republican candidate for US Senate from Kentucky, is perhaps the closest thing there is to a 'tea party' candidate. In that light, his recent controversial comments are telling.
05/23/2010 04:51 pm -
'Los Suns' Cinco de Mayo statement: protest on a tank top
The Phoenix Suns players decided to wear their Spanish 'Los Suns' jerseys to tonight's Cinco de Mayo playoff game to protest the new Arizona immigration law. It's the latest example of America's often-contradictory views on illegal immigration and the Hispanic community.
05/05/2010 05:28 pm -
Who is the father of healthcare reform: Obama or Mitt Romney?
President Obama is likening his federal healthcare reform bill to the Massachusetts healthcare bill signed by former Gov. Mitt Romney. That could cause problems for Romney in 2012.
03/31/2010 03:11 pm
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