Recent history shows the opportunity to pass major bills can disappear quickly. What should Democrats’ top priority be?
The Republican Party enters the Biden era reeling from a series of tough election losses and divided over how to move forward without Donald Trump.
Historians will face a daunting task in trying to assess Donald Trump’s presidency. What will he be remembered for?
Despite the prevalence of homegrown extremism, domestic terrorism isn't a federal crime in United States. Should it be?
Security has been ramped up substantially in response to the attack on Congress. Will it be enough?
Moves by Twitter and Facebook to ban President Trump were met with applause from his critics and condemnation from his supporters
A massive voter drive and GOP-infighting helped Democrats win two of the most important Senate races in modern American history.
Does President Trump pose too much of a risk to the country to allow him to finish out his term?
Placing the blame entirely on President Trump risks missing the many forces that set the stage for the assault on American democracy.
Can the logistical logjams and haphazard planning that have slowed vaccine distribution down be solved?
President Trump's attempt to pressure Georgia's Secretary of State to overturn the results of the election has prompted calls for impeachment and even criminal charges.
President Trump stood little chance of compelling Congress to change the stimulus package or defense funding bill. So why did he take a stand on both pieces of legislation?
The vice presidency has often been a springboard to the White House, but Mike Pence faces unique challenges if he hopes to become president in four years.
With vaccines in limited supply, should high-profile politicians be able to jump the line while average Americans wait?
Joe Biden will enter office with the most aggressive environmental agenda of any president in U.S. history. Can he turn his plan into meaningful action?
2020 was the darkest year in living memory. Is it naive to believe that brighter days are on the horizon?
A once-arcane piece of communications law has become a political flashpoint, with both Republicans and Democrats calling for it to be amended or eliminated.
The new 6-3 conservative majority gives the court opportunity to significantly expand religious freedom, potentially at the expense of other rights.
Congress passed $900 billion in economic relief. Is the bill too little, too much or just right?
Hackers breached the computer networks of some of the top agencies in the government. Should the U.S. strike back or strengthen its defenses?
President Trump has claimed credit for the record-breaking speed of vaccine development. How much did his influence help, or hurt, the process?
Private companies have the legal right to mandate their workers get vaccinated, but doing so brings plenty of risks.
Complaints about the Electoral College have been raised since it was created. Can the system be fixed or does it need to be abolished completely?
President-elect Joe Biden’s Cabinet selection process could be a microcosm of what his approach to governing will look like.
Technology that can help break the chain of transmission exists, but only if enough people take advantage of it.
“If you’re looking to win elections, it is probably best not to urge your supporters not to vote.”
“Warnock’s portrayal of himself as a dog lover, a means of overcoming white suspicions of Black men, smacked of pure genius.”
“Trump has done damage to the Republican brand among suburban voters that goes well beyond just races where he is on the ballot.”
“Once more, Democrats must profusely thank activist Stacey Abrams.”
“Overall, demographic trends show that the state’s electorate is becoming younger and more diverse each year.”