Scott Walker Campaigns Against Unions, Wages, and Weekends Scott Walker Campaigns Against Unions, Wages, and Weekends
On the eve of his presidential announcement, the governor signed an anti-worker budget. Now he wants to do to America what he did to Wisconsin.
Jul 13, 2015 / John Nichols
July 13, 1960: John F. Kennedy Secures the Democratic Presidential Nomination July 13, 1960: John F. Kennedy Secures the Democratic Presidential Nomination
How “a young man without an impressive political record, without a program, without broad rank-and-file support,” won the presidency.
Jul 13, 2015 / Richard Kreitner
Jeb Bush Wants You to Work Longer Hours Jeb Bush Wants You to Work Longer Hours
His vision for the economy is out of step with reality: The US lacks good jobs, not productive workers.
Jul 10, 2015 / Michelle Chen
What Is Scott Walker Trying to Hide? What Is Scott Walker Trying to Hide?
As the Wisconsin governor prepares to announce his candidacy for president, his office admits involvement in an attempt to gut open-records laws.
Jul 8, 2015 / John Nichols
Martin O’Malley Has the Right Solution for Puerto Rico’s Debt Crisis Martin O’Malley Has the Right Solution for Puerto Rico’s Debt Crisis
The Democratic contender came out early with a humane response to the commonwealth’s woes—and now other candidates are getting on board.
Jul 7, 2015 / John Nichols
Who’s More Delusional—Chris Christie or Donald Trump? Who’s More Delusional—Chris Christie or Donald Trump?
Christie says the media owe him an apology, and Trump briefly experiences something resembling self-doubt.
Jul 7, 2015 / Leslie Savan
Why the Presidential Candidates Should Reject Donations From Fossil-Fuel Companies Why the Presidential Candidates Should Reject Donations From Fossil-Fuel Companies
See which candidates signed The Nation’s call to neither solicit nor accept campaign contributions from any oil, gas, or coal company.
Jul 6, 2015 / The Editors
Tell the 2016 Presidential Candidates: Refuse Donations From Fossil-Fuel Companies Tell the 2016 Presidential Candidates: Refuse Donations From Fossil-Fuel Companies
Join the campaign with The Nation and 350 Action.
Jul 6, 2015 / NationAction
Bernie Sanders Speaks Bernie Sanders Speaks
In his most revealing interview, the socialist presidential candidate sets out his vision for America.
Jul 6, 2015 / Feature / John Nichols
The Long, Long, Long Race for the White House The Long, Long, Long Race for the White House
Can’t you just feel the Jeb-mentum?
Jun 30, 2015 / Tom Tomorrow