Meet Rick Santorum, Big-Spending Bush Republican Meet Rick Santorum, Big-Spending Bush Republican
Is Santorum the doctrinaire conservative alternative to Romney? Nope. On the size and cost of government, Santorum is a sell-out.
Jan 4, 2012 / Ben Adler
Electoral Dysfunction, 2012 Electoral Dysfunction, 2012
Awash in Super PAC money, defined by negative TV ads, degraded by dumbed-down media and poisoned by voter suppression—this is not what democracy looks like.
Jan 4, 2012 / The Editors
Ron Paul’s Strange Bedfellows Ron Paul’s Strange Bedfellows
He’s against most of what we’re for. What is it with progressive mancrushes on right-wing Republicans?
Jan 4, 2012 / Column / Katha Pollitt
Ten Questions for Mitt Romney Ten Questions for Mitt Romney
Romney beat expectations by tying for first in Iowa after barely campaigning there. But before he waltzes to the nomination, here are some questions he should be asked.
Jan 4, 2012 / Ben Adler
‘Full-Spectrum Conservative’ Santorum Grabs ‘Not-Romney’ Title ‘Full-Spectrum Conservative’ Santorum Grabs ‘Not-Romney’ Title
Bachmann exits and Perry dials back, while strong Santorum and Paul finishes will delay the Romney coronation.
Jan 4, 2012 / John Nichols
John Nichols: The Iowa Caucuses Battle Has Been Ugly and Destructive Politics John Nichols: The Iowa Caucuses Battle Has Been Ugly and Destructive Politics
If we don't get serious about addressing Citizens United, we're going to end up with a much uglier, much more destructive politics.
Jan 3, 2012 / Press Room
Rick Perry Loses His Mind but Not His Conservative Support Rick Perry Loses His Mind but Not His Conservative Support
Rick Perry’s recent statements have made even less sense than ever. But as long he doesn’t show hints of moderation, it doesn’t hurt him.
Jan 3, 2012 / Ben Adler
Six Ways Iowa Progressives Will Caucus Six Ways Iowa Progressives Will Caucus
“Move to Amend” proposals, uncommitted votes, anti-war votes for Ron Paul and occupying: Iowa progressives will use the caucuses to send messages.
Jan 3, 2012 / John Nichols
Iowa’s $200-Per-Vote Caucuses Reward Negatives, Nastiness, Narrow Thinking Iowa’s $200-Per-Vote Caucuses Reward Negatives, Nastiness, Narrow Thinking
Defined by big money, negative ads and a tiny base of voters, the Iowa caucuses start the election on all wrong premises.
Jan 2, 2012 / John Nichols
Romney Worships 2011’s False Idol: Paul Ryan Romney Worships 2011’s False Idol: Paul Ryan
His embrace of Ryan might work with Iowa caucus voters, but it won't help Romney win general election voters who want to save Social Security.
Dec 30, 2011 / John Nichols