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Could Paul Ryan be the dark horse GOP presidential nominee?That's the talk in Washington this week: Paul Ryan rides in to win a brokered convention. It kind of makes sense, but only if you don't analyze it too closely.Â
First Look'Fractivists' give Clinton run for her money in home stateA Greenpeace activist has reignited controversy over Hillary Clinton's financial connections to the fossil fuel industry as the candidates prepare for New York's primary later this month.
Trump threat to run as independent counterproductive- party chiefRepublican Party chairman Reince Priebus said Trump's threat could "have consequences" for his effort to win the presidential nomination.
Educational divide in GOP White House race; what's behind itRepublic frontrunner Donald Trump overwhelmingly leads his rivals for support among the less educated who, after decades of economic uncertainty, favor his populist message.
Why a loss in Wisconsin matters more to Trump than ClintonBased on the politics of momentum, the results of Wisconsin's primary will impact the Republican race – and Donald Trump – more than the Democratic campaign.Â
Clinton vs. Sanders: Is there still a divide over biomedical research?While in Congress, Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders had differing views on stem cell research and cloning.Â
In Bronx, Sanders voters find more common ground with Trump than ClintonSanders and Trump supporters are poles apart on many major issues, but a rally shows their shared revolutionary fervor and, in some cases, even an affinity.
Could Trump cost GOP more than White House?Some Republicans are concerned a Trump nomination could help Democrats in the Senate and House. But voters offer a mixed picture.
Trump abortion comments outrage even antiabortion groupsGiven Donald Trump’s unyielding support among his voters, it’s hard to tell how much his abortion comment might affect him. But it’s not being received well.
First LookJohn Kasich and the politics of pizza: Why do voters care about a 'little fork'?How a politician eats pizza can impact voter perception of the candidate – and electability.
Why the death of GOP 'loyalty pledge' mattersDonald Trump, Ted Cruz, and John Kasich have all backed away from a pledge to support the Republican presidential nominee. The reasons go deeper than mere personal pique, to the soul of the party.
First LookCan Florida's governor convince Yale University to move?Florida Gov. Rick Scott released a statement Tuesday suggesting that Yale University move south to avoid potential tax hikes Connecticut may levy against the institution.
Why Georgia governor defied his base over religious libertyCritics say Gov. Nathan Deal sold out to big business by vetoing a religious liberty bill. But he is willing to take the heat. The split could reveal new fault lines on LGBT issues.Â
Trump has hill to climb with women voters, and it just got steeperDonald Trump's campaign manager has been charged with battery for an incident involving a female reporter. He's already facing a big gender gap in the general election.
First LookVirginia governor vetoes Republican bill to slash Planned Parenthood fundsVirginia House Bill 1090 would have cut state contracts with non-hospital health care providers that perform abortions. Abortions accounted for 3 percent of Planned Parenthood's services last year.Â
First LookIn speech admonishing media, Obama hands reporters a challengeThe president emphasized the importance of holding presidential candidates – and journalists – to a higher standard.
Can Trump win Wisconsin without conservative talk radio hosts?The Republican front-runner tried to garner support in interviews Monday with three of the state's leading conservative talk show hosts. It didn't go well.Â
Trump begins the fight for already committed GOP delegatesDonald Trump is the front-runner, but his political organization must play catch up — especially in the chase for delegates previously bound to other candidates.
Politics' newest $40 word harks back to the 1840sWilliam Safire once lauded Bill Clinton for using 'contradistinction' correctly. Now, it appears to be making a comeback.Â
Why Ohio political candidates can now lie while campaigningA recent appellate court decision overturned Ohio laws prohibiting the use of lies in campaign ads, citing First Amendment protections of candidates' speech.