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Why climate change isn't a winning issue in US politicsThere are signs that most Americans are sympathetic to the goals of the climate change talks in Paris, but the issue probably won't influence their 2016 vote.
Chris Christie's N.H. coup: How endorsements shape voters' choicesThe endorsement of New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie by New Hampshire's Union Leader聽could prompt voters to look at him differently.
This one number explains Donald Trump's supportThe number symbolizes the surprising nature of Donald Trump's rise to front-runner status.
First LookWhite House zeroes in on visa waiver program. Will Congress follow suit?The Obama administration's changes to the visa waiver program is an effort to respond to rising security concerns in the wake of the Paris attacks.聽
Can Donald Trump win over black evangelical voters?Donald Trump cancelled a press conference with 100 black pastors around the country scheduled for Monday after prematurely announcing their endorsement for his campaign.
Why Republicans can slam Islam with little political costAmerican Muslims are a small voting bloc, so the 2016 presidential candidates see limited fallout from what they are saying, and get a boost from conservative donors.聽
Planned Parenthood shooting shows how extremes fuel abortion debateThe abortion debate is deeply polarized, and the tone of that debate, when dialed up, can fuel extremism, experts say.聽
Why Ben Carson is visiting JordanRepublican presidential candidate Ben Carson is responding to criticism of his foreign policy with a trip to Jordan, where he toured a refugee camp Saturday.
Donald Trump reframes claim that Muslims cheered 9/11Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump adjusted his claim that he saw Muslims in New Jersey cheering the 9/11 attacks by saying Muslims across the world shared the sentiment.
Could a political corruption museum become Albany's biggest tourist attraction?A college professor is raising money to formulate the聽Museum of Political Corruption, an educational institution and a tourist destination that focuses on Albany's reputation for corruption.
No, Donald Trump supporters aren't actually everywhereYes, Donald Trump is still leading GOP polls, but from the point of view of the nation as a whole, there aren鈥檛 that many Trumpians.
White House fence-jumper caught: Should those spikes be higher?Thanksgiving at the White House was disrupted on Thursday when a man draped in an American flag scaled the perimeter fence.- Why it's time to start paying attention to 2016 election for realIt's not early out there anymore. Does this mean Donald Trump has a real chance?
Is Donald Trump really a 'fascist?'Some in the GOP are beginning to use the term 鈥� evocative of the dictatorships of World War II 鈥� to describe the billionaire presidential hopeful.- Finding balance in the politics of fearAfter the Paris attacks, many US politicians have either stoked fears or dismissed them. The challenge is to address concerns without overstating them.
Can Jeb Bush rise again? Florida could hold clues.Former Gov. Jeb Bush was always a policy wonk, unlike his folksy older brother. Now he's struggling in his presidential bid, but Floridians expect him to fight to the end.聽- Is the GOP establishment trying to gang up on Trump?Donors to a number of GOP presidential campaigns have joined forces for an anti-Trump ad blitz.
A sleeper Senate race in CaliforniaIf events align a certain way, the 2016 race to succeed California Sen. Barbara Boxer could be a humdinger that political junkies talk about for years.
First LookBen Carson: Does he have a Thomas Jefferson problem?Following some controversy over statements about his personal history, Carson is now being challenged on his knowledge of US history, specifically of Thomas Jefferson and the US Constitution.
First LookHow do Americans view government? Survey finds both distrust and hopeA new Pew survey finds that, while Americans are critical and distrustful of government in general, members of both parties say it is doing well at addressing some national issues.
