Why Anthony Weiner Shouldn't Bank on Forgiveness in the New York Mayoral Race

Redemption narratives appeal to evangelical voters, as Mark Sanford demonstrated. But there aren't many voters like that in New York City.

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Are Treasury and the Fed at Odds Over Big Banks?

Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew keeps hands off as Wall Street giants grow larger.

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Scandals? What Scandals? This Week Is Historical for Another Reason

Years from now, this past week may be remembered less for developments in White House scandals than as a turning point in the "war on terror." By

How GOP Will Keep Stirring the Scandal Stew Over Recess

As lawmakers head home, how will Republicans keep attention on the White House controversies? By

The Supply-Chain Risk Might Be (Mostly) a Myth

Foreign network equipment can sometimes let hackers through. But those are largely crimes of opportunity, not premeditated attacks. By

Yes, Google Glass Is Ugly. So What?

We mock those willing to wear the infogiant's new gadget—but the future belongs to the glassholes. By

Are All Government Handouts Created Equal?

One member of Congress feels comfortable railing against food stamps while taking a government subsidy of his own. By Ben Terris

No Wonder Republican Criticism of Obama Isn’t Working

They’re attacking the president where he’s least vulnerable at a time when they have minimal credibility. By Charlie Cook

Nuclear Arsenal Subject to Pentagon Cuts, But New Subs May Escape the Ax

"Every part of the program, including nuclear weapons, is being addressed," said a senior Defense official. By Elaine M. Grossman

Smaller Schools Aren’t Always Better

The universities best able to expand access to education are the ones with the most students. By

Letter From Judiciary: How to Survive a Markup

Rule One—Empty your bladder. By

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