Rescue Plans Remain Unsettled

Congressional leaders express optimism that the $700 billion bailout can be rescued, but some lawmakers complain they were being kept in the dark. No Subscription Required

• Presidential Candidates Stump For FDIC Changes



Politics

Stampede Of New Voters Taxing The System

The high level of interest in the presidential race is giving election registrars headaches. No Subscription Required

• Q&A: EAC Chairwoman No Subscription Required

From The Trail

Biden To Handle VP Debate With Care

The voluble Delaware senator will have to walk a fine line in confronting Palin on Thursday night. No Subscription Required

• McCain's Bailout Maneuver No Subscription Required


Amy Walter: On The TrailTuesday, Sept. 30, 2008

Big Wins Would Bring Big Risks

Any gains the Democrats make in the House this year will mean more seats they have to defend come 2010.

Eliza Newlin Carney: Rules Of The GameMonday, Sept. 29, 2008

More Pain At The Polls

Partisan disputes over ballot access and voter registration have escalated in recent days, dragging in both McCain and Obama.

Ad Spotlight

Obama & RNC In Bailout Brawl

The fiscal meltdown is yet again the focal point of dueling Democratic and Republican TV ads.

The Week In Political Ads

A look at the latest ads released in downballot races.

Biden Gaffe Triggers Trio Of Ads

The McCain camp takes aim at Biden's misstep on clean coal.

Congress

Tactics Of Ted Stevens' Team Questioned

Prosecutors accused his lawyers of using "win-at-all-costs" tactics.

Hoyer Wants Stand-Alone Mental Health Bill

He would like it separated from embattled tax extenders legislation.

Lawmakers Rebut Justice Report On Attorney Firings

Republicans Pete Domenici and Heather Wilson deny involvement.


Campaign Tracker No Subscription Required

Palin Takes Debate-Prep Detour In Arizona

Move to prepare in Sedona is unusual for a race that's all about location.

Lots Of Talk, Few Answers On Economy

Obama claims the middle-class mantle, but voters may want more specifics.

What Will This Election Hinge On?

Our political observers predict which single factor will prove decisive.

McCain Mailings Have Faulty Addresses

Campaign says problems with absentee ballot forms were not intentional.

Insiders See An Obama Win In First Debate

They said he was more comfortable and benefited more from his performance.

POLLING No Subscription Required

Battleground States Prefer Biden To Palin

The Democrat enjoys a better image in more key states than does Palin.

McCain Has Yet To Sway Pivotal Blue States

An Allstate/National Journal poll shows McCain has more work ahead of him in three swing states.

Insiders Poll

Democratic and Republican insiders agree that the worst of the financial crisis is ahead of us.

Female Voters Return To Obama

Wall Street woes cited by pollsters as reason for resurgence.

Market Tumble Shakes Up White House Race

Financial meltdown looks to be eroding confidence in both candidates.


ECONOMY

What If Nothing Really Changes?

Most people agree the Wall Street meltdown will fundamentally change business, government and American life. But what if it doesn't?

Whither Paulson? And (Many) Other Questions

Large holes remain in the emerging bailout legislation.

A Restless Night For The American Dream

The crisis is challenging core beliefs about success and how to safeguard it.

Derivatives: The Other Shoe Waiting To Drop

This lurking "mega-catastrophe" might be an even wilder ride.

Special Reports No Subscription Required

Campaign Promises

Search a comprehensive directory of McCain's and Obama's pledges.

White House Tip Sheets

National Journal's reference guide to the presidential candidates.

Where They Stand

Compare the candidates on key campaign issues.

Swing States

See which states are likely to determine the outcome of the 2008 presidential election.

Oral History Project

In-depth interviews of military service members about their experiences in Afghanistan and Iraq.