
The Tea Party Paradox
The country has moved right, but it's not clear whether this is happening in a way that helps Republicans long-term.


Obama And Dems Face The Past's Parallel Problems
Will this election be more like Ronald Reagan's first midterm, or Bill Clinton's?
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Gov Races: This Time, They Really Matter
The 37 governors elected in November will grapple with the economic downturn and influence redistricting.
Panel Recommends Reprimand For Rangel
The ethics panel's recommendation would let Rangel avoid being censured or expelled from Congress.

Arizona Immigration Ruling: How It's Playing
Candidates hope to satisfy their base without alienating Hispanic voters.
CONGRESSIONAL INSIDERS POLLDems Want Faster Troop Withdrawal
Democratic insiders overwhelmingly want to draw troop levels down in Afghanistan more rapidly than Obama has planned.
A Turning Point For Democrats?
It's too early to say for sure, but it's possible that the Republican wave has subsided.
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Conflicting Research On Core Standards
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Climate Bill Post Mortem?
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