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Play of the Day: Everyone Has Awkward Prom Photos

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | 5:44 a.m.

Fast forward to 1:00 to see the how Obama talked to girls in high school.

Letter From Judiciary: How to Survive a Markup

Fawn Johnson | May 23, 2013

Rule One—Empty your bladder. Rule Two—Charge your phone. These are the lessons in survival for anyone covering, lobbying or staffing lawmakers who "mark up" an 800-plus-page bill.

Play of the Day: Yes, the IRS Did Miss an Important Filing Deadline

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 23, 2013

Fast forward to 4:00 to see the irony in the IRS' problems with deadlines.

When Does a Merger Hurt National Security?

Brian Fung | May 22, 2013

The bidding war for Sprint raises questions about foreign ownership of American telecoms.

Play of the Day: Obama’s Face and Race

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 22, 2013

Fast forward to 2:50 to see why Rush Limbaugh thinks Barack Obama's race has really benefitted him.

Play of the Day: Kids Say The Darndest Things... About Obama’s Scandals

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 21, 2013

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Play of the Day: Rounding Up a Tough Week for the White House

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 20, 2013

Fast forward to 4:20 to see why the IRS is on edge this time of the year.

So, a Fed Chairman Is Speaking at Your Graduation

Catherine Hollander | May 17, 2013

"The future of the country is in jeopardy." It's what every college graduate wants to hear while sitting up on that stage, sweltering in the spring heat with friends and family watching.

Play of the Day: The Salad of Obama Scandals

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 17, 2013

Fast forward to 2:40 to see Stephen Colbert show how Eric Holder held up in a hearing against a representative who didn't exactly use his words correctly.

Marco Rubio Makes His Move For 2016

Beth Reinhard | May 17, 2013

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio hasn’t popped up in an early-primary state in six months, leaving potential Republican rivals like Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz and Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal to make the rounds while he carried the torch for his immigration reform plan.

Why You Should Feel Sorry for the IRS

Nancy Cook | May 16, 2013

Employees there don’t just collect taxes. They also implement America’s social policy and regulate different kinds of groups—without the money, training, or staff to do so.

How the Scandals Turned Obama Into a Dour Scold

George E. Condon Jr. | May 16, 2013

The Benghazi and IRS affairs have robbed the president of his trademark optimism.

Play of the Day: Is Obama Nixonian?

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 16, 2013

On the anniversary of the Watergate hearings, late-night comedy examines the triumvirate of White House scandals.

You Want Angry? I'll Show You Angry, Obama Says on IRS Scandal

Beth Reinhard | May 15, 2013

Facing criticism from Republicans, the president reasserts his authority by pushing out the IRS's acting commissioner.

Play of the Day: A Bad Week for the White House

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 15, 2013

Fast forward to 3:45 to see Stewart explain how Obama learns important information.

A Staggering Share of Americans Would Use Google Glass if They Could

Brian Fung | May 15, 2013

The much-derided piece of wearable technology has a ton of secret fans.

Weiner's Spending Dwindled in Past Two Months

Steven Shepard | May 15, 2013

Anthony Weiner is still mulling whether to mount a run for mayor of New York this fall, and the former Democratic congressman's latest campaign filings do not indicate any concrete movement in that direction that haven't previously been disclosed. The filings, which cover from March 12 through this...

Why Is It So Hard to Keep the IRS Out of Politics?

Garrett Epps - The Atlantic | May 14, 2013

Government officials need a refresher course in the First Amendment "anti-retaliation" principle.

Play of the Day: Targeting the Tea Party

May 14, 2013

The IRS scandal shows what government can do when its puts its mind to something.

National Journal Launches New E-Book: In Lew of Geithner

May 14, 2013

National Journal launched its debut e-book, In Lew of Geithner, in which Chief Correspondent Michael Hirsh wonders if ex-Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner's replacement, Jacob Lew, has the right stuff to rein in Wall Street. With this new long-form digital content, readers will be able to delve deeper into the uncertain future of our nation’s economy and financial oversight, going a step beyond what is typically available in most news outlets.

Obama's Struggles Hampering Democratic Recruitment

Alex Roarty | May 13, 2013

It's tough to persuade Democrats to run in a challenging political environment.

One of the More Probable Ideas on ABC's 'Scandal': Politically Surviving a Sex Scandal

Elahe Izadi | May 10, 2013

When political realities are stranger than fictional television.

Play of the Day: Air Hockey Diplomacy

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 10, 2013

Fast forward to 2:00 to see how John Kerry and Vladimir Putin met to discuss important foreign policy.

Play of the Day: Notable Political Weight Loss

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 9, 2013

Fast forward to 3:20 to see how Christie’s weight loss compares to other famous politicians.

When Wearing the Wrong Shoes Can Get You Bounced in the Capitol

Ben Terris | May 9, 2013

Due to vague guidelines, security guards at the Capitol spend a lot of time making judgment calls on clothing.

Inside The American Crossroads And Koch Post-Mortems

Reid Wilson | May 9, 2013

Conservatives identify what went wrong in 2012 -- and how to fix their problems.

Play of the Day: Golfing With Obama

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 8, 2013

Fast forward to 2:15 to see Fallon show off new ad slogans for the National Park Service.

A New Life For Chris Christie

Marc Ambinder | May 7, 2013

The political and psychological aftermath of weight-loss surgery -- the skinny from a journalist who's been there.

Life in Politics Can Be Comic

Cory Bennett | May 6, 2013

While tens of thousands of people make a living in politics, Darren Davis seems to have discovered a niche in political comics.

Play of the Day: North Korea Summer Camp

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 6, 2013

Fast forward to 2:20 to see Fallon compare North Korea to a restrictive adult summer camp.

Marco Rubio: A Successful Salesman for Immigration Reform?

Rebecca Kaplan | May 5, 2013

Recess has been tough for Marco Rubio.

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | May 3, 2013

This week the Sunday shows are focusing on Syria and the continuing investigation on the Boston Marathon Bombing. The specter of immigration reform will also have a role in the programming. Rep. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., who hasn't ruled out a bid against Sen. Mark Pryor, D-Ark., in 2014, will be on Meet...

Play of the Day: Obama in Mexico

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 3, 2013

President Barack Obama’s trip to Mexico this week had Jay Leno ruminating on two of his favorite political topics: Obama’s lack of skill in economics and the immigration issue. The president is traveling to Mexico to talk about the North American economy and immigration with Mexican leadership, which promoted the Tonight Show host to say that Obama “actually has to leave the country” to tout any economic successes. Leno also compared talking immigration in Mexico to touting same-sex marriage in San Francisco.

From Pandora to D.C.: 1 Man's Quest to Make Aliens Seem Real

Ben Terris | May 1, 2013

Reuben Langdon spent four years flying around on make-believe aliens as the lead stunt double on Avatar. Now, he’s in D.C. trying to convince the world that such an extraterrestrial being could exist.

Play of the Day: The Politics of Defense Contracting

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | May 1, 2013

Fast forward to 5:25 to see how Colbert thinks the government can repurpose the tanks.

Is Obama's Legacy Great Leadership or Bad Breaks? Check the Sports Pages

Ron Fournier | May 1, 2013

An old baseball adage applies to the president: 'The great ones play above the breaks.'

6 Revealing Quotes From Obama's Potential New FCC Nominee, Tom Wheeler

Brian Fung | April 30, 2013

The man who could be in line to head the Federal Communications Commission wrote prolifically about tech on his blog.

3 Stories That Will Make You Mad As Hell (But Will You Act?)

Ron Fournier | April 30, 2013

Actions of Obama, Weiner and McDonnell reflect why Americans are losing faith in leadership.

Play of the Day: Fixing the Sequester

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 30, 2013

Fast forward to 5:25 to see the name of the bill.

Dennis Miller and Bill O'Reilly Counterprogram the White House Correspondents Dinner

Jill Lawrence | April 29, 2013

Red and Blue America coexist inside the Beltway during a joke- and insult-filled weekend.

If These Brain Scanners Don't Raise Your Red Privacy Flags, Nothing Will

Brian Fung | April 29, 2013

We're still a ways from being able to read people's thoughts. But how we write our privacy laws today will determine what that future looks like.

Play of the Day: The New $100 Bill

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 29, 2013

Fast forward to 3:55 to see Jimmy Fallon show audiences how the White House is using Vine.

Obama and O'Brien Cast Their Versions of D.C. White House Correspondents' Dinner

Esther Zuckerman - The Atlantic Wire | April 27, 2013

Both President Barack Obama and Conan O'Brien decided to cast Hollywood versions of D.C. at the White House Correspondents' Dinner this year. Obama's version was directed by Steven Spielberg, O'Brien's starred "Tan Mom" as John Boehner.

Play of the Day: Let’s Party Like It’s 2006!

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 26, 2013

Fast forward to 4:35 to see how Bush could rehabilitate his image even more.

Joblessness? Deficits? Wars? Let's Party!

Ron Fournier | April 26, 2013

Washington never looks more out of touch than it will this weekend, when movie stars, music moguls, media mavens and their advertisers join President Obama at the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.

'Press Pass' Wins Political Pursuit

Sarah Mimms and Dan Roem | April 25, 2013

After five rounds of intense trivia, jokes and a few beer breaks, the Press Pass team claimed victory at our Fifth Annual Political Pursuit event. Roll Call's Shira Toeplitz, Washington Post's Chris Cillizza, New York Times' Carl Hulse, Washington Post's Paul Kane and Cook Political Report's Amy Wa...

Now Middle-Class Parents, Not Just Their Kids, Can Get a Degree

Sophie Quinton | April 25, 2013

Two San Antonio newlyweds think they’ll need higher education to assure their success. Their new status gives them a chance to afford it.

How Online Education Saves Everyone Money

Sophie Quinton | April 25, 2013

Online learning isn’t just another path into the middle class. It’s also a way for the government to spend more wisely.

Get Ready for Political Pursuit!

Sarah Mimms | April 25, 2013

We at the Hotline are preparing to head over to the Newseum for our fifth annual Political Pursuit trivia night. Beginning at 7:30 p.m., fifteen of the District's top political minds will battle it out for glory, bragging rights and the highly coveted Genius Trophy. The teams are: Members Only: Rep...

Play of the Day: Looking Back at Bush, Looking Forward to Mars

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 25, 2013

Fast forward to 4:35 to see how the Rover photo might help Earth if there is intelligent life on Mars.

All 5 Living Presidents Together at the George W. Bush Library

David A. Graham - The Atlantic | April 25, 2013

For a few hours Thursday, Dallas is the center of American presidential power.

What If Oil Lasts Forever?

Charles C. Mann - The Atlantic | April 25, 2013

New technology and a little-known energy source suggest that fossil fuels may not be finite. This would be a miracle—and a nightmare.

5 Ways the Boston Bombings Altered the Political Debate

Michael Catalini | April 25, 2013

From immigration to drones, the attacks had an impact on the presidential agenda.

Is There Such Thing as Too Much Evidence?

Brian Resnick | April 24, 2013

Assembling the case against Dzhokhar Tsarnaev won't be as simple as it appears from the news.

Play of the Day: The Sequester Hits Air Travel

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 24, 2013

Fast forward to 5:00 to see how the sequester will affect a certain type of pilot.

How Republicans Can Win Over Their Party on Immigration

Fawn Johnson | April 23, 2013

It’s a combination of charm and fear tactics. Republican defenders of an immigration overhaul are talking up their ability to write into law a tough enforcement strategy.

4 Things To Know About Boston Bombings Prosecutor Carmen Ortiz

Matt Vasilogambros | April 22, 2013

Once a rising political star, the U.S. Attorney heading the Boston Marathon case could use the spotlight to regain her luster.

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | April 20, 2013

Friday night's capture of the second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing will be the prominent topic for the Sunday shows, including the national security implications of the attack. Sunday Meet the Press hosts Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Mich., and Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin. Face the Nation h...

Boston Bombing Case Upends Assumptions About Racial Profiling

Elahe Izadi | April 19, 2013

It was photographs and police work, not racial-profiling by the public, that led to the bombing suspects.

Pete Williams' Reporting Philosophy, And Why He's Getting Boston Right

Brian Resnick | April 19, 2013

In a recent interview, the longtime NBC justice correspondent summed up his reporting approach: "The essence of journalism is the process of selection."

Is it Illegal to Impersonate the Boston Marathon Bombing Suspects (or Anyone Else) on Twitter?

Catherine Hollander | April 19, 2013

After video of the Boston Marathon bombing suspects were released, journalists and citizen-sleuths turned to social media to find their digital footprint. They were greeted with a wealth of information. Not all of it was true.

Play of the Day: A Very Politicized Look at Guns

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 19, 2013

Fast forward to 3:00 to see why Stewart's new magazine project.

Just Don’t Call Him Marco Rubio

Tim Alberta | April 18, 2013

Raul Labrador will be even more important to immigration reform than the Latino Republican in the Senate.

Why the Senate Vote May Signal 2016 Problems for the Gun Lobby

Ronald Brownstein and Stephanie Czekalinski contributed | April 18, 2013

The outcome of Wednesday’s dramatic Senate vote on expanding background checks simultaneously demonstrated the difficult geography confronting gun-control advocates in the Senate and the potentially daunting math facing gun-rights proponents in the Electoral College.

What Books Do Gitmo Detainees Read?

Matt Vasilogambros | April 18, 2013

What do a suspected terrorist and a 10-year-old child have in common? They might be reading the Harry Potter books.

Play of the Day: Obama the Travel Planner

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 18, 2013

Fast forward to 3:00 to see why Obama isn’t concerned with the ricin letter sent to him.

What You Need to Know About Reddit, the FBI and the Boston Marathon Suspects

Catherine Hollander | April 17, 2013

Note: This post has been updated to reflect developments in the case.

Play of the Day: What Republicans Can Learn From BuzzFeed

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 17, 2013

Fast forward to 3:10 to see how Buzzfeed can draw inspiration from the NRCC.

Poll: Weiner Would Start Mayoral Race in Second Place

Steven Shepard | April 16, 2013

Disgraced former Rep. Anthony Weiner is asking for "a second chance," and a new poll released late Tuesday night shows Weiner in second place among New York City Democratic voters in this September's primary. The poll, conducted for WNBC-TV by the Poughkeepsie-based Marist College Institute for Pub...

Play of the Day: Tax Day

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 16, 2013

Fast forward to 3:10 to see exactly the programs your tax dollars are funding.

Why Evangelicals Back Obama on Immigration (and Why They Should Agree on Guns and Climate Change, Too)

Ron Fournier | April 15, 2013

Pragmatic mega-church leaders are savvy about demographic shifts.

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | April 12, 2013

A deal on gun control, President Obama's budget proposal and the Senate's Gang of Eight pending immigration proposal are at the top of the Sunday show agenda. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., is hitting the airwaves with a "Full Ginsburg," including Univision's Al Punto. Sens. Pat Toomey, R-Pa. and Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., will appear on State of the Union and Face the Nation talking about their bipartisan gun control deal. Check out the full listings after the jump.

Why Dr. Kermit Gosnell's Trial Should Be a Major News Story

Conor Friedersdorf - The Atlantic | April 12, 2013

The dead babies. The exploited women. The racism. The numerous governmental failures. It just is insanely newsworthy.

Play of the Day: Lassoing an Asteroid

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 12, 2013

Fast forward to 2:35 to see why Colbert loves the lasso plan.

How Does a Former Professional-Fighter-Turned Congressman Prep for the Gun-Control Scuffle?

Ben Terris | April 11, 2013

Rep. Markwayne Mullin says don't judge a gun by its stock.

Play of the Day: Look Out, Iranian Military Cats. The Navy Has a Laser.

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 11, 2013

Fast forward to 4:00 to see Colbert question the efficacy of the laser in Iran.

Tough Gun Votes Could End Careers on Capitol Hill

Jill Lawrence | April 11, 2013

TARP, taxes, Obamacare, and guns have been blamed for scores of defeats in the last 20 years.

The Hottest Book Drop in Town: Behind the Scenes at Today's Budget Release

Brian Resnick | April 10, 2013

Here's one intern right of passage: Collect 90-lbs of fiscal outlines for the bosses.

Play of the Day: The Looming Threat of Kim Jong Un

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 10, 2013

Fast forward to 4:20 to see Ferguson show why Kim shouldn't be strapped for money.

There's No False Equivalency on Guns

Ron Fournier | April 10, 2013

On guns, the NRA and the GOP are factually wrong more often, more likely to demagogue, and are further from the mainstream than Obama.

The 8 Most Revealing Passages of Possible Mayoral Candidate Anthony Weiner's New York Times Magazine Profile

Steven Shepard | April 10, 2013

Former Rep. Anthony Weiner, D-N.Y., confirmed to the New York Times Magazine in a story published early Wednesday that he is considering running for mayor of New York this fall. The 8,000-word piece, written by Jonathan Van Meter, a contributing editor at Vogue and New York magazine, focuses mostly...

Play of the Day: Obama’s Budget and Biden’s Salary

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 9, 2013

Fast forward to 2:30 to see Fallon’s impression of Biden trying to calculate his voluntary salary cut.

Scott Brown Would Face Obstacles in N.H. Senate Bid

Kevin Brennan | April 6, 2013

When out-of-state politicians travel to New Hampshire, talk of presidential ambitions follows. Former Massachusetts Sen. Scott Brown's visit to the Granite State on Thursday set off alarms about a different race. Discussing his political future with reporters, Brown wouldn't rule out running against...

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | April 5, 2013

North Korea, a poor jobs report and President Obama's budget take front stage this weekend on the Sunday shows. But that doesn't mean long term issues don't have prominent roles. Immigration and gun control still remain hot topics and will be a focus on the shows as well. Obama adviser Dan Pfeiffer...

The Death of Relationships

Ron Fournier | April 5, 2013

New study on relationships says Washington has "veered off the map."

Play of the Day: The $100 Million Map

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 5, 2013

Fast forward to 4:45 to see Colbert’s psyche break over the BRAIN Initiative.

Why Washington and Moscow Still Don't Trust Each Other

Olga Belogolova | April 4, 2013

I left the USSR in 1991. Going back showed that Cold War stereotypes don’t fade—even with time.

When Corporations Are Hacked, Who Should Know?

Brian Fung | April 4, 2013

Companies hurt themselves—but help the rest of us—when they disclose cyberattacks.

How the New York Mayor's Race Scandal Comes Off Like a Cheesy Gangster Movie

Elahe Izadi | April 4, 2013

The five most quotable lines in the federal indictment against New York politicians.

Stephen Colbert Officially Endorses His Sister for Congress on TV

Sarah Mimms | April 4, 2013

Comedian Stephen Colbert endorsed his sister, Elizabeth Colbert Busch, for Congress on his show on Wednesday night. "I'm going to shock some people right now and endorse my sister, Elizabeth Colbert Busch for Congress," he said on the "Colbert Report" last night. "Yes, yes, yes, she's a Democrat. B...

Chris Christie's Popularity With Women Voters Thwarts Female Opponent

Beth Reinhard | April 3, 2013

To have a chance at defeating the popular governor, Democrats need to create a gender gap--fast.

This Defense Contractor Is Repeatedly Spear-Phishing 68,000 Innocent People

Brian Fung | April 3, 2013

One company with deep Washington connections is running a huge online scam. It involves tens of thousands of victims. And it's completely legal.

What Did We Do?

April 3, 2013

Quinn, Catsimatidis deal with fallout from corruption arrests.

Play of the Day: Nuke Kids on the Block

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 3, 2013

Presiden't Obama's rough shooting stroke takes the spotlight on late night.

Sanford Defeats Bostic in S.C. Runoff

Sarah Mimms | April 2, 2013

Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford will be the Republican nominee on a ballot in his home state for the first time in seven years, after defeating former Charleston County Councilor Curtis Bostic in a primary runoff for the state's vacant First District congressional seat. The AP called the ra...

1960s ‘Money-Market Men’ Design Their Dream Fed Chairman

Catherine Hollander | April 2, 2013

With Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke’s term set to expire in January, the handicapping of the race to replace him has begun.

Play of the Day: Egg Rolls and Panda Mating

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | April 2, 2013

Fast forward to 3:10 to learn what surprising things an overzealous kid found at the White House Sunday.

What I Learned About President Obama From Playing Basketball With Him

Ron Fournier | April 2, 2013

'He's confident and competitive. Superstituous and silly. Admits his mistakes. Always in control.'

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Steven Shepard | March 29, 2013

The Easter Sunday lineups at the weekend public-affairs programs will add a dash of religion to the usual political fare. One political highlight: Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., will talk about immigration and guns on CNN's "State of the Union." Univision's "Al Punto" will feature President Obama in a pre-recorded interview, also addressing his immigration-reform efforts. Cardinal Timothy Dolan, the archbishop of New York, will appear on two of the Sunday shows, while Washington's archbishop, Cardinal Donald Wuerl, will visit with "Fox News Sunday."

Play of the Day: Joe Biden Can't Wait for Easter

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 29, 2013

Fast forward to 3:10 to see why Joe Biden is excited about Easter.

Curious Friends: How Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg Can Help Republicans

Elahe Izadi | March 29, 2013

By zeroing in on issues where bipartisanship is possible, Zuckerberg’s political efforts can soften the GOP’s edges.

Play of the Day: The Many Views of Marriage

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 28, 2013

Fast forward to 3:00 to see how Congress is getting government bikini-ready.

Judd Won't Run for Senate, Focus Shifts to Lundergan Grimes

Sarah Mimms | March 27, 2013

Ashley Judd will not challenge Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell next year, the actress announced on Twitter this evening. Though speculation has mounted for months that Judd would run for McConnell's seat in her home state of Kentucky, Judd said on Twitter that she is "currently unable to con...

Play of the Day: Sequestration Comes to Late Night

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 27, 2013

Fast forward to 3:35 to see the effects of the sequester at John F. Kennedy Airport in New York.

Play of the Day: Obama's Passover Victory

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 26, 2013

Fast forward to 3:10 to watch Stewart speak for all Jews in explaining why Israel needed to have a robot bring Obama some matzah.

At the Supreme Court, Waiting Through Sleet, Snow, and an Onslaught of Questions From Journalists

Ben Terris | March 25, 2013

What it's like to spend days outside the Supreme Court waiting to hear oral arguments about same-sex marriage.

Play of the Day: Obama in Israel

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 25, 2013

Fast forward to 1:10 to watch Maher check in with the controversy on the History Channel’s popular miniseries.

How 'Privacy' Killed Google Reader

Brian Fung | March 25, 2013

The news hub had to die so that your privacy might live.

From Hoops to Harry Potter: Behind the Scenes of the Senate's All-Nighter

Shane Goldmacher and Nancy Cook | March 23, 2013

After four years of waiting, senators unleashed a torrent of budget amendments that pushed the vote-a-rama well into Saturday morning. No wonder everyone looked a little unhinged.

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | March 22, 2013

The Sunday shows will cover a variety of topics this week, from the coming legal fight over same-sex marriage to President Obama's first trip to Israel as president. Check out the full listings: Sunday Meet the Press hosts New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg and NRA CEO Wayne LaPierre Face the Nat...

Play of the Day: George Bush the Painter

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 22, 2013

Fast forward to 3:40 to watch Kimmel play a game with his audience about the paintings.

My Iraq War

James Kitfield | March 21, 2013

Fear, death, and even elegy—one witness’s recollections from a decade of war.

Play of the Day: March Madness!

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 21, 2013

Fast forward to 4:00 to watch Letterman get the scoop on Ryan’s budget proposal from the man himself. Well, kind of.

Behind Obama’s Big 'No!' on Syria

Michael Hirsh | March 20, 2013

Despite terrible bloodshed and the risks of a wider war, the president is barely moving. Here’s why.

Play of the Day: Biden Takes Over the Vatican

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 20, 2013

Fast forward to 3:35 to see Leno laud the Senate barber shop’s fiscal fortunes.

Play of the Day: Obama, Satan or Bob Dylan in a Hood?

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 19, 2013

Fast forward to 3:00 to see Kimmel show why Palin was so popular at CPAC.

Jake Tapper's New CNN Show: 'We're Going to Take Risks'

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | March 18, 2013

CNN continues its revamp Monday with the premiere of "The Lead," airing at 4 p.m. The show, hosted by former ABC White House Correspondent Jake Tapper, will serve as the foothold for the network's evening programming. Tapper made his name challenging the White House at press briefings and on all of...

Excited About March Madness? Then You Could Be One of the Most Politically Moderate Sports Fans

Matt Berman | March 18, 2013

March Madness is officially upon us. As you fill out your bracket, take a look at what your love of college basketball says about your political leanings.

Play of the Day: At the Club With Pope Francis

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 18, 2013

Fast forward to 2:10 to see Fallon talk about the newest American tool in global cyberwarfare.

Rand Paul Narrowly Defeats Marco Rubio in CPAC Straw Poll

Rebecca Kaplan | March 16, 2013

Conservative divide reflects two different visions for the future of the party.

Race-Baiting, Godlessness, and Elitists at GOP’s CPAC

Ron Fournier | March 15, 2013

The conservative conference is an annual reminder of the GOP's image problem.

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | March 15, 2013

This week's Sunday shows will focus on the rival budgets put forth by leaders from both parties. House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan, R-Wis., will be on Face the Nation, while House Speaker John Boehner will be doing a one-on-one interview with ABC's Martha Raddatz on This Week. The Sunday sh...

No Joke: Al Franken Is Getting Campaign Help From Conan O'Brien

Michael Catalini | March 15, 2013

Facing a competitive Senate reelection in a year, the comedian-turned-senator is turning to a celebrity friend to help raise money for his 2014 campaign bid.

Play of the Day: A Washington Conclave?

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 15, 2013

Fast forward to 2:05 to see which magazine cover wants to feature Vice President Joe Biden.

Christie and McDonnell Aren't the Only Governors Missing From CPAC

Jill Lawrence | March 15, 2013

It’s not just Chris Christie and Bob McDonnell who are missing from the lineup at the Conservative Political Action Conference. Of the roughly 250 activists, thinkers, politicians, and media stars on the three-day program, only four are governors.

The Next Arab Challenge

Michael Hirsh | March 14, 2013

Two years after the Middle East revolts, the Obama administration has mounted no real effort to understand the dynamics of political Islam.

Is One Act of Cyber Vandalism Worth 25 Years in Jail?

Brian Fung | March 14, 2013

Reuters' deputy social media editor is in some hot water.

It's Game on for Conservatives at CPAC

Elahe Izadi | March 14, 2013

Are you a conservative looking to blow off steam at CPAC? You’ve got a few options.

Play of the Day: International Leader Edition

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 14, 2013

What do Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong Un, Pope Francis and Hugo Chávez have in common? Of course, they are all former or current leaders of sovereign states and they were all major players in jokes on last night's late-night shows. The man formerly known as Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio took center stage on most of the shows, with Conan O’Brien and Craig Ferguson using the South American angle to comment on race in the United States. On NBC, Jimmy Fallon explained how armies work in regards to North Korea’s recent war talk and Jay Leno had to explain Venezuelan socialism to his crowd.

Why Are Conservatives Calling Obama Lazy?

Matthew Cooper | March 14, 2013

The meme--tossed around by Roger Ailes and John Sununu--is astounding on many levels.

Play of the Day: Of Popes and Drones

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 13, 2013

Fast forward to 2:25 to see Leno explain how new TSA restrictions apply to certain passengers.

Watch a Mesmerizing Real-Time Map of Cyberattacks

Brian Fung | March 13, 2013

A website run by a German telco that monitors cyberattacks in real time shows that Russian IP addresses are the No. 1 source of automated hacks.

The Most Adorable Tax Break

Ben Terris | March 12, 2013

A tax break for Girl Scout Cookies shows how hard it can be to get rid of loopholes.

Paul Ryan's Obamacare Repeal Fantasy

Jill Lawrence | March 11, 2013

Even with Obama in the White House until 2017, the Wisconsin Republican's new budget relies on repealing most of the Affordable Care Act.

Rebuilding Trust: What Do Pope Francis and President Obama Have in Common?

Ron Fournier | March 11, 2013

From the Vatican to Washington, what can we do about the failure of powerful institutions?

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | March 8, 2013

Sen. Rand Paul's, R-Ky., 13-hour filibuster is sure to be a hot topic on the Sunday shows this weekend, though Paul himself does not currently appear in the lineup for any of the programs. Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, meanwhile, will be on six Sunday shows, pulling off a bilingual "Full Ginsburg." He'll be on "Meet the Press," "Face the Nation," "Fox News Sunday," "This Week," "State of the Union" and Univision's "Al Punto." Bush will talk about his new book, as well as the challenges surrounding immigration and, of course, his potential presidential aspirations. Check out the full listings after the jump.

Rand Paul's Very Long Stand

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 8, 2013

Fast forward to 2:55 to see Colbert thank Paul for taking his stance, while disagreeing with the stance.

What Undocumented Workers Really Want

Fawn Johnson | March 7, 2013

It's not always citizenship. They just want to do their jobs, cash their paychecks, and be left alone. A view of the immigration debate from the kitchen of your favorite restaurant.

Paul's Filibuster Draws Divisions Within GOP

Stacy Kaper and Sara Sorcher | March 7, 2013

It might not be a sign of an overnight upheaval in the leadership of Republican defense orthodoxy, but Sen. Rand Paul’s long filibuster questioning drone use in the U.S. struck a civil libertarian nerve that is illuminating divisions within GOP ranks.

Inside the Rand Paul Filibuster

Shane Goldmacher and Beth Reinhard and Stacy Kaper and Rebecca Kaplan contributed | March 7, 2013

For a politician who earned his stripes as a political outsider, Sen. Rand Paul’s filibuster performance and planning demonstrated his aptitude at the inside D.C. game.

Play of the Day: Snowquester Passes, but Sequester Remains

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 7, 2013

The clever name for the storm that (kind of) hit the Washington region Wednesday made some waves on late-night TV, with Conan O’Brien taking the opportunity to mention that Congress hasn’t gotten anything done lately. On The Colbert Report, host Stephen Colbert highlighted the use of portmanteaus like “Snowquester.”

Mr. Obama Goes to Israel (In the Spring)

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 6, 2013

Fast forward to 2:50 to see Colbert relate food to Obama’s Israel trip.

The Sequester and the Worm

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 5, 2013

Fast forward to 3:00 to see Kimmel expose pedestrians’ lack of knowledge about sequestration by asking “The Confusing Question of the Day” of people on Hollywood Blvd.

Filmmaker Lori Silverbush Tackles Nation’s Hunger Problem in ‘A Place at the Table’

Mike Magner | March 4, 2013

While she was mentoring a young girl in East Harlem, N.Y., filmmaker Lori Silverbush received a disturbing call from a teacher who said the 12-year-old was spotted foraging through the trash at school for food.

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | March 1, 2013

With President Obama and congressional Republicans unable reach a deal to avoid budget sequestration, both parties will send representatives to the Sunday Shows to discuss the impact of the cuts and cast blame. Speaker John Boehner will give the House GOP's perspective on Meet the Press, while Dire...

Daily Costs of Detaining Immigrants Led to Releases

Jody Brannon | March 1, 2013

A look at the numbers behind the recent release of illegal immigrants from several detention centers around the country.

All Sequester, All the Time

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | March 1, 2013

Fast forward to 4:25 to see Colbert use the phrase “ebola monkey” to explain his solution to get Congress to act.

Justice Sotomayor, Fighting for the Minority

Scott Bland | February 28, 2013

The Supreme Court justice's questioning in Voting Rights Act hearing shows she’s still concerned about impact of racial discrimination.

Sonia Sotomayor, Fighting in the Minority

Scott Bland | February 28, 2013

For all the attention paid to growing Hispanic influence on elections and a rising class of Hispanic political stars, the most influential Hispanic in American politics holds an unelected position. And as a major Voting Rights Act case demonstrated Wednesday, Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor seems eager to play – and even magnify – that leading role.

Why Chris Christie’s Troubles With the Base Won’t Hurt His Presidential Prospects

Elahe Izadi | February 27, 2013

He was snubbed from CPAC, but that could benefit him—both in New Jersey and for 2016.

Chris Christie is a Republican Without a Party

Jill Lawrencence | February 26, 2013

Right after New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie announced he would expand Medicaid under the new federal health law, Tea Party Nation opined in a tweet: “Liberal jello blob Chris Christie thanks Obama by expanding Obamacare to NJ.” That was followed by a #liberalsellout hashtag.

What the White House Looks Like Completely Gutted

Brian Resnick | February 26, 2013

In the late '40s, the executive mansion was in a condemnable state. To save it, everything had to go.

Don't Laugh at Italy's Elections

Matthew Cooper | February 26, 2013

Italy is dealing with austerity – with less whining than we are.

The Sequester and The Oscars

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | February 26, 2013

Colbert explain the next steps in “big government out of control” in Hollywood.

How Can Luddite Adults Help Digital-Savvy Teens?

Fawn Johnson | February 25, 2013

I am one step ahead of my 10-year-old son on my iPhone skills, but that's only because I know my iTunes password and he doesn't. He can text faster on the cheap cell phone I bought him than he can type on the cheap laptop I bought him. How am I going to keep up when he starts using those tools to keep up with his friends? And how will I handle the kids who think he's weird?

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | February 22, 2013

With one week before budget sequestration takes effect, the nation's governors are converging on D.C. for the winter meetings of the National Governors Association, and several of them will be on the Sunday shows. Meet the Press will have Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal and Massachusetts Gov. Deval Pat...

What Unites Obama's Coalition — and What Could Divide It

Ronald Brownstein | February 21, 2013

One conclusion that jumps from the Pew Research Center/USA Today national survey released Thursday is that the coalition that reelected President Obama last fall remains in step behind him — and is largely unified behind the key elements of his increasingly aggressive second-term agenda. But the poll also suggests that failure to generate more-rapid economic recovery could nonetheless strain the powerful coalition Obama has assembled.

Minorities, Women Treated Like Outsiders in Silicon Valley

Rebecca Greenfield - The Atlantic Wire | February 21, 2013

Despite emotional arguments from both inside and out of Silicon Valley that the tech world's meritocracy obsession comes with the best intentions, there are increasing calls from actual female and minority start-up employees inside the bubble who suggest very much the opposite — that outsiders are kept out, and on purpose, under the guise of inclusiveness. In Silicon Valley, it appears, start-up culture has actually reinforced its own glass ceiling.

Play of the Day: Smell Like a Mail Carrier

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | February 21, 2013

With the news that Mississippi finally ratified the 13th amendment due to Steven Spielberg’s Lincoln, The Daily Show went back to 19th Century News for the story. On NBC, Jay Leno compared the Senate to a certain famous ex-daytime television show and Jimmy Fallon noted the Chinese hacking attacks on American companies. Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel both had made good fun of the United States Postal Service’s new plan to sell postal clothing.

Menendez's Poll Numbers Take a Tumble Amid Scandal

Steven Shepard | February 21, 2013

The scandal enveloping Sen. Robert Menendez has taken a significant toll on the New Jersey Democrat's approval ratings, according to a new Quinnipiac University poll released early Thursday that shows the percentage of Garden State voters who approve of the way Menendez is handling his job as senato...

How Republicans Are Looking to Close the Digital Divide Against Democrats

Elahe Izadi | February 20, 2013

In conversations with leading Republican digital strategists, there’s an acknowledgment that the path to closing the tech gap will be difficult.

Who Is Mitch McConnell's Mystery Tea-Party Rival?

Michael Catalini | February 20, 2013

It was only weeks ago when tea-party hero Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky said he wasn't aware of any challenge from the right to his senior colleague, Republican Leader Mitch McConnell.

Play of the Day: Golf and Transparency

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | February 20, 2013

With many hosts coming back from the long weekend, late night was brimming with government and political jokes Tuesday evening. Jay Leno and Craig Ferguson went with easy digs at Congress, while Stephen Colbert came back from the short break with actual footage released by NASA, tying it to the Russian asteroid.

The Hidden Obstacles to Legal Immigration Reform

Major Garrett | February 19, 2013

If you think questions of legalization, border security, and fundamental party politics are the biggest obstacles to immigration reform, think again.

It's Not Just You: Chinese Hackers Are Terrible at Making Passwords, Too

Brian Fung | February 19, 2013

In a bit of poetic justice, the identities of two of The New York Times' hackers have become public, all because they got sloppy.

Is Obama Being Too Mean to the White House Press Corps?

Matthew Cooper | February 19, 2013

It's fine to push for access, but no reason to be a drama queen about it. Especially when the real victims are the investigative reporters.

Play of the Day: Presidents on President's Day

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | February 19, 2013

For the President’s Day holiday, the CBS late-night shows went historical, with Craig Ferguson using most of his monologue talking about George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Late Show host David Letterman used the occasion to dress a man like Lincoln and harass New York pedestrians for the Top Ten List.Barack Obama spend President’s Day vacationing in Florida, which included some golf with Tiger Woods. The Tonight Show's Jay Leno took the occasion to get shots in at Woods, while Letterman showed how Obama used his presidential power to affect his short game.Fast forward to 3:05 to watch how Obama sunk a putt on the course.

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | February 15, 2013

White House Chief of Staff Denis McDonough will make his first round of Sunday Show visits since being named chief of staff. He'll appear on Meet the Press, Face the Nation and This Week to discuss the White House's upcoming policy goals. This Week also hosts Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wisc., for an exclusi...

Play of the Day: The States (And Colbert) Take on The Banks

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | February 15, 2013

Stephen Colbert looks at the government going after Standard & Poor's.

Can Marco Rubio Live Up to the Hype?

Beth Reinhard and Scott Bland contributed | February 14, 2013

He's the GOP's Barack Obama, a fresh-faced politician with an immigrant name, a playlist full of rap, and a collection of fawning press clips. The challenge: He's selling the same old party message.

Play of the Day: North Korea's Nukes and a State of the Union

Ross Gianfortune and Government Executive | February 13, 2013

The comedy late-night shows tape in the late afternoon, so the hosts did not get to actually talk about Barack Obama’s fourth State of the Union address to Congress, but some did get some jokes in about the president. Jay Leno, Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon all had some words about the speech. Meanwhile, with North Korea conducting its third nuclear test this week, The Daily Show, Fallon and Craig Ferguson analyzed the hermit kingdom.

In a Shift for GOP, Marco Rubio Demonstrates the Power of Spanish

Beth Reinhard and George Condon contributed | February 12, 2013

By delivering the Republican response to the State of the Union speech in Spanish, Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., on Tuesday broke through an increasingly powerful language barrier between the political establishment and the nation’s fastest-growing demographic.

ABC-Univision Hopes to 'Fuse' With U.S. Hispanics

Jody Brannon | February 12, 2013

ABC and Univision hope to fuse with English-speaking Hispanics on its forthcoming 24-hour news and entertainment channel, aptly called Fusion, the companies announced Monday.

Who's Stronger on Syria, Obama or McCain?

Jill Lawrence | February 11, 2013

Obama's caution was a selling point in 2008 against McCain. Syria is showcasing another clash of their temperaments.

Could a White House Order on Cybersecurity Drop This Week?

Brian Fung | February 11, 2013

In the wake of recent high-profile hacking incidents at The New York Times and The Washington Post, the Obama administration has been speeding toward a long-anticipated executive order that would create ways for the federal government to share information with the private sector about potential cyberthreats.

Graham Threatens Brennan, Hagel Confirmations

February 11, 2013

CongressWhite HouseNational SecurityPoliticsEnergyEconomy & BudgetHealth Care TOP FIVE GRAHAM THREATENS BRENNAN, HAGEL CONFIRMATIONS. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., said Sunday on CBS News’s Face the Nation that he would take steps to delay the confirmations of President Obama’s nominees f...

Stephen Colbert Gets Cozy With Democrats

Michael Catalini | February 11, 2013

Stephen Colbert may be a comedian, but he's increasingly willing to act like a partisan Democrat.

Welcome to the Future: Congress Takes on 3-D Printing

Ben Schreckinger | February 10, 2013

Congress is being forced into the brave new world of 3-D printing.

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | February 8, 2013

This weekend the Sunday shows will look ahead to President Obama's State of the Union address, which is scheduled for Tuesday night. House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi will appear on Fox News Sunday to discuss Obama's legislative goals. Freshman Rep. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., will preview the president's...

'Lincoln' Screenwriter Fires Back at Connecticut House Member Disgruntled Over Errors

Billy House | February 8, 2013

Tony Kushner's response takes a few jabs at Rep. Joe Courtney, who had said the movie got the state's 1865 House votes on slavery wrong.

Why the GOP's Resistance to Medicaid Expansion Is Eroding

Ronald Brownstein | February 7, 2013

Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer wants her state to join the expansion, key to Obama's health care reform. Will other Republican governors follow suit?

Hill Staffer Tweets 'Me Likey Broke Girls' From Boss's Account, Gets Fired

Ben Terris | February 7, 2013

Rep. Raul Labrador's spokesman couldn't delete the errant tweet fast enough to save his job. Whoops.

Stephen Colbert Talks Up His Sister's S.C. House Campaign

Sarah Mimms | February 7, 2013

Comedian Stephen Colbert broke his silence about his sister's congressional campaign last night, acknowledging on his show that his sister, Elizabeth Colbert Busch, is seeking the Democratic nomination in the First District of their home state of South Carolina. "As a broadcast journalist, I'm obli...

Connecticut Lawmaker Admonishes Spielberg Over Errors on ‘Lincoln’ Anti-Slavery Votes

Billy House | February 5, 2013

Ahead of the Academy Awards later this month, Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Conn., on Tuesday sent a letter to Lincoln director Steven Spielberg asking him to correct what he says is an inaccuracy in the Oscar-nominated film depicting the Nutmeg State as being on the wrong side of the historic fight over slavery.

How Republicans Learned to Love the Mainstream Media

Beth Reinhard | February 5, 2013

If you’re going to declare war on the tea party, The New York Times is a good place to start.

National Journal Announces New Features and Products

February 5, 2013

Washington, D.C. – Today, National Journal announces the addition of new features and products including The Edge – a comprehensive newsletter combining the news-in-brief, leading opinions, inside scoops, and a look at the day ahead; Under the Cover and Sunday Sound Bites - two video projects in collaboration with the production company Newsy.

Hotline's Last Call!

February 1, 2013

Pres. Obama tells religious nonprofits they don't have to cover contraception; Sec/State Hillary Clinton officially resigns; ex-Sen. Scott Brown (R) says he won't run in MA SEN special; and NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg (I) may have rethink his position on guns ... as we bid farewell to The Hotline's Last Call!

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | February 1, 2013

This week's slate of Sunday shows will feature reaction to Defense Secretary-designate Chuck Hagel's marathon confirmation hearing, as well as some discussion previewing the Super Bowl. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta and Gen. Martin Dempsey, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will be on...

Lindsey Graham: An Immigration-Reform Survivor

Elahe Izadi and Fawn Johnson | January 31, 2013

Graham's bipartisan bona fides aren't (yet) hurting him in a primary back home.

Sarah Palin Leaving Fox News

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | January 25, 2013

The Sarah Palin experiment at Fox News is officially over after three years. A Fox News spokesperson confirmed on Friday that the network has parted ways with the 2008 vice presidential nominee. Palin's contract was due to expire this month, and it isn't clear what's next for the former Alaska gover...

Previewing the Sunday Shows

Christopher Peleo-Lazar | January 25, 2013

This week's Sunday shows will look back on President Obama's second inauguration and preview the coming battles in Congress. Meet the Press will host Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wisc., in an exclusive interview, followed by a a panel featuring NAACP CEO Ben Jealous and incoming Heritage Foundation President...

McAuliffe's Tendency To Exaggerate Could Come Back To Haunt Him

Dan Roem | January 25, 2013

If former Democratic National Committee Chairman Terry McAuliffe is going to have a self-inflicted wound during his run for Virginia governor, it could come as a result of his tendency to exaggerate. This week, "Politifact Virginia" published an in-depth report about whether McAuliffe and his busin...

Why Winning Georgia Is on Democrats' Minds

Josh Kraushaar | January 25, 2013

Democrats are sounding a surprisingly bullish note in the wake of Georgia Sen. Saxby Chambliss’ retirement, with DSCC executive director Guy Cecil proclaiming Georgia provides the party a real chance to win a seat in the deep South. “Georgia will now offer Democrats one of our best pick-up oppor...

One Tough-Talking Nerd: Bobby Jindal Brands Himself as Republican Reformer

Beth Reinhard | January 25, 2013

Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal is hoping that a fast-talking, brainy policy wonk can be elected president.

Biden: Buy a Shotgun If You Want To Feel Safe

George E. Condon Jr. | January 24, 2013

Vice President Joe Biden took his fight against gun violence to a video “hangout” Thursday, but ended up recommending the best gun to buy for anyone hoping to protect themselves after a natural disaster. “If you want to keep people away during an earthquake,” he said, “buy some shotgun shells.”

Gingrich to Republicans: Think Different

Beth Reinhard | January 24, 2013

The ex-House speaker rebukes Romney and says the GOP's future lies with its governors.

Chris Christie Wins Over Mark Zuckerberg

Elahe Izadi | January 24, 2013

The Republican governor of a blue state is getting support from liberals.

With Friends Like Chuck Norris and Donald Trump, How Did Netanyahu Not Do Better?

Cory Bennett | January 24, 2013

Last night on The Daily Show, Jon Stewart unearthed some terrific campaign videos from the recent Israeli elections. Apparently, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has some American friends in high places. "Israel has its own tough guy," a campaign ad starts off. "His name is Bibi Neta...

Will Biden, Ryan Cash in on Washington Experience in 2016?

Michael Catalini | January 24, 2013

Vice President Joe Biden and Paul Ryan share one glaring similarity that could make or break them in 2016 – they are leveraging their insider status to play a significant role in the future of their parties.

What Were the Accomplishments of James Buchanan, the Worst President Ever?

Brian Resnick | January 23, 2013

According to Nate Silver, he's the 43rd-greatest president. So what did he do?

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