Clinton Speech Shows Political Center Shifting Left
But she must still come up with new policies.
Democratic Party (US)
Democrats Cave, Give Obama Trade Authority
Democrats U-turn and support their president after all.
Obama’s Democrats Block Progress on Trade Deal
Barack Obama’s own Democrats refuse to give him negotiating authority for a twelve-nation trade pact.
Token Opposition Mixed Blessing for Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton wants to avoid a coronation but must be careful not to lurch to the left.
Trade Deal Divides Democrats, Bush Criticizes Clinton
Jeb Bush criticizes Hillary Clinton for backpedaling on a trade agreement that has divided Democrats.
Democrats, Republicans Finally Talking About the Same Problem
Both parties recognize that life has become too hard for middle America. They disagree about what to do.
Hillary Clinton Announces Candidacy to Succeed Obama
The former secretary of state finally declares her candidacy for the Democratic nomination.
Hardening Attitudes, Party Asymmetry Root of Gridlock
Democrats’ and Republicans’ inability to compromise has roots going back decades.
Obama’s “War on Coal” Is Final Straw for Appalachia Democrats
Appalachian Mountain voters were never liberal. Now they’ve definitively switched to Republicans.
Fresh Hope for Compromise as Republicans Take Senate
It might be in both parties’ interest to produce some compromises in the next two years.
Republicans’ Congressional Victory Will Be Bittersweet
As long as Barack Obama remains in the White House, there is not going to be a change in policy.
It’s Not Just Republicans Who Have Abandoned the Center
A survey shows supporters of both major parties in America have become more radical in their views.
Recession-Era Americans Could Radicalize Democrats
Americans who have come of age in the middle of the recession want big government again.
Suddenly, Democrats Seem Intransigent in Budget Showdown
By seeking to delay rather than repeal the president’s health law, opposition Republicans seem reasonable.
Democrats’ Resistance to Pension Reform Unfounded
Members of the president’s party insist Social Security doesn’t contribute to the deficit.