Boehner Did More for Fiscal Conservatism Than Ryan
The former House speaker was reviled by conservatives, but he did more to control spending.
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Ryan Joins Exodus of House Republicans
Paul Ryan’s retirement sends a terrible message to Republican Party actors: that he expects them to lose in November.
How Can Ryan Possibly Believe Trump Should Be President?
The House leader says he can no longer defend Donald Trump, but he still supports the Republican nominee.
Ryan’s Excuse for Supporting Trump Is Embarrassing
The speaker claims he and Donald Trump have “more common ground than disagreement.”
Ryan Has Long Way to Go to Restore Trust in Politics
The Republican’s speech is a start, but Americans’ trust in their institutions of government isn’t easily restored.
Republicans Overpromised (And Some Know It)
Republican leader Paul Ryan urges lawmakers to stop making promises they know they can’t keep.
Republicans Push Back Against Trump’s Pessimism
Few of the candidates dispute Donald Trump’s declinism. But other Republicans are pushing back.
Budget Deal Gives Short-Term Relief, No Long-Term Improvement
A bipartisan agreement could end uncertainty around spending and taxes but doesn’t address entitlements.
Health, Security Disputes Reveal Republican Divide
The real divide in the Republican Party isn’t one of ideology, but of electoral realism.
Ryan Seeks Balanced Budget Through Health Savings
The Republican’s budget plan repeals and reins in health-care entitlements.
Abundantly Clear What “Makes Sense” to Republicans
Timothy Geithner knows better than to pretend Republicans don’t have a budget plan.
Republicans Look for New Leader After Election Defeat
The Republican Party has a long list of possible presidential contenders for 2016.
Democrats Face Crucial Choice on Entitlement Reform
Time is running out to preserve the American social safety net programs.
Ryan’s Struggles Betray Party’s Foreign Policy Rupture
The vice presidential candidate could hardly defend a foreign policy that is incoherent.
Ryan’s Medicare Plan Would Lower Insurance Costs
The Republican’s plan to reform seniors’ health care would save money.