Democrats, Republicans Could Change Places
The next party realignment could see Democrats become more pro-market than Republicans.
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Reporters, Learn to Stop Worrying About Clinton-Trump
Journalists can’t seem to help themselves but imagine ways in which Hillary Clinton might lose.
Not Just the Lesser of Two Evils: The Case for Clinton
The former secretary of state may have a chance to rehabilitate the art of politics.
Culture, Power, Geopolitics: How All Three Explain Us
Geert Hofstede’s cultural dimensions theory helps us understand why states behave the way they do.
Donald Trump and the Strongman’s Temptation
Like strongmen everywhere, the Republican promises to deliver greatness through the sheer force of his personality.
Middle-Class Americans Need a New Deal
A middle-class life is out of reach for too many Americans.
Republicans Look to Prevent a “Trump” in 2020
Party insiders are figuring out ways to prevent another outsider from winning in four years’ time.
How Did “the” Party Decide on Trump?
Donald Trump seems to defy the theory that “the party decides” presidential contests. How did he do it?
Trump Candidacy Divides Republican Office Holders
Some are ready to make peace with the property tycoon, others can’t bring themselves to support him.
Trump Really Is an Extraordinarily Weak Candidate
Be skeptical of anyone who claims the Republican can somehow prevail over Hillary Clinton.
Cruz’ Weaknesses Were Obvious from the Start
The transparency of the senator’s ambitions worked against him from the day he announced his candidacy.
Don’t Heed the Appeals of Trump’s Apologists
A Donald Trump candidacy is too high a price to pay for Republican Party unity or defeating Hillary Clinton.
Clinton Will Struggle to Win Over Coal Country
The deindustrializing Appalachian Mountain states seem tailor-made for Donald Trump.
Trump Seeks Validation for America — And Himself
The Republican candidate promises to lead an America that will be respected in the world again.
Republicans Could Go All the Way to California
Normally an afterthought in presidential politics, California could be decisive for the Republicans this year.