Bernie Sanders, First Libertarian Socialist?
Could he be two thirds of the way there?
Election 2016
Watch Matt Welch Talk Campaign 2016 on Tonight's Kennedy at 8 p.m. ET MIDNIGHT*
Republicans for Hillary, Americans against monarchy, and the lack of a Democratic Plan B are among the topics
Corporate Political Spending Is Helping Bernie Sanders Succeed. Why Does He Want To Ban It?
To progressive campaign finance reformers, freedom of speech depends on who you are or what you say.
What's in Scott Walker's National Labor Reform Plans?
Wisconsin governor wants to bring his most successful battle to the White House
Carly Fiorina Uses Trump Dis to Her Advantage in New Campaign Ad
Yes, "look at this face," Fiorina demands.
The 5 Craziest Things GOP Candidates Have Said About Immigration
Trump, Carson, Walker, et al turn their backs on Ronald Reagan in favor of nonsense, xenophobia, and outright cruelty.
Deal or No Deal with Iran? Trump, Beck, Levin, and Bachmann Talk to Reason TV
What we saw at the Rally Against the Iran Nuclear Deal.
The Strange, Surprising Post-Summer Shape of the 2016 Presidential Race
Donald Trump is leading the GOP field-and closing in on Hillary Clinton.
Trumpmania Indicates Possible Rough Waters for Conservative Criminal Justice Reform
Will fearmongering force back the opportunity to scale back laws?
Half of Republican Voters Now Support Trump or Carson
The Donald might turn out be the new Rick or Rudy, but we haven't seen this kind of sustained outsider enthusiasm in recent history
Joe Biden Entering Campaign Mode, Slams Economy
Even President Obama's number two is finding it comfortable running in part against the president's record, although he won't say as much.
Between Trump and Carson, There's Not Much Room for Huckabee
And if they stumble, it's Cruz who's best positioned to gain.
The Conservative Anti-Trump Club
George Will, Glenn Beck, Karl Rove, John Podhoretz and many others aim their poison pens at the GOP frontrunner
Jeb Bush: Brother George Blew It on "Fiscal Restraint"
Former Florida governor criticizes his older brother's presidency on first Colbert show. But is GOP really party of "limited govt"?
Behind Trump's Appeal? 'You're Fired!'
Compare the ruthless accountability imposed within the televised Trump world with the lack of accountability in the federal government.
Restrictionist Trump Fans Revolt Against Pro-Restrictionism National Review
Populist conservatism continues to eat itself in Campaign 2016
No, 'the System' Is Not Broken
Not getting what you want from the government isn't a sign of failure.
Matt Welch Explains Why Hillary Clinton is a Brazen Liar
The email scandal only gets worse.
Lawrence Lessig Enters the Presidential Race
The Harvard law prof said he'd enter the race if he could raise $1 million by Labor Day. This morning he hit his goal.
Kasich: Drug Freedom Confuses Kids So You Can't Have Any
Governor opposes marijuana legalization, but may allow federalist experiments as president.
As Republicans Go Batshit on Immigration, Democrats Turn Into Sweet Angels
Both sides have pulled a switcheroo to play identity politics with their base
Hillary Clinton's Kinder, Gentler War on Drugs Sounds Like Nixon's
The presumptive Democratic nominee promises to eliminate addiction once and for all.
Immigration and the Constitution
The Constitution does not delegate to the federal government power over immigration, only over naturalization.
Hillary Clinton Is a Brazen Liar (in 30 Seconds)
"I have said repeatedly that I did not send nor receive classified material."
Scott Walker's Pandering, Cringe-Worthy Presidential Campaign
He started as a governor running on his accomplishments. He turned into a politician who couldn't describe what he'd do.
Rand Paul Argues for Private Marriage Contracts but Also Defends Clerk Not Doing Her Job
Guess which part of the answer gets the most attention?
Carly Fiorina Will Likely Qualify for Main CNN Republican Debate
Rules change means that recent polling will count.
Republicans LOVE Comparing Immigrants (and Tourists) to FedEx Packages
Anatomy of an authoritarian GOP meme, from Newt Gingrich joke to Chris Christie proposal
Updated: Read THREE (and one fake!) of the Most Embarrassing Hillary Clinton Emails Ever!
No man is a hero to his valet. And no secretary of state looks good asking for TV listings, envying Princess Di's P.R., and following up on gelfite fish.
Hot August Fright: The Month Republicans Lost Their Minds Over Immigration
From deporting U.S. citizens to electronically tagging tourists, the top 14 Republican presidential candidates each said something insane about immigration this month
Another 150 Classified Emails Found in Latest Hillary Clinton Communications Dump
Actually, there is classified material.
You Tune Into the VMAs for Miley Cyrus and Kanye West, You Get Pot Legalization Agitprop
...from Hillary Clinton supporters, no less.
The Fantasy Lives of Washington Post Columnists
The dream of a president who doesn't "worry about satisfying constituencies"
Kanye West Announces Presidential Bid in 2020, Claims Millennial Status
Endorsed Hillary Clinton earlier this month.
The FBI Is Investigating Whether Hillary Clinton Violated the Espionage Act, According to Fox News
Also, lots of people think Clinton is a liar.
Watch Matt Welch at 8 p.m. ET on Stossel's 'Presidential Race 2016'
From Trump to Rand, Hillary to Webb, spending and guns and taxes and drugs and war!
For Your What-Do-Rappers-Who-Play-Cops-Think-of-the-Presidential-Candidates File
Law & Order: Twitter Unit
Scott Walker's Turn to Beat the War Drums on Radical Islam
While earlier this week Rand Paul told voters if they're eager for war they should look elsewhere.
Donald Trump's Nativist Campaign is Rallying Racist Supporters
The candidate's aggressive opposition to immigration is a big part of his appeal.
Carly Fiorina Takes Rand Paul's Place in Republican Top 10
But Donald Trump continues to dominate the GOP field, with Ben Carson capturing second place.
