Elections
Rand Paul Isn't Perfectly Libertarian, But He's the Best Presidential Contender We've Got
Yes, he avoids alienating conservatives. But has he violated his principles?
Three Questions About Rand Paul
How his presidential campaign can help or hurt the cause of liberty
The Earl Weaver Case for Rand Paul's Libertarianism
Instead of dwelling on how the candidate falls short on foreign policy, it's worth imagining what a President Paul might do
Marco Rubio Is Inclined to Raid State-Licensed Marijuana Businesses
The presidential contender says "we need to enforce our federal laws" in states with legal pot.
I Don't Care Which Presidential Candidates Would Attend Gay Weddings and Neither Should You
The debate gets really tiresome as we wait for the Supreme Court to rule.
Inside the Raids and Investigations that Targeted Wisconsin's Conservative Leaders
Sunrise SWAT raids and secrecy orders
Why Chris Christie's Vow to Suppress Marijuana Legalization Is Risky
Most Republicans think the feds should not interfere.
Who Is This Mike Huckabee Guy, and Is He Running for President?
He says he'll tell us his plans on May 5.
Mike Huckabee Attacks Chris Christie Over Social Security and Medicare
Opposes raising the eligibility age or means-testing the programs
Jeb Bush Calls for Deference from Senate on Loretta Lynch's A.G. Nomination
'I think presidents have the right to pick their team'
Why Are the Democrats So Old and Tired?
2016 field so far looks like an AARP convention, minus the Viagra
Lincoln Chafee Will Probably Get Eaten Alive by Hillary Clinton, But Take a Look Anyway
Former R.I. senator really hoping people still care about Clinton's Iraq War vote.
Marco Rubio's 7 Lousy Foreign Policy Judgments
If you liked George W. Bush, you'll love the guy who think Bush did a 'fantastic job'
Marco Rubio Is a Risky Bet For the GOP in 2016
The freshman Florida senator has a mixed record on the issues.
Rand Paul: Trapped in an Unwinnable War of Gay Marriage Semantics
His efforts to get his position across don't seem to be working, but whose fault is that?
Marco Rubio Is the Anti-Rand Paul on Foreign Policy
The two Tea Party senators-turned presidential aspirants present clashing visions of American power
Millennials Are More Likely to Identify as Libertarians. Why That's Good News for Rand Paul.
1 in 5 say yes to libertarianism.
Hillary Clinton on Guns: Not a Big Fan
The presidential candidate, who once supported licensing and registration, says resistance to gun control "terrorizes" the nation.
Ready for Hillary? Take Our Quiz and Find Out!
Test your knowledge about the Democratic frontrunner.
What Does Hillary Clinton Stand For? Getting Elected President, Apparently.
Campaign site is all about the biography, not the issues.
Hillary Clinton Announces Candidacy: 'I'm Hitting the Road to Earn Your Vote'
"Everyday Americans need a champion. I want to be that champion."
36 Questions on the Criminal Justice System for 2016's Presidential Hopefuls
Radley Balko wonders how important criminal justice reform and civil liberties will be in this election cycle.
Rand Paul: As Pro-Second Amendment as They Come, Cast Out by NRA
Internal gun rights movement politics keep NRA away from Rand Paul.
Republicans Evenly Split on Iran Deal
The party elites may hate the agreement, but rank-and-file Republicans aren't sure.
Why It's So Hard to Like Rand Paul
The 2016 presidential candidate's commitment to libertarian political philosophy only goes as far as his chosen views allow.
Rand Paul and Ted Cruz: Separated at Birth? Uh, No.
Two very different candidate test themselves with the Republican Party, and maybe the American people
Here's the Lamest Liberal Attack on Rand Paul You'll Read Today
The 2016 presidential campaign is going to be a long haul. Let's try to stick to the facts as it gets rolling.