Trump and Cruz on War and Peace
Trump is more skeptical of foreign intervention, but both promise to boost military spending and destroy ISIS.
Elections
Third Parties: A Beginner's Guide
As disgruntled Republicans ponder the possibility of bolting from the GOP, here's a guide to the world beyond the two big parties.
Donald Trump and the Heckler's Veto
How the arrest of an anti-communist Catholic priest in the 1940s explains Donald Trump's right to free speech.
Merrick Garland: "To the Right of Scalia on Criminal Justice"
"If 'right of Scalia' is what a Democratic nominee looks like, maybe we'll get better from President Trump."
The Toxicity of Trump's Aggrieved-Nation Shtick
The aggrieved-nation shtick has been the strongman's path to power many times in the past. We shouldn't discount it today.
How Sarah Palin Led the GOP to Donald Trump
Why is the Republican establishment objecting to the future they helped create?
Donald Trump's Violent Rhetoric is Protected Speech, For Now
He's come close, but Trump hasn't quite crossed the threshold of unlawful incitement to violence.
Donald Trump Is the Political Equivalent of the Financial Crisis
He's the culmination of multiple problems and factors, all exploding at once.
What's John Kasich Thinking? And Who Is Merrick Garland?
Listen to Matt Welch, Elizabeth Nolan Brown, Damon Root, and Matt Kibbe on Sirius XM channel 121 at Noon ET
Trump on His Triumph: 'I Don't Understand It. Nobody Understands It.'
Although the billionaire braggart's nomination looks increasingly likely, he is more disliked than any other presidential candidate.
Cruz's Constitutionalism Trumps Trump's Trumpism
Why the Texas senator is the least scary of the remaining major-party candidates
The Worst Campaign Promises of 2016
It can be a good thing politicians often break their promises.
Tuesday Primary Vote Results: Florida, Ohio, North Carolina, Missouri & More
Get your fresh election results.
This Media Coverage Chart Shows Why Hillary Clinton Should Be Thankful for the Citizens United Decision
If Trump gets the nomination, she's going to need the independent spending.
Is it the Ides of March for #NeverTrump?
Listen to Election Day commentary from Kyle Smith, Liz Mair, Patrick Ruffini and Matt Welch on Sirius XM Channel 121 at Noon ET
Super Delegates…to the Rescue (of Hillary Clinton)!
With great power comes great...electability (tough luck, Bernie Sanders).
Donald Trump Supporters Are Less Authoritarian Than Ted Cruz Voters
And less anti-elitist than Bernie Sanders' followers.
Clinton and Trump: Triumph of the Baby Boomers?
Obama was born in 1961. But instead of moving toward a relative youngster, voters are going for candidates born in the 1940s.
New Poll: Left-Wing Protesters Drive People into Arms of Donald Trump
Trump canceling Chicago event made Republicans more likely to vote for him.
When You Picture President Trump, Think of Biff Tannen Crossed with Richard Nixon
A man who winks at a little lawless violence on his behalf isn't going to have many objections to lawless government.
China Points to Donald Trump as an Example of Democracy
But he'd be a better fit for an autocracy
Was the 'Libertarian Moment' Wishful Thinking? Cato Debates This Wednesday
Come see Matt Welch, David Boaz, Conor Friedersdorf, and Ramesh Ponnuru March 16 at 6 p.m. ET
The Chicago Trump Rally and 'Safe Spaces' for Democracy
Within the left's own framework of speech and language and violence, protesters have been invading Trumpkins' safe spaces for months.
The Main Casualty of Canceled Trump Rally Is The *Idea* of Free Speech
The GOP frontrunner needs to change his tune and so do "#shutitdown" protesters.
Donald Trump's Plan to Preserve Social Security by Eliminating Waste, Fraud, and Abuse Doesn't Even Come Close to Adding Up
Trump wants to cover a $150 billion gap with $3 billion in savings.
GOP Debate: Donald Trump Renders Political Correctness Meaningless
"I don't want to be so politically correct," said Trump.
Reason Live Tweets the GOP Debate
Trump, Kasich, Rubio, and Cruz meet in Miami for another CNN debate
Sen. Jeff Flake on Why GOP Cuba Policy Is Wrong
"I have no idea," Lech Walesa told the Arizona Republican, "why you guys have a museum of socialism 90 miles from your shore & you won't let anybody visit it."
Dear Tim Cook: Republicans Aren't Your Allies & Neither Are Democrats But Libertarians Are
The real axis in American politics is authoritarianism vs. libertarianism.
The Most Ridiculous Argument for Hillary Clinton That You'll See Today
Take a bow, Jonathan Alter!
(UPDATED) Trump Supporter Sucker-Punches Protester, Police Respond by Handcuffing Protester
Multiple videos depict violent incident at last night's Trump rally.
Listen to Matt Welch Talk Dem & GOP Debates All Day on SiriusXM Insight
Channel 121, 11 a.m. and 10:30 p.m. ET; call in at 877-974-7487
On Trade, Trump and Sanders are Two Peas in a Rotten Pod
Sanders and Trump are flaming protectionists, which means they peddle perhaps the oldest, most-thoroughly discredited economics doctrine ever spoken.
3 Surprising Exchanges From the Democratic Debate
Hillary Clinton's emails, Obama's deportations, and the Libyan fiasco each provided a meaningful moment.
Bernie Sanders' Free Trade Mythology
More economic illiteracy from the Vermont socialist.
Bernie Sanders Is Right to Trash the Ex-Im Bank
Hillary Clinton's rebuttal shows her crony corporatist side.
Hillary Clinton Should Stop Playing Dumb
The secretary of state turned 2016 presidential candidate is smart, shrewd, and experienced enough to recognize a state secret when she sees one.
Rand Paul Mocks Hillary Clinton For Spending $90,000 on a Campaign Playlist, Offers His Own List For Her
Playlist reflects some of her character traits and policy record
Reason Live Tweets the Democratic Debate
Reason staffers provide instant commentary as Clinton and Sanders face off in Miami
Maybe This Time the Democrats Will Talk About Foreign Policy at the Debate
There were no foreign policy questions at the last debate
The Real Fight in the GOP Is Between Authoritarianism and Libertarianism
Donald Trump and Ted Cruz vs. Rand Paul, Justin Amash, and Thomas Massie.
Bernie Sanders' Political Revolution Is a $15 Trillion Tax Hike
Even middle class earners would be hit with a sizable tax increase under Sanders' plans.
Dems Urge Debate Moderators to Ask Clinton and Sanders About Abortion
Both are broadly pro-choice, but Democrats want more specifics about their views and policy proposals.
