Merkel: E.U. Will Become More Federalized
But says there are other things to worry about at the moment
Politics
First Buddhist Senator and First Hindu Representative Elected
Both Hawaiian Democratic politicians
Can the GOP Embrace Hispanics and Small Government at the Same Time?
The Republican coroners dissecting Mitt Romney's campaign will likely submit competing diagnoses for what ultimately did him in, but at this point many of them seem to agree that the GOP's refusal to court Hispanics is a top contender.
Romney's Future Role in GOP Unclear
Will have to find something else to do after running for president for six years
Some Stocks Expected to Surge Thanks to Obama Reelection
Despite falling stock markets, some stand to gain
Chinese Activists Notice Differences Between U.S. and Chinese Elections
Envious of American-style democracy
Charter Schools, Teachers Unions Both End Up Winners at the Polls
Reforms to teaching rules fail, but voters see increased interest in education alternatives
Mississippi Students Riot After Obama Win
Sore losers set fire to signs and allegedly use racist language
A Total of Nine Marijuana Initiatives Passed
A handful of cities also voted to decriminalize possession
Independent Spending Had Little Impact on Election Results
Can folks just stop shrieking about Citizens United?
Speculation About Pelosi's Future as GOP Keeps Control of House
Does she want to remain minority leader?
NJ to Require Judges Contribute to Pension Fund
Good luck getting that speeding ticket thrown out!
Montana Bans Health Insurance Mandates
Approves tighter regulations on medical marijuana use
Did Libertarians Cost The GOP a Montana Senate Seat?
Even a Ron Paul-endorsed Republican Senate candidate couldn't win the hearts of Libertarian Party voters in Montana. Danny Rehberg lost in a squeaker (not called til this morning) against incumbent Democrat Jon Tester, while Libertarian Dan Cox got 5 percent.
Presidents Usually Have Lousy Second Terms, They Also Don't Win With Unemployment This High
President Obama enters his second term
Russian Leaders Congratulate Obama on Second Term
Now they've got that "space" Obama mentioned
Charter School Proposals Pass in Washington, Georgia
Washington will establish first set of schools; Georgia will allow state to override district rejections
How Legal Will Pot Be in Colorado and How Soon?
Amendment 64, the marijuana legalization initiative that Colorado voters approved yesterday, must be signed into law within 30 days by Gov. John Hickenlooper, who has indicated he will do so.
Natural Disasters and the Case for Big Government
The New York Times declares "a big storm requires big government," and my liberal neighbors agree.
New Jersey Approves $750 Million in New Borrowing, Pension Reform for Judges
Both NJ ballot questions passed with significant majorities
Openly Gay GOP Congressional Challenger Tisei Loses in Tight Mass. Race
Incumbent Tierney wins by 4,000 votes
Success, Libertarian Party-Style (Or, the Glory of Low Expectations)
If you scripted Gary Johnson's character in a movie, critics would roll their eyes and advise you to tone it down.
Gay Marriage Wins Support in all Four States Voting on the Matter
Marry all the dudes! (or ladies, if that's your thing)
Filner Ekes Out Narrow Win as San Diego's Mayor
Fends off openly gay libertarian Republican Carl DeMaio
School Reform Measures in Idaho Fail
Voters reject regulations to restrict teacher union power,eliminate tenure
Calif. Prop. to Restrict Campaign Donations, Union Deductions Defeated
If union members want to fight their leadership, they'll have to do it themselves
Colorado Governor: Don't Break Out the Cheetos or Goldfish
That president you just re-elected, he's kind of waging a war on states with laws much more conservative than ours is
Thinly Disguised Measure to Restrict Political Freedom Fails, Better Disguised Measure to Restrict Sexual Freedom Passes
Proposition 32 loses, Proposition 35 wins.
Opponents of Virginia's Eminent Domain Initiative Made the Best Case for It
Making life easier for government is not a good reason to infringe individual rights.
DEA Responds to Legal Weed in Colorado and Washington: "Enforcement of the Controlled Substances Act remains unchanged"
Despite the passage of ballot initiatives in Washington and Colorado legalizing recreational marijuana, "the Drug Enforcement Administration's enforcement of the Controlled Substances Act remains unchanged," a DEA spokesperson told Reason this morning.
Britain to Deal With Syrian Rebels Directly, Turkey Says NATO Discussing Use of Patriot Missiles
Elections have consequences thousands of miles away
Chris Matthews: "I'm So Glad We Had That Storm Last Week"
What's 100+ deaths and billions in property destruction when it might be what it takes to decide a tight race?
Science Wins in California - Proposition 37 Fails
The San Francisco Chronicle is reporting this morning that Proposition 37 that - on specious "right-to-know" grounds - would have required labeling foods containing ingredients from biotech enhanced crops has failed.
