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Former Aides Say Ron Paul Signed Off On Racist Newsletters

Yet more revelations about Ron Paul’s newsletters.

GDP Growth 2.8% In 4th Quarter: Not Great, Not Good, Barely Okay

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Another weak GDP report that portends stagnation ahead.

Jurassic Newt

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If you thought that Newt Gingrich’s idea for a Moon Base that eventually becomes an American state was a bit wacky, back in the 90s the former Speaker was talking about resurrecting the dinosaurs: The former House speaker has long been known for his boyish enthusiasm for subjects like dinosaurs, zoos and outer space. And [...]

The Birthers Go Down To Georgia

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You thought the birthers went away? Silly you.

Romney Fights, Gingrich Falters In Final Florida Debate

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It was another big night for Mitt Romney. A night that may just have helped him lock up the Florida Primary.

Son Of Secretary Of Transportation Barred From Leaving Egypt

The son of Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood is among a group of Americans who are being barred from leaving Egypt: CAIRO — The Egyptian authorities have blocked the son of a United States cabinet member and at least five other American employees of two Washington-backed nongovernmental organizations from leaving Egypt in an apparent escalation [...]

Heading Into Crucial Debate, Romney Has Florida Momentum

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Right now the situation in Florida is Advantage: Romney. But, will it last after tonight’s debate?

The Jan Brewer/Barack Obama Incident: The Video

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It doesn’t necessarily add very much to what we’ve already heard about what happen, but the Associated Press has released video of President Obama’s arrival in Arizona yesterday, and his encounter on the tarmac with Arizona Governor Jan Brewer. Unfortunately, the  President’s limosene was between the cameraman and where the President or Governor were standing [...]

Barney Frank Marrying Jim Ready

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Barney Frank is marrying a dude, further proving just how gay he is.

Bob Dole Unloads On Newt Gingrich

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The Republican old guard is continuing to become more public about their problems with Newt Gingrich, and today the man who led Congress with Gingrich for two years pretty much throws the former Speaker under the bus: I have not been critical of Newt Gingrich but it is now time to take a stand before [...]

Is There An American Cultural Divide?

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Have Americans divided themselves into what are becoming increasingly different cultures?

Drudge Report Becomes Gingrich Report

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The entire above-the-fold of Drudge Report is devoted to anti-Gingrich stories, which continue on scrolling.

Moon Base Newt

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Wait until you hear about Newt Gingrich’s new out of this world idea.

OTB Caption Contest

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Time for the Thursday OTB Caption ContestTM

Ariz. Governor Jan Brewer’s Really Bad Photo Op

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Arizona Governor Jan Brewer was on hand to greet President Obama when he landed at the airport in Phoenix today, then things just went badly: Arizona Governor Jan Brewer traded words with President Obama after she greeted him at a Phoenix airport Wednesday. Brewer and Obama “spoke intensely for a few minutes” after he landed [...]

Romney And Gingrich Neck And Neck In Florida

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It’s pretty much a dead heat in Florida between Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney.

Haditha Massacre Sentence Outrageous But Correct

U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Frank Wuterich leaves the courtroom after his sentencing at Camp Pendleton

My latest for The Atlantic explains, “Why We Should Be Glad the Haditha Massacre Marine Got No Jail Time.”

Egypt’s Unfinished Revolution

One year later, Egypt’s revolution remains unfinished.

The American Public Is Not SEAL Team Six

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Last night’s State Of The Union Address contained another unfortunate example of the prevalence of militaristic rhetoric in domestic politics.

Mitch Daniels Gets The Worst Job In Politics

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Mitch Daniels got the unenviable task of responding to the State Of The Union Address last night.

What Newt Gingrich Really Thought Of Ronald Reagan

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He may be praising Ronald Reagan now, but Newt Gingrich was singing a different tune in the 1980s.

Navy SEAL Team Rescues American From Somali Pirates

Last night as he walked into the House Chamber to deliver the State of the Union, President Obama singled out Secretary of Defense Panetta, now we know why: KHARTOUM, Sudan — American commandos raced into Somalia on Wednesday morning and rescued two aid workers, including an American woman, after a shootout with Somali pirates who [...]

State of the Union Post Mortem

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The speech did exactly what it was supposed to do: kick off Obama’s re-election campaign while disguised as a call for unity.

OTB Caption Contest Winners

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The You Shall Not Pass Edition OTB Caption ContestTM is now over.

Newt Gingrich Apparently Can’t Debate Without His Cheering Section

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Newt Gingrich was wondering where his audience was last night.

Federal Judge Orders Defendant To Reveal PGP Password To Law Enforcement

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A Federal Judge deals with the clash between individual rights, law enforcement, and technology.

Correction of the Day

An earlier version of this article incorrectly stated whom Newt Gingrich is said to have asked for an “open marriage.” It was an ex-wife, not his current wife.

Mitt Romney’s Misleading Claims About The United States Navy

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Mitt Romney is making claims about Naval readiness that are, at best, misleading.

Mitt Romney’s Tax Returns: Much Ado About Very Little

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The reaction to the release of Mitt Romney’s tax returns is about what you’d expect.

More on Dream Candidates

E.D. Kain: To be quite honest, all these dream candidates people keep swooning over – Mitch Daniels, Chris Christie, etc. – aren’t all that much different than Romney. Governors, somewhat more moderate than the vanguard of the conservative movement. The big difference is that they have no organization, they aren’t on any ballots, and they [...]

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