presidency
Ted Cruz and Immigration — from a Cuban Prison to an Iowa Parking Lot
Will Texas Senator Ted Cruz, a staunch opponent of immigration reform who was born in Canada to a Cuban father, endure Obama levels of scrutiny from his Tea Party supporters?
Why Won't Obama Let More Drug Offenders Out of Jail Early?
Since the Eisenhower years, presidents have tended to relegate granting clemency to the holiday season, treating pardons like gifts. Unless something changes soon, President Obama will go down as one of the shittiest Santas in history.
Brazil's Presidential Run-Off Pits Dilma Rousseff Against Centrist Aecio Neves
Business-friendly former governor of Minas Gerais capitalized on economic frustration to defeat favorite Marina Silva in the first round of voting.
What's Wrong with the US Secret Service?
The Secret Service has a number of phantoms to confront, including a cadre of supervisors who might have been good agents but make very bad managers of human beings. Another big problem: rampant alcoholism.
Erdogan Sworn In as Turkey's New President
After leading the government for 11 years as prime minister, Erdogan has signaled that his presidency will mark the next stage of his plans for the country.
Sisi's Presidency Is Inevitable, but Egypt’s Future Remains Uncertain
When Sisi wins, he will face a broken economy, an out-of-control security sector, and impatient countrymen eager for solutions.
Good Morning, Sinners... with Warren Ellis - The Trail of Blood on the Floor
During the first presidential debate, Obama looked like a man who was really ready to not be president any more. Maybe the weight of killing for a living is finally getting to him.
The Six Names You Won't Hear at the Democratic National Convention
Joe Biden summed up the essence of Obama’s reelection campaign months ago. “Osama bin Laden is dead and General Motors is alive." These duel sentiments will be showcased at the DNC over the next few days, the slightest glimmers of hope amplified to...