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In debate, candidates get tough on China
Mark Garrison Oct 22, 2012
As the presidential race shifts towards foreign policy, the candidates trade jabs over China on outsourcing and currency manipulation.
Nate Silver on political polling in the cellphone and social media age
David Brancaccio Oct 22, 2012
Nate Silver, who tracks polls at the New York Times blog Five Thirty Eight, says that technology is great for forecasting political races, if we use it correctly.
Mystery group spends $1 million opposing Obama
Rachael Marcus Oct 19, 2012
'Citizen Awareness Project' based in Colorado
Secret campaign donations -- so what?
Mark Garrison Oct 18, 2012
Nonprofit social welfare organizations may become more potent political donors than super PACs. And they don't have to disclose who gave money.
Koch-funded groups attack Obama for 'war on coal'
Rachael Marcus Oct 18, 2012
Ads target swing states of Ohio and Virginia.
The "spring break" president?
Rachael Marcus Oct 17, 2012
New attack ad from a Tea Party PAC says Obama is the one who's out of touch with Americans
Debates more significant than usual
Frank Newport Oct 17, 2012
Last night's second presidential debate between President Obama and Governor Romney was fiery and full of pocketbook issues. Will the debate impact the short term polls and the final election outcome?
Yes, some voters are still undecided
Frank Newport Oct 16, 2012
As Gov. Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama prepare to meet again for tonight's second presidential debate, they'll face not only the moderator and each other, but undecided voters.
Super PAC quarterly report sheds light on donors
Rachael Marcus Oct 16, 2012
Notable donors include the National Education Association, Bob Perry and Foster Friess
Checking up on Medicare
David Gura Oct 16, 2012
Just in time for the second presidential debate, Medicare, the patient, goes to see "Dr. Obama" and "Dr. Romney."
