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McCain defends comments about Hamas, Obama
John McCain justifies his statement that Hamas wants Barack Obama to be president by saying he's only discussing what's of interest to voters.
Vincent Rossmeier May 9, 2008
Economics 101: Obama vs. McCain
And then there were two. In a speech delivered by Obama in Oregon, Hillary Clinton is yesterday's news
Andrew Leonard May 9, 2008
McCain and the Latino vote
Republicans desperately need not to alienate a key -- and growing -- demographic, and McCain may actually help his party there, but the nativist base is already hampering his efforts.
Alex Koppelman May 8, 2008
McCain's judicial philosophy
In a speech focusing on the kinds of judges he'd appoint if elected president, John McCain gives a preview of the tightrope he'll have to walk as the general election nears.
Alex Koppelman May 7, 2008
The general election and the economy
If a down economy spells doom for the incumbent party, why is McCain doing so well in national polls? Paul Krugman has a possible explanation.
Andrew Leonard May 7, 2008
McCain supports cloning
When it comes to Justices Alito and Roberts.
Lynn Harris May 7, 2008
We all need a little Swift Boat in our lives
At a rally, John McCain thanked a veteran who told him that his campaign needs a "Swift Boat" reprise.
Vincent Rossmeier May 2, 2008
Quote of the day
Hurting because of higher gas prices? John McCain feels your pain.
Alex Koppelman May 1, 2008
More fighting over gas tax proposal
The presidential candidates continued battling over a proposal for a "holiday" from the federal gas tax even as more experts weighed in to dismiss the utility of the idea.
Alex Koppelman Apr 30, 2008
Webb calls out McCain on G.I. bill comments
The two senators, both veterans, are sparring over increased education benefits for soldiers.
Vincent Rossmeier Apr 30, 2008
The gas tax battle continues
Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama sparred Tuesday over Clinton's -- and John McCain's -- support for a summer holiday from federal gas taxes.
Alex Koppelman Apr 29, 2008
McCain's nondisclosure disclosure
It appears John McCain may have used his wife to keep from having to fully reveal his finances.
Alex Koppelman Apr 28, 2008
On taxes, Straight Talk Express off the rails
John McCain was against Republican tax-cutting philosophy before he was for it.
Alex Koppelman Apr 25, 2008
McCain: "Clear who Hamas wants to be the next president"
John McCain seizes on positive comments about Barack Obama made by a Hamas advisor, but it was Bush's policies that boosted the group.
Alex Koppelman Apr 25, 2008
Will McCain denounce Floyd Brown?
It's time for the GOP to finally repudiate the creator of the infamous Willie Horton ad, who is back smearing Obama.
By Joe Conason Apr 25, 2008
Anti-Obama ad a winner for McCain
If someone planned a strategy for the North Carolina GOP's ad attacking Obama, and John McCain's response, he or she did a great job.
Alex Koppelman Apr 24, 2008
Will the Democrats flop in Denver?
If they arrive at the convention still divided over their star, they risk being upstaged by John McCain.
By Mike Madden Apr 24, 2008
Red State Update: Older and madder than John McCain
Jackie Browles has John McCain beat when it comes to bad temper. Just watch his ad!
Apr 22, 2008
McCain's gassy tax relief
An economics and transportation expert evaluates the presidential hopeful's plan to suspend the gas tax: "It's a terrible idea."
By Katharine Mieszkowski Apr 21, 2008
Obama, get ready for the "Clinton rules"
As Wednesday's awful debate proves, it won't matter who the presidential nominee is -- the press will play footsie with McCain and attack the Democrat.
By Joe Conason Apr 18, 2008
What will they really do about Iraq?
McCain, Clinton and Obama have all made broad pronouncements about how they'd handle the war as president. But how do their plans hold up under scrutiny?
By Mark Benjamin Apr 17, 2008
Anti-abortion, pro-Obama
Casey, Roemer seek "new consensus," "common ground"
Lynn Harris Apr 16, 2008
McCain's lack of candor on reproductive rights
On issues like abortion and sex education, the candidate is neither as moderate nor as principled as some might think.
By Joe Conason Apr 11, 2008
No, Hillary Clinton shouldn't be winning
Sean Wilentz spun a fantasy in his Salon piece about Clinton's electability. In the real world, it's Barack Obama who's more electable.
By Brad DeLong Apr 10, 2008
Quote of the day
On the anniversary of the assassination of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., John McCain tries to apologize for voting against the King holiday.
Alex Koppelman Apr 4, 2008
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