Politics Archive
Archives for August 2015


The media — and the public — might be able to help in some situations.


Many journalists are saying Ramos deserves at least some of the blame. Here’s why.


The ‘60s transformed the politics of guns.


Cantor was viewed by the GOP base as being too close to the establishment and wealthy elites, and not conservative enough on immigration.


Workers everywhere from McDonald’s to Walmart could be affected.


A website that was little known outside of LGBTQ circles is triggering a huge debate about sex work and prostitution.


The former CNN host had a pretty regrettable exchange with a fan who happened to be Saudi.


Even with all that money, the challenges remain big for Uber in China.


— and 9 more things to know to start the day.


The search giant puts out a combative defense to the EU antitrust charges.


It’s Bidenmentum! Except she’s crushing him, and beating all her Republican opponents too.


China’s central bank is printing money to boost the economy. The US Federal Reserve could be doing more to promote economic growth too.


“I’m going to do something, whatever it takes, to get gun legislation.”

I’m a crisis reporter. A recent visit to an inpatient facility for violent criminals taught me that the way we think about rape is wrong.


“Today everyone saw what violence looks like, except the victims are usually a little younger and have darker skin.”