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Jonathan Allen

Jonathan Allen

Former Chief Political Correspondent

    Latest articles by Jonathan Allen

    Politics
    It was brutal to be in the “kids’ table” debateIt was brutal to be in the “kids’ table” debate
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    There was little consolation in the debate for seven candidates who didn’t make the main GOP debate showdown Thursday.

    By Jonathan Allen
    Politics
    7 things to watch for in tonight’s Republican presidential debate7 things to watch for in tonight’s Republican presidential debate
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    All eyes will be on 10 Republican candidates as they spar over everything from Medicaid and immigration to LGBTQ rights.

    By Jonathan Allen
    Politics
    We’re one Joe Biden away from the greatest presidential campaign in generationsWe’re one Joe Biden away from the greatest presidential campaign in generations
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    The 2016 race was supposed to be a snooze-fest. But it’s already the best race since at least 1980.

    By Jonathan Allen
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    Jeb Bush’s Planned Parenthood flub wasn’t a gaffeJeb Bush’s Planned Parenthood flub wasn’t a gaffe
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    And 9 more things to know to start the day.

    By Jonathan Allen
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    Biden’s the dove and Hillary’s the hawk on foreign policyBiden’s the dove and Hillary’s the hawk on foreign policy
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    And 9 other things you should know to start the day.

    By Jonathan Allen
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    Hillary Clinton paid $57.5 million in taxes in 8 years. She wants rich people to pay more.Hillary Clinton paid $57.5 million in taxes in 8 years. She wants rich people to pay more.
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    See who built up her taxable income by paying the Clintons to speak in 2013, 2014, and 2015.

    By Jonathan Allen
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    Biden allies push him toward 2016 campaignBiden allies push him toward 2016 campaign
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    And 9 other things you should know to start the day.

    By Jonathan Allen
    Politics
    Watch: Hillary Clinton tries to reintroduce herself with her first two 2016 adsWatch: Hillary Clinton tries to reintroduce herself with her first two 2016 ads
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    The biographical spots frame Clinton’s candidacy around her work on behalf of children and families and her mother’s life story.

    By Jonathan Allen
    Politics
    Donald Trump: “Waterboarding doesn’t sound very severe”Donald Trump: “Waterboarding doesn’t sound very severe”
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    The leader in the Republican primary field says he would be “very strong” on interrogation techniques if he wins the presidency.

    By Jonathan Allen
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    Joe Biden’s closest allies are donating to Hillary Clinton. There’s a very good reason.Joe Biden’s closest allies are donating to Hillary Clinton. There’s a very good reason.
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    For top political appointees who would like to keep working in the next administration, writing a big check is an obvious call.

    By Jonathan Allen and Soo Oh