Clinton Proved Trump Is a Man You Can Bait in a Debate
In Round One, the Democratic nominee prodded Trump into a peevish tone and self-defeating admissions.
The Invisible Woman
As Trump hogs the spotlight, Clinton has to find a way to be heard.
Why Donald Trump’s Scams Won’t Stick
If you believe the system is rigged, then Don the Con is your man.
And You Thought George W. Bush Was Scary...
Trump's response to the New York–area bombings shows his demagogic commitment to the politics of fear.
The Once and Future Trump
His politics are not without precedent in the Republican Party, nor will they disappear even if he does.
Divide and Conquer
How professional sports and stand-up comedy taught Trump to profit from racial stereotypes.
Down With Democracy!
Donald Trump’s embrace of Vladimir Putin is a return to traditional conservative values.
The Sexist Speculation About Hillary’s Health
Donald Trump says Clinton is weak. The alt-right says much worse things. The media ought to know better.
Why Donald Trump Can’t Stop Praising Vladimir Putin
They have a lot in common—just not their approval ratings.
Fox News’ War on Women
Roger Ailes created a hotbed of misogyny behind the camera and on air. That's not likely to change anytime soon.
Why Donald Trump’s Conservative Enemies Are Praising Him This Week
#NeverTrump hate the messenger, but they love the message.
Donald Trump Confirms He’s Still a Nativist and a Racist
His immigration speech in Arizona was as extreme as ever.
Donald Trump Is No Richard Nixon
The Republican candidate is embracing an electoral strategy that worked just fine in 1968. Too bad it's 2016.
Why Donald Trump Finds Huma Abedin Irresistible
Hillary Clinton's longtime aide is free from Anthony Weiner, but not from the sexist conspiracy theories.
This Really Might Be the Most Important Election Ever
Usually, the Democratic and Republican candidates share a baseline belief in the American system. Not this election season.
In Her Alt-Right Speech, Hillary Gave the GOP a Mafia Kiss
Clinton seemingly took the high road in courting Republicans, but only to make their existence a living hell.
Hillary Clinton’s Alt-Right Dilemma
Trump's Nazi fans deserve condemnation. But is Clinton just feeding the trolls?
What Were Blogs?
The demise of Gawker.com also marks the end of the utopian promise of blogging. Here's what killed them.
Donald Trump’s Pathetic Pitch to Minority Groups
He's trying to win over African-Americans and LGBTQ Americans by making them hate other minorities.