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Democratic Primary

Congressional Approval Trending to Zero

Fred Lundgren | Posted 05.13.2013 | Politics
Fred Lundgren

Since 2001, Congressional approval has declined by an average of 4.17 percent each year. This trend line reaches zero by 2016.

2016 Showdown: Hillary vs. Biden

Ben Arnon | Posted 01.12.2013 | Politics
Ben Arnon

Once campaigning begins in full force in early 2014, President Obama will find himself in a very awkward position.

Wayward Democrats Pose Danger to President Obama

Earl Ofari Hutchinson | Posted 11.07.2012 | Politics
Earl Ofari Hutchinson

There is still the nagging worry among Democrats that more than a few Democrats will be MIA from the polls on November 6. If so, it wouldn't be the first time it happened.

A Big Election for Arab Americans

James Zogby | Posted 06.09.2012 | Politics
James Zogby

For Arab Americans, the big election news of the past week didn't come out of just Wisconsin or Egypt. Congressman Bill Pascrell's stunning victory over Congressman Steve Rothman in northern New Jersey's 9th District showed Arab Americans coming of age.

Why America Doesn't Deserve Democracy

Ben Zolno | Posted 08.08.2012 | San Francisco
Ben Zolno

All the venti mochas at your local quad-corner Starbuckses combined aren't enough to pry open your eyes, get you out of bed, and vote this year. Go back to sleep and dream of a dreamy tomorrow.

A Way to Fix Our Politically Polarized State?

David Helfenbein | Posted 07.30.2012 | Politics
David Helfenbein

I understand the importance and value of political parties, but the parties should not come at the cost of bipartisanship and success.

Obama Faces Competition From Prison Inmate In WV Primary

AP | LAWRENCE MESSINA | Posted 07.08.2012 | Politics

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Just how unpopular is President Barack Obama in some parts of the country? Enough that a man in prison in Texas is getting 4...

Sam Stein

Mitt Romney's Primary Campaign Covered Similarly To Barack Obama's In 2008

HuffingtonPost.com | Sam Stein | Posted 03.23.2012 | Politics

WASHINGTON -- An increasingly acrimonious and seemingly never-ending primary campaign was giving party insiders fits. A presidential nomination that s...

Americans Elect: The Future of U.S. Democracy

Michael Eisner | Posted 05.20.2012 | Politics
Michael Eisner

America has always prided itself on being a forward-looking nation. Yet our election system is mired in the past. We can rescue our election system from the horse-and-buggy era and infuse it with the dynamism of our digital age. It's happening now.

Paul Blumenthal

Progressives Face First Test In Illinois Tonight

HuffingtonPost.com | Paul Blumenthal | Posted 03.20.2012 | Politics

WASHINGTON -- As the national media eyes the Illinois primary race between Republicans Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum, progressive activists have their...

Democratic Presidential Possibilities: 20 in 2016

Robert Guttman | Posted 04.11.2012 | Politics
Robert Guttman

President Cuomo. President O'Malley. President Warner. President Beebe. It may seem strange in the middle of the 2012 presidential contest to be look...

Obama Wins New Hampshire Democratic Primary

AP/The Huffington Post | Posted 01.10.2012 | Politics

President Barack Obama has won New Hampshire's Democratic primary. Far fewer voters participated in the Democratic primary than the competitive GOP...

All Fall Down

James Moore | Posted 01.30.2012 | Politics
James Moore

Bachmann and Paul have undeniable electability issues, Santorum is barely worth mentioning, and Huntsman is too sane, considerate, well informed, capable on the issues, rational, analytical, thoughtful, and Mormon to have a chance. That leaves only the dumb one.

Overcoming Old Obstacles to Democracy in 2012

Elliot Ackerman | Posted 12.27.2011 | Politics
Elliot Ackerman

A Gallup poll out this week shows that nearly two-thirds of Americans say they'd replace the Electoral College with a straight popular vote, a number that's been consistent for more than a decade.

Ward 5 Democrats Seek Renewal With September Election

Franklin Garcia | Posted 12.03.2011 | DC
Franklin Garcia

On Monday, September 26th, the Ward 5 Democrats held elections to elect Officers of the organization. Elections were initially scheduled for June 27t...

Obama Administration Announces Massive Coal-Mining Expansion

Glenn Hurowitz | Posted 05.25.2011 | Green
Glenn Hurowitz

Despite his administration's rhetorical embrace of clean energy, when push comes to shove, Obama is effectively using modest wind and solar investments as cover for a broader embrace of dirty fuels.

Time for a Progressive Primary?

Allan Abramson | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Allan Abramson

President Obama continues to disappoint. The occupation of Afghanistan continues with no end in sight, a U.S.-installed leader who does not lead, and ...

Maybe We Can't Handle the Truth

Clarence B. Jones | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Clarence B. Jones

What is surprising since I wrote a blog suggesting those who worked to elect Obama consider a challenge to his reelection is persons have ascribed to me "wisdom" or "insanity" for the mere expression of my personal political opinion.

A Progressive Primary to Push for Jobs and End the Wars

Robert Naiman | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Robert Naiman

The worst thing we must now face is that the 2010 election is likely a preview of 2012, unless some dramatic new element is introduced into our national politics that changes the character of national debate.

Andrew Romanoff Fundraising: Would He Be Able To Raise Enough For A General?

Politico | David Catanese | Posted 05.25.2011 | Denver

He's sold his home and swore off PAC money, so surging Colorado Senate candidate Andrew Romanoff faces a tricky question if he's able to knock off Sen...

Dumbo Is an Elephant

Steven Weber | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Steven Weber

Since the level of education in this country is way below other industrialized nations, it only makes sense that the fruits of such an education seek elected representation which reflects their own tastes.

Kathleen Rice: Standing Out in New York

Sam Bennett | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Sam Bennett

Never mess with a woman from the Big Apple. Residents of Long Island learned this firsthand in 2005, when Kathleen Rice stunned the political world a...

An Open Letter to the Electorate: You Have a Choice

Anna Sterne | Posted 05.25.2011 | New York
Anna Sterne

On September 14, Democrats of the 92nd District have a once in a generation chance to vote for change and reform. Richard Brodsky's seat is empty for the first time in 28 years.

Five Vermont Democrats Up For Nomination In Crowded Governor's Primary

Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics

(AP) There is nothing like an up-for-grabs governor's office to pop the cork on pent-up political ambitions. As Governor Jim Douglas, a Republican, c...

Hold Your Noses and Vote the Bottom of the Ticket to Send A Real Message This Primary Season

Brian Ross | Posted 05.25.2011 | Politics
Brian Ross

If people cast their ballots only for local measures, that would send a whopping-loud message to the folks in state and national races that you've tuned them out, but that you still believe in the political process.