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Jindal on Lafayette: (Gun)Smoke Gets in Your Eyes

Joseph P. Williams | July 24, 2015

Also: The NRA makes it rain in Congress, and Black Lives Matter 101.


After Wins in D.C., Obama Mourns S.C.’s Big Loss

Joseph P. Williams | June 26, 2015

Also: GOP says it ain’t over ‘till it’s over, and The Donald surges in N.H.

Banner Moment: S.C. Gov. Says Flag Must Go

Joseph P. Williams | June 22, 2015

Also: Graham does a 180 as GOP field twists in the wind on issue.

Last Call: New Concealed Gun Law in Kansas: No Training, No Permit, No Problem

Joseph P. Williams | April 3, 2015

Other states may follow Kansas' 'constitutional carry' lead, despite gun researchers' safety sentiments.

Long Read: A Thin Line for de Blasio, Obama

Joseph P. Williams | Dec. 29, 2014

The New York City mayor and Oval Office occupant are facing a delicate balancing act.

Three-Minute Briefing Book: Obama Returns to Dysfunctional D.C.

Joseph P. Williams | Nov. 17, 2014

President back from globe-trotting, another ISIS beheading and Keystone XL teed up for a vote.

Ben & Jerry's Co-Founder Would Rather Fight GMO Battle in the States

Nikki Schwab | July 10, 2014

Passionate about GMO labeling, Jerry Greenfield and congressional Democrats crow for states' rights.

Michelle Obama Disses Corn Syrup, Trade Group Pushes Back

Nikki Schwab | April 21, 2014

The first lady may have started a food fight.

Colin Powell Loves Corvettes, Hates Partisanship

Tom Risen | April 3, 2014

Former general misses his private plane but not political bickering.

Canola Oil Group to Butter Up Capitol Hill With Party

Nikki Schwab | March 20, 2014

Have a vintage cocktail on canola, but don't bring up GMOs.

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