WNYC News: Archive for Politics
California's Same-Sex Marriage Ban Is Unconstitutional, Court Says
Tuesday, February 07, 2012
The decision on "Prop 8" by the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals is now expected to be appealed to the Supreme Court.
We Watched So You Don't Have To: Top Moments Of The GOP Tampa Debate
Monday, January 23, 2012
The two South Carolina debates featured raucous audiences who cheered on former House Speaker Newt Gingrich. This time, it was former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney who seemed more comfortable before the more sedate crowd.
Gabrielle Giffords' Resignation Message A Reminder Of Gains, Losses
Sunday, January 22, 2012
From her public appearances, including her resignation video, it was clear that Giffords, even as a powerful symbol of the strength of human will and the advances in trauma medicine, would face significant challenges in dealing with the rigors of a re-election campaign. So her decision, though a sad reminder of what has been taken from her, was not a surprise.
Gingrich's Upset Victory In S.C. Upends GOP Race
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Newt Gingrich has beaten Mitt Romney in South Carolina. The question now becomes whether he can pull off that trick enough times in enough states to deny Romney the Republican presidential nomination.
South Carolina: Another Unpredictable Point In Campaign Full Of Them
Saturday, January 21, 2012
It's been a contest of surprises, with a series of candidates rising to the top to fill the anybody-but-Romney role. So it really shouldn't come as a surprise that on the day of the first-in-the-South primary in South Carolina, it's uncertain what the outcome will be or what comes next.
Asian American Political Aspirations Shaken By Liu Scandal
Thursday, January 19, 2012
An ongoing FBI investigation into campaign donations to New York City Comptroller John Liu has caused a reassessment of his candidacy for mayor among his strongest supporters.
Unable To Gain Traction, Jon Huntsman Drops Out
Monday, January 16, 2012
Huntsman's candidacy never resonated with Republican primary voters. In announcing his withdrawal from the race, he says he will support Romney, calling him the "best equipped" to defeat President Obama.
John Edwards Has Life-Threatening Condition, Doctor Says
Friday, January 13, 2012
A cardiologist's letters helped convince a North Carolina judge to delay Edwards' trial on alleged misuse of campaign funds. It's now set to start in late March.
Obama's Ex-Car Czar Defends Romney, Bain From GOP Attacks
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Steven Rattner, the Wall Street financier who oversaw the Obama Administration's successful rescues of General Motors and Chrysler, now comes to the aid of some other beleaguered members of corporate America — Mitt Romney in his former role as a private-equity CEO, and Bain Capital, the company the Republican presidential candidate once ran.
GOP Candidates Laud Bachmann, Who Departs Without Endorsing A Former Rival
Wednesday, January 04, 2012
Several former rivals of Minnesota Rep. Michele Bachmann were quick to applaud the now-suspended campaign run by the only woman to have sought the 2012 Republican presidential nomination. In ending her own bid for the White House, Bachmann did not offer a specific endorsement.
Members Of Congress Weather Recession, Become Richer
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
While Congress has always been a place for the wealthy, there is a growing and more apparent disparity between its members and those they represent.
Gingrich Ballot Stumble In Virginia Could Be Sign Of Delegate Fight Ahead
Monday, December 26, 2011
Newt Gingrich's campaign likened his failure to make the Virginia ballot to Pearl Harbor and vowed to find "alternate methods" to compete for the state's 49 delegates.
Negative Ads Hammer Positive Gingrich Campaign
Monday, December 19, 2011
Polls show that Newt Gingrich's once-sizable lead in Iowa has collapsed over the past couple of weeks. During that time, rivals have been hitting the former House speaker hard with negative ads, but Gingrich say's he'll stick with his pledge to remain positive.
Palestinians Bristle At Gingrich Comments
Monday, December 12, 2011
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict invariably comes up in U.S. presidential politics. Now, Republican candidate Newt Gingrich has drawn the ire of Palestinians by calling them "an invented people."
Overhauling Congress: Taking It Back To Formula
Sunday, December 11, 2011
It's been a year of frustration on Capitol Hill with constant battles over money, the partisanship in Congress and legislative gridlock. It certainly doesn't look like the system of government the Founding Fathers envisioned in the Constitution. But should the politicians be blamed, or the system they were handed?
'Newt-Romney' Dominates Iowa Debate
Sunday, December 11, 2011
The rivalry between Newt Gingrich and Mitt Romney took on a life of its own as they squared off Saturday night. The jabs even got personal. The sparring was expected between the GOP candidates — the top two in most polls — as each hopes to win the upcoming Iowa caucuses.
Criminal Prosecution Not a Deal Breaker for NY Politicians
Friday, December 09, 2011
Over the years several public officials in New York have elected to stay in office even as they face criminal indictments — despite the common misperception that an indictment in of itself is evidence of culpability.
Rod Blagojevich Sentenced To 14 Years In Prison
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
The disgraced former Illinois governor was convicted in June of corruption for trying to sell President Obama's old senate seat.
Call It 'White House Apprentice:' Donald Trump Will Moderate GOP Debate
Friday, December 02, 2011
If you were sitting around watching the Republican presidential debates saying to yourself, "Hmmm, you know, these would be a whole lot more interesting if Donald Trump were moderating," you're in luck. Because he will be asking the questions, at least at one debate.
In Fox Interview, Cain Says He'll Decide Campaign's Future In Next Week
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Herman Cain says he can't guarantee that more women won't come forward because he's helped many. People may expect him to drop out, but he says, "That's just not me."