Politics

Does Jeb Bush's Fall Mean Presidential SuperPACs Are Overrated?

7:19pm February 22, 2016

by Peter Overby

Jeb Bush's Right to Rise USA broke all records for presidential superPACs, but it didn't propel him to frontrunner status in the Republican presidential race. NPR explores if this means superPACs are overrated.

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Politics & Government

Politics Podcast: It's Mean ... It's Beautiful ... It's The South Carolina Primary

6:50pm February 22, 2016

by NPR Staff

The NPR Politics team is back with a quick take on who won big at the Democratic caucuses in Nevada and the Republican primary in South Carolina.

"Caucus conmigo" ("Caucus with me") signs were a common sight at Clinton events in Nevada.

How Nevada's Entrance Polls Turned Into A Political Fight Over Latinos

5:09pm February 22, 2016

by Danielle Kurtzleben

The entrance polls said Sanders won Latinos in Nevada by 8 points, but results showed Clinton won Hispanic-heavy precincts. What gives?

The Cowpoke Cafe in Lovelock, Nev., is a pre-dawn gathering spot for the mostly conservative ranchers, farmers and miners who call Pershing County home.

Republican Candidates Look To Appeal To Nevada's Changing Conservatives

5:05pm February 22, 2016

by Nathan Rott

The five remaining Republican candidates are aiming to gain an edge with Nevada voters before Tuesday's caucuses. But the issues important to conservatives vary.

Meet Donald Trump's Alter Ego

4:46pm February 22, 2016

by Josh Rogers

Until recently, Corey Lewandowski was an obscure political operative. Now, he's engineered wins in South Carolina and New Hampshire for Trump's once-implausible presidential campaigns.

Texas governor and presidential candidate George W. Bush, Florida governor Jeb Bush, former president George H.W. Bush and his wife Barbara at the Ryder Cup golf competition in 1999.

With Bush's Exit, A Chapter In American Politics Closes

4:21pm February 22, 2016

Jeb Bush hoped to be the third Bush elected to the White House, and carry on a dynasty that began with George H.W. Bush's first presidential run in 1980.

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Why Did Jeb Bush Fail? There Are Many Theories

4:10pm February 22, 2016

by Sam Sanders

Whether it was Donald Trump, his family legacy or the way that campaigning has fundamentally changed, it seemed Jeb Bush was never, ever in control.

Politics & Government

Politics In The News: Clinton, Trump Big Winners: Bush Drops Out

2:38pm February 22, 2016

Coming off a dramatic weekend, the campaigns move on this week to Republican caucuses in Nevada and a Democratic primary in South Carolina. Jeb Bush dropped out of the race after the S.C. primary.

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In what ways has Obama's presidency altered the landscape of the United States?

Did Obama Inspire A Big Debate On Identity? You Weighed In

12:22pm February 22, 2016

by Leah Donnella

As President Obama wraps up his time in office, we take a moment to look around and see how his presidency has changed us and the way we see each other.

Politics & Government

Are Trump And Clinton Victories A Sign Of Things To Come?

7:38pm February 21, 2016

NPR's Don Gonyea previews what's next in the presidential primaries after a decisive victory for Donald Trump in South Carolina and Hillary Clinton taking Nevada.

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