Surprised About Donald Trump's Popularity? You Shouldn't Be
He's an unusual candidate, but his rise makes complete sense if you consider the current political climate.
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Trump On His Plan To Ban Muslims: 'Not Politically Correct, But I Don't Care'
The current leader for the GOP presidential nomination received a standing ovation from a crowd in South Carolina after he read aloud his statement to ban all Muslims from entering the U.S.
Why Aren't Ads Buying GOP Candidates Better Poll Numbers?
Trump has spent a tiny fraction of what Jeb Bush has spent on TV ads, but the former reality TV star remains unshakably at the top of national polls.
Dick Cheney's Bust Unveiled At The Capitol, As He's Lightly Roasted
Former Vice President Dick Cheney returned to the U.S. Capitol on Thursday for a ceremony honoring his service as president of the Senate. Former President George W. Bush was among those honoring him.
In Wake Of Paris Attacks, Chris Christie Sees An Opportunity
The New Jersey governor is showing off his credentials as a former prosecutor to argue he can fight terrorism.
Paris Climate Talks Face A Familiar Hurdle — American Politics
The U.S. and China are the world's two largest polluters, but the will to do something about climate change is lower in both than in the rest of the world. In the U.S., there's a party split.
Black Pastor Calls Trump Meeting A 'Get-Played Moment'
Trump had said he'd be endorsed by 100 black religious leaders at a Monday press conference. Instead, there was a 2 1/2-hour meeting, with requests for apologies — and Trump gave none.
Americans Don't Disagree On Politics As Much As You Might Think
Everyone knows that distrust of Washington is at near-record levels and that Congress has grown more polarized. But what's going on with American voters is more complicated than you may realize.
Should The Phrase 'Islamic Extremism' Be Used? It's Debatable
Within Islamic countries, many Muslims are OK using the term "Islamic extremists," but when Westerners use the phrase, it could be seen as an insult.
The Real Debate: 2 Very Different World Views On Terrorism
American politics are more divided than at any time in modern history — and that rift is as wide as it gets when it comes to foreign policy, something made very clear after the Paris attacks.