On Attack, Hillary Clinton Regains Control of Democratic Race

The Democratic race for president was Hillary Clinton’s at the start. She owned it when the candidates finally met on stage. Clinton used the first debate of the campaign to reaffirm control against four challengers who struggled to and sometimes outright refused to bring the fight to her. She delivered […] Read more »

Democrats 2016: After Months of Struggles, Clinton Helps Herself at Debate

… Clinton was a clear winner in Tuesday night’s debate and likely will be covered as one. Debates can generate a roller-coaster effect; ask this year’s Republicans. Debates can also solidify the existing hierarchy. That’s what we saw last night. Clinton’s deep experience in debates shone brightly. She was better […] Read more »

How Bernie Sanders Connects With His Crowds

Something surprising happens when Bernie Sanders starts speaking at his presidential campaign rallies. He doesn’t ingratiate himself with audiences by praising their hometowns, or telling easy jokes, the way many candidates do. He gets right down to business, delivering a searing indictment of American politics, with crusty, to-the-barricades exhortations. CONT. […] Read more »