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» It’s not surprising Ben Carson is a Republican

As a celebrated neurosurgeon, his political views are right on par with many in the field.

» U.S., Brazil to increase cooperation on defense, security, taxes

The visit is seen as an important reset in the relationship.

» Dan Hannan: Scandanavia — land of the free

Leftists the world over tend to use “Scandinavia” as kind of shorthand for “successful social democracy.”

» Obama, Merkel will ‘make every effort’ to avoid Greek default

Greek banks will be closed on Monday as capital controls are imposed.

» Ben Carson wins conservative straw poll, Fiorina and Walker close behind

All three candidates argued in different ways that they would shake up the D.C. status quo.

» Editorial: Marriage decision distorts the balance of powers

The court had no reason or excuse to end this debate by fiat with a divisive 5-4 decision.

» Hugh Hewitt: Notes from a gathering of conservatives and candidates

The red-eye flight on Saturday night to D.C. gave me plenty of time to sort my impressions.

» Tom Cotton op-ed: On Iran, this is a moment for President Obama to be strong

The deal as currently envisioned would represent a near-complete strategic defeat for the United States.

» Michael Barone: Supreme Court lets Obama administration say words don’t mean what they say

Apparently “established by the state” means “established by the state or the federal government.”

» Op-ed: Export-Import Bank critical to American strength

Ex-Im supports the industries, technologies and services that are important to America’s national defense.

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