Tag: Republican Party

Willamette University history professor Seth Cotlar described Trump as "caffeine-crazed and hyperactive," lacking the "slow, steady hand" that is usually associated with conservatism. Cotlar also believes that the president's rhetoric and policy positions challenge conservative principles. (via YouTube)

Red Alert Politics

Professors teaching US conservatism baffled by Trump administration

Brendan Pringle · January 9, 2018 5:32 pm

Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., hinted that he and Democrats wouldn't agree to Republican demands in the latest spending showdown, which could lead to a partial government shutdown. But he said it's up to Republicans to find a deal Democrats can support. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Bernie Sanders pre-emptively blames GOP for government shutdown

Pete Kasperowicz · January 9, 2018 12:56 pm

Immigrant rights supporters hold giant letters reading "Dream Act" as they demonstrate in favor of Congress passing a law that will prevent the deportation of young immigrants known as Dreamers working and studying in the U.S. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Democrats’ disingenuous dealing on DACA

Washington Examiner · January 9, 2018 5:01 am

University of Minnesota historian David M. Perry uses his son's Down syndrome as an approach to allow his readers to understand the convenience he sees with women having abortions specifically for eugenic reasons. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Red Alert Politics

Professor advocates for the right to abortion based on disability

Isaiah Denby · January 8, 2018 9:41 pm

The only reason Congress, which boasts a Republican majority, hasn't defunded Planned Parenthood is because they lack the grit and fortitude they need to do so. (AP Photo/Brennan Linsley)

Beltway Confidential

If the GOP controls the government, why does Planned Parenthood still get federal funding?

Nicole Russell · January 8, 2018 7:24 pm

The committee approved both nominees, who were both strongly opposed by Democrats, on party lines. They now go before the full Senate for a vote. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)

Conservative group calls on lawmakers to defeat new spy bill

Susan Ferrechio · January 8, 2018 6:35 pm

The Fusion GPS head testified for nearly seven hours behind closed doors in mid-November. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

Senate Democrats call on Chuck Grassley to release Fusion GPS interview

Kelly Cohen · January 8, 2018 5:54 pm

We need to stick to the winning formula of rolling back big government and the administrative state, according to Rep. Mark Walker, R-N.C. (Christopher Goodney/Bloomberg)

Rep. Mark Walker: How to move forward with effective conservatism in 2018

Rep. Mark Walker · January 8, 2018 4:25 pm

This week, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., among other congressional Republicans, face several fast-approaching deadlines for unfinished legislation left over from last year, including an agreement to fund the federal government for the rest of fiscal 2018. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Next week: GOP faces legislative pileup

Susan Ferrechio · January 6, 2018 2:00 pm

From Party Hack to Reformer

Kyle Sammin · January 6, 2018 3:04 am

On Friday, the U.S. District Court in Alexandria, Va. refused to block Republican Bob Thomas (pictured left) from being sworn in to the House of Delegates. Democrat Joshua Cole (pictured right), who was deemed the original winner, had issued a challenge after a recount made Thomas the winner instead. (Mike Morones/The Free Lance-Star)

Judge denies request to block Republican from taking office in Virginia House

Diana Stancy Correll · January 6, 2018 2:31 am

Josh Mandel.

Ohio Senate race scrambled by Josh Mandel’s surprise exit

David M. Drucker, Al Weaver · January 5, 2018 8:48 pm