In a surprising turn of events, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a member of one of America's most esteemed political families, endorsed former President Donald Trump, adding another eccentric surrogate to the Trump campaign. Despite his name recognition and initial polling success, Kennedy's campaign was ma
In a recent analysis, the Penn Wharton Budget Model delved into the financial implications of several economic proposals put forth by former President Donald Trump. The slate of proposals, which includes extending key provisions in the 2017 tax reform bill, eliminating taxes on Social Security bene
As the days grow shorter and the leaves begin to change, we find ourselves reflecting on a summer that seemed to slip through our fingers like sand. But this was no ordinary season of sun - it was a summer consumed by politics. From the heated debates to the shocking assassination attempt, the 2022
In the latest edition of From the Politics Desk, we delve into the intricacies of the political arena, focusing on Vice President Kamala Harris' efforts to maintain her standing among Black voters and the shifting dynamics of Democrats' path to victory in North Carolina. Ben Kamisar's exclusive rep
Pete Buttigieg, the former mayor of South Bend, Indiana, made a remarkable entrance at the Democratic National Convention (DNC), armed with a biting wit and incisive criticism. He contrasted 'the right kind of politics' against the 'opposite' approach embodied by Republican vice-presidential candid
In the midst of the Israel-Hamas war and its impact on the political landscape, Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) made an appearance on CNN’s ‘State of the Union’ to discuss the Democratic National Convention (DNC) and Vice President Kamala Harris. The controversy surrounding the DNC's choice not to fea
In the bustling city of Chicago, the 2024 Democratic National Convention has become a gathering of epic proportions, reminiscent of the legendary Woodstock. Filled with impromptu festivities, humor, and a unified spirit, the Democrats have struck a chord with millions of Americans. This political e
Project 2025, a conservative blueprint for the next U.S. Republican presidential administration, has made headlines with its ambitious plan to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. This proposal has gained traction and become a campaign promise of the 2024 Republican presidential candidate, fo
Kamala Harris has built a reputation as a 'tough on crime' politician, having served as district attorney of San Francisco and attorney general of California. However, her support for a bail fund that freed violent criminals during the 2020 George Floyd protests raises questions about her true stanc
The Democratic National Convention last week was a spectacle to behold. Amidst the sea of American flags and 'USA! USA!' chants, Kamala Harris took the stage, positioning herself as a tough-on-crime moderate. This sudden transformation, however, is nothing more than a thinly veiled attempt to win ov
