Politics Today News The Fear That Is Shaping American Politics

Opinion: Incentives – Understanding the systems that shape our lives

Nancy Churchill opens her four-part “Incentives” series by examining how fear shapes behavior, politics, and culture — and encourages readers to reclaim peace and perspective. Read More

Political Violence Is Distorting American Lawmaking

This violence distorts who gets elected and how they interact with constituents. It can also influence how they vote on critical issues, such as in the impeachment of President Trump for his role in ... Read More

Some Trump critics fear they could be the president's next target for prosecution

WASHINGTON — Fear is spreading among some who’ve run afoul of President Donald Trump. A foreboding that grew out of Trump’s election victory last November has deepened, several people told NBC News, ... Read More

PIX on Politics Daily: Citizens Union Exec. Director Grace Rauh on NYC ballot measures

Welcome to PIX on Politics Daily with Dan Mannarino — where we break down the day’s political news, top headlines, and the issues that matter most to you through thoughtful, in-depth conversations. Read More

The Clooneys and the politics of human rights shaping US foreign policy

There is something almost inspiring about George and Amal Clooney. He is the Hollywood actor who became a moral symbol and a loyal supporter of the Democratic Party. She is an international lawyer who ... Read More