Politics
Politics of Principle, Politics of Power
And what happens when you forgo the former for the latter.
Donald Trump Puts Pro-Lifers on the Back Foot
Plus: A cold war between two Florida congressmen previews a possible Florida governor primary in 2026.
Video: Kevin Williamson and David French Take Your Questions
Watch the video of our weekly livestreamed conversation.
House Republicans Saddle Up for More Chaos
Even their own colleagues aren’t sure of what the GOP holdouts want from the spending impasse.
Dispatch Live: Kevin Williamson and David French Take Your Questions
Live AMA, plus: Biden and Zelensky at the U.N.
Politics by the Numbers Is Not Enough
Neither polls nor demography can really tell candidates or journalists what will end up working.
For Glenn Youngkin, Home Is Where the Heart Appears to Be
The Virginia governor is managing endless chatter about 2024 but seems laser-focused on flipping the state Senate.
How Joe Biden Plans to Use MAGA Against Republicans
Plus: Trump’s abortion comments reflect his third way. Will pro-lifers acquiesce?
House Republicans Remain at an Impasse
A potential compromise brokered over the weekend appears dead on arrival due to hardliner objections.
Our Best Stuff on Hunter’s Indictment and Romney’s Retirement
Plus, Kevin McCarthy opens an impeachment inquiry.
The General Election Mirage
Voters have not yet forced themselves to consider the choice that seems likely to await them next year.