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In one of the most powerful transformations in the history of American politics, African Americans shifted loyalties to the Democratic Party while…

Game-changing events often occur during presidential campaigns. These moments — which can transform party dynamics, voters and even the candidates…

From straw polls of the 19th century to modern polling of today, polls have played a significant role in the American political landscape. But what…

Donald Trump has focused on easing tensions with the Republican Party this week by endorsing House Speaker Paul Ryan, Senator John McCain and Senator…

The media have played a powerful role in the 2016 presidential election.Some critics argue Donald Trump became a viable candidate thanks to his “free…

Within the grand speeches at this week’s Democratic National Convention lies a central message — Clinton and the Democrats, not Trump, can better…

Markus Prior, associate professor of politics and public affairs at Princeton University’s Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs…

It’s been an interesting week at the Republication National Convention in Cleveland. Donald Trump’s wife Melania was accused of plagiarizing her…

People often vote based on who’s already in the White House. In 2008, public opinion of the Bush administration played a major role, influencing both…

Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump will soon announce their running mates—but does the vice president pick still matter? While it was once used as a…