Politics & Government

Hillary Clinton begins to speak as her husband, former President Bill Clinton, moves to take a seat after introducing her at the Clinton Global Initiative on Sept. 22, 2014, in New York.

'Clintonomics' Ruled The 1990s; 'Hillarynomics' Would Be Different

2:47pm April 14, 2015

by Marilyn Geewax

The name "Clinton" remains magic for many Americans who got jobs, bought homes and invested savings in the 1990s. But key elements of "Clintonomics" may not be popular with today's Democratic voters.

Hillary Clinton announced her run for the president in a highly produced campaign video.

How Candidates Announce Can Say A Lot About Their Campaigns

1:57pm April 14, 2015

by Brakkton Booker

From a place of significance to what message they want to convey, where and how presidential candidates announce their campaigns matters.

Senate Foreign Relations Committee member Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., questions Secretary of State John Kerry on Capitol Hill last month. In an interview with NPR, Rubio reiterated his opposition to President Obama's dealings with Iran and Cuba.

Republicans Are Making Foreign Policy The Obamacare Of The 2016 Election

1:35pm April 14, 2015

by Steve Inskeep

The GOP still has the health care law in its sights, but now it also promises to do away with the president's opening to Cuba and nascent deal on nuclear development with Iran.

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Russia Bans Some Internet Memes That Mock Public Figures

12:26pm April 14, 2015

NPR's Robert Siegel interviews Kevin Rothrock, who wrote the article, "The Kremlin has declared war on memes" for Global Voices and Quartz.

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A protester in front of Sen. Marco Rubio's Doral, Fla., office in 2013 urges Rubio to stop opposing the inclusion of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender families in the Senate's immigration bill.

As Country Changes, Rubio And Republicans Try To Adjust

12:10pm April 14, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

On gay rights and immigration, Republicans running for president, like Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, are trying to navigate a tricky course between their party and the country at-large.

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Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., addresses an event held by the American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research in January 2014 in Washington.

Marco Rubio Officially Announces He's Running For President

8:56am April 14, 2015

by Eyder Peralta

The Florida senator has had a meteoric rise in politics. He served at the state level beginning in 2000. In 2010, he was elected to the Senate, where he established himself as a GOP leader.

Rubio's Path To The Nomination, And 3 Obstacles In His Way

7:09am April 14, 2015

by Mara Liasson

The junior Republican senator from Florida is expected to jump into the race for the presidency Monday. He has some strengths — but also some hurdles to overcome.

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Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., has to figure out how he stands out in what's likely to be a crowded Republican primary.

Rubio 'Very Confident' He's Ready To Be President On 'Day No. 1'

10:39pm April 13, 2015

by Domenico Montanaro

The Florida senator could be the youngest Republican in the presidential field, but he is fully confident he has the experience to lead.

JFK Profile In Courage Award Going To Former GOP Rep. Bob Inglis

8:15pm April 13, 2015

by Krishnadev Calamur

In 2010, Inglis, R-S.C., lost his seat in the Tea Party wave for, among other things, accepting climate change. Past winners of the award include President George H.W. Bush.

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Energy Company Largest Supporter Of Republican Governors

8:07pm April 13, 2015

by Michael Burke

Duke Energy bumped up its contributions to the Republican Governors Association last year. A campaign watchdog group says this happened just as the utility became mired in coal ash proble

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