Politics & Pop Culture

'Caucus: The Musical' Jabs At Political Process

8:13am January 09, 2016

by Don Gonyea

With the real Iowa caucuses just weeks away, lines are being learned, moves choreographed, audiences are being wooed. It's all part of what's become an every four years-tradition in Iowa, featuring local residents.

#MemeOfTheWeek: 'D-Money,' Race And Drugs In America

8:00am January 09, 2016

by Sam Sanders

Maine's governor made some offensive comments about black men, young white women and Maine's drug problem. He says it was a slip, but it may reveal a lot about the way many think about drugs.

#MemeOfTheWeek: Hillary Clinton, Not Quite An Abuela

5:55pm December 26, 2015

by Sam Sanders

The presidential candidate's latest attempt to reach out to Latinos may have backfired.

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Beyonce performs the National Anthem as then-U.S. Sec. of State Hillary Clinton looks on in the background at the ceremonial swearing-in of President Obama in 2013.

#MemeOfTheWeek: Hillary Clinton's Awkward Love For Beyoncé

10:14am December 19, 2015

by Sam Sanders

Most politicians aren't cool. And maybe that's ok.

Queen Amidala addresses the Galactic Senate, calling for a vote of no confidence in the chancellor.

Politics & Government

Why The Politics Of The 'Star Wars' Universe Makes No Sense

8:53pm December 15, 2015

Seriously, do you understand how the Galactic Senate functioned?

Keeping It 'Classy': 2 Events Highlight Very Different Trump, Rubio Campaigns

3:40pm December 15, 2015

by Sam Sanders

Marco Rubio and Donald Trump held rallies in Nevada before Tuesday's debate just one mile apart from each other. But Rubio's was traditional and low key; Trump's was the opposite.

#MemeOfTheWeek: Must Be FLOTUS On The Mic

5:01pm December 10, 2015

by Susan Davis

First Lady Michelle Obama collaborated on a rap video encouraging high school seniors to go to college. That gave way to #FLOTUSbars.

Politics & Government

Sanders Campaign To Reporters: 'Don't Ask About ISIS'

12:44pm December 08, 2015

by Sam Sanders

The candidate was on a walking tour and press conference with black pastors in Baltimore. " I'd appreciate it if y'all would stay on topic today," his press secretary told reporters.

#MemeOfTheWeek: San Bernardino, Journalists And The #MuslimApartment

9:28am December 05, 2015

by Sam Sanders

Cable news outlets broadcast a tour of the home of Syed Farook, suspect in the San Bernadino shooting. Some included images of drivers' licenses, and Social Security cards. The backlash was swift.

It's Not Hosting SNL, But NBC Will Give 'Equal Time' To 4 GOP Candidates

4:50pm November 24, 2015

by Eric Deggans

The candidates made requests for equal time after Donald Trump guest hosted Saturday Night Live earlier this month. NBC will let them broadcast campaign messages on affiliate stations this weekend.