2016 Distilled
The campaign coverage you need from the staff of The Atlantic
The Religious Right's Donald Trump Dilemma
The Republican candidate’s speech at Liberty University divides evangelical leaders, revealing a split in the so-called values vote.
Portrait of a Party on the Verge of Coming Apart
With the Iowa caucuses just two weeks away, can Republicans reconcile themselves to Donald Trump and Ted Cruz? Or will the GOP break into pieces?
Sanders and Clinton Go to the Mat
The two leading candidates battled over gun control and health care during the final Democratic debate before the Iowa caucuses.
Can Clinton Stop Her Slide?
The final Democratic debate before votes are cast in Iowa and New Hampshire comes as the race between Hillary and Bernie gets tighter.
Can Donald Trump Take Up the Mantle of Jerry Falwell?
When the billionaire speaks at Liberty University, he'll have a chance to solidify support from evangelicals.
I Know Fascists; Donald Trump Is No Fascist
Can you imagine Mussolini being accused of endorsing “New York values”?
A New Challenge to Cruz's Eligibility
A Houston attorney wants the Supreme Court to define what it means to be a natural-born citizen, but the lawsuit seems certain to be tossed.
Marco Rubio Sells Out His Principles
In Thursday’s debate, the Florida senator proved willing to betray his core beliefs for a shot at winning over Trump supporters.
The ‘New York Values’ That Donald Trump Supporters Love
Ted Cruz’s debate-night attack backfired on stage, but it was never going to convince Trump supporters.