The Ballad of Ken Bone
On what might have been the most depressing night of the 2016 campaign so far, citizens found their hero—not on the stage, but in the seats.
2016 Distilled
The campaign coverage you need from the staff of The Atlantic
Trump's Indifference to the Constitution
The Republican nominee has advertised his disregard for the constitutional limitations on the president's authority.
Why Debate Night Won't End Trump's Nightmare
Donald Trump was unpersuasive in his attempt to minimize his predatory comments. Many voters don’t yet know about his accusers. And his attempt to exploit Bill Clinton’s accusers will likely fail.
Trump's Promise to Jail Clinton Is a Threat to American Democracy
A candidate who accepted the nomination to chants of “Lock her up!” crosses a dangerous line.
Donald Trump's Implosion
At the second presidential debate, the Republican paced and pouted and sighed, but failed to patch together his collapsing campaign.
Voter Groups Are Pushing Latinos to the Polls
This slice of the electorate has shown increased interest in casting a ballot in November. So outside organizations are lending a hand.
What Kind of Man Is Donald Trump?
In its final weeks, the contest between the first woman nominee and the Republican’s cartoonish machismo has fittingly devolved into a battle of the sexes.
Donald Trump Doesn’t Care If You’re Innocent
The Republican nominee continues to insist that five men exonerated in a notorious case were guilty.
Hillary Clinton's 'Daisy' Ad
Her newest spot against Donald Trump is reminiscent of Lyndon Johnson’s famous warning about Barry Goldwater and the perils of nuclear war.
Is Anything That Trump Says About African American Communities True?
Fact checking the candidate's presumptuous statements about the lives of black Americans