Will Hillary Clinton's Defeat Set Back Women in Politics?
Her high-profile loss could discourage women from running for office—but it might also motivate them to become more politically engaged.
2016 Distilled
The campaign coverage you need from the staff of The Atlantic
Donald Trump's Fragile Hold on America
In a future campaign, the president-elect would need to keep his supporters faithful, while not further alienating groups who opposed him this year.
Hillary Clinton's Lead Is Greater Than Multiple Former Presidents'
It’s a reminder to her supporters that more Americans voted the way they did than voted for her opponent.
Should Hillary Clinton Call for a Recount?
There’s a case to be made for routine election audits—but not for spreading unsubstantiated claims or speculation about the outcome of an election.
'An Erosion of Democratic Norms in America'
The president-elect is testing the limits of political convention.
Clinton's Popular-Vote Lead Now Exceeds 1.5 Million—and It's Growing
Millions of mail-in and absentee ballots haven’t been counted yet. They won’t change anything, though.
Donald Trump’s Pick for Attorney General
The president-elect has tapped Senator Jeff Sessions for the role.
Will Trump Be Ready to Govern?
The early days of his transition have looked like chaos, but veterans of the process say the president-elect has time to catch up.
What Bernie Sanders Wants From Donald Trump
The Vermont senator has outlined an agenda where Democrats might find common ground with the next president.
How Will the Press Respond to Trump's Secrecy?
Clashes between the media and presidents over access aren’t new—but that doesn’t make them any less important.