Obama's Long Immigration Betrayal
To understand why activists are so angry at the president, you have to understand how close they've come—and how long they've waited.
Election 2014
The Atlantic’s coverage of the midterm vote
Why Congress Still Won't Get Anything Done This Fall
From ISIS to inversions, immigration to infrastructure, a host of pressing needs face legislators. Of course, that doesn't mean they'll take any action.
Meet the Trackers: Inside the Strangest Job on the Campaign Trail
There's a whole caste of young staffers who follow candidates all day every day, hoping to capture the next "47 percent" or "Macaca" moment.
Governors' Races Are Turning the National Political Map Upside Down
Democrats are playing defense in deep-blue states like Hawaii, while Republicans are worried about holding on in strongholds like Georgia.
What Is Al Franken So Afraid Of?
The comedian-turned-senator is running an unusually low-key reelection campaign, trying to avoid scrutiny. Will Republicans get the last laugh?
Will Republicans Shut Down the Government Again?
House GOP leaders fear a conservative revolt when government funding comes up for a vote next month.
Democrats Are (Slowly) Learning to Love Obamacare
Vulnerable incumbents like Mark Pryor and Kay Hagan are backing into talking about the law.