In 1984, Mario Cuomo pioneered the argument that one may be "personally opposed" to abortion while supporting abortion rights. Ever since, this convenient locution has become a staple for countless Democratic politicians, particularly Roman Catholic ones.

The decision to get a candidate off the ballot doesn't rest with the party; it rests with the candidate.

What delicious revenge-to see your old rival disgraced, then to perhaps take his job.

Back from summer recess, Congress faces continuing outrage over Scotland's release of Libyan terrorist Abdel Bassett al-Megrahi, convicted of destroying Pan Am Flight 103 in 1988.

It is outrageous how quickly so many jumped at the opportunity to politicize this tragic shooting, blaming the tea party and conservative political rhetoric without a shred of evidence to back those claims.

Walter Mondale is not the only senior citizen up for election to the Senate this year; he is not even the oldest.

Should people lose rights because they are sympathetic to, but do not actually help, terrorist groups?

North American policymakers would do well to follow Europe's example and establish open-skies agreements; increased competition leads to greater choice and lower fares.