Presidential Race

Tempest In Tampa: Isaac Tests Mitt Romney's Mettle

Aug. 27: Ron Elving, NPR; 0 Comments

The storm may give the GOP presidential contender a unique chance to make an impression.

Mayor Sanders Supports Gay Marriage In Ad To Air During GOP Convention

Aug. 24: By Claire Trageser; 3 Comments

An ad airing during the GOP convention will feature San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders. In it, he will express his support for an issue most Republicans will not agree with: gay marriage.

Romney's Pick Of Ryan Hasn't Changed Race, Polls Signal

Aug. 22: Mark Memmott, NPR; 0 Comments

Two new polls come to much the same conclusion about the 2012 presidential campaign: There is little evidence that Romney's pick of Rep. Paul Ryan will affect the election, beyond helping unify Romney's conservative base.

Ryan's Taxes Show Gap Between Romney And The Not-So-Rich

Aug. 20: S.V. Date, NPR; 0 Comments

Mitt Romney's campaign hoped to close the book on tax questions when running mate Paul Ryan released two years of tax returns. Not quite. In reality, the differences between Romney and Ryan's taxes helps propel the debate further.

Romney Says He Paid A Tax Rate Of At Least 13 Percent

Aug. 17: Greg Henderson, NPR; 0 Comments

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney on Thursday revealed a bit more about his tax history, telling reporters: "I never paid less than 13 percent" in the past 10 years. The Obama campaign's response: "Prove it."

Ryan's District Gains Despite His Positions

Aug. 16: Brian Naylor, NPR; 0 Comments

Mitt Romney's running mate has staked out a reputation as a fiscal conservative, opposing the economic stimulus as well as earmarks. But when it comes to helping out his district in southern Wisconsin, Rep. Paul Ryan's principles have been flexible.

Could Ryan Lure Younger Voters To GOP?

Aug. 16: Sami Yenigun, NPR; 1 Comment

"He's young. He's energetic. He's popular. He's rising through the ranks of the Republican Party and in the House," says Rob Harrelson. "I think he's a great candidate. He's bringing a lot of energy to the campaign."

Ryan's Mission For Fed: Focus On Prices, Not Unemployment

Aug. 15: John Ydstie, NPR; 0 Comments

Mitt Romney's new running mate has authored some provocative policy proposals to cut budget deficits and overhaul Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. But Rep. Paul Ryan has also been an advocate for a different course for the Federal Reserve.

N.J. Gov. Christie To Keynote Romney's Convention

Aug. 14: Frank James, NPR; 0 Comments

The man some Republicans once hoped would be their party's 2012 presidential nominee, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, will instead deliver the keynote speech at the national convention that will make Mitt Romney the GOP's official standard bearer.

Medicaid Fight Enlivened With Romney-Ryan Ticket

Aug. 13: Julie Rovner, NPR; 0 Comments

Medicaid is a campaign issue for the first time in years. Republicans cite studies to say the health care program for those with low incomes has failed, and want to turn it back to the states. But Medicaid researchers say those studies don't portray Medicaid accurately.

Convention List Grows: Carter (By Video) At Democrats'; Santorum At GOP's

Aug. 8: Frank James, NPR; 0 Comments

The Democrats announced Tuesday that the one-term president will have a prime-time speaking role at their national convention in Charlotte, N.C., in September. Carter won't be there live, however; he'll speak by video.

Romney Attacks President On Welfare; Obama Team Alleges Hypocrisy

Aug. 7: Frank James, NPR; 0 Comments

Mitt Romney's campaign charged President Obama with weakening work requirements for welfare recipients by offering waivers to the law. But Obama's campaign says that, as Massachusetts governor, Romney requested waivers as well.

7 Things To Watch Before Election Day

Aug. 6: Greg Henderson, NPR; 1 Comment

The presidential election is now three months away. While the campaign may well turn on unscripted surprises, here are seven predictable pivot points to watch between now and Nov. 6.

Romneys Sought Property Tax Relief On La Jolla Home In 2008

Aug. 6: City News Service; 3 Comments

Presumptive GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney and his wife, Ann, asked San Diego County for property tax relief after paying cash for their $12 million Mediterranean-style beachfront La Jolla home in 2008, it was reported today.

As Romney Heads Home, Campaign Steers Talk Back To Running Mate

Aug. 1: Greg Henderson, NPR; 0 Comments

After a weeklong international trip took the focus off of Bain Capital and taxes, the Mitt Romney campaign may be ready to take the focus off of its international trip. As Romney wrapped up his three-nation tour, his campaign announced a new app to keep track of the running mate selection process.