The fact that Obama is getting criticism from the left and the right might reflect his understanding of the underlying political dynamics.

In Washington, compromise has become a dirty word.

It's a bit unfair to accuse Obama of dividing the nation when the facts show that it already is.

Every now and then, a presidential candidate surprises us with a truly human and honest moment.

Obama still has work to do with the vision thing. Convincing voters that he has a credible, practical plan to turn the nation around is a process, not a speech.

The fact that Obama is getting criticism from the left and the right might reflect his understanding of the underlying political dynamics.

Don't stigmatize in a rush to explain inexplicable evil.