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October 30, 2017

Most Republicans Follow Trump, Not GOP Senators

Two prominent Republican senators who have decided not to seek reelection have been increasingly vocal in their criticism of President Trump in recent days. But most GOP voters want their party to follow Trump, not Senate Republicans.

October 30, 2017

Most Still Aren’t Buying JFK ‘Lone Gunman’ Conclusion

Most Americans still aren’t convinced that President John F. Kennedy was the victim of a lone assassin in November 1963.

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October 30, 2017

Christ Church and the Slavers' Blood Money By Charles Hurt

“All are welcome. No exceptions,” reads the cheap, blue sign zip-tied to the wrought iron fence between brick pillars outside Christ Church in Alexandria.

“All,” that is, except George Washington and Robert E. Lee. Or, anyone who reveres either of the two great generals. Or, even the memory of them.

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October 30, 2017

President Trump Needs a Stable Dollar Along With Tax Cuts to Maximize Growth By Lawrence Kudlow

President Trump is likely to name a new Federal Reserve chair over the next few days. Speculation is focused on current Fed governor Jay Powell and Stanford University economist John Taylor. The list may be larger; it could still include current Chair Janet Yellen or Kevin Warsh. Trump is soliciting opinions and advice from people inside and outside government. We will see soon enough.

October 28, 2017

What They Told Us: Reviewing Last Week’s Key Polls - Week Ending October 28, 2017

Mainstream media outlets haven’t quite caught up with this week’s turn in Special Prosecutor Richard Mueller’s Russian collusion investigation as news reports now show that the Clinton campaign was working with Russian sources to dig up dirt on then-Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.

October 27, 2017

66% Say Keep U.S. Troops Out of Places Not Vital to National Interest

Voters continue to believe American soldiers shouldn’t be in places where it isn’t vital to the country's national interest, that number has dipped to its lowest level in years. 

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October 27, 2017

It's Trump's Party Now By Patrick J. Buchanan

"More is now required of us than to put down our thoughts in writing," declaimed Jeff Flake in his oration against President Trump, just before he announced he will be quitting the Senate.   

October 27, 2017

Megyn Kelly's Not a Fan Favorite

Megyn Kelly’s new NBC morning show isn’t raking in the ratings, possibly because Americans aren’t the biggest fans of Kelly herself.

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October 27, 2017

Both Parties Trying Even Harder to Defeat Themselves By Michael Barone

Three weeks ago, I wrote a column about how both parties seem determined to lose the next elections. Since then, the pace has accelerated.

The clamor is more visible -- and more assiduously reported by mainstream media -- among the Republicans.

October 26, 2017

Americans Strongly Favor Requiring Vaccinations For School

Despite ongoing concerns about their safety, adults are still adamant that students should be vaccinated before going to school.

October 26, 2017

51% Say Lawbreaking Likely in Clinton Dealings With Russia

With the Clinton Foundation and Hillary Clinton’s campaign coming under increasing investigative scrutiny for their ties to Russia, just over half of voters now think something illegal was going on. 

October 26, 2017

Like It or Not, Americans Agree on Importance of Homework

Some school districts in New Jersey are now doing away with homework at the elementary level, but most Americans continue to believe that homework is an essential learning tool.

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October 26, 2017

Primary Colors in Red By Kyle Kondik

If President Trump actively campaigned against incumbents of his own party in primaries next year, it would be an unusual political occurrence. But it would not be without precedent. In fact, he wouldn’t even be the first ideologically flexible, wealthy New Yorker who occupied the Oval Office to do so.

October 25, 2017

41% Have Been A Victim of A Major Data Breach

Data breaches at major companies like the recent one at credit reporting firm Equifax are happening more frequently, and a sizable number of Americans admit to being a victim of a cyber attack.

October 25, 2017

Fewer Voters Want Legal Action Against Sanctuary Cities

The topic of sanctuary cities has become a focal point in upcoming state gubernatorial campaigns. But while voters don’t believe sanctuary communities are safe, they’re less enthusiastic about taking legal action against them.

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October 25, 2017

A Private Military By John Stossel

We've fought in Afghanistan for 16 years now. Are we making progress?   

October 25, 2017

50% Favor Law Fining Parents for Kids' Bullying

Under a new law that went into effect this month, parents in a community in western New York could face fines and jail time if their child bullies other minors.

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October 25, 2017

The Lib Enablers of Perv Photog Terry Richardson By Michelle Malkin

If you wonder why Hollywood stayed so quiet so long about casting couch abuse behind closed doors, just look at how the entertainment industry enabled perverted sexual exploitation of women in front of the camera.

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October 24, 2017

Voters Share Obama’s, Bush’s Concerns About Today’s Political Climate

Former Presidents Obama and George W. Bush on the same day last week bemoaned the current state of politics in America in remarks many interpreted as aimed at President Trump. Voters strongly agree with what they had to say.

October 24, 2017

National Security Now Ties Trump Links to Russia As Top Voter Concern

Nine months into Donald Trump's presidency, voters are still concerned about his administration's Russia connection, but worries about national security have now jumped to the top of the list of voter concerns as well.