Though wrung of much of the drama of his historic first inauguration, President Obama's efficient, specific and, at times, soaring address outshone his first with allusions to Lincoln, King and Kennedy. Speech experts and presidential historians weigh in on Obama's words and delivery.
President Obama began his second term with an unapologetically liberal inaugural address, calling on Americans to work together to preserve entitlements, address climate change and extend civil rights. Conservative and libertarian observers noted an "aggressive" approach to the speech.
Republican Gabriel Gomez is waging a steep uphill battle against veteran Massachusetts Democrat Ed Markey. However, many voters consider Gomez’s newcomer status a “a breath of fresh air” in a polluted political climate.
Turnout in Tuesday’s special senate primary will probably be low — almost no one is used to voting in April. But by rights this election should be a door-buster.
Don’t count him out, though. Lynch has made a habit of beating the odds — especially when it comes to special elections.
WBUR’s analyst offers some nagging questions about how the conventions affected our politics.
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In a move that nobody expected, Barack Obama has opened up a foreign policy front against Mitt Romney. Commentator Rob Gray says it’s a risky play that will either backfire for the president, or seal his victory.
It’s an issue that will eventually affect the health and savings of every American. So before casting your vote for president, says James Roosevelt, Jr., be clear: Only one party will preserve the “promise” of Medicare.
The crucible of the presidency in times of war and economic hardship has tempered Barack Obama and according to commentator Renée Loth it’s also made him stronger and wiser.
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The two weeks of high political drama are over. WBUR’s political team dissects the conventions.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As the Democratic National Convention closed, we spoke with two Massachusetts delegates about President Obama’s re-election race, and Elizabeth Warren’s Senate challenge.
The pledge is an obvious tactic by the Democratic machine to put the Republican campaigns back on their heels early in the abbreviated campaign.
BOSTON — U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren held a reception and ceremonial swearing-in Saturday afternoon at Roxbury Community College.
WASHINGTON — It was an ebullient Elizabeth Warren who appeared Thursday. Gone was the weariness from the long months of the campaign.
BOSTON — Republican Richard Tisei has conceded the race for the 6th Congressional District to Democratic incumbent Rep. John Tierney.
Democratic U.S. Rep. John Tierney has been re-elected in Massachusetts’ 6th Congressional District despite a fierce challenge from Republican Richard Tisei, who will likely challenge the results.
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BOSTON — The only question that was rejected by voters attracted the most spending — physician-assisted suicide.
BOSTON — Still illegal under federal law, the medical marijuana ballot initiative passed by Mass. voters creates challenges for state regulators.
BOSTON — Patrick told reporters Wednesday that he supported the question after his experience with his mother at the end of her life.
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