2016 Republican National Convention
A Whirlwind 2 Weeks In Politics: Recapping Our Coverage Of The National Conventions
If you feel like these last two weeks flew by and are worried you missed out on stories from the conventions, here's a guide to the best of our coverage.
Commentary: Trump Must Be Trump
Donald Trump’s extremely long convention speech was persuasive. It persuaded his supporters that he would not “pivot” to a new general election persona, writes Todd Domke.
Commentary: Corey Lewandowski Was Right. Paul Manafort Has To Go.
Even before the Republican National Convention had opened earlier this week in Cleveland, Paul Manafort was setting the event up for failure, writes Dan Payne.
What Was Accomplished, And What Wasn't, At The RNC This Week
It was an unusual convention, at least compared to those of recent decades, with some clear party discord throughout the week.
Where The GOP Stands After The Convention
National Committeeman Ron Kaufman, a delegate from Massachusetts and a true veteran of GOP politics, joined WBUR's Morning Edition to discuss.
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The Sights And Sounds Of Cleveland Outside The Convention Hall
You've heard from Republican convention delegates, analysts and politicians gathered in Cleveland, but there's been a different scene outside the hall.
As Republican National Convention Ends, Some Note A Lack Of Policy Discussion
In Donald Trump's speech Thursday night accepting the GOP nomination, he promised to make America safe again, but didn't really explain how to get there.
Watch: Republican National Convention Day 4
Watch the action on the floor of Republican National Convention live.
College Students Attending RNC Share Their Thoughts About The Convention And Donald Trump
For most of these students, it's their first time getting to vote in a presidential election. We asked them to share the most striking observations about the convention and Donald...
Make The GOP One Again? Mass. Delegates Divided Ahead Of Trump's Big Night
On what's supposed to be Donald Trump's big night, members of the Massachusetts delegation remain divided over their hopes for the party -- and their affection for its presidential nominee.
Writer Mark Singer Says Trump Campaign Is All About 'Ego Gratification'
In his new book, Singer recalls his observations since he first wrote a profile of the businessman for The New Yorker in the 1990s.
Trump's War On 'Political Correctness' Is At The Center Of His Appeal
For Donald Trump supporters, his unfiltered, blunt style is a political asset.
Watch: Republican National Convention Day 3
Watch the full second day of the Republican National Convention.
Why This Black Feminist Republican From Boston Supports Donald Trump
Tuesday night, Parson Hicks got the honor of announcing how Massachusetts' delegates voted in the state-by-state roll call that officially made Donald Trump the party's nominee.
As Trump Becomes Official Nominee, The Traditional 'Yankee Republican' May Be Changing
As Massachusetts' Republican governor sits out the party's national convention, some say there is a way to get behind both.
Commentary: The 'Trump Convention' Is Tarnishing The Trump Brand
Todd Domke reviews how the convention is undermining Donald Trump's political brand.
Worcester Delegate On Why He's Supporting Donald Trump
One of the RNC's themes -- "Make American Safe Again" -- strikes a chord with delegate Bill McCarthy. He's worried about immigration and its effects on national security.
Watch: Republican National Convention Day 2
Watch the full second day of the Republican National Convention.
Mass. Delegation Is 'Very Strong' For Donald Trump, But Not All Are On Board
Since Trump won the primary in Massachusetts, the delegation will cast most of its votes for him Tuesday night. But that doesn't mean they're all happy about it.
Doris Kearns Goodwin On How The RNC Compares To The Dramatic 1912 One
In 1912, President William Howard Taft was challenged by populist Teddy Roosevelt, who primaries showed had popular support.