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The author reflects on how much the 2020 U.S. presidential election has amplified divisions. Topics discussed include the presidential campaigns of Democratic candidate Joe Biden and Republican candidate Donald Trump, the challenges facing the incoming president, and the escalating polarization and gridlock in 21st century American politics.

The article considers the onslaught of 2020 election-related litigation with relatively tight margins in key swing states, including Pennsylvania, Nevada and Georgia. Topics discussed include the campaigns of presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump, the Trump campaign's plan to file multiple lawsuits alleging that the ongoing vote count would result in tallying illegally cast ballots, and the election-law experts' dismissal of Trump's suggestion that the vote count was untoward.

The article looks at the state of the Democratic Party presidential primaries and caucuses for the upcoming presidential election in the U.S. as of February 2020. Topics discussed include impact of the Iowa caucus for Democrat candidate Pete Buttigieg, state of competition between Buttigieg and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders based on the caucus vote tallied as of February 5, and the performance of Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren.

The article features Jared Kushner, a senior adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump. Topics discussed include his political achievements including the Order of the Aztec Eagle medal given by the Mexican government after a trade agreement, his performance in the first few months including his support for Trump's decision to terminate Federal Bureau of Investigation Director James Comey, and his description of the Trump presidency.

The article summarizes events in 2019 which defined politics and brought changes in the system of capitalism and the socio-political position of the elite in the U.S. Topics discussed include the arrest of businessman and private equity investor Bill McGlashan for his alleged participation in a college admissions bribery scandal, the case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein who was an elite member in the country's financial sector, and the crisis of capitalism amidst the issue of taxes.

The author examines the implications of the possible impeachment of U.S. President Donald Trump. He describes the insights of English historian and statesman James Bryce on the dangers of a renegade president, as discussed in his book "Democracy in America," which are said to apply to the controversies involving Trump. He also discusses factors behind the prevalence of reflexive partisanship and political warfare, including gerrymandering that has produced few swing congressional districts.

The article discusses U.S. President Donald Trump's State of the Union speech which was delivered on February 5, 2019, and it mentions American political power, Trump's border-wall funding demands, and the political skills of U.S. Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi. A February 15, 2019 deadline for border-wall funding is addressed, along with a possible government shutdown, potential military troop withdrawals, and Trump's problems with some Republican U.S. Senators.

The article discusses why U.S. President Donald Trump was included on the short list of nominees for the periodical's 2018 Person of the Year award, and it mentions Trump's impacts on American politics and the nation's foreign relations and alliances. A rising deficit in the U.S. and stock market volatility are examined, along with tax cuts and Trump's ability to alter America's trade relationships with countries such as China and Canada.

The article discusses the presidency of American president Donald Trump as of September 2018. Particular focus is given to an investigation underway by special counsel Robert Mueller and to federal officials associated with Trump that have been convicted, pleaded guilty or are under scrutiny including Paul Manafort, Rick Gates and Michael Cohen. Additional topics discussed include how Trump violated campaign finance laws, White House spokesperson Sarah Huckabee Sanders, and American politics as of 2018.

The cover story is presented, which explores the current state of the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) in the U.S. Particular focus is given to how the agency has been attacked by President Donald Trump since his election in 2016. Public failures of the agency are discussed as are their continued efforts to do good work, including their overlook of warnings regarding the Parkland, Florida, school killings, their delay in probing into the sexual molestation investigation of Olympic gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar, and the arrest of the Golden State Killer. Various former FBI directors are discussed, including Robert Mueller and James Comey.

The article offers a profile of U.S. Attorney General Jefferson Beauregard Sessions III. Emphasis is given to topics such as his family origins in Alabama, the rejection of his nomination to be a federal judge in 1986 over allegations of racism, his opposition to undocumented immigrants as a U.S. Senator, and his conflicted relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump.

The article discusses how U.S. President Donald Trump has changed the way presidency is run. He has reportedly aborted multilateral trade deals and moved closer to indulge in nuclear war with North Korea. He has reportedly appointed a Supreme Court Justice who is re-constructing the judiciary. Trump is reportedly renegotiating the balance of Middle East power.

The article focuses on special counsel Robert Mueller's indictments against U.S. President Donald Trump. It discusses the indictments of former Trump's 2016 campaign officials Paul Manafort and Rick Gates and former campaign adviser George Papadopoulos regarding the alleged relationship of Trump with the Russian government. Information on Mueller's investigation on the issue also provided.

The article discusses whether U.S. President Donald Trump could improve his leadership. It is noted that a well-scheduled and prepared President could avoid major missteps, which is proved in Trump's overseas trip, organized by Jared Kushner and National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster. It is also mentioned that despite regular disruptions from the President, the White House has also fallen into a set rhythm of weekly meetings.

The article examines how U.S. President Donald Trump has criticized and attempted to discredit government organizations and institutions, focusing on the potential impact on the country's democracy. It looks at comments from Trump and his advisors suggesting the goal is to reverse the established system of government or what they refer to as the administrative state. Trump's use of the social media platform to rally his supporters and avoid media is also covered.

The article examines the impact of the death of Islamic State (ISIS) leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi who was killed in a raid conducted by the U.S. military in northwest Syria. Topics covered include collaboration of U.S. forces with the Iraqi government for the special operations that led to the demise of al-Baghdadi, features of the mission that killed al-Baghdadi and effect of the betrayal of the Kurds by the U.S. with the decision of President Donald Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from Syria.

The article discusses the trade dispute between the administration of U.S. president Donald Trump and China, and argues that the conflict could cost each U.S. household nearly $1,000 in 2020. The article also examines the impact of the trade dispute upon the Chinese economy, praise for Trump's stand from his political base and Chinese business leaders, and whether the Chinese government of president Xi Jinping will make concessions.

The article discusses the author's claim that U.S. President Donald Trump is following through with his pledge to disrupt America's political system as of 2017, and it mentions what the author refers to as the chaos that is associated with the first month of Trump's presidency. Leaks involving classified government information are addressed, along with protesters in America, Trump's immigration-related Executive Orders, and information about political consultants such as Reince Priebus.

The article discusses the Inauguration of U.S. President Donald John Trump in 2017, and it mentions the author's claim that Trump's inaugural speech broke with political tradition and alienated many of Trump's predecessors by laying out his views about American power and the nation's place in the global order. According to the author, Trump's speech may be one of the most misleading speeches in the history of presidential Inaugurations. Several former U.S. presidents are also mentioned.

The article offers information on the differences in the opinion of people in the U.S. on several issues including immigration, race, security, and the environment. Topics discussed include the views of Democrats and Republicans regarding each other, the influence of foreign elements in the U.S. politics including the potential intervention of Russia in the 2016 U.S. Presidential elections, and the challenges faced by the press in the U.S. under President Donald Trump.

The article reports that Iranian President Hassan Rouhani expected no major development on the nuclear deal after U.S. President Donald Trump threaten to abandon the deal. Theoretician Amir Mohebbian presents his views on U.S. government's support to Iran. It mentions that Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatullah Ali Khamenei condemns rants expressed by Trump.

The article offers information on the negative impacts of U.S. President Donald Trump's personal attacks on individuals on the U.S. politics. Topics discussed include the effects of Trump's behavior on several other politicians including Republican leader Mitch McConnell, the voting in the Senate on a healthcare legislation, and the vote cast by Senator John McCain. Also mentioned are several other Senators such as Susan Collins and Blake Farenthold.

The article reports on an investigation into the alleged involvement of Russia and the presidential campaign of U.S. President Donald J. Trump, citing its effect of the investigation on the Trump administration, as of June 2017. Topics include comments from Republican Congressman Trey Gowdy during the House Intelligence Committee hearing into the Russian operation against the 2016 election; and allegations against Trump's then national security aide Michael Flynn.

The article discusses the author's claim that U.S. President Donald Trump's various political threats are losing power as of April 2017, and it mentions U.S. Senator Rand Paul and Trump's plan to repeal America's Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Trump's book "The Art of the Deal" is assessed, along with antiestablishment sentiment in the country and Trump's relationships with the members of the nation's Congress. Trump's governing style is also examined.

The article discusses the author's views about the reasons why U.S. President Donald Trump is having trouble staffing his Administration as of 2017, and it mentions how Trump has blamed Democrats in the U.S. Senate for holding up dozens of appointees who are awaiting confirmation. According to the article, Trump has failed to nominate 505 of the 553 key Executive Branch positions in America's government. Trump's plan to reduce the size of the U.S. federal bureaucracy is examined.

The article discusses what the author refers to as a U.S. intelligence service report containing unsubstantiated allegations about American President-elect Donald Trump which was included in an official U.S. intelligence briefing less than two weeks before Trump's Inauguration in 2017. It states that rumors are circulating regarding Russia's possession of compromising information about Trump. The 2016 U.S. presidential election is assessed, along with political gossip and innuendo.

The article discusses political issues surrounding the dismissal of U.S. State Department Inspector General Steve Linick by U.S. President Donald Trump on May 15, 2020. Topics explored include the confirmation that said dismissal was recommended by U.S. State Secretary Mike Pompeo, the investigation being conducted by Linick into the alleged misuse of department staff by Pompeo, and the possible link between Linick's removal from office and the decision of Trump to sell weapons to Saudi Arabia.

The author discusses bipartisanship in the U.S. ahead of the 2020 U.S. presidential and congressional elections, and argues that despite political polarization and partisanship, political progress can be made in a bipartisan fashion. The author examines his initial reactions to the election of U.S. president Donald Trump and finding areas of agreement he has with Trump.

The article examines how business enterprises in the U.S. were attempting to mitigate medical supply shortages of equipment such as ventilators and personal protective equipment during the COVID-19 crisis in the U.S. in March 2020. It also discusses steps taken by the administration of U.S. president Donald Trump during the crisis, and the possible use of U.S. legislation the Defense Production Act (DPA).

The article discusses the need to reconsider the draft to move the issues of war and peace to the center of national discourse. Topics discussed include Congress' renewed interest in the draft with the creation of the National Commission on Military, National and Public Service to explore whether Americans be required to serve in the military as part of their civic duty. Also mentioned is America's engagement with protracted conflict with an all-volunteer army funded through deficit spending.

The article examines the concerning intrusion of domestic politics into national security in the U.S. under the administration of President Donald Trump. Topics discussed include Trump's strategic approach to ensure that the military is well-funded and his tendency to move impulsively with little military consultation or interagency advice. Also mentioned is the perception that much of Trump's military strategy is oriented toward what will benefit his reelection campaign.

The article details how U.S. President Donald Trump's obsession with a conspiracy theory led to the impeachment crisis. Topics discussed include Trump's Ukraine conspiracy theory and his notion that a network of enemies inside and outside his own government has been working against him, Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election, and Trump's possible impeachment because of allegations that he solicited foreign interference for his personal and political benefit.

The article reports on U.S. President Donald Trump's 2020 reelection campaign. It looks at how Trump has been using his own instinct for America's sore spots the engine of a political machine designed to inflame supporters. It also details how the campaign uses automated settings on Internet platforms like Google and Facebook to place digital advertisements anytime Trump creates a controversy.

The article focuses on the second presidential bid of U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders. Topics discussed include the highlights of his political career, a shift in his political campaign strategies for the 2020 presidential election, some of the issues he addressed in his campaign are the rigged system, the effects of his speeches to the audience, his covenant for his supporters, his refusal to discuss his own history and inner life and the issues he has to address in the primary.

The article discusses political career, accomplishments, and campaign of Mayor Pete Buttigieg of South Bend, Indiana in the 2020 U.S. Democratic Party presidential primaries. Topics explored include his political platform which focuses on freedom, security, and democracy, comparison between Buttigieg and U.S. President Donald Trump in terms of personality, and his views on issues affecting the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community in the country.

The article discusses response of U.S. President Donald Trump to the investigation conducted by U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Special Counsel Robert Mueller into the possible Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Topics explored include the way the investigation influenced the use of executive power by Trump, the dismissal of Mueller from his post, and the statement issued by U.S. Attorney General William Barr to the obstruction of justice charges filed against Trump.

The article looks at how the Senate trial for the impeachment of U.S. President Donald Trump affects the preparation of Senators including Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and Cory Booker for the 2020 U.S. elections. Topics discussed include the decision to end Booker's race for the Democrats' nomination due to the impeachment trial, views of Democratic strategist Matt Paul on the issue, and strategies planned including the use of social media and out-of-state proxies.

The article focuses on Amy Klobuchar, a U.S. senator who is running for the Democratic nomination for U.S. President in the 2020 election. Topics discussed include early political career, her presidential campaign that was launched in February 2019, and her views about politics and government in the U.S.

The article reports on the impeachment inquiry against U.S. President Donald Trump before the U.S. House Intelligence Committee led by Representative Adam Schiff. Topics discussed include the allegations that Trump pressured Ukrainian authorities to favor him in the 2020 U.S. presidential election, the testimonies of government officials William Taylor and George Kent, and the Republicans' criticism of the impeachment inquiry.

The author argues that suggestions favoring the deployment of the U.S. military to address difficulties at the U.S-Mexico border relating to the influx of undocumented immigrants into the U.S. He states that the U.S. military can assist the U.S. Border Patrol, but that it would be inappropriate for the military to conduct law enforcement operations, which are better left to other executive agencies of the U.S. government.

The article discusses a May 31, 2019, public hearing hosted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in Silver Spring, Maryland, concerning the cannabis-derived product cannabidiol (CBD) and the possibility that the FDA would approve the product, and lobbying efforts by the agricultural industry, particularly hemp farmers, in favor of approval.

The article discusses various aspects of American actor Jeff Daniels' career as of 2019, and it mentions his role in the Broadway theatrical production "To Kill a Mockingbird," his views about decency and American politics, and his former role in the film "Dumb and Dumber." Daniels' views about U.S. President Donald Trump and America's Attorney General William Barr are addressed, along with the television series "The Newsroom" and Tony Award nominations.

The article reports on the state of the union speech of U.S. President Donald Trump. Topics discussed include public opinion on President Trump, remarks from former Arizona Senator Jeff Flake, and border-wall funding being demanded by President Trump. It also mentions the relationship of President Trump with the Republican Party, and concerns about President Trump's threat to invoke a national emergency on the border in 2019.

The author comments on the 2020 U.S. elections and on how the tribal loyalties remain intense. He discusses how Americans are by and large entrenched in their political and cultural tribes, on how the campaigns of presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump have amplified divisions, and the escalating polarization and gridlock in American politics.