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The article discusses the pros and cons of the U.S. Republican Party's high number of contenders to become the party's U.S. presidential candidate in 2016 and mentions campaign tactics of previous Republican political candidates such as Newt Gingrich.

The author discusses the new normal on the cost associated for seeking the U.S. presidency, in which he details on the price of running political advertising on television stations and the challenges faced by those who cannot afford to have big campaign sponsors in 2015.

The article discusses the author's opinions on the connection between the public's approval of a U.S. President and the percentage of votes received by candidates from the President's party, focusing on ways that Democratic candidates are trying to avoid being hurt by President Barack Obama's approval rating.

The author discusses political campaigns for the U.S. Senate as of August 7, 2014, focusing on analysis of Republican and Democratic candidate performances and suggesting strategies for Republican victories in Democrat-held states.

The author argues that U.S. Republican Party (GOP) political candidates in 2014 need to focus their political campaigns around real-life examples of how the U.S. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ObamaCare) has apparently hurt American citizens, focusing on health insurance-related costs.

The author discusses the campaigns for the 2014 U.S. Senate election, arguing that Republican candidates have political advantages and that Democrats will use attack strategies in response.

The author presents his thoughts on the electoral strategy of presumptive 2012 U.S. Republican Party U.S. presidential nominee Mitt Romney as of May 23, 2012.

The author comments on the emergence of Newt Gingrich as the leading U.S. Republican presidential candidate in spite of his lack of campaign organization in Iowa and most other states.

The author comments on the re-election strategy of U.S. President Barack Obama, which involves mixing the campaign rhetoric of former Presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt and Harry Truman.

The author reflects on the implications of Internet-centric political campaigns driven by changes in where people get election information for U.S. politics as of March 2011.

The author contends that U.S. President Barack Obama has failed to keep to his campaign promises. He enumerates instances in which Obama opposed the policies of the administration of former President George W. Bush and yet he has adopted those very policies after becoming president. He points out that during the campaign Obama has promised to reduce the budget deficit and to oppose government-run health care, but his actions totally contradict his promise.

The author discusses the merits of Senator John McCain and endorses his candidacy for the U.S. presidency. He says that campaign statistics do not move in a straight line and that the polls could still turn in Sen. McCain's favor. It is said that the main issue carried by the presidential candidates is still about the advocacy on tax and tax credits in which the author says Sen. McCain's plan is preferred by voters. The author suggests that Sen. McCain should warn voters on Sen. Barack Obama's new friends including Bill Ayers and Tony Rezko.

The article presents the author's views on the strategies presidential candidates U.S. Senators Barack Obama and John McCain their election campaign. He observes that Obama is using his funds to keep McCain from gaining ground, is doing all he can to look presidential, and is making the case that his lack of experience or record should not disqualify him from the presidency.

The author reflects on the U.S. presidential debate between U.S. Senators John McCain and Barack Obama. He cites both the positive and negative aspects of the confrontation including their opinion on the financial crises, position on taxation and health-care plans. He concludes there are no killer blows as each is faced with various challenges in the remaining days prior the elections. Mr. McCain has to convince voters that he reflects responsible change while Mr. Obama must prove he can be a president inspite of his lack of qualifications.

The author asserts the need for 2008 U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Senator Barack Obama to sell himself and not attack his opponent, Republican Senator John McCain. He notes the trends in election polls that favor McCain over Obama, such as a large percentage of Americans considering Obama unqualified for the presidency and a tightening in party identification. He argues that it is a mistake for Obama to spend a lot of time attacking McCain, like when he mocked McCain's inability to use a keyboard and when he called McCain dishonorable.

The author claims that the fact that U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama is worried about Republican vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin is an advantage for the Republican party. He said that Obama should remember that he is running against Senator John McCain and not Palin for president. He thinks that Palin is a political phenomenon who can change the outcome of the elections and if Obama does not stop attacking her, the possibility that she will become Vice President increases.

The author discusses how each U.S. presidential candidate, Senators Barack Obama and John McCain resolves the Iraq problem. He focuses on Obama's Iraq policy and sees his opposition to the surge as a problem because it undermines his argument that he has better judgement on national security. He also cites Obama's cancellation of a visit to U.S. soldiers wounded in Iraq as adding to his growing reputation for arrogance. The author said that his biggest mistake was missing the opportunity to show he can admit a mistake about the success of the surge.

The author comments on U.S. presidential candidates Senators John McCain and Barack Obama's shifts in positions on various issues. He observes that McCain has changed his position on drilling for oil and tax cuts but always admits and explains the reason for his change in position. Obama on the other hand has shifted on public financing, free trade and welfare reform but has never admitted these changes to voters. He believes that McCain has a record of being a brave leader while Obama may be seen as a cynical politician instead of an inspiring leader.

The author reflects on U.S. Senator Barack Obama's campaign. He believes that Obama concentrates on avoiding the Democratic mistake of 2000. He sees that Obama has likewise utilized the Internet for his campaigns just like U.S. President George W. Bush did. According to the author, the Obama campaign has imitated the strategy of Bush in expanding the general election map.

The author considers the campaign funds of Democrat presidential candidate Barack Obama. He argues that the money advantage of Obama over Republican candidate John McCain may not be enough to win the presidency. He questions the wisdom behind Obama's television advertising spending. He says that being a good candidate and right on issues matter more than money.

The author reflects on the controversies U.S. Senator Barack Obama has faced as well as his statements in response to the controversies. He provides an account of such controversies including the controversy between Obama and Reverend Jeremiah Wright where the author states that America heard eight different explanations from Obama within 62 days. The author believes that Obama's 2008 presidential campaign is personality-driven rather than idea-driven. He also foresees that Obama might just be another liberal politician.

The author reflects on the personal life of Senator John McCain, U.S. Republican presidential candidate for 2008. He cites his conversation with Colonel Bud Day, recipient of Congressional Medal of Honor who told the story of how McCain helped him after escaping from a North Vietnamese prison during the Vietnam War. The author expresses his admiration for McCain's reticence about his private life. He, however, urges McCain to open up so voters will get to know his character, integrity and decency.

The author criticizes the length of political campaign in the U.S. for the 2008 presidential elections. According to the author, candidates could have more time to think about other important things if primaries and caucuses are spread out with weeks. A longer primary process, says the author, increases pressure on candidates. The author suggests the creation of a series of days on which states could hold their primaries or caucuses.