Which Numbers Belong on the Scoreboard? March 29, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, Senior Washington Editor Ron Elving says public opinion polls aren't the only numbers that bear watching in the presidential contest.
Spinning a Web of Money and Politics March 25, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, NPR Correspondent Peter Overby takes readers on a tour of the convoluted -- and ever-changing -- rules of campaign finance.
The Battle for Senate Control March 22, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, NPR Political Editor Ken Rudin assesses the state of play in this year's Senate elections.
Too Hot for the Doldrums March 18, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, National Political Correspondent Mara Liasson looks at the potential pitfalls in the longer-than-normal presidential campaign season.
Overheard on the Hustings March 15, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, Congressional Correspondent David Welna discusses Sen. John Kerry's remark about "crooked" Republican opponents.
Hunting Opinions on the Road to the General Election March 11, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, Senior National Correspondent Linda Wertheimer surveys the road ahead on the longest general election campaign ever.
The VP Question, a Candor-Free Zone March 8, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, Senior Washington Editor Ron Elving looks at the speculation over No. 2 on both presidential tickets.
Democrats' Calm Conceals Questions About Kerry March 4, 2004 • The Democratic Party has united behind Sen. John Kerry. But for many Democrats, he was less a full-hearted choice than a fail-safe accommodation against President Bush, says NPR Senior Correspondent Juan Williams.
President Bush and the Republican Vote March 1, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, Senior National Correspondent Linda Wertheimer says Republican voters' concerns about President Bush may provide an opening for his Democratic rivals.
Nader's Back. Now What? February 23, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, National Political Correspondent Mara Liasson gauges the impact of Ralph Nader's independent run for the White House.
Should I Stay or Should I Go? February 19, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, Political Editor Ken Rudin says John Edwards must tread carefully as he continues his presidential run against John Kerry.
John Edwards and the No. 2 Slot February 16, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, Senior Washington Editor Ron Elving assesses John Edwards as a potential running mate for John Kerry, and the candidates' roles in Wisconsin's rich primary history.
The Real John Kerry February 12, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, NPR Congressional Correspondent David Welna compares John Kerry the senator and John Kerry the presidential candidate.
What Happened to Howard Dean? February 9, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, Senior Correspondent Juan Williams examines the reasons for the meltdown of Howard Dean's presidential campaign.
Diverse Democrats Converge in 2004 February 5, 2004 • In the latest Politically Speaking column, Senior National Correspondent Linda Wertheimer says this year, Democratic voters from diverse states like New Hampshire and Arizona are thinking alike.