Articles By Jeremy B. White

Bill Clinton Speaks at the 2012 DNC

Bill Clinton's Convention Speech: Five Takeaways

The iconic Democrat and former president delivered a rousing, forceful speech in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday night, energizing the crowd as he extolled President Barack Obama's accomplishments and repudiated the Republican platform. Here are a few of the salient points.

Democratic National Convention

Democratic National Convention Schedule: Who's Speaking And When On Wednesday

The Democratic Party's quadrennial nominating party is underway, and the days preceding President Obama's climactic acceptance speech are crammed with party luminaries and promising up-and-comers.

Sen. John Kerry, D-Mass.

John Kerry, Secretary Of State?

Secretary of State Hilary Clinton has said that she plans to relinquish her post soon, a potential second term for President Obama notwithstanding. That leaves an opening for Kerry, who will be speaking at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday.

US Food Stamp Program

Record US Food Stamp Use May Give Republicans An Opening

Almost 50 million Americans, about one in six, used food stamps in June. Republicans who say President Barack Obama has led more Americans to rely on government help may find the bad news helps them.

Charlotte, North Carolina

DNC Puts Spotlight On How North Carolina Is A New Battleground

The fact that the Democrats are preparing to convene in North Carolina highlights how shifting demographics are changing America's electoral map.

Romney at RNC

As Good As Bob Dole: Romney Gets Minimal Convention Boost

Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney saw his approval numbers barely budge after accepting his party's nomination on Thursday.

Gore

A Decade Too Late, Al Gore Calls For End To US Electoral College

In one of the less surprising developments of the week, it turns out Al Gore is not a big fan of the U.S. electoral college.

Romney at RNC

With Few Policy Ideas, Romney Falls Flat: Analysis

This was supposed to be Mitt Romney's moment. Instead, his speech sounded like one long repudiation of President Obama, with a few policy points thrown in.

Ryan and Romney at RNC

'We Deserve Better' Than Obama's Failure, Romney Says

Mitt Romney accepted the Republican nomination for president on Thursday night with a speech proclaiming his vision to renew America.

Romney at RNC

Live Coverage Of The Republican National Convention

Stick with IBTimes as we bring you the night's action, updated by the minute.