Molly Ball

Molly Ball is a staff writer covering national politics at The Atlantic.

In New Hampshire, Rick Santorum Messes With Success

In New Hampshire, Rick Santorum Messes With Success

As he revels in the glory of his Iowa near-win, the GOP contender tries to sell the Granite State a culture-warrior message. More »

What We Learned From the Iowa Caucuses

What We Learned From the Iowa Caucuses

Thoughts from a late night in the Hawkeye State, where a narrow Romney triumph reordered the Republican race. More »

Caucus Vignette: A Romney Blowout in the Des Moines Suburbs

Caucus Vignette: A Romney Blowout in the Des Moines Suburbs

In two precincts outside of Des Moines, the former Massachusetts governor cruised to victory. Elsewhere, however, the results are harder to divine. More »

Caucus Day: Where Things Stand in Iowa

Caucus Day: Where Things Stand in Iowa

As the candidates sprint through the home stretch of the nation's first presidential contest, here's how the race looks for frontrunners Romney, Santorum, and Paul. More »

On Caucus Day, Don't Forget About Ron Paul

On Caucus Day, Don't Forget About Ron Paul

No one needs a good showing in Iowa more, but the true strength of his non-traditional base of supporters is difficult to judge. More »

As Caucuses Near, Santorum Is Feeling Good

As Caucuses Near, Santorum Is Feeling Good

Seemingly assured of a strong finish in Iowa, the surging former senator was showing a new confidence on a final campaign swing. More »

Who Is Rick Santorum?

Who Is Rick Santorum?

Just call him "the Rooster": a primer on the sweater-vested former Pennsylvania senator who's suddenly looking like a threat to win Iowa. More »

The Des Moines Register Iowa Poll: Watch Those Romney and Santorum Trend Lines

The Des Moines Register Iowa Poll: Watch Those Romney and Santorum Trend Lines

The paper's final, authoritative survey finds a tight race with Mitt Romney in the catbird seat and Rick Santorum moving up. More »

Is Rick Perry the Iowa Dark Horse?

Is Rick Perry the Iowa Dark Horse?

Under the radar, the Texas governor is one of three candidates on an upward trajectory in the final days before the Iowa caucuses. More »

Rick Santorum's Miniature Iowa Moment

Rick Santorum's Miniature Iowa Moment

After months of grinding it out, the former Pennsylvania senator gets a tiny taste of vindication for his Iowa-based campaign. More »

Frank Luntz Always Makes Newt Gingrich Cry

Frank Luntz Always Makes Newt Gingrich Cry

Recalling his late mother, the former House speaker gets emotional -- not the first time he's been brought to tears lately, and hardly out of character. More »

Iowa Prepares to Settle for Romney

Iowa Prepares to Settle for Romney

In the final days before the Republican caucuses, many Iowa voters are girding themselves to accept the least implausible candidate. More »

Ron Paul's Iowa Edge: A Rock-Solid Caucus Campaign

Ron Paul's Iowa Edge: A Rock-Solid Caucus Campaign

Unlike the other candidates who have topped the polls, he's not a flavor of the week -- and that's why his candidacy poses such a threat. More »

Why Ron Paul's Racist Newsletters Didn't Hurt Him in Texas

Why Ron Paul's Racist Newsletters Didn't Hurt Him in Texas

A onetime opponent recalls trying to attack Paul on the issue a decade and a half ago -- and seeing the attempt backfire. More »

Video of the Day: Rick Perry's Ninja Move

Video of the Day: Rick Perry's Ninja Move

At the end of a campaign commercial featuring his wife, the Republican candidate bizarrely drops into the frame More »

Iowa Voters: What Do They Really Want?

Iowa Voters: What Do They Really Want?

The state's caucus-goers are the most sought-after group in presidential politics. But is anyone listening to them? More »

Someone Is Messing With NewtGingrich.com

Someone Is Messing With NewtGingrich.com

An Internet prankster has redirected the website bearing Gingrich's name to ones that carry reminders of the candidate's most embarrassing episodes More »

Will Social Conservative Leaders' Nod Lift Santorum in Iowa?

Will Social Conservative Leaders' Nod Lift Santorum in Iowa?

Top leaders of the state's religious right endorse the trailing candidate, but it is unclear whether their constituents will follow suit More »

Interview: Newt Gingrich's Activist Sister

Interview: Newt Gingrich's Activist Sister

The GOP front-runner's gay younger sister has defined her life and career in opposition to Gingrich's politics -- but they still love each other like family More »

GOP Debate Wrap: The Iowa Sprint Begins

GOP Debate Wrap: The Iowa Sprint Begins

The last full GOP debate before voting gets under way in Iowa leaves Gingrich wounded and Romney sitting pretty More »

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