U.S. ViewpointsMeet the ‘independent voters' who will likely decide which party triumphs in the 2026 midterm elections Republicans and Democrats need to make inroads with independent voters. But the themes that motivate the party faithful may not sit well with independents, who tend to recoil against partisan rancor. Updated October 8, 2026 at 8:51 AM
U.S. ViewpointsCOUNTERPOINT: Trump's name belongs on the building he is savingUpdated October 8, 2026 at 8:46 AM
U.S. ViewpointsPOINT: Trump's name should never go on the Kennedy CenterUpdated October 8, 2026 at 8:42 AM
U.S. ViewpointsCommentary: Cornell case shows #MeToo is still changing the worldOctober 8, 2026 at 8:17 AM
U.S. ViewpointsEditorial: What would socialist policies mean for the middle class? Updated October 8, 2026 at 7:18 AM
U.S. ViewpointsGustavo Arellano: What Steve Hilton doesn't get about Xavier Becerra's parents October 8, 2026 at 3:17 AM
U.S. ViewpointsMark Z. Barabak: Hilton makes history in California governor's race. But not the kind he had in mind Updated October 8, 2026 at 3:10 AM
U.S. ViewpointsMark Gongloff: Florida's dengue fever outbreak is a national warningOctober 7, 2026 at 1:05 PM
U.S. ViewpointsCommentary: Brazil's elections appear to be another win for Donald TrumpOctober 7, 2026 at 12:47 PM
U.S. ViewpointsOPINION: Why not a 'neutral referee' on elections? Updated October 7, 2026 at 12:20 PM
U.S. ViewpointsAllison Schrager: Why bowl together when you can scroll alone?October 7, 2026 at 11:53 AM
U.S. ViewpointsSteve Lopez: 'Take out' L.A. or San Diego? This buffoon thinks Trump was way out of line Updated October 7, 2026 at 9:46 AM
U.S. ViewpointsArmed poll watchers: New Jersey's 1981 racist voter intimidation campaign is a cautionary tale ahead of 2026 midterms Updated October 7, 2026 at 8:19 AM
U.S. ViewpointsMissing ambassadors, inexperienced appointees – is Washington dropping the diplomatic ball? Updated October 7, 2026 at 8:19 AM
U.S. ViewpointsCornell 7 case puts a spotlight on fraternity misconduct – and the limits of universities' power to stop it Updated October 7, 2026 at 8:19 AM
U.S. ViewpointsRochelle Olson: What if we reversed the genders at St. Paul City Hall? Updated October 7, 2026 at 7:34 AM
U.S. ViewpointsCarl P. Leubsdorf: Republicans running 2020 election deniers in key states Updated October 7, 2026 at 7:31 AM
U.S. ViewpointsEditorial: Dave McCormick dreams of strengthening science, but Trump is researchers' worst nightmare Updated October 7, 2026 at 7:31 AM
U.S. ViewpointsMichael Hiltzik: Trump's deal for Venezuela's oil is secretive, exaggerated and suspicious October 7, 2026 at 3:28 AM
U.S. ViewpointsCommentary: The views of tradwife influencers are evolving. It's a complicated victory October 7, 2026 at 3:05 AM
