congressional politics

We sent each of them — and the Democrats also vying for the seat — 10 questions about what they see as the top issues facing their potential constituents, how they'd tackle them, and how they'd emulate and differ from outgoing GOP Congresswoman Elise Stefanik. Below are their responses.

We sent each of them — and their Republican counterparts — 10 questions to get an idea of why they're running to represent the North Country, how they plan to tackle major issues, and how they'd engage with constituents across a sprawling rural district.

The president joined New York Republicans up for election including U.S. Rep. Mike Lawler and gubernatorial candidate Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman.

Western Massachusetts has new clout in the House.In today’s Congressional Corner, Massachusetts Congressman Jim McGovern, a Democrat from the second…

New House, new rules.In today’s Congressional Corner, Massachusetts Congressman Jim McGovern, a Democrat from the second district, continues his…

BOSTON (AP) — Former U.S. Sen. Scott Brown has joined the board of directors of Kadant Inc., a Westford-based paper company.Brown said he looked forward…

The nation is fast approaching the so-called fiscal cliff, and after last week’s school shooting in Connecticut and the addition of gun policy to the…

The Clintons continue to be major players in American politics despite both being out of elected office. In today’s Congressional Corner, Union College…

President Obama’s reelection could have major repercussions for the future of the Supreme Court. In today’s Congressional Corner, Union College political…

Super PACs and other issue groups spent billions during the campaign season. In today’s Congressional Corner, Union College political science professor…