Paul Fanlund

In a wide-ranging interview, the first-ever woman to serve as speaker of the House of Representatives previews her appearance at Cap Times Idea Fest.

Harris’ DNC speech was masterful, but the Republican who preceded her also performed marvelously.

Big-name national speakers have dominated promotion around our 8th annual thought festival, but our 22 sessions offer lots of variety.

It’s in the background now, but bus rapid transit and anti-homeowner zoning polices have angered many Madisonians.

The eighth Cap Times Idea Fest will be most remembered for contributions by its phenomenal, famous, and history-making women speakers.

The media’s fixation on Harris’ interview style and supposed lack of them is about journalistic egos and a misguided search for “balance.”

Donald Trump’s lies and ramped-up coarseness seem attractive to many of his followers. Will the Kamala Harris option of a safe and normal America prevail?

The possibility of Donald Trump becoming president again is frightening. Here are four ways to cope with the anxiety during the election’s final weeks.

Polls show an exceptionally tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Election Day is near, and coping poses a big challenge.

Washington Post journalists like David Maraniss and former editor Marty Baron are right to blast owner Jeff Bezos for blocking a Kamala Harris endorsement.