Michael Barone explains why government spending can’t fix the economy.

Sen. Orrin Hatch makes the case against Elena Kagan’s confirmation.

Michael Rosen praises Oakland’s police department for keeping the city cool after a controversial verdict.

Mackubin Thomas Owens supports the nomination of Gen. James Mattis to CENTOM commander.

The Editors conclude that Mitt Romney is right about the New Start treaty.

Jim Geraghty questions the reliability of Public Policy Polling over dubious North Carolina poll numbers.