Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton Are Not Worthy of the White House

Brian Myers: Donald Trump clearly needs to be in therapy. Hillary Clinton clearly needs to be indicted. Neither are fit for the White House.

Ex-CIA Officer Launches Independent Presidential Bid

Evan McMullin, a former CIA officer and chief policy director for the House Republican Conference, launched an independent presidential campaign.

The Electoral Map Doesn’t Look Good for Trump

Shane Vander Hart: Based on state polling the current electoral college map in 2016 does not look very good for Donald Trump heading into November.

Mitt Romney: Better than We Thought…Less Than We Need

Adam Graham: Personal decency and character should define conservative candidates, but be coupled with the ability to offer bold, conservative leadership.

Ben Carson Ignores Own Criteria in Endorsing Donald Trump

Dr. Ben Carson violates his pledge not to endorse a candidate and ignores his criteria for an endorsement when he backed Donald Trump for President.

Why I (Likely) Won’t Be Voting for Donald Trump

Shane Vander Hart explains why it is extremely unlikely he will cast a vote for Donald Trump in November should he become the Republican nominee.

Rick Perry 2.0 Is Off to a Good Start

Former Texas Governor Rick Perry’s second presidential campaign has avoided his past mistakes of 2012 and is off to a good start in early states.

John Kasich: I’m Unorthodox Because I’m Normal

Governor John Kasich (R-Ohio) explained to reporters in New Hampshire that he is an unorthodox politician because he’s a normal guy.

Ted Cruz: I Believe in the Power of Millions of Courageous Conservatives

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) formally announced his candidacy for President of the United States during an address at Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA.

Ted Cruz Jumps Into 2016 Race

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) jumped into the 2016 race with both feet last night with a single tweet shortly before midnight.

Video: Carly Fiorina Discusses 2016, Common Core

Former HP CEO Carly Fiorina talks to Caffeinated Thoughts about her interest in 2016, what would set her apart as a candidate and her view of Common Core.

2014 in Review: Our Top Stories and Highlights

Shane Vander looks at some of Caffeinated Thoughts top stories and recaps monthly highlights in U.S. politics, Iowa politics and cultural news.

Rick Santorum Wins Our Labor Day Presidential Preference Poll

Former U.S. Senator and 2012 Iowa Caucus winner Rick Santorum wins our Presidential preference poll, drops to fourth place among Iowa participants.

Three Questions Mike Pence Will Avoid Hiding Out in Iowa

Gov. Mike Pence (R-IN) will manage to duck questions on Obamacare, Common Core, and integrating workforce development into K-12 education when in Iowa.

Bobby Jindal Considering 2016 Presidential Run

Caffeinated Thoughts discusses the 2016 presidential race, Common Core, activist judges and a pro-life agenda with Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal.

Proof that Rick Santorum is Running for President

Former U.S. Senator and 2012 Iowa Caucus Winner Rick Santorum offers proof that he is running for President in 2016 in the form of a NCAA bracket.