Why do US presidential inaugurations matter? Collective rituals carry the weight of tradition, which gives them an aura of historical continuity and legitimacy United States • 20 Jan
The story of America's first multi-racial vice-president It was Charles Curtis rather than Kamala Harris who was America's first biracial vice-president Brainstorm • 18 Jan
How much damage has Donald Trump done to the United States? The norm-busting, ludicrous, calculated, dangerous and inept president leaves behind a damaged country United States • 12 Jan
How the US Capitol riots put democracy under attack The storming of the US Capitol was an act of terrorism intended to put an end to the democratic process United States • 07 Jan
From racism to politics, how Irish diplomats saw 1960s' America 'Diplomats naturally focus on how issues in the countries to which they were posted impact on the country that they represent' History • 26 Nov 20
Why Joe Biden's win is good news for a Brexit deal The incoming US president's suppport for stability in Northern Ireland greatly increases the prospects of an EU-UK trade deal. Brexit • 25 Nov 20
What will Joe Biden's presidency mean for US immigration policy? The president-elect has pledged to adopt a wide range of far-reaching immigration measures during his first 100 days in office United States • 12 Nov 20
How will faith influence Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in office? The incoming US president and vice-president have talked a lot about faith, so how will this influence their administration? United States • 11 Nov 20
Will Joe Biden's presidency be a climate game-changer? The incoming US president has pledged that climate action will be a priority for his administration so what can we expect? US Election 2020 • 10 Nov 20
'The end of Trump? It's only the beginning' Even if Joe Biden is confirmed as the 46th president of the United States, Trumpism has won Donald Trump • 05 Nov 20
Fox vs CNN: fear and loathing on the TV The battle for the White House is also a battle between partisan US TV networks Fox News and CNN US Election 2020 • 29 Oct 20
Will Joe Biden 'speak softly' or 'carry a big stick'? If he becomes US president, Joe Biden's foreign policy approach to Latin America is likely to be a mixture of persuasion and force United States • 23 Oct 20
Is Donald Trump really a strongman leader? Like many authoritarian politicians, the US president has tried to present himself as a leader with charismatic strength US Election 2020 • 22 Oct 20
How Operation Coffee Cup undermined US universal healthcare An intriguing 1960s' campaign saw future US president Ronald Reagan attacking 'socialized medicine' on a vinyl record US Election 2020 • 20 Oct 20
Who monitors the US presidential election? Aside from national observers and oversight bodies, the US has also invited an international body to observe the upcoming election Elections • 15 Oct 20
How the United States lost the plot over Covid-19 The politicisation of the pandemic means many Americans have refused to take precautions against the virus United States • 05 Oct 20
How will Trump's Covid diagnosis affect the election outcome? Here's how the diagnosis could swing the US presidential election either way for the incumbent US presidential election • 02 Oct 20
The 10 swing states that will decide the US presidential election Results in these states in November will tell us if Donald Trump gets four more years or if Joe Biden is heading to the White ... US election 2020 • 04 Sep 20
Why does Donald Trump still appeal to so many evangelicals? Many believe the US president hears their fears, takes them seriously and responds to their concerns US election 2020 • 26 Aug 20
Are China and the US on the brink of a Cold War? The relationship between the two countries has been transformed from close cooperation to outright competition Politics • 17 Jul 20
Would African-Americans be granted refugee status in Ireland? African-Americans at risk of police brutality because of racism could flee the US and seek asylum in Ireland law • 29 Jun 20
America's historical problem with racism George Floyd's death had led to a remarkable wave of protests, but will this moment succeed in transforming America? Racism • 17 hrs
Can Trump's partisan base really help him win again in November? Despite the US president's grotesque performance during the pandemic, his partisan base won't falter when it comes to supporting him United States • 13 May 20
The problem with Shannon airport's contentious US visitors The continuing use of the airport by US military may create legal issues for Ireland with the International Criminal Court Shannon Airport • 11 Mar 20
Does Bernie Sanders have what it takes to beat Donald Trump? It's Super Tuesday for the Democracts so how would the leading contender fare against the White House incumbent? 2020 US Presidential Election • 03 Mar 20
