One side of the American psyche wants smaller government, lower taxes, and more choices for individuals, even if those choices increase risk. The other wants a strong social safety net to protect the weakest among us, even if it costs more to minimize risk. Ron Fournier americanchoicecost share on social
It's a bit unfair to accuse Obama of dividing the nation when the facts show that it already is. Ron Fournier accusebitedivide Change image and share on social
I've been leading newsrooms for a while now and it's been an honor serving as Editor in Chief of N.J., but I really think that my best shot at moving the needle in politics is by getting close to it - by reading, reporting, tweeting and writing. Ron Fournier chiefcloseeditor share on social
By nominating Chuck Hagel to be his Defense secretary, President Obama is putting forward an aloof contrarian who doesn't suffer fools - a striving politician who considers himself above politics. Ron Fournier aloofchuckconsider Change image and share on social
Republicans would have preferred the court overturn the health care bill, an act that would have underscored Obama's biggest liability - the perception among voters, including those who like and trust him, that he has been ineffective. Ron Fournier actbigbill share on social
Movies such as 'Mr. Smith Goes to Washington' in 1939 to 'Dave' in 1993 portray Washington leaders as the ultimate Everymen - decent people just like you and me, only thrust onto greatness. Ron Fournier davedecenteveryman Change image and share on social
The failure of the White House and Congress to seriously address the nation's fiscal situation is certain to broaden the belief among many voters that the U.S. political system is broken. Ron Fournier addressbeliefbreak Change image and share on social
Election night is the easiest time to act like a grownup. Ron Fournier acteasyelection Change image and share on social
Don't stigmatize in a rush to explain inexplicable evil. Ron Fournier evilexplaininexplicable Change image and share on social
Voters don't have to love him, Romney advisers say, but they will respect him. Ron Fournier adviserloverespect Change image and share on social
