Washington Republicans and Democrats don't seem close to agreeing on a budget, but does the U.S. really need a federal budget in the first place?

It's going to be a big budget week in Washington. Rep. Paul Ryan (R-WI) released his spending plan today, and the Democrats are set to unveil their federal budget sometime in the next few days. But can the two sides come together and agree?

Mahbod Moghadam of RapGenius.com says the lack of rhyme in the vice presidential debate was "malarkey".

Biden, Ryan razzed in quick response ads

Despite increased interest in vice presidential debates — from Sarah Palin and Joe Biden to tonight's Biden-Ryan showdown — polls show these debates don't really change the vote in November.

Vice President Joe Biden will face Congressman Paul Ryan on the debate stage tonight, and Paul Ryan's Medicare plan is sure to be a hot topic. Polling shows most Americans are against Ryan's voucher proposal, but do recognize the need for system reforms.

Senate races in Nevada, Ohio and Florida continue to draw big money

A former supporter and architect of the Medicare vouchers program explains why he's now opposed to the program, which Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney supports.

Paul Ryan is the GOP's momentum changer — or so they hope. But is he in tune with what Americans are concerned about in this election?

The difference between power sharing at the head of the country, instead of at a company.