By JEROME FRANCIS, political columnist Four years ago, Barack Obama came into office riding on a surge of support from moderates — the swing demographic that has determined many elections. More often than not, this group consists of middle-aged voters who decide who they will cast their vote for based on ideology and innovation rather … Continue reading →

By VISHAL BAILOOR, political columnist People across the United States were, depending on their views, either elated or horrified when President Barack Obama announced his complete support for gay marriage just a few months before his showdown with Republican Mitt Romney. His decision has attracted many critics, from “pure” marriage activists to Democratic political leaders … Continue reading →