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Considering all the things we hear and read about the presidential candidates, I'm first to admit that it can be very overwhelming to digest it all. I've picked up facts from Animals & Politics, and I wanted to share a few notes about candidates from both the Republican and Democrat parties with you. I'm by no means endorsing (or bashing) any candidates – so I've just selected positive Read more
The ultimate inspiration for a delicious Cinco de Mayo The relationship statuses of France's presidential candidates Gorgeous vignettes from Design on a Dime's 2012 event The ultimate wedding guide: gowns for every bride, accessories for every dress The geekiest toys from the '90s How to combat that afternoon slump Save money by buying kiddie stuff 100 unforgettable Costume Institute Gala Read more
You can't go on trial for cheating on your wife, but if it involves campaign finance abuse, you might face 30 years in prison. Former presidential candidate John Edwards is looking at 30 years behind bars and $1.5 million in fines for allegedly using unclaimed campaign funds to hide his mistress. During an emotional portion of the trial yesterday, about his late wife Elizabeth, his daughter Read more
Ann Romney, wife of Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, is getting flack for wearing a $990 top on CBS This Morning. Ann wore the Reed Krakoff bird print shirt while talking about how relatable her husband is to US voters . . . probably not the best idea. But some say that seeing as they aren't the ones running for office, spouses should be off-limits when it comes to media scrutiny. Read more
Last night, HBO's new show Veep premiered, starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus as US Vice President Selina Meyer. Selina joins a growing group of female politicians on TV and in films, a trend we're happy to see especially this election year. Not only have two popular female TV characters been campaigning in their current seasons — Leslie Knope in Parks and Recreation and Claire Dunphy in Modern Read more
Well, it's official. Rick Santorum has dropped out of the race for Republican presidential candidate. The announcement comes after he took a break from his campaign to aid his sick daughter, Bella, and that combined with ailing poll numbers marked the end of his journey to the White House. It's been a long road to newly crowned GOP nominee Mitt Romney, who will now be up against Barack Obama in Read more
There's a new presidential candidate for the 2012 elections, and she's made of plastic. For the fifth time, Barbie is running for president! Mattel has just announced its "I Can Be . . . President Barbie," who dons wedges and a pink power suit designed by CFDA winner Chris Benz (who's also dressed Michelle Obama). The doll was created in partnership with nonprofit The White House Project, an Read more
As the 2012 election draws closer, you should consider following the presidential candidates to stay up-to-date on the latest news and debates. These candidates are social media butterflies with active accounts on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and more, so click to find out where you can find them. Read more
Almost four years after Sarah Palin told Katie Couric she couldn't recall the specific newspapers she reads, the two are going head to head again. This morning, Sarah and Katie are hosting rival morning shows. Liberal-media critic Sarah is this morning's guest host on NBC's Today, while longtime Today show host Katie is cohosting ABC's Good Morning America all week. No, this is not a leftover Read more
Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney purchased this San Diego beach home nearly four years ago for $12 million — an exorbitant buy for most anyone — but he wasn't satisfied with its lap pool, spa, generous 3,000-square-foot size, and patio overlooking the beach. He's been trying to push through a renovation — essentially a teardown — which would replace the house with a Read more
