Jeremy W. Peters

For all the repellent narcissism of its members, the family of HBO’s “The Righteous Gemstones” has been a deeply humanizing example of evangelical Christian faith.

A new poll found the public is sympathetic to the president-elect’s plans to deport migrants and reduce America’s presence overseas.

Facing diminishing public support, some activists say all-or-nothing tactics are not working. “We have to make it OK for someone to change their minds.”

There are signs that society is moving away from the progressive left’s often strict expectations about how to discuss culture and politics.

Mr. Bannon, the combative right-wing strategist, said if Trump’s vote totals on Election Day look like 2020, he should once again declare himself the winner.

Voters said the vice president talked about a sweeping vision to fix the country’s most stubborn problems. But they wanted the fine print.

Vice President Kamala Harris has lit a fire among loyal Democrats. But many voters still want to know more about what she stands for.

The case put the legal group on the spot for taking positions on free speech and workers’ rights that seemed at odds with its mission.

Even as Trump plays up racial divisions, many Americans said they would rather not dwell on race or identity. “We can all see that you’re Black.”

In interviews around the country, Black voters voiced enthusiasm for the reshaped campaign. They also worried about how a polarized country would see it.