Christie, Christopher J – Page 11

For Politicians, Vacations Can Be a Lot of Work

Taking a break from the campaign trail is risky. History is littered with cautionary tales of candidates who got it wrong.

What it means when six Republican candidates think it would be fine to have a convicted criminal as president.

Readers discuss the debate and an interview with the former president. Also: Madonna; welcoming immigrants; animal shelters.

At times onstage, Republican rivals could imagine the primary race was about issues, ideology and biography. Then reality set in.

At the first presidential debate for the 2024 race, the rivals were divided over issues including Ukraine, abortion and the economy.