Todd Akin

Will be updated.In his first local press conference since his now well-known remarks about 'legitimate' rape, US Senate candidate Todd Akin has reiterated…

Since Republican Rep. Todd Akin first said the words "legitimate rape" last weekend, just about everyone in the Republican Party has condemned those comments. That includes vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan. But it's also put a spotlight on Ryan's anti-abortion legislation and voting record.

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Aug. 24, 3012 - In a not-so-subtle jab at GOP leaders, Republican U.S. Senate nominee Todd Akin…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Aug. 24, 2012 - Dear Beaconites - The tsunami of controversy that Republican Senate candidate Todd…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Aug. 24, 2012 - As much as Republican U.S. Senate nominee Todd Akin's rape comments have touched off…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Aug. 23, 2012 - Federal authorities are investigating threats of death and violence that have been…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Aug. 23, 2012 - Over his years in public office, Todd Akin, the embattled Republican nominee for the…

Akin highlights faith in push to revive campaignRepublican Congressman Todd Akin is highlighting his Christian faith while asking for help in reviving his…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Aug. 22, 2012 - Rep. Todd Akin set off a political firestorm by his remarks on rape and abortion made…

After his remarks about rape and pregnancy, Missouri Republican Todd Akin faces an uphill climb in his Senate contest against Democratic incumbent Claire McCaskill. One expert says that to attract moderate voters, Akin must steer the conversation to the economy.