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For You: The Senator Warning Democrats of a Crisis Unfolding Beneath Their Noses

Plus, Clinton Rallies Democrats Behind Harris: 'This Is When We Break Through'
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August 20, 2024, 10:51 a.m. Eastern time

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James Pogue

The Senator Warning Democrats of a Crisis Unfolding Beneath Their Noses

Chris Murphy has been trying to understand why our version of liberalism — emphasizing free markets and consumer choice — feels to many like a dead end.

Timothy Shenk

30 Years Ago, Two Young Strategists Cracked How to Beat a Guy Like Trump. Are Democrats Ready to Listen?

Kamala Harris has a once-in-a-generation chance to deal a hammer blow against Trumpism and pull American democracy back from the brink.

Rachel Maddow

Rachel Maddow: What Worries Me Most About Election Night

Georgia Republicans have empowered local election officials to delay certifying the vote.

James Kirchick

Democrats Have a Josh Shapiro Problem

If having a "commitment" to Israel is a barrier to the Democratic presidential ticket, then it bodes ominously for future Jewish participation in Democratic Party politics.

Leif Weatherby

Trump Is Losing the Humor War

Admit it: Donald Trump is funny. Or, at least, he used to be. Losing his sense of humor may well lead to his losing this election.

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