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Ego, hubris and narcissism: Where Donald Trump ranks among the other 45 American presidents

Sometimes Donald Trump really is a G.O.A.T. — the “greatest of all time” — among American presidents, at least. Of course, “greatest” in this instance refers to quantity or bulk, not quality.

The Conversation

Can foreign policy tip the US presidential election?

Historically, domestic issues have played a greater role in US elections. But this year, foreign policy might be key.

Al Jazeera

Blitz of political attack ads in Pennsylvania and other swing states may be doing candidates and voters more harm than good

For Pennsylvania residents like me, there is no escape from the record-breaking number of political attack ads disrupting our favorite shows and filling our social media feeds.

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The mainstream media has failed us after 7 October

Not only did they mostly ignore Israel’s denial of Palestinian freedom, but also the contradictions in Israel’s military strategy

The Guardian - US

The new nuclear threat: Worse than ever

Nuclear arsenals are vastly more powerful today than during the Cold War — and the risk of apocalypse keeps growing

Salon

50 years after 'The Power Broker,' Robert Caro's dreams are still coming true

Robert Caro spends most of his days writing the fifth and final volume of his Lyndon Johnson series, more than a decade in the making and still without a scheduled release date

The Independent UK

Harris is leading Trump, and it may be a landslide says top data scientist

The election has "gone from a drastic landslide in Trump's direction to a drastic landslide for Harris," marvels Northwestern's Thomas Miller.

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Biden’s Gaza policy is a liability for Kamala Harris. She must break with Biden now

Harris must call for a ceasefire and arms embargo on Israel this week. It’s a no-brainer. Refusing to would mean risking defeat

The Guardian - US

Not like '68: DNC is back in Chicago

Chicago has been home to Democratic conventions both triumphant and disastrous

Salon

Biden says court reform needed to protect civil rights in speech marking landmark desegregation law

The president wants Congress to impose a binding code of ethics on the high court

The Independent UK

President Biden Honors Civil Rights Legacy At LBJ Library

President Biden commemorates Civil Rights Act anniversary at LBJ Library, reshaping political landscape.

Top News

Kamala Harris is no Hubert Humphrey − how the presumed 2024 Democratic presidential nominee isn’t like the 1968 party candidate

Staring straight at the camera, with a grave expression on his face, the president uttered these famous words: “I shall not seek, and I will not accept, the nomination of my party for another term as your president.”

The Conversation

Netanyahu's White House Visit Amidst Gaza Conflict

Israeli PM Netanyahu's visit to White House, Biden's withdrawal from 2024 race, Trump's call for jail time, Harris's campaign video, and more political upd...

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Veepstakes have evolved from where you live to who you are − which way will Harris turn to balance the ticket?

Vice presidential picks can’t help a presidential candidate, but they can hurt one, according to political scientists. Presidential campaigns still spend a fair amount of time thinking about running mates and the ways in which they might boost the ticket – or at least not hurt it.

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The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Biden says it’s time for ‘fresh voices’ while explaining he dropped out to ‘unite our nation’

‘I’ve decided the best way forward is to pass the torch to a new generation,’ Biden said. Plus, Monday was world’s hottest recorded day

The Guardian - US

Biden’s address was a moving piece of political theatre and a rebuke of Trump

Biden called for generational change and buried his resentments, but not without a pointed comment about his qualifications

The Conversation

Sure, 2024 has had lots of news – but compared with 1940, 1968 or 1973, it’s nothing exceptional

History usually happens at a leisurely pace, with major events months or even years apart. But this year, it seems like someone has pushed fast-forward, with significant events coming on a weekly or even daily basis. One company is now selling a T-shirt declaring “THIS IS MY LIVING IN UNPRECEDENTED…

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President Biden Withdraws From Re-Election Race

President Biden's withdrawal from the race raises concerns about his age and ability, adding complexity to the political landscape and impacting the Democr...

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Biden Drops Out Of 2024 Election Race

US President Joe Biden announced Sunday that he was dropping out of his reelection battle with Donald Trump, in a historic move that plunges the already turbulent 2024 White House race into uncharted territory.

The Independent UK

Biden’s closest aides hold secret talks about how to convince the president to step aside

One aide has said he has ‘no path’ to defeat Trump

The Conversation

Will Joe Biden step down? An expert Q&A

Joe Biden’s extremely weak performance at the CNN TV debate last week, has prompted senior figures in the Democrat party to question whether he is fit enough to stand for the upcoming presidential election. Former speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi said it was reasonable to ask: “Is this an…

The Guardian - US

Biden to meet Democratic governors to assuage fears after debate performance

President blames global travel for lacklustre debate as 25 House members reportedly prepare to call for him to step down

Latin Times

Lloyd Doggett is the first sitting Democratic member of Congress to call on Biden to withdraw candidacy

"The President failed to effectively defend his many accomplishments and expose Trump's many lies," said the Representative from Texas

The Independent UK

Texas congressman is first Democratic lawmaker calling for Biden to drop out of 2024 race

Biden’s loss risks an ‘authoritarian takeover by a criminal and his gang,’ according to Rep. Lloyd Doggett

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Democratic Rep. Lloyd Doggett Calls On Biden To Withdraw

Democratic Rep. Lloyd Doggett calls on President Biden to withdraw from the race, sparking debate within the party about the path forward.

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