Plus, experts weigh in on Biden’s decision to drop out and what’s next for Kamala Harris.
America’s twin crises of despair and misinformation For a healthy democracy, it is vital to have credible information about the state of the country and the people running for office. Carol Graham warns that this access is under threat in the United States and explains how the nation’s crises of despair and misinformation are deeply intertwined. | The latest on the US election Kamala Harris’ rapid ascent. Following President Biden’s withdrawal announcement, Kamala Harris has consolidated the Democratic Party around her candidacy. Elaine Kamarck breaks down why this is happening so quickly and argues that Harris is uniquely qualified to step in as the party’s nominee. Putting Biden’s decision in context. On the latest episode of The Current, E.J. Dionne discusses the historical significance of Biden’s decision, the process for nominating a new candidate, and how a Harris campaign might face off against Donald Trump. | About Brookings The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C. Our mission is to conduct in-depth, nonpartisan research to improve policy and governance at local, national, and global levels. If you were forwarded this email, sign up for the Brookings Brief to stay updated on our latest work. | The conclusions and recommendations of any Brookings publication are solely those of its author(s), and do not reflect the views of the Institution, its management, or its other scholars. | |