Taking care when describing ideas is more important than ever in both politics and economics
From personal experience she grasps how domestic political divisions can undermine American power abroad
Republican former US president’s campaign misfires in face of a revitalised Democratic party
The would-be president’s musical passions seem to have struck a chord with voters
A strange new alliance is growing between those who want to restrict abortion and those asking their compatriots to have more children
US vice-president surpasses Republican Donald Trump’s fundraising for July as race for White House gathers pace
The former president has been inept in responding to Kamala Harris’s rapid elevation
Democrat’s polling strength has also been underpinned by jump in support among the young and voters of colour
Tracking the polls in every state and the possible paths to electoral college victory for Kamala Harris and Donald Trump
Also in today’s newsletter, US faith in democracy is at its lowest point since at least 1985, survey says
This week’s Big Question asks readers: who should Harris pick to join her on the ticket
Power brokers from firms including Paul Weiss and Cravath launch mass fundraising effort for vice-president
Heckling of former US president at NABJ event underscores his uphill battle to woo Black voters
Backing from UAW a boost for Democratic presidential candidate with labour issues set to be central to election campaign
FT polling analysis shows the Democrats’ probable candidate has revitalised her party’s campaign in just over a week
Live charts and maps of spending across the country as White House race heats up
Presidential candidates try to land blows as election is reset with new Democratic contender
Also in today’s newsletter, can Republicans change the narrative on JD Vance?
North Carolina governor says he ‘strongly’ supports presumptive Democratic nominee but timing not ‘right’
President’s proposals include term limits for justices and constitutional amendment on presidential immunity
Tell us why you think the US vice-president should win this year’s election
The Democrat needs to reassure international allies, without alienating the US working class
The vice-president looks strong, but must be careful to avoid the trap of getting too close to big business
Vice-president seeks to make up for Biden’s fundraising slowdown as she confronts Trump
Democratic campaign will challenge Donald Trump’s claims to represent working people and secure Joe Biden’s legacy
