Why America’s midterm elections matter for the world

The outcome could threaten the fight against climate change and the future of democracy itself, warns Leslie Vinjamuri.

The World Today
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As the November 8 midterm elections in the United States approach, the sense of urgency among the Democrats and Republicans is escalating. Early voter turnout is on track to surpass the 2018 midterms, when a record 122 million Americans voted ahead of election day. The midterms – when congressional, state and local seats are determined – used to pass almost unnoticed, especially outside the US.

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