High noon in Chicago: Democrats aim to block second Trump term – Max Hastings

The Democratic Party's upcoming nominating convention in Chicago will be a pivotal moment in modern history, determining whether the US—and the world—can avoid the threats posed by a second Trump presidency. Reflecting on the turmoil of the 1968 convention, Max Hastings underscores the enduring resilience of American democracy, emphasising the importance of wise candidate choices for a hopeful political resurgence.

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By Max Hastings

And so there is again to be a high noon in Chicago.

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