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Drawbridges up: lockdowns and covid-19

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Navigating Democracy in a Pandemic

This chapter delves into the Democratic primary elections during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting Joe Biden's victories and Bernie Sanders' struggles. It examines the effect of health risks on campaigning and voting, alongside the changes in voter dynamics prompted by the crisis. Additionally, it reflects on the challenges posed by the pandemic on traditional political processes and the potential for new voting methods.

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