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Beschloss & Costa: Biden's Fall, Kamala's Rise & A Whole New Race

Impolitic with John Heilemann

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The Rise of Vice President Harris and Potential Showdowns with Trump

The chapter delves into the quick coalescing of the Democratic Party around Vice President Harris, exploring the dynamics of potential contenders and Biden's endorsement of her as the inevitable nominee despite reservations. It analyzes the consequences of a president withdrawing from the race and the looming reality of Harris becoming the nominee, with a focus on the potential political war between her and Trump and concerns about racist attacks. The chapter also discusses Trump's strategies in targeting Harris as his opponent, drawing parallels to past instances of unrest and foreign influence on elections.

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