Annabelle Chapman, a Warsaw-based correspondent, delves into the fierce protests in Poland over restrictive abortion laws, spotlighting the disconnect between government and public sentiment. John Fassman, the Washington correspondent, analyzes the unpredictable landscape of the U.S. elections, emphasizing economic surprises and potential legal disputes on Election Day. The conversation also touches on the intriguing history of films in the White House and their political significance, blending cultural insights with pressing global issues.
Poland already had some of the strictest laws on terminations, but the ruling party’s bid to tighten them further has sparked national outrage. We lay out what to expect on election night in America—the denouement will not be simple, and is unlikely to be quick. And a historical look at the films screened in the White House’s private cinema. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer