Opinion

Why the US election is a likely dead heat between sworn enemies

In a country divided into mutually hostile camps, no easy resolution to the polarisation seems likely after the November poll.

Edward LuceColumnist

Oct 16, 2024 – 10.39am

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Do not bet a dollar on the US election. With such narrow odds, you would need to risk many for a tiny upside.

You can wager a lot, however, on America being as riven after the election as before.

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Edward Luce is the Washington columnist and commentator for the Financial Times. He writes about American politics and the economy.

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