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The candidates’ preparation for the momentous 90-minute clash have mirrored their campaigns, as Hillary Clinton studies up while Trump surveys supporters
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From touting the successes of stop and frisk in New York to the state of African American communities across the US, here’s a fact check of Trump’s statements
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In the first of a weekly series examining the American electorate, Guardian US data editor Mona Chalabi asks whether the stereotype is grounded in fact
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President Trump? There’s only one way to stop it happening
Jonathan FreedlandAs the first TV debate looms the race is on a knife edge. Unless voters on the left want to repeat bitter history, they have to swallow their doubts and back Hillary -
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Decades of industrial decline are prompting white, working-class Democrats to reassess their political loyalties, and now many plan to vote for Donald Trump
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Kathy Miller resigned after the Guardian released video of her saying ‘it’s their own fault’ if black people haven’t succeeded
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After Kathy Miller resigned amid a racism row, tapes reveal Tracey Winbush, new chair in a crucial Ohio county, fiercely opposed Trump before his nomination
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Of nearly 400 responses from Guardian readers, just 20 plan to shift their vote to Donald Trump but Green party nominee Jill Stein is an attractive alternative
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A gathering of politically active older women in Houston, Texas, mourn the absence of civility, dignity and respect in the 2016 election debate
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Americans aren’t the demographic caricatures painted by politicians and pundits – and they deserve more than just soundbites on the campaign trail
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election stories from our reporters across America
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Fatal police shootings Trump blames Clinton for giving 'nod' to unrest
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Donald Trump calls for nationwide 'stop and frisk' in pitch for black voters
Ben Jacobs and Sabrina Siddiqui in Washington
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The Israeli prime minister’s separate meetings with the presidential nominees is likely be in New York, where he is attending the UN general assembly
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Singer says Republican candidate offers ‘simple answers to very complex solutions’ and backs Hillary Clinton for president
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Hillary Clinton's problem? We just don't trust women
Jessica ValentiIt’s incredible that voters consider Donald Trump more honest than his opponent. But it’s sadly in line with society’s double standards -
Editorial: Monday’s television debate will be watched by 100 million Americans. The Democratic candidate should seize a chance to show she is motivated by the common good
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Got a minute? Senator Cruz to vote his conscience … majority of voters say Trump is ‘racist’ in poll … and everything else today on the campaign trail. By Tom McCarthy
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Got a minute? Trump running mate shares thoughts on racism ... Trump operative resigns after racism denial … Clinton does Between Two Ferns … and everything else today from the trail. By Tom McCarthy
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Got a minute? Don King uses N-word to intro candidate … Trump to call for national stop-and-frisk … and everything else today from the campaign trail. By Tom McCarthy
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Got a minute? Charity cash ‘used to settle lawsuits’ … Junior under fire for Skittles tweet ... Trump ducks ‘birther’ question … and everything else today on the campaign trail. By Tom McCarthy
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Donald Trump’s campaign chair in a prominent Ohio county claims there was ‘no racism’ until Barack Obama was elected
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The Dalai Lama appears on Goodmorning Britain on Thursday and shows off his impression of US republican presidential candidate Donald Trump
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Stars including Scarlett Johansson, James Franco, Julianne Moore and Don Cheadle unite to urge Americans to register to vote before the election on 8 November.
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Online activist network Avaaz organised the event
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The boxing promoter accidentally said the N-word while introducing Republican nominee Donald Trump at a church in Cleveland, Ohio
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The Republican presidential nominee called for a more rigorous immigration policy following the arrest of an Afghan-born American man for bombing attacks in New York and New Jersey this weekend
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Hillary Clinton told reporters on Monday that opponent Donald Trump contributes to the recruitment efforts of extremist groups
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From ‘vehemently oppose’ to ‘all in’: explore the universe of positions on Donald Trump. See which politicians have been sucked into orbit and which ones are resisting the pull
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Ted Cruz 'honors commitment' and endorses Trump
Cruz endorses Trump 'He's the only thing standing in Clinton's way'