It's Complicated

On today's episode of The Blindspot, I kick things off by diving into why I’m a fan of watching the news—it's like getting a real-time update on history as it unfolds. We then shift gears to the Democratic National Convention and the current state of the American presidential election. I explore why conventions were once crucial and why they’ve lost some of their importance over time. Next, we tackle how U.S. media insists on treating every election like a horse race, with pundits throwing around predictions that often can't be known. I also dig into how we, as a country, perceive people from the 'other side' politically, leading into a conversation about nationalism and its essential role in the existence of any nation. Then, I discuss how both Trump and Harris are trying to connect with voters. Finally, we wrap up with a look at the recent failures of the United States to broker ceasefires in Sudan and Gaza—where our desire for peace is stronger than the will of those who actually hold the power to make it happen.