But after 26 years of rule in the former Soviet republic, another rigged election on 9 August saw Belarusians take to the streets. Heckled by workers at a state-owned factory on Monday and facing strikes by workers, including at the state TV network, the 65-year-old is on the brink. Joe Biden’s vice-presidential pick, Kamala Harris, will make her pitch to the DNC on Wednesday. Ed Pilkington and Kari Paul trace the rise and rise of the California senator. To get the Guardian Weekly delivered to your home, click here

Source: The Guardian August 19, 2020 07:52 UTC