Gay and gender-diverse people have historically faced enormous obstacles finding refuge abroad.
President Joe Biden's message of hope is in stark contrast to his predecessor, and is key to healing a deeply divided US.
In stark contrast to the presidential debate, the vice-presidential contest was a civilised, coherent affair – but may change little in the election race.
The Republican National Convention was a political reality TV show featuring themes that have come to define the Trump presidency, from scare tactics to “alternate facts”.
Although Kamala Harris is the third woman to be a vice-presidential nominee, she's the first with a realistic chance to win office.
The presidential election has become, at best, a secondary focus for the American media, yet the train rolls on.
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