As the world waits with baited breath for the results of the US presidential election, we look at one big issue rarely mentioned in this campaign: today's big power struggle between the United States and China. Plus, we take a look at unelected power, revisiting Christiane's conversation with biographer Robert Caro 50 years since he examined Robert Moses, who built - and even trampled over - New York. And Walter Isaacson speaks to historian David Rubenstein about his interactions with most living presidents and what it means to lead America. 

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While national polls continue to forecast a virtual tie in the US presidential race, a new one in Iowa showing Harris leading Trump by three points in that ruby-red state has raised the question of whether pollsters have been missing a critical voting bloc that could determine the outcome of this election. The widely esteemed Iowa pollster, Ann Selzer, says women are driving the late shift towards Democrats. Journalist Rebecca Traister, who writes about reproductive rights and women's voices for New York magazine, joins Christiane to discuss. 

Also on today's show: Yuval Abraham and Basel Adra, co-directors of the new documentary "No Other Land"; Russian opposition politician Vladimir Kara-Murza 

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In just three days, America chooses it’s next president. Republican Texas Congressman Dan Crenshaw joins Christiane to explain why Donald Trump is an easy choice when compared with Kamala Harris, and makes the case for why Trump’s policies will be better for Americans. Next, with control of congress also at stake on November 5th, Democrat John Avlon tells Christiane about his own campaign to flip seats in the New York race that could decide the balance of power in Washington. Then, CNN’s Tamara Qiblawi investigates how the IDF’s targeting of Hezbollah in Lebanon has threatened the country’s healthcare system. Plus, Actress Keri Russell and show creator Deborah Cahn speak with Christiane about their love letter to the U.S. State Department, in Season 2 of “The Diplomat.” From her archive, Christiane revisits her conversation with the late King Hussein, marking 30 years since the Israel-Jordan peace accords, and the last time Middle East peace seemed within reach. Finally, Christiane and Bill T. Jones sit down at BAM in New York to reflect on the revival of his dance theater production “Still/Here,” originally created during the height of the AIDS epidemic, and explores the enduring themes of mortality and resilience.

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In Europe, there is talk of "Trump-proofing": buttressing alliances, on-shoring support for Ukraine, and building up the continent’s military and defense capabilities. Debates about Trump's right-wing authoritarianism echo similar tensions in France, where Marine Le Pen's National Rally Party performed strongly in July parliamentary elections. Benjamin Haddad, France’s Minister Delegate for European affairs, joins the show to discuss. 

Also on today's show: actors Francesca Faridany and Norbert Leo Butz talk about their new Putin play, "Vladimir"; Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina; political science professor Robert Pape 

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The presidential cavalcades are hitting Nevada and Arizona as Kamala Harris and Donald Trump target key swing states just days before Tuesday’s election. So far across the US more than 60 million Americans have already cast their vote. So what votes are still winnable? And where are they? Correspondent Jeff Zeleny joins the program from Wisconsin to discuss. 

Also on today's show: Lebanese Author and Human Rights Activist Joumana Haddad; actor Keri Russell and Executive Producer of "The Diplomat"; Cassandra Welchlin, Executive Director, Mississippi Black Women's Roundtable 

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Speaking from the Ellipse in Washington last night, where Donald Trump had rallied his supporters on January 6th, Kamala Harris reminded voters of the Capitol insurrection and Trump's outspoken threats to democracy. The former president continues to stoke fears of widespread voter fraud, making unfounded allegations to assert that if he doesn't win, the whole thing is rigged. Congressman Dan Crenshaw was among a handful of Texas Republicans who voted to certify the 2020 presidential election. But today he's sitting firmly in Trump's camp, and promoting his vision for America. He joins the show from Texas. 

Also on today's show: John Avlon, Democratic candidate for New York State House; author Timothy Shenk ("Left Adrift") 

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Amid the chaos in Gaza, an unlikely pair of former senior officials - Israeli and Palestinian - are proposing what they argue is a way out of war. Ehud Olmert was Israel's Prime Minister while Nasser Al-Kidwa was Foreign Minister for the Palestinian Authority. Together, they have formulated an outline for peace, and they join the program to discuss.  

Also on today's show: American surgeon Dr. Samer Attar; reporter Kristen Holmes; Atlantic staff writer George Packer 

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In Tbilisi, Georgia, voters have come out to protest the results of this weekend's elections, as opposition leaders claim the vote was tainted by Russian interference. Outside observers report "troubling" conditions, citing "pervasive intimidation" of voters inside and outside polling stations. Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili is leading the opposition response. She says recognizing the elections "would be tantamount to legitimizing Russia’s takeover of Georgia."  

Also on today's show: Ali Vaez, Director of Iran Project, International Crisis Group; Bill T. Jones, Choreographer, "Still/Here”; Aaron Reichlin-Melnick, Senior Fellow, American Immigration Council 

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This week, Christiane explores why some former Donald Trump officials are backing him again, despite warnings from senior figures like John Kelly and General Mark Milley that a second Trump term would see him govern as a fascist. Gordon Sondland was Trump’s former EU Ambassador, testified against him during his impeachment trial, was fired, and is now backing him again. He joins Christiane to explain his change of heart. Legendary investigative journalist, Bob Woodward, discusses his new book “War," what he learned about Biden while chronicling his presidency, and warns that a second Trump term should worry everyone. Then, Stacey Abrams and Melissa Etheridge speak with Christiane about the role of protest music in shaping politics in their new documentary Louder: The Soundtrack for Change.

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As the Presidential race reaches its final days, warnings from Donald Trump's closest advisors about his preoccupation with dictators are making their way into Kamala Harris' closing argument. The Atlantic Editor-in-Chief Jeffrey Goldberg wrote the article called "Trump: I Need the Kind of Generals that Hitler had" that's getting so much attention in these waning days of the campaign. He joins the show from Washington. 

Also on today's show: author John Grisham; Arwa Damon, director, "Seize the Summit" 

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