{
  "id": 16214285,
  "title": "The Intercept Live in Conversation With Robert Reich",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/23/the-intercept-live-in-conversation-with-robert-reich",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-23T18:34:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Intercept",
    "slug": "the-intercept",
    "url": "https://theintercept.com/2026/10/23/robert-reich-live-midterm-elections-democracy/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Intercept hosted a live conversation with former Labor Secretary Robert Reich to discuss pressing issues ahead of the midterm elections. Democratic poll leads may be at risk due to the vast campaign spending by figures like Elon Musk and other MAGA-aligned billionaires. The integrity of the election could be threatened by intimidation and interference tactics. If Democrats were to win, Reich questioned whether a Democratic-led Congress would effectively counter President Trump's attacks on democracy. Reich's extensive career includes three presidential administrations and he is a vocal critic of growing inequality and corporate power in America. Reich is the author of several books, including his recent memoir \"Coming Up Short,\" now available in paperback. Through his media venture, Inequality Media, Reich produced a documentary titled \"The Work in Progress,\" which examines how ordinary Americans are coping with the current state of American democracy. The live discussion aired at 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT and will be transcribed soon.",
  "summary": "Watch live as Inequality Media co-founder Robert Reich and The Intercept’s Akela Lacy break down the most pressing issues of the midterm elections. The post The Intercept Live in Conversation With Robert Reich appeared first on The Intercept .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}