US democracy in crisis?

We are talking about THE election event of the coming weeks: On 5 November, US citizens will decide on their 60th president - or their 60th female president!

This election is so important because it has far-reaching international influence: The result could have a major impact on global issues such as peace, security or climate decisions.

All the more exciting to take a closer look at the US electoral system and the world's oldest democracy (did you know that? ):

Is US democracy in crisis?
What are the effects of the strong polarisation of society?
Why is the influence of billionaires and celebrities such as Taylor Swift important?
And why are language, communication and framing of issues perhaps more important than the facts?