1 big thing

The Pelosi attack heightens election day fears

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Threats against the lives of lawmakers and their families have been on the rise, and fears that these translate into real violence were realized on Friday, with the attack on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband, Paul. With just over a week to the midterms, the attack has Washington on edge.

  • Plus, a glimmer of good climate news.
  • And, an exclusive preview of musician Bono’s upcoming memoir.

    • Guest: Axios' Margaret Talev and Ben Geman.

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