The Democratic Debate: Sens. Klobuchar, Warren take on Mayor Pete

Seven Democratic candidates convened in California tonight for the latest Democratic presidential debate. With the Iowa caucuses looming in just 46 days, each faced a different strategic task. As the debate proceeded, how well did they measure up to their challenges? …

Joe Biden is well liked, but his campaign has been devoid of vision and energy, giving rise to fears that he no longer has what it will take to run an effective campaign against President Trump. But the debate illustrated why he remains in the front of the pack. CONT.

William A. Galston & Elaine Kamarck, Brookings Institution