The VP debate is later tonight. Why not read a mini-profile on each of the candidates before all the fun begins? First up is @aselrod.bsky.social on Tim Walz. Elrod explores the organizing concept behind Walz's approach to politics and governing: being a good neighbor.

Tim Walz Isn’t a Radical, He’s a ‘Neighbor’

Neighborliness is the Democratic VP nominee’s response to MAGA’s nativist and exclusionary politics

Next up is @andycraig.bsky.social on JD Vance, a candidate who combines ideological zeal with a willingness to use the state to quash political enemies who stand in his way.

JD Vance Is Ready to Remake America in MAGA's Image

Trump's VP pick combines ideological zeal with a willingness to use the state to quash political enemies who stand in his way