If Donald Trump defeats Kamala Harris in the US election, how should Anthony Albanese respond? | Arthur Sinodinos

The Australian PM should make an early visit to Washington in the event of a Trump victory and prioritise the security and economic architecture of our region

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The state of American democracy will be sorely tested over coming weeks while the election outcome is determined.

Support for the candidates is almost evenly split along gender, education, race, demographic, religious and geographic lines. Final turnout will determine if there is blowout for one candidate.

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