Highlights

E. Tammy Kim writes accompanying text for Kimberly Reed’s short documentary, “Seat 31: Zooey Zephyr,” which covers the journey of Zooey Zephyr, a trans woman and Democratic Montana State Representative, through the final weeks of the 2023 legislative session. E. Tammy Kim for The New Yorker.

Eyal Press writes that Kamala Harris is touting the Biden Administration’s strong record on labor, but it might not be enough to win over voters who distrust Democrats as elites. Eyal Press for The New Yorker.

Helen Ouyang discusses the connection between mental and physical health, and argues for preventive treatment for mental ailments under the American healthcare system. Helen Ouyang for The New York Times.

E. Tammy Kim discusses her efforts to understand Trump’s appeal to nonwhite voters. E. Tammy Kim for The New Yorker.

Elie Mystal discusses Kamala Harris’s candidacy, speculating on how, even as she consolidates the entire Democratic Party behind her campaign, there will be people telling her she cannot win because she is a woman of color. Elie Mystal for The Nation.