US election 2012 special
Ours special report on the US election 2012
US election campaign: the key issues
Guardian writers analyse the strengths and weaknesses of what Obama and Romney offer on the economy, health, foreign policy, immigration, gender and political funding
US election: Obama edging ahead as key states slip from Romney's grasp
Latest polls show states crucial to the Republican's challenge are swinging away from Romney as Obama opens up big leads
US elections: a battle for America's soul
As the first presidential debate approaches, Barack Obama must have to face a hard-pressed and fearful electorate. But the stakes are even higher for Mitt Romney, because – against all expectations – he is falling behind in the race
