A New York Times columnist argued Thursday night that the 2024 election is “happening too soon” — and he was “expecting too much” from a “smug, self-satisfied, ‘I am right’ nation.” David Brooks lamented that he no longer believes this year’s election would be a “moment of renewal,” with Democrats defeating what he called MAGA populism and thrusting the nation down a better path. But that’s “clearly not going to happen,” he wrote, adding that no matter who wins, it will be a close race and the nation will continue to be bitterly divided. Want more breaking political news? Click for the latest …