Making Democrats' Primaries More Open Could Be Harder Than You Think
Bernie Sanders has made it clear he doesn't like closed presidential primaries. Making big changes to the system may be tough to do, though.
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Do Democrats Want What Bernie Wants, Or Just What Bernie Has?
The "Nevada fracas" has created a media meme and a conversational focus for the conflict roiling the Democratic Party. This is because it encapsulates the grievances felt on both sides.
Sanders Wins Oregon; Clinton Appears To Eke Out A Victory In Kentucky
With nearly all votes counted, Hillary Clinton leads Bernie Sanders in the Kentucky Democratic primary by almost 1,800 votes.
Sanders Doubles Down On Nevada Convention Controversy
Trailing Hillary Clinton in the delegate race, Bernie Sanders says the Nevada state party treated him unfairly and denied that his supporters incited violence and leveled threats toward officials.
The Political Moment Finally Caught Up To Bernie Sanders' Message
After decades of speaking out against income inequality, the senator found fertile ground for it nationally in this post-recession, post-Occupy era. What's the long-term outlook for his movement?
Transcript: NPR's Interview With Bernie Sanders
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders speaks to Morning Edition host Steve Inskeep about whether he will work for party unity if he does not win the Democratic nomination.
Trump Sweeps Northeastern Primaries; Clinton Cements Wide Lead Over Sanders
Donald Trump is projected to win all five states that voted Tuesday. Hillary Clinton wins in Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania, while Bernie Sanders is victorious in R.I., per The Associated Press.
Paris Attacks To Play Big Role In Tonight's Democratic Debate
The terrorist attacks in Paris will likely add a new wrinkle to the second Democratic primary debate, something that has gotten little attention to this point on the Democratic side — foreign policy.
Rivals' Gloves Come Off Against Clinton In Democratic Forum
Bernie Sanders and Martin O'Malley jabbed at Hillary Clinton during a Democratic forum in South Carolina Friday night, questioning the frontrunner's liberal bona fides.
Break It Down: Democrats On Guns And Wall Street
During their first debate of the 2016 race, the party's presidential hopefuls showed there's daylight between them on the issues of gun control and financial regulation.