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First lady Michelle Obama delivers her speech on the first evening of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.

READ: Michelle Obama's Speech At 2016 Democratic National Convention

12:52am July 26, 2016

The first lady drew a sharp contrast between the Republican and Democratic presidential tickets, speaking as a mother and what kind of country Americans want for their children.

Michelle Obama: From Reluctant Political Spouse To Pop Culture Icon

8:13pm July 25, 2016

by Asma Khalid

The first lady speaks Monday night at her third Democratic National Convention. Her popular image is a transformation from how she was first introduced to the country eight years ago.

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Sanders Supporters Boo As He Calls For Them To Vote For Clinton

6:19pm July 25, 2016

by Jessica Taylor

"Brothers and sisters, this is the real world that we live in," Bernie Sanders tried to say over the noise.

Why Would Vladimir Putin Want To Leak The DNC Emails?

4:36pm July 25, 2016

by Scott Detrow

Russian intelligence services are the main suspects behind the hacking of DNC emails, and many Democrats warn that the Russian president has stepped into American politics in an unprecedented way.

Soon-to-be-former Democratic National Committee Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz of Florida arrives onstage during a campaign rally for Hillary Clinton and Tim Kaine in Miami on Saturday.

WATCH: Wasserman Schultz Won't Open Democratic Convention, Booed By Floridians

2:41pm July 25, 2016

by Danielle Kurtzleben

Debbie Wasserman Schultz, who will be stepping down as DNC chair after the convention, had an abysmal weekend. Monday morning started out no better for her.

Jill Stein is leading the Green Party ticket. She hopes to capitalize on the wave of support for Bernie Sanders.

Green Party's Jill Stein Wants To Be 'Plan B' For Bernie Sanders Supporters

2:18pm July 25, 2016

by NPR Staff

"I will feel horrible if Donald Trump is elected, I will feel horrible if Hillary Clinton is elected," says Green Party candidate Jill Stein. She says the two big parties lock out other voices.

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Sanders Supporters On The March Against Clinton

1:54pm July 25, 2016

There's been a lot of talk about party unity at the Democratic National Convention, but many progressives who backed Bernie Sanders continue to have misgivings about Hillary Clinton.

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Workers prepare the podium Sunday ahead of the Democratic National Convention at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia.

5 Things To Watch In Philadelphia This Week

1:09pm July 25, 2016

by Mara Liasson

Hillary Clinton will break the penultimate glass ceiling this week — becoming the first female nominee of a major American political party. Here are some things to watch at the Democratic convention.

Debbie Wasserman Schultz is stepping down as chair of the Democratic National Committee amid a furor over an email leak that revealed a bias against Bernie Sanders inside the DNC.

Democrats And The Fine Art Of Getting Out Of Your Own Way

8:21am July 25, 2016

by Ron Elving

Finally, many party operatives felt, the big wheels of Hillary Clinton's juggernaut would mesh and roll forward together. But another story about emails emerged to steal the storyline.

Why Hillary Clinton's Big Moment May Not Feel Historical

7:03am July 25, 2016

Hillary Clinton is making history as the first female nominee of a major U.S. political party. But for many this milestone doesn't feel like a big deal, in part because of her long experience.

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