Politics In The News: The Democratic Convention
Cokie Roberts and the Washington Post's Robert Costa talk politics ahead of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.
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Debbie Wasserman Schultz To Step Down As Democratic Chair After Convention
President Obama praised Wassserman Schultz's service saying that "her leadership of the DNC has meant that we had someone who brought Democrats together."
Bernie Sanders Supporters Rally Amid Controversy Over DNC's Role
Supporters of Bernie Sanders rallied in Philadelphia Sunday, a day before the Democratic convention begins. They are upset after leaked emails appear to show the DNC favored Clinton in the primaries.
Debbie Wasserman Schultz Announces Resignation With Convention Set To Begin
The Democratic National Convention starts Monday with party chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz under fire after a leak of emails showing bias toward Hillary Clinton during the primaries.
A Brief History Of Spousal Speeches At Political Conventions
Following the controversy surrounding Melania Trump's speech at the RNC, NPR looks at a history of speeches given by the spouses of those running for president, starting with Eleanor Roosevelt.
Democratic National Convention 2016: What To Expect In Philadelphia
Now that the Republican convention is over, it's the Democrats' turn. Correspondent Mara Liasson tells NPR's Elise Hu what to expect from the Democratic Party Convention that starts Monday.
As VP Nominee, Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine Hits The Campaign Trail With Hillary
Hillary Clinton introduced Senator Tim Kaine as her vice presidential running mate at a huge coming-out party event in Miami. She called Kaine "my kind of guy."
Rallies, Marches And A 'Fart-In': Philadelphia Gets Ready For The DNC
As Democrats prepare for their convention in Philadelphia, protesters are preparing too. Bernie Sanders supporters and others are organizing rallies around the city.
Leaked Democratic Party Emails Show Members Tried To Undercut Sanders
Just days before the Democratic National Committee convention gets underway, WikiLeaks releases almost 20,000 emails among DNC staff, revealing discussions of topics from Bernie Sanders to the media.
Barbershop: Democrats Talk Core Values In Philadelphia
Democrats Malcolm Kenyatta, who is a Clinton delegate, social worker Amy Hoag, and Gary Frazier of Black Men for Bernie are in Philadelphia for the DNC. They discuss challenges facing the party.