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WATCH: Former President Jimmy Carter speaks at first Democratic National Convention in 8 years

8/18/2020 11:35:00 PM

WATCH: Former President Jimmy Carter speaks at first Democratic National Convention in 8 years Politics Aug 18 WATCH: Former President Jimmy Carter speaks at first Democratic National Convention in 8 years By Associated Press

WATCH: John Kerry calls Trump’ s foreign policy a nonstop ‘ blooper reel’

8/18/2020 11:25:00 PM

WATCH: John Kerry calls Trump’s foreign policy a nonstop ‘blooper reel’ Politics Aug 18 WATCH: John Kerry calls Trump’s foreign policy a nonstop ‘blooper reel’ By Associated Press

(NPR) No Longer Presumptive: Biden Is The Democratic Nominee

8/18/2020 11:17:00 PM

No Longer Presumptive: Biden Is The Democratic Nominee DNCC via Getty Images Elections No Longer Presumptive: Biden Is The Democratic Nominee The Democratic National Convention ends its second night with the formal nomination of Joe Biden — a process that was made historic by the virtual nature of the roll call. These are the highlights from Tuesday. The Quintessential Convention Moment Looked Totally Different This Year 7 Takeaways From The 1st Night Of The Convention Loading...

(NPR) No Longer Presumptive: Biden Is The Democratic Nominee

8/18/2020 11:15:00 PM

WATCH: Former Republican Secretary of State Colin Powell supports Biden

8/18/2020 11:08:00 PM

WATCH: Former Republican Secretary of State Colin Powell supports Biden Politics Aug 18 WATCH: Former Republican Secretary of State Colin Powell supports Biden By Associated Press

(NPR) Joe Biden Formally Nominated At DNC; Jill Biden Makes Personal Case For His Election

8/18/2020 10:58:00 PM

Joe Biden Formally Nominated At DNC; Jill Biden Makes Personal Case For His Election Elections Joe Biden Formally Nominated At DNC; Jill Biden Makes Personal Case For His Election The former second lady closes the evening by recalling her husband's focus on public service amid personal tragedies, such as the death of his son Beau in 2015. Follow live updates and analysis. The Quintessential Convention Moment Looked Totally Different This Year 7 Takeaways From The 1st Night Of The Convention ...

(NPR) Joe Biden Formally Nominated At DNC; Jill Biden Makes Personal Case For His Election

8/18/2020 10:57:00 PM

Democrats formally nominate Joe Biden for president

8/18/2020 10:33:00 PM

Democrats formally nominate Joe Biden for president Politics Aug 18 Democrats formally nominate Joe Biden for president By Associated Press

(NPR) Democrats Formally Nominate Joe Biden For 2020 Presidential Election

8/18/2020 10:24:00 PM

Democrats Formally Nominate Joe Biden For 2020 Presidential Election Elections Democrats Formally Nominate Joe Biden For 2020 Presidential Election Delegates from 57 states and territories appeared on video to make it official: Joe Biden is the Democratic presidential nominee. Follow live updates and analysis from the Democratic National Convention. 7 Takeaways From The 1st Night Of The Convention Who's Speaking At The DNC? Loading...

(NPR) Democrats Formally Nominate Joe Biden For 2020 Presidential Election

8/18/2020 10:24:00 PM

WATCH: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez praises progressive movement within the Democratic party

8/18/2020 10:23:00 PM

WATCH: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez praises progressive movement within the Democratic party Politics Aug 18 WATCH: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez praises progressive movement within the Democratic party By Associated Press

WATCH: Stacey Abrams says America needs Biden at the Democratic National Convention

8/18/2020 10:19:00 PM

WATCH: Stacey Abrams says America needs Biden at the Democratic National Convention Politics Aug 18 WATCH: Stacey Abrams says America needs Biden at the Democratic National Convention By Associated Press

WATCH: Caroline Kennedy depicts Biden as a public servant at the Democratic National Convention

8/18/2020 10:07:00 PM

WATCH: Caroline Kennedy depicts Biden as a public servant at the Democratic National Convention Politics Aug 18 WATCH: Caroline Kennedy depicts Biden as a public servant at the Democratic National Convention By Associated Press

(NPR) DNC Makes History With Remote Roll Call

8/18/2020 09:48:00 PM

DNC Makes History With Remote Roll Call Elections DNC Makes History With Remote Roll Call With the Democratic National Convention going virtual, delegates from 57 states and territories participate in the nomination process in an unprecedented manner. Follow live updates and analysis. 7 Takeaways From The 1st Night Of The Convention Who's Speaking At The DNC? Loading...

(NPR) DNC Makes History With Remote Roll Call

8/18/2020 09:48:00 PM

(NPR) Biden-Sanders Rivalry Reemerges In DNC's Nominating Speeches

8/18/2020 09:42:00 PM

Biden-Sanders Rivalry Reemerges In DNC's Nominating Speeches Elections Biden-Sanders Rivalry Reemerges In DNC's Nominating Speeches Though Joe Biden is the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, support for Sen. Bernie Sanders among the party's progressive wing remains strong. Follow live updates and analysis. 7 Takeaways From The 1st Night Of The Convention Who's Speaking At The DNC? Loading...

(NPR) Biden-Sanders Rivalry Reemerges In DNC's Nominating Speeches

8/18/2020 09:42:00 PM

WATCH: Sally Yates says ‘ Trump has trampled the rule of law’ at 2020 Democratic National Convention

8/18/2020 09:38:00 PM

WATCH: Sally Yates says ‘Trump has trampled the rule of law’ at 2020 Democratic National Convention Politics Aug 18 WATCH: Sally Yates says ‘Trump has trampled the rule of law’ at 2020 Democratic National Convention By Associated Press

(NPR) Democrats Examine What Leadership Means For The Nation

8/18/2020 09:19:00 PM

Democrats Examine What Leadership Means For The Nation Elections Democrats Examine What Leadership Means For The Nation Tuesday night's focus at the Democratic National Convention is about what makes a leader, presenting arguments against President Trump. Follow live updates and analysis. Who's Speaking At The DNC? Loading...

(NPR) Democrats Examine What Leadership Means For The Nation

8/18/2020 09:19:00 PM

Gloria Steinem on the role of women of color in the suffrage movement

8/18/2020 09:12:00 PM

Gloria Steinem on the role of women of color in the suffrage movement Nation Aug 18 Gloria Steinem on the role of women of color in the suffrage movement By Courtney Vinopal

(NPR) DNC Looks To The Party's Rising Stars

8/18/2020 09:09:00 PM

DNC Looks To The Party's Rising Stars Elections DNC Looks To The Party's Rising Stars Former Georgia gubernatorial candidate tees off Tuesday's keynote address, which features more than a dozen up-and-coming Democrats. Follow live updates and analysis. Who's Speaking At The DNC? Loading...

(NPR) DNC Looks To The Party's Rising Stars

8/18/2020 09:09:00 PM

California power operators plead for conservation, Gov. Newsom declares emergency over wildfires

8/18/2020 07:59:00 PM

California power operators plead for conservation, Gov. Newsom declares emergency over wildfires Nation Aug 18 California power operators plead for conservation, Gov. Newsom declares emergency over wildfires By Janie Har, Associated Press

(NPR) DNC: Night 2 To Focus On Leadership With Jill Biden As The Headline Speaker

8/18/2020 07:22:00 PM

DNC: Night 2 To Focus On Leadership With Jill Biden As The Headline Speaker Follow live coverage of the DNC. Caroline Amenabar/NPR hide caption toggle caption Caroline Amenabar/NPR Elections DNC: Night 2 To Focus On Leadership With Jill Biden As The Headline Speaker Former presidents, ambassadors and high-profile activists are slated to speak during the second night of the Democratic National Convention. Follow updates and analysis. ...

(NPR) DNC: Night 2 To Focus On Leadership With Jill Biden As The Headline Speaker

8/18/2020 07:22:00 PM

Amazon continues to burn in 2020 despite promises to save it

8/18/2020 07:07:00 PM

Amazon continues to burn in 2020 despite promises to save it World Aug 18 Amazon continues to burn in 2020 despite promises to save it By Mauricio Savarese, David Biller, Associated Press

A century ago, some American women won the right to vote. Here’ s what women say today

8/18/2020 06:41:00 PM

A century ago, some American women won the right to vote. Here’s what women say today Politics Aug 18 A century ago, some American women won the right to vote. Here’s what women say today By Laura Santhanam, Isabella Isaacs-Thomas

(NPR) All About That Base: Trump And Biden Voters In 2020

8/18/2020 06:39:00 PM

All About That Base: Trump And Biden Voters In 2020 It's Been a Minute with Sam Sanders All About That Base: Trump And Biden Voters In 2020 Democrats have their national convention this week, and Republicans will host theirs next week. Each party's candidate is hoping to energize their voter base.

(NPR) All About That Base: Trump And Biden Voters In 2020

8/18/2020 06:38:00 PM

(NPR) DNC: Night 2 To Focus On Leadership With Dr. Jill Biden As The Headline Speaker

8/18/2020 06:33:00 PM

DNC: Night 2 To Focus On Leadership With Dr. Jill Biden As The Headline Speaker Follow live coverage of the DNC. Caroline Amenabar/NPR hide caption toggle caption Caroline Amenabar/NPR Elections DNC: Night 2 To Focus On Leadership With Dr. Jill Biden As The Headline Speaker Former presidents, a...