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In Divided Virginia Administration, Kaine Learned To Work Across The Aisle

9:55pm July 22, 2016

Ex-Virginia Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling, a Republican, was elected to be Democrat Tim Kaine's lieutenant when he was governor. Bolling describes his years with Kaine and offers tips for being a good No. 2.

Tim Kaine's Pastor Describes The Veep Pick's Life As A Devout Catholic

9:41pm July 22, 2016

Tim Kaine has worn many hats in Virginia politics: Richmond mayor, governor, senator. He's also a recognizable face at a majority-black Catholic church in Richmond — and has been for 30 years.

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In Kaine, Clinton Gains A Swing-State Spanish Speaker

9:34pm July 22, 2016

Who is Tim Kaine, and what does he bring to the Democratic presidential ticket? NPR's Mara Liasson provides answers.

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks during a campaign rally with Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine in Annandale, Va., on July 14.

5 Things To Know About Tim Kaine

9:21pm July 22, 2016

by Meg Anderson

Hillary Clinton has chosen Tim Kaine as her running mate. Here are some fast facts about the Virginia senator.

Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton and Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia greet the crowd during a campaign event on July 14 in Annandale, Va.

Hillary Clinton Picks Tim Kaine As Her Vice Presidential Running Mate

9:19pm July 22, 2016

by Jessica Taylor

The Virginia senator and former governor is a loyal ally who can help reach out to Hispanics and may be able to woo disaffected independents or moderate Republicans who are turned off by Donald Trump.

Political World Awaits Hillary Clinton's Pick For Vice President

8:42pm July 22, 2016

by Tamara Keith

The presumptive Democratic nominee is expected to announce her running mate soon. Clinton campaigned in Tampa, Fla., on Friday following the Republican National Convention this week.

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Hillary Clinton Expected To Announce Vice Presidential Pick

6:33pm July 22, 2016

by Tamara Keith

Hillary Clinton is expected to announce her running mate soon. On Friday, the presumptive Democratic nominee campaigned in Florida.

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Light falls on the American flag at the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland.

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True Believers, Protesters And Trump: Scenes From Cleveland

5:23pm July 22, 2016

by Ariel Zambelich

Calls to "Make America Great Again" rang through the Republican National Convention while anti-Donald Trump protesters tried to challenge the rhetoric. This is what it looked like.

Donald Trump Praises GOP Convention As 'Peaceful,' 'Love-Filled'

4:32pm July 22, 2016

by Scott Horsley

A day after the Republican National Convention, GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump gives his own assessment of how things went, where he goes from here and also revisits his old feud with Ted Cruz.

Week In Politics: Republican National Convention

4:32pm July 22, 2016

NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks with our regular political commentators, E.J. Dionne of the Washington Post and Brookings Institution and David Brooks of The New York Times about the Republican National Convention, the vice presidential picks and other political news of the week.