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First Lady Michelle Obama applauds from the stage after addressing delegates on the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.

Different Breeds Of Convention Democrats Ask: Whose Party Is This, Anyway?

7:23am July 26, 2016

by Ron Elving

DNC officials, congressional leaders and even the icons of the party's progressive wing were subjected to jeers, catcalls and chants from an element of the audience on the convention's first day.

In Philadelphia, Democrats Look For Unity Amid The Boos

5:46am July 26, 2016

As the convention started, Bernie Sanders supporters were in an uproar over leaked emails. Their protests spilled onto the convention floor. But Sanders gave a strong endorsement of Hillary Clinton.

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First lady Michelle Obama acknowledges the crowd before delivering her speech during the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia on Monday.

Michelle Obama: I Want A President 'Who Is Worthy Of My Girls' Promise'

1:28am July 26, 2016

by Dana Farrington

At the Democratic convention, the first lady said the election is about making a better future for the children. Hillary Clinton is the only candidate "who I trust with that responsibility," she said.

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.

Sen. Bernie Sanders takes the stage on the first evening of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia on Monday.

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Amid Jeers From His Supporters, Sanders Backs Clinton In First Night Of DNC

11:34pm July 25, 2016

by Eyder Peralta

Outside the convention, supporters of Bernie Sanders demonstrated against what they said was a rigged system, while the atmosphere turned chaotic inside the convention hall.

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READ: Bernie Sanders' Speech At The Democratic Convention

11:30pm July 25, 2016

Bernie Sanders addressed the Democratic National Convention Monday night, after an day of disunity in the Philadelphia arena. Read his speech here.

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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Protests Mark First Day Of Democratic Convention

7:51pm July 25, 2016

by Hansi Lo Wang

Thousands of activists, including many supporters of Sen. Bernie Sanders, are joining Democratic National Convention delegates in Philadelphia to protest.

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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.

A Look At Donald Trump's Ties To Russia

5:24pm July 25, 2016

by David Welna

Donald Trump and top advisers have business ties with Russia and its leaders going back many years. Moscow has a distinct point of view about the U.S. presidential election and cause to support Trump.