Monday, July 25, 2016

Monday's Headlines: DNC chair pushed out over leaked emails showing bias

The most damaging things in the DNC's leaked emails; Clinton campaign, some cyber experts say Russia is behind email release; Sanders, seeking unity, finds hold-outs in his movement; Emails show how Democrats used Obama to entice wealthy donors; Why Michelle Obama has a prime speaking spot;
 
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DNC chair pushed out over leaked emails showing bias
Debbie Wasserman Schultz was forced aside on the eve of the Democratic convention after thousands of leaked emails among party officials appeared to show coordinated efforts to help Hillary Clinton, contradicting claims that the primary process was fair for Sen. Bernie Sanders. According to those familiar with the negotiations, Wasserman Schultz resisted giving up her position. "There was a lot of drama," one Democratic House member said.
The most damaging things in the DNC's leaked emails
Among the details in the nearly 20,000 emails was Debbie Wasserman Schultz calling one of Bernie Sanders's top aides a "damn liar" and officials appearing to conspire about how to target his religion.
 
Clinton campaign, some cyber experts say Russia is behind email release
The charge came as some national security officials have grown increasingly concerned about possible efforts by Russia to meddle in the U.S. presidential election, according to several officials familiar with the situation.
 
Sanders, seeking unity, finds hold-outs in his movement
While the senator has called for his supporters to back Hillary Clinton, thousands have arrived in Philadelphia to protest.
 
Emails show how Democrats used Obama to entice wealthy donors
At times, DNC staffers used language in their pitches to backers that went beyond what lawyers said was permissible under White House policy designed to curtail the perception that special interests have access.
 
Why Michelle Obama has a prime speaking spot
The first lady's Monday night appearance at the convention reflects her popularity — within the party and in popular culture — and could offer hints of her future plans.
 
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The Clinton campaign's cleanup of the Debbie Wasserman Schultz mess
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