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Turmoil and Death Threats within the Democratic Party
A Democratic official received threats from Bernie Sanders supporters who claim some of their delegates were unfairly excluded. Is the Democratic party headed toward a major split?
By Madeleine Brand • • 51m ListenThe chairwoman of the Nevada Democratic Party received death threats from Bernie Sanders supporters who claim some of their delegates were unfairly excluded at the state’s convention. We’ve heard a lot this political season about infighting among Republicans. Is there as much vitriol on the left?
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