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RNC Day 4: How Does the Trump Show End?
Whatever Donald Trump himself says tonight in a bid for unity, disputes over the “Soul of the Party” are bound to continue — win or lose in November. The management of the convention has raised questions about the potential staff in a Trump White House.
By Warren Olney • • 52m ListenSpecial thanks to WCPN-Ideastream in Cleveland, Ohio.
Photo: Former Republican presidential candidate Senator Ted Cruz speaks during the third night of the RNC in Cleveland, Ohio, July 20, 2016. (Brian Snyder/Reuters)
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Last night's introductory address by Vice Presidential nominee Mike Pence has been completely overshadowed by outspoken hostility among Republicans. Texas Senator Ted Cruz used his prime time speech to infuriate Trump supporters by refusing to endorse the presidential nominee.
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