Bill Clinton’s speech, translated
Former President Bill Clinton addresses the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. PHILADELPHIA - There's a difference between a long-winded speech and a long-winded toast.
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Hillary Clinton is coping the same sexist rubbish as Julia Gillard
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The trouble with Bill: What would Bill Clinton’s title be if Hillary gets elected?
As Hillary Clinton became the Democratic nominee for president Tuesday, a question began to swirl around on the Internet: what will former president Bill Clinton's title be if Hillary becomes president? The question has been raised a few times over the course of Hillary's push for the White House in November, and more recently on social media as the Democratic National Convention was held in Philadelphia. And it seems to be a tricky question.
Watch Live: Bill Clinton to speak at Democratic National Convention
Bill Clinton's history of speeches at the Democratic National Convention has been like his political career, a series of ups and downs, where the former president has played the role of validator, acceptor and character witness. The 42nd commander in chief has been allotted most of the 10 p.m. prime-time hour Tuesday night and Clinton aides expect him to speak for over 45 minutes.
Clinton steps into history as 1st woman White House nominee
First Lady Michelle Obama speaks during the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia , Monday, July 25, 2016. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., pumps her fist in the air after her speech during the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia , Monday, July 25, 2016.
UT Political scientist discusses strategy of Trump’s campaign stop in Toledo
The Republican National Convention hasn't even been over for a week, and already Donald Trump is bringing his campaign back to Ohio. The Trump campaign hasn't given the media any indication of what the presidential candidate will talk about and a political scientist at the University of Toledo says, with Trump, it's hard to guess.
History as Clinton ascends to nomination – hostility too
A glass ceiling is shattering at the Democratic National Convention as Hillary Clinton ascends to the presidential nomination with Tuesday's roll call of the states, making her the first woman to lead a major party into a White House race. Clinton's campaign hoped to use the achievement to bolster the candidate's popularity - mindful that while many voters are happy to be nominating a woman, they're not wild about this particular woman candidate.
History and hostility as Clinton ascends to nomination
Former Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., pumps his fist in the air as he addresses the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia , Monday, July 25, 2016. Former Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., pumps his fist in the air as he addresses the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia , Monday, July 25, 2016.
Takeaways: Glass ceiling shattered; ‘change agent’ hailed
Former President Bill Clinton speaks during the second day session of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, Tuesday, July 26, 2016. It was long ago and far away when Barack Obama snippily remarked, "You're likable enough, Hillary."
50 very unlikely things we want from the Democratic National Convention
We got through the Republican National Convention , now it's just one more week until we're officially in the race for the White House. There's just one more candidate to nominate.
Delegates look for rebound at Democratic convention
When Arkansas' delegates gather in Philadelphia for the Democratic National Convention this week, they'll cast votes for a nominee the state claims as its adopted daughter. They also hope having Hillary Clinton at the top of the ticket will energize a state party that's been routed by Republicans over the past three elections.
Despite her many roles, Hillary Clinton still hard to define
In this June 22, 1994 file photo, President Bill Clinton and first lady Hillary Clinton wait to address a group of young Democratic supporters known as the Saxophone Club in Washington. FILE - In this June 22, 1994 file photo, President Bill Clinton and first lady Hillary Clinton wait to address a group of young Democratic supporters known as the Saxophone Club in Washington.
Democratic Convention’s growing list of speakers hints at star-studded event new
As Hillary Clinton prepares to accept her party's nomination for the presidency, The Democratic National Convention Committee has been making preparations of their own as they line up speakers for what is shaping up to be a star-studded convention week. While the Republican convention was void of speakers who had occupied 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, the Democrat's gathering in Philadelphia will be stacked with them.
Hillary’s Management Style: Insufferable Female Boss
Have you ever had a crazy boss who just happened to be a woman? Someone who micromanages, lashes out uncontrollably, and is just simply unpleasant? God forbid our country should be on the verge of getting such a boss. Hillary Clinton is supposed to represent the proposition that women are indeed qualified for leadership every bit as much as men, and are just as logical and cool-headed.
Rep. Cleaver to deliver high-profile speech at Democratic convention
U.S. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver of Missouri has snagged a prime speaking slot at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia next week, his chief of staff said. Cleaver, a former Kansas City mayor and Methodist pastor, will speak to delegates on Wednesday night about the importance of unity and civility, said Cleaver Chief of Staff John Jones.
The Latest: Manafort: Look for a compassionate, human Trump
Donald Trump's campaign chairman says one purpose of the Republican National Convention is to redefine the GOP presidential nominee. Paul Manafort said on ABC Wednesday that, "we feel that the American people don't know all of Donald Trump."
Donald Trump plan will break up big banks
At Trump's urging, the GOP formally endorsed breaking up America's big banks Monday. It's almost like the Republicans were taking a page from liberal senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren who have advocated for exactly that to ensure no bank is "too big too fail."
Hillary Clinton’s record makes her unqualified
Our nation faces a very real and very serious problem these days with the widespread prevalence of drug overdoses. But we have an even more serious threat to the very existence of our once great nation, the insidious epidemic of Kool-aid overdosing.
Donald Trump and the state of Justice Ginsburg’s mind
In this Jan. 28, 2016 file photo, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg speaks at Brandeis University in Waltham, Mass. When Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a liberal icon, is severely criticized by ideologically-sympathetic law professors, prominent legal ethicists, and the editorial boards of left-leaning newspapers like the New York Times and the Washington Post, it's reasonable to conclude that she's done something really inappropriate.
Why People Find Hillary Clinton So Untrustworthy
Hillary Clinton's 6-point lead over Donald Trump in last month's CBS News poll has now evaporated. As of mid-July she is tied with him.