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After String Of Losses, Sanders Campaign To Lay Off 'Hundreds' Of Staffers

Bernie Sanders addresses supporters on Coney Island Boardwalk ahead of the April 19 New York primary. Pacific Press/LightRocket via Getty Images hide caption

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After String Of Losses, Sanders Campaign To Lay Off 'Hundreds' Of Staffers

The campaign says it no longer needs so many staff for the remaining contests left on the calendar, but the move could be a sign of trouble.

After String Of Losses, Sanders Campaign To Lay Off 'Hundreds' Of Staffers

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Hillary Clinton Pivots Toward General Election After Primary Wins

There are still seven more weeks of primary contests, but Bernie Sanders says it's unlikely he'll win the nomination and Hillary Clinton is already looking to the general election.

Hillary Clinton Pivots Toward General Election After Primary Wins

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With The Nomination All But Decided, Clinton's And Sanders' Goals Change

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With The Nomination All But Decided, Clinton's And Sanders' Goals Change

Now that Tuesday's wins virtually ensure Hillary Clinton's nomination, she is doing her best to win over Bernie Sanders' supporters. Sanders is intent on keeping his progressive politics relevant.

With The Nomination All But Decided, Clinton's And Sanders' Goals Change

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Hillary Clinton Hopes To Extend Delegate Lead As She Eyes General Election

Hillary Clinton has started pivoting toward the general election as she hopes to extend her delegate lead Tuesday night out of the reach of Bernie Sanders.

Hillary Clinton Hopes To Extend Delegate Lead As She Eyes General Election

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Campaign Mystery: Why Don't Bernie Sanders' Big Rallies Lead To Big Wins?

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Campaign Mystery: Why Don't Bernie Sanders' Big Rallies Lead To Big Wins?

Bernie Sanders is drawing large, energetic crowds, but that hasn't translated into wins in large states. It turns out there is often a disconnect between big rallies and winning elections.

Campaign Mystery: Why Don't Bernie Sanders' Big Rallies Lead To Big Wins?

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Sanders Adviser Says Campaign May Have To 'Re-Evaluate' After Tuesday

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Sanders Adviser Says Campaign May Have To 'Re-Evaluate' After Tuesday

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders needs to win all remaining contests by 20 percentage points to overtake Hillary Clinton in the delegate race. How he proceeds will affect the legacy of his campaign.

Sanders Adviser Says Campaign May Have To 'Re-Evaluate' After Tuesday

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Hillary Clinton Campaigns In Pennsylvania After Big Win In New York

After a big win in New York Tuesday night, Hillary Clinton moved on to Pennsylvania, where she hopes for victory next week. Bernie Sanders went home to recharge before getting back on the trail.

Hillary Clinton Campaigns In Pennsylvania After Big Win In New York

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Trump, Clinton Put Distance Between Themselves And Challengers

Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton won big in New York's primary. In addition to correspondent reports, David Greene talks to Democratic pollster Margie Omero and Republican pollster Jim Hobart.

Trump, Clinton Put Distance Between Themselves And Challengers

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Presidential Candidates Await Results Of New York Contests

The presidential candidates await results in the New York primaries. NPR has the latest on what we know so far about the results.

Presidential Candidates Await Results Of New York Contests

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New York's Primary Could Upend Democratic Race For President

If Bernie Sanders is able to pull off an upset in Tuesday's New York Democratic primary, it could be his best shot at transforming the race and damaging Hillary Clinton's chances for the nomination.

New York's Primary Could Upend Democratic Race For President

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Mega Rallies Help Fuel Donald Trump, Bernie Sanders Campaigns

The phenomena of Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders' candidacies has been captured in huge rallies. The events are staples of their campaigns, providing supporters an outlet for excitement and catharsis.

Mega Rallies Help Fuel Donald Trump, Bernie Sanders Campaigns

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Democrats Hillary Clinton And Bernie Sanders Debate Ahead Of New York Primary

Ahead of New York's primary on Tuesday, Democrats Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders meet for a debate in Brooklyn Thursday night. It's their first match up in more than a month.

Democrats Hillary Clinton And Bernie Sanders Debate Ahead Of New York Primary

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Sanders Denounces Surrogate's 'Corporate Democratic Whores' Comment At Rally

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Sanders Denounces Surrogate's 'Corporate Democratic Whores' Comment At Rally

At the Vermont independent's rally in New York on Wednesday night, one of the warm-up speakers criticized "corporate Democratic whores." But Thursday morning, Sanders said that was "inappropriate."