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Washington Week with The Atlantic

The General Election Begins: Clinton vs. Trump

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Hillary Clinton made history this week becoming the first woman presumptive presidential nominee of a major political party. Her campaign also rolled out the endorsements of high-profile Democrats including President Obama and Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren.

Aired: 06/09/16
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