In 2016, some Bernie Sanders supporters have said the delegate process isn’t fair. In 1912, a battle over the primary process transformed American politics.
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The Modern Primary (1912): Conventional Wisdom

This series was produced by Matt Spolar, in partnership with Politico.

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Conventional Wisdom

Conventional Wisdom

We've partnered with Politico for an eight-part series titled “Conventional Wisdom,” telling the stories behind some of the most memorable political conventions in U.S. history -- and how they have impacted today's political climate.

 

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