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U.S. President Barack Obama addresses the Democratic National Convention, saying Hillary Clinton would be the right person to succeed him as commander in chief, in Philadelphia, Pa., July 27, 2016. (A. Shaker/VOA)
U.S. President Barack Obama addresses the Democratic National Convention, saying Hillary Clinton would be the right person to succeed him as commander in chief, in Philadelphia, Pa., July 27, 2016. (A. Shaker/VOA)
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LIVE BLOG: Obama, Kaine, Biden Make the Case for Hillary Clinton as President

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The theme for the third day of the Democratic National Convention is "Working Together." Previous speakers included Vice President Joe Biden and Michael Bloomberg.

De Blasio compares the backgrounds of Clinton and Trump.

When Hillary Clinton takes the oath in January, de Blasio says she'll "flip the script on economic policies of the land ... from paid sick leave to universal pre-K and debt-free college."

De Blasio says of Hillary: "She's smart, she's steady, she's right and she's ready."

Of Trump, de Blasio says, "He's reckless, he's risky, he's wrong and he's scary."

The crowd gives both rhymes lukewarm cheers.

Bill de Blasio, mayor of New York City:

DNC Bill De Blasio
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