Former Democratic Presidential candidate, Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., takes the stage during the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, July 25, 2016.

LIVE BLOG: Democrats Highlight Contrasts With Republicans as Convention Opens

July 25, 2016 4:21 PM update July 25, 2016 10:16 PM

First lady Michelle Obama gave a forceful, impassioned defense of Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton, casting her as the only candidate who can be trusted as a role model for the nation's children. Obama was among the power lineup of speakers taking the stage in Philadelphia at the Democratic National Convention. The convention’s first day was embroiled in controversy over leaked emails that showed how party leaders sought to ease Clinton's path to the nomination by mocking her challenger, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders.

Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy praises Tim Kaine's work as governor of Virginia

Malloy says he knows something about bullies. Says if Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump's words are bad, his actions are worst. Malloy cites actions by Trump's Republican vice presidential nominee Mike Pence, the Indiana governor. Malloy says Pence turned his back on refugee children. Says he knows because the refugees are now happily residing in Connecticut -- Malloy's state.

Video shown to the delegates stresses electing Democrats up and down the ticket, such as state governors and legislatures. Video says redistricting has been approved in Republican states benefiting their party more.

The Rev. Leah Daughtry, CEO of the 2016 Democratic National Convention, stresses the diversity of the Democratic Party. Daughtry says party mandate is to leave no one behind.

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LIVE BLOG: Democrats Highlight Contrasts With Republicans as Convention Opens