Jeers As Sanders Backs Clinton For President

Hillary Clinton’s name was met with boos and jeers from a restless crowd at the opening night of the Democratic National Convention, despite calls from Bernie Sanders for unity.

 

Some of the speakers in Philadelphia appeared exasperated as their speeches in support of Mrs Clinton were met with chants of “Bernie, Bernie” from vocal demonstrators.

 

It culminated in comedian Sarah Silverman – a one-time supporter of the Vermont senator – turning to the booing Sanders fans and telling them: “You’re being ridiculous.”

 

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