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Hollywood and the DNC, spouses on the campaign, saying goodbye to the VCR
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Jul 27, 2016
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Hollywood and the DNC, spouses on the campaign, saying goodbye to the VCR

Does it matter where Hollywood celebs stand? How spousal roles have evolved over the centuries, saying farewell to the VCR and other obsolete technology.
PHILADELPHIA, PA - JULY 26: Former US President Bill Clinton arrives on stage to deliver remarks on the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the Wells Fargo Center, July 26, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton received the number of votes needed to secure the party's nomination. An estimated 50,000 people are expected in Philadelphia, including hundreds of protesters and members of the media. The four-day Democratic National Convention kicked off July 25. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - JULY 26: Former US President Bill Clinton arrives on stage to deliver remarks on the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the Wells Fargo Center, July 26, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton received the number of votes needed to secure the party's nomination. An estimated 50,000 people are expected in Philadelphia, including hundreds of protesters and members of the media. The four-day Democratic National Convention kicked off July 25. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
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Does it matter where Hollywood celebs stand? How spousal roles have evolved over the centuries, saying farewell to the VCR and other obsolete technology.

What to look out for on Day 3 of the DNC
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Tonight's speakers include President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, Senator Tim Kaine, and California Governor Jerry Brown.
'Each day people are walking into the convention hall feeling more on the same page,' Congresswoman aims to unify Democrats
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Congresswoman Barbara Lee hosted a unity meeting to talk about the party’s split between Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton.
Super spouses: Examining the evolution of presidential plus-ones
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Candidate spouses and the role they play on the campaign trail has evolved in recent decades: each must find a balance between personal and political.
How real women on Wall Street helped shape 'Equity'
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When 'Equity' director Meera Menon and actress Sarah Megan Thomas set out to make a female-focused film about Wall Street, they sought perspectives from the women who work there.
Hollywood out in full force at the DNC, but do celebrity endorsements really matter?
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Hollywood has always gathered at the Democratic National Convention but this year celebs seems to be divided about whether to back Hillary Clinton as the nominee.
The Binge: 4 summer beach movies to watch
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Our guide into the wilderness that is the streaming universe brings you the best summer beach movies to watch.
Recycling centers are closing, so how can you still be green?
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California has one of the best recycling rates in the nation, but that could be taking a hit with the closure of one-fifth of the recycling centers in the state.
The Styled Side: Democrats or Republicans - who wore it better?
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This week, it's the Democrats' time to turn heads on politics...and also what they were wearing.