Clinton Vs. Sanders: A Look At The Last Debate Before Iowa
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — The Republicans running for president have filled their debates with plenty of drama and biting one-liners. It could be time for Democrats Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders to do the same.
Clinton, Sanders and former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley were set to participate Sunday night in the final Democratic presidential debate before Iowa's leadoff presidential caucuses Feb. 1.
Clinton's once formidable lead in Iowa has dwindled and Sanders has maintained a steady advantage in New Hampshire.
Clinton entered the 2016 race as the prohibitive favorite for the nomination, and she has spent much of her time tangling from afar with Republicans, arguing she is best candidate to build upon President Barack Obama's agenda.
But Sanders has become a more immediate threat and Clinton has responded, boosting her critiques of the Vermont senator and adding campaign time in Iowa.
Sanders has a passionate following among young voters and liberals. For months, he has pointed out his differences with the former secretary of state, most notably his plan to break up large Wall Street banks. His latest TV ad suggests he would be tougher than Clinton on Wall Street. That's led Clinton's team to say he crossed the line he pledged not to cross into negative campaigning.
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