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Democrats had thought they would be celebrating the one-year anniversary of Hillary Clinton being elected the first female president in American history, at long last breaking that “highest, hardest glass ceiling”.

The Democratic party has instead been relegated to watching from the sidelines as Donald Trump continues to flout institutional norms, often choosing to govern in 140 characters or less.

In an ordinary political climate, Democrats would seem well positioned to make Trump a one-term president. And yet one year after the election, the party remains in search of a leader.

But that’s not to say Democrats are without options as they look ahead to 2020. While there’s no clear frontrunner to claim the mantle – and responsibility – of the next presidential nominee, a long list of potential contenders is emerging as the Democratic party seeks to dethrone Trump.

Click to continue reading. By in Washington – Nov 4, 2017.