Yes, it is. I gave her basic background along same lines of the call we did with Politico.
[SigDems]
Luis Miranda, Communications Director
Democratic National Committee
202-863-8148 - MirandaL@dnc.org
- @MiraLuisDC
From: April Mellody
Sent: Thursday, May 12, 2016 6:08 PM
To: Miranda, Luis
Cc: Patrice Taylor; Federico, Courtney; Paustenbach, Mark
Subject: Re: WSJ question...
Hey Luis - Is this Laura Meckler? If so, I have heard some feedback about her calling around. I can reach out to give her a call. April
Sent from my iPhone
On May 12, 2016, at 6:03 PM, Miranda, Luis
> wrote:
And remind me what "the Call" is?
Luis Miranda, Communications Director
Democratic National Committee
202-863-8148 - MirandaL@dnc.org
- @MiraLuisDC
From: Patrice Taylor
Sent: Thursday, May 12, 2016 6:02 PM
To: Miranda, Luis
Cc: April Mellody; Federico, Courtney; Paustenbach, Mark
Subject: Re: WSJ question...
Per the Call, The Convention Rules Committee has jurisdiction to propose the Convention agenda, permanent Rules of the Convention, proposed amendments to party rules and any other matters not covered by the other standing committees.
They do not draft the Delegate Selection Rules. That's done by the DNC Rules & Bylaws Committee.
Please let me know if you have any additional questions.
*
On May 12, 2016, at 5:52 PM, Miranda, Luis
> wrote:
Hey, the Wall Street Journal is asking if the Rules committee has any jurisdiction over the items Bernie wants, like changing rules to encourage open primaries, recommend bonus delegates for states that do that - for example --
Is it accurate to say that the Convention Rules Committee only deals with rules specific to the functioning of the 2016 convention? What should we say?
Similarly, if they did want to make such changes, there would have to be some kind of commission like the one that took Supers from 20% to 15%, right?
Luis Miranda, Communications Director
Democratic National Committee
202-863-8148 - MirandaL@dnc.org
- @MiraLuisDC


Big military reporter - might have addressed Trump - I was in a conversation at the time so I couldn't hear.
Thanks
Eric Walker
walkere@dnc.org
732-991-1489
@ericmwalker


The Latest: Sanders threatens floor fight at Dem convention
AP
Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders is threatening a floor fight over rules and platform planks at the party's summer convention if the Democratic National Committee stacks the committees with supporters of Hillary Clinton.
Sanders writes in a letter to Democratic National Committee chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz that the makeup of the standing committees should reflect the level of support that he and Clinton received in the primaries and caucuses.
He says many of his supporters have not been included and notes Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy will be in charge of the convention's platform committee and former Massachusetts Rep. Barney Frank will run the rules committee. He calls both "aggressive attack surrogates" for Clinton.
Sanders says if the process is unfair, he'll challenge platform planks, electoral reform planks and rules changes.
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[DNC]
Rachel Palermo
Democratic National Committee
PalermoR@dnc.org
202-863-8041


Just sent full text in separate email.
From: Donna Brazile
Sent: Saturday, May 7, 2016 9:22 PM
To: hrtsleeve@gmail.com
Cc: Leah Daughtry
; Miranda, Luis
; Patrice Taylor
; April Mellody
; Julie Greene
; Tracie Pough
Subject: Re: Final Medium Post
I'm on an I pad and it's hard to download.
Sent from Donna's I Pad. Follow me on twitter @donnabrazile
On May 7, 2016, at 9:19 PM, hrtsleeve@gmail.com
wrote:
Trust me...not an unwelcome interruption! 😂
DWS
On May 7, 2016, at 9:18 PM, Leah Daughtry
> wrote:
So sorry to interrupt!
From: Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Sent: Saturday, May 7, 2016 9:17 PM
To: Leah Daughtry; Miranda, Luis; Patrice Taylor; April Mellody; Julie Greene; Tracie Pough; Donnabrazile (donnabrazile@me.com
)
Subject: Re: Final Medium Post
I'm at a black tie dinner. Will quickly review right now.
Sent from my BlackBerry 10 smartphone.
From: Leah Daughtry
Sent: Saturday, May 7, 2016 9:07 PM
To: Debbie Wasserman Schultz; Miranda, Luis; Patrice Taylor; April Mellody; Julie Greene; Tracie Pough; Donnabrazile (donnabrazile@me.com
)
Subject: Final Medium Post
Madame Chair, Madame ViceChair, and Team,
Here is the Medium post that we plan to post tonight and that we will promote on social media in the AM.  Please take a look and if you have comments, please send them to us by 930pm.
We will also send a fact sheet to DNC members this evening; the face sheet will be based on this Medium post.
Let us know what you think.
Leah D. Daughtry
Chief Executive Officer
T: 215-398-5800 | E: ldaughtry@demconvention.com
2016 Democratic National Convention Committee
July 25-28, 2016
1900 Market Street | Philadelphia, PA 19103 | 215-645-4744
www.demconvention.com
| www.twitter.com/demconvention


Walker, you up for it?
Sent via the Samsung GALAXY S®4, an AT&T 4G LTE smartphone
-------- Original message --------
From: "Helmstetter, TJ"
Date: 04/27/2016 4:43 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: "Manriquez, Pablo"
, "Miranda, Luis"
, "Walker, Eric"
, "Paustenbach, Mark"
Subject: Booking request: DWS this Friday for Detroit radio
Hey guys – I think they’ll probably take a spokesperson, doesn’t need to be Debbie. But passing along for you to decide.
From: karenmorgan@thewriteeidea.com
Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2016 4:41 PM
To: Helmstetter, TJ
Subject: DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Hello T.J.
I am sorry I didn't get a chance to meet you when you were in Flint for the debate but maybe we will meet at the Democratic Convention.
I am contacting you because Bankole Thompson Editorial Columnist at The Detroit News and host on Detroit's newest radio station Superstation 910 am ( he is a former host on WDET public radio in Detroit where he interviewed the chair on what was then an overcrowded Republican field of candidates and the difference between that race and the Democratic race) would like to interview Rep. Schultz on his show Friday April 29, 2016. He would like to discuss the recent caucuses as well as Ted Cruz's decision to name Carly Fiorina as his running mate and their attraction to potential voters.
Redline airs every Friday from 12:00m-2:00pm. We would prefer to have her at 1:00pm as that is our most listened to hour but we will take her anytime she is available during the show. If she is not available this week, perhaps she could join us next week.
Thank you for your assistance in this matter,
Karen Morgan
Producer
Redline
(313) 377-0673


From: Hillary for America Press
Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2016 11:07 AM
To: Hillary for America Press
Subject: Donald Trump: Not Playing Well in States

Donald Trump: Not Playing Well in States
Donald Trump has been the presumptive nominee of the Republican party for just over two weeks. All across the country, headlines and editorials are telling the story of Donald Trump as the Republican nominee: he’s a loose cannon whose hateful language and reckless policies show he’s simply too big a risk for the country.
See below for local coverage of Donald Trump’s campaign thus far:
Iowa
Des Moines Register: Trump's refusal to share his tax returns raises questions
Nixon was right: The people have got to know whether or not their president is a crook. The people also have a right to know whether a billionaire running for president has paid his fair share of taxes.
Muscatine Journal: What doesn't Donald Trump want you to know about his wealth?
For one thing, if we were able to see how Trump's fortune is structured and how much tax he pays on it, we would also be able to compute his liability under his proposed changes to the tax code. In other words, we would be able to approximate how much Trump stands to earn for himself and his heirs by pulling the strings of power. Is it any surprise he won't go there?
Minnesota
Minneapolis Star Tribune: Trump strains the U.S.-U.K. 'special relationship'
Should he be elected, Trump would quickly learn just how much he — and America — needs the U.S.-U.K. special relationship and how essential it is to further tighten transatlantic bonds. Principled conservatives, who can rightly take pride in Republicans’ role in building and maintaining these ties in the postwar era, should reflect carefully about whether they dare trust them to such an undisciplined, unwise brawler.
Bemidji Pioneer: Shifting focus from Trump: Some state Republicans want party to emphasize local candidates, separate from presumptive nominee
"There are a lot of varying opinions about how our party should proceed,” said Beltrami County Republicans Chair Ken Cobb. “I think one thing has been evident through the entire process and that is we're all committed to our down ballot candidates, legislative and locally. We're trying to work through how to proceed because we do have differences in how much support we can give the nominee."
Missouri
Springfield News-Leader: Mr. Trump, release your tax returns
Whatever the reasons, Trump’s constantly changing positions about his returns — gonna release them, can't release them, want to release them, might release them — raise suspicions that he’s concealing something. On Friday, he went so far as to tell ABC's Good Morning America that his tax rates are "none of your business." Well, actually, they are because Americans have the right to know whether someone who wants to lead the nation pays what he owes, is free of financial conflicts of interest and gives generously to worthy causes.
Nevada
Las Vegas Review Journal: The Donald sits on his returns
While every major party nominee for president in the past 40 years has released his or her tax returns before the election, Donald Trump continues to hold out, saying that he’s waiting until the completion of an ongoing audit.
New Hampshire
New Hampshire Union Leader: Shaheen hits Trump on minimum wage views
“This is one of the many reckless proposals that Donald Trump has made that would send our country in the wrong direction,” Shaheen said in a conference call with reporters on Tuesday.
WMUR: Shaheen hits Trump’s call to eliminate federal minimum wage
Veteran state Rep. Mary Jane Wallner, D-Concord, echoed Shaheen, and former state Commissioner of Resources and Economic Development Sean O’Kane said elimination of the minimum wage could be “uniquely devastating” to New Hampshire because a large number of minimum wage workers are employed in the tourism industry.
Laconia Daily Sun: Horn: Top of GOP ticket spells trouble
Leery of the impact of Donald Trump's candidacy on the remainder of the Republican ticket, Jennifer Horn, chairman of the New Hampshire Republican Party, told Belknap County Republicans this week that the state party will direct its resources to maintaining its majorities in the New Hampshire Legislature and capturing the governorship.
New Jersey
Newark Star Ledger: What's Trump hiding? A political liability, probably
But mostly, releasing a tax return is a commitment to transparency, and it's more relevant for candidates who cannot be judged on a record of government service. In either case, someone running for president should be willing to demonstrate that he has lived up to his tax obligations.
New York
Buffalo News: Trump should end the subterfuge and give voters access to tax returns
One of the ways in which Americans can truly examine a presidential candidate is through the candidate’s tax returns, which is why many more people should be upset over Donald J. Trump’s refusal to release his tax filings.
North Carolina
Raleigh News-Observer: Republican financier Art Pope says he won’t support Donald Trump
Art Pope, a North Carolina businessman and major financial backer of Republican candidates, said Thursday he won’t support Donald Trump for president.
Charlotte Observer: Share those tax returns, Donald Trump
Only, they are the public’s business, which even Richard Nixon recognized despite his tendency to underpay. As for Trump’s audit defense, Nixon released his tax returns while they were under audit. Trump has no excuse for not releasing the returns other than his own hubris.
Ohio
Cleveland Plain Dealer: Break with Trump, or be stuck with him forever
Republican officeholders can either spend the next six months explaining why they're going down with a ship they never even intended to board, or save themselves a lot of heartache by publicly throwing Trump overboard and pouring their efforts into down-the-ballot races.
Pennsylvania
The Express Times: ’Lot of fence mending to do': Kasich backer Charlie Dent not sold on Trump
"With the Republican nomination now secured for Donald Trump, he has a great deal of work to do to convince many Americans, myself included, that he is prepared and able to lead this great nation."
Philadelphia Inquirer: Former Pa. Gov. Ridge says he won't vote for Trump
Former Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Ridge (R) has made no secret of his disdain for the man his party seems about to nominate for president over the past few months. Unlike some GOP leaders who are now making peace with the idea of Donald J. Trump at the head of the ticket, however, Ridge is sticking with his “Never Trump” position.
Rhode Island
Providence Journal: Donald Trump's taxes
A tax return shows your income, for one thing. It shows your exemptions. It shows your charitable donations. It provides information about your business activities. It provides information about whether and how you’ve sheltered your income offshore. It provides clues about your wealth, a subject about which Mr. Trump is remarkably touchy, claiming to be worth more than $10 billion, while Forbes and Fortune magazines have estimated his worth at less than half that amount.
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Includes changes from the Chair. See question below. Once we add, she wants it out (she doesn't need to look at it again).
For Immediate Release
May 4, 2016
Contact - DNC Press 202-863-8148
DNC Chair Wasserman Schultz's Statement on Governor Kasich's Announcement that he is Suspending his Campaign for President
"With Governor Kasich out of the race, any remaining hope the GOP had of concealing its true colors behind his comparatively friendly-faced candidacy has evaporated. But make no mistake, the extreme policies for which he has long fought, are virtually indistinguishable from those of Donald Trump, Ted Cruz, and the rest of the modern Republican Party.
"Under Kasich, Ohio's job growth has trailed the national average for 40 straight months. He promised to fight any federal increase in the minimum wage. And he has one of the most extreme anti-choice records of any governor in the country, having signed legislation that shut down half the abortion clinics in his state.
"For years, Republican leaders have employed a divisive political strategy to compel people to vote out of distrust, suspicion and hate - rewarding those at the top and denigrating women, minorities, the LGBT community and more in the process. The result is the cynical, divided, bickering Republican base we see now. Today, the only energy left in the Republican primary isn't for anything, [per the chair, we need to insert what they are against??].
"The contrast couldn't be more stark. Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders are fighting for the American people - for higher wages, for more opportunity, for a level playing field and for a brighter future. Our voters are energized, enthusiastic, and optimistic because our candidates are committed to moving America forward. And that's why we're going to win on Election Day in November."
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Andy and Tyler just pulled this research doc together for us-feel free to use it!
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[DNC]
Rachel Palermo
Democratic National Committee
PalermoR@dnc.org
202-863-8041
From: Walker, Eric
Sent: Monday, May 09, 2016 4:22 PM
To: Regional Press
Subject: ASAP project for regionals
Importance: High
Hey squad - over the next few weeks we will be working more closely with the state parties to do some themed events on Trump.
This week we want to hit on the Trump/Ryan meeting. Theme is that despite their personal disagreements, Trump and Ryan share an agenda. We want to hit on taxes & the economy, women's health (throw in a reference to women's health week) and immigration reform. I want to see a lot of references to the "Trump-Ryan Agenda."
Next week we will do a hit on infrastructure week, the week after that we will call for an increase in the minimum wage on the anniversary of the 2007 minimum wage bill - but don't worry about those for now. Just worry about Trump/Ryan.
Per Luis, we will be sending templates to the state parties TOMORROW with the following items. If your name is next to something, you are responsible for producing it before you leave today.
*         An overview of the issue with talking points (ERIC)
*         An event guide (ERIC)
*         A sample advisory and release focused on taxes, with a short mention of immigration and women's health (TJ)
*         A sample op-ed looping in taxes/economy, women's health and immigration (TOM)
*         Four sample LTEs (SHU-YEN & DESHUNDRA, please write them on taxes/economy. WALTER please write one on immigration. RACHEL please write one on women's health)
However, while we will send these to all state parties - we want to focus on the battleground states, especially the ones that can actually deliver. So think about those.
Please use the messaging below from the Trump narrative and the hit that just went out on Trump. There's also a lot of good stuff in this Greg Sargent piece
from today.
Divisive, Reckless and Dangerous: Donald Trump Lacks the Judgment or Temperament to be President
Donald Trump's recklessness would hurt our economy, diminish our standing in the world, and make our communities less safe. Trump is divisive and dangerous, and he lacks the judgment and temperament to be president.
His impending nomination is a reminder that for years the Republican Party has elevated extreme voices, using divisive campaigns that sought to exploit unfounded fears for political gain. And just like Republicans in Washington have done for years, Trump is only looking out for himself. His plans would benefit those at the very top and economists have predicted that his policies could cause a global recession. He would drag our country back to where we were when the last Republican president left office, when we were losing 800,000 jobs a month. The American people can't afford to let him bully his way into the Oval Office.
Trump has already damaged America's relationships across the globe. His record of denigrating women has only gotten worse throughout this campaign, at the same time that his divisive rhetoric has made our communities less safe. And his business record is riddled with embarrassing failures that make it clear the American people can't afford to let him get anywhere near the White House.
National Security: Even as a candidate, Donald Trump has damaged America's relationships across the globe. In the White House, he would undeniably make America less safe.
*         Donald Trump has no foreign policy experience and rather than seeking the advice of well-respected experts, Trump relies on his own misinformed ideas and in his own words, on his "good brain."
*         Trump has falsely claimed that he knows "more about ISIS than the generals" and recommended that the U.S. military commit international war crimes.
*         Trump's threat to pull back from our most important military alliances
like NATO, pull aid from our allies like Israel, and his gushing praise for dictators would put our country on a dangerous path.
*         Trump has refused to rule out using nuclear weapons on European territory, and wants to allow countries that don't currently have nuclear weapons to get them, reversing long-held goals of international nuclear disarmament.
Wrong on Women: Donald Trump has a decades-long record of denigrating women and promoting misogyny. His policies would make it harder for women to make their own choices when it comes to their healthcare or their career.
*         Trump once said you had to  treat women "like s**t" and has spent decades doing so himself by calling women names - "fat pig," "slob," or "bimbo" - and saying a man needs a woman to support him at home rather than always be "griping and bitching."
*         Trump would take away a woman's right to make her own healthcare choices and has said women who had abortions should be punished - but not the doctors that performed them - and opposed exceptions for health of the mother because he thought women would use a cold as an excuse to have an abortion.
*         Trump thinks ensuring equal pay for women should just be left up to "the marketplace" and once suggested family leave policies should actually be scaled back and noted pregnancy was "an inconvenience for a business." Trump complained that when he employed mothers, they were not giving him "100 percent."
Divisive and Dangerous: Donald Trump exploited racial anxieties and cultural fears in the pursuit of getting elected - to the point where his rallies have sparked violence against people of color, protestors, and the media.
*         Trump spouts hateful and dangerous lies about Muslims and called to surveil mosques, to ban Muslims from entering the country and to create a database of all Muslims in America - including U.S. citizens - and could not answer when pressed on how this would be any different from Nazi Germany.
*         Trump called Mexican immigrants "rapists" and criminals and said they brought disease into the country, said you needed to check if Native Americans were "real Indians," and claimed that a "well-educated black has a tremendous advantage" - but apparently not an advantage in finding housing in Trump properties, because in the 1970s, the Trump Organization was sued for discriminating against Blacks and Puerto Ricans.
*         Trump has been endorsed by former  KKK leader David Duke, and his candidacy has been used as a recruiting tool for the white supremacist movement, which is no surprise since Trump refused to disavow David Duke and the KKK four times in one interview.
*         Trump has fostered violence against protestors at his rallies, suggesting that a Black Lives Matter protester maybe "should have been roughed up," promising to pay the legal fees if someone would "knock the hell" out of a protester and reminiscing about the old days when a protester would be "carried off on a stretcher."
*         Trump repeatedly threatened the First Amendment by calling to "open up" libel laws so he could sue reporters whenever they printed a story he did not like, made it a practice of banning media outlets he did not like from covering his rallies, and thought "closing" parts of the Internet was a rational strategy to combat ISIS.
Reckless on the Economy, Making Millions at the Expense of Hardworking Americans: Though he plays the part of a wealthy and successful businessman, Donald Trump's real life record is a reminder that he would endanger the entire global financial system and promote policies that hurt everyday Americans.
*         Despite his tough talk on trade deals and the loss of American jobs, Donald Trump manufactured his clothing line in countries he rails against, like China and Mexico - a reminder that he made millions at the expense of American workers and on the backs of foreign labor.
*         His Trump "University" fleeced thousands of Americans simply looking to get ahead.
*         Trump's businesses have repeatedly gone bankrupt, leaving investors, contractors and small businesses holding the bag for his bad business decisions.
*         Trump's unfounded predictions
of recession under President Obama and warnings against investing in the stock market are reckless.
*         Economists have actually predicted Trump's policies could start an international trade war and even destabilize the global economy
.
*         Trump's tax plan would overwhelmingly benefit the rich while costing the country $9.5 trillion to implement -- more than any other Republican plan proposed. It also violates his pledge to eliminate the national debt.
*         Trump actually said at one of the Republican Party's debates that wages were "too high" and opposed raising the federal minimum wage
*         Trump wants to repeal the Affordable Care Act, which would jeopardize health care for 20 million Americans who've been able to get coverage under Obamacare.
Republicans couldn't unite against him and failed to stand up to him during their primary because they were playing to the same extreme base of their party. Democrats will be united and hold Donald Trump accountable every day until November 8th.
The "King of Debt," Donald Trump and the GOP on the Economy
In less than a week since becoming the GOP's presumptive nominee, Donald Trump has already exposed himself as reckless and dangerous on the American economy. His comments over the last few days promise to undermine  the role of the United States as a major economic power and potentially threaten the global financial system. While his stances mimic those of Republicans in Congress, they often go further and are more irresponsible than those of his counterparts in the House and Senate.
On Taxes, Trump Can't Hide from GOP's Obsession with Trickle Down Economics - Yesterday, Trump tried to dismiss concerns about his reckless tax plan, which would reward those at the top
by slashing the top income tax rate to 25 percent from 39.6 percent, claiming that "the rich" are "probably going to end up paying more." In reality, such a move would give
the "top 0.1% of income earners like himself an average tax cut of more than $1.3 million (versus $2,700 for those in the middle class)." And just this morning, Trump once again confirmed
that he would, in fact, lower taxes on the wealthiest of Americans. Trump also plans to substantially
reduce the corporate tax rate to 15 percent, even beyond the reckless plan put forth by Republican Speaker Paul Ryan.
Trump's plans are just like the proposal put forth by Republicans in Congress who want to cut
the top tax rate to 25 percent. Paul Ryan and his colleagues would also cut corporate taxes down to 25 percent - but Trump wants to go even further, down to 15 percent. There's a name for this: Trickle Down Economics. And it doesn't work. Just ask the last two Republican Administrations, which both left our country mired in recession and facing massive deficits.
On America's Debt: A Page Out of the GOP Playbook - This morning, Trump doubled down on his statements that the United States should consider
playing fast and loose with our nation's finances, even calling himself "the king of debt." He also said, "this is the United States government. First of all, you never have to default because you print the money." Such reckless positions, if implemented, could threaten America's standing in the world and lead to chaos in the financial markets.
This is the same sort of behavior that Republicans in Congress undertook when they played politics last year with the debt ceiling (this was not the first time), leading one credit rating agency to remark
that any protracted fight over the issue could endanger America's credit rating.
"Donald Trump's reckless tax policies and his suggestion that we should play chicken with the country's finances are lifted directly from the same old failed Republican playbook. Trump can ignore reality and crown himself the king of debt, but it's clear that his economic ideas, and those of his fellow Republicans are simply bankrupt. The American people and our economy can't afford a disastrous Trump presidency."  - DNC National Press Secretary Mark Paustenbach
Eric Walker
walkere@dnc.org
732-991-1489
@ericmwalker


Passing along another inquiry.
From: Braun, Sheara J (NBCUniversal, MSNBC)
Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 12:59 PM
To: DNC Press
Subject: FW: MSNBC's Chris Hayes tonight
Importance: High
Hi all,
I understand that Sean is no longer with the DNC. Would someone be able to help me with the request below?
Thanks,
Sheara
From: Braun, Sheara J (NBCUniversal, MSNBC)
Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 12:58 PM
To: bartletts@dnc.org
Subject: MSNBC's Chris Hayes tonight
Importance: High
Hi Sean,
How are you? Any chance that Rep. Wasserman Schultz might be available to join Chris Hayes tonight during the 8p ET hour to talk about yesterday's primary results, and looking ahead to November?
Thanks Sean!
Sheara
Sheara Braun
Editorial Producer
MSNBC's "All In with Chris Hayes"
212.664.1747 (direct work)
212.664.5554 (main work)
917.716.0295 (cell)
212.413.5193 (fax)


Flagging his answer on the Mexican flag at the protest during his CAGOP speech last week. Claimed they were burning the American flag
Q: Polls in IN. Rasmussen poll up against HRC
IN poll is so important. Its been a loveliest here. Bobby Knight endorsed me and others
Rasmussen poll has me up against HRC
Q: If you win IN you think race is over. Would you reach out to them if you win?
all pundits are saying its over if i win IN. Looks like I’ll win CA and NE big. OR poll looks good
We are doing very well in NJ. Lot of delegates there
If I win IN, that would be the end of Lyin Ted
Q: How would you bring all your former opponents into your camp? Better to unify?
its better to have unification. our country is totally divided right now. i will bring people together
i have received so many calls from people that said terrible things about me over the last week wanting to get on board
I think you are going to see a very unified party
Q: Speech last week in CA. Lot of people had Mexican flags at protest, not American flags
Reason you didn’t see American flag, they were burning the American flag and they were holding up the American flag
Carrier is going to Mexico and there are no consequences. i will stop that. i may be able to stop Carrier from leaving if i move fast enough
They will make AC in Mexico and they will hire Mexicans. our country is losing all businesses and we need to stop it
Q: H-1B visas
Repeated America First slogan. We need to take care of our people. It has to be America First. It has to be. Or we won’t have a country anymore
Q: FP speech and America First. Prevent boots on the ground to defeat ISIS in the Middle East
Military is totally depleted and exhausted. we have to take out ISIS and we will do it with others
i was always against the war in Iraq. Its a disaster. But way BO got us out of that was catastrophic. I’ve been saying “keep the oil”
Q: Could you get Saudis and Egyptians to fight?
they will have to. but they have not proven to be great fighters.
Jordan, he is a terrific person with a wonderful family
we shouldn’t send our people over there
we have spent probably 4 trillion in the Middle East - we need to get back to rebuilding our country
Q: World has gotten free ride from US in NATO.
Wealthy countries have gotten a free ride. we are paying a disproportional cost with NATO. we are protecting these countries. they are delinquent and not paying what they should or not at all.
On May 2, 2016, at 11:39 AM, Berns, Jeremy
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tonight @seanhannity
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Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2016 8:50 PM
To: Comm_D
Subject: Video Request: Fox Business
Corey Lewandowski is on
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5/4/2016 NATIONAL VIDEO REPORT
CBS
This Morning
There was a report about Sen. Ted Cruz suspending his campaign after losing to Donald Trump in the Indiana primary. [Watch
]
There was an interview with Reince Priebus. [Watch
]
There was a report about Sen. Bernie Sanders beating Sec. Hillary Clinton in the Indiana primary. The report also discussed the Democratic response to Donald Trump being the presumptive nominee. [Watch
]
John Dickerson and Peggy Noonan discussed Donald Trump winning the Indiana primary and being the presumptive nominee. [Watch
]
Bob Woodward discussed Sen. Ted Cruz suspending his campaign, Donald Trump being the presumptive nominee, and the negative perceptions of Trump and Sec. Hillary Clinton. [Watch
]
CBS Evening News with Scott Pelley
There was a report about Sen. Ted Cruz attacking Donald Trump after Trump accused Rafael Cruz of being involved with the JFK assassination. [Watch
]
There was a report about the Indiana primary and Sec. Hillary Clinton apologizing for her comments on coal. [Watch
]
Bob Schieffer criticized the tone of the 2016 campaign. [Watch
]
ABC
Good Morning America
There was a report about Sen. Ted Cruz suspending his campaign after losing to Donald Trump in the Indiana primary. [Watch
]
There was an interview with Donald Trump. [Watch
]
There was a report about Sen. Bernie Sanders beating Sec. Hillary Clinton in the Indiana primary. [Watch
]
Jon Karl and Matthew Dowd discussed a potential general election matchup between Sec. Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump, noting that electoral polling shows that Trump is at a serious disadvantage going in to the general election. [Watch
]
ABC World News with David Muir
There was a report about Sen. Ted Cruz attacking Donald Trump after Trump accused Rafael Cruz of being involved with the JFK assassination. The report also included a brief interview with Rafael Cruz. [Watch
]
There was a report about the Indiana Democratic primary and Sec. Hillary Clinton shifting her focus to the general election. [Watch
]
NBC
Today
There was a report about Sen. Ted Cruz suspending his campaign after losing to Donald Trump in the Indiana primary, also discussing the results of the Indiana Democratic primary and Trump's attacks on Sec. Hillary Clinton. [Watch
]
There was an interview with Donald Trump. [Watch
]
There was a report about Sen. Bernie Sanders beating Sec. Hillary Clinton in the Indiana primary. [Watch
]
Chuck Todd, Nicolle Wallace, and Steve Kornacki discussed Donald Trump being the presumptive nominee. [Watch
]
NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt
There was a report about Sen. Ted Cruz attacking Donald Trump after Trump accused Rafael Cruz of being involved with the JFK assassination. The report also included exclusive audio of Rafael Cruz responding to the accusation. [Watch
]
CNN
New Day
There was a report on the results from the Indiana primary last night. [6:00
, 8:00
]
There was a report on if the Republican Party can unite with Donald Trump as the nominee. [Watch
]
There was an interview with Sam Clovis. [Watch
]
There was an interview with Reince Priebus. [Watch
]
There was an interview with Jeff Weaver. [Watch
]
MSNBC
Morning Joe
There was an interview with Donald Trump. [Watch
]
John Meacham said: "This is like the hijacking of an airplane but the passengers are for the hijacker" about Donald Trump being the presumptive nominee. [Watch
]
Hallie Jackson reported on Sen. Ted Cruz suspending his campaign. [Watch
]
Eugene Robinson said Sen. Ted Cruz can't endorse Donald Trump after calling him a pathological liar. [Watch
]
Sam Stein discussed the inconsistences of Donald Trump's comments on his position on the Iraq War. [Watch
]
Joe Scarborough said: "I don't see how he [Donald Trump] gets above Mitt Romney's 27% with the Latino vote. If he can't do that, how does he win?" [Watch
]
There was a discussion on divides within the Republican Party as Donald Trump nears closer to becoming the nominee. [Watch
]
FOX
Fox and Friends
There was an interview with Donald Trump. [Watch
]
There was an interview with one of Donald Trump's foreign policy advisor, Sebastian Gorka. [Watch
]
There was a recap of the Indiana primary. Steve Dooce said Donald Trump presented a more measured tone in his victory speech last night. There was also a discussion of many prominent Republicans who are still saying they will not support Trump. [6 AM
, 8 AM
]
There was a report on Sen. Bernie Sanders's win in Indiana and Sec. Hillary Clinton's damage control over comments on coal mining. The report noted that Sanders supporters have said they may write in Sanders if Clinton is the nominee. [Watch
]
There was a discussion of Indiana exit polling that showed 92% of voters are worried about the party, which Lee Carter said should worry Sec. Hillary Clinton because she is seen as an extension of President Barack Obama's presidency and economy. [Watch
]
There was a report on how protests against Donald Trump are likely to increase with him becoming the presumptive nominee. Fox called the protests "leftist violence." [Watch
]
There was a panel discussion on whether Donald Trump could win some typically Democratic states. [Watch
]
There was an interview with Herman Cain. [Watch
]
There was a discussion of whether Donald Trump will be able to bring the Republican party together. Steve Dooce Trump has a history of creating jobs while Sec. Hillary Clinton's record includes supporting trade deals that have hurt jobs. [Watch
]
UNIVISIÓN
¡Despierta América!
There was a report on the results of the Indiana presidential primary, focusing on Sen. Ted Cruz's suspension of his campaign. [Watch
]
There was a report on President Barack Obama's visit to Flint, MI. [Watch
]
There was a discussion on the results of the Indiana presidential primary, focusing on Sen. Ted Cruz's suspension of his campaign. [Watch
]
Noticiero Univisión: Edición Nocturna
There was a report on the results of the Indiana presidential primary, focusing on Sen. Ted Cruz's suspension of his campaign. [Watch
]
Noticias Washington
There was a report on the results of the Indiana presidential primary, focusing on Sen. Ted Cruz's suspension of his campaign. [Watch
]
Noticiero Univisión
There was a report on Donald Trump's allegation that Rafael Cruz was involved in President John F. Kennedy's assassination. [Watch
]
TELEMUNDO
Un Nuevo Día
There was a report on the results of the Indiana presidential primary, focusing on Sen. Ted Cruz's suspension of his campaign. [Watch
]
Noticiero Telemundo
The ninth circuit court ruled in favor of Sheriff Joe Arpaio, lifting a ban on workplace raids looking for undocumented immigrants in Arizona. No raids will be allowed immediately as the case is being appealed. [Watch
]
FUSION
America With Jorge Ramos
There was an interview with Gov. Terry McAuliffe. [Watch
]
FBN
Mornings with Maria
Dr. Ben Carson sat down for an interview. [Watch
]
Rep. Peter King sat down for an interview. [Watch
]
Rep. Ron Paul sat down for an interview. [Watch
]
PBS
PBS NewsHour
There was a segment on the state of the upcoming Democratic and Republican primaries. [Watch
]
There was a political panel discussing the state of the 2016 Republican and Democratic primaries. [Watch
]
ENTERTAINMENT
ABC
Jimmy Kimmel Live
Jimmy Kimmel talked about Donald Trump's victory and the state of Ted Cruz's campaign in Indiana. [Watch
]
NBC
The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon
Jimmy Fallon talked about the state of the 2016  Republican primary. [Watch
]
Late Night with Seth Meyers
Seth Meyers talked about the state of the of the 2016 Democratic and Republican primaries [Watch
]
CBS
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
There was a segment on the state of the 2016 Indiana Republican primary. [Watch
]
The Late Late Show with James Corden
There was a segment on the state of the 2016 Indiana Republican primary. [Watch
]
Comedy Central
The Daily Show
There was a segment on the state of the Republican primaries. [Watch
]
There was a political panel discussing the state of the 2016 Republican primaries. [Watch
]
The Nightly Show
There was a segment on the state of the 2016 Republican primary. [Watch
]
There was a segment on Voter ID laws. [Watch
]
There was a political panel discussing the state of the 2016 Democratic and Republican primaries. [Watch
]


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On May 16, 2016, at 11:19 AM, Paustenbach, Mark
> wrote:
Reince Priebus tells Hugh Hewitt, “there has to be diversity on the ballot” as it relates to Trump’s potential Vice President pick. Trump campaign will “take their time and do it right”.

Mark Paustenbach
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From: Miranda, Luis
Sent: Thursday, May 05, 2016 11:14 AM
To: RR2
Subject: FOR QUICK REVIEW: DWS ON CINCO
This has the Chair's approval:
For Immediate Release
5 de Mayo del 2016
DNC Chair Statement in Honor of Cinco de Mayo
Washington, D.C - DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz released the following statement today in honor of Cinco de Mayo:
"Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Battle of Puebla in 1862, when a ragtag band of Mexican fighters and workers held back the French Army despite being both out-manned and out-gunned. More than 150 years later, the celebration of Cinco de Mayo represents more than the spirit of resilience and determination that carried that day. Cinco de Mayo is a date that speaks to the intrinsic and close ties between the United States and Mexico.
"Cinco de Mayo celebrations were made popular in California, a reflection of the reality that Mexican-Americans have been a part of our history since before our nation's founding. From the Mexican-Americans who gave rise to great cities like Los Angeles and San Antonio, to those who enrich our country every single day in education, medicine, engineering, sports, agriculture, and in our military, their role in the American landscape has made our country stronger. What Republicans don't get, as they proved today by leaving out mentions of being a welcoming country in their Cinco de Mayo statement, is that Mexican-Americans are not only immigrants but rather a far larger share are Americans - some with families going back generations -- centuries -- within our borders.
"So as we celebrate a day that reminds us of our shared history, cultural and familial ties, the Democratic Party reaffirms our commitment to exemplifying the values that made America great, and to continuing to fight every single day to ensure our country remains inclusive, while expanding opportunities for all. We celebrate our diversity, and we're proud that our Party and our convention will reflect that.
"That Donald Trump became his Party's presumptive nominee on the eve of Cinco de Mayo is fitting, a reminder of just how wrong his divisive and hateful rhetoric has been since the very first day of his campaign. Today is a reminder that Dangerous Donald would threaten America's relationships with our closest allies, and make our communities less safe. Like the brave souls that day in Puebla a century and a half ago, we must show the spirit and determination every single day between now and November 8th to defeat Trump and his Republican Party in November, and ensure our country continues to live up to our history and our values."
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[SigDems]
Luis Miranda, Communications Director
Democratic National Committee
202-863-8148 - MirandaL@dnc.org
- @MiraLuisDC


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**HAPPENING SOON** Today at 1:00pm:
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) will hold a press call today at 1:00pm responding to comments by the presumptive Republican nominee that he would nominate judges who would undermine Roe v. Wade.  Senate Republicans should do their job and move forward with the process to confirm Merrick Garland.
WHAT: Senators Hold Press Call Responding to Comments from Presumptive Republican Nominee That His SCOTUS Nominee Would Undermine Roe v. Wade
WHO: U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI), U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA)
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Subject: *MEDIA ADVISORY* TOMORROW, May 12th at 2:30 PM ET: DNC and Virginia Democrats to Host Press Call on Voting Rights Restoration in Virginia
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May 11, 2016
Contact: DNC Press – 202-863-8148
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TOMORROW, May 12th at 2:30 PM ET: DNC and Virginia Democrats to Host Press Call on Voting Rights Restoration in Virginia
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Assistant Democratic Leader Congressman James Clyburn, Congressman Bobby Scott and local voting rights advocate
Terry Garrett will discuss the racist impact of the felony disenfranchisement law in Virginia.
WHO: Assistant Democratic Leader Congressman James Clyburn
Congressman Bobby Scott
Terry Garrett, Virginia voting rights advocate
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TRANSCRIPT
[MUSIC PLAYING]
IMUS: Please welcome to the program the man who is going to be the Republican nominee for President Donald Trump. Good morning Mr. Trump
TRUMP: Hello Don.
IMUS: First of all congratulations
TRUMP: Hey look it has been amazing; I was just thinking when I was waiting. How long have I been doing your show with Bernard and the whole group? Bernard is a big star now with the O'reilly stuff-you know that right?
IMUS: Yes I do know that.
TRUMP: How long have I been doing this show Don?
IMUS: 35 years.
TRUMP: This was not supposed to be in the cards what we are doing now, but we need to keep it going that is all that it is.
IMUS: So now you have to raise by your own estimation of $1.5 billion to run. Where is that money going to come from?
TRUMP: Well I will put in some, but I am going but you know we are going to raise a lot of money with the party. You know we have a really good relationship. You know we are having a meeting tomorrow with Paul Ryan who is a really good person by the way.
[00:59:06]
Who loves the country. Who loves the party and loves the country. So I think that will be good we are going to raise a lot of money for the party and I think that the number would be probably a billion not a billion five. You know I spend money less, I am a little less on the spending. You know I spent so far like $38 million 40 million which is a lot of money but Jeb Bush $230 and you know we spend actually less than everybody else and I am in first place. So that is a good thing, I think I know how to spend it. Maybe that is why people like me as President; right?
IMUS: So if you put yourself in a position to take money from people or organizations or industries. Are they going to expect something?
TRUMP: Well look they are going to pay any money to the party. I don't want to take money. The party will take the money. The party wills supporting me and other people--many other people. And I am going to continue to fund also my own stuff.
[2:00:00]
TRUMP: The party will be uhh I think raising a lot of money, hopefully raising a lot of money. Plus they will also be spending the money on Senator's and other people that are running for office.
IMUS: And this meeting you are going to have Paul Ryan tomorrow. How does that work? Do you show up with your posse and he has his? Do you all get in a room or is it just you and him? Or what happens?
TRUMP: Well, I mean I am going to go and I am going to see and we will meet and you know I do not know Paul. I met him one time. I like him, I think he has is a good man and I really think you know probably we will come out with something that will be good. I hope. Otherwise, I will just go on the path I continued on.
IMUS: Do you envision there will be a point tomorrow--I know you said no. Do you think there will be a point tomorrow where it will be just you and Paul in a room tomorrow?
TRUMP: That I do not know. I think it might be. But I do not mind. He probably has a couple people he feels comfortable with and I do.
[2:58:00]
TRUMP: So it is that way or maybe Paul and I. You know I think maybe more than anything else we need to get to know each other. He knows every other candidate you know they are politicians. He does not know me. And so I think maybe to a certain extent he wants to get to know me a little bit and I can understand that. We will just have to see how it plays out. I think it is going to play out well and if it does not you will be the first to know.
IMUS: You should walk in and offer him the VP spot. To throw him off.
TRUMP: Yeah, well I think number one he would not want it. He is doing a good job where he is. That is not any easy one to fill. That was a tough deal. The whole speaker thing was a tough deal. But you know I expect it is going to be certainly interesting and I think it will probably go well.
IMUS: Mike Tyson famously said everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.
TRUMP: One of the great lines in history, I agree.
IMUS: So do you think that uhh I may--Bill and Hillary particularly Hillary Clinton say they have a plan and the plan was to try and get Bernie to run as expected to do so to get some opposition and they were going into the fall facing Jeb Bush and here you come. They do not appear to--do you think they are prepared for you?
TRUMP: Well I think they are prepared but I am running a campaign where we are going to make great trade details. She cannot do that. We are going to strengthen up our military. You know our military is decimated. With all of the cuts and all of the other things but look you just look at the way she has handled all of the different things--Libya what a disaster with the Benghazi-everything. You look at so many things she has handled so bad. We are going to strengthen trade, we are going to strengthen borders. We are going to do things she wants to abolish the second amendment. Essentially she wants to abolish the second amendment take everybody's guns away. I think that is a very bad issue for her. You know she has got it.
[5:04:05]
TRUMP: She has that issue. So I think we are going to do great but very big for me is going to be trade. Very big for me is going to be cutting waste and all of these countries we defend are ripping us off like you would not believe. The numbers are astronomical.
IMUS: Do you think you are going to walk in the Oval office and discover have you thought about this you discover there are a lot of things you want to do or thought you could do that you may not be able to do? Or may not be that easy?
TRUMP: I will find some of that, but you know for a long time I have been involved in politics for the highest level for a long time. Just not on this time. I understand how it works. I think I will be able to do a lot of things. Obama cannot do things. Obama he resorted to just signing executive orders all over the place. I mean Obama has never how often do you see when everyone agrees.
[5:57:02]
TRUMP: When was the last time you saw a vote where everybody agrees about something? It does not seem like it even happens. You think about it is a level of hatred in Washington between Republicans and Democrats is unbelievable. And I remember ten years ago, twenty years ago certainly during Reagan where the Republicans Democrats fought but they got along a good example would be Tip O'Neil and Ronald Regan. But today the hatred they have for each other is unbelievable.
IMUS: Talk about taxes there is a redefining what you meant about raising taxes on wealthy people. But my question for you is: how do you economically describe the middle-class what level of income in your view represents the middle class.
TRUMP: Well I tell you one way to describe them is the people that have been absolutely disenfranchised in this country because honestly I mean what has happened with people that you would think of in terms of people in middle class that definition changes all the time.
[7:01:04]
TRUMP: You really have if you think of middle-class you know different people in different cities. For instance in New York City a person that is middle-class is like a rich person in other parts of the country. You understand in terms of money, but the person in the other parts of the country may live much better because it is so expensive to live in New York and other places. But the people of the middle-class in this country have been absolutely killed not only with taxes with every other thing. Their jobs have been taken away they have not had a pay raise in eighteen years. Effectively a pay raise in 18 years. I think that is one of the things and one of the reasons I am doing well, because I am going to change this stuff. You know their jobs have been taken away their companies have left for Mexico. China has taken so many of the jobs. Japan all these countries have taken our jobs away. And I know how to stop it. And they know I know how to stop it. And you know when I have these rallies Don--I have 20...25 thousand people at some of these rallies and sometimes much more than that.
[7:59:07]
TRUMP: I talk about how we stop it. And everybody understands it. Everybody agrees, you know when they take out companies there has to be consequences. We cannot just let it keep going like this. Because what Mexico has done to this and what they are doing to us is incredible. Carrier air-condition just left. They are just leaving for Mexico right now. Ford is building plants in Mexico. I mean our jobs are being taken away. We are not going to have any jobs left.
IMUS: Talk with Donald Trump on the Imus program. Gentlemen who has been a friend of mine for a number of years--when you were talking about him not being an American hero and not liking people who were captured he in fact as you know was shot down flying a fighter jet over north Vietnam in that manner and he has said he does not want an apology from you personally but he thinks you ought to apologize to the tens of thousands of POWS we were captured by no fault of their own.
[9:04:08]
TRUMP: Well I have actually done that Don and you know frankly I like John McCain and John McCain is a hero. Also heroes are people that are you know whether they get caught or do not get caught. They are all heroes as far as I am concerned and that is the way it should be.
IMUS: So do you regret saying that?
TRUMP: I don't you know I like not to regret anything. I mean you know you say things uhhh what I said frankly uhh is what I said. And you know some people like what I said. If you want to know the truth. You know there are many people that like what I said. After I said that my poll numbers went up seven points. I mean you know.
IMUS: No I understand that.
TRUMP: You understand that. I mean some people like what I said, but I like John McCain and in my eyes John McCain is a hero. John McCain is a good guy.
IMUS: So in my view and one of the uhhh things that I said about you even though I never said I would vote for him or not vote for him.
[10:05:01]
IMUS: But that that a guy who got three or four deferments to keep you from going to Vietnam probably should not be characterizing people like John McCain. Do you think?
TRUMP: Well I understand. Well I had student I had you know I was going to college I had student deferment.
IMUS: No I understand.
TRUMP: I also got a great lottery number which I think was 356 which is out of uhh you know I guess I do not know what the final number but it was one of the low numbers so I got.
IMUS: Well I tell people that I was in the Marine Corps. I said I was in the jungles of Vietnam killing the Cong' when in fact I pled the bugle in the band at Camp [INAUDIBLE].
TRUMP: I understand that. And I do feel that, you know one of the reasons I was very much involved in building the Vietnam Memorial in New York-- as you know you probably remember to this day, people that fought in Vietnam are always thanking me for that.
[10:58:05]
TRUMP: I did that because I really wanted to do something you know I wanted to do something. But I did I had student deferments. I had a good draft number and uhhh you know so frankly I am very you know I feel fine about it the Vietnam War was a war that was a mistake. It was a big big mistake. A horrible mistake. Just like Iraq was a mistake. You know these people we have leading us make a lot of money from that.
IMUS: Uhh, Don junior is a marvelous I want to offer you your son and Ivana have played a fairly significant role in your campaign to your benefit probably. So my question is there a role for them in your admiration should you get elected?
TRUMP: Well I do not think so. I think there is a little thing called nepotism which maybe is not a good.
IMUS: Well  Kennedy's brother was attorney General.
[11:57:04]
TRUMP: Well you are right. You are right that is exactly right but they are fantastic people. They are wonderful kids. I will always call them kids. They will always be my kids. Your boy is always going to be your child. But no matter how old he is it is one of those things. But I will say that uhh they are doing really well they will be running the business cause I will not have anything to do with the business anymore. They will be running the business and they will do a good job and you know probably do a good job. Ivana is another one she has been fantastic. It has been great.
IMUS: Let me get this final question. President Obama is going to have to tread on uhh a fairly tenuous tight rope while discouraging uhh a nuclear proliferation in the world. He also has to not apologize for Hiroshima. What do you think he should do?
TRUMP: Well number one he should not apologize. There was a war and you know a lot of...
IMUS: I do not think he is going to.
[12:57:01]
TRUMP: Yeah I hope he does not. He should not. He is going there does not bother me because it really shows the tremendous you know power of nuclear. You know it reminds people of this single biggest threat to the world in my opinion. Nuclear. Not global warming--nuclear. You know Obama said global warming. I think he going there is absolutely fine. He should not apologize in anyway shape or form, but it does show the fact that you know this nuclear proliferation is a disaster. And by the way the Iran Deal does nothing to solve this problem as you know.
IMUS: So 16 down one to go.
TRUMP: Yeah 16 down one to go. It is great to talk to you Don. You just keep up the good work ok?
IMUS: Donald Trump on the program.
[MUSIC PLAYS]
[14:02:05]
From: Sarge, Matthew
Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 10:30 AM
To: Comm_D
Cc: DJTspeaks@hillaryclinton.com
Subject: Trump on Imus in the Morning
h/t Matt
Listen here
See exchange on POWs and McCain
-          TRUMP: "Some people like what I said, to know the truth. There are many people who like what I said. After I said that, my poll numbers went up seven points."
Trump on Imus in the Morning:
We will raise a lot of money. $1 billion or $1.5 billion.
-          I spend less than anybody else
-          I know how to spend it. Maybe that's why people like me
Putting yourself in a position to take money from people and groups that will expect things?
-          "Well they are really paying-any money  is going to be paid to the party. So I'm not taking money, but the party will take money, and the party will support me and other people."
-          The party will also be spending on Senators, etc.
Meeting with Paul Ryan? Just you and him? Or Staff?
-          Don't know him. Only met him one time
-          "Might be" just him and I. But he probably has a few people that he feels comfortable having
-          He probably wants to get to know me a little bit
You should offer him VP slot to throw him off
-          He wouldn't want it
-          Speaker slot was already hard enough to fill
Tyson said "everybody has a plan until they get punched." Clintons didn't expect Bernie challenge. Are they prepared?
-          HRC can't make great trade deals
-          Libya, Benghazi were a disaster. So many things she handled so badly
-          She wants to abolish the 2nd amendment. She essentially wants to abolish the 2nd amendment and take guns away
-          I will eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse. Other countries are ripping us off
When you get to Oval Office, will you find that things are harder to get done than expected?
-          There will be some of that.
-          But I've been involved in politics at the highest level for a long time, just not on this side
-          Obama can't get things done
What level of income represents the middle class?
-          One way to describe is people that have been absolutely disenfranchised
-          Different levels in different places
-          In NYC, middle class person would be considered wealthy in other cities
-          Have to be consequences for companies leaving
John McCain wants apology for the POWs?
-          I've actually done that
-          I like John McCain. McCain is a hero.
-          All POWs are heros, whether or not they are captured
Do you regret saying that [about McCain]?
-          "I like not to regret anything"
-          "What I said, frankly, is what I said. Some people like what I said, to know the truth. There are many people who like what I said. After I said that, my poll numbers went up seven points."
Someone who avoided draft through deferments shouldn't say that?
-          College deferments. Great lottery numbers
-          I do feel bad... that's why I was involved in building Vietnam memorial in NY
-          Vietnam War was a mistake. Just like Iraq
Family's role in your campaign. Role in your administration?
-          Probably not
-          A little thing called nepotism that is not very good
-          They will be running the business
Obama going to Hiroshima.
-          He should not apologize.
-          His going there does not bother me
-          Reminds people of the tremendous power of nuclear
-          Should not apologize in any way, shape, or form


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From: Miranda, Luis
Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2016 10:39 PM
To: Comm_D
Subject: AUDIO REQUEST; DWS on CBS radio right now with Dan Raviv
[SigDems]
Luis Miranda, Communications Director
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202-863-8148 - MirandaL@dnc.org
- @MiraLuisDC


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From: Paustenbach, Mark
Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2016 6:45 PM
To: RR2
Subject: FOR REVIEW: Exit Polls Continue to Show Democratic Unity
SL: Exit Polls Continue to Show Democratic Unity
Exit polls
from last week's New York primary forecast a troubling sign for Republicans: seven in ten New York Democrats said they were energized by the primary process, while six in ten New York Republicans said the primary had divided their party.
This Democratic enthusiasm is not only found in New York. See tonight's contests...
WATCH
These numbers are further evidence that Republicans are being torn apart by divisive candidates and an ugly primary process. Democratic voters are proud of their candidates, and it shows every time they go to the polls across the country. Whether they vote for Senator Sanders or Secretary Clinton, Democrats are expressing their support for a candidate they respect and admire, and will come together for whomever is the nominee in November.


Bernie is being disingenuous with this claim.
The ads and the mail generate money into HVF.   The amounts raised  would primarily come back in small dollar contributions.   Those would have been allocated to HFA.   ALL expenses (including ad and mail costs) for HVF get thrown in one big bucket and then allocated to each participating entity based on the amount received by each entity.   So the cost for the ads and mail would be allocated to HFA because the money they generate would generally be small dollar and under the $2,700 cap.
From: Miranda, Luis
Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 5:41 PM
To: Dacey, Amy; Brad Marshall
Cc: Paustenbach, Mark
Subject: FW: joint victory fund
Hey Brad, see below from McClatchy, Sanders is claiming the money from HVF has already been spent on ads and direct mail for Hillary and so can’t go to the DNC or state parties… Can we debunk?
[SigDems]
Luis Miranda, Communications Director
Democratic National Committee
202-863-8148 – MirandaL@dnc.org
- @MiraLuisDC
From: Kumar, Anita
Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 5:36 PM
To: Miranda, Luis; Paustenbach, Mark
Subject: joint victory fund
Sanders campaigns says:
"In fact we can see from her FEC-tracked disbursements exactly where the remaining money has gone. It has gone straight to advertisements and direct mail campaigns for Hillary. The money can't eventually go to the DNC and state parties because it has already been spent."
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White House Correspondent
McClatchy Newspapers
202-383-6017 (office)
202-304-9868 (cell)
akumar@mcclatchydc.com
Twitter: @anitakumar01


For Planning Purposes
April 27, 2016
Contact: DNC Press – 202-863-8148
*MEDIA ADVISORY*
TODAY at 4:15 PM ET/1:15 PM PT: Senator Barbara Boxer, Chairman Xavier Becerra, and DNC Communications Director Luis Miranda Host Press Call on GOP’s Dangerous Ideas Ahead of the California GOP Convention
Today, United States Senator Barbara Boxer, House Democratic Caucus Chairman Xavier Becerra, and DNC Communications Director Luis Miranda will be hosting a press call ahead of the California GOP Convention taking place this weekend, where the three remaining Republican presidential candidates are scheduled to speak. The fact of the matter is that Donald Trump, Ted Cruz, and John Kasich are all completely out-of-touch with Californians. They oppose increasing the minimum wage, ensuring paid sick leave for workers, reforming our country’s broken immigration system, a woman’s right to make her own health care decisions, and they want to repeal the Affordable Care Act, which has allowed more than 4 million Californians to gain quality, affordable health care coverage they previously didn’t have. Simply put, we cannot afford to give any one of them the keys to the White House.
WHO: United States Senator Barbara Boxer, House Democratic Caucus Chairman Xavier Becerra, and DNC Communications Director Luis Miranda
WHAT: Press call on the GOP’s Dangerous Ideas Ahead of the California GOP Convention
WHEN: TODAY, April 27th, at 4:15 PM ET/1:15 AM PT
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Radio: Part One
, Part Two
From: Bennett, Eric
Sent: Friday, April 29, 2016 12:25 PM
To: Video_D
Subject: Video Request: Pence endorses Cruz
Can we pull the video version that aired on the networks, please? Not sure who carried most of it.
From: Bennett, Eric
Sent: Friday, April 29, 2016 12:23 PM
To: Miller, Lindsey
Cc: Comm_D
Subject: RE: Video Request: Possible Pence endorsement?
Very tepid endorsement for Cruz. Pence went out of his way to praise Trump. He also didn't urge the people of Indiana to vote for Cruz and said that he's for "anybody" but Hillary/Bernie.
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Pence on Cruz endorsement:
This is an exciting time for Indiana-to have candidates travel across the state. I'm grateful that all the candidates are coming through the state.
This is a time for choosing. I like and respect all three Republican candidates. I particularly want to commend Trump who has given voice to the frustration of millions of America. I'm grateful that Trump has taken a stance on Hossier jobs-Carrier.
I'm not against anybody, but I will be voting for Cruz in the Republican primary.
On why he's supporting Cruz, Pence said he's a Reagan conservative. Goes on to talk about his admiration for Reagan. I tend to support men and women who support Regan principles. Calls Cruz a conservative.
Pence: I'm very impressed to Ted Cruz's knowledge and devotion to the constitution. Also highlights his support for the sanctity of life.
Pence: Cruz has shown the courage of his convictions. Not a popular thing to take on the leadership of his own party. Whoever wins the nomination, I'm going to work my heart out for them.
Pence: "I'm for anybody" but Hillary and Bernie Sanders.
From: Bennett, Eric
Sent: Friday, April 29, 2016 10:50 AM
To: Miller, Lindsey
Cc: Comm_D
Subject: RE: Video Request: Possible Pence endorsement?
Per Fox news. CBNC and other reporters also tweeting
Pence to endorse Cruz for president

Indiana Republican Gov. Mike Pence plans to endorse Ted Cruz for president on Friday, Fox News has learned.
The announcement, expected during an upcoming radio interview, comes ahead of the state's critical primary next week.
Texas Sen. Cruz did not publicly confirm the endorsement when asked by reporters Friday morning, but praised Pence's leadership of the state.
From: Bennett, Eric
Sent: Friday, April 29, 2016 9:30 AM
To: Miller, Lindsey
Cc: Comm_D
Subject: Video Request: Possible Pence endorsement?
Thanks for flagging, Lindsey!
On Apr 29, 2016, at 9:20 AM, Miller, Lindsey
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*         Called Loretta Lynch's comparison to the civil rights marches "irresponsible"
*         Said far left pushed this issue by passing a bathroom law in Charlotte, not the right
*         Says Congress needs to "revisit the 1964 Civil Rights Act"
From: Brinster, Jeremy
Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 4:38 PM
To: Research_D
Subject: Video Request: Pat McCrory on CNN
Being the worst


To confirm: You’re not going to Cinco de Mayo? Just double checking.
On May 4, 2016, at 11:30 AM, Miranda, Luis
> wrote:
I can do it.
Luis Miranda, Communications Director
Democratic National Committee
202-863-8148 – MirandaL@dnc.org
- @MiraLuisDC
From: Manriquez, Pablo
Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 11:29 AM
To: Miranda, Luis; Paustenbach, Mark; Walker, Eric
Cc: Palermo, Rachel
Subject: Request - Luis or Mark//MSNBC//TOMORROW
WHO: Mark or Luis with Thomas Roberts
WHAT: One on one live interviewing focused on the state of the race (MSNBC to send specific topics tomorrow morning).
WHEN: Tomorrow, 5 May, 130 or 230PM EST
WHERE: DNC Studio or 400 North Capitol
Rach: Vamos al calendario...I assume Luis will be at White House during this block? If so, Mark — ya want it?
Begin forwarded message:
From: "Oliver, Justin1 (NBCUniversal)"
>
Subject: RE: 1pm or 2pm ET
Date: May 4, 2016 at 11:19:54 AM EDT
To: "Manriquez, Pablo"
>
Let me know if Luis or Mark could do tomorrow at 130pm or 230pm ET tomorrow.
Thanks!
From: Oliver, Justin1 (NBCUniversal)
Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 11:14 AM
To: 'Manriquez, Pablo'
Subject: RE: 1pm or 2pm ET
Let me check on Luis and Mark. Would the congresswoman be available on Friday?
From: Manriquez, Pablo
Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 11:11 AM
To: Oliver, Justin1 (NBCUniversal)
Subject: Re: 1pm or 2pm ET
Hi Justin,
Great to connect. Sadly she will be on an airplane at that time. Can I offer you Luis Miranda or Mark Paustenbach (DNC Comms Director and DNC National Press Secretary, resp) to sit for the segment in her stead? They’d both be out of DC tomorrow.
Thanks!
Pablo
On May 4, 2016, at 11:04 AM, Oliver, Justin1 (NBCUniversal)
> wrote:
Hi,
I just wanted to check in and see if the Congresswoman could join us tomorrow, May 5th during the 1pm with Craig Melvin or 2pm hour with Erica Hill. If you have  any questions please don’t hesitate to ask. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Best,
Justin
Justin Oliver
Booking Producer
MSNBC News
Work: 212-664-7106
Cell: 718-213-6140
Justin1.Oliver@nbcuni.com
Pablo Manriquez
Democratic National Committee
Phone: 202.572.5488
Email: pablo@dnc.org
web: democrats.org
Twitter: @Pablo_DNC
Pablo Manriquez
Democratic National Committee
Phone: 202.572.5488
Email: pablo@dnc.org
web: democrats.org
Twitter: @Pablo_DNC
Pablo Manriquez
Democratic National Committee
Phone: 202.572.5488
Email: pablo@dnc.org
web: democrats.org
Twitter: @Pablo_DNC


From: Monica Biddix
Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2016 4:41 PM
To: Monica Biddix
Subject: RELEASE: National Infrastructure Week
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For Immediate Release
May 18, 2016
Contact
mbiddix@iowademocrats.org
IDP Calls on Rep. David Young to Ensure Our Safety and Invest in Our Nation’s Infrastructure
DES MOINES- This week’s observance of National Infrastructure Week provides an opportunity to re-emphasize the importance of investing in infrastructure improvements that make travel safer and boost our overall economy through job creation. Years of underfunding have thwarted necessary road and bridge repairs that would improve drivers’ safety and prevent traffic accidents.
In November 2015, Rep. David Young (IA-03) was one of only 64 members of Congress--and the only member of the Iowa delegation-- who voted against a bipartisan Highway and Transportation funding bill. It took Republicans years and years to pass the much-needed legislation due to short extensions.
“As Democrats, we recognize the urgency of repairing our nation’s decaying infrastructure. If your kitchen sink is leaking, you try to fix it immediately instead of waiting for the pipes to burst,” said IDP Chair, Dr. Andy McGuire. “We shouldn’t be playing partisan, political games with our nation’s roads and bridges. This is a public safety issue.  By investing in our infrastructure, we can save lives and create jobs that benefit working families.”
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Part two, discussing Trump foreign policy here
From: Polson, Jonathan
Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2016 6:30 PM
To: Lykins, Tyler; Comm_D
Subject: RE: Video Request: Chris Murphy on CNN
First half of interview talking DNC here
From: Lykins, Tyler
Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2016 6:14 PM
To: Comm_D
Subject: Video Request: Chris Murphy on CNN
Now. Just said he had 100% confidence in the DNC.


Kate- we need to have her call rev barber and see how they are pushing back on this.
- TP
On Apr 26, 2016, at 2:00 PM, Paustenbach, Mark
> wrote:
Washington, D.C. – Today, voting rights activists are pursuing an appeal of a U.S. District Court’s decision to uphold North Carolina’s onerous election law H.B. 589, which ushered in a spate of restrictions designed to make it harder to vote. The Democratic Party believes that voting is our most fundamental rights and is deeply committed to protecting the right to vote.
DNC Chair Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz issued the following statement in light of the new developments in North Carolina:
“While we are disappointed in the U.S. District Court for upholding North Carolina’s H.B. 589, the DNC is confident that the courts and the American people will ultimately see these laws for what they are – a cynical political ploy to make it harder for women, people of color, students, the elderly and working families to cast a ballot. These groups of voters represent the Democratic core constituency – and also represent the majority of Americans.
“North Carolina had one of the strongest rates of voter participation in the nation before H.B. 589 was signed into law. The law rolled back the early voting period, eliminated same-day registration, and imposed restrictive photo ID requirements.
“Sadly, North Carolina is joined by several other states making it harder to cast a vote. Make no mistake, this is part of a consistent and concerted effort by Republicans to silence voters who do not agree with the Republicans’ extreme agenda.
“As students at a Marquette University polling station faced two hour wait times to vote earlier this month, a Wisconsin Congressman told reporters that the state’s restrictive photo ID law would help the GOP defeat Democrats in the fall. That may explain why Republican Senator Ted Cruz recently filed an amicus brief supporting Texas’ restrictive photo ID law.
“This is nothing new from Republicans.  We all remember just four years ago when the Pennsylvania Republican House Leader announced that the state’s restrictive photo ID law was ‘gonna allow Governor Romney to win the State of Pennsylvania.’
“There is ample evidence to suggest that these GOP-backed laws are meant to silence the voices of certain segments of our society that are inconvenient to them on Election Day. While Democrats have gone to court in Arizona to reverse this culture of discrimination and disenfranchisement, Republicans are going to court to defend laws designed to decrease voter turnout – because they believe that when fewer people vote, they have a better chance of winning.
“We are fully confident that these laws, like the one passed in Pennsylvania, will ultimately be declared unconstitutional.  But our work is never finished. The DNC and Democrats across the nation will not waver in defending the right to vote – the most fundamental of all of our rights.”


Just got these from Brady Campaign. Thanks
Thank you Congresswoman Esty and Congressman Aguilar.  Both of you are glowing examples of what it means to be a leader and to truly serve the American people, and I'm privileged that I can call you allies of ours in the fight to keep guns out of dangerous hands.
Unfortunately in our Congress today there are some politicians too beholden to the corporate gun lobby. They kowtow to the industry's giants and keep violent felons, domestic abusers, and even terrorists armed to the teeth with guns.
Earlier this week Senator Chuck Schumer fulfilled a personal promise he made to the Brady Campaign by introducing Brady Bill 2.0. This bill would expand Brady background checks to all gun sales, a policy supported by 90 percent of Americans, including 84 percent of gun owners and, yes, 74 percent of National Rifle Association members.
I'll say that again, 74 percent of National Rifle Association members support expanding Brady background checks to all gun sales to keep guns out of the hands of domestic abusers, violent felons, and people with dangerous mental illnesses. There's remarkable common ground shared by the American people. It doesn't matter whether you love or hate guns, nine out of ten Americans believe we would all be safer if there weren't thousands of guns sold every day, at gun shows and online, without background checks.
But the NRA's leadership and political champions, including Wayne LaPierre, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, and Donald J. Trump, have flouted the will of NRA members to appease the gun industry.
As the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, Donald Trump has made gun violence in America a campaign trail punchline. In January, the front runner speculated that he could "stand in the middle of 5th Avenue and shoot somebody" without hurting his popularity. He has opposed expanded background checks despite the fact that they are supported by nearly three-quarters of the very same membership he'll address today.
It's interesting to me that Trump, who has branded himself as a populist candidate not beholden to any lobby or special interest group, continuously regurgitates the baseless talking points used by the corporate gun lobby and its allies in Congress.
Make no mistake: this presidential election represents a critical crossroads for this issue and for our collective safety. Lives are literally at stake. The choice between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump will be a referendum on gun violence in America - and the result will make a big difference either helping to fight or fuel the problem.
Americans agree we can't afford a President who will put lives at risk by rolling back effective, life-saving gun safety measures and advocating for a world where everyone - from convicted violent criminals to domestic abusers to terrorists - can buy guns with no questions asked.
As he prepares to address the National Rifle Association as today's keynote speaker, I challenge Donald Trump to stand by the 74% of NRA members who want expanded Brady background checks and I call on him to support Senator Schumer's recently introduced Brady Bill 2.0 that expands background checks to all gun sales.
TJ Helmstetter
Deputy Director of Regional and Specialty Media
Democratic National Committee
202.863.8022 - desk
973.464.9224 - cell
HelmstetterT@DNC.org


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From: Evan Lukaske
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Date: May 12, 2016 at 9:43:50 PM EDT
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Subject: RELEASE: Forrester Votes Against Banning Gay Conversion Therapy
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May 12, 2016
Contact: elukaske@nhdp.org
Forrester Votes Against Banning Gay Conversion Therapy
Concord, N.H. – State Senator and gubernatorial candidate Jeanie Forrester planted herself firmly on the wrong side of history today, voting against banning gay conversion therapy in New Hampshire.
“It’s unethical and frankly dangerous that Jeanie Forrester voted against banning gay conversion therapy, a harmful practice that can contribute to anxiety, depression, substance abuse and suicide among LGBT youth,” said NHDP Chair Ray Buckley. “That a candidate for governor would put her ideology before the wellbeing of her constituents is truly disturbing.”
Gay conversion therapy for minors is banned in California, New Jersey, Illinois, Oregon and the District of Columbia. And it’s not a partisan issue—two of the laws were signed by Republican Governors Bruce Rauner of Illinois and Chris Christie of New Jersey. These laws prohibit mental health professionals from subjecting LGBT minors to “therapy” practices that attempt to change their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Medical organizations such as the American Psychological Association reject gay conversion therapy. The harmful effects on LGBT youth can lead to depression, substance abuse, homelessness, anxiety and suicide.
In addition to today’s anti-LGBT vote, Forrester has also refused to condemn North Carolina’s discriminatory anti-LGBT law, even after local business leaders called on her to confirm she would not sign similar legislation
were she to be elected governor. The letter called on each of the Republican candidates—State Senator Forrester, Executive Councilor Chris Sununu, State Representative Frank Edelblut and Manchester Mayor Ted Gatsas—to denounce anti-LGBT laws and state publicly they’d veto similar legislation were they to be elected governor.
Buckley concluded, “Vote after vote, the Republican candidates are showing just how out-of-touch they are with mainstream Granite Staters.”
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Let's discuss.
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From: Dacey, Amy
Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 12:28 PM
To: Miranda, Luis
Subject: Heads up
Dws and I want to bring in SKD to talk to dws you and I about integration press plan ideas ..
I'm going to have Becca and garret to take lead on scheduling
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Reince
From: "Miller, Lindsey"
>
Date: Sunday, May 15, 2016 at 10:58 AM
To: Comm_D
>
Subject: RE: Face the Nation
Panel: Susan Page, Jamelle Bouie, Julie Pace, Michael Gerson
Is Priebus right that spokesman thing doesn’t matter?
Page: Reality is the fact he did it is not important but the fact that he is now denying it is an issue to expanding the number of people who support him. Raises question of trustworthiness.
His argument is voters like Trump.
Gerson: He is saying Trump extraordinary phenomenon. Weird positon for RNC chair. Trump gets away with things like this because he always has.
HRC has tried to make tax return attack. Profitable for her given her issues with email, etc?
Jamelle Bouie: I don’t think she does. Wrong approach. If some of rhetoric coming from HRC true and Trump unprecedented, typical attacks won’t work. Need to find a way to say sleazy and dishonest but will never be for you. All about his own personal gain. Tax returns and transparency doesn’t do it. Warren has figured I tout, HRC needs to huddle with her.
From: Miller, Lindsey
Sent: Sunday, May 15, 2016 10:52 AM
To: Comm_D
Subject: Face the Nation
Reince!
Trump served as his own spokesman. Thoughts?
(laughs, stutters) Odd but of all the things facing this country, I can assure you that will not move the electorate. HRC career politician who made millions through politics. Trump outsider who will cause earthquake in DC. All these other stories won’t move electorate.
Now that we are looking at general electorate, these stories people key on. Not impersonation but the fact he denied it even though admitted in the past.
Well, like I said, issues facing DC is efficient, accountable government. Electorate not looking at someone calling reporter 30 years ago as issue that decides campaign. Trump’s niche is turning this place upside down. They don’t think HRC is that person. HRC should be careful throwing stones in glass houses.
Tax returns, Trump said people don’t have right to see him. That’s been the standard. Should it not be anymore?
I wouldn’t be surprised if people don’t care. Trump rewritten traditional playbook. I don’t know if anyone else could have pulled this off over past year. Rules for candidates don’t apply to Trump. People want something done right this second and Trump effectively represented that. Whether taxes disclosed won’t move electorate.
Does political success change how we evaluate candidate?
Good point but look at Bill Clinton. He’s still out there running around, people still coming to see him. Real analysis is what we as a party have to do to make sure we are true to our party and true to our platform and party exists in future. Trump has been winning in  more in primary than any GOP nominee in history. Voters like him.
Third party. Should that be stopped?
I’ve heard Mitt isn’t looking at that. It’s a suicide mission because you throw out 8 years of white house, generations in Supreme Court. Suicide mission, not right and people should take Paul Ryan approach and find common ground and assurances
Paul Ryan differs on immigration, entitlements, taxes, trade, questioned his tone. What’s the basis for unity?
Agree on more than they disagree! They agree on items on Ryan’s agenda, Supreme Court, platform of GOP, abortion. Eighty percent overlap. Trump nuanced a little bit on those positions. We’ll get there, especially when choice is HRC, who lies/skirts issues/emails/Benghazi.
Panel:
Marsha Blackburn, Peter King and Chris Collins.
Collins, what is it about Trump that GOP should unify around?
Chief executive, not a career politician. Obama was a legislator and that went bad. Why I supported Trump, he was the only chief executive and his issues on trade. Other countries will try to steal our job and we need someone who will stand up and stop it.
King, congressman makes decisions on national security. That is where you criticized Trump. What made you come to support him?
King: I’m supporting nominee of the party but I still have questions on policy. Can’t explain how trade war with China works. How can he take troops out of Japan if he wants leverage over China? Concerned about romance he has with Putin. Trump has brought people into party but I want him to have coherent foreign policy before I campaign for him.
Blackburn, Reince said he is nuancing his positions. That used to be dirty word. What is your view on Trump and how he might change?
Trump has listened to the American people and shown he has heard them. They like the way he heard them and responded. I’m encouraged he is trying to find common ground. I think that’s a wonderful opportunity. You will probably see an aggressive legislative agenda under Trump, particularly in the first 100 days, which I look forward to.
Collins, immediate deportation, ban on Muslim immigrants, do you support that?
No those are not policies that I don’t support. But what hasn’t changed with him is securing border, bringing jobs home, defeating ISIS. He is reaching out to Congress, half of our committee chairs have endorsed. He is asking them for input. That is what CEO does, sets vision and hires great minds to come to decisions. Just now seeing Trump move into policy.
King, women voters. Does Trump have an issue with them?
Issue with them, I don’t know if HRC can raise it, but Trump will make his case. The average woman concerned about security. She is concerned about her kids staying alive, she saw 9/11 and never wants to see it again. She thinks Trump can protect us. If Trump can show he can protect us and be strong on economy, he can win.
Blackburn, Ryan given grief for not endorsing. Should be praised?
Ryan will move very quickly to endorse and unify. We will have dynamic campaign this fall, millions of new GOP voters. Voters know HRC is a lying, cheating, stealing type woman and Trump is a can-do man.
Robert Gates
Doesn’t know how Trump would deal with ISIS, concerns about relationship with Putin. These are policy positions that can be changed. But Trump seems to think he has all the answers and doesn’t need help. Doesn’t feel the need to surround himself with informed advisors. I worked with very different presidents and each one of those presidents understood he did not have all the answers and surrounded himself with experienced, thoughtful people who would give good advice. They would often make their own judgments but nonetheless they only acted after listening to different points of view.
Fatal flaw?
One would have to show between now and election that you were willing to listen and adjust to give a sense of confidence. I come at this from national security standpoint. I think about how will be in charge of young people in military so I want to see evidence that a person can be trusted with their lives.
Would you serve him if he asked?
Inconceivable to me. I’ll be 73.
Let’s say you were 63.
I think there would have to be a conversation with the candidate to see. When Obama asked me to stay on, we did something unusual. We had a secret meeting and I had sent him 10 questions, beginning with why he would trust me.


Thanks!
From: Simas, David
Sent: Monday, May 09, 2016 1:52 PM
To: Dacey, Amy
Cc: Miranda, Luis; Compton, Matt; Dillon, Lauren
Subject: Re: 3784 DNC Trump Deck FIN.pptx
Of course.
Lots for you to work with.
Sent from my iPhone
On May 9, 2016, at 1:51 PM, Dacey, Amy
> wrote:
Great thanks adding our research director Lauren as well to be included
Thanks
Sent from my iPhone
On May 9, 2016, at 1:44 PM, Simas, David
> wrote:
Here's the deck I previously mentioned.
Going to ask BSG to set up a briefing later in the week for you and the team.
Sent from my iPhone
Begin forwarded message:
From: "Simas, David M. M. EOP/WHO"
>
Date: May 9, 2016 at 1:41:32 PM EDT
To: "simasd@dnc.org
"
>
Subject: 3784 DNC Trump Deck FIN.pptx


For Immediate Release
April 29, 2016
Contact: DNC Press - 202-863-8148
DNC Statement
On December 18, 2015, the Democratic National Committee and Bernie 2016 appeared in United States District Court on Bernie 2016's indication that it would be seeking an injunction in the breach of contract action it filed against the DNC earlier that day. The Sanders campaign alleged that the DNC wrongfully terminated its access to the party-administered voter file system, VoteBuilder, following DNC's discovery that Sanders campaign personnel had discovered a flaw in system security and had accessed Clinton campaign proprietary score data.
The parties proceeded in the course of the hearing to settle the immediate issue before the Court. The DNC agreed to restore access to VoteBuilder by the next day, and the campaign agreed to cooperate in an independent investigation of the data breach.  The Sanders campaign also agreed as part of this investigation to assume a share of the costs of the investigation.
The DNC and the Sanders campaign agreed on the retention of CrowdStrike to conduct the investigation. Over a five-week period and the commitment to the work of 128 hours, CrowdStrike examined user activity within VoteBuilder by three Democratic Presidential campaigns: Hillary for America, Bernie 2016, and O'Malley for President.  Additionally, CrowdStrike conducted a forensic examination of two systems belonging to the Bernie 2016 campaign. The investigation sought to first identify whether any campaigns' users accessed data via the VoteBuilder system in an unauthorized fashion and then determine the nature of any unauthorized access that did occur.
The cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike has concluded the independent investigation agreed to by the DNC and Bernie 2016.  It identified evidence of unauthorized access via four user accounts from the Bernie 2016 campaign.  All unauthorized access occurred during a one-hour period from 10:41 to 11:42 EST on December 16, 2015.
During that time, the four users conducted 25 searches using proprietary Hillary for America score data across 11 states.  All of the results of these searches were saved within the VoteBuilder system, with the exception of one instance where a user exported a statistical summary of a search using HFA scoring in New Hampshire.
CrowdStrike found no evidence of unauthorized access by the Hillary for America or O'Malley for President campaigns.
Today, the Sanders campaign also voluntarily dismissed the breach of contract action pending against the DNC.
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From: Walker, Eric
Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2016 4:28 PM
To: Comm_D
Subject: VIDEO REQUEST: MSNBC just aired NRSC ad for "clintoncandidates.com"
Can we grab?
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On May 4, 2016, at 6:34 PM, Paustenbach, Mark
> wrote:
For research review
Mark Paustenbach
National Press Secretary &
Deputy Communications Director
Democratic National Committee
W: 202.863.8148
paustenbachm@dnc.org
From: Miranda, Luis
Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 6:33 PM
To: Paustenbach, Mark; Walker, Eric; Freundlich, Christina; Walsh, Tom
Subject: RE: COMMS REVIEW: “Really Rich” Trump Flip-Flops on Campaign Funding
Good.
[SigDems]
Luis Miranda, Communications Director
Democratic National Committee
202-863-8148 – MirandaL@dnc.org
- @MiraLuisDC
From: Paustenbach, Mark
Sent: Wednesday, May 04, 2016 6:32 PM
To: Miranda, Luis; Walker, Eric; Freundlich, Christina; Walsh, Tom
Subject: COMMS REVIEW: “Really Rich” Trump Flip-Flops on Campaign Funding
HL: “Really Rich” Trump Flip-Flops on Campaign Funding
SHOT:
Trump at his announcement speech
: “I’m using my own money. I’m not using the lobbyists. I’m not using donors. I don’t care. I’m really rich.”
CHASER:
Today, the day after he becomes the GOP’s presumptive nominee: Donald Trump Won’t Self-Fund General-Election Campaign