Demonstrators march in downtown Philadelphia during the 2016 Democratic National Convention.

Images of Day One at the DNC: A Rocky Start Filled with Protests

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Lee Hill
WNYC News | Jul 25, 2016

Here's are some of the sights and sounds from Day One of the Democratic National Convention.  

Bernie Sanders addresses his delegates, and gives a lukewarm endorsement of Hillary Clinton. Protesters fill the streets. 

 

Almost got knocked down by a 15-foot inflatable joint. #DNCinPHL @WNYC pic.twitter.com/vlSSPnyrG3

— Matt Katz (@mattkatz00) July 25, 2016

Pro-Bernie Protesters heft Sanders' image as they protest in Philadelphia.
(Lee Hill)

 

Protesters outside of the Democratic National Convention hold "Never Hillary" signs.
(Lee Hill)

 

A 'Blacks for Bernie' car makes its appearance at protests outside of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.
Blacks for Bernie
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