Mr. Sanders is now keenly aware of the electoral power his loyal backers wield, and that their support for Mr. Biden could be a key factor in beating Mr. Trump. After all, it seemed briefly as if Mr. Sanders would win. After a strong showing in Iowa and a victory in New Hampshire, Mr. Sanders, then considered a front-runner, ran away with the Nevada caucuses. Sidelined by the pandemic soon after, he surrendered the race to Mr. Biden. (Mr. Sanders and his associates, by contrast, frequently note that he and Mr. Biden are friends.)

Source: New York Times August 17, 2020 06:56 UTC