
Rising White House hopeful Michael Bloomberg has been taking heavy fire from fellow Democratic rivals hours ahead of a live TV debate. The forum in Nevada is the first major test for the former New York City mayor after a late entry to the race. The tycoon is under fierce attack over everything from his wealth and health to past remarks on race and gender. The eventual Democratic nominee will face President Donald Trump, a Republican, in November's election.
Main Idea: Michael Bloomberg faced sharp attacks from Democratic rivals before the Nevada TV debate as he tried to build support in the 2020 race.
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The harsh debate attacks may deepen voter division and make it harder for people to judge the candidates on policy. Bloomberg's huge ad spending also shows how wealthy candidates can shape elections more than ordinary voters or small donors.
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Central subject of the article; his campaign, spending, debate performance, and attacks from rivals drive the story.
Major rival quoted attacking Bloomberg and part of the central debate dynamics.
Named as Bloomberg's eventual general-election opponent and quoted attacking him, but not the article's main focus.
Major rival in the Democratic race whose attacks on Bloomberg are a key part of the article.
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Named debate participant and Democratic rival, included in the candidate lineup.
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Referenced because Bloomberg's ads invoke him and his administration's officials weigh in.
Sanders press secretary quoted in the health-record dispute; supporting figure.
Former Obama spokesman quoted on Bloomberg's Obama-related ads; supporting commentator.