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Deaths by gun violence continue in America, it's a holiday in U.S. territory Puerto Rico, and the Democratic Attorneys General Association promises to endorse candidates who support reproductive rights.

Former Pres. Barack Obama cautioned Democrats to be more moderate, and incumbent Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards wins over Trump-backed Republican opponent.

Former MA Gov. Deval Patrick is officially running for president, saying he can attract more Independents and moderate Republicans than other candidates.

It's World Diabetes Day, and health care, including the high cost of insulin and other drugs, is a top issue for many voters. Plus, do early states like Iowa and New Hampshire have an outsized role in the nomination process?

The Supreme Court hears DACA arguments, and likely will side with the Trump administration; but they don't take up a gun manufacturer's appeal, which means a lawsuit against the gunmaker can go through. Former SC Gov. Mark Sanford drops out of the race, and former President Jimmy Carter recovers from brain surgery.

65 years ago today, the federal government shut down Ellis Island; plus, former MA Gov. Deval Patrick might enter the Democratic primary race.

Today's Veterans Day, and of the 45 current and past presidents, 29 have been veterans. Plus, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez joined Sen. Bernie Sanders in Iowa this weekend, holding some of the biggest Iowa rallies so far this caucus season as well as a climate change summit.

Tonight's the Iowa Republican Party annual dinner; former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg throws his name in the mix; and non-career politicians support each other on Twitter.

There are barriers for people getting to the polls on election days like yesterday, and people with disabilities haven't been prioritized in Democratic debates so far.