VOA慢速英语:Guide to 2016 Campaign: the Democrats

scandal – n.  something that is shocking or upsetting because of behavior that is morally or legally wrong

selling point –n. a quality or feature that makes people want to buy  (or vote) for something, or someone

left –n. people with liberal ideas

fundraising –n. activity done to collect money for a political party

long-shot –n. someone who does not have a good chance of winning.