Sanders had multiple conversations with Obama ahead of decision to end campaign

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7. As expected of President Obama.

"His private counsel consistently emphasized staying focused on the ultimate goal: Winning the White House in November," the source familiar with Obama's calls tells CNN.

Obama, the source said, was impressed by the caliber of Democrats who chose to run -- and over two dozen did so. But the former president "urged them to keep in mind that we must be well-positioned to unify as a party once we have a nominee," the source said of the calls.

"While the content of those conversations remains private," the source said of Obama's calls with Sanders, "there was always agreement that winning in the fall was paramount."

Of course on Obama's side. I truly hope Sanders did agree. As soon as I see real indication (most of his base turning on him and remaining hostile paramount) I will gladly embrace a new ally against the enormous threat from the right. Past role in throwing power to Repubs not forgotten but set aside.

Btw, that base in a forum I did one of my rare visits to is furious and currently promising to "newly" oppose Democrats. Oh, please. Of course.