ON POLITICS

The Democratic presidential field gathered for a first debate in Las Vegas, as the candidates and the political world continued to wait for Vice President Biden’s decision about the 2016 race.

More news from the world of politics:

CLINTON’S ONE-WORD SCORE

By all accounts, Hillary Clinton had a good night in Tuesday’s debate. How good? At one point she managed to score points with the audience with a one-word answer.

Former Rhode Island governor Lincoln Chafee was asked if he would stand by his criticism of Hillary Clinton’s use of a private email account during her tenure as secretary of State. Chafee said he stood by remarks he’s made on the campaign trail, saying “credibility is an issue.” Clinton was then asked if she wanted to respond. “No,” she said.

SANDERS PULLS IN CASH FROM EMAIL LINE

In another particularly memorable debate moment relating to Clinton’s email use, Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders was asked to weigh in. Acknowledging it “may not be great politics” to let his rival off the hook, Sanders said to Clinton, “The American people are sick and tired of hearing about your damn emails.”

Although Sanders may have given up a line of attack against Clinton, the moment wasn’t without its political benefits for him. His campaign reported that he received more than $1.3 million in the first four hours after the debate began.

BUSH ROLLS OUT HEALTH CARE PLAN

Former Florida governor Jeb Bush pitched his plan to replace Obamacare, emphasizing a greater role for states in expanding health care access. His plan stressed the expansion of health savings accounts. Democrats said the Bush plan would boost the power of insurance companies.