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Read Kamala Harris full speech from the Democratic National Convention

Friday, August 23 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- Kamala Harris officially accepted the Democratic nomination in the 2024 presidential election, closing out four days of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.Harris delivered remarks to the crowd of delegates and party members at the United Center Thursday, highlighting the night's "For... Read More.

DNC refuses to put Palestinian American speaker on convention stage, advocates say

Thursday, August 22 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- Outside the United Center in Chicago, while former President Bill Clinton had taken the stage on the third night of the Democratic National Convention, delegates from the uncommitted movement, whose support of Vice President Kamala Harris is contingent on her support of... Read More.

Mindy Kaling shouts out Ben Affleck at DNC convention

Thursday, August 22 by ABC News

While speaking at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago Wednesday evening, Mindy Kaling gave a shout-out to Ben Affleck, a day after Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce to end their highly publicized second chance at love.From the podium, Mindy trumpeted, "I couldn't leave here... Read More.

The Daily Show sets Democratic National Convention schedule

Monday, August 19 by ABC News

The Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture in Chicago will be hosting the Democratic National Convention beginning Monday, and The Daily Show news team will be there.Michael Kosta kicks things off Monday at 10 p.m. CT, and his special guest will be Michigan Gov.... Read More.

DNC convention to focus on lowering health care costs with Bernie Sanders speech

Monday, August 19 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- Lowering health care costs will be a central theme at the Democratic National Convention this week, campaign and convention officials said on Monday, with Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), confirmed as one notable program speaker set to focus upon the issue -- specifically... Read More.

Democrats announce themes for 4 nights of convention, including bold vision for America

Sunday, August 18 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- Vice President Kamala Harris will set out what Democratic officials are touting as a "bold vision for America's future" at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next week, as her campaign looks to maintain the momentum that has so irked former President... Read More.

5 things to watch for at the Democratic National Convention

Sunday, August 18 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- Democrats are kicking off their convention in Chicago this week to formally nominate Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to top their 2024 presidential ticket.The gathering marks an opportunity for Democrats to ride the good vibes around Harris, who... Read More.

As Chicago braces for Democratic National Convention, concerns over safety mount

Saturday, August 17 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- With more than 50,000 people estimated to descend on Chicago next week for the Democratic National Convention, the city said it is prepared to make sure the week is a success, not just for visitors, but for city residents themselves."Our plan is... Read More.

Important moment: Biden to speak at Democratic National Convention, White House says

Tuesday, August 13 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- President Joe Biden will speak at the Democratic National Convention next week in Chicago, the White House said on Monday."He's looking forward to, as he tends to do, speak directly to the American people," White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said, "talk... Read More.

Trump to be interviewed at National Association of Black Journalists convention in Chicago

Wednesday, July 31 by ABC News

(CHICAGO) -- Former President Donald Trump will be interviewed on Wednesday at the National Association of Black Journalists annual convention in Chicago.Trump will be in conversation with ABC News Senior Congressional Correspondent Rachel Scott, Fox News anchor Harris Faulkner and Semafor political reporter Kadia... Read More.

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