Democratic National Convention set to kick off. What to expect
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The four-day convention’s theme is 'For the People, For Our Future' and observers say it will be a key moment for Democrats to unify the party.
Party faithful have been streaming through the Chicago airport as the Democratic National Convention kicks off on Monday following a tumultuous month for the party that saw vice-president Kamala Harris swiftly ascend to the top of the ticket.
The four-day convention’s theme is “For the People, For Our Future” and observers say it will be a key moment for Democrats to unify the party and build on recent weeks of excitement behind the Harris campaign.
President Joe Biden is scheduled to give a speech tonight that’s expected to detail the accomplishments of his administration and share how a Harris administration will continue that work.
It’s been only a few weeks since Biden removed himself from the race for president due to mounting criticism of his age and ability to win following a disastrous debate with his Republican opponent, former president Donald Trump.
Democrats quickly rallied behind the vice-president and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, who will symbolically accept the nomination following a celebratory rollcall during the convention.
Former president Barack Obama, former first lady Michelle Obama, former president Bill Clinton and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton are among the other scheduled speakers.
“Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are fighting for the American people and America’s future — Donald Trump is only fighting for himself,” said convention chair Minyon Moore in a news release Sunday.
Experts say it is unlikely speeches will go into much detail on a Harris administration’s approach to foreign policy.
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