The Democratic National Convention kicks off Monday in Chicago, just four weeks after President Joe Biden shuttered his campaign, making way for Vice President Kamala Harris to ascend to the top of Democrats’ ticket.
Workers prepare the convention floor at United Center before the Democratic National Convention Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, in Chicago . Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-NY, stands at the podium at the Democratic National Convention at the United Center Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, in Chicago . Stephen Colbert, host of the “Late Show,” seen in character, eats a hotdog as he walks on the convention floor before the Democratic National Convention Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, in Chicago .
Harris will be on hand to watch the president’s speech. Signs in the arena will feature a regular Biden-ism: “Spread the faith.” While Harris is expected to stick around through the week’s events, ahead of her own speech, officials say Biden isn’t planning to be in Chicago past his own appearance.Protesters plan large marches and rallies as Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago
According to convention organizers, the theme for Monday’s events is “For the People,” a callback to the theme of Harris’ 2020 presidential campaign, and a phrase she’s been incorporating into her new one, starting with a fundraising email the very night Biden departed the race.
At the convention’s opening night, organizers note that speakers will aim to make the argument that, “while Donald Trump puts himself first, Democrats are fighting for the American people,” something they say is reflected in Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. In addition to the elected officials and party leaders, Democrats also plan to showcase “everyday Americans” and some performers during each night.Thousands of activists are expected to converge on Chicago, hoping to call attention to abortion rights, economic injustice and the.
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