The second day of the Democratic National Convention kicks off with a new theme focused on “A Bold Vision for America’s Future.” Popular Democratic leaders are expected to take the stage later this evening, including former President Barack Obama, former first lady Michelle Obama and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
Second gentleman Doug Emhoff will also be among the Democrats addressing the Chicago crowd tonight, as well as at least one anti-Trump former Republican lawmaker, Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) and former Trump White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham.
Meanwhile, ahead of her Thursday DNC speech, Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will hold a rally in Milwaukee today.
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What to know:
- The first day of the Democratic National Convention, themed “For The People” included powerful and emotional speeches from Hillary Clinton, AOC, Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) and other Democratic leaders.
- Throughout the night, Democrats reminded voters what normal looks like.
- President Joe Biden closed out the night with a lengthy speech — which served as an emotional farewell and a passing of the torch to the Harriz-Walz campaign.
- “I made a lot of mistakes in my career, but I gave my best to you,” Biden said at the end of his speech, paraphrasing his favorite song. “I hope you know how grateful I am to all of you.”
- Catch up on our live coverage from Night 1 here.
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The second day of the Democratic National Convention kicks off with a new theme focused on “A Bold Vision for America’s Future.” Popular Democratic leaders are expected to take the stage later this evening, including former President Barack Obama, former first lady Michelle Obama and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
Second gentleman Doug Emhoff will also be among the Democrats addressing the Chicago crowd tonight, as well as at least one anti-Trump former Republican lawmaker, Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) and former Trump White House press secretary Stephanie Grisham.
Meanwhile, ahead of her Thursday DNC speech, Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will hold a rally in Milwaukee today.
Follow our live coverage below:
