The Democratic National Convention kicks off on Monday in Chicago, with an expected 50,000 attendees descending upon the Windy City. Amongst them are numerous anti-war protestors who plan to gather near the United Center, where Vice President Kamala Harris is set to officially accept the party’s nomination for president.
Although Harris was nominated virtually earlier this month, a ceremonial roll call vote will still take place at the convention to mimic a traditional process where state delegations announce their votes from the convention floor.
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Here’s a quick overview of the latest updates:
Trump embarks on a country-wide campaign tour in response to Harris
As the Democrats commence their convention activities in Chicago, Donald Trump’s campaign is striving to regain momentum after grappling with the presence of Vice President Kamala Harris on the opposing ticket.
Trump intends to counteract the Democratic celebrations with a packed schedule of events in key battleground states, focusing on topics where Republicans believe they have an advantage. This week marks his busiest campaign period since facing off against primary challengers during the winter months.
However, Trump’s policy speeches often morph into his traditional rally style rhetoric, detracting from his intended message with impromptu outbursts and attacks.
Protests set to accompany the start of the DNC
Large gatherings of activists are expected to convene in Chicago for protests outside the Democratic National Convention, highlighting issues such as economic inequality, reproductive rights, and the conflict in Gaza.
Despite the buzz around Vice President Kamala Harris’s nomination, activists remain unwavering in their plans to demonstrate and amplify progressive messages to top Democratic leaders.
From climate change to racial equality, these activists are advocating for a range of causes, with a primary focus on calling for an immediate cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict, which they see as their generation’s Vietnam War. With a significant Palestinian population in the Chicago area, activists from across the country are making their way to the city to participate.
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