During the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Vice President Kamala Harris was officially nominated as the Democratic Party's candidate, marking a historic moment as the first Black woman and nominee of South Asian descent to lead the party's ticket. The convention saw thousands of Democratic delegates coming together to reaffirm their support for Harris in a celebratory roll call of states.
Prior to the convention, there were significant developments within the party, including President Joe Biden ending his campaign and endorsing Harris. This decision led to a whirlwind tour of battleground states with Harris and her new running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. Harris, accompanied by Walz, made an appearance at the convention's opening night, delivering brief remarks before watching speeches from the arena's box seats. She later returned to the stage to embrace Biden after his speech, symbolizing a transition of leadership within the party.
What was initially planned as a convention to honor Biden transformed into an event where he passed the torch to Harris. Delegates in attendance, many dressed in state-specific attire, expressed their emotions by holding signs that read “We love Joe,” with some visibly moved to tears. Biden, introduced by his daughter Ashley, also showed his emotions as he hugged her and addressed the audience.
