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Obama to bring message of hope 20 years after famous convention speech

Ex-president headlining in Chicago on Tuesday brings memories of 2004 appeal for unity that inspired Democrats

The Guardian - US · Aug 20, 2024

Thirteen Arrested During Democratic National Convention Protests In Chicago

Thirteen arrests made during DNC protests in Chicago, with ten breaching security at United Center. Charges ranged from criminal trespass to aggravated bat...

Top News · Aug 20, 2024

‘Empty words’: Advocates say Biden’s Gaza ceasefire nod at DNC falls short

US president says Palestinian rights demonstrators outside the party convention in Chicago ‘have a point’.

Al Jazeera · Aug 20, 2024

Police add fences ahead of second planned day of protests in Chicago for Democratic convention

Police have added additional security fences at a Chicago park where protesters clashed with police near the site of the Democratic National Convention ahead of a second day of planned protests Tuesday, including one outside the Israeli Consulate

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2024

OPINION - Keir Starmer's squad are at the Democratic National Convention in force — and this is why

The baggage carousels at O’Hare airport for flights from the UK this week had some intriguing folk waiting for luggage. The Democratic Party’s farewell to Joe Biden as president and coronation of Kamala Harris as candidate in Chicago has attracted key Labour figures observing the transition. Jonathan Ashworth, the former…

Evening Standard · Aug 20, 2024

Security Fences Strengthened At Democratic National Convention

Chicago swiftly enhances security at DNC after protesters breach outer perimeter. Law enforcement responds promptly to prevent escalation.

Top News · Aug 20, 2024

Democratic convention day one: Kamala delights, Hillary fights, Joe lets go

A fired-up Democratic party launched their week in Chicago by rallying around their new nominee, Kamala Harris

The Guardian - US · Aug 20, 2024

Watch: Delegates arrive at Chicago’s United Center as Obama set to speak on day two of DNC

Watch as delegates arrived at the United Center in Chicago, on the second day of the Democratic National Convention.

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2024

Democratic National Convention Defends Late Biden Speech

Criticism and debates arose over the delayed speech of President Biden at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

Top News · Aug 20, 2024

OPINION - Kamala Harris is beating Donald Trump at his own game — crowd size and enthusiasm

Democrats in Chicago were ecstatic as Kamala Harris took to the stage last night. She looked radiant — one in the eye for Donald Trump, who claimed recently that he was better looking than her. In his dreams! Harris’s first act was to praise Joe Biden. “Thank you for your…

Evening Standard · Aug 20, 2024