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The city thrived in the spotlight for the Democratic National Convention during a tough year for Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 26, 2024

Dick Cheney endorses Kamala Harris: A list of prominent conservatives voting blue in November

Dick Cheney and a growing list of high-profile Republicans are backing Kamala Harris, citing Trump as a threat to democracy.

Latin Times · Sep 10, 2024

Gus Walz’s unbridled emotion on the DNC stage opens the door to more understanding of neurodiversity

“That’s my dad. That’s MY DAD!” a visibly emotional Gus Walz exclaimed, with tears in his eyes, at the Democratic National Convention. It is rare to see this kind of wholesome love and admiration, especially in a public setting, from a teenager toward their parent.

The Conversation · Aug 30, 2024

Democratic National Convention Dominates Ratings Over Republican Convention

The Democratic National Convention's final evening drew higher TV ratings than the Republican convention, with speculation about Beyoncé's appearance addin...

Top News · Aug 23, 2024

Parties and grief: A stark contrast at the Democratic National Convention

As jubilant Democrats celebrated Kamala Harris, advocates bereaved by atrocities in Gaza tried to make themselves heard.

Al Jazeera · Aug 23, 2024

Riding high on DNC momentum, Kamala Harris faces a fierce fight to the finish

US presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have entered the final 10-week stretch to election day, with the Democrat surging after an electrifying speech accepting her party's nomination at the Democratic National Convention (DNC). But with some voters on the left still unconvinced, a final victory is far from…

Radio France Internationale · Aug 23, 2024

DJ Cassidy's Unconventional Playlist Wows Democratic National Convention

Discover how DJ Cassidy curated a diverse playlist for the Democratic National Convention's unconventional roll call, leaving a lasting impact on viewers.

Top News · Aug 23, 2024

Kamala Harris Supports Biden's Unrealized Gains Tax, According to Insiders

As the Democratic National Convention approaches day three, Kamala Harris's economic blueprint has leaked a surprise tax on unrealized gains.

International Business Times · Aug 23, 2024

MAGA Token Tops 55% Rally in Trump Meme Market as Election Odds Favor Republican Presidency

Donald Trump-themed memecoins like MAGA crypto are making a splash after a mid-Kamala Harris speech at the Democratic National Convention.

International Business Times · Aug 23, 2024

‘Coconut farmers for Harris,’ influencers and vertical signs – Smithsonian curators’ encounters at the Democratic National Convention

At the 2024 Democratic National Convention alongside politicians and delegates from across the country are political history curators from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, who are collecting what museum curators call “ephemera” – items that people wear, carry, hand out, display or otherwise use during the convention.

The Conversation · Aug 23, 2024