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Joy, freedom and dumping Trump: Five takeaways from DNC Night 3
(CHICAGO) -- Day 3 of the Democratic National Convention saw the party's vice presidential nominee, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, introduce himself to Americans in the keynote speech, as well as several heavy-hitters, in a night that stressed what the party calls the politics of "joy."Here's a look at some of…
DNC attendees tell ABC News what they hope to hear from Kamala Harris’ speech
(CHICAGO) -- As the nation anticipates Vice President Kamala Harris' address at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, attendees told ABC News what they hope to hear from the presidential hopeful."The more I hear about her, the more I want to go knock on doors, make phone calls and talk…
Illinois voters discuss the Harris-Biden switch, her historic candidacy and more
(CHICAGO) -- When President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race, Edgar Diaz said his first thought was one of relief."Biden did great when he was [Barack] Obama's running mate and then as he became president, he did a great job," Diaz, a 43-year-old moderate Democrat who lives in…
DNC 2024 Day 3 live updates: Walz tells Democrats to ‘leave it on the field’
(CHICAGO) -- The third night of the Democratic National Convention continued the themes of joy and freedom.A who's who of speakers, including a surprise speech from Oprah Winfrey, headlined the night aimed to showcase vice presidential nominee Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz."Coach Walz" brought his energy to the crowd touting his…
DNC attendees discuss top speakers and pressing issues: ‘It’s electrifying’
(CHICAGO) -- The Democratic National Convention is in full swing as party leaders and members gather in Chicago to celebrate the Harris-Walz ticket and address the top issues facing the nation.ABC News spoke to DNC attendees at the United Center on Wednesday who shared their highlights from the convention thus…
Oprah Winfrey surprise speaker at DNC: ‘Decency and respect are on the ballot’
(CHICAGO) -- Oprah Winfrey, making a surprise appearance, called on Americans to choose "joy" and "common sense over nonsense" during a rousing speech at the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday night."What we're going to do is elect Kamala Harris as the next president of the United States," she said after…
A look back at Bill Clinton’s 4-decade history of making DNC speeches
(CHICAGO) -- The venues may have changed, and the planning and special events may have gotten splashier with younger VIPs, but for more than 40 years, there has been one constant at Democratic Party conventions: Bill Clinton.The former president, who just turned 78, is scheduled to speak ahead of Gov.…
At DNC, parents of Israeli-American hostage make emotional plea for cease-fire deal
(CHICAGO) -- The parents of one of an Israeli-American hostage brought many Democratic National Convention delegates to tears on Wednesday as they recounted 320 days of anguish and pushed for a cease-fire deal to bring their son home.Jon Polin and Rachel Goldberg, the parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, were greeted with…
Trump speaks from behind bulletproof glass at 1st outdoor rally since Butler shooting
(WASHINGTON) -- Former President Donald Trump on Wednesday delivered his latest campaign trail remarks protected by bulletproof glass and multiple visible counter snipers on top of nearby buildings – his first outdoor campaign event not at his properties since a gunman attempted his life at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania,…
What to expect as Tim Walz makes keynote speech at DNC
(CHICAGO) -- Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will have his big moment at the Democratic National Convention Wednesday night, where he will deliver the keynote speech and accept the party's nomination for vice president.Walz has been in the national spotlight for just two weeks since Vice President Kamala Harris announced him…