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2024 Election
Who’s Going to Tell Him It’s a Black Job? Michelle Obama Skewers Trump at DNC
The former first lady and President Barack Obama closed out the DNC's second night with a revival of the “hope” theme.
Rejuvenated Democratic Party Turned DNC’s Delegate Roll Call Into a Dance Party
Uncommitted delegates were also counted in the roll call vote — except for one state's delegation.
Uncommitted Delegates Say They “Have a Duty to Serve” Their Constituents
Dozens of uncommitted delegates, selected to oppose the Biden administration's Gaza policy, are at the DNC.
In 2024 Platform, Democrats Lurch Right on Policing and Immigration
DNC delegates will vote on a platform that pledges to crack down on asylum and fund the police.
First-Ever DNC Panel on Palestinian Rights Asks: Will Dems Take Urgent Action?
The panel was the result of persistent grassroots organizing against US support for Israel’s assault on Gaza.
Walz’s Climate Record Is Complicated by Coziness With Fossil Fuel Companies
Though Tim Walz has been embraced by many in the climate movement, his record on Line 3 haunts him.
Biden’s DNC Speech Praises Harris, But Mostly Focuses on Himself — and Trump
“We need to preserve our democracy in 2024,” Biden said to DNC delegates, backing Kamala Harris for president.
DNC Swarms With Police as Activists March for Palestine, Reproductive Rights
Democrats arriving in Chicago were greeted with anger over aid to Israel and failure to protect abortion rights.
Here’s What You Need to Know Before the Democratic National Convention Begins
The Democratic National Convention will last from Monday, August 19 until Thursday, August 22.
Trump’s 2024 Slate Sees Return of 5 of Pennsylvania’s “Fake Electors” From 2020
One elections expert said those who participated in a 2020 elector scheme shouldn’t be allowed to do so again this year.