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![President Joe Biden greets the crowd during the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois, on August 19, 2024.](https://truthout.org/app/uploads/2024/08/2024_0820-joe-biden-dnc-400x300.jpg)
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.
![Pro-Palestine activists march with signs reading "GLOBALIZE THE INFITADA" during an outdoor march](https://truthout.org/app/uploads/2024/08/2024_0819-dnc-palestine-protest-400x300.jpg)
“Uncommitted” Wins Panel on Palestinian Rights, Pushes for Speaking Time at DNC
“Our focus remains on policy change,” the cofounders of the Uncommitted National Movement said in a statement.
![The center camera stand is seen with stage in the background at the United Center ahead of the Democratic National Convention on August 17, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois.](https://truthout.org/app/uploads/2024/08/2024_0819-dnc-400x300.jpg)
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.
![Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris and Democratic vice presidential candidate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz visit a campaign office on August 9, 2024, in Glendale, Arizona.](https://truthout.org/app/uploads/2024/08/2024_0816-harris-walz-400x300.jpg)
Harris Unveils Economic Agenda With New Child Tax Credit and Medical Debt Relief
Progressives praised the agenda as a step forward, but urged action to tackle the root causes of economic inequality.
![Vice President Kamala Harris gives remarks at Prince George’s Community College on August 15, 2024, in Largo, Maryland.](https://truthout.org/app/uploads/2024/08/2024_0816-kamala-harris-400x300.jpg)
Harris’s 4-Year Housing Plan Will Target Predatory Wall Street Landlords
In recent months, progressives and tenant organizers have worked to make housing central to the 2024 campaign.
![Democratic presidential candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during a campaign rally at the University of Las Vegas Thomas & Mack Center on August 10, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada.](https://truthout.org/app/uploads/2024/08/2024_0815-kamala-harris-400x300.jpg)
Poll: Harris Would Gain Support in Key States If She Backed Israel Arms Embargo
Support for an end to the arms transfers to Israel is strongest among those who are undecided in the presidential race.
![Kamala Harris is seen beside the reflected screens of several DACA recipients with whom she is in audience](https://truthout.org/app/uploads/2024/08/2024_0814-kamala-immigration-400x300.jpg)
Kamala Harris Has Gone From Immigration Reformer to Border Hawk. What’s Next?
Immigration is a major concern for voters, and it’s possible Harris may sacrifice migrant rights to win the presidency.
![Sen. Bernie Sanders speaks during a rally in the Bronx in support of re-election of Jamaal Bowman for Congress at St. Mary's Park on June 22, 2024.](https://truthout.org/app/uploads/2024/08/2024_0814-bernie-sanders-400x300.jpg)
Sanders: Trump Lies About Harris’s Crowd Sizes Is Prep Work for Election Denial
False claims that Democrats used AI-generated crowd images is “laying the groundwork” to sow doubts, wrote the senator.
![Former President Donald Trump's Twitter account is displayed on a laptop screen along with Elon Musk's account displayed on a phone screen in a photo taken on November 22, 2022.](https://truthout.org/app/uploads/2024/08/2024_0813-trump-musk-400x300.jpg)
“Self Obsessed Rich Guys” — Harris Campaign Pans Musk’s Trump “Interview” on X
During a “Spaces” event, Trump rattled off a number of policy positions similar to those found within Project 2025.
![Republican vice presidential candidate, Sen. J.D. Vance speaks at NMC-Wollard Inc. / Wollard International on August 7, 2024, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.](https://truthout.org/app/uploads/2024/08/2024_0812-jd-vance-400x300.jpg)
Poll: J.D. Vance’s Unpopularity Is Only Growing as Voters Learn More About Him
Voters appear turned off by the vice presidential nominee's anti-abortion views and disparaging statements about women.