David Hogg, the 25-year-old Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee, plans to support progressive primary challengers against House Democrats he views as ineffective and insufficiently liberal, while also criticizing the age gap between current representatives and the general population.
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Kamala Harris unites Democrats, makes history at 2024 DNC convention
Kamala Harris has united Democrats and united the party, banishing the ghosts of 1968, 2000, and 2016, and has introduced a strong vision of American power as a force for good in the world.
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The Obamas electrify second night of the DNC
Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama delivered powerful speeches at the Democratic National Convention.
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Democrats rally behind Harris, salute Biden at DNC opening night
The DNC was a battle cry, with speakers celebrating President Biden’s legacy and rallying behind VP Kamala Harris.
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Chicago becomes a fortress as Democratic National Convention begins amid heightened security
Chicago has implemented extensive security measures including road closures, security gates, and tamper-evident manhole covers, to ensure the safety of the Democratic National Convention.
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Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago: What to expect
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago will feature a historic nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris as the first Black and South Asian woman to be nominated by a major party.
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Dems wrap historic convention: Harris makes history, Obama eviscerates Trump [video]
“The one Constitutional office elected by all of the people is the presidency. So, at a minimum, we should expect a president to feel a sense of responsibility for the safety and welfare of all 330 million of us.’
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Biden’s choice of Kamala Harris will not make or break election for him
When people go to the polls, they are primarily expressing a preference for the presidential candidate, not the second person on the ticket.
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Democratic Party faces a crossroads
Rep. Ellison says it needs to become ‘an everyday party’ Democratic Party gubernatorial wins in Virginia and New Jersey earlier this month have generated optimism a year after the party lost the White House and at a crucial time for the party. All 435 Congressional seats, 33 U.S. Senate seats and 39 state governor offices, […]
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Tom Perez wins DNC chairmanship over Keith Ellison
Former Labor Secretary Tom Perez bested Rep. Keith Ellison (D-Minn.) to become Democratic National Committee (DNC) chairman Feb. 25 at the party’s winter meeting in Atlanta, Georgia. Ellison came up short in the second-ballot tally with 200 votes to Perez’ 235. During his acceptance speech, Perez asked to suspend the rules to appoint Ellison deputy chair. Rep. Ellison, the […]
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Staying high in these days of going low
When we see hate speech we must hold tight to Michelle Obama’s words First Lady Michelle Obama’s speech on the opening night of the Democratic National Convention rocked, and her words and advice about hate speech resonated especially for many LGBTQ people. In a surprisingly personal speech, Obama shared how she and Barack advise their […]