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Jimmy Williams
Vice President Kamala Harris is set to make history on Thursday night as she officially accepts her party’s nomination for president during the final day of the Democratic National Convention.
Harris, who has already broken barriers as the first female, Black, and South Asian vice president, is poised to become the Democratic Party’s nominee for president in the 2024 election, a significant moment in American politics.
Her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, accepted the vice-presidential nomination the previous evening, offering a heartfelt speech that emphasized his humble beginnings, his service in the National Guard, and his dedication to being a public school teacher and coach. Walz framed himself as a neighborly figure, committed to helping others and standing up for what is right.
The third night of the convention also featured speeches from party stalwarts, including former President Bill Clinton and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, along with testimonials from Americans sharing personal stories about their experiences with issues like abortion rights and LGBTQ equality. These testimonials reinforced the theme of the convention, “For the People, For Our Future,” emphasizing how a Harris-Walz administration would safeguard essential freedoms and lead the country forward.
Thursday’s events will focus on the future, with Harris delivering her keynote address at the end of the evening. The theme for Day 4 is centered around “For Our Future,” emphasizing how the Democratic ticket plans to navigate the challenges ahead and continue to drive progress for all Americans. The final day’s program begins at 6:30 p.m. ET (5:30 p.m. CT) and features performances by country music band The Chicks, who will perform the national anthem.
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Marcia Fudge, and several senators — including Alex Padilla (California), Bob Casey (Pennsylvania), Tammy Baldwin (Wisconsin), Elizabeth Warren (Massachusetts), and Mark Kelly (Arizona) — are expected to deliver remarks, along with governors Maura Healey (Massachusetts), Gretchen Whitmer (Michigan), and Roy Cooper (North Carolina).
Additionally, former Rep. Gabby Giffords, a passionate gun control advocate and the wife of Sen. Mark Kelly, will share her story with the convention. In a notable bipartisan gesture, former Republican Rep. Adam Kinzinger, who has been an outspoken critic of his own party’s direction under Donald Trump, is also slated to speak.
With anticipation building for Harris’ closing remarks, Democrats are positioning themselves to present a united front against their Republican rivals, emphasizing themes of decency, respect, and inclusivity, while Harris prepares to set the tone for the final leg of the election campaign.
