The 2024 Democratic National Convention continues today with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, the running mate of Vice President and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris delivering the keynote address. As the convention enters its third day, anticipation is high for Walz's speech.
In addition to Walz, prominent figures such as former President Bill Clinton, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries also spoke at the convention. Wednesday's theme is "A Fight for Our Freedoms," where Democrats will emphasise the importance of Harris as a defender of American freedoms and argue that former President Donald Trump poses a significant threat to the nation.
On Tuesday, former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama captivated the audience with their powerful speeches, receiving standing ovations. In his remarks, Obama criticised Trump, stating that the US cannot afford another four years of chaos.
Here are the Live updates of the US Democratic Convention day 3:
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Kamala Harris' Running Mate Tim Walz' Swipe At Republican Rival
“I had 24 kids in my high school class, and none of them went to Yale,” he said in an apparent swipe at his Republican rival JD Vance, who is a Yale alumnus.
Democratic Vice Presidential Candidate Tim Walz Accepts Nomination
Tim Walz formally accepted his nomination to be the Democratic Party's vice presidential candidate in a keynote address Wednesday at the party's convention, calling it "the honor of my life."
"It's the honor of my life to accept your nomination for vice president of the United States. We're all here tonight for one beautiful, simple reason -- we love this country," Walz said in Chicago.
"Thank You Kamala Harris For Trusting Me": Running Mate Tim Walz
"Thank you Kamala Harris for trusting me. Thank you Joe Biden for your four years of service to the nation. My students inspired me to run. Never underestimate a public school teacher," Kamala Harris' running mate Tim Walz said.
"Choose Common Sense Over Nonsense": Oprah Winfrey Drums Up Support For Kamala Harris
"I am calling on all you independents and undecideds. You know this is true that values and character matter most of all, in leadership and in life. Decency and respect are on the ballot in 2024. And just plain common sense tells you that Kamala Harris and Tim Walz can give you that. Let's choose common sense over nonsense," Oprah Winfrey said.
Kamala Harris Symbolises "Best Of America": Oprah Winfrey
"We're soon going to be teaching our children how a child of a Jamaican father and Indian mother, two idealistic, energised immigrants, grew up to be the 47th president of US. That is the best of America," Oprah Winfrey said.
"Impossible To Conquer Us When We Stand Together": Oprah Winfrey
"Impossible to conquer us when we stand together": Oprah Winfrey
Ahead Of Kamala Harris Big Night, A Vedic Prayer At Democrat Event
Chants of "Om Shanti Shanti" reverberated across the hall as a Hindu priest began proceedings on day 3 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
"Let Us Not Forget Who Assaulted Democracy On January 6": Nancy Pelosi Hits Out At Trump
"January 6 was a perilous moment for our democracy. Never before had a president so brazenly assaulted the bedrock of our democracy. Let us not forget who assaulted democracy on Jan 6. He did. Let us not forget who saved democracy, we did," Nancy Pelosi.
Bill Clinton Calls Kamala Harris "President Of Joy" At Democrat Event
"We need Kamala Harris, the president of joy, to lead us. I will be doing my part, you do yours," Bill Clinton's message for Democrats.
"Vendetta, Vengeance, Conspiracies": Bill Clinton Attacks Donald Trump
Bill Clinton criticises Donald Trump’s “vendettas, his vengeance, his complaints, his conspiracies.”
“He is like the tenors opening up before he goes on stage, like I did, by saying, ‘me, me, me, me, me.’ When Kamala Harris is president, every day will begin with you, you, you, you,” he said.
"Hindu Prayer At Democratic Convention Significant Moment": US Leader
Hindu prayer at the DNC Convention today is a significant moment, showcasing the Democratic Party's commitment to inclusivity and diversity. It is heartening to see the rich cultural and spiritual traditions of the Indian American community being honored on such a prominent stage pic.twitter.com/6wNsnthmbd
— Ajay Jain Bhutoria (@ajainb) August 22, 2024
"Pretty Clear Choice": Bill Clinton Rallies Behind Kamala Harris
"In 2024, we got a pretty clear choice, it seems to me. Kamala Harris, for the people, and the other guy, who has proved even more than the first go-around that he’s about me, myself and I. Kamala Harris will work to solve our problems, seize our opportunities, ease our fears, and make sure every single American, however they vote, has a chance to chase their dreams," Bill Clinton said.
"Next Time You Hear Him Don't Count Lies, Count The "I"s": Bill Clinton Attacks Donald Trump
"Donald Trump is all about I, me and myself. What does he do with his voice? He mostly talks about himself. Next time you hear him, don't count the lies; count the Is," Bill Clinton hits out at Donald Trump.
Bill Clinton's "McDonald's" Joke About Kamala Harris' Teenage Job
"I can't wait for the day she enters White House because she will break my record as the president who spent the most time at McDonald's," Bill Clinton joked referencing Kamala Harris' job at McDonald's when she was a teen.
"Greatest Job Interview For Greatest Job In World": Bill Clinton On US Elections
"The presidential election is the greatest job interview, for the greatest job in the world. We the people get to do the hiring. And every four years, we get to change the requirements to the job," Bill Clinton said.
"He Voluntarily Gave Up Political Power": Bill Clinton On Biden
"Joe Biden did what is the most hard thing for a politician to do; He volutarily gave up political power. I want to thank him for his courage, compassion, his class and his service," said former US president Bill Clinton.
Democratic National Convention Live: Progress Will Only Continue Under Kamala Harris, Says Cincinnati Mayor
The country's progress would continue if Vice President Kamala Harris is elected president, Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval said on Wednesday.
"Under Kamala Harris, the progress will only continue," Pureval, who is of Tibetan and Indian origin, told thousands of members of the Democratic Party at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
Pureval is the first Asian-American mayor in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Democratic National Convention Live: Indian-American CEO Urges Voters To Elect Kamala Harris
Indian-American Mini Timmaraju, who is the president and CEO a reproductive rights advocacy group, on Wednesday urged US voters to elect Vice President Kamala Harris as the next president to protect women's rights, which she said is under threat from her rival Donald Trump.
"When abortion is on the ballot, we win," said Timmaraju during her address on the third day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
"In California, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Montana, Ohio, and Vermont, voters sent a message: Come for our rights, and well come roaring back," said the CEO of Reproductive Freedom for All, Timmaraju.
Democratic National Convention Live: Day 3 Begins With Vedic Prayer
The third day of the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday kicked off with a first-of-its-kind Vedic prayer where the priest sought blessings for a united country.
"Even if we have differences, when it comes to the nation, we have to be united and it moves us towards justice for all," said Indian-American priest Rakesh Bhatt as he formally started the third days' proceedings of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago.
"We should be in unison. Let our minds think together. Let our hearts beat as one. All for the betterment of society. May this make us powerful so we can unite and make our nation proud," the senior Hindu priest said.
Vice President Tim Walz Pick Set To Star On Day 3 Of Democratic Convention
The second day of the Democratic National Convention saw the Obamas slamming Donald Trump and calling him a "liar". The third day will witness the Vice President pick, Tim Walz, star at the convention.
