US' four-day National Democratic Convention started yesterday in Chicago with US President Joe Biden's speech. Joe Biden passed the torch to Kamala Harris as the new official Democratic candidate to run against Donald Trump, month after he quit the US Presidential race.
Several democrates and Kamala Harris' supporters also delivered speeches during the mega event, including California Representatives Robert Garcia, Maxine Waters, Minnesota Lt Governor Peggy Flanagan, US Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and more.
With the theme "Bold Vision for America's Future", Democratic Convention's day two is likely to witness a ceremonial roll call vote to select the official Democratic Party candidate for US 2024 Presidential polls.
Here are the Highlights of the US Democratic Convention day 2:
"Let's Get To Work": Barack Obama To Democrats
"If we hold firm to our convictions, we will elect Kamala Harris as the next President of the United States," Barack Obama tells Democrats.
"Yes, She Can": Barack Obama Backs Kamala Harris As President
"Yes, she can," declared former US president Barack Obama as he backs Kamala Harris as the next president to take over from Joe Biden. "We need a president who actually cares about the millions of people across this country. We need a president who will stand up for them and bargain for better wages. Kamala will be that president. Yes, she can," said the former president. "Yes, we can" was Obama's 2008 campaign slogan.
- The other side will depend on lies like they always do.
- "I noticed that since its (medicare) become popular they don't call it obamacare no more"
- We need a president who actually cares about the millions of people across this country. We need a president who will stand up for them and bargain for better wages. Kamala will be that president. Yes, she can.
- Trump and his wealthy donor do not see the world this way. For them one group's gain is not another's loss. For them freedom means that powerful can do pretty much what they please. We have a broader idea of freedom.
- Trump wants us to think this country is divided between us and them. Between real Americans who support him and the outsiders.
- It is the oldest trick in politics. His act has gotten stale.
- We do not need 4 more years of chaos we have seen that movie before and we know the sequel is usually worse.
- America is ready for a new chapter and a new story. We are ready for Kamala Harris. She is ready for the job.
- Kamala Harris won't be focused on her problems she will focus on yours. She won't punish those who refuse to kiss the ring and bend the knee.
- I love this guy (Tim). Tim should be in politics. Served his country, coached football. He knows who he is and what's important.
- Together Kamala and Tim have kept faith with America's story that says we are all equal. Even if we don't agree with each other we can live with each other --- that's Kamala's vision.
"America Is Ready For New Chapter, We're Ready For Kamala Harris": Barack Obama
"Trump wants us to think this country is divided between us and them. Between real Americans who support him and the outsiders. It is the oldest trick in politics. His act has gotten stale. We do not need 4 more years of chaos we have seen that movie before and we know the sequel is usually worse. America is ready for a new chapter and a new story. We are ready for Kamala Harris. She is ready for the job," says Barack Obama at Democratic Convention.
- One thing is for certain Donald Trump is not losing sleep over that question.
- Here is a 78 year old billionaire who has not stopped whining about his problems since he rode down his golden elevator 9 years ago.
- It has been a constant gripes, conspiracy theories and grievances that has been getting worse since he is afraid of losing to Kamala.
- Someone compared Trump to a neighbour who keeps running his leafblower outside your window. From a neighbour its exhausting, from a president its dangerous.
- The truth is trump sees power as nothing more than a means to his ends. He wants middle class to pay for his billionaire friends.
Former President Barack Obama tells convention crowd Kamala Harris is giving him hope
- I am feeling hopeful because this convention has always been good to kids with funny names who believe in this country anything is possible.
- Because we have a chance to elect someone who has spent her entire life to give people the chances she got.
- Its been 16 years since I had the honour of accepting this party's nomination.
- Looking back, my first big decision was my best, it was to ask Joe Biden to serve as my vice president. Other than some common Irish blood, we come from different worlds, we become brother.
- I admired Joe's empathy and decency. His belief that everyone in this country deserve a shot.
- At a time when the other party has turned into a cult of personality, we needed a leader who was steady and brought people together and was selfless enough to put this ambition aside for the sake of the country.
- History will remember Joe Biden as an outstanding prez who defended Democracy at a great moment of Danger. I am proud to call him my president, even prouder to call him my friend.
- The torch has been passed. Now it is up to all of us to fight for the America we believe in. It will be a fight.
- This will be a tight race in a closely divided country. The people who will decide the election are asking - who will fight for me?
Michelle Obama's Big Praise For Kamala Harris
Michelle Obama: "Kamala Harris and I build our lives on the same foundation of values. Our mother shared the same beliefs in the promise of this country. That's why her mother moved here from India at the age of 19. That's why she taught Kamala about justice."
Michelle Obama: "She often told her daughter, 'don't sit around and complain, do something'. So with that voice in her head, Kamala went out and she worked hard fighting for people, for better wages."
Michelle Obama: "From a middle-class household, Kamala worked her way up to become the Vice President. My girl, Kamala Harris, is more than ready for this moment. She is one of the most qualified people to seek the presidency."
"Hope Making A Comeback": Michelle Obama
Speaking at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago today, former US First lady Michelle Obama said, "Hope is making a comeback."
"Something wonderfully magical is in the air, isn't it? Not just here in this arena, but spreading all across this country we love. A familiar feeling that's been buried too deep for too long. You know what I'm talking about? It's the contagious power of hope!" she said.
"Her Empathy Is Her Strength": Husband Douglas Emhoff On Kamala Harris
"Kamala has connected me more with my faith even though it's not the same. She comes to the Synagogue with me and I accompany her to Church. Kamala has fought against antisemitism and all forms of hate," says Douglas Emhoff, husband of Kamala Harris, at the Democratic Convention.
"Wherever Needed, Kamala Rises To Occasion": Husband Douglas Emhoff
We Must Take On Big Pharma, Big Tech: Bernie Sanders
"Let us take on big pharma, big oil, big tech and all corporate monopolies," says Bernie Sanders.
Democratic Convention LIVE: Bernie Sanders Praises Biden-Harris Administration
"That was the reality the Biden-Harris administration faced as they entered the Oval Office: A nation suffering, a nation frightened and people looking to their government for support. But within two months of taking office, our government did respond," says Bernie Sanders.
Bernie Sanders Starts Speaking At Democratic Convention
Senator Bernie Sanders starts speaking at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
"Honoured To Be Your Nominee": Kamala Harris
US Presidential candidate Kamala Harris, speaking to the Democratic National Convention in Chicago via a video link from her rally in Milwaukee said, "We are so honoured to be your nominees. I'll see you in two days, Chicago."
Barack Obama To Annoint Kamala Harris As Democratic Party's Future
Barack Obama will use the Democratic National Convention in Chicago to anoint Kamala Harris the party's future on Tuesday and, as the first Black and South Asian woman presidential nominee, heir to his trailblazing legacy.
Obama posted on social media that his convention address will lay out "what's at stake" and why Harris and her running mate Tim Walz "should be our next president and vice president."
The first Black American ever elected to the White House, Obama retains massive influence and is a celebrated orator.
His turn will amp up the already buoyant mood in Chicago where President Joe Biden delivered his own emotional speech late Monday less than a month after ending his reelection bid.
"In 2012 I got to vote for him, and everyone was pushing Michelle Obama to run for president, but now we have Kamala. So I just think that this is, in a sense, them passing on the torch," said attendee Tomara Hall, 35, from California.
Watch: People Attending DNC Have A Message For President Biden
People attending the Democratic National Convention in Chicago have a message for President @JoeBiden:
— The Democrats (@TheDemocrats) August 20, 2024
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Obama To Anoint Harris As Democrats' Best Hope At Convention
Barack Obama will use the Democratic convention in Chicago to anoint Kamala Harris the party's future on Tuesday and, as the first Black and South Asian woman presidential nominee, heir to his trailblazing legacy.
Obama posted on social media that his Democratic National Convention address will lay out "what's at stake" and why Harris and her running mate Tim Walz "should be our next president and vice president."
The first Black person ever elected to the White House, Obama retains massive influence and is a celebrated orator.
His turn will amp up the already buoyant mood in Chicago where outgoing President Joe Biden delivered his own emotional speech late Monday.
US Democratic Convention Day 2 Live:
Democratic National Convention's day two is likely to witness a ceremonial roll call vote to select the official Democratic candidate for US 2024 Presidential polls.
Barack Obama Set To Hail Kamala Harris As Future Of Democratic Party
Barack Obama will hail Kamala Harris as the future of the Democratic Party on Tuesday as she is formally crowned its presidential nominee after a roller-coaster ride in US campaign politics.
