People who lost loved ones to gun violence spoke at the DNC, pushing for gun reform
Five people who suffered devastating losses from gun violence promised to push for gun reform.
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Gabby Giffords recounts her own shooting in DNC remarks
Giffords served in the House of Representatives until 2012, after an assassination attempt left her with a severe brain injury. Along with Giffords, 18 other people were shot. Six were killed.
Kamala Harris’ former colleagues highlight her past as a prosecutor
During her bid for the Democratic nomination, Harris shied away from her past as prosecutor. Years later, her campaign is fully embracing her past as a prosecutor in San Francisco.
Appalachian influencer John Russell centers rural development in his pitch for Harris
Russell has gained popularity on TikTok. On the main stage, he blasted Trump for being a billionaire who wants to promote increased fossil fuel production and business.
Al Sharpton delivers fiery remarks on race and Trump and brings out Central Park 5
“He spent a small fortune on full-page ads calling for the execution of five innocent young teenagers,” Sharpton said in reference to the five Black and Brown New York teenagers who were wrongly convicted of rape.
United Auto Workers calls for a Palestinian speaker at DNC as thousands protest nearby
Criticism for Democrats not including a Palestinian speaker is coming from across the party — including organized labor. Meanwhile, thousands of protesters are gathering nearby for one last push.
What to know about Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey ahead of her DNC speech
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey, one of the first Democratic governors to suggest that President Joe Biden should end his reelection bid, will address the DNC Thursday night in Chicago.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to make case for swing state voters at DNC
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said her Democratic National Convention speech will lay out the case for Vice President Kamala Harris’ candidacy from the perspective of a swing state governor.
Forsyth County residents serve as delegates at the 2024 DNC
Forsyth County residents were among the North Carolina delegates to cast votes this week on the floor of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
How to watch the Democratic National Convention from home
NPR will be reporting live from the convention in Chicago, including live updates online, live video each night.