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The Obamas challenge America. And, what led up to Maine's deadliest mass shooting

The Obamas headlined DNC night two, challenging America to make history by electing the first woman to the White House. And, a final report released on what led to Maine's deadliest mass shooting.

August 21, 2024
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By:
  • Brittney Melton
Former US President Barack Obama gestures as he speaks on the second day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois, on August 20, 2024.

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  • Elections

With humor and hope, Obamas warn against Trump, urge Democrats to 'do something'

The former president and first lady headlined the second night of the Democratic National Convention, delivering a message of excitement at the possibility of electing the first woman in U.S. history.

August 21, 2024
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By:
  • Ben Giles
Jason Carter told the 2024 Democratic National Convention that his grandfather, former President Jimmy Carter, the nation’s longest-living president, is looking forward to voting for Kamala Harris for president. (Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder)

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  • Politics

Former President Jimmy Carter celebrated by grandson, Democratic National Convention

Former President Jimmy Carter is staying home from this year’s Democratic National Convention, but his grandson Jason Carter took the stage Tuesday night and delivered a speech in his honor, including an update on the 99-year-old Georgia native.

August 21, 2024
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By:
  • Ross Williams
Wisconsin delegates cast their vote during the ceremonial roll call vote on the second day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois, on August 20, 2024.

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  • Elections

WATCH: The full Democratic National Convention celebratory roll call

Delegates to the Democratic National Convention held a ceremonial — and celebratory — roll call vote to mark Vice President Kamala Harris’ selection as the party’s presidential nominee.

August 21, 2024
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By:
  • Sarah McCammon
U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders, an independent from Vermont, speaks on the second day of the Democratic National Convention.

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  • Elections

Sen. Bernie Sanders calls for a Gaza ceasefire

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders' list of economic policies received a welcome reception from the crowd at United Center, but it was his call for an end to the war in Gaza that received a big response from the audience.

August 21, 2024
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By:
  • Jaclyn Diaz
Rapper Common (R) and musician Jonathan McReynolds perform during the second day of the Democratic National Convention on August 20, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.

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  • Elections

Here's who has performed at the second night of the Democratic National Convention

Patti LaBelle and Common will soundtrack the second night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention with performances that span generations and genres.

August 21, 2024
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By:
  • Sidney Madden
Barack and Michelle Obama share the stage in between their speeches at the DNC.

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  • Elections

Who spoke at the DNC: Watch speeches from the Obamas, Bernie Sanders and Doug Emhoff

Night 2 of the Democratic National Convention is a wrap. The program featured more Democratic heavy-hitters (and a couple of Republicans) who sought to promote a message of hope while also sharpening attacks against Donald Trump.

August 21, 2024
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By:
  • Jaclyn Diaz,
  • C Mandler,
  • and 6 more
Former first lady Michelle Obama speaks on stage during the second day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois.

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  • Elections

In her DNC remarks, Michelle Obama jabs Trump over his claim about 'Black jobs'





Former first lady Michelle Obama received some of the loudest cheers of the night in Chicago as she told the excited crowd, "Hope is making a comeback!"

August 20, 2024
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By:
  • Jaclyn Diaz
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker speaks on stage during the second day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois.

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  • Elections

Two takes on billionaires at the DNC

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker made an unusual move for a Democrat — touting his billionaire status from the convention stage, as a jab at former President Trump.

August 20, 2024
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  • Sarah McCammon
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham speaks on stage during the second day of the DNC.

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  • Elections

New Mexico Gov. Lujan Grisham talks health care in DNC remarks

New Mexico’s Democratic governor, Michelle Lujan Grisham, who previously served as the state’s health secretary before getting elected to Congress, spoke at the DNC tonight on the topic of health care.

August 20, 2024
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By:
  • Nash Jones
Amanda Zurawksi and Josh Zurawski (L) speak about reproductive rights on the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois, on August 19, 2024.

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  • Elections

Reproductive health is a major topic at the DNC. Here's the current state of abortion laws

Following the Dobbs decision in 2022, states have enacted various levels of abortion restrictions — confusing doctors and patients. A number of states have the abortion question on the ballot for November — including key battlegrounds like Arizona and Nevada

August 20, 2024
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  • Jaclyn Diaz
Kate Cox introduces U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, at an event on reproductive rights on June 24, 2024 in College Park, Maryland.

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  • Elections

Kate Cox, Texas woman denied an abortion, announces she's pregnant again

Kate Cox, a Texas woman who sued her state when she was denied an abortion there, announced that she is pregnant during the DNC’s delegate roll call.

August 20, 2024
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By:
  • Lexie Schapitl
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser earlier in the evening, before the roll call.

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  • Elections

Washington, D.C. asks Harris to support the District's quest for statehood during the DNC

“We know Kamala Harris will fight for our freedom, and we will work together to make Washington, D.C., the 51st state,” Bowser announced to a cheering crowd before casting the District’s 51 votes for Harris.

August 20, 2024
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By:
  • Alana Wise
Members of the Puerto Rico delegation cast their votes during the roll call.

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  • Elections

Puerto Rico's delegates called for the island to become a U.S. state. Here's the context

Delegates from Puerto Rico referred to the island territory as "the commonwealth of Puerto Rico and the next state of the United States" before casting their votes for Kamala Harris during Tuesday night's roll call.

August 20, 2024
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By:
  • Jaclyn Diaz
Rapper Lil Jon (R) performs with the Georgia delegation during the Ceremonial Roll Call of States on the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 20, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.

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  • Elections

Turn down for ... what?! Lil Jon helps Georgia delegation announce votes for Harris

Atlanta's own award-winning rapper Lil Jon helped spice up the DNC roll call by introducing Georgia's delegation.

August 20, 2024
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  • Stephen Fowler and
  • Sarah McCammon
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