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— Latest 2024 Election News —

August 20th, 2024

Michelle Obama Set To Deliver Speech At Democratic National Convention

Photo: Getty Images Former First Lady Michelle Obama is set to speak at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this week. According to USA Today, Obama will address delegates at the DNC on Tuesday (August 20) to rally support for Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz, ahead of the 2024 presidential … Continued

August 20th, 2024

DNC Night 1: The Moments Everyone’s Still Talking About

Photo: Getty Images The first day of the Democratic National Convention was filled with notable moments all in support of Vice President Kamala Harris’ historic presidential run. On Monday (August 19), Democrats gathered to kick off their convention in Chicago. Speakers, including President Joe Biden, attacked Republican nominee and former President Donald Trump’s policies, legal … Continued

August 20th, 2024

Biden Passes the Torch: Harris Takes the Lead at 2024 Democratic National Convention

President Biden delivers the final speech during Day 1 of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. CHICAGO – Since Vice President Kamala Harris declared, “We did it, Joe!” after winning the 2020 election, the Biden-Harris administration has tried to implement what it believes America should represent. As the 2024 Democratic National Convention commenced at the United … Continued

August 20th, 2024

Sen. Raphael Warnock Gives Resounding Speech At DNC, Takes Aim At Trump And Uplifts Kamala Harris

Sen. Raphael Warnock made opening night of the Democratic National Convention feel like Sunday morning at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta. The pastor and U.S. Senator served as one of the headlining speakers at the United Center in Chicago.  Warnock began his speech by telling his story, the son of sharecroppers who toiled the land … Continued

August 20th, 2024

J. Pharoah Doss: Kamala Harris, Black identity, and Republican defectors

When California’s Democratic Attorney General Kamala Harris was elected to the US Senate in 2016, an Associated Press headline boasted: California’s Kamala Harris becomes the first Indian American US Senator. Harris’ mother immigrated to the United States from India in the 1950s, whereas her father was born in Jamaica. The Associated Press was aware of … Continued

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Bishop William J. Barber II Shares His Thoughts About What He'd Like to See at The 2024 DNC

Chicago Defender Managing Editor Tacuma Roeback caught up with the influential Bishop William J. Barber II while the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. In this insightful interview, Bishop Barber, ...a renowned minister, social activist, and professor at Yale Divinity School, shares why he's in Chicago and discusses his ongoing fight for social justice through the Poor People's Campaign and Repairers of the Breach.[+] Show More
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Bishop William J. Barber II Shares His Thoughts About What He'd Like to See at The 2024 DNC
Chicago Defender Managing Editor Tacuma Roeback caught up with the influential Bishop William ...
Chicago Defender Managing Editor Tacuma Roeback caught up with the influential Bishop William J. Barber II while the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. In this insightful interview, Bishop Barber, ...a renowned minister, social activist, and professor at Yale Divinity School, shares why he's in Chicago and discusses his ongoing fight for social justice through the Poor People's Campaign and Repairers of the Breach.[+] Show More
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April Ryan Reflects on Witnessing History with Obama & VP Harris: A Journalist's Journey
Acclaimed journalist and White House correspondent April Ryan shares her unique experience of ...
Acclaimed journalist and White House correspondent April Ryan shares her unique experience of witnessing history firsthand—from covering President Obama's groundbreaking tenure to now chronicling Vice President Kamala Harris' historic journey. ...Listen as she reflects on the significance of these moments and the role of journalism in documenting history as it unfolds.[+] Show More
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Rep. Danny K. Davis on the Potential of a Kamala Harris Presidency & the Opportunities Ahead
During the DNC, Congressman Danny K. Davis (D-IL) shares his thoughts on the significance of a ...
During the DNC, Congressman Danny K. Davis (D-IL) shares his thoughts on the significance of a potential Kamala Harris presidency and the crucial work that needs to be done in ...the weeks to come. Hear his insights on this historic moment.[+] Show More
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Marc Morial Reflects on Rev. Jesse Jackson's Historic DNC Appearance & VP Kamala Harris' Impact
In this powerful interview, Marc Morial shares his thoughts on sharing the stage with Rev. ...
In this powerful interview, Marc Morial shares his thoughts on sharing the stage with Rev. Jesse Jackson during the opening night of the DNC and the overwhelming love the civil ...rights icon received from the crowd. Morial also discusses what Vice President Kamala Harris symbolizes for the future and the important work that still lies ahead.[+] Show More
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Andrew Gillum on Joe Biden's Leadership & the Promise of a Kamala Harris Presidency
Former politician Andrew Gillum speaks on the courage, integrity, and selflessness of ...
Former politician Andrew Gillum speaks on the courage, integrity, and selflessness of President Joe Biden, while also highlighting the promise of a Kamala Harris presidency. Gillum shares his thoughts on ...how to harness the excitement and energy surrounding her campaign to make lasting change. Tune in for his inspiring take on the future of leadership in America.[+] Show More
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Rep. Hank Johnson Reveals How Kamala Harris Can Defeat Trump in Georgia.
Rep. Hank Johnson speaks with Real Times Media And Shares His Thoughts ON How Kamala Harris ...
Rep. Hank Johnson speaks with Real Times Media And Shares His Thoughts ON How Kamala Harris Can Defeat Trump In Georgia.
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Rep Al Green shares his insights on Michelle and Barack Obama's impactful speeches at the DNC.
U.S. Rep Al Green shares his insights on Michelle and Barack Obama's impactful speeches at the ...
U.S. Rep Al Green shares his insights on Michelle and Barack Obama's impactful speeches at the Democratic National Convention, describing the experience as "2008 all over again." In this interview ...with The Chicago Defender's Tacuma Roeback, Rep. Green reflects on the powerful messages of hope, unity, and the enduring fight for justice that echoed the spirit of the Obama era.[+] Show More
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Rep. Jonathan Jackson Reflects On Sharing The DNC Stage With His Father, Rev. Jesse Jackson.
U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson reflects on the unforgettable experience of sharing the DNC stage ...
U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson reflects on the unforgettable experience of sharing the DNC stage with his father, Rev. Jesse Jackson. In his interview with Tacuma Roeback of The Chicago Defender, ...Rep. Jackson praises President Joe Biden's selflessness and character, highlighting the qualities that make Biden the leader America needs. He also shares his thoughts on the main priority for the Democratic Party leading up to November.[+] Show More
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Ben Crump Talks Kamala Harris, Breaks Down The Legal Challenges of Voter Suppression
Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump Speaks with Real Times Media On Kamala Harris Candidacy And ...
Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump Speaks with Real Times Media On Kamala Harris Candidacy And Breaks Down The Legal Challenges of Voter Suppression
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Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison Breaks Down Legal Options To Fight Voter Suppression
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison Speaks With Real Times Media And Breaks Down Legal ...
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison Speaks With Real Times Media And Breaks Down Legal Options To Fight Voter Suppression During the 2024 Election.
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