Category: 2024 Democratic National Convention

Democratic National Convention Announces 2024 Co-Chairs, Including Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan

Democratic National Convention Announces 2024 Co-Chairs Convention Co-Chairs from across the country will share the gavel for the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago CHICAGO – Today, the Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) announced the leaders from across the nation who will serve as Co-Chairs for the 2024 Democratic National Convention:• Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan (MN)• The Honorable Mitch Landrieu (LA) • Senator Cory Booker (NJ)• Representative Veronica Escobar (TX) “I’m proud and honored to gavel in the Democratic National Convention with our four incredible Co-Chairs,” said Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison. “Their dedication to service, boundless optimism, and…

For the People, For Our Future: Democrats Announce Themes for Four Nights of Convention

For the People, For Our Future: Democrats Announce Themes for Four Nights of Convention CHICAGO – Today, Democrats announced the themes that will guide programming through the four nights of the convention: “For the People, For Our Future.” The convention will further introduce Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz to the nation and lay out their bold vision for America, including how they will fight for people, our freedoms, and our future. Since the outset of convention planning, Democrats have been building the stage for our nominees to tell their story to America. Bringing back beloved elements of…

Vice President Kamala Harris Secures Enough Delegates to Become Democratic Nominee for President

Vice President Harris Secures Enough Delegates to Become Democratic Nominee for President Today, Vice President Kamala Harris received the support of the majority of Democratic National Convention delegates, making her the presumptive Democratic nominee for President of the United States. After unifying the party and generating unprecedented enthusiasm from across the broad and diverse coalition that sent her and President Biden to the White House, Vice President Harris secured the support of the majority of Democratic National Convention delegates in a vote that began yesterday. In a critical election year with sky-high stakes, this moment is historic for the Democratic…

Statement from Democratic National Convention Chair Minyon Moore

Statement from Democratic National Convention Chair Minyon Moore Today, the Chair of the Democratic National Convention Minyon Moore released the following statement following President Biden’s announcement: President Biden represents the best of America. He is a public servant who has dedicated his life to delivering for the American people. For the entirety of his first term, he has gone above and beyond to bring our country back from the brink. Under his steady leadership, Democrats have delivered transformational progress: lowering costs, expanding access to health care, investing in America, and restoring dignified American leadership on the world stage. But President…

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) Announces Chicago Convention Leadership Team

DNC Announces Chicago Convention Leadership Team The Democratic National Committee today announced that Minyon Moore will serve as Chair of the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Alex Hornbrook, who has led the convention selection process, will continue on as Executive Director of the convention. Other additions to the convention leadership team include Louisa Terrell, who will serve as a Senior Advisor to both the convention and the Biden-Harris campaign, and DNC Deputy Executive Director Roger Lau, who, in addition to his current duties, will also serve as a Senior Advisor to the Biden Victory Fund, where he will expand his political…

DNC Announces Chicago to Host 2024 Democratic National Convention

DNC Announces Chicago to Host 2024 Democratic National Convention The Democratic National Committee today announced Chicago will host the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center from August 19 to 22. The DNC is returning to the Midwest, a critical Democratic stronghold: Illinois along with Wisconsin, Michigan, and Minnesota – part of the “blue wall” – were crucial to the 2020 victory of President Biden and Vice President Harris and to Democrats’ success in the 2022 midterm elections. Chicago’s convention bid was supported by a wide range of midwestern Democrats who represent the diversity of the party, demonstrating the…