August 22nd 2024.
During today's third night of the Democratic National Convention, the crowd was fired up by former president Bill Clinton's powerful words. He stated that this election is a battle between "We The People" and "Me, Myself, and I". This statement perfectly captures the essence of the upcoming election and sets the tone for the rest of the night.
The Democratic Party is looking to build on the momentum brought by Vice President Kamala Harris since she joined the presidential ticket last month. They want to harness the excitement and energy within their party while also acknowledging the tough fight they face against the Republican Party and former President Donald Trump.
The theme of the night was "a fight for our freedoms", with a focus on issues such as abortion access and voting rights. Speaker after speaker emphasized the importance of defending these freedoms, while also highlighting the Republican Party's efforts to take them away.
One of the most powerful moments of the night was when Colorado Governor Jared Polis used an oversized book to represent the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025, a set of goals that aim to shrink government and push it to the right. He even ripped a page from the book, symbolizing his determination to fight against their harmful policies.
The night also featured emotional speeches from individuals who have been directly affected by the current political climate. Florida Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz shared the heartbreaking story of a woman forced to carry a child with a fatal illness due to new abortion restrictions in her state. Michigan's attorney general, Dana Nessel, bravely declared, "You can pry this wedding band from my cold, dead, gay hand" in response to potential threats to LGBTQ+ rights.
Music also played a major role in the night's events, with performances from Stevie Wonder and country music star Maren Morris. These artists used their platforms to inspire the crowd and encourage them to choose courage over complacency.
Trump, who has been a frequent topic of conversation throughout the convention, criticized the event as a "charade" and called out his predecessor, Barack Obama, for his speech the previous night. However, the program continued with speakers such as Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. The night also featured a special appearance from legendary talk show host Oprah Winfrey.
The convention also took a moment to recognize the hostages still being held by Hamas after a deadly attack on Israel. Jon and Rachel Goldberg-Polin emotionally paid tribute to their son, who was abducted in the attack, reminding everyone that this is not a political issue but a humanitarian one.
Another important topic of the night was the US-Mexico border, with a focus on finding policy solutions instead of demonizing immigrants. This was a direct response to Trump's efforts to make cracking down on the border a centerpiece of his campaign. Representative Veronica Escobar, from the border city of El Paso, emphasized that she is a firsthand witness to the situation and urged the audience to ignore the misinformation being spread about it.
The night ended with a speech from Tim Walz, the Minnesota governor and vice presidential nominee. Walz, who has been described as a folksy, Midwestern teacher, football coach, and dad, spoke about his background and his service in the National Guard. He acknowledged that he has faced some scrutiny, but he remains determined to serve his country and fight for what he believes in.
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