Vice President Kamala Harris will address voters at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Thursday night, presenting a vision for a “New Way Forward” and positioning herself against Republican rival Donald Trump. Harris, who will become the first Black woman and person of South Asian descent to accept a major party’s presidential nomination, aims to highlight her background as a prosecutor and her optimistic vision for America’s future.
The convention atmosphere was vibrant with supporters, including running mate Tim Walz, enjoying a mix of pop and classic rock. Harris’ young grandnieces helped lead a fun pronunciation lesson for her name, adding a personal touch to the evening.
This speech comes after a dramatic political turnaround and just a month following President Joe Biden’s endorsement of Harris as his successor. The address marks a key opportunity for Harris to define herself and contrast her vision with Trump’s agenda, as she prepares to make her case to the nation ahead of the November election.
