The parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin have made a fresh plea at the Democratic National Convention for him to be returned home. The parents of 23-year-old American Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who Hamas kidnapped in its Oct. 7 attack in Israel, have made a plea for their son’s safe return at the Democratic National Convention (DNC).
Minnesota Gov. Walz introduces himself, his family to America Minnesota Gov. Walz introduces himself, his family to America 08:27 CHICAGO — Gus Walz sat in the front row for the biggest moment of his father’s life, and his pride exploded out of him. “That’s my dad!” the 17-year-old yelled. He stood, tears streaming down his
For the first time in its history, the Democratic National Convention has opened its doors to social media influencers, and with them, millions of online followers as the party tries to reach younger voters. The organizers say the decision to give creators press credentials enables them to reach Americans at the event and beyond. The
Vice President Kamala Harris is poised to accept her party’s nomination for president on Thursday, as the Democratic National Convention comes to a close. Harris’ address comes after her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, formally accepted the party’s nomination for vice president on the third night of the convention. In the night’s keynote address,
President Biden urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to lock in a cease-fire and hostage release deal with Hamas in a recent phone call. President Joe Biden has spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about ending the ongoing war in Gaza and de-escalating tensions in the region, the White House has said. According to
Party leaders, strategists, and pundits name three keys to continue momentum and one mistake to avoid. CHICAGO—Democrats have rapidly built momentum in their presidential campaign, and party members, strategists, and political analysts say they know what must be done to maintain it. Within a month of entering the race, Vice President Kamala Harris has erased
Vice presidential nominee Gov. Tim Walz headlined the evening, which included a speech by former President Bill Clinton and several celebrity performances. CHICAGO—Democrats held the third rally of their national convention on Aug. 21, making the case that Vice President Kamala Harris is a strong leader who will lead the nation to a brighter future.