Harris prepares for pivotal DNC speech

Vice President Kamala Harris is preparing for a crucial speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. She made a surprise visit to the stage on the first night of the convention. Harris aims to achieve three major goals with her speech.

True patriotism means fighting to make our nation better for each generation.

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— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) August 21, 2024

She wants to share her personal story, frame her campaign against Donald J. Trump as a battle between progress and regression, and reclaim the concept of patriotism for the Democratic ticket. Harris has been taking this address very seriously.

Tim Walz will be an exceptional vice president. He and Kamala Harris are fighting for Americans’ freedoms and against Trump’s extreme agenda.

Tune in as we kick off the third day of the Democratic National Convention.
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— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) August 22, 2024

She has conducted rehearsals with teleprompters in three different time zones.

.@KamalaHarris and @Tim_Walz have a bold vision for America’s future. I’ve never been more optimistic about the future of our country.

Tune in as the second day of the Democratic National Convention begins.
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— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) August 21, 2024

Since declaring her candidacy a month ago, she told her advisors that this speech and any debates in the fall would be critical moments in her campaign. The initial draft of her remarks was circulated when she was still aiming for a second term as President Biden’s vice president. With only 75 days left until the election, this address will be Harris’s most prominent national appearance since her rise to the top of the Democratic Party. Adam Frankel, a former speechwriter for President Barack Obama and now an advisor to Harris, is the lead writer of the speech. He is incorporating input from a wide array of contributors. Harris herself has been diligently refining the address almost line by line. The stakes are high as Harris steps onto the national stage. She is ready to deliver a speech that could significantly impact her campaign and the upcoming election.

Harris prepares for pivotal moment

DNC attendees shared their hopes for Kamala Harris’ speech. One delegate from Colorado wants to hear Harris’ vision for the future for all Americans. A transgender delegate from Nebraska expects inclusivity from Harris, referencing the LGBTQ+, Hispanic, and Asian Pacific communities. Another attendee believes a Harris presidency will usher in a “new generation” of politics in America, with new faces, women, transgender, gay and lesbian people, and people of color. A member of the Potawatomi Nation Tribal Council wants Harris to acknowledge the hard work of her supporters and show that she accepts everybody from all races and all working environments. A member of the LGBTQ+ caucus hopes that the theme of “freedom” will be reflected in Harris’ remarks, emphasizing the freedom to be true, authentic selves and represent America. Harris’ speech is expected to address key objectives that underscore her campaign’s commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and collective progress. On the first day of the convention, Tim Walz, the Governor of Minnesota, accepted the vice-presidential nomination and delivered a stirring speech. Walz’s speech emphasized his Midwestern roots and small-town neighborliness. The convention also featured surprise appearances from Oprah Winfrey and performances by Stevie Wonder. The message of the night centered on choosing “joy over anger” and looking towards a brighter future. Harris faces her biggest test yet as she delivers her keynote speech, directly appealing to millions of viewers. Her campaign has portrayed a hopeful vision for America, contrasting sharply with Trump’s stark warnings about immigration and crime. Harris, aiming to become the first woman and first woman of color president, is expected to highlight her experience as a prosecutor and her optimistic view of the country’s future. The final night of the convention, under the theme “For Our Future,” will conclude with Harris’s address. As the nation prepares for November’s election, Harris’s speech will be a pivotal moment in the race to the White House.