Party faithful have been streaming through the Chicago airport as the Democratic National Convention kicks off today following a tumultuous month for the party that saw vice-president Kamala Harris swiftly ascend to the top of the ticket.
Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, right, and second gentleman Doug Emhoff wave as they board Air Force Two at Pittsburgh International Airport, Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, in Pittsburgh.
It's been only a few weeks since Biden removed himself from the race for president due to mounting criticism of his age and ability to win following a disastrous debate with his Republican opponent, former president Donald Trump. “Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are fighting for the American people and America’s future — Donald Trump is only fighting for himself,” said convention chair Minyon Moore in a news release Sunday.
Kirsten Hillman, Canada’s ambassador to the U.S., as well as Liberal MP John McKay, co-chair of the Canada-U.S. Interparliamentary Group, will be attending the convention. Hillman also attended the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee last month. Harris is now in a virtual tie with Trump in the presidential race, according to a Pew Research Center survey released last week. Among Harris’ supporters, 62 per cent said they back her strongly. A month ago, only 43 per cent felt the same way about Biden.
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