The Democratic National Convention in Chicago has shifted from somber to celebratory as Vice President Kamala Harris has become the new nominee. Thousands of delegates, including Connecticut’s 74 delegates, are attending the four-day event, hoping to carry the momentum. The convention will feature a mix of work, play, parties, and primetime events, with Harris’ acceptance speech as the highlight. Protests are expected outside the convention hall throughout the week. Notable speakers include Gov. Wes Moore, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, and Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro. Connecticut’s top female officials will host a cookie and coffee event, while U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy has his own lineup of events. Democrats are looking to draw a contrast with Republicans and highlight their agenda. The convention will culminate with Harris’ nomination on Thursday. Biden’s keynote speech will kick off the event on Monday night, transitioning the focus to Harris as the head of the Democratic Party and the next generation of leaders. The convention will address policy proposals, with Biden and Harris making the case for their administration. Overall, the mood has shifted to excitement and anticipation for what is to come from the party during this historic convention.
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CT delegates gather at DNC to support Harris: ‘Most popular event of the night’
