Month: August 2020

U.S. Senator Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic nomination for vice president on Wednesday, becoming the first Black woman and Asian-American on a major U.S. presidential ticket.  Harris summarized her life story on the third day of the Democratic National Convention, on an evening that featured women headliners, moderators and speakers.  Harris spoke directly to millions of women, young Americans and voters of color, constituencies Democrats need for Biden to defeat President Trump.

The choice of a running mate has bolstered Biden’s chances against Trump.  Biden, 77, would be the oldest person to become president if he is elected. His age has led to speculation he will serve only one term, making Harris a potential top contender for the nomination in 2024. Biden named Harris, 55, as his running mate last week to face incumbents Trump, 74, and Vice President Mike Pence, 61.

Former first lady and U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, the 2016 Democratic presidential nominee who lost to Trump, said, “This can’t be another woulda coulda shoulda election. No matter what, vote. Vote like our lives and livelihoods are on the line, because they are.”

Others speakers on Day 3 of the DNC were Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi, and U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, who ran against Biden in the 2020 primary.

2020 Democratic National Convention, Day 3: Live updates

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Kamala Harris is set to accept the Democratic party’s nomination for vice president.

08/19/2020 9:50 PM

 

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The Democratic Party officially nominated Joe Biden as their presidential candidate on Day 2 of the National Convention. The DNC began the second day of its convention with speeches from former Presidents Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter, as well as Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Stacey Abrams, and Jill Biden, amongst many others.

With many speakers appearing remotely amid the coronavirus pandemic, the event included a program called “Roll Call Across America,” featuring voters, delegates, teachers, small-business owners and leaders from all 57 states and U.S. territories.

The second day of the convention included meetings of the LGBTQ, rural and Native American caucuses, and the veterans and military families, climate crisis and Jewish councils.

2020 Democratic National Convention, Night 2: Live updates

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Bill Clinton and Jill Biden are both scheduled to speak on Tuesday.

08/18/2020 9:48 PM

 

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency Tuesday as extreme heat and wildfires took over the state.

Newsom’s declaration comes after about 20 wildfires caused by lightning led to evacuations in several Northern California counties. The fires, known as the Santa Clara Unit Lightning Complex, were situated in Alameda, Contra Costa, San Joaquin, Santa Clara and Stanislaus counties. Officials ordered evacuations in Alameda, Contra Costa and Stanislaus counties, and issued warnings elsewhere.

In Southern California, firefighters have nearly contained the Apple Fire, which as of Tuesday morning burned more than 33,000 acres. The blaze spans across Riverside and San Bernardino counties, north of Banning. It’s situated mostly in the San Bernardino National Forest.

In neighboring Los Angeles County, the Lake Fire grew to more than 21,000 acres and was 38% contained.

California declares state of emergency as it fights fires, extreme weather

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared … serious heat wave that rolled in over the weekend. On…

08/18/2020 8:36 PM

 

In light of mounting pressure from Democrats, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy on Monday agreed to testify before a House panel next week.

Tennessee Democratic Congressman Jim Cooper, along with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, demanded the head of the United States Postal Service respond to recent claims the USPS is meddling in the upcoming election process. The postmaster is now set to appear before the “urgent” House Oversight panel on August 24. Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold on Monday also threatened legal action against DeJoy, issuing a statement accusing the postal service and president of potentially colluding to “suppress voters.”

 President Donald Trump has been accused of attempting to slow up postal deliveries as a means of derailing mail-in voting ahead of this November’s elections. Postmaster DeJoy is a major Republican Party fundraiser and is a former deputy finance chairman of the Republican National Committee.

Postmaster general to testify in Congress as Trump denies ordering mail slowdown

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Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has accepted Democrats’ request to testify before the House…

08/17/2020 10:08 PM

 

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Bernie Sanders, Republican John Kasich and former first lady Michelle Obama were among the famous speakers showing support for Joe Biden on the first day of a virtual convention to formally nominate him as the Democratic nominee in the November presidential election. The first night of speakers consisted of some in real time, as well as pre-recorded remarks and montages featuring front line workers, small business owners and an array of voters.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo also spoke, saying in part, “Now we need a leader as good as our people. A leader who appeals to the best within us, not the worst. A leader who can unify, not divide. A leader who can bring us up, not tear us down. I know that man. I’ve worked with that man. I’ve seen his talent. I’ve seen the strength. I’ve seen his pain, and I’ve seen his heart. That man is Joe Biden.”

Former Ohio Governor John Kasich, a Republican, said, “Yes, there are areas where Joe and I absolutely disagree. But that’s OK because that’s America. Because whatever our differences, we respect one another as human beings, each of us searching for justice and for purpose.”

5 key takeaways from 1st night of Democratic National Convention

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Key takeaways from the first night of the Democratic National Convention, where Democrats are…

08/17/2020 11:17 PM

 

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