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DNC Recap: Key Takeaways

Public Wise is thrilled to be at the DNC this year, where it has been an incredibly exciting and dynamic time. There is an undeniable energy at the convention as key figures discuss the pressing issues of our times! Here’s a quick recap of the most memorable moments from the event.

• Taking center stage: Vice President Kamala Harris energized the crowd with an unexpected entrance on day 1, thanking President Biden and invoking a new slogan: "When we fight, we win."
• History is being made: Hillary Clinton emphasized how historic the moment we are in is, celebrating Harris's candidacy as a breakthrough for women, particularly women of color.
• Diverse voices to the front: The opening night showcased?diversity, with speakers from various backgrounds, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Mayor Karen Bass, who paid tribute to Harris’s trailblazing leadership.
• Abortion rights for all: Emotional testimonies from women highlighted the urgency of protecting abortion rights, a central theme throughout the convention.
• Civil rights and labor:?Jaime Harrison and Senator Raphael Warnock reflected on the ongoing fight for civil rights, while union leaders like Shawn Fain emphasized Harris's commitment to workers.
• Trump under fire: Speaker after speaker, including Michelle Obama?and former Trump staffer Stephanie Grisham, criticized Former President Trump’s record and his actions during and after his presidency.

As the DNC continues, one message rings loud and clear: the time is now. Our democracy is on the line, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. The voices and stories shared this week remind us of the urgent need to stand up, fight for our rights, and ensure that our nation remains a place where everyone’s voice is heard. Let’s keep the momentum going and continue the fight for a stronger, more just democracy! Follow along on our Instagram to see our coverage of the event!

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ICYMI

Our "In Case You Missed It" section recaps the headlines we think are important for the week, ensuring you're up to date with the latest happenings.

• With false ‘coup’ claims, Trump primes supporters to challenge a Harris win

Amid a tight presidential race, Donald Trump has tried to delegitimize Kamala Harris’s nomination and undermine confidence in this year’s election.

• Vance and Walz are still relatively unknown, but the governor is better liked, an AP-NORC poll finds

Tim Walz and JD Vance have vaulted themselves out of national obscurity as they hustle to introduce themselves.

• He joined the force after allegedly storming the Capitol. He was just arrested.

John Carl, who recently worked as a police officer in North Carolina, was arrested for his alleged actions during the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol.

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