Skip to content

Democrats, via Chicago — Congressional Hits and Misses

Week ending Aug. 23, 2024

CHICAGO — Democrats put on a massive show in the Windy City this past week, showcasing a wide array of speakers amid a jubilant, party-like atmosphere inside the packed-to-the-rafters United Center. The convention culminated Thursday with Vice President Kamala Harris’ formal acceptance of the nomination to lead her party atop the presidential ticket. Here are highlights from a whirlwind week in Chicago.

Recent Stories

Food, and Nazis, for thought — Congressional Hits and Misses

The pro wrestlers the Democratic Party needs to emulate

Judge orders temporary end to freeze on foreign aid spending

Photos of the week ending February 14, 2025

GOP budget framework gets over initial hurdle in House

Takeaways: White House visit by India’s Modi becomes mini trade summit