Demonstrations Ahead of Convention

Published: Mon, 08/19/24

Updated: Sun, 08/25/24

Protests in Chicago ahead of the DNC saw feminist and pro-Palestinian groups rallying to demand an end to U.S. aid to Israel while pushing for a longer protest route.Insert Preheader


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Demonstrations Ahead of Convention

WGN-TV

Protests in Chicago ahead of the DNC saw feminist and pro-Palestinian groups rallying to demand an end to U.S. aid to Israel while pushing for a longer protest route.

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President Biden To Pass the Baton

Washington Monthly

Biden faces the challenge of passing the baton to Harris at the DNC, balancing his legacy with boosting her candidacy while managing mixed emotions about stepping aside.

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Every Battleground State Is Tied

CBS News

CBS’s latest estimates show that Harris and Trump are tied across all key battleground states, as the intense competitiveness of the race and support remain evenly split in crucial regions.

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Harris Summer Numbers Have Risen

Associated Press

Kamala Harris heads into the DNC with her favorability rating rising to 48%, up from 39% earlier this summer, showing increased support among Democrats, young adults, and women.

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Harris Now Has 5-Point Lead

ABC News

Kamala Harris leads Donald Trump by 5 points in a head-to-head matchup, but Trump retains an advantage on key issues like the economy and immigration, according to a new poll.

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The Path to 270 Is Reshaped

CNN

Harris has reshaped the electoral map, providing her with more potential paths to 270 electoral votes than Biden had, as several battleground states shift from leaning red to toss-ups.

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Cooling Down American Politics

The Washington Post

Lederach argues that Americans can ease political tensions by stepping out of their bubbles, rehumanizing adversaries, and engaging in meaningful dialogues across divides.

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Trump May Regret Explosion on Kemp

Politico

Donald Trump's ongoing feud with Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, which culminated in a public attack at a recent rally, risks undermining his support in the essential swing state.

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Chicago Readies for Protestors

The New York Times

Activists are pushing for policy changes on Gaza as Democrats hold their convention. Chicago officials are confident they will avoid a repeat of the chaos that unfolded in 1968.

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Pennsylvania Slipping Away From Trump

Financial Times

Trump is losing ground in PA as Harris gains with the state's growing Hispanic population, while Trump's lack of outreach and focus on MAGA themes risks his chances.

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The 47 Seconds That Saved Harris

Yahoo! News

Kamala Harris narrowly won her 2010 race for California attorney general after a debate gaffe by her opponent, Steve Cooley, which turned the tide in her favor and saved her political career.

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Hollywood Readies for DNC Closeup

The Hollywood Reporter

Kerry Washington, Mindy Kaling, Tony Goldwyn, and Ana Navarro have been tapped to host the 2024 DNC, each taking the stage on one night of the four-day event in Chicago.

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Trump's Medal of Dishonor

The Atlantic

Trump faced criticism for stating that the Presidential Medal of Freedom is "much better" than the Medal of Honor, showing a misunderstanding of the significance of military valor.

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Dems See Kennedy's Desperation

The Hill

Democrats view RFK Jr.'s attempts to meet with both Harris and Trump as signs of desperation to keep his third-party campaign afloat as he struggles to build support.

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Reversed Aging in the Rainforest

BBC

The Tsimane people of the Amazon experience slower aging in their hearts and brains, with studies showing healthier arteries and less brain atrophy than those in developed nations.

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Russia Says Western Weapons Being Used

Al Jazeera

Russia accused Ukraine of using Western-made rockets to destroy a bridge in the Kursk region, hindering civilian evacuations amid ongoing incursions into Russian territory.

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Chinese and Philippine Ships Clash

The Guardian

Chinese and Philippine ships collided near the disputed Sabina Shoal in the South China Sea, causing damage to both vessels as tensions over territorial claims continue to escalate.

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Florida's Python Season Is Here

Yahoo! News

Efforts to control invasive Burmese pythons in the Florida Everglades ramp up, with hunters working through the night in state-sponsored challenges to protect native wildlife.

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Caitlin Clark Breaks WNBA Rookie Record

ESPN

Caitlin Clark broke the WNBA rookie record for assists, reaching 232 in the Indiana Fever's win over the Seattle Storm, surpassing Ticha Penicheiro's 1998 record with 12 games remaining.

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Doja Cat and Joseph Quinn in London

Entertainment Weekly

Doja Cat is reportedly dating “Stranger Things” actor Joseph Quinn, two years after asking his co-star Noah Schnapp to play matchmaker despite a brief fallout over leaked messages.

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Harris Wants Her Staff Vaccinated 

For the Left

Kamala Harris's presidential campaign mandates COVID-19 vaccinations for employees, in line with CDC guidelines, as a condition of employment unless prohibited by law. 

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Part of CA Online Safety Law Blocked

For the Right

A federal appeals court upheld an injunction against California's Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, citing likely First Amendment violations by forcing companies to express views on harmful content. 

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