Nancy Pelosi, who worked to convince Joe Biden to drop his reelection bid, nevertheless thanks him for his service on day one.
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Kamala Harris takes the stage during a surprise day-one appearance.
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An attendee looks on with clasped hands.
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Minnesota governor Tim Walz backstage at the United Center.
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Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez delivering one of most praised speeches of the night.
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An appearance from Reverend Jesse Jackson brought the hometown audience to its feet and to tears.
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Hillary Clinton speaks as her party is set to nominate its next woman candidate.
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A sea of colors among the convention attendees.
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Protesters take a breather on unused picket signs. Promises of tens of thousands marching against Israel’s war in Gaza fell far short.
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Country artist Mickey Guyton serenades the crowd.
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Doug Emhoff, the first Second Gentleman, in conversation with Walz.
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President Joe Biden takes the stage.
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Biden wipes away tears after being introduced by his daughter, Ashley.
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