While a new generation of protesters is leading the demonstrations at the 2024 DNC, some who participated in the 1968 protests are returning. Source
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A new generation of protesters takes on DNC in Chicago
With the DNC back in Chicago, thousands are once again protesting. Mark Strassmann spoke with new organizers and those who took part in the infamous 1968 demonstrations about what they expect to see this year. Source
Kamala Harris fueling Democratic enthusiasm, CBS News poll shows
A new CBS News poll shows more Democrats say they will definitely vote after Kamala Harris took over for President Biden as the Democratic presidential nominee. CBS News elections and surveys executive director Anthony Salvanto has more on the state of the race. Source
Sen. Mark Kelly on Trump vs. Harris, election fairness, bipartisanship
Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona joined CBS News from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago to discuss, among other subjects, the race between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, maintaining a fair election and reaching across the aisle to Republicans. Source
Delaware state senator talks Biden’s legacy, “pride and gratitude” for president
Delaware state Sen. Sarah McBride discusses President Biden’s legacy and the “pride and gratitude” Democrats have for him ahead of his keynote speech on the first night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Source
What to expect from Hillary Clinton’s DNC speech
Day 1 of the Democratic National Convention will feature addresses from President Biden and 2016 Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more on Clinton’s speech and other notes about the convention, including how it differs from last month’s Republican National Convention. Source
Why Chicago was selected to host DNC 2024
The 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago will be the first time the Windy City has hosted the convention since 1996. Adriana Diaz breaks down why Chicago was picked to host this year’s DNC. Source
Breaking down Day 1 of the DNC
President Biden and first lady Dr. Jill Biden are set to speak Monday at the DNC, but they won’t be heard from again after that. Nancy Cordes breaks down that decision and other important moments from Day 1 of the DNC. Source
Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago
The Democratic National Convention began Monday as thousands of delegates arrived in the city. The convention follows a weekend bus tour of western Pennsylvania for Vice President Kamala Harris, as both she and former President Trump are campaigning heavily in the key battleground state. Ed O’Keefe reports. Source
Daytime talk show legend Phil Donahue dies at age 88
Phil Donahue, the daytime talk show legend who pioneered the participation of the live studio audience, has died. He was 88. Source