{"id":2330175,"date":"2024-08-23T16:32:02","date_gmt":"2024-08-23T20:32:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-dnc-in-photos-washington-examiner\/"},"modified":"2024-08-23T16:35:43","modified_gmt":"2024-08-23T20:35:43","slug":"the-dnc-in-photos-washington-examiner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-dnc-in-photos-washington-examiner\/","title":{"rendered":"The DNC in photos &#8211; Washington Examiner"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">14<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fthe-dnc-in-photos-washington-examiner%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2330175&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>The Democratic National Convention took place in Chicago from August 19-22, \u20642024, culminating with Vice President Kamala Harris accepting the party&#8217;s nomination. This event followed President Joe Biden&#8217;s exit from the\u200c race, \u2064rallying delegates with \u200cthe hope of uniting against former President Donald Trump. The atmosphere inside the United Center was vibrant, bolstered by \u200bcelebrity endorsements and\u2064 Democratic star power, \u200cresembling a celebratory dance party. However, outside, protests related to the Israel-Hamas conflict occurred, revealing divisions among pro-Palestinian Democrats regarding Harris&#8217;s stance.<\/p>\n<p>Notably, this convention embraced social media by granting access to 200 influencers\u2064 who produced\u2062 content live from a specially constructed stage. Throughout the convention, various scenes highlighted the excitement for Harris, including speeches from key figures and performances\u200c by artists like Pink. Additionally, there were moments\u2064 of political significance, with notable attendees and fashion statements \u200bfrom delegates.<\/p>\n<p>the convention showcased a mix of enthusiasm and underlying tensions,\u2064 positioning Harris as a central figure \u2063for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/ron-desantis-at-cpac-highlights-future-of-republican-party-moving-forward-dont-ever-back-down\/\" title=\"Ron DeSantis At CPAC Highlights Future Of Republican Party Moving Forward: \u2018Don\u2019t Ever Back Down\u2019\">party moving forward<\/a>.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"readmore\">\n    <button onclick=\"showReadMore()\" id=\"readmorebtn\">Read more&#8230;<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<hr id=\"line\">\n<span id=\"more\"><\/p>\n<p><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><\/p>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><span class=\"tdb-mobile-menu-button\"><i class=\"tdb-mobile-menu-icon td-icon-mobile\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><span class=\"tdb-header-search-button-mob dropdown-toggle\" data-toggle=\"dropdown\"><i class=\"tdb-mobile-search-icon td-icon-search\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><span class=\"tdb-mobile-menu-button\"><i class=\"tdb-mobile-menu-icon td-icon-mobile\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\">\n<div class=\"tdb-drop-down-search\" aria-labelledby=\"td-header-search-button\">\n<div class=\"tdb-drop-down-search-inner\">\n<form method=\"get\" class=\"tdb-search-form\" action=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/\"><\/form>\n<div class=\"tdb-aj-search\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/#\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Search\" class=\"tdb-head-search-btn dropdown-toggle\" data-toggle=\"dropdown\"><i class=\"tdb-search-icon td-icon-search\"><\/i><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\">\n<h1 class=\"tdb-title-text\">The Democratic National Convention in photos<\/h1>\n<div><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-title-line\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\">\n<div id=\"Brid_1736650\" class=\"tpd-featured-video bridtv\"><\/div>\n<p><strong>CHICAGO &mdash;<\/strong> The four-day <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/dnc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Democratic National Convention\">Democratic National Convention<\/a> ended with Vice President Kamala Harris accepting the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/breaking-arizona-state-rep-issues-call-to-withhold-states-electoral-college-votes-to-joe-biden-due-to-significant-evidence-of-fraud\/\" title=\"BREAKING: Arizona State Rep Issues Call to Withhold State&#039;s Electoral College Votes to Joe Biden Due to Significant Evidence of Fraud\">party&#038;rsquo<\/a>;s nomination just 32 days after a politically weakened President <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/tag\/joe-biden\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Joe Biden\">Joe Biden<\/a> dropped out of the race.<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-paywall\">\n<p>The swift uniting around Harris and the prospect of a better chance to block former President Donald Trump from returning to the White House invigorated delegates inside the United Center in Chicago. Assisted by Democratic star power and celebrity endorsements, the celebratory mood inside the convention was often like a dance party. Outside, however, protests over the Israel-Hamas war persisted, and pro-Palestinian Democrats said Harris has yet to quash their concerns that developed under Biden.<\/p>\n<p>Unique to this convention, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/campaigns\/presidential\/3126840\/traditional-press-fuming-dnc-convention-seating-chicago\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"200 social media influencers\">200 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/minneapolis-dems-buying-influence-online-to-shape-public-opinion-ahead-of-trial-of-officer-accused-in-floyd-death\/\" title=\"Minneapolis Dems buying influence online to shape public opinion ahead of trial of officer accused in Floyd death\">social media influencers<\/a><\/a> earned credentials to the DNC to develop pro-Harris content for TikTok and other platforms. The DNC constructed a state-of-the-art stage for them on the convention floor and rolled out the blue carpet for their live dispatches.<\/p>\n<p>Below are scenes from the DNC in Chicago from Aug. 19-22 captured by<em> Washington Examiner<\/em> photographer Graeme Jennings. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Social media influencers with prime DNC access<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Social media influencers work the blue carpet area at the Democratic National Convention at the United Center. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro-Gaza protesters descend on the DNC<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Protesters march on the first day of the Democratic National Convention on Aug. 18, 2024, in Chicago. Multiple planned protests took place during the convention. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A protester is arrested and carried away by police on the first day of the Democratic National Convention on Aug. 18, 2024, in Chicago. Anti-Israel protesters tried to break through the perimeter near the convention. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Delegate fashion choices<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wisconsin delegates wear cheese hats at the United Center on Aug. 20, 2024 in Chicago. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Michael Cohen attends the DNC<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Michael Cohen, former attorney for former President Donald Trump, attends the Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago, Aug. 20, 2024. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Excitement for Harris after Biden says his farewell<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">An attendee at the Democratic National Convention holds up a picture of Presidential nominee Kamala Harris on the second day of the convention. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oprah Winfrey&rsquo;s surprise appearance<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Talk show host Oprah Winfrey speaks onstage during the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 21, 2024, in Chicago. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wes Moore lays the groundwork for his political future<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gov. Wes Moore (D-MD) departs after <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/cryptocurrency-lender-genesis-files-for-bankruptcy-months-after-ftx-collapse\/\" title=\"Cryptocurrency Lender Genesis Files for Bankruptcy Months After FTX Collapse\">speaking onstage<\/a> during the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 21, 2024, in Chicago. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tim Walz and his family take the spotlight<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Democratic vice presidential candidate Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) and wife Gwen Walz wave to the crowd after his remarks on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Minnesota first lady Gwen Walz and son Gus Walz and Hope Walz look at Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) during his speech on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 21, 2024, in Chicago. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pink performs while rumored guest Beyonce doesn&rsquo;t show up<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Musician PINK, her daughter Willow Sage Hart, and guitarist Justin Derrico perform during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 22, 2024, in Chicago. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gretchen &lsquo;Big Gretch&rsquo; Whitmer addresses the DNC<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) gestures to the crowd onstage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 22, 2024, in Chicago. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scenes from the United Center floor<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Delegates and attendees wave flags on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Harris accepts the Democratic Party nomination <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris arrives onstage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 22, 2024, in Chicago. (Graeme Jennings\/Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Balloon drop closes out the DNC<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Attendees celebrate with balloons after Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic presidential nomination during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 22, 2024, in Chicago. (Graeme Jennings \/ Washington Examiner)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p> <script data-cfasync=\"false\" src=\"http:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/cdn-cgi\/scripts\/5c5dd728\/cloudflare-static\/email-decode.min.js\"><\/script><script>!function(){var g=window;g.googletag=g.googletag||{},g.googletag.cmd=g.googletag.cmd||[],g.googletag.cmd.push(function(){g.googletag.pubads().setTargeting(\"has-featured-video\",\"true\")})}();<\/script><script>var _bp=_bp||[];_bp.push({\"div\":\"Brid_1736650\",\"obj\":{\"id\":\"27789\",\"width\":\"1280\",\"height\":\"720\",\"stickyDirection\":\"below\",\"video\":\"1736650\"}});<\/script><script defer src=\"https:\/\/services.brid.tv\/player\/build\/brid.min.js\"><\/script><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"tdb-block-inner td-fix-index\"><\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Democratic National Convention in Pictures<\/p>\n<p>CHICAGO \u2014 The four-day Democratic National Convention concluded with Vice President Kamala Harris accepting the party&#8217;s nomination, just 32 days after a politically weakened President Joe Biden exited the race. The rapid rallying behind Harris and the potential for a stronger chance to prevent former President Donald Trump from reclaiming the White House energized delegates at the United Center in Chicago. With support from prominent Democrats and celebrity endorsements, the atmosphere inside the convention often resembled a festive dance party. However, outside, protests regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict continued, with pro-Palestinian Democrats expressing that their concerns under Biden remain unaddressed by Harris. Notably, this convention featured 200 social media influencers who received credentials to create pro-Harris content for platforms like TikTok. The DNC set up an advanced stage for them on-site and provided a blue carpet for their live reports.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some highlights from the DNC in Chicago held from August 19-22 as captured by Washington Examiner photographer Graeme Jennings:<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; **Social Media Influencers**: Influencers engage with attendees on the blue carpet at the Democratic National Convention.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; **Pro-Gaza Protests**: Demonstrators march on August 18 during opening day of the convention; several protests were organized throughout.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; **Arrests During Protests**: A protester is taken away by police as anti-Israel demonstrators attempt to breach security near the venue.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; **Delegate Fashion**: Wisconsin delegates sport cheese hats at United Center on August 20.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; **Michael Cohen&#8217;s Attendance**: Former Trump attorney Michael Cohen is present at DNC events on August 20.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; **Harris Enthusiasm Post-Biden Farewell**: An attendee holds up an image of Kamala Harris during her nomination acceptance day.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; **Oprah Winfrey&#8217;s Surprise Appearance**: Talk show host Oprah Winfrey speaks during Day Three of the convention on August 21.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; **Wes Moore\u2019s Political Aspirations**: Governor Wes Moore (D-MD) speaks before leaving stage on Day Three of DNC proceedings.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; **Tim Walz Takes Center Stage**: Vice presidential candidate Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN) waves to supporters following his speech alongside his family.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; **P!nk Performs Amid Speculation About Beyonc\u00e9**: Musician P!nk performs with her daughter and guitarist Justin Derrico during closing day festivities.<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; **Gretchen Whitmer Addresses Attendees**: Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer gestures enthusiastically while speaking on final day.<\/p>\n<p>Scenes included delegates waving flags and celebrating as Kamala Harris took to stage to accept her nomination amidst cheers and a balloon drop marking a festive conclusion to this year&#8217;s Democratic National Convention<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3300,"featured_media":2330176,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/082324_DNC_WEEKLY_EDIT-6-1024x683.webp","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[538],"tags":[7705,37977,9773,35078,32076],"class_list":["post-2330175","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner","tag-dnc","tag-news-coverage","tag-photos","tag-political-events","tag-washington-examiner"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/082324_DNC_WEEKLY_EDIT-6-1024x683.webp","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2330175","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3300"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2330175"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2330175\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2330176"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2330175"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2330175"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2330175"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}