Live: Kamala Harris' Ode To Her Mother As She Accepts Presidential Nomination

US Vice President Kamala Harris is addressing the American public on the final night of the National Democratic Convention (DNC) in Chicago on Thursday. In her anticipated keynote speech, Harris praised her outgoing boss, President Joe Biden, as she formally accepted her party's nomination for the upcoming presidential race.

Harris' address will follow the nomination of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. Walz introduced himself to the nation on Wednesday, highlighting his readiness to support Harris in the bid for the White House.

In her keynote address, Kamala Harris shared her personal story. During speech, Harris articulated her vision for America's future, contrasting it with what her campaign characterises as former President Donald Trump's "dark, conservative" vision for a second term in the Oval Office.

The final day of the convention featured addresses from several prominent Democratic figures, including Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, civil rights leader Al Sharpton, and Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers. 

The theme for the fourth and final day of the DNC is "For Our Future".

The convention's concluding night promises to set the stage for the upcoming election, with Harris and her allies aiming to rally support and energise voters ahead of the November election.

Here are the Live updates of the US Democratic Convention day 4:

Aug 23, 2024

08:54 (IST)

Kamala Harris' Message For America As She Accepts Presidential Nomination
Vice President Kamala Harris today formally accepted the Democratic Party's 2024 presidential nomination to fight against her Republican rival Donald Trump.

Aug 23, 2024

08:45 (IST)

"Let Us Write Next Great Chapter": Kamala Harris Signs Off Fiery Speech
"Let's go out and vote for it. Together, let us write the next great chapter in the most extraordinary story ever told. God bless the United States of America," she said.

Aug 23, 2024

08:42 (IST)

Kamala Harris Supports Israel, Says Palestinians's Suffering "Devastating" Amid Gaza War
"I will always stand up for Israel's right to defend itself and ensure it has the ability to defend itself. At the same time, what has happened in Gaza is devastating. Desperate, hungry people fleeing for safety. The scale of suffering is devastating," she said.

Aug 23, 2024

08:37 (IST)

Trump Encourage Putin To Invade Ukraine: Kamala Harris
"He (Donald Trump) encouraged Putin to invade our allies. He said Russia could "do whatever the hell they want". I helped mobilise a global response to defend against Putin's aggression," she said.

Aug 23, 2024

08:35 (IST)

I Refuse To Play Politics With Our Security, Kamala Harris Attacks Trump Over Border Control
"I refuse to play politics with our national security. Here's my pledge, as president I will bring back the border security bill that Donald Trump killed. We can live up to our proud heritage as a nation of immigrants," she said.

Aug 23, 2024

08:26 (IST)

Trump Will Use Presidency To Serve Himself, Says Kamala Harris
"Imagine how he would use the power of the presidency of the US. He will use it to serve the only client he has ever had -- himself. His plan is to send our country back, but we are not going back, America," she said.

Aug 23, 2024

08:24 (IST)

"Donald Trump Is An Unserious Man": Kamala Harris
"Donald Trump is an unserious man. When he failed to throw away your votes he sent an armed mob to the Capitol. He fanned the flames. He was found guilty of fraud and separately found liable for committing sexual abuse. If we give him power again, consider her intent to set free violent extremists," she said.

Aug 23, 2024

08:22 (IST)

"Will Be President For All Americans": Kamala Harris

"I know there are people of various political views watching tonight. And I want you to know: I promise to be a president for all Americans. I will be a president who unites us around our highest aspirations. A president who leads -- and listens. Who is realistic. Practical. And has common sense. And always fights for the American people. From the courthouse to the White House, that has been my life's work," she said

Aug 23, 2024

08:18 (IST)

Kamala Harris Accepts Nomination As Democratic Presidential Nominee: "On Behalf Of My Mother"
"On behalf of every American, on behalf of my mother and on behalf of everyone whose story could only be written in the greatest nation of Earth, I accept your nomination to be president of the United States of America," she said.

Aug 23, 2024

08:16 (IST)

Kamala Harris Recount Story About School Friend Who Was Sexually Abused
US Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris recounted the story of her school friend who was sexually assaulted by her stepfather. She said she decided to become a prosecutor to help people like her.

Aug 23, 2024

08:13 (IST)

Kamala Harris' Ode To "Tough, Courageous" Mother Shymala Gopalan
"My mother was brilliant 5 foot tall brown woman with an accent. She was tough, courageous and a trailblazer in the fight for women's health. She taught us to never complain about injustice but to do something about us," she said.

Aug 23, 2024

08:07 (IST)

"Joe, Your Character Is Inspiring": Kamala Harris Thanks Biden In Speech
"Joe, I am filled with gratitude. Your record is extraordinary as history will show. Your character is inspiring. Doug and I love you and Jill," she said.

Aug 23, 2024

08:02 (IST)

Kamala Harris Begins Speaking At Democratic National Convention

Aug 23, 2024

07:48 (IST)

Kamala Harris' Sister Maya Harris Speaks At Democratic Convention

Aug 23, 2024

07:29 (IST)

Comedian Apologises To Kamala Harris: "You Give Me Hope For The Future"

Comedian DL Hughley apologised to Vice President Kamala Harris for his criticism of her record as California's attorney general.

"She put her hand on my shoulder and she asked me to do some research. Something I had never done. Something a lot of people I know had never done before. Imagine attacking someone's character without a single Google search. I'm here apologising in front of the whole damn world. I was wrong. And I'm so very glad I was wrong because Kamala, you give me hope for the future," he said.

Aug 23, 2024

06:59 (IST)

Mass Shooting, Gun Violence Victims' Families and Survivors Speak Up
Survivors and relatives of victims of gun violence and mass shootings share their stories at the Democratic National Convention.

Aug 23, 2024

06:56 (IST)

Kamala Harris' Niece, Stepdaughter Praise Her Ahead Of Big Speech

Vice President Kamala Harris' niece Meena Harris, stepdaughter Ella Emhoff and goddaughter Helena Hudlin delivered joint remarks at the Democratic National Convention.  

Aug 23, 2024

05:55 (IST)

Democratic Convention Final Day Live: Kamala Harris To Vow To Be "President For All Americans' In Convention Speech
Kamala Harris will vow to be a "president for all Americans" in remarks delivered on the final night of the Democratic Party's convention in Chicago, according to excerpts released by her campaign Thursday.

"I know there are people of various political views watching tonight. And I want you to know: I promise to be a President for all Americans," Vice President Harris will tell the Democratic National Convention. "I will be a President who unites us around our highest aspirations. A President who leads -- and listens."

Aug 23, 2024

04:33 (IST)

What Will Kamala Harris Speak About On Day 4 Of Democratic Convention
Kamala Harris is poised to deliver the biggest speech of her political life on Thursday as she accepts the Democratic presidential nomination in Chicago after a historic turnaround in the 2024 White House race.

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