Several school newspapers around Chicago have been following and writing about the Democratic National Convention, which wrapped up Thursday evening with Kamala Harris’s speech accepting her party’s nomination for the office of president.
- University of Chicago Lab School
- Naperville Central High School
- Kaneland High School (Maple Park)
- West Chicago Community High School
- Niles West High School (Skokie)
Ms Harris’s acceptance speech started out by opening up to all Americans:
Her acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention was a historic moment, The Independent noted, as she became the first woman of color to accept a major party’s presidential nomination.
The speech was well-received, focusing on the dangers of a potential second Trump presidency, emphasizing her commitment to leading the nation with integrity, and drawing a sharp contrast between her vision and that of her opponent. The speech resonated strongly with viewers, achieving higher ratings than Donald Trump’s recent address, particularly in key swing states.