1st night of the DNC kicks off
The first night of the DNC is underway in Chicago, with the convention officially called to order.
Tonight's theme is "For the people" and the evening is being hosted by actor Tony Goldwyn -- who famously played a president on TV in the ABC series "Scandal."
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