DNC 2024 Day 4 live updates: Harris says she will 'fight for America's future'

Harris set her agenda in a rousing speech at the DNC.

ByAlexandra Hutzler, Ivan Pereira, Meredith Deliso, Tal Axelrod, and Brittany Gaddy
Last Updated: August 22, 2024, 11:30 PM EDT

The moment that millions around the country have been waiting for took place Thursday at the Democratic National Convention as Vice President Kamala Harris accepted the nomination for the presidency.

Harris took the stage to a roaring standing ovation and soon set her agenda in a rousing speech.

Whether it was immigration, reproductive rights or foreign security, the vice president showcased a sharp contrast in policies to former President Donald Trump.

Harris's speech was preceded by a who's who of leaders from both sides of the aisle who all made the case that she is the best person to be the nation's leader.

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Democratic presidential nominee and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris takes the stage on Day 4 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois, Aug. 22, 2024.
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    Aug 22, 2024, 8:40 PM EDT

    Steph Curry makes video appearance

    Recent Olympic gold medalist and Golden State Warriors point guard Steph Curry made a video address at the convention.

    The video included clips of Harris meeting with the Olympic men's basketball team during a practice.

    "That unity on and off the court reminded us all that together, we can do all things and continue to inspire the world. That's what I believe. That Kamala, as president, can bring that unity back and continue to move our country forward," he said.

    Aug 22, 2024, 8:39 PM EDT

    Gen Z congressman addresses climate crisis

    Florida Rep. Maxwell Frost, the first Gen Zer elected to Congress, spoke about how Harris and Walz plan to address the climate crisis, including through creating jobs that invest in clean energy.

    Maxwell Frost, the 27-year-old representative from Florida, spoke about climate change on the final day of the Democratic National Convention.
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    Gen Z congressman gets crowd on their feet during full DNC speech

    Maxwell Frost, the 27-year-old representative from Florida, spoke about climate change on the final day of the Democratic National Convention.
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    "Fighting the climate crisis is patriotic, and unlike Donald Trump, our patriotism is more than some damn slogan on a hat," he said.

    Aug 22, 2024, 8:29 PM EDT

    Human-trafficking survivor reflects on Harris' fight for victims

    Courtney Baldwin, a survivor of sex trafficking and now a youth organizer, spoke about how then-California Attorney General Kamala Harris shut down the illicit website that listed her and other victims for sale.

    Baldwin said she yearned for hope during those dark moments when she was able to hold on to pursue her dreams.

    Courtney Baldwin spoke during the final day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
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    Human trafficking survivor calls Harris ‘fearless’ during DNC speech

    Courtney Baldwin spoke during the final day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
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    "Vice President Harris is fearless, compassionate, and she still gives me hope. She's protected people like me her whole life, and I know she'll fight for us all as president," she said.

    Aug 22, 2024, 8:27 PM EDT

    Healey says she 'can't wait' for September debate

    Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey said she can't wait to see Harris "prosecute the case against Donald Trump" during their ABC News debate on Sept. 10.

    Governor of Massachusetts Maura Healey speaks on the fourth and last day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Aug. 22, 2024.
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