Harris set her agenda in a rousing speech at the DNC.
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.
When Kinzinger spoke about Harris protecting democracy, he was speaking to an issue voters trust Harris on. She leads Trump by 6 points on the issue of "protecting American democracy" in an ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll from earlier this month. 77% of voters also said this issue was important in determining their vote.
—538's Monica Potts
Attendees are excited for the next speaker, whoever it is.
As Cooper called on swing state delegations to stand up for Harris, one attendee said, “and stand up for Beyoncé.”
Cooper, who represents a potential battleground state Democrats are looking to flip from red to blue, described Harris as a "fighter" for American families ahead of her acceptance speech.
The governor was on the VP contender shortlist but removed himself from consideration, saying he strongly supported Harris but it wasn't the right time for North Carolina or for him to be on the national ticket.
Maya Harris, the vice president's sister, discussed her family's upbringing and how their mother, Shyamala Gopalan Harris, instilled a hard work ethic and compassion for others.
"She raised us to believe that we could be and do anything, and we believed her. You see, mommy understood the power and the possibility that come with knowing and showing who you truly are," she said.
Maya Harris said that her sister has always brought joy and optimism.
She ended saying that her mother would have been so proud of Kamala Harris' success.
