The 2024 Democratic national convention was held on 19-22 August in Chicago. Kamala Harris officially accepted the party nomination, along with her vice-presidential pick, Tim Walz
September 2024
Taylor Swift has endorsed Kamala Harris. Donald Trump has only himself to blame
The former US president did what no one else could do: cracked Swift’s inscrutable veneer by annoying her into action with an Instagram post backing Harris
American psyche
‘Shut up and dribble’ no more: US athletes juggle the interplay of sports and politics
As more athletes publicly express their political views, politicians also referencing sports to boost their standing
Kamala Harris is steering clear of Hillary Clinton’s feminist messaging – and it’s working
Emma Brockes
This Democratic campaign isn’t about breakingthe ‘glass ceiling’. Maybe that’s the best way of beating Trump, says Guardian columnist Emma Brockes
‘Brat’ Kamala or ‘dragon mother’ Pelosi? This meme machine is a risky strategy in a high-stakes election
Nesrine Malik
The Democrats are hoping to win voters over on vibe alone. But feelings are fickle, and people could be persuaded either way, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik