Chaos and Controversy: Highlights from the 2023 Democratic National Convention

The US Democratic National Convention faced protests from pro-Palestinian activists, leading to a tense atmosphere as key party figures addressed the crowd. Amidst the chaos, the party formally nominated Tim Walz as vice presidential candidate and reaffirmed Joe Biden's position as the presidential nominee despite his reluctance to run again. Kamala Harris's platform, which has drawn criticism for its populist measures, was largely unchanged, reflecting a strategic choice by party leaders to mitigate risks ahead of the upcoming election.