Kamala Harris Accepts Historic Nomination at Democratic National Convention

Vice President Kamala Harris accepts the Democratic presidential nomination at the DNC, presenting her vision for the country while criticizing Donald Trump. Her goals include sharing her background, contrasting visions, and evoking patriotism. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, and Al Sharpton also speak, while singer Pink performs.

Vice President Kamala Harris capped off the Democratic National Convention on Thursday night by accepting her party's historic presidential nomination. This moment marked one of her last significant opportunities to appeal to millions of Americans.

Harris outlined her vision for the nation and presented her case against Republican Donald Trump. Her objectives included sharing her ascent from a middle-class upbringing to her role as a prosecutor, contrasting her positive vision with Trump's negative agenda, and invoking a sense of patriotism, according to a campaign official.

Other notable speakers preceding Harris included Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, civil rights leader Al Sharpton, and American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten. Additionally, singer Pink performed. Harris becomes the first Black woman and person of South Asian descent to accept a major party's presidential nomination. Tim Walz, her running mate, also spoke, emphasizing his background to appeal to Midwestern voters, and his 17-year-old son Gus openly wept, showing heartfelt support.

(With inputs from agencies.)