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Democrats Feature Everyday Americans in Marquee Moments of Night One of the 2024 Democratic National Convention: “For the People”
All four nights of the convention will feature everyday Americans who make up the backbone of the Democratic Party
CHICAGO — Today, the Democratic National Convention is featuring everyday Americans from across the country marquee moments of Night One. These Americans come from different backgrounds, different communities, and different experiences, but they all believe that Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz are the leaders America needs to protect our democracy and fight for our freedoms.
Below are the Americans who are participating in marquee moments of tonight’s Democratic National Convention program.
Invocation
- Cardinal Blase Joseph Cupich, Archdiocese of Chicago
Presentation of Colors
- Illinois State Police Honor Guard
Pledge of Allegiance
- William and Charles Harrison, ages 9 and 5
National Anthem
- Soul Children of Chicago – A Grammy Award-winning choir, the Soul Children of Chicago empowers children through education, career guidance, international cultural experiences, and music.
Benediction
- Rabbi Michael S. Beals – Temple Beth El, Newark, DE
- Pastor Cindy Rudolph – Oak Grove African Methodist Episcopal Church, Detroit, MI