The Democratic National Convention Kicked Off Monday; Here Are Some Of Our Favorite Moments

The Democratic National Convention kicked off on Monday night, and the event was filled with inspiring moments and motivation. 

The first night of the week-long Chicago rally drew thousands, with several guests gracing the stage. “Scandal” star Tony Goldwyn hosted night one, welcoming speakers including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Hillary Clinton.  VP nominee Tim Walz was in the crowd alongside his wife, Gwen and Kamala Harris’ husband, Douglas Emhoff.  Walz is expected to officially accept his nomination for vice president on Thursday, with Harris, who will receive the presidential nomination on the main stage.  However, Harris left her supporters stunned when she briefly addressed the crowd.  Her presence garnered a standing ovation, partially due to her wearing a tan suit, which was the same color as the one that sparked outrage during Barack Obama’s term. 

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At the DNC, Vice-President Kamala Harris just came out to surprise delegates and attendees. pic.twitter.com/sFqzLjPbvf

— Yashar Ali 🐘 (@yashar) August 20, 2024

Y'all I'm crying. She came out in a tan suit 😂🤣

FOX News is seething. #DNCConvention2024 #DNCC #DNC2024CHICAGO #DNC pic.twitter.com/Fd7L8JsyKn

— Dana Abercrombie (@sagesurge) August 20, 2024

Harris is expected to speak more on Thursday, though she still used the moment to praise President Joe Biden for his service. 

“Joe, thank you for your historic leadership, for your lifetime of service to our nation, and for all you will continue to do.  We are forever grateful to you,” Harris proudly stated. 

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At the DNC, Vice-President Kamala Harris just came out to surprise delegates and attendees. pic.twitter.com/sFqzLjPbvf

— Yashar Ali 🐘 (@yashar) August 20, 2024

Before and after Harris’ moment, several others stood out, including the presence of Rep. Jasmine Crockett and President Biden himself, making the night all the more special. 

Reverend Jesse Jackson made a surprise visit to greet delegates

Jesse Jackson takes the stage at the DNC to greet delegates pic.twitter.com/1nro4ckj5H

— Reda (@RedaMor_) August 19, 2024

Rep. Jasmine Crockett drags Donald Trump

BREAKING: Jasmine Crockett just demolished Donald Trump for being born with a spoon in a mouth and still being a criminal fraudster. Donald Trump is exactly who shouldn’t be representing hardworking Americans. Retweet so all Americans see this.pic.twitter.com/vneKNAup0N

— Kamala’s Wins (@harris_wins) August 20, 2024

President Joe Biden tearing up while receiving a standing ovation

BREAKING: The crowd has erupted in applause for President Biden. This is an emotional but important moment. Democrats love Joe Biden. Retweet so all Americans see this and can thank President Biden for his years of selfless service. pic.twitter.com/cLWmQHpRUs

— Kamala’s Wins (@harris_wins) August 20, 2024

The crowd chanting “Lock him up” while Hillary Clinton speaks on Donald Trump’s felony convictions

Democrats are chanting "lock him up" during a Hillary Clinton speech. Need a moment to process this. pic.twitter.com/ur0NuYzAOW

— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) August 20, 2024

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says Donald Trump would sell America for $1

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez at the DNC.

“I, for one, am tired of hearing about how a two bit union buster thinks of himself as more of a patriot than the woman who fights every single day to lift working people out from under the boots of greed trampling on our way of life.” pic.twitter.com/BU7q9SBrSV

— MSNBC (@MSNBC) August 20, 2024