City of Milwaukee 1 of 3 finalists to host 2020 Democratic National Convention
MILWAUKEE -- The Democratic National Committee named four finalists for the location of the 2020 DNC Convention: Milwaukee, Denver, Houston and Miami Beach.
Bid submitted: Milwaukee invites Democrats to 'fresh coast' for 2020 national convention
MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee is touting itself as America's "fresh coast" in a bid for the 2020 Democratic National Convention.The city formally submitted its bid Monday, June 18 to host the convention.In the cover letter for the bid, Milwaukee Barrett also wrote:
Mayor Barrett submits letter to DNC chair, suggests new Bucks' arena as venue for 2020 convention
MILWAUKEE -- "Come to our city" -- that's the message from Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett to the Democratic Party.
'We're proud of this renaissance:' Milwaukee leaders announce bid for DNC in summer 2020
MILWAUKEE – A coalition of community leaders and elected officials announced on Wednesday, Feb. 21 the City of Milwaukee’s intention to bid for the 2020 Democratic National Convention.
Clinton wraps up Democratic National Convention with vision of unity: "All Americans together"
MILWAUKEE -- All the cards on the table and it seems this week's Democratic National Convention has Democrats who were split or unsure of their choice, dealt in.
Russian ships displayed during DNC tribute to vets -- but it happened in 2012
Yes, Russian ships were displayed during a Democratic National Convention tribute to veterans.
"I trust her:" Rep. Gwen Moore says Hillary Clinton sees different vision of America
PHILADELPHIA -- Wisconsin Congresswoman Gwen Moore took direct aim at Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump during her speech at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday, July 28th."Fat pigs, dogs, disgusting.
As Hillary Clinton prepares to officially accept nomination at DNC; surrogates attack Donald Trump
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania -- Hillary Clinton on Thursday night, July 28th is expected to speak at the Democratic National Convention -- officially accepting the Democratic nomination for president on the final day of the DNC.
"If I were president, I would..." 3,000 kids try to break world record in Philadelphia during DNC
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania -- With the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia this week, the presidency is top of mind -- but Hillary Clinton isn't the only one in the city considering what she would do in the White House."If I was the president of the United States, I would..."We have all asked ourselves the question.
Chaotic scene: Anti-TPP protesters shout at U.S. Rep. Ron Kind after speech at DNC
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania -- Anti-trade protesters encircled Wisconsin Congressman Ron Kind -- shouting at him Wednesday, July 27th on Day 3 of the Democratic National Convention.
List of speakers for third night of Democratic National Convention
PHILADELPHIA — A schedule has been released for the third night of the Democratic National Convention.President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden will both speak on Wednesday night.4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (EDT)Call to Order: U.S. Representative Marcia Fudge (Ohio)Invocation: Rev.
"Bernie was wronged!" Sanders supporters staged sit-in after Clinton officially became nominee
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania -- Democrats made Hillary Clinton the first female presidential nominee of a major party in the nation's history on Tuesday, shattering one of the last remaining glass ceilings in American politics.The former first lady, New York senator and secretary of state was formally installed as the party nominee to take on Donald Trump on an emotional night at the Democratic convention in Philadelphia.
DNC chair booed after announcing resignation, Sanders supporters shout 'Bernie or bust' as convention begins
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania -- Instead of a warm welcome from her own Florida delegation, Democratic Party Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz, who on Sunday, July 24th announced she'll resign at the end of her party's convention this week, got shouted down Monday morning, July 25th."Alright everybody -- settle down!
The 2016 Democratic National Convention by the numbers
The Democratic National Convention kicks off its four-day meeting on Monday, July 25, just a few days after the dust settled on the Republicans’ respective gathering.
"We have to try to heal:" Maria Hamilton, mother of Dontre, one of several moms to speak at DNC
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania -- The Democratic National Convention begins Monday, July 25th in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania -- and a key message Democrats will likely emphasize will hit close to home among voters here in Wisconsin.Officer-involved shootings in southeastern Wisconsin are sparking increasing outrage in the community.On Saturday, July 23rd, protesters marched through Mayfair Mall following the shooting death of Jay Anderson.
DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz to step down at end of party's convention
Democratic National Committee chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz says she will step down at end of party's convention.The Florida congresswoman has been under fire following the publication of hacked emails suggesting the Democratic National Committee favored Hillary Clinton in the presidential primaries.That prompted runner-up Bernie Sanders to call Sunday for Wasserman Schultz's immediate resignation.In a statement, Wasserman Schultz says she still plans to fulfill her duties formally opening and closing the convention in Philadelphia.
Amid Wikileaks fallout, some Sanders' supporters don't think Democrats should nominate Clinton
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania -- A major shakeup on the eve of the Democratic National Convention: Debbie Wasserman Schultz announced Sunday, July 24th she is stepping down as chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee at the end of the party's convention, which is set to begin Monday in Philadelphia.
Russ Feingold on the Clinton/Kaine ticket: "Hillary and Tim project an image of stability and hope"
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania -- There is plenty of excitement among Wisconsin Democrats, as the Democratic National Convention is set to get underway Monday, July 25th.U.S. Senate candidate Russ Feingold said he believes Hillary Clinton made an excellent choice in Tim Kaine as her running mate.
Rep. Gwen Moore to speak at Democratic National Convention
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How it works: Wisconsin selects delegates for Democratic National Convention
MILWAUKEE -- The Republicans did it on Saturday, April 16th, and on Sunday, April 17th, it was the Democrats' turn to begin the delegate selection process.