DNC 2024 Day 4: Kamala Harris shares vision of her presidency

Harris has accepted the party's nomination.

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Last updated: Friday, August 23, 2024 3:46AM GMT
Kamala Harris invites voters to chart a 'new way forward'

CHICAGO -- The Democratic National Convention will kick off its fourth and final night Thursday.

After a week of Democrats' most prominent figures rallying the party faithful, Vice President Kamala Harris accepted her party's nomination for president.

The theme of the final night is "For Our Future," according to convention organizers.

ABC News will have special coverage of the DNC -- including primetime coverage from 10 p.m. until 11 p.m. ET on ABC and on ABC News Live from 7 p.m. until 12 a.m. ET.

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Aug 23, 2024, 2:55 AM GMT

Harris accepts presidential nomination

Harris accepted the party's nomination behalf of the American people.

Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during the Democratic National Convention Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, in Chicago.
Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during the Democratic National Convention Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, in Chicago.

"With this election, our nation has a precious, fleeting opportunity to move past the bitterness, cynicism, and divisive battles of the past, a chance to chart a new way forward," she said.

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Aug 23, 2024, 2:44 AM GMT

Harris received a three-minute standing ovation

From the time she stepped foot on stage to being able to begin her speech in earnest, three minutes passed as the crowd cheered her on.

Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during the Democratic National Convention Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, in Chicago.
Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during the Democratic National Convention Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, in Chicago.

"Let's get to business," she said at one point, laughing and thanking the audience.

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Aug 23, 2024, 2:40 AM GMT

Harris wishes husband a happy anniversary

Harris thanked her husband, second gentleman Doug Emhoff, for being an "incredible" partner and father and wished him a happy 10th anniversary as he watched her from the crowd.

"I love you so very much," she said.

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Aug 23, 2024, 2:39 AM GMT

Harris thanks Biden

The vice president thanked Biden for his service nothing that "history will show and your character is inspiring."