2016 Democratic National Convention
From Hall & Oates To The Roots, A Tour Through The Sounds Of Philadelphia
The City of Brotherly Love has a rich history of unique songwriters and musicians that many experts rank among the best American rock, soul and hip-hop.
Assessing Hillary Clinton's Big Speech, And Her Moment In History
Clinton addressed supporters at the Democratic National Convention last night as the country's first female presidential nominee of a major political party.
Clinton Set To Speak Tonight As Obama Passes The Baton
President Barack Obama told delegates last night that there has never been a more qualified person to be president than Hillary Clinton.
Hillary Clinton Known As 'A Very Loyal Friend,' Wellesley College Classmate Says
For three years in the late 1960s, Suzanne Salomon and Hillary Clinton were suitemates at Wellesley College in Massachusetts.
With Clinton Set To Accept The Nomination, How Will She Embrace Obama's Legacy?
NPR's Tamera Keith joins Here & Now's Robin Young to discuss the speeches made at the DNC last night, and what to expect Thursday night.
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How Well Do We Know Hillary Clinton?
Former President Bill Clinton spoke last night about his life with his wife Hillary Clinton, trying to make her relatable to voters who don't trust her.
Wednesday Night's DNC Speeches To Feature Party's Present, Future
Democratic strategist Jamal Simmons joins Here & Now's Robin Young in Philadelphia to look ahead to tonight's speeches.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar On Race And Law Enforcement: 'We Ask Too Much' Of Police
Abdul-Jabbar, a retired NBA legend and author, is one of many celebrities attending the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.
Fellow Wellesley College Alums React To Clinton's Historic First
Hillary Clinton has said her experience at the all-women's college was life-changing.
Illinois Rep. Jan Schakowsky On The DNC, Hillary Clinton's Candidacy
Schakowsky took office in 1999, during then-President Bill Clinton's second term in the White House.
Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders Get Family Support At The DNC
Former President Bill Clinton promoted his wife as “the best darn change-maker I ever met in my entire life" during his speech Tuesday night.
Protesters At The Democratic National Convention Call For Change
We talk with protesters focusing on racial issues.
Bernie Sanders Urges Supporters To Vote For Clinton
Sanders' supporters will get a chance to do just that during tonight's roll call vote on Clinton's nomination.
Helping Homeless Veterans In Philadelphia
With both presidential candidates promising more for veterans, we visit an organization in Philadelphia that's helping them right now.
Debbie Wasserman Schultz Will Not Gavel In The DNC; Bernie Sanders Booed By Supporters
Embattled Democratic chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz told a Florida newspaper that she will not gavel in the Democratic National Convention later today.
Pennsylvania May Play A Bigger Role Than Usual In The Presidential Race
Things are changing in a state that's usually voted Democrat.
Protesters Brave Heat Wave As Democrats Convene To Nominate Clinton
Protests started over the weekend, and are expected to continue through the convention this week.
Democratic VP Pick Tim Kaine’s Career As A 'Pragmatic Progressive'
Kaine started as a civil rights lawyer in Richmond, Virginia and then turned to politics, working his way to the U.S. Senate.
As The DNC Opens in Philadelphia, The View From A Veteran Democratic Senator
Here & Now's Robin Young talks with Democratic Michigan U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow for her views on what her party faces this fall.
For Some Anti-Abortion Rights Voters This Year, Neither Candidate Appeals
The 2016 Democratic Party platform includes strong pro-abortion rights language. In contrast, the Republican platform called for repealing Roe vs. Wade.