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Founded in 1828, the Democratic Party is one of two major political parties in the United States. The party nominated Vice President Kamala Harris as candidate for the 2024 presidential election.

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November 3, 2024

US election: Kamala Harris opens 'Saturday Night Live'

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Kamala Harris gives public concession speech at Howard University on November 6

What's next for US Democrats after a heavy election loss?

What's next for US Democrats after a heavy election loss?

After Trump's victory, Democrats need to be a strong opposition party, and come up with their own convincing policies.
PoliticsNovember 8, 2024
An image showing headshots of both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.

Harris and Trump wrap up 2024 election campaigns

Harris and Trump wrap up 2024 election campaigns

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump made their final pitches to pivotal Pennsylvania voters on the eve of US Election Day.
PoliticsNovember 5, 202401:59 min
Voters cast their ballots for Early Voting at the Los Angeles County Registrar's Office

What happens on US Election Day? And after that?

What happens on US Election Day? And after that?

Polls have opened in the US. Voters will decide whether to send Kamala Harris or Donald Trump to the White House.
PoliticsNovember 5, 2024
sign reading "vote here/aqui"

What early voters say about the US presidential election

What early voters say about the US presidential election

More than 77 million people have already cast their ballots in this year's presidential election.
PoliticsNovember 4, 202402:16 min
A side view of Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris speaking into a microphone she is holding in her left hand while gesturing with her right hand.

How different would Kamala Harris be from Joe Biden?

How different would Kamala Harris be from Joe Biden?

A Kamala Harris election win would be historic for the US, but how many fresh ideas would she bring to the White House?
PoliticsNovember 3, 202404:03 min
Vice President Kamala Harris as Harris tours the Hemlock Semiconductor Next-Generation Finishing facility in Hemlock, Michigan

Harris, Trump both prioritize US tech interests

Harris, Trump both prioritize US tech interests

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris may differ on science, but both aim to protect US interests in developing new technology.
PoliticsNovember 1, 2024
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Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (left) and Vice President Kamala Harris (right) board the Air Force Two passenger plane a day after Harris named Walz as her running mate for the 2024 US presidential election.

US election: Who is Tim Walz, Kamala Harris's running mate?

The governor of Minnesota supports progressive policies, and Democrats hope his everyman appeal can win rural votes.
PoliticsOctober 29, 2024
Taylor Swift in a glittering bodysuit on state during a concert of her Eras Tour. She's looking straight at the camera and pointing.

Taylor Swift and the US election: Do endorsements matter?

Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz, were overjoyed when the singer shared her support for the Democratic team.
PoliticsSeptember 19, 2024
Kamala Harris smiles broadly and claps her hands while standing at a podium. Behind her, people in the crowd hold placards reading "Kamala"

Why Kamala Harris' laugh is a secret weapon

Laughter seems to be an intrinsic part of Harris' presidential campaign, much to the chagrin of Donald Trump.
CultureAugust 14, 2024
Voters cast their ballots for early voting during previous midterm elections in the United States.

Campaign cash: Will corporate America decide US election?

The US election campaign is a costly affair, aided by donations from the superrich. Does money decide the outcome?
BusinessAugust 14, 2024
Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz arrive at a campaign rally in Philadelphia, smiling and waving

Kamala Harris hits campaign trail with running mate Tim Walz

Democrats are hoping the Minnesota governor will win over voters in battleground states like Wisconsin and Michigan.
PoliticsAugust 7, 202402:33 min
US Vice President Kamala Harris laughs heartily as she stands behind a lectern

Harris galvanizes US voters, but challenges remain

Since she entered the presidential race, Harris has generated huge momentum — but is it enough to beat Donald Trump?
PoliticsAugust 2, 202402:08 min
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