Kamala Harris

Remarks After the Roll Call at the 2024 Democratic National Convention - Aug. 20, 2024

Kamala Harris
August 20, 2024— Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Vice President Harris appeared via video from a campaign rally in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois, following the conclusion of the roll call at the convention.

Good evening, Milwaukee! And hello to everyone joining us from exciting Chicago. [cheers] The delegates from the Democratic National Convention—well, they just completed their roll call. [cheers] And they have nominated Coach Walz and me to be the next vice president and president of the United States of America. [cheers] And I thank everyone there and here for believing in what we can do together. We are so honored to be your nominees. This is a people-powered campaign and together we will chart a new way forward! [cheers] A future for freedom, opportunity, of optimism and faith. So to everyone in Chicago and across America—thank you, thank you. [cheers] Thank you. And you’re going to hear from our wonderful second gentleman shortly. I'll see you in two days, Chicago. [cheers]


CBS News. “Kamala Harris speaks after DNC roll call nominating her for president.” YouTube video, 1:35. Aug. 20, 2024. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZpVhWoLLs14