Elissa Slotkin tells DNC crowd to reject frauds who 'wrap themselves in a flag': Watch
U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), a U.S. Senate candidate, took the stage at the 2024 Democratic National Convention, emphasizing the importance of national security and global leadership in the upcoming election. Drawing on her experience as a former CIA officer and Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense, Slotkin warned voters of the stakes in November.
"Trump wants to take us backwards," Slotkin said. "Our vision is based on our values—the values that took us to the shores of Normandy and helped us win the Cold War."
Slotkin urged Democrats to "reclaim their patriotism", rejecting those who "wrap themselves in a flag but spit in the face of the freedoms it represents."
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What to know about Elissa Slotkin
Who is she: Elissa Slotkin represents Michigan’s 7th Congressional District, which is slightly north and west of Detroit, encompassing Lansing, Michigan. She was first elected in 2018 and is currently running for Michigan’s open Senate seat, facing Republican nominee Mike Rogers, a former congressman.
What role she plays: With a national security background and moderate politics, Slotkin can appeal to more conservative Democrats and undecided voters.
Key quote: ""You are here because you love your country. Do not give an inch to pretenders who wrap themselves in a flag but spit in the face of the freedoms it represents."
Watch Elissa Slotkin's full speech here:
When and where is the DNC
The Democratic National Convention will take place from August 19-22 in Chicago, Illinois.
The United Center, home of the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks, will be the main venue for the DNC.
Chicago has hosted the Democratic Convention 11 times, most recently in 1996 when the United Center saw President Bill Clinton was nominated for a second time.
How to watch and stream the 2024 DNC
The convention will air live on its website, from the United Center in Chicago between 6:15 p.m. and 11 p.m. Eastern (5:15 p.m. to 10 p.m Central) on Monday, and 7 p.m to 11 p.m. Eastern (6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central) the other days.
USA TODAY will provide livestream coverage on YouTube each night of the DNC, Monday through Thursday.
What are the themes for each night of the DNC?
The DNC announced nightly themes for the convention. The title of the convention is "For the People, For Our Future."
Here are the themes for each night:
Monday: "For the People"
Tuesday: "A Bold Vision for America's Future"
Wednesday: "A Fight for our Freedoms"
Thursday: "For our Future"
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