Category: Democratic National Convention

Palestinian and Jewish runners jog together during DNC to push for cease-fire, hostage release: ‘We believe enough is enough’

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Before starting a four-mile run, about a dozen joggers warmed up at Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park Tuesday morning. Some stretched, while others handed out gray t-shirts to newcomers.  On the front, in a white, simple font, was the message “Ceasefire Now. Hostage/Prisoner Release.” And on the back — “All for All.”  “This war hasn’t offered more security to the Israelis or freedom to the Palestinians. We believe enough is enough,” said organizer Anan Abu-Taleb.  The morning runs during this week’s Democratic National Convention are the brainchild of Abu-Taleb, the former mayor of Oak Park who was born in Gaza, […]

Volunteers and delegates bring the grassroots and excitement to Democratic National Convention

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While political big shots and protesters may draw the big headlines at the Democratic National Convention, this year’s largely ceremonial event sealing Vice President Kamala Harris as its presidential candidate depends on the thousands of volunteers and delegates who make it run. Hours before the doors opened for the evening’s “For the People”-themed festivities at the United Center, hundreds of people began to make their way through security checkpoints. Vendors sold Harris shirts and buttons, while a truck carrying a Trump flag circled outside. Amy Grossman, 66, traveled from Florida to volunteer in the communications department. Her husband is also […]