Barack Obama’s : Yes she can’ and the ‘comeback’ of hope: six key takeaways from day two of the Democratic convention
Department of Research, Strategic Studies and International Relations 21-08-2024
The second night of the democratic convention in Chicago featured Barack and Michelle Obama Bernie Sanders, some notable Republicans and other Democratic heavy-hitters. Here are the key takeaways from the day:
The former president ended the second night of the convention with a characteristic call to action: “We’ll elect leaders up and down the ballot who will fight for the hopeful, forward-looking America we believe in. And together, we too will build a country that is more secure and more just, more equal and more free. So let’s get to work.” His speech prompted repeated throwbacks to his own campaign slogans, with the crowd chanting, “Yes she can!” and Obama telling the crowd, “Do not boo, vote!”
Kamala has shown her allegiance to this nation, not by spewing anger and bitterness, but by living a life of service and always pushing the doors of opportunity open to others. She understands that most of us will never be afforded the grace of failing forward. We will never benefit from the affirmative action of generational wealth,” Obama said.
The former first lady described “a deep pit in my stomach, a palpable sense of dread about the future”. But she got a standing ovation when she said, “America, hope is making a comeback.”
