Democratic National Convention Returns to Chicago

As the Democratic National Convention returns to Chicago, parallels are drawn between the 2024 event and the tumultuous 1968 convention, marked by chaos and protests against the Vietnam War. This year's convention will see Kamala Harris nominated for president, following a significant shift in the Democratic campaign landscape after President Biden's withdrawal. Historical reflections highlight the impact of the 1968 convention on party dynamics and the emergence of a 'Law and Order' narrative that aided Richard Nixon's election. Jesse Jackson's influential 'Rainbow Coalition' speech from the 1984 convention is also being commemorated, emphasizing themes of diversity and inclusion within the party. Experts discuss how the media's portrayal of these events has evolved, alongside cultural influences from that era. Ultimately, while echoes of the past resonate, Democrats hope for a different outcome this time around.