Harris Accepts Democratic Presidential Nomination

Vice President Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic nomination for president during the final night of the Democratic National Convention, which featured speeches from prominent Arizona Democrats including Sen. Mark Kelly and Rep. Ruben Gallego. The convention, held in Chicago, saw lively moments such as a surprise performance by rapper Lil Jon, who rallied the crowd with a voter turnout anthem. Political analysts discussed the significance of Harris' speech and the key issues likely to shape the upcoming election, including state and local tax (SALT) deductions and corporate tax rates. Local watch parties, like the one in Tucson, showcased strong support for the Harris-Walz ticket, and notable figures like Rep. Robert Garcia and Mayor Karen Bass publicly backed Harris. The event highlighted the diverse and energetic support base as early voting approaches.