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First Night Of Democratic National Convention Recap

Aug 20, 2024 by Brandon Lewis @nerovisum - 0 Comments
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Key Takeaways from the First Night of the Democratic National Convention

Democrats kicked off their convention in Chicago on Monday by bidding farewell to President Joe Biden, who later capped off the evening with a symbolic hand-off to Vice President Kamala Harris. Biden praised Harris as “the best decision I made my whole career,” highlighting her qualities as a leader and stressing her potential to become a president the nation can be proud of.

The evening showcased the party’s shift, as Democrats, who were divided just weeks ago, unified around Harris and against her Republican opponent, former President Donald Trump.

Attacks on the GOP Nominee

Democrats targeted Trump over his stance on abortion rights, his legal troubles, and his policies, which they argued favor the wealthy at the expense of working people. Senator Raphael Warnock emphasized the importance of unity, likening a vote to “a kind of prayer for the world we desire for ourselves and our children.”

Harris’s Historic Potential

The Democratic National Convention also underscored Harris’s historic candidacy, with Hillary Clinton reflecting on her own experience as the first woman to be a major party’s presidential nominee and expressing hope that Harris would finally break the “glass ceiling.”

Biden’s Farewell Speech

Biden’s speech was a valedictory gesture, where he recalled his journey during the 2020 campaign and touted the achievements of his administration. He wove in criticisms of Trump and expressed gratitude for the progress made during his presidency. The night was a celebration of Biden’s legacy, with the crowd rallying behind him as he passed the baton to Harris.

Clinton’s Call for a Breakthrough

Clinton returned to the convention stage to rally support for Harris, urging Americans to seize the moment and break the “highest, hardest glass ceiling.” She connected her legacy with Harris’s future, calling on the nation to stand together and win the upcoming election.

Focus on Abortion Rights

The night included poignant moments as Democrats lambasted Trump for his role in dismantling Roe v. Wade, leading to restrictive abortion laws across the country. Stories from women who were directly impacted by these laws highlighted the stakes of the upcoming election.

Gaza Conflict De-emphasized

The conflict in Gaza, a divisive issue within the Democratic Party, was largely downplayed during the night’s speeches. While President Biden acknowledged the suffering on both sides, most speakers avoided the topic, reflecting the party’s cautious approach to the issue.

Spotlight on Project 2025

Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow took aim at the conservative Heritage Foundation’s “Project 2025” agenda, which she linked to Trump’s potential second term. She warned that the agenda represents an expansion of presidential powers that would undermine American democracy, likening it to the workings of a dictatorship.

These key moments from the first night set the stage for the rest of the Democratic National Convention, emphasizing unity within the party and framing the upcoming election as a critical moment in American history.

Russian Warships Depart Havana’s Port After Five-Day Visit to Cuba

Jul 19, 2024 by Nerovisum - 0 Comments

Russian Warships On Havana’s Port.

HAVANA (AP) — A fleet of Russian warships, including a nuclear-powered submarine, departed from Havana’s port on Monday after a five-day visit to Cuba. This visit followed planned military drills in the Atlantic Ocean and is perceived by some as a display of strength by Moscow amidst the ongoing tensions, with the U.S. and other Western nations supporting Kyiv in Russia’s conflict with Ukraine.

The departing fleet comprised a submarine, a frigate, an oil tanker, and a rescue tug, which left the port on Monday morning.

The fleet’s next destination within the Caribbean remains uncertain. However, U.S. officials have speculated that the vessels might also make a stop in Venezuela.

Last week, officials from the Biden administration stated they were monitoring the Russian vessels and confirmed that they did not pose a threat to the region, nor did they indicate a transfer of missiles. In response, the United States docked the submarine USS Helena at its Guantanamo Bay Naval Base in Cuba.

The American naval base, situated in the southeastern part of the island approximately 1,000 kilometers (625 miles) from Havana, is regarded by the Cuban government as illegally occupied territory.

The Russian fleet arrived at the port last week following the Russian Ministry of Defense’s announcement that the fleet had completed successful military drills in the Atlantic Ocean, which included simulating a missile attack on targets more than 600 kilometers (375 miles) away.

The fleet, which included the frigate “Gorshkov,” the nuclear-powered submarine “Kazan,” the tanker “Pashin,” and the tug “Nikolai Chiker,” was welcomed in Havana with a 21-gun salute.

On Saturday, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel toured the frigate and engaged with the sailors, as he mentioned in a post on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.

Meanwhile, Cuban Deputy Foreign Minister Carlos Fernández de Cossío condemned the presence of the American submarine at the Guantanamo Base, asserting that it was both unwelcome and uninvited.

A State Department spokesperson stated last week that Russia’s port calls in Cuba are “routine naval visits” and do not present any threat.

On Thursday, the day after their arrival, hundreds of people queued up to tour the frigate. The ship was also open to the public on Saturday, a customary practice for visiting vessels.

On Friday, Canada’s navy patrol boat Margaret Brooke entered Havana harbor.

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