Area Democrats will direct their attention to Chicago this week as the Democratic National Convention occurs. The event is taking place approximately a month after former President Donald Trump formally accepted the presidential nomination and named JD Vance his running mate during the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. According to Newsweek, current President Joe Biden, former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, and several Democratic governors are scheduled to speak before Kamala Harris and Tim Walz accept their nominations as President and Vice-President, respectively. Kewaunee County Democratic Party Chairperson Stan Johnson believes the theme of the week will be centered around what the party can do for all Americans.

The Democratic National Convention runs from August 19th to 22nd.