US Democrats open convention transformed by Kamala Harris’ ascendance

The four-day gathering of thousands of activists and party leaders from across the nation is designed to celebrate and strengthen Ms Harris as President Joe Biden’s replacement

Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris greets members of the Aliquippa High School football team

A refreshed Democratic Party reintroduces itself to a divided nation this week, having been transformed by the money, momentum, relief and even joy that followed Vice President Kamala Harris‘ rise to the top of its ticket.

The whiplash of the last month culminates in a convention that begins on Monday in Chicago.