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Obama Night at the DNC (feat. Julia Louis-Dreyfus)

2024/8/21
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Barack and Michelle Obama, along with Doug Emhoff, delivered powerful speeches at the DNC, showcasing their support for Kamala Harris. Emhoff's heartwarming speech focused on his love for Harris and their family. Michelle Obama delivered a stirring address, connecting with everyday Americans and subtly criticizing Donald Trump. Barack Obama's speech focused on unity and turning the page on the Trump era.
  • The Obamas and Doug Emhoff delivered highly effective speeches at the DNC.
  • Emhoff's speech focused on his love for Kamala Harris and their blended family.
  • Michelle Obama connected with viewers by sharing personal stories and subtly criticizing Trump.
  • Barack Obama emphasized the importance of unity and moving past the Trump era.
  • The speakers aimed to persuade voters by focusing on shared values and experiences.

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Barack and Michelle Obama and Doug Emhoff make the argument for Kamala Harris with a trio of pitch-perfect speeches to the delegates in Chicago. Harris accepts the nomination with a surprise live greeting broadcast from her packed rally in Milwaukee. Then, California Senator Laphonza Butler joins the show to talk about the Kamala Harris she's gotten to know over the years, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus talks to Jon and Lovett about getting involved with politics—and all those Veep comparisons.

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