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The Democrat National Convention 2024: It’s about the Party

The Democratic National Convention (DNC) recently centered on the nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidency, emphasizing both her historic candidacy and the broader values upheld by the Democratic Party. Thus far, the convention featured key figures in the Democrat Party such as Hillary Clinton, Former U.S. Secretary of State and 2016 Democratic Presidential Nominee, Former President Bill Clinton - 42nd President of the United States,  Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez - U.S. Representative for New York's 14th Congressional District, Chuck Schumer - U.S. Senate Majority Leader, Former President Barack Obama - 44th President of the United States, Michelle Obama - Former First Lady of the United States, Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi - 52nd Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of Transportation and former mayor of South Bend, Indiana, and  Bernie Sanders - U.S. Senator from Vermont

. Their speeches underscored the unity and ideals that the party stands for. However, it was noticeable and somewhat disappointing that former President Jimmy Carter, a significant figure in the party's history, was not mentioned.

President Joe Biden’s speech was particularly inspirational. His decision to step aside and endorse Vice President Harris showcased his courage and selflessness, reinforcing the message of unity and the core principles of the Democratic Party. This approach stood in stark contrast to what was observed at the Republican National Convention (RNC).

In contrast, the RNC was almost entirely centered around Donald Trump. The absence of prominent Republicans like Mitt Romney, former President George W. Bush, and Ron DeSantis was striking. These figures, historically key players in the party, were replaced by speakers who were largely members of Trump’s family—his children, daughter-in-law—and figures like the head of the national wrestling association. The convention also featured a performance by Kid Rock, further highlighting the shift in focus. he lack of traditional Republican leaders at the RNC was telling. It underscored how the Republican Party has transformed into the "Party of Trump." There was minimal acknowledgment of a lasting legacy, and figures like Ronald Reagan were barely mentioned. The GOP has morphed into a party that now appears to champion little more than white nationalism, far-right Christianity, and authoritarian ideals. It’s as though the Republican Party, as it existed before Trump, has been erased.

Conservatives who once had a strong voice within the GOP have been marginalized in this new "Party of Trump." It’s difficult to imagine that the late William F. Buckley Jr., a cornerstone of conservative thought, would have endorsed Trump. This dramatic shift could very well spell the death knell for the Republican Party as it was once known—the party of Reagan, the Bushes, Romney, and McCain.

Should Trump be defeated in the upcoming election, the Republican Party may face an existential crisis. The party, as it has been under Trump's leadership, could struggle immensely to recover, potentially rendering it a shadow of its former self. The GOP may be on the verge of becoming a dead party, grappling with the damage done during Trump's tenure. 

 

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