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Harris Promises ‘Opportunity Economy’ and Commitment to Allies in Acceptance Speech, as Biden Fades Away

Many voters have so far viewed Harris as a departure from the incumbent president, and it appears she’d like to keep it that way.

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Vice President Harris waves surrounded by balloons on the last night of the Democratic National Convention August 22, 2024, at Chicago. AP/J. Scott Applewhite
MATTHEW RICE
MATTHEW RICE

In her nomination acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention Thursday, Vice President Harris made the case for an “opportunity economy” and a commitment to America’s allies.

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MATTHEW RICE
MATTHEW RICE

Mr. Rice, based in the nation's capital, covers current events in politics.

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