Hundreds of delegates mill around before the start of the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.
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Dr. Cornel West, independent presidential candidate, makes an appearance during a rally by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention at the Union Park, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.
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Adrita Rahman, an uncommitted delegate from Minnesota, tears up during a news conference at McCormick Place on the fourth day of the Democratic National Convention, where faith leaders, politicians, uncommitted delegates and activists advocated for a Palestinian speaker during the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. Rahman said she felt that pro-Palestinian voices were being suppressed during the convention.
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Meryem Maameria, an uncommitted delegate from Minnesota, holds a sign that reads, “Let Palestinians Speak” as other uncommitted delegates who support Palestinians wait to enter the arena of the United Center after a sit-in on the fourth day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. Delegates marched in circles inside the United Center, looking for an entrance where security would let them in. They were turned away at different entry points inside the United Center before they were allowed to enter the arena and take their seats.
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Uncommitted delegates sing, “Ceasefire now” as they link arms and march around the United Center after a sit-in on the fourth day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. Delegates circled the arena, looking for an entrance where security would let them in. They were turned away at different entry points inside the United Center before they were allowed to enter the arena and take their seats.
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A CPD helicopter hovers overhead during a rally by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention at Union Park, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.
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A demonstrator waves a flag atop of baseball diamond fence during a rally by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention at the Union Park, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.
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People pose with a mural of Vice President Kamala Harris outside the United Center on the fourth day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.
Delegates cheer and hold up Coach Walz signs as Governor of Minnesota and Kamala Harris’ Vice Presidential running mate Tim Walz speaks on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.
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Sheeza Woman performs at Drag Night Chicago at the Metro Wednesday night, August 21, 2024.
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Willam performs at Drag Night Chicago at the Metro Wednesday night, August 21, 2024.
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Mica Zandstra, a competitive hobby horse rider, demonstrates how she jumps over a pole with her hobby horse Tilly at Webster Park in the Near South Side, Friday, Aug. 16, 2024.
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A resident who asked not to be identified sits outside her home near the security perimeter fencing at West Monroe and South Wood streets outside the United Center on the third day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.
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The set of “The Daily Show” at the Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture during the show’s four episodes during the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
A hole in King Wok, which sits beside Seafood Junction, located at 2325 W. Madison St. in the Near West Side, is seen in this photo, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024. An employee of the restaurant said law enforcement created the hole as they tried to round up Joshua Zimmerman, a detainee from Mississippi who escaped and hid in the ceiling of Seafood Junction, according to police, prompting a SWAT situation that lasted for more than 15 hours before he was taken into custody.
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White Palace Grill, located at 1159 S. Canal St. in the South Loop, is seen in this photo, Friday, Aug. 23, 2024, hours after a shooting.
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Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris speaks on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris waves to supporters with Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff after speaking on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris speaks on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi sits with delegates and listens to speakers on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Delegates and attendees wave American flags and celebrate on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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An attendee wears “Vote!” earrings on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) gets emotional as she speaks on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Rev. Al Sharpton speaks on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) appears on stage with other Democratic members of Congress who have served in the military on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Delegates cheer on day four of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Thursday, August 22, 2024.|Manuel Martinez/WBEZ
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Delegates cheer on day four of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Thursday, August 22, 2024.|Manuel Martinez/Manuel Martinez/WBEZ
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Delegates cheer on day four of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Thursday, August 22, 2024.|Manuel Martinez/Manuel Martinez/WBEZ
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A worker sits on the floor, waiting to distribute flags to delegates, on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Meryem Maameria, an uncommitted delegate from Minnesota, talks to other uncommitted delegates who support Palestinians outside the United Center after a sit-in on the fourth day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. Delegates marched in circles inside the United Center, looking for an entrance where security would let them in. They were turned away at different entry points inside the United Center before they were allowed to enter the arena and take their seats.|Pat Nabong/Sun-Times
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Uncommitted delegates who support Palestinians gather inside the United Center after a sit-in on the fourth day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. Delegates circled the arena, looking for an entrance where security would let them in. They were turned away at different entry points inside the United Center before they were allowed to enter the arena and take their seats.|Pat Nabong/Sun-Times
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Uncommitted delegates sing, “Ceasefire now” as they link arms and march around the United Center after a sit-in on the fourth day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. Delegates circled the arena, looking for an entrance where security would let them in. They were turned away at different entry points inside the United Center before they were allowed to enter the arena and take their seats.|Pat Nabong/Sun-Times
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Chris Swanson, Sheriff of Genesee County, Michigan, speaks at the United Center, on day four of the Democratic National Convention on, Thursday, August 22, 2024.|Manuel Martinez/Manuel Martinez/WBEZ
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Uncommitted delegates who support Palestinians clap during a news conference outside the United Center after a sit-in on the fourth day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. Delegates waited until 6:30 p.m. for the Democratic party to agree to let a Palestinian speaker take the main stage.|Pat Nabong/Sun-Times
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Delegates attend the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Zubaer Khan/Sun-Times
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A man dons a Kamala is Brat hat on day four of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Thursday, August 22, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Delegates attend the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Zubaer Khan/Sun-Times
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A few dozen protesters rally outside the Cultural Center in The Loop attempting to disrupt a fundraiser for prominent democrats on the last day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago Police watch as thousands of protesters march near Park 578 near the United Center denouncing the Democratic National Convention and the U.S. aid to Israel on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago police officers watch as a few dozen protesters continue to mill about in Union Park on the last day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march around and near the United Center denouncing the Democratic National Convention and the U.S. aid to Israel on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A Chicago police supervisor tries to calm protesters, cops and reporters down after a small scuffle near the South West side of Union Park happened on the last day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march around and near the United Center denouncing the Democratic National Convention and the U.S. aid to Israel on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago police block of access to and from the Damen Green Line station as thousands of protesters march by denouncing the Democratic National Convention and the U.S. aid to Israel on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A few dozen remaining protesters perform a sit in on Ashland Street next to Union Park on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Delegates cheer on day four of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Thursday, August 22, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Delegates celebrate as balloons drop on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Zubaer Khan/Sun-Times
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A man holds up a Kamala sign on day four of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Thursday, August 22, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Pink alongside her daughter and backup singers perform on day four of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Thursday, August 22, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza speaks during the Illinois Presidential Delegation’s breakfast at the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown in the Loop, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Pat Nabong/Sun-Times
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(From left) Second gentleman Doug Emhoff, Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris, Democratic vice presidential nominee Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and his wife Gwen Walz celebrate on the fourth and final night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering wears pins that support Vice President Kamala Harris during the Illinois Presidential Delegation’s breakfast at the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown in the Loop, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Pat Nabong/Sun-Times
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Balloons lie on the ground on day four of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Thursday, August 22, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Balloons and signs sit on empty seats on day four of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Thursday, August 22, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Day 3
Former President Bill Clinton speaks on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Governor of Minnesota and Kamala Harris’ Vice Presidential running mate Tim Walz speaks on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Governor of Minnesota and Kamala Harris’ Vice Presidential running mate Tim Walz takes to the stage on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Governor of Minnesota and Kamal Harris’ Vice Presidential running mate Tim Walz speaks on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks during the Illinois Presidential Delegation’s breakfast at the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown in the Loop on the third day of the Democratic National Convention, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Pat Nabong/Sun-Times
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Stevie Wonder performs on the third night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaks on the third night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Thousands gather in the United Center for the third day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Josh Shapiro speaks during the third night of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Zubaer Khan/Sun-Times
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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Kenan Thompson speaks on the third night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Oprah Winfrey speaks on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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John Legend performs on the third night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-IL) cheers as Democratic vice presidential nominee Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks on the third night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Delegates cheer and applaud as Democratic vice presidential nominee Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks on the third night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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A banner for the Democratic National Convention hangs on the south side of the United Center during the third day of the Democratic National Convention, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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New Jersey Senator Cory Booker rings in the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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United States Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg speaks on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A delegate from Pennsylvania wears Kamala Harris buttons during the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Actress Mindy Kaling speaks on the third night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg points to his husband during the Illinois Presidential Delegation’s breakfast at the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown in the Loop on the third day of the Democratic National Convention, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Pat Nabong/Sun-Times
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Delegates cheer and hold up Coach Walz signs as Governor of Minnesota and Kamala Harris’ Vice Presidential running mate Tim Walz speaks on the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024. |Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Pro-Palestinian protestors and delegates hold a sit-in outside of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Zubaer Khan/Sun-Times
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Jon Polin and Rachel Goldberg, parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, speak on the third day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Hundreds of delegates mill around before the start of the third day of the Democratic National Convention at United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Oprah Winfrey speaks on the third night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention in the United Center, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Day 2
Barack and Michelle Obama spoke on the second night of the Democratic National Convention in the United Center. |Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Former President Barack Obama hugs former first lady Michelle Obama as he walks on stage to speak on the second night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Former President Barack Obama speaks on the second night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Former first lady Michelle Obama speaks on the second night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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People watch as former President Barack Obama delivers remarks on day two of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, August 20, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Former President Barack Obama waves as he walks off stage after speaking on the second night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Flanked by family and members of the Illinois delegation, Gov. J.B. Pritzker speaks during the ceremonial roll call vote on the second day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024. |Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Gov. J.B. Pritzker speaks on the second night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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U.S. Rep. Danny Davis answers questions during the Illinois Presidential Delegation’s breakfast at the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown in the Loop on the second day of the Democratic National Convention, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024. | Pat Nabong/Sun-Times|Pat Nabong/Sun-Times
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Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering listens to the speaker during the Illinois Presidential Delegation’s breakfast at the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown in the Loop on the second day of the Democratic National Convention, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Pat Nabong/Sun-Times
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Attendees listen to the speaker during the Illinois Presidential Delegation’s breakfast at the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown in the Loop on the second day of the Democratic National Convention, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Pat Nabong/Sun-Times
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Delegates cheer as the DNC begins on day two of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, August 20, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Sights from day two of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, August 20, 2024|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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A delegate walks through the convention wearing a cheesehead on day two of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, August 20, 2024. |Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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A delegate sports colorful glasses, hat, and pins on day two of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, August 20, 2024. |Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Members of the Wisconsin delegate party cheer on day two of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, August 20, 2024. |Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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A delegate wears a Donkey hat on day two of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, August 20, 2024. |Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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A delegate raises a fist during the national anthem on day two of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, August 20, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Delegates from Wisconsin hold their cheese head hats during the pledge of allegiance on day two of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, August 20, 2024. |Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Delegates from Nebraska cheer during roll call on day two of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, August 20, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Rev. Jesse Jackson joins the floor non day two of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, August 20, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) speaks on the second night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Thousands gather in the United Center for the second day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) waves as she walks off stage after speaking on the second night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Second gentleman Doug Emhoff speaks on the second night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Day 1
Vice President and 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks on the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Thousands gather at the United Center for the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Thousands gather at the United Center for the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Thousands gather at the United Center for the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Thousands gather at the United Center for the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Second gentleman Doug Emhoff, Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris and Democratic vice presidential candidate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz applaud on the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Thousands cheer for President Joe Biden as he speaks on the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Thousands gather at the United Center for the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden wave to supporters on the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Jill Biden, First Lady, speaks to a packed crowd at the United Center on the first night of the Democratic National Convention, in Downtown Chicago on August 19, 2024.|Manuel Martinez/WBEZ
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Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton speaks on the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Former President Bill Clinton greets staff and volunteers in the restricted hallways of the United Center on the first night of the Democratic National Convention, in Downtown Chicago on August 19, 2024.|Manuel Martinez/WBEZ
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Thousands cheer for President Joe Biden as he speaks on the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Thousands gather at the United Center for the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Thousands cheer for President Joe Biden as he speaks on the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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President Joe Biden delivers remarks at the end of day one of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, August 19, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Vice President and 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden celebrate at the end of day one of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, August 19, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Vice President and 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris greets President Joe Biden on wave at delegates at the end of day one of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, August 19, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Agnes Majak, of North Dakota, holds her 5-month-old daughter, Ayor, at the United Center on the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Vice President and 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks on the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Delegates say the Pledge of Allegiance on the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch speaks during the Illinois delegation breakfast — on the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention — at the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks on the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Tim Walz, Minnesota Governor and Vice Presidentinal candidate, at his suite on day one of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, August 19, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth speaks during the Illinois delegation breakfast — on the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention — at the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Thousands gather at the United Center for the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Gov. J.B. Pritzker speaks during the Illinois delegation breakfast — on the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention — at the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Chicago Police stand in a line getting ready to clear Park #578 of protesters and reporters after numerous protesters broke through the security perimeter of the United Center, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters rally in Union Park during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march back towards Union Park, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago Police stand in a line getting ready to clear Park #578 of protesters and reporters after numerous protesters broke through the security perimeter of the United Center, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago police man a barricade near Park #578 during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march into Park #578 for a second rally, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march towards Park #578, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march towards Park #578, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march back towards Union Park, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march towards Park #578, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A small group of pro-israeli protesters march through a rally in Union Park during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Pro-Palestine supporters gather for the “March on the DNC 2024” protest in Union Park at 1501 W Randolph on Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Peyton Reich/Sun-Times
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A small group of pro-israeli protesters march through a rally in Union Park during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Christian Borkey and Jordan Kost pose for a photo at the “March on the DNC 2024” protest in Union Park at 1501 W Randolph on Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Peyton Reich/Sun-Times
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Mussa shahid at the “March on the DNC 2024” protest in Union Park at 1501 W Randolph on Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Peyton Reich/Sun-Times
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An abandon Harris ’24 sign lays on the lawn of Union Park during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A small group of pro-israeli protesters march through a rally in Union Park during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march towards Park #578, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march towards Park #578, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters rally in Union Park during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Stephanie Puckey holds a sign at the “March on the DNC 2024” protest in Union Park at 1501 W Randolph on Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Peyton Reich/Sun-Times
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Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez makes a heart at the delegates on day one of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, August 19, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, United States Representative, speaks to a packed crowd at the United Center on the first night of the Democratic National Convention, in Downtown Chicago on August 19, 2024.|Manuel Martinez/WBEZ
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Members of the audience enjoy the first night of the Democratic National Convention, at the United Center, in Downtown Chicago on August 19, 2024.|Manuel Martinez/WBEZ
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Steve Kerr, Coach for the Golden State Warriors, speaks to a packed crowd at the United Center on the first night of the Democratic National Convention, in Downtown Chicago on August 19, 2024.|Manuel Martinez/WBEZ
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Kamala Harris merchandise is sold at a kiosk at the Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Downtown Chicago on August 19, 2024.|Manuel Martinez/WBEZ
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President Joe Biden hugs his daughter Ashley Biden after she introduced him to speak on the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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President Joe Biden speaks on the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention at the United Center, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Ashlee Rezin/Sun-Times
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Protest scenes during the 2024 DNC
Chicago police block of access to and from the Damen Green Line station as thousands of protesters march by denouncing the Democratic National Convention and the U.S. aid to Israel on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march around and near the United Center denouncing the Democratic National Convention and the U.S. aid to Israel on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago Police watch as thousands of protesters march near Park 578 near the United Center denouncing the Democratic National Convention and the U.S. aid to Israel on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A few dozen protesters rally outside the Cultural Center in The Loop attempting to disrupt a fundraiser for prominent democrats on the last day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters rally in Union Park denouncing the Democratic National Convention and the U.S. aid to Israel on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march around and near the United Center denouncing the Democratic National Convention and the U.S. aid to Israel on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march around and near the United Center denouncing the Democratic National Convention and the U.S. aid to Israel on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march around and near the United Center denouncing the Democratic National Convention and the U.S. aid to Israel on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march around and near the United Center denouncing the Democratic National Convention and the U.S. aid to Israel on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A Chicago police supervisor tries to calm protesters, cops and reporters down after a small scuffle near the South West side of Union Park happened on the last day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago police officers come walking up to reinforce bike officers as thousands of protesters march eastbound on Lake Stree near the United Center on the last day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A few dozen remaining protesters perform a sit in on Ashland Street next to Union Park on the last day of the DNC, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago police officers watch as a few dozen protesters continue to mill about in Union Park on the last day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Protesters chant and wave flags during a march by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention near the United Center, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Protesters chant and wave flags during a march by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention near the United Center, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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A protestor waves a flag atop of baseball diamond fence during a rally by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention at the Union Park, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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A protester holds up a flag during a march by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention near the United Center, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Dr. Cornel West, independent presidential candidate, makes an appearance during a rally by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention at the Union Park, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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A Protester leads a chant during a march by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention near the United Center, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) speaks about the response of the US government during a press conference with various city, state, and government leaders asking for President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris to halt the shipment of weapons to Israel at Park #578 near the United Center, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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A costume on display during a rally by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention at the Union Park, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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during a march by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention near the United Center, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Pins cover an Umbrella during a rally by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention at the Union Park, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Police detain a woman at the Damen Green Line during a march by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention near the United Center, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Protesters chant and wave flags during a march by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention near the United Center, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Police stand guard as protesters chant and wave flags during a march by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention near the United Center, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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during a march by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention near the United Center, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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A CPD helicopter hovers overhead during a rally by Chicago Coalition for Justice on day three of the Democratic National Convention at the Union Park, Wednesday, August 21, 2024.|Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times
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Chicago police watch on as a few dozen protesters rally in front of Accenture Tower where the Israeli Consulate is located near N. Clinton St. and W. Madison St., Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago police push back protesters and reporters from the sidewalk near N. Clinton St. and W. Madison St., Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago police watch on as a few dozen protesters rally in front of Accenture Tower where the Israeli Consulate is located near N. Clinton St. and W. Madison St., Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A protesters stands in front of a line of bike officers near Accenture Tower, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A few dozen protesters march towards Clinton Street towards a line of cops near Accenture Tower where the Israeli Consulate is located, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A few dozen protesters rally in front of Accenture Tower where the Israeli Consulate is located near N. Clinton St. and W. Madison St., Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago police detain and begin processing over a dozen protesters at S. Canal St. and W. Monroe St., Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A vehicle with a large Trump flag flying drives down West Madison Street as Chicago police standby for a protest to take place in front of Accenture Tower where the Israeli Consulate is located, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago police watch on as a few dozen protesters rally in front of Accenture Tower where the Israeli Consulate is located near N. Clinton St. and W. Madison St., Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024. | Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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A few dozen protesters rally in front of Accenture Tower where the Israeli Consulate is located near N. Clinton St. and W. Madison St., Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024. | Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march back towards Union Park, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march back towards Union Park, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march towards Park #578, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago police watch on as a few dozen protesters rally in front of Accenture Tower where the Israeli Consulate is located near N. Clinton St. and W. Madison St., Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago Police stand in a group after clearing Park #578 of protesters and reporters after numerous protesters broke through the security perimeter of the United Center, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago police line up outside the United Center earlier this week.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters march towards Park #578, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Chicago police man a barricade near Park #578 during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Thousands of protesters rally in Union Park during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
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Third party presidential candidate Cornel West speaks to thousands of people at a March Against the DNC rally in Union Park, during the first day of the Democratic National Convention, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024.|Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times
