Delegates at the Democratic National Convention are poised to vote on their 2024 party platform, which includes familiar priorities but mistakenly lists President Joe Biden as the candidate for reelection. The vote, scheduled for Monday night in Chicago, is largely symbolic and signifies the party's alignment around a unified vision for the next four years.
The platform, a more than 90-page document, highlights the historic work accomplished by President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. However, it is worth noting that Vice President Harris has only recently begun outlining her specific policy positions since taking over the Democratic presidential ticket.
The platform, approved by the party's platform committee on July 16, references Biden's second term and his administration's achievements. While it acknowledges Harris' role as vice president, it does not delve into her candidacy or elaborate on her stance on key issues.
Key points in the platform include advocating for nationwide abortion rights, promoting green energy initiatives to combat climate change and create jobs, capping child care costs for low-income families, and supporting a pathway to U.S. citizenship for long-term undocumented residents.
Additionally, the platform expresses support for Israel's right to self-defense and endorses the Biden administration's efforts to broker a lasting cease-fire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
Vice President Harris recently introduced new economic proposals but has not released a comprehensive list of her policy positions since assuming the Democratic presidential nomination. Her campaign team has hinted at potential shifts from her previous stances, such as no longer supporting a ban on hydraulic fracturing.
It is important to note that candidates are not obligated to adhere strictly to their party's platform and often diverge from it.
