2024 Democratic National Convention: Wisconsin Delegation Finalized
Overview
The Democratic National Convention (DNC) is an ongoing presidential nominating convention. Here are some key details about the 2024 DNC:
- Location: Chicago, Illinois
- Attendees: Approximately 5,000 delegates
- Purpose: To nominate the Democratic Party's presidential and vice presidential candidates for the 2024 election
Wisconsin Delegation
The Democratic Party of Wisconsin has finalized its full delegation to the 2024 DNC. The delegation includes:
- Tony Evers, Governor of Wisconsin
- Tammy Baldwin, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin
- Ben Wikler, Chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Changes in Party Makeup
The Democratic Party has undergone some changes in its makeup in recent years:
- Women now make up 65% of Democrats, compared to 62% in 2012-14.
- The party has become more diverse, with growing numbers of African Americans, Latinos, and Asian Americans.
- The median age of Democrats has increased to 47, compared to 44 in 2012-14.
Notable DNC Delegate
Mark Edward Kelly, an American politician, retired astronaut, and United States Navy captain, is among the notable delegates from Wisconsin.
Kelly was born on February 21, 1964, in Orange, New Jersey. He is the husband of former U.S. Representative Gabby Giffords. Kelly was elected to the U.S. Senate from Arizona in 2020.
Kelly is a moderate Democrat who has expressed support for bipartisanship and common-sense solutions to the challenges facing the country. He is expected to play a key role in the 2024 DNC.
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