Thousands of protesters have gathered outside the security perimeter of the Democratic convention in Chicago, highlighting key issues that have been largely ignored within the convention hall.
One notable omission has been the topic of immigration, which has been a liability for Democrats since the surge in undocumented crossings at the US-Mexico border. While the Harris campaign has addressed the issue in television ads, it has been largely absent from the convention stage.
Identity politics, including discussions on institutional racism and transgender rights, have also been overlooked at the convention. Despite calls for diversity, equity, and inclusion, these topics have not received much attention in the programming that reaches national television audiences.
Internal strife within the Democratic Party has also been downplayed at the convention. Divisions on issues like universal healthcare and support for Israel have not been prominently featured, despite protests outside the convention hall.
As the convention continues, it remains to be seen if these key issues will be addressed in more depth. Stay tuned for updates on the Democratic gathering in Chicago.
