Morning Joe 8/19/24

Excitement brews as preparations for the Democratic National Convention unfold in Chicago, spotlighting Vice President Harris's engagement with Hispanic voters. A humorous shift to sports reveals parallels between political campaigns and baseball, as Trump faces diminishing support. Tensions rise around Biden's diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire in Israel amid internal and external pressures. Meanwhile, the New York Democratic Party innovates grassroots campaigning strategies, and the intertwining of sports narratives and politics provides a surreal backdrop to the political landscape.