Olly Laughland

Kamala Harris, the newly nominated Democratic presidential candidate, brings a message of freedom and fairness in her acceptance speech, inspired by her mother's immigrant journey. Olly Laughland from Guardian US and senior political reporter Lauren Gambino discuss the electrifying atmosphere at the convention and the challenge of sustaining this momentum. They dive into significant topics like unity, the importance of voter concerns, and the complex dynamics of patriotism in political discourse, all against the backdrop of a divided Democratic landscape.

Olly Laughland, southern bureau chief for Guardian US, teams up with political reporter Lauren Gambino to dissect Kamala Harris's historic acceptance speech. They discuss the electrifying atmosphere at the DNC and the significance of Harris's candidacy for women of color. The conversation dives into themes of unity and patriotism, contrasting her leadership style with her rivals. They also explore the enthusiasm of delegates, Harris’s rising poll numbers, and the unpredictable nature of the upcoming election, pondering how these elements will shape American politics.