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The featured speaker of the evening will be President Biden, of course, but plenty of people will precede him on stage, including Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson.
The city raised safety concerns about an open swim in the river and reached a compromise with the group planning the Sept. 22 event.
Leaders Network is a joint venture between religious leaders and Great Lakes Credit Union. It targets the more than 20% of Austin residents who did not have a checking or savings account in the years 2022 to 2023.
The vibe of the first-of-its kind roll call on Tuesday, DNC planners say, is intended to be that of a celebration. The roll call comes before the prime-time speakers take the stage, former President Barack Obama and, the Sun-Times has confirmed, former first lady Michelle.