Pre-DNC

Good morning. Today, on The Meter, we will cover the upcoming Democrat National Convention that begins tomorrow in Chicago. Kamala Harris, who won no votes, received no delegates, will be nominated on Thursday to run against Donald Trump in the 60th Presidential Election in US history. Harris also unveiled her economic plan to rescue the frail US economy. Her plan includes price controls, tax hikes, free mortgage down payments, and a $20 minimum wage. Minnesota Governor, Tim Walz will be nominated for vice-president to complete the ticket. Speakers will include important senatorial candidates in crucial battleground states. Joe Biden, who received 14 million votes and over 2500 delegates, will speak tomorrow night. Anti-Israeli protesters are also expected in large numbers, but the City of Chicago is tensley trying to keep the demonstrations away from the convention hall. Abortion advocates will also have a prominent role as Democrats vow to make "women's reproductive rights" a major issue in November. Will Democrats be able to unite their Party for the Fall campaign? Also, this marks the 3rd anniversary of the Taliban reseziure of power in Afghanistan. Wednesday, the Tailban marked he occasion by parading in Kabul and Bagram airforce base with US equipment abandoned during the US retreat, which cost the lives of 13 American Marines. Neither Joe Biden nor Kamala Harris has ever mentioned the names of the fallen heroes, while Donald Trump has met with all the families. How much of an issue will the US global posture play in November? Migrant crime also remains out of control as rapes, assaults, and robberies remain at all-time highs. How will law and order fair in November? Please join the discussion at 10AM. The call-in number is 347-308-8933. Your input is essential!