WATCH: Walz says ‘mind your own damn business’ when it comes to reproductive freedom

Minnesota governor and Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz spoke about the personal impacts of regulating fertility treatment at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Wednesday.

Tim Walz’s DNC speech used Midwestern dad energy to sell a liberal agenda

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz touts gun ownership and small-town American values in an attempt to reach independent, undecided voters while accepting the VP nomination at the Democratic National Convention.

Behind Walz, Democrats redefine modern masculinity, contrasting with regressive MAGA caricature

Alex Wagner, Rachel Maddow and Joy Reid, joined by Senator Cory Booker, talk about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as Kamala Harris' choice as a running mate and how Walz and other men spotlighted at the Democratic National Convention represent a different expression of modern masculinity, supporting and living alongside strong women and caring about family issues, in contrast to the cartoonish model encouraged by Donald Trump. 

Walz rebuffs Trump and Vance’s anti-LGBTQ attacks in convention speech

VP nominee pledges to keep government 'the hell out of your bedroom'

Wednesday Night Lights: To Vouch for Coach Walz, His Old Players Step Up

Fifteen men clad in football jerseys took the stage at the Democratic National Convention as the Mankato West High School fight song played.

Neil Young allows Tim Walz to use classic anthem

Canadian legend Neil Young allowed Tim Walz to use one of his classic anthems as he closed out his address at the Democratic National Convention.

All about Tim Walz's wife Gwen Walz and 2 kids: Meet the VP pick's family

Walz and his wife Gwen met when they were both public school teachers.

Gus Walz wins the night at the DNC • Minnesota Reformer

Do not mess with Gus.

Tim Walz's son Gus has a learning disorder. Can his visibility help disabled Americans?

Disabled Americans hope Tim Walz's openness about his son's ADHD will shine spotlight on other Americans with learning disabilities.

Catholics at the DNC: You won't go to hell for voting Democratic

During an Aug. 21 panel sponsored by Catholics Vote Common Good, Catholics at the Democratic National Convention discussed both the party's pro-choice platform and the values that prompt them to vote Democratic.

My Black Jewish 7-year-old loves Kamala Harris — and I love her interfaith, blended family

Kamala Harris' and Doug Emhoff's blended Black, Jewish family means everything to my interracial Jewish children.

How Democrats are staving off the Big Lie 2.0

The last four years have shown "an increase in risk" for election disinformation—but also a "strengthening of safeguards" against it.

Former Pence aide says Trump is 'laying the groundwork to undermine this election'

Olivia Troye, who served as an aide to Vice President Mike Pence, recalled resigning from the Trump administration in her remarks at the DNC. She warned that Trump is laying the groundwork to undermine the 2024 election. 

Michelle Obama: Yes, we have affirmative action for the wealthy

There are lots of unearned advantages available only to the few—but Republicans won't talk about that.

No, Michelle Obama Isn't Trans — But Here's Why Her Critics Repeat the False Claim

Pete Buttigieg Calls Out J.D. Vance at the DNC—One Veteran to Another

Buttigieg rebuked Vance’s controversial comments about childless Americans by invoking his war-time deployment to Afghanistan—something he called “pretty damn physical.”

Pete Buttigieg Invokes His Military Service to Roast JD Vance: 'Our Commitment to the Future of this Country was Pretty Damn Physical' | Video

This November, he says, voters in the US can "choose better politics" and "embrace the leaders who are out there building bridges and reject the ones who are out there banning books"

WATCH: Harris is the right person to lead America to a 'joyous future,' Colorado Gov. Polis says

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis says Vice President Kamala Harris' "forward-looking, joyous vision" for the future of the country is exciting for many people in his state.

Oprah Absolutely Wrecks J.D. Vance in DNC Speech

Oprah mocked Vance’s comment about “childless cat ladies” on stage.

Oprah Winfrey alludes to JD Vance's 'childless cat lady' jibe

Oprah Winfrey spoke about racism, sexism, and income inequality as she addressed the DNC.

Black America Reacts To Oprah's Fiery, Surprise DNC Speech

The Root was present for when the media mogul made an appearance at the Chicago event.

Kamala Harris made me feel seen when no one else looked

I’m excited about the prospect of a Kamala Harris presidency not just because she’s brilliant and skilled and hardworking and believes in the right things. I’m also excited because, in my experience, she’s a downright decent person who shows people respect and makes sure they feel seen.

Bill Clinton jokes in DNC speech that he's 'still younger' than Trump. He is, by 2 months.

Bill Clinton turned 78 on Aug. 19 while Donald Trump celebrated his 78th birthday in June. Age has been talking point of the 2024 Election.

36 Tweets From Night Three Of The DNC That Are Way Funnier Than They Should Be

Not even kidding, I'm jealous of the "childless cat lady." In 2014, she would have gone on Ellen.

DNC attendees discuss top speakers and pressing issues: 'It's electrifying'

The economy, indigenous protections and LGBTQ+ rights are among top issues.

The major political transformation flying under the radar at the DNC

On the third night of the Democratic National Convention, Democrats embraced tougher policies for asylum seekers, praised a bipartisan border security bill, and reflected growing anti-immigrant sentiment in speeches.

I Predicted Chaos for the Democrats. I Was Gloriously Wrong.

The Democrats’ long history of infighting led me to believe that Biden shouldn’t drop out of the race. Instead, the party is united like it hasn’t been for ages.

The Democrats Are Destroying the Republicans at Their Own Game

The GOP has long claimed the concept of freedom. But Kamala Harris and Tim Walz just ripped that football out of their hands.

What a Harris election victory could mean for Europe and the transatlantic relationship

Analysts at the Economist Intelligence Unit said they expect the substance of Harris' position on major international issues to be similar to that of Biden's.

Capitalism Is Killing Us, But You Won't Hear a Whisper of It at the Democratic Convention | Common Dreams

Out of some sort of atavistic hope, I watched the Democratic Party convention searching for some glimmer of rational wisdom. How stupid of me! I ought to know by now that the soul of democracy is made out of marshmallow fluff.