WATCH: Bill Clinton speaks at 2024 Democratic National Convention | 2024 DNC Night 3

 

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Former President Bill Clinton spoke at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Wednesday, a night focused on fighting “for our freedoms,” from democracy to reproductive rights and more. Before praising Kamala Harris and her ability to move the country forward, Clinton reminded the DNC crowd of Joe Biden’s accomplishments, including his actions during the coronavirus pandemic, which prompted “Thank you, Joe” chants from attendees. Clinton then compared Biden to George Washington, the nation’s first president, for doing something that’s “really hard for a politician to do -- voluntarily give up political power.” Turning to Harris, the former president said she’s “the only candidate in this race who has the vision, the experience, the temperament, the will, and yes, the sheer joy to get something done.” Taking a jab at Harris' opponent, Clinton said former President Donald Trump mostly talks about himself. “The next time you hear him, don’t count the lies. Count the I's,” he said. "When Kamala Harris is president, every day will begin with you, you, you." Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will also formally accept the vice presidential nomination, a day before Vice President Kamala Harris takes the stage as the official nominee. Watch PBS News for daily, breaking and live news, plus special coverage. We are home to PBS News Hour, ranked the most credible and objective TV news show. Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/2Jb8twG Find more from PBS NewsHour at https://www.pbs.org/newshour Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2HfsCD6 Follow us: TikTok:   / pbsnews   X (formerly Twitter):   / newshour   Instagram:   / newshour   Facebook: http://www.pbs.org/newshour Subscribe: PBS NewsHour podcasts: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts Newsletters: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/subscribe