Midwest's Political Influence Shines Through DNC Convention Picks.
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Both the Democratic and Republican parties have chosen to hold their national conventions in the Midwest ahead of the 2024 presidential election, with the Democrats selecting Chicago and the Republicans choosing Milwaukee. The Midwest's political importance was highlighted in the 2016 and 2020 elections, with Donald Trump breaking up the "blue wall" and Joe Biden winning back key states. The Democrats cited the Midwest's importance in their success in the 2020 election and noted Chicago's pro-union stance and defense of abortion rights as factors in their decision.
Topics:nation#chicago#democratic-national-convention#midwest#politics#republican-national-convention#wisconsin
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