Chicago wins bid to host 2024 Democratic National Convention

Chicago won the bid to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention after appealing to President Joe Biden's nostalgia for iconic cities. Organizers in Atlanta and New York also tried to win the bid by highlighting their ties to Biden's emotional connections and political affiliations. Biden initially favored Atlanta, but logistical issues and concerns about working with Georgia's Republican governor led him to choose Chicago. Labor unions and Midwest elected officials also lobbied for Chicago, emphasizing its importance in winning the Midwest region. The city's persistent problem with violent crime was a concern, but recent Democratic wins on the issue of abortion helped secure the bid.