Douglas Emhoff, the Second Gentleman, delivered a speech at the Democratic National Convention, advocating for his wife, Vice President Kamala Harris, whom he described as a “joyful warrior.”

On stage in Chicago, Emhoff expressed gratitude towards Harris for her willingness to serve the nation in pivotal times. He highlighted her strength derived from empathy, bringing joy in her pursuit of justice.

“She will govern with joy and resilience, with that signature laugh and gaze, armed with compassion and conviction. She’ll lead from the belief that our true strength lies in standing up for what we believe in, rather than just opposing what’s frightening,” Emhoff stated.

During his address, he shared a humorous anecdote about how a client introduced him to Harris by giving him her phone number following a blind date setup.

“For ages, there have been discussions about the right time to call someone set up for a date. Yet never before has anyone suggested waking up at 8:30 a.m.,” Emhoff joked.

He recounted how he and Harris quickly formed a bond, expressing how he instantly fell in love with her laughter. He noted her unwavering support for his two children, who affectionately refer to her as “Mamala,” and assured the audience that she would also advocate for the children of the nation.

After President Joe Biden declared he would not run for reelection, Emhoff expressed his appreciation on X, praising Biden for his “honesty, decency, and integrity.”

“Together with @VP, they have tirelessly championed families and communities, achieving remarkable things for Americans throughout the country. I am incredibly proud of their achievements and grateful for their leadership,” Emhoff commented.

What to know about Doug Emhoff?

• Who is he? Emhoff is a lawyer and serves as the second gentleman of the United States as the spouse of Vice President Kamala Harris.
• What role does he hold? Emhoff serves as a featured speaker at the Democratic National Convention.
• Key quote: “My mother is the only person in the world who believes Kamala is the lucky one to marry me.”

If Harris wins the election in November, he will make history as the first man to assume the role of U.S. first gentleman by 2025.

Harris and Emhoff met in 2013 through a blind date orchestrated by a mutual acquaintance. They were married the following year and will celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary on Thursday. Their wedding took place in Santa Barbara, California, officiated by Harris’ sister, Maya.

This was Harris’ first marriage, while it was the second for Emhoff. His first wife is film producer Kerstin Emhoff, and they share two children, Cole and Ella.

Prior to his role, Emhoff worked as an entertainment lawyer at DLA Piper, advocating for clients accused of fraud, breach of contract, and false advertising, according to the firm.

When and where is the DNC

The Democratic National Convention takes place from August 19-22 in Chicago, Illinois.

The main location for the DNC will be the United Center, home to both the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks.

Chicago has hosted the Democratic Convention a total of 11 times, the last being in 1996 when President Bill Clinton was nominated for a second term at the United Center.

How to watch and stream the 2024 DNC

The convention will be broadcast live on its official website from the United Center in Chicago between 6:15 p.m. and 11 p.m. Eastern (5:15 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central) on Monday, and from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern (6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central) on the other days.

YSL News will provide live streaming on YouTube each evening of the DNC, from Monday to Thursday.

What are the themes for each night of the DNC?

The DNC has outlined nightly themes for the convention. The overarching title is “For the People, For Our Future.”

The nightly themes are as follows:

• Monday: “For the People”
• Tuesday: “A Bold Vision for America’s Future”
• Wednesday: “A Fight for our Freedoms”
• Thursday: “For our Future”