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A woman in a purple shirt with glasses smiles at the camera while standing in the United Center for the Democratic National Convention. — Christine Hatfield / Illinois Student Newsroom

The 217 Today Podcast

August 21, 2024

217 Today: Delegates reflect on Kamala Harris’ nomination at the Democratic National Convention

In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to what some delegates at the DNC have to say about the convention and Kamala Harris entering the presidential race.

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump posters — Christine Hatfield/Illinois Public Media

The 21st Show

August 20, 2024

Can political bipartisanship be achieved during a polarizing election cycle?

DNC protests — Frank Franklin II/AP

The 21st Show

August 20, 2024

On-the-ground coverage of DNC protests

Raja Krishnamoorthi — Photo courtesy of House.gov

The 21st Show

August 20, 2024

Congressman Krishnamoorthi weighs in on election as day two of DNC begins

Gov. J.B. Pritzker speaks during the Illinois delegation breakfast — on the first day of the 2024 Democratic National Convention — at the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024. — Ashlee Rezin / Sun-Times

The 217 Today Podcast

August 20, 2024

217 Today: Gov. JB Pritzker says his wife may be the final decision maker in his next political move

In today's deep dive, we’ll hear parts of Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s speech at the DNC yesterday and what he says it’ll take for him to run for a third term.

1968 DNC book — Images Courtesy of Northwestern University and Heather Hendershot

The 21st Show

August 19, 2024

Drawing parallels between the 1968 and the 2024 DNC: How history is repeating itself

DNC billboard — Kulsoom Khan/Illinois Public Media

The 21st Show

August 19, 2024

What to expect this week at the DNC

Protesters march passed a police line prior to the start of the Democratic National Convention Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, in Chicago. — Frank Franklin II / AP Photo

The 217 Today Podcast

August 19, 2024

217 Today: Protesters to converge on Chicago, aiming to make their mark — and stay safe

In today's deep dive, we’ll learn how protesters have prepared to get their message out during the Democratic Nation Convention this week.

Ruby Mendenhall is Urbana's current poet laureate and a professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She will moderate the discussion next week. — Reginald Hardwick / Illinois Public Media

The 21st Show

August 16, 2024

Examining the societal impact of book bans at upcoming symposium

The 21st Show

August 16, 2024

Politics News Roundup - August 16, 2024

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