The Democratic National Convention begins Monday with a two-hour virtual event built on a theme of unity. It will be a convention unlike any other: The coronavirus pandemic forced Democrats to scrap their planned in-person Milwaukee convention, CNN reports. Top speakers of the night include former first lady Michelle Obama, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders and a Republican -- former Ohio governor John Kasich. Obama and Sanders are two of the most popular figures in Democratic politics. On Monday night, Sanders will be offered his largest platform since his final debate with Biden.

Source: The Standard August 17, 2020 14:26 UTC