Watch Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's DNC speech Monday to kick off convention

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson took the podium at the Democratic National Convention Monday night and was one of the first to address those who attended the event.

In his speech, Johnson spoke about Chicago's history of progressive political leaders who've become national figures, including former President Barack Obama. .

The Democratic National Committee convention is in Chicago through Thursday and Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday is scheduled to formally accept the party's nomination for the 2024 Election.

What to know about Johnson

• Who he is : Johnson is the mayor of Chicago. Before he became mayor, he was a public school teacher, union organizer and Cook County commissioner, according to his website .
• What role he plays : Johnson was one of the first speakers to take the podium Monday night, and took over the Remarks and Introduction portion of the event.
• Key quote : "As a Black man, raising a little Black girl on the west side of Chicago, I know that my daughter Braedyn will see not only a reflection of herself in the White House but she will experience the deepest part of American values"

When and where is the Democratic National Convention?

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

The United Center, home of the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks, will be the main venue for the DNC.

Chicago has hosted the Democratic Convention 11 times, most recently in 1996 when the United Center saw President Bill Clinton was nominated for a second time.

How to watch and stream the 2024 DNC

The convention will air live on its 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 7 p.m to 11 p.m. Eastern (6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Central) the other days.

USA TODAY will provide livestream coverage on YouTube each night of the DNC, Monday through Thursday.

What are the themes for each night of the DNC?

The DNC announced nightly themes for the convention. The title of the convention is "For the People, For Our Future."

Here are the themes for each night:

• Monday: "For the People"
• Tuesday: "A Bold Vision for America's Future"
• Wednesday: "A Fight for our Freedoms"
• Thursday: "For our Future"

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