The Democratic National Convention officially kicks off Monday night, and while it is not the traditional showcase of the Democratic Party is has been in years past, the week of virtual events begins with a speaker Ohioans should recognize: former state governor John Kasich.
You can watch ABC News coverage of the DNC each night this week beginning at 9 p.m. in the video player below:
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From virtual setups across the country this week, the Democrats will nominate and celebrate their 2020 ticket — former Vice President Joe Biden and his running mate, Sen. Kamala Harris.
The opening night theme, "We The People," will lead into an overall unity theme for the Democrats this week.
Sen. Bernie Sanders, who battled Biden from the progressive flank during the primary cycle, is among Monday's headliners. He's scheduled to take the podium beginning at 10 p.m. ET.
Also appearing Monday, according to reports, is John Kasich, a Republican and former governor or Ohio. He ran for president during the 2016 cycle.
Finally, former First Lady Michelle Obama will take the stage on Monday. Her speech at the 2016 DNC included one of the week's standout quotes: "Our motto is, when they go low, we go high."
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The DNC’s virtual events and speakers will run from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. Monday night. You can view a full list of speakers for Monday night and the rest of the week, and video the DNC’s livestreams here.
