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Representatives from the DNC have been visiting locations in
search of a host site for the 2024 convention. On Tuesday,
Chicago was named a finalist and will compete with New York,
Atlanta, and Houston for the convention.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker said having the people from the convention in
town gives Chicago a chance to show what makes the city great.
"What we have to show off is the neighborhoods and people of
Chicago to represent what Joe Biden and Kamala Harris
represent," Pritzker said. "I am pleased that we get to showcase
this great city."
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot explained how hosting the event
could positively affect Chicago.
"A convention this size and ability would be extremely
beneficial to this city," Lightfoot said. "It allows us to claim
our narrative on a global stage."
Lightfoot also discussed the revenue they would expect from
hosting the convention.
"The DNC convention generates $150 to $200 million into the
local economy of the hosting city," Lightfoot mentioned. "We
expect that to be no different in 2024."
Pritzker talked about another possible benefit Chicago could see
if chosen to be the host city.
"Another big one is jobs. Hosting the DNC in Chicago in 2024
will bring thousands of good-paying, labor-friendly jobs to our
city and our state," Pritzker said.
The city has not held a DNC convention since 1996. The 1968
convention in Chicago is famously known for its protests.
If selected, the United Center would be the location for the
event.
Andrew Hensel has years of experience as a
reporter and pre-game host for the Joliet Slammers, and as a
producer for the Windy City Bulls. A graduate of Iowa Wesleyan
University and Illinois Media School, Andrew lives in the south
suburbs of Chicago.
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