Teresa Heinz Kerry, Democratic Leaders Address Convention
On the second night of the convention, delegates heard from the nominee's wife, Teresa Heinz Kerry, and two former candidates for the Democratic nomination.

Speech: Speaking of her own background and her husband's, Teresa Heinz Kerry stressed John Kerry's willingness to put his life on the line for his comrades and his country during her speech to the Democratic National Convention.

NewsHour Report: Historians discuss the role and impact of first ladies and the persona of Teresa Heinz Kerry.

Dairy State Delegates Enjoy Boston Spotlight

Democratic candidate John Kerry’s campaign is fighting hard for a win in Wisconsin.

Kerry has visited the state twice since March and will return shortly after the Democratic National Convention. Kerry’s visits are part of a larger air and ground war Democrats and Republicans are waging in Wisconsin, dumping millions of ad and organizing dollars on the state.

Illinois Senate Candidate Barack Obama Delivers Keynote Speech
NewsHour Report: Elizabeth Brackett of WTTW-Chicago reports on Barack Obama and the often turbulent campaign for the U.S. Senate seat from Illinois.
Speech: Obama tells the story of his working class family and urges the nation to elect Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry, saying he would ensure more educational and economic opportunities for all.
Interview: The Democratic Senate candidate talks with Gwen Ifill after his speech.

Democrats Focus on Plans to Grow the Economy, Job Base
Discussion: Although Democrats are stressing their unity during this week's convention, wings of the party have vastly different plans for how to improve the economy, expand access to health care and create higher-paying jobs.

Kennedy Extols Values of Kerry Home State
Speech: Massachusetts Sen. Edward Kennedy received a warm welcome Tuesday night from delegates gathered in his hometown of Boston for the Democratic National Convention. Kennedy said Boston’s New England values have “inspired patriots from John Adams to John Kennedy to John Kerry,” the Democratic presidential nominee.
RealAudio Analysis: Historians Michael Beschloss, Richard Norton Smith and Ellen Fitzpatrick and columnists Mark Shields and David Brooks discuss Kennedy's message.

Dean Says He Stands with Kerry
Speech: Former presidential candidate and ex-Vermont Gov. Howard Dean urges his fellow Democrats, especially those who live in areas considered GOP strongholds, to vigorously proclaim their pride in the party and its policies.
RealAudio Analysis: Historians and columnists analyze Dean's role in the party.

Reagan Urges Support for Stem Cell Research
Speech: The son of the late President Ronald Reagan spoke at the Democratic National Convention, calling on people to support to stem cell research -- research that may help treat illnesses.

Day Two of Democratic National Convention Closes
RealAudio Analysis: NewsHour regulars Michael Beschloss, Richard Norton Smith, Ellen Fitzpatrick, Mark Shields and David Brooks offer some final thoughts on day two of the convention.

Convention organizers ready the Fleet Center for Day Two of the Democratic National Convention.

Convention Floor Becomes Showcase for Media Moguls and Movie Stars

Media correspondent Terence Smith describes the carnival-like atmosphere of the convention.

Sen. Edward Kennedy, D-Mass.

Keynote Address: Barack Obama

Ron Reagan

Teresa Heinz Kerry