As you're no doubt aware, Democrats are gathering in Chicago this week to show the American people who Vice President Harris and Governor Walz are and what Democrats stand for.

As Vice President, Kamala Harris has supported key legislation for rural communities like the the Inflation Reduction Act and the Rural Broadband Program, but she has also been a strong advocate for abortion rights — an issue that has disproportionate effects on rural communities because abortion bans not only stop life saving and routine medical procedures, but also drive rural health care provides away from rural states that have abortion bans.

Tim Walz is a former teacher and member of the National Guard, whose rural roots run deep. While in Congress, Walz represented a largely rural district and focused on the kitchen table issues that matter most to rural families — things like veterans affairs, health care, and workers rights. Now as governor Tim Walz has fought for paid family leave, abortion rights, gun control, and many other issues that are incredibly important to every American.

OCP is on the ground in Chicago and we look forward to joining our fellow Americans in celebrating our smart, progressive, experienced, and joyful candidates!

Are you in Chicago, too?

In collaboration with the DNC Rural Caucus, we're hosting a two-day program focusing on key issues affecting rural communities, including the economy, women's reproductive rights and abortion, democracy, healthcare, and education. The program will also feature training on effective communication, community mobilization, and organizing strategies. Attendees will leave equipped with actionable requests to activate their states and communities, ultimately supporting the election of Vice President Harris and Governor Walz.

Here are the One Country Project events happening during the Chicago Convention:

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

DNC Rural Council Meeting
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
McCormick Place, 2301 S MLK Jr Drive, Chicago
Featuring:
Andy Beshear in a fireside chat with Heidi Heitkamp
David Pepper and Joel Heitkamp discuss the rural impact of Project 2025

"Not Just Politics as Usual" Social
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
The Commons Club, Virgin Hotel Chicago
203 N. Wabash Avenue

Thursday, August 22, 2024

DNC Rural Council Meeting
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
McCormick Place, 2301 S MLK Jr Drive, Chicago

Panel Conversation on Women's Health
Moderated by Heidi Heitkamp with panelists:
Jocelyn Frye, President of the National Partnership for Women and Families
Tammi Kromenaker, Director of the Red River Women's Clinic
Dr. Emily Boevers, OB/GYN at Waverly Health Center (Waverly, IA)
AL State Rep. Marilyn Lands

The two-day program aims to empower attendees with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to engage and mobilize Rural communities effectively. Through focused discussions and practical training, participants will be equipped to support the Harris-Walz campaign and ensure a strong voter turnout in their states.

We look forward to seeing you on the floor or at one of our events in Chicago!

Tessa

Tessa Gould
Executive Director, One Country Project

P.S. Not in Chicago? You can watch the events via the DNC livestream here!