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August 22, 2024 - PBS News Hour full episode

Season 2024 Episode 236 | 57m 46s

Thursday on the News Hour, vice presidential candidate Tim Walz gives Democrats a pep talk before all eyes turn to Kamala Harris’ speech in Chicago on the last night of the DNC. We hear from members of a crucial voting bloc about what Democrats need to do to win their votes. Plus, what Ukraine stands to gain or lose from capturing Russian land.

Aired: 08/21/24 | Expires: 09/21/24
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