On the third day of the Democratic National Convention, Kamala Harris, the first Black woman and Asian-American on a major US presidential ticket, shared her life story as a representation of the American dream. She criticized Donald Trump's lack of leadership, stating that it has resulted in loss of lives and jobs. Barack Obama also criticized Trump's failures, attributing them to the high death toll from the coronavirus, job losses, and a damaged reputation for America. The evening showcased many female headliners, moderators, and speakers, with Harris specifically targeting women, young Americans, and voters of color in an effort to help Joe Biden defeat Trump in the upcoming election. Harris described the current state of affairs under Trump as chaotic, incompetent, and callous, leaving Americans feeling adrift, afraid, and alone. She stated that there is much room for improvement and that we deserve more. She criticized the current president for using tragedies for political gain, while expressing confidence that Joe Biden will approach challenges with a sense of purpose. Biden is currently leading Trump in polls, especially among women voters. Throughout the convention, Democrats have been directly appealing to female voters by emphasizing Biden's role in the 1994 Violence Against Women Act and his plans to strengthen childcare and protect family healthcare. Obama, who served as vice president under Biden from 2009-2017, expressed disappointment in Trump's lack of seriousness and respect for American democracy. Obama stated that Trump has not been able to grow into the job, leading to severe consequences such as the loss of millions of jobs. Obama stated that our worst impulses have been let loose, our once proud reputation around the world has been significantly diminished, and our democratic institutions are now more threatened than ever before. The choice of a running mate carries added importance for 77-year-old Biden, who would be the oldest person to assume the presidency if elected. There is speculation that Biden may only serve one term due to his age, making 55-year-old Harris a potential frontrunner for the nomination in 2024. Biden selected Harris as his running mate last week to go up against incumbents Trump, 74, and Vice President Mike Pence, 61. At the convention, former first lady and US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, the 2016 Democratic presidential nominee who lost to Trump, shared that she frequently hears from voters who regret supporting Trump or not voting at all. Clinton emphasized the importance of voting in the upcoming election, urging people not to dwell on missed opportunities. She stressed that voting is crucial as it directly impacts our lives and well-being. Clinton also expressed concern over the possibility of a candidate winning the popular vote but losing the election, as she experienced in the past. She warned that Biden and Harris could face a similar fate, even if they win by a significant margin in the popular vote. "Listen to me. We need a large turnout to prevent Trump from winning through deception or fraud." Democrats are concerned about Trump's attacks on mail-in voting and changes at the Postal Service that could affect the election. DeJoy, a Trump supporter, has pledged to postpone these changes. Democrats are also drawing attention to Trump's immigration policies, stance on gun control, and withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement through videos. Nancy Pelosi, the first female Speaker of the US House of Representatives, discussed Trump's lack of respect for facts, working families, and specifically women in her speech at the convention. She highlighted how his disrespect is evident in his policies affecting health and rights. Senator Elizabeth Warren also emphasized the importance of affordable childcare in Biden's agenda to support working Americans. Harris, in her upcoming speech, will likely share her background as a child of immigrants and her accomplishments in breaking gender and racial barriers throughout her career. She became well-known in the Senate for her thorough questioning of Trump nominees such as Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh and Attorney General Bill Barr. The Republican National Convention, which will also be primarily virtual, is scheduled for next week.