2020 Democratic National Convention
Special Coverage
Milwaukee has defined its own narrative over the past year as the host city for the DNC event. This series of news features explores different elements of that process, particularly as ethnic communities seek a foothold in the economic profits from the event, and a positive identity in the eyes of the country. These stories cover the excitement and uncertainty that the opportunity will bring, and the aspirations of Milwaukee’s modern presentation on the national stage.
LULAC and Airbnb partner ahead of 2020 DNC to promote entrepreneurship for Latinx women
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and Airbnb announced a national partnership at LULAC’s 90th Annual Convention in Milwaukee on July 11. Because Hispanic residents in Milwaukee is the fastest growing ethnic population in Wisconsin, and the city will...
Episodes of John McGivern’s “Around the Corner” offer preview of Milwaukee for 2020 DNC visitors
“The spotlight is going to be on Milwaukee like it’s never been before. In one way that’s great, because that’s going to allow us to showcase what we love about the city of Milwaukee and our strengths, why we live here, why it’s great. At the same time, we all know...
City moves forward on streetcar expansion plans with The Hop for 2020 DNC and beyond
Mayor Tom Barrett and Common Council members gathered with local business leaders in Bronzeville on May 2 to announce the city’s proposal for expansion of the streetcar line ahead of the 2020 Democratic National Convention. The press conference took place at...
City holds DNC 2020 brainstorming session to assist minority enterprises share in economic impact
As Milwaukee gears up for the 2020 Democratic National Convention, city leaders, members of Business Improvement Districts (BID) and Neighborhood Improvement Districts (NID) came together on April 17 at Riverwest’s The Vibe for a two-way fact-finding and brainstorming...
DNC Chair Tom Perez returns for convention planning with hope to inspire Midwest and beyond
While the Democratic National Convention will be concentrated in Milwaukee, Democratic National Committee Chairman Tom Perez said the event will be an opportunity to organize across Wisconsin and the Midwest. Perez and his team were in Milwaukee on April 23 and 24,...
Mitchell Airport to get Milwaukee-flavored refresh of food and shops in time for 2020 DNC
A total of 22 restaurants and retail shops will be remodeled or replaced by next year at Wisconsins’s main air hub, significantly enhancing the experience for the more than seven million travelers who choose MKE each year. Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele...
