Michigan officials took center stage on the final night of the Democratic National Convention.
Among a long list of star-studded speakers included three officials from the battleground state of Michigan.
U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) introduced herself as the Democratic nominee for Michigan’s open U.S. Senate seat.
“I want to talk tonight about national security because the choice in November is stark,” said Slotkin. “America retreating from the world or leading the world.”
Slotkin highlighted her experience as a former CIA officer and Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense.
“For everyone here and everyone watching, I want you to proudly claim your patriotism,” Slotkin said. “You are here because you love your country. Do not give an inch to pretenders who wrap themselves in the flag but spit in the face of freedoms it represents.”
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson also took the stage in support of Kamala Harris.
“My job is to protect people, all people,” said Swanson.
Swanson discussed a defining moment in his career surrounding a 2020 demonstration in Flint.
“We were able to turn a protest into a peaceful movement by walking together,” Swanson said. “One city, one community, and one country. America, let’s walk, let’s walk together, and let’s elect Kamala Harris.”
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer also spoke during the final night of the convention.
Whitmer touted Harris as the relatable candidate.
“Kamala Harris, she gets us, she sees us, she is us,” said Whitmer.
Whitmer painted Donald Trump as out of touch.
“You think he understands that when your car breaks down, you can’t get to work? No. His first word was probably chauffer,” Whitmer said.