Ahead of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois Democrats, led by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, rallied at the Illinois State Fair to support Kamala Harris' presidential campaign. Pritzker and other state leaders emphasized party unity and criticized the GOP's policies, highlighting the Democratic achievements in Illinois. Similarly, New York Democrats held a rally in Harlem, focusing on overcoming recent losses and backing Harris, with Gov. Kathy Hochul calling for efforts in key battleground districts. The enthusiasm for Harris is seen as a significant boost, with leaders like U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin praising Biden's decision to endorse her. Both events underscored the importance of battling against former President Donald Trump and emphasized reproductive and workers' rights as key issues.