Coming off the heels of a massive Democratic National Convention in 2024, Chicago could once again host the event in 2028 and 2032.Democratic National Committee announced Monday that Chicago was one of five cities selected as finalists to host the event alongside Atlanta, Boston, Denver and Philadel phia.Held before each presidential election, the convention includes speeches from prominent Democrats and the party formally nominates its presidential and vice presidential candidates. Chicago hosted the 2024 Democratic National Convention, when the party nominated former Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to run against now-President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.“With our extensive track-record of safely and successfully hosting large-scale events, our vibrant and diverse culture, and our status as a world-class destination — we’re confident that Chicago is best positioned to put on a convention that matches the enthusiasm, success, and energy of the 2024 DNC,” the Chicago Bid Committee said in a statement. “The team that brought Democrats the best political convention is ready to do it again.”The Chicago Bid Committee submitted its proposal to host the event earlier this year and met with DNC officials in February to answer questions about the proposal and preparation to hold the event.Chicago’s bid video lauds the city as a political leader that is home to hard workers and high-profile Democrats like former President Barack Obama. Oprah Winfrey, Derrick Rose, John Legend and the Chicago Sky appear alongside picturesque drone shots of the city.“From the factory floors to the halls of power, Chicago is the birthplace of change,” a voiceover says in the video. “In the face of adversity, Chicago never backs down.”During the 2024 convention, thousands protested near the United Center, the convention’s venue, decrying the Democrats’ response to the war in Gaza and calling for the U.S. to cut ties with Israel. But the protests were largely peaceful and city officials considered the 2024 convention a success, partly due to the event generating $317 million for the local economy. ...read more read less