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DNC Names Boston, Denver, Philadelphia Finalists for 2028 Convention

8/20/2026

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DNC Announces Finalists

The Democratic National Committee announced Boston, Denver and Philadelphia as the three finalist cities to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention.
Leaders highlighted the convention’s potential to generate major economic benefits for local businesses and to showcase the cities’ diverse, working-class communities.
DNC chair Ken Martin called the three bids “incredibly strong,” describing the event as a celebration of the party’s future nominee.

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DNC Picks Cities

The Democratic National Committee announced Boston, Denver, and Philadelphia as the three finalist cities to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention.
Critics said the shortlist’s omission of Chicago and Atlanta shows the party is abandoning Southern and Black voters.
DNC Chair Ken Martin said each city presented strong bids on the platform X.
The committee will select the final host city before the end of 2026.

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DNC names finalists

On August 20 2026, the Democratic National Committee announced Boston, Denver and Philadelphia as the three finalist cities to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention.
A Colorado Democratic Party release projected the Denver convention could generate more than $400 million in economic impact.
DNC Chair Ken Martin praised the bids as “incredibly strong” and promised an inspiring celebration.
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston called the convention a “tremendous opportunity” for the city.

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DNC Announces Finalists

The Democratic National Committee announced Boston, Denver and Philadelphia as the three finalist cities to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention.
Leaders highlighted the convention’s potential to generate major economic benefits for local businesses and to showcase the cities’ diverse, working-class communities.
DNC chair Ken Martin called the three bids “incredibly strong,” describing the event as a celebration of the party’s future nominee.

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