Press Play with Madeleine Brand

TV critic compares and contrasts Republican and Democratic National Conventions

Night two of the Republican National Convention featured speeches from members of the Trump family, most notably Melania Trump. Her speech addressed the pandemic and offered condolences to families suffering from the virus.

By Madeleine Brand • Aug 26, 2020 • 13m Listen

Night two of the Republican National Convention featured speeches from members of the Trump family, most notably Melania Trump. Her speech addressed the pandemic and offered condolences to families suffering from the virus. The first lady urged Americans to “come together in a civil manner.” Night two also featured footage of President Trump attending a naturalization ceremony for five new citizens.

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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

TV critic compares and contrasts Republican and Democratic National Conventions

Night two of the Republican National Convention featured speeches from members of the Trump family, most notably Melania Trump. Her speech addressed the pandemic and offered condolences to families suffering from the virus.

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Press Play with Madeleine Brand

TV critic compares and contrasts Republican and Democratic National Conventions

Night two of the Republican National Convention featured speeches from members of the Trump family, most notably Melania Trump. Her speech addressed the pandemic and offered condolences to families suffering from the virus.

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