DNC Ratings Thump Trump as 29 Million Tune In to Harris' Speech
The Remarkable Viewership of Harris' Speech
Harris’ acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention garnered immense attention, reaching an audience of 29 million across multiple networks. This number surpassed former President Trump’s speech, which attracted 25.4 million viewers. Nielsen data highlighted that this viewership is 14% higher than Trump’s.
Comparative Audience Metrics
In addition to surpassing Trump, Harris outperformed the 24.6 million viewers from Joe Biden's 2020 acceptance speech and is close to the 29.8 million who watched Hillary Clinton in 2016. Given her engaging 37-minute delivery compared to Trump’s lengthy presentation, viewers were captivated by her performance.
Significance for Democratic Campaigns
This success highlights how Harris energizes the Democratic base, especially following President Biden’s unexpected withdrawal from the 2024 race. Key cities in swing states, such as Philadelphia and Detroit, showed Harris attracting up to 50% more viewers than Trump, a promising trend for her campaign.
Shifts in Viewership Dynamics
- MSNBC recorded its highest ratings ever for a Democratic convention.
- CNN was the second most-watched for the week.
- Fox News made efforts to appeal to a broader audience.
Overall, the Democratic National Convention dominated the airwaves, setting a positive trajectory for Harris' presidential prospects.
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