Adam Kinzinger speaks at DNC

Former Republican Congressman Adam Kinzinger made headlines on Thursday as he took the stage at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris. Kinzinger, who has been a vocal critic of Donald Trump since the Capitol riot, urged fellow Republicans to join him in defending democracy and decency. He expressed pride in his Republican roots but acknowledged a significant shift within the party, stating, “The Republican Party is no longer conservative.” Kinzinger's remarks highlighted his disillusionment with the current GOP leadership, particularly targeting Trump. He described Trump as a “weak man pretending to be strong” and criticized the party for abandoning its foundational principles in favor of loyalty to Trump. He emphasized that true conservatism lies in upholding the Constitution and democracy, which he believes the current Republican Party has failed to do. In a call to action, Kinzinger encouraged Republicans who still value traditional conservative principles to consider aligning with the Democratic Party. He asserted that Democrats are equally patriotic and love the country just as much as Republicans do. His speech coincided with Harris's acceptance of the Democratic presidential nomination, marking a pivotal moment in the convention focused on the future of the party. Kinzinger's appearance at the convention underscores a growing divide within the Republican Party and reflects a broader movement among some conservatives to distance themselves from Trump’s influence.