Opinion: Rating the D.N.C.’s first night, on a scale of 0 to 10

"This is who the Democratic Party is, and they are proud of it": Our Opinion writers weigh in.

View in browser|nytimes.com August 20, 2024 Times Opinion writers rated the first night of the Democratic National Convention on a scale of 0 to 10: 0 means the night was a disaster; 10 means it could lead to a big polling bump. Illustration by The New York Times. Photographs by Eric Lee and Jamie Kelter Davis for The New York Times Opinion These were the best and worst moments. → MORE COVERAGE Kamala Harris's tan suit was surprising for two reasons, our fashion critic writes. → Analysis: This was the speech President Biden never wanted to give. → These were the highlights from the first night of the Democratic convention. → Sign up for the Opinion Today newsletter Get expert analysis of the news and a guide to the big ideas shaping the world every weekday morning. Get it in your inbox Sign up for the On Politics newsletter. Your guide to the 2024 elections. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018