As the Democratic National Convention kicked off on Tuesday in Charlotte, N.C., photographer Charles Ommanney was there to capture the mood among the delegates and party luminaries who gathered to support President Obama’s campaign for a second term. See his best shots.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
Barack Obama stands in front of an audience of thousands as he accepts the Democratic nomination for President of the United States.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
Pre-distributed signs show gratitude as delegates, press and guests watch proceedings of the Democratic National Convention's second day.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
Hands—and hats—over hearts, crowds at the DNC listen to Olympian Gabby Douglas recite the Pledge of the Allegiance on Wednesday.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
Former president Bill Clinton gave a rousing speech in support of Barack Obama's reelection on the second night of the convention.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
Sign-holders tout the jobs stats under President Obama during the convention's second day.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
The crowd cheers a speech on Day 1 of the convention.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
First lady Michelle Obama wowed the crowd—and many pundits—with her convention speech Tuesday night. Her address wove together stories of her husband’s humble upbringing with his policy efforts as president to help the middle class.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
Delegates came up with some interesting ways to support the Obama-Biden ticket.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright greets delegates at the convention.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel rallies the crowd.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
The convention floor’s diverse crowd.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
The convention brought together diverse personalities, as well.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
Not everybody in Charlotte was celebrating Obama.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
Pictures of Obama cover the sidewalk.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
People who gathered outside the convention fought for their voices to be heard.
Charles Ommanney for Newsweek
