Videos Produced by TV News Veterans for Democratic National Convention Night Three
The third night of the Democratic National Convention is set to feature two powerful videos produced by TV news veterans who played a key role in shaping the narrative of the Jan. 6 committee hearings.
Melinda Arons, a former senior producer for Nightline and executive at Participant Media, along with former ABC News chief James Goldston, have collaborated on these two shorts. One video aims to remind viewers of the shocking events of January 6, 2021, while the other will argue that Republican nominee Donald Trump is poised to perpetuate the “Big Lie” that the 2020 election was stolen.
These videos are part of the overarching theme of “A Fight for Our Freedoms” for the third night of the convention. Goldston and Arons previously worked on the House Select Committee on January 6, helping to present a compelling case through televised hearings that Trump and his administration were involved in criminal activities during the Capitol riots.
While Wednesday’s video won’t focus on legal arguments, it will serve as a poignant reminder of the chaos and turmoil of that fateful day. Arons expressed the intention to bring viewers back to the emotional impact of witnessing the events unfold.
The second video will address the potential threat of Trump repeating his baseless claims of election fraud, as seen in his “Stop the Steal” efforts following the 2020 election. This video will emphasize the importance of voter turnout and serve as a call to action for Democrats to mobilize and ensure a strong showing at the polls.
Overall, these videos are expected to be a powerful and compelling addition to the convention, reinforcing the urgency of the upcoming election and the need for active participation in safeguarding democracy.