![Mock Convention Political Chair John Harashinski, 20, explains the contested convention on February 14, 2020. Photo by Lilah Kimble.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/DSC_0119-1-900x600.jpg)
Letter to the editor: A letter from the Mock Convention Political Chair
After Sen. Bernie Sanders dropped out of the presidential race, John Harashinski, '20, explains the difficulty of the 2020 primary election
![This photo, from Mock Convention 2020, shows students celebrating after announcing Mock Conventions nomination of Sen. Bernie Sanders as the Democratic Partys presidential candidate in 2020. A similar process will happen for the GOP presidential nominee this year. Photo by Lilah Kimble](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/87289451_2477132262392556_3741939335507738624_o-900x600.jpg)
Mock Convention’s predicted nominee suspends bid for president
Mock Convention is projected to make a seventh incorrect prediction
![This photo, from Mock Convention 2020, shows students celebrating after announcing Mock Conventions nomination of Sen. Bernie Sanders as the Democratic Partys presidential candidate in 2020. A similar process will happen for the GOP presidential nominee this year. Photo by Lilah Kimble](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/87289451_2477132262392556_3741939335507738624_o-900x600.jpg)
When Mock Convention nominated Bernie Sanders, his campaign said he couldn’t answer the call
Mock Convention representatives say a campaign spokesman asked about the political views of the audience
Opinion: Bernie Sanders, the magic socialist
Tyler Palicia, '23, agrees with Mock Convention 2020's prediction
Why We Love Mock Con
From Lee Greenwood to the iconic balloon drop, the contested 27th Mock Convention was an unforgettable weekend.
![The 2018 Democratic nominee for Florida governor addressed the importance of restoring voting rights for felons. Photo by Lilah Kimble.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DSC_0894-600x900.jpg)
Andrew Gillum encourages young people to get involved in politics
"You all are what is right with America," Gillum told students in the audience
![Luke Basham, Democratic party analyst, stands at the podium to introduce the roll call.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DSC_0971-900x600.jpeg)
Bernie Sanders wins Mock Con’s Democratic nomination after contested convention
The 27th Mock Convention nominates Sanders for president
![Photo by Lilah Kimble](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DSC_0599-900x880.jpg)
Cameron Kasky talks mental health, gun violence and activism
“You can’t save the whole world if you’re not taking care of yourself,” he said.
![Trevor Noah discusses the political divide in America](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DSC_0640-900x600.jpg)
Trevor Noah discusses the political divide in America
The keynote speaker touched on serious topics while keeping the audience laughing with Trump and Obama impressions
![Donna Brazile urges students to make a wise choice](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/DSC_0479-900x600.jpg)
Donna Brazile urges students to make a ‘wise choice’
Brazile’s energetic speech called on students to use their power to vote Trump out of office
![Patti Solis Doyle address Mock Convention.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Doyle-900x600.jpg)
Patti Solis Doyle talks immigration, Hispanic voters in 2020 election
Doyle spoke directly to DREAMers during her Mock Convention speech