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Day One of the DNC - The first day of the Democratic National Convention was filled with passionate appeals in favor of the president. Here is BET.com's recap of the day's events in case you missed them. — Naeesa Aziz (Photo: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

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Michelle Makes the Case for Her Man - First Lady Michelle Obama took to the stage and reminded voters why they chose her husband back in 2008 with a personal speech that drew distinctions between the president and Mitt Romney. (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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Family Affair - While Michelle addressed the convention, President Obama and their daughters, Malia and Sasha, watched the first lady on television. (Photo: Pete Souza/White House Photo via Getty Images)

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Rev. Jackson's in the Building - An active Democrat for many decades, Rev. Jesse Jackson made an appearance at the convention. (Photo: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

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It's a Family Affair - First Lady Michelle Obama's brother, Craig Robinson, and President Barack Obama's sister, Dr. Maya Kassandra Soetoro-Ng, both delivered a speech in favor of President Obama's candidacy.  (Photo: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

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"It Starts With Education" - San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro gave the keynote address Tuesday night and emphasized the importance of education as a cornerstone of the American Dream. He is the first Latino to deliver the keynote address in DNC history. (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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“Cory, Cory, Cory” - Newark Mayor Cory Booker's speech elicited cheers from the crowd as he drove home the platform's call for the richest Americans to pay a higher percentage of taxes. (Photo: Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

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Ledisi Lights Up the Stage - Singer Ledisi provided musical entertainment Tuesday. (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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Foxx Welcomes Delegates - Mayor of Charlotte Anthony R. Foxx made sure to raise the profile of his city while advocating on behalf of the president.   (Photo: Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

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Virginia Is for Democrats - Senate candidate and former Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine spoke about how his home state is finally showing its love for the Democratic Party.  (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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Women in Charge - Ohio candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives Joyce Beatty spoke Tuesday night while flanked by female members of Congress.  (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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Singing With Glee - Glee actress Amber Riley sang the national anthem. (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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Worthy of Applause - Tammy Duckworth, the courageous Illinois congressional candidate, shared her tale of sacrifice through military service.   (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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Rahm Emanuel Represents - Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel represented the president's hometown with his remarks Tuesday and gave insight into Obama's character gleaned from his days as chief of staff. (Photo: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

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Pro-Choice Politics - President of NARAL Pro-Choice America Nancy Keenan addressed the convention. (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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Kal Penn Keeps It Light - Actor and former White House staffer Kal Penn lightened things up a bit with his humorous speech in support of President Obama.  (Photo: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

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