Biden announced as keynote speaker for South Dakota Democratic event

By: South Dakota Searchlight staff

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: May 16, 2026

Words: 195

Last Updated: 2 months, 1 week ago


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Former President Joe Biden will be the keynote speaker June 5 at the South Dakota Democratic Party’s McGovern Day Dinner, the party announced Saturday.

“It is an honor to welcome President Biden to South Dakota, especially during such a critical time for our country,” said Shane Merrill, the state party chairman, in a news release.

The fundraiser event will be at the Best Western Plus Ramkota Exhibit Hall in Sioux Falls. It will include a …

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