Students, St. Louis area politicians and St. Louisians gathered at the Missouri History Museum at 2 p.m. on debate day, many holding Clinton-Kaine signs, for the kickoff of the Forward Together bus tour, an initiative by the Democratic National Convention.

The tour will include two buses moving across the country; each stop will feature appearances from prominent Democratic officials, activists and celebrities.

“The bus tour is going across 20 different states to talk about Hillary Clinton’s campaign and to make sure people are registered to vote,” the DNC’s Assistant Press Secretary Rachel Palermo said. “We’re working with different Democratic leaders—state party chairs, elected officials in Congress, state representatives—just people who are activists who are excited about this election.”

The St. Louis event featured speeches from prominent Democrats Rev. Jesse Jackson, Gov. Jay Nixon and Rep. Lacy Clay. While talking points were framed around highlighting Hillary Clinton’s goals and accomplishments, the speakers also emphasized the importance of voting rights.

After a minor delay waiting for the bus’ arrival, the event began at 2:20 p.m. Democratic delegate and Washington University senior Jimmy Loomis began with opening remarks, then introduced DNC Chief of Staff Brandon Davis. Davis reiterated the tour’s purpose of galvanizing Democrats to vote before introducing Congressman Clay.

Clay began his speech briefly mentioning the most recent Trump scandal regarding his sexually charged comments.

“Tonight with the events that occurred over the last 48 hours, the choice couldn’t be clearer about who we want to lead this nation for the next four to eight years, and obviously, it’s Hillary Rodham Clinton,” Clay said.

Clay transitioned into his commitment with Governor Nixon to fight against a proposed amendment that would establish stringent voter ID laws in Missouri, which followed into an introduction for Governor Nixon.

Nixon, then, emphasized his support for Clinton’s plans for affordable higher education.

“If you can keep higher education affordable, you can make a pathway to greater prosperity,” Nixon said.

While each speaker received a warm and enthusiastic welcome, Rev. Jesse Jackson’s presence elicited the strongest response from attendees, with people cheering and moving closer to the front. Jackson guided his speech with call-and-response phrases; with every phrase he’d say, he’d wait for the audience to repeat the words before continuing. He followed by discussing his support for Clinton, then encouraged all attendees to make sure they were registered to vote.

“The crown jewel of our democracy is the right to vote,” Jackson said.

The event concluded with a meet-and-greet with the speakers, along with opportunities to take photos with the bus to post on social media.

The Forward Together campaign bus, now, rolls on.