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Images From The 2008 Democratic National Convention
2008-09-14 02:54:00 Questions: Did you watch the video? What did you think?Comment about it here! I’m a Denver, Colorado native and have lived here my whole life. When I heard that the 2008 Democratic National Convention was going to be held in Denver I was stoked! The 2008 presidential election is going to be ...
Robert Davi Backstage at the Republican National Convention VIDEO
2008-09-12 23:26:00 Robert Davi comments on the Republican National Convention from backstage at the Xcel Center in St. Paul Minnesota. Tags: Republican National Convention and Robert Davi
Getting My Wish on Gay Issues at GOP Convention
2008-09-10 00:14:00 The day before I left for the Republican National Convention, I advised the GOP to avoid gay issues in St. Paul. Once there, my impression was that they heeded my advice. (Maybe folks at the RNC read this blog.  :-) ) Or merely that I had a similar notion to that of some sage political strategist advising the RNC. Seems I’m not the only one who noticed this. In a column today in the Wall Street Journal, Jamie Kirchick writes that gay-bashing was “absent from last week’s Republican gabfest.” Kudos to Jamie for taking the time to do the research to confirm my observation that “that gays were not part of the agenda this year:” Indeed, the only speaker to make mention of them was the former Arkansas governor and Baptist preacher Mike Huckabee, and he did so only tangentially, stating that Mr. McCain “doesn’t want to change the very definition of marriage from what it has always meant throughout recorded human history.” (The sam...
By: GayPatriot
McCain's Post Convention Bounce
2008-09-08 23:43:00 Is pretty impressive...From RCP:PollDateSampleMcCain (R)Obama (D)SpreadRCP Average09/05 - 09/07--48.645.4McCain +3.2CNN09/05 - 09/07942 RV4848TieUSA Today/Gallup09/05 - 09/07823 LV5444McCain +10Rasmussen Tracking09/05 - 09/073000 LV4847McCain +1Hotline/FD Tracking09/05 - 09/07924 RV4444TieGallup Tracking09/05 - 09/072733 RV4944McCain +5Look like its going to be an extremely close race since all polls save USA Today are within or close to the margin of error. Although I for one am curious as to how much of his recent gains are a post convention bounce and how are due to Palin.
By: Dyre Portents
Media Bias & GOP Convention Bounce
2008-09-08 19:10:00 As most polls shows John McCain edging into the lead over Barack Obama following the successful GOP Convention in St. Paul, John Hinderaker sums it up: Obama will have the edge when voters are learning about the campaign from newspapers, magazines or television, and McCain will have the advantage when voters actually see the candidates perform. ...
By: GayPatriot
Convention Retrospective of a gay Republican Blogger
2008-09-07 02:18:00 It is perhaps ironic that I waited until the last minute to decide to attend an event which could turn out to be one of the most seminal of my life. Note, I say, “could.” I met so many good people, spent time with a number of old friends and finally got to experience a ...
By: GayPatriot
AP Says Shame on GOP for Showing Palin?s Kids at Convention?
2008-09-06 22:36:00 -By Warner Todd Huston Apparently Ted Anthony of the Associated Press thinks it is somehow “contradictory” of the GOP to show VP candidate Governor Sarah Palin’s kids at the GOP convention on TV. He seems to imagine that, since the GOP objected to the media attempting to use the kids against Governor Palin, that the GOP ...
By: Publius Forum
What?s A Nice Democratic Girl Like Me Doing At A Convention Like This?
2008-09-06 15:18:00 By Cynthia Ruccia, Special to The Stiletto Blog Wow ? flying to St. Paul, MN, for the Republican National Convention. I still feel like I’ve fallen down that rabbit hole in ?Alice in Wonderland? and the world is upside down. Honestly, when 2008 started, I had a whole set of New Year’s resolutions just like everyone ...
John McCain Republican National Convention VIDEO PODCAST TEXT
2008-09-05 22:40:00 Download John McCain MP3Remarks As Prepared for Delivery: John McCain. Thursday, September 04, 2008, 2008 Xcel Energy Center. Contact: Joanna Burgos, Contact Phone: (651) 467-2728FULL TEXT TRANSCRIPT: Thank you all very much. Tonight, I have a privilege given few Americans -- the privilege of accepting our party?s nomination for President of the United States. And I accept it with gratitude, humility and confidence.In my life, no success has come without a good fight, and this nomination wasn?t any different. That?s a tribute to the candidates who opposed me and their supporters. They?re leaders of great ability, who love our country, and wished to lead it to better days. Their support is an honor I won?t forget.I?m grateful to the President for leading us in those dark days following the worst attack on American soil in our history, and keeping us safe from another attack many thought was inevitable; and to the First Lady, Laura Bush, a model of grace and kindness in public and in ...
Cindy McCain Republican National Convention VIDEO PODCAST TEXT
2008-09-05 21:58:00 Download Cindy McCain MP3Remarks As Prepared for Delivery: Cindy McCain FULL STREAMING VIDEO Thursday, September 04, 2008 Xcel Energy Center. Contact: Joanna Burgos, Contact Phone: (651) 467-2728FULL TEXT TRANSCRIPT: Thank you everyone.John and I are so proud of them and so happy to have them here with us tonight.Nothing has made me happier or more fulfilled in my life than being a mother.But while John and I take great joy in having been able to spend time together this week as a family, our hearts go out to the thousands of families who have had to leave their homes once again due to devastating weather.It is not only our natural instinct to rally to them, to lift them up with our prayers and come to their aid, it is also our duty to our country.That duty is what brings me before you tonight. And it's much larger and more important than just me or John or any of us: It's the work of this great country calling us together - and there is no greater duty than that, no more essentia...
My Official Convention Funny Hat Picture
2008-09-05 01:54:00 Judy Davidson was delighted to model her hat for me so I could make the convention complete. Because without a funny hat picture, you haven’t really covered a political convention. A nice Jewish from Downington, Pennsylvania is wearing a Log Cabin “Inclusion WIns” pin and has been trying to find nice Jewish guys with whom to ...
By: GayPatriot
Report from the Convention Floor
2008-09-04 23:58:00 I just cut two interviews for Pajamas TV, one in Pajamas booth where I have pretty much based myself one from Pajamas booth and the other from the convention floor. It was quite a feeling to be there on the floor, seeing the various delegates and the countless reporters, many interviewing those delegates, others chatting with ...
By: GayPatriot
Rudy Giuliani Republican National Convention VIDEO PODCAST TEXT
2008-09-04 23:41:00 Download Rudy Giuliani MP3Remarks As Prepared for Delivery: Mayor Rudy Giuliani FULL STREAMING VIDEO Wednesday, September 03, 2008 Xcel Energy Center. Contact: Joanna Burgos, Contact Phone: (651) 467-2728FULL TEXT TRANSCRIPT: Almost exactly one year ago during a Republican presidential debate in Durham, New Hampshire, I said that if I weren't running for President myself, I'd be supporting John McCain. Well, I'm not, and I do.Every four years, we are told that this Presidential election is the most important election of our lifetime. This year - 2008 - IS the most important.This has already been historic. It is the longest Presidential campaign in history. And it sometimes felt even longer.The American people realize this election represents a turning point. In two months they will decide the future direction of our nation. It's a decision to follow one path or another.'We the people' - the citizens of the United States - get to decide our next president ... not the media, not...
Mike Huckabee Republican National Convention VIDEO PODCAST TEXT
2008-09-04 22:20:00 Download Mike Huckabee Mp3Remarks As Prepared for Delivery: Gov. Mike Huckabee FULL STREAMING VIDEO Wednesday, September 03, 2008FULL TEXT TRANSCRIPT: As much as I appreciate the opportunity to speak tonight, I really was originally hoping for the slot on Thursday called the acceptance speech. But I am delighted to speak on behalf of my 2nd choice for the Republican nomination for President, John McCain -- a man with the character and stubborn kind of integrity that I want in a President.I grew up at a time and in a place where the civil rights movement was fought. I witnessed first hand the shameful evil of racism. I saw how ignorance and prejudice caused people to do the unthinkable to people of color not so many years ago.So, I say with sincerity that I have great respect for Senator Obama's historic achievement to become his party's nominee -- not because of his color, but with indifference to it. Party or politics aside, we celebrate this milestone because it elevates our cou...
Mitt Romney Republican National Convention VIDEO PODCAST TEXT
2008-09-04 21:56:00 Download Mitt Romney MP3Remarks As Prepared for Delivery: Former Governor Mitt Romney FULL STREAMING VIDEO Wednesday, September 03, 2008FULL TEXT TRANSCRIPT: For decades, the Washington sun has been rising in the east - Washington has been looking to the eastern elites, to the editorial pages of the Times and the Post, and to the broadcasters from the coast.If America really wants change, it's time to look for the sun in the west, cause it's about to rise and shine from Arizona and Alaska!Last week, the Democrats talked about change. But let me ask you -- what do you think Washington is right now, liberal or conservative? Is a Supreme Court liberal or conservative that awards Guantanamo terrorists with constitution rights? It's liberal! Is a government liberal or conservative that puts the interests of the teachers union ahead of the needs of our children? -- It's liberal!Is a Congress liberal or conservative that stops nuclear power plants and off-shore drilling, making us more...
Sarah Palin Republican National Convention VIDEO PODCAST TEXT
2008-09-04 16:03:00 Download Sarah Palin MP3Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Alaska Governor Sarah Palin FULL STREAMING VIDEO Vice Presidential Nominee To Address the 2008 Republican National Convention Wednesday, September 03, 2008FULL TEXT TRANSCRIPT: Mr. Chairman, delegates, and fellow citizens: I am honored to be considered for the nomination for Vice President of the United States...I accept the call to help our nominee for president to serve and defend America.I accept the challenge of a tough fight in this election... against confident opponents ... at a crucial hour for our country.And I accept the privilege of serving with a man who has come through much harder missions ... and met far graver challenges ... and knows how tough fights are won - the next president of the United States, John S. McCain.It was just a year ago when all the experts in Washington counted out our nominee because he refused to hedge his commitment to the security of the country he loves.With their usual certitude, th...
President Bush Republican National Convention VIDEO PODCAST TEXT
2008-09-04 01:28:00 MP3 Format PODCAST below Download President Bush Mp3Remarks by the President to the Republican National Convention FULL STREAMING VIDEO Tuesday, September 02, 2008FULL TEXT TRANSCRIPT: THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Laura. Good evening. As you know, my duties have me here in Washingtontonight to oversee the federal government's efforts to help citizens recover from Hurricane Gustav. We are thankful that the damage in New Orleans and across the Gulf Coast was less than many had feared.I commend the governors of Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas for their sure-handed response and seamless coordination with the federal government. I thank all the wonderful volunteers who stepped forward to help their brothers and sisters in need. We know that there is still risk even after the storm has passed. So I ask citizens across the region to listen closely to local officials and follow their instructions before returning to their homes. All of us are keeping the people of the Gu...
Joe Lieberman Republican National Convention VIDEO PODCAST TEXT
2008-09-04 00:10:00 MP3 Format PODCAST below Download Joe Lieberman MP3Remarks As Prepared for Delivery: U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman FULL STREAMING VIDEO Wednesday, September 03, 2008FULL TEXT TRANSCRIPT: Thank you for that warm welcome. I am honored to be here.We meet tonight in the wake of a terrible storm that has hit the Gulf Coast but that hurts all of us, because we are all members of our larger American family.At times like this, we set aside all that divides us, and we come together to help our fellow citizens in need.What matters is certainly not whether we are Democrats or Republicans, but that we are all Americans.The truth is, it shouldn?t take a hurricane to bring us together like this.Every day, across our country, millions of our fellow citizens are facing huge problems.They are worried about their homes, their jobs, and their businesses; they are worried about the outrageous cost of gas and of health insurance; and they are worried about the threats from our enemies abroad.But when ...
Fred Thompson Republican National Convention VIDEO PODCAST TEXT
2008-09-03 18:42:00 MP3 Format PODCAST below Download Fred Thompson MP3Remarks As Prepared for Delivery: Former U.S. Sen. Fred Thompson, FULL STREAMING VIDEO Tuesday, September 02, 2008FULL TEXT TRANSCRIPT: Tonight our thoughts are still with our friends and fellow citizens in the Gulf Coast area, and our thanks go to those who have worked so hard to keep them safe. There can be no more important work than this.But what we are doing at this convention is also important to our country.We are going to nominate the next President and Vice President of the United States of America.We do so while taking a different view of our country than that of the other party.Listening to them you'd think that we were in the middle of a great depression; that we are down, disrespected and incapable of prevailing against challenges facing us.We know that we have challenges ... always have, always will.But we also know that we live in the freest, strongest, most generous and prosperous nation in the history of th...
Republican National Convention Tuesday Night's Program
2008-09-03 02:01:00 Joe Lieberman BiographyRepublican National Convention Announces Tuesday Night's Program of Events Fred Thompson and Joe Lieberman Among Featured Speakers For Immediate Release Tuesday, September 02, 2008 Contact: For Immediate Release Tuesday, September 02, 2008, Contact: Joanna Burgos Contact Phone: (651) 467-2728SAINT PAUL, Minn. - The 2008 Republican National Convention today announced the program of events for Tuesday, Sept. 2. The program will feature speeches by U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman and former U.S. Sen. Fred Thompson. Their remarks will reflect the convention?s overall theme, "Country First," and the theme for Tuesday?s events, which is "service."Fred Thompson Biography"We are excited to announce Tuesday?s featured speakers, who will share John McCain?s remarkable record of leadership and service with millions of Americans tonight. We are looking forward to showcasing John McCain?s life-long record of putting his country first," said Republican National Committee Chairman ...
A Gay Republican Blogger at the GOP Convention
2008-09-02 23:32:00 I walked over from the University Club to the Xcel Center where the convention is taking place. They have put up barricades and there’s been lots of security, but even the cops from out of town seem to have caught a case of “Minnesota Nice.” Everyone’s been really, really friendly. While I don’t have wireless at ...
By: GayPatriot
2008 Republican National Convention - Day One VIDEO
2008-09-02 17:50:00 2008 Republican National Convention - Day One - FULL STREAMING VIDEO, The Republican National Convention began in St. Paul, MN with a shortened session. First Lady Laura Bush introduced a video about Hurricane Gustav relief efforts, with statements by governors of four Gulf Coast states. She and Cindy McCain encouraged delegates to support recovery efforts.2008 GOP Convention - Monday Artist / Source C-SPAN Copyright (C) 2008 National Cable Satellite Corporation Length: 1:10:44, Format: RealVideo, Quality: 128Kbps, Audio Channels: 1, Rights Summary: There are no rights or restrictions associated with this clipAbout the Republican National Convention - The 2008 Republican National Convention will be held at Saint Paul's Xcel Energy Center from Sept. 1-4, 2008. Approximately 45,000 delegates, alternate delegates, volunteers, members of the media and other guests are expected to attend the convention. Minneapolis-Saint Paul is expected to receive an estimated $150-$160 million positiv...
Laura Bush, Cindy McCain Republican National Convention VIDEO
2008-09-02 02:18:00 First Lady Laura Bush, Cindy McCain Address Opening Session. FULL STREAMING VIDEO.For Immediate Release. Monday, September 01, 2008 Joanna Burgos Contact Phone: (651) 467-2728SAINT PAUL, Minn. - Today, First Lady Laura Bush and Mrs. Cindy McCain addressed the opening session of the 2008 Republican National Convention. The First Lady and Mrs. McCain's remarks focused on the ongoing relief efforts aimed at assisting the people of the Gulf Coast States. Other speakers included Republican National Committee Chairman Robert M. "Mike" Duncan, U.S. Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC), and U.S. Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA).Below are excerpts from today's remarks:First Lady Laura BushOn putting the well-being of our fellow citizens first:"Our first priority for today and in the coming days is to ensure the safety and well-being of those living in the Gulf Coast Region. And to all of those living in the Gulf States, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you."The effect of Hurricane Gustav i...
Republican National Convention began relief efforts assisting the Gulf Stat
2008-09-01 23:38:00 Hurricane GUSTAV Public Advisory Number 31B Gustav Live Real Time Loop2008 Republican National Convention to Hold Walk-Throughof "Comfort Package" Center Build-Out For Immediate Release Monday, September 01, 2008 Contact: Joanna Burgos Contact Phone: (651) 467-2728SAINT PAUL, Minn. - Today, senior Republican officials began the first day of relief efforts aimed at assisting the people of the Gulf States. As part of these efforts, the 2008 Republican National Convention has partnered with Target, FedEx and the Red Cross to assemble and send 80,000 "comfort packages" to affected residents.FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY WHAT: Walk-Through of the "Comfort Package" Assembly CenterWHERE: Minneapolis Convention Center, Hall A* 1301 Second Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403 *Press wishing to attend should meet outside of Hall ADATE: Monday, September 1, 2008TIME: 12:45 p.m. CSTAbout the Republican National Convention - The 2008 Republican National Convention will be held at Saint Paul's...
Republican National Convention Announce Changes to Convention Program and H
2008-09-01 16:23:00 Hurricane GUSTAV Public Advisory Number 31B Gustav Live Real Time LoopJohn McCain 2008 and 2008 Republican National Convention Announce Changes to Convention Program and Hurricane Response Efforts. Monday's Convention Program Will Only Include Required Proceedings, McCain Campaign Takes Steps to Aid Affected Delegations. For Immediate Release Sunday, August 31, 2008. Joanna Burgos Contact Phone: (651) 467-2728SAINT PAUL, Minn. - At the recommendation of Sen. John McCain, the 2008 Republican National Convention announced substantial changes to the convention's program and actions being taken to help with Hurricane Gustav relief efforts. On Monday, all program activities beyond the official business that must be conducted in accordance with party rules will be cancelled. Among the other actions announced today are the formation of the Affected States Working Group, the establishment of an Affected States Information Center, and the chartering of a DC-9 to transport affected delegate...
On Covering the GOP Convention as a Gay Man
2008-09-01 14:00:00 Back when I started law school, just after I came to terms with my feelings for men, I imagined I would find my beshert (destined or beloved). After I graduated we would move in together. I would practice law for a few years, just to get enough experience to make contacts and prepare myself for ...
By: GayPatriot
Post Convention Thoughts
2008-09-01 07:04:00 So I've had a few days to consider my overall impression of the Democratic National Convention. While it was certainly a fantastic experience (excellent networking, exceptional star gazing, fantastic speeches, interesting panels and round tables), I think, for me, it boils down to an almost catastrophic waste of resources. Let me say at the outset that I recognize the need to rile up the base for the election season. I understand that without an energized, hardcore set of volunteers, the party would be sunk. I'm not sure, however, that the party needs to spend the millions of dollars it did to achieve that effect. I sat in the Pepsi Center on Wednesday night watching the multi video screens scrolling text and flashing stars wondering if we really needed all of that? The party spends four years raising money from major donors just so they can spend a chunk of that money to throw lavish parties for said donors at the Convention. It seems a little nuts.Yes, it all looks great o...
An "alternative" convention speech
2008-08-31 17:20:00 David Brooks, op-ed columnist in the New York Times, writes on August 29, 2008.'My fellow Americans, it is an honor to address the Democratic NationalConvention at this defining moment in history. We stand at acrossroads at a pivot point, near a fork in the road on the edge of aprecipice in the midst of the most consequential election since lastyear's "American Idol."One path before us leads to the past, and the extinction of the humanrace. The other path leads to the future, when we will all be dead. Wemust choose wisely.We must close the book on the bleeding wounds of the old politics ofdivision and sail our ship up a mountain of hope and plant our flag onthe sunrise of a thousand tomorrows with an American promise that willnever die! For this election isn't about the past or the present, oreven the pluperfect conditional. It's about the future, and BarackObama loves the future because that's where all his accomplishmentsare.We meet today to pass the torch to a new generatio...
By: Christian Quoter
Ron Paul followers gathering for own convention
2008-08-31 06:02:00 Ron Paul followers gathering for own convention WASHINGTON – There’s no room at the Xcel Energy Center for maverick Ron Paul, so his acolytes have packed their cars, hitched rides on “Ronvoys” and will pitch tents at Ronstock ‘08 in defiance of next week’s GOP convention in St. Paul, Minn. Almost 9,800 tickets had been sold for ...
By: TexasFred's
Democratic National Convention - The Hillary Voters and Sarah Palin
2008-08-30 23:48:00 I believe Palin was an inspired choice, and will actually impact the election. Before I attended the convention, I accepted the conventional wisdom that the number of women who really felt ill-used by the Obama campaign’s treatment of Hillary was very small, and/or that the depth of feeling was shallow and the importance of electing a ...
Democratic National Convention - On The Floor With Barack Obama
2008-08-30 21:46:00 Thursday did not start auspiciously for your humble blogger correspondent. An arthritis flareup exacerbated hugely by miles of walking on Monday and Tuesday made it a painful experience just to move ten feet from bed to bathroom by Wednesday - and Thursday morning, although I felt a little bit better, mobility was still an issue. ...
Convention observations
2008-08-30 16:16:00 -By Michael M. Bates The first day of the Democratic convention produced fewer attacks than anticipated on the Bush-McCain administration, as it?s now called. Maybe Daddy Yankee?s endorsement of John McCain threw Democrats off their stride. Undoubtedly they?ll make up for lost time over the next three days. Some thoughts after Day 1 ...
By: Publius Forum
Liveblogging the Dem Convention Finale: Mister, G-Bitch &?
2008-08-30 03:19:00 Meet chet_hix. Here's his self-disclosure: And I'm bringing a ton of bias. When McCain decided to take the low road and employ the same tired-ass, fear-and-smear strategy the Republicans have been rolling out since Reagan, I was actually surprised. I thought he was smarter than that. They can't ...
By: The G Bitch Spot
Barack Obama chiude la Convention democratica tra applausi lacrime e sogni
2008-08-29 10:57:00 Barack Obama alla Convention democratica tra applausi lacrime e sogni di rinascita Quarantacinque anni dopo "I have a dream" di Martin Luther King, il candidato democratico ha proposto all'America in crisi il suo sogno di rinascita in nome di una "nuova promessa": "che ciascuno di noi è libero di vivere come vuole ma che abbiamo anche l'obbligo di trattarci l'un l'altro con dignità e rispetto". Barack Obama ha parlato allo stadio di Denver davanti a 84mila persone e ad almeno 30 milioni di spettatori tv, che sventolavano bandierine a stelle e strisce, che sbandieravano cartelli con la scritta "Change", che lo interrompevano con ripetute standing ovation, che si commuovevano fino alle lacrime. "America, siamo migliori di come siamo stati in questi ultimi otto anni. Siamo un Paese migliore di così". "Che cosa pensate di qualcuno convinto che Bush ha ragione in oltre il 90 per cento dei casi? Non ...
John McCain TV Ad: Barack Obama Convention Night VIDEO
2008-08-29 03:38:00 John McCain 2008 Launches New TV Ad: "Convention Night" For Immediate Release August 28, 2008 Contact: Press Office 703-650-5550Transcript For "Convention Night" (TV :30)JOHN MCCAIN: Senator Obama, this is truly a good day for America.Too often the achievements of our opponents go unnoticed. So I wanted to stop and say, congratulations.How perfect that your nomination would come on this historic day. Tomorrow, we'll be back at it. But tonight Senator, job well done.I'm John McCain and I approved this message.Tags: Convention Night or John McCain and Barack Obama
Republican demonstrators at Convention
2008-08-28 19:45:00 Republican demonstrators outside the CO Convention Center on Wednesday. (posted by AshPolitics)
Democratic National Convention - Downtown Fixtures
2008-08-28 19:00:00 Although Denver is not my favorite city, there are some downtown buildings that I do like. Forgive me while I channel Lileks for a moment: Sorry about the blurry photo, the building just wouldn’t hold still. Here’s the box it came in. What’s far more essential to the spirit of a city than the buildings? The people, of ...
Democratic National Convention - Protesters
2008-08-28 17:40:00 Some of the protesters seemed like decent enough sorts, just trying to get their message out to a wider audience. Others were of the sort that make you despair for the future of humanity: The banner reads “9/11 Was An Inside Job”. I asked one of the less wild-eyed in this group this question: “If George ...
Big Three Networks Ratings Fall for DNC Convention
2008-08-28 16:09:00 Warner Todd Huston The ratings for the Democratic National Convention for ABC, CBS and NBC fell by a million viewers compared to the opener for the 2004 convention with headliner Bill Clinton TVWeek is reporting. On the other hand, the cable newsers saw a ratings jump from their 2004 convention ratings. This reveals the further ...
By: Publius Forum
Democratic National Convention - Best Brisket Ever
2008-08-28 15:00:00 The clothing vendors have complained of overselling of vendor permits and the scarcity of business, but that didn’t seem to be a problem for the food vendors. This place, on the 16th Street Mall, served the best beef brisket sandwich I’ve ever had in my life. (Take the shuttle bus up 16th to Larimer, and ...
Liveblog / Chat the Convention: Wednesday Edition
2008-08-28 14:58:00 Bill & Biden speak tonight. This will go live at 9pm: [HTML1]
By: BuffaloPundit
Democratic National Convention - The Cops
2008-08-28 08:20:00 The cops have been ubiquitous throughout the downtown area all week. This would probably have been a good time to make trouble somewhere else in Denver. Mostly their attitude was friendly. (Of course it helped that I’m walking around with a press badge.) But I didn’t see any harassment of the street activists, either. Many of ...
Republican National Convention Names LG Electronics Official HDTV Provider
2008-08-28 05:00:00 SAINT PAUL, Minn. - Today, Maria Cino, President and CEO of the 2008 Republican National Convention, announced that LG Electronics will serve as the convention?s Official HDTV Provider. In this capacity, LG will provide the high-definition televisions that will be used at convention events and in support of convention activities."Our partnership with LG will ensure that convention attendees remain well-informed and that convention operations run smoothly and efficiently," said Maria Cino, President and CEO of the 2008 Republican National Convention. "HDTVs will be placed in locations throughout the Xcel Energy Center, ensuring staff members and convention guests can keep track of events from anywhere inside the convention complex."As the Official HDTV Provider, LG will provide HDTVs in a variety of sizes for use at convention activities. The HDTVs will be placed in several locations throughout the Xcel Energy Center, Saint Paul RiverCentre and the Legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium. T...
Republican National Convention Announces Full Program
2008-08-28 04:43:00 Convention Announces Additional Speakers and Program DetailsSAINT PAUL, Minn. - The 2008 Republican National Convention today announced the names of additional speakers for the program of events that will run Sept. 1-4. The convention?s overall theme, "Country First," reflects John McCain?s remarkable record of leadership and service to America. Each day of proceedings will center on a touchstone theme that has defined John McCain?s life and will be central to his vision for leading our nation forward as president."The 2008 Convention program will bring together Americans who will speak to John McCain's vision for reforming our government, building prosperity and ensuring peace for future generations. We are excited about next week and we are looking forward to showcasing John McCain?s life-long record of putting his country first," said Jill Hazelbaker, McCain 2008 communications director.Among the new speakers announced today are Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.), Ho...
DNC Convention - John Kerry
2008-08-28 03:36:00 This floor is packed. Senator Kerry is speakingSent from my iPhone
Democratic National Convention - Bill Clinton Speech
2008-08-28 03:27:00 Clinton has been about to take the stage “any second now” for ten minutes, it seems. Sean Hannity is chatting with Karl Rove. Rove expects a full-throated endorsement of Obama. I suggest instead we’ll see another Hillary-style incredibly well delivered, but substantively inadequate, speech. Just as Senator Clinton didn’t praise Obama much, President Clinton is likely ...
A view from a cab - DNC Convention
2008-08-27 19:15:00 I mentioned earlier that all of the cab drivers I've dealt with here have been fantastic. One of them was so interesting that I had to interview him on the spot. His name is Tawir Tawir and if I hadn't lost my cell phone, I'd have a great picture of him to show you. Tawir is a 40 year old man from the Sudan and he's been in the US for seven years. He's applied for US citizenship, but three years later, he's on his second fingerprint check. His name and the fact that he's a Muslim put him in a position to make immigration much more difficult. Here's a recap of our conversation: Ash: How do you feel, overall, about Obama and McCain? Tawir: I like Obama, not because he's black like me, but because he means change. McCain just wants war, he will go into Iran, and make things worse. Ash: Since you're a Muslim, how do you feel about Americans fearing that Obama might be a Muslim, when we know he's a Christian? Why do you think that's such an issue? Tawir: Ameri...
DNC Convention: Hillary?s Last Harrah?
2008-08-27 14:21:00 When Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-NY) took the stage to deliver her remarks before the DNC, the enthusiasm of the crowd and the applause she got rivaled that of the iconic Sen. Edward Kennedy (D-MA), who perhaps delivered his last address to convention delegates on Monday. Hillary gave one of the finest speeches of her political career. ...
At Blogger Lounge After DNC Convention - Hillary Clinton's Great Speech
2008-08-27 05:41:00 I'm in the middle of uploading videos from being on the floor of the Democratic National Convention, or what we've come to know as the "DNC Convention". I used that term as a throw-away line but it was certainly less than accurate. Being on the floor of the DNC while someone like Hillary Clinton is giving the speech of her life is a total blood-rush. The reason I go back to the Super BOwl year after year is for the rise of emotions at kick-off. It's a drug like no other -- well, not true. This. The Clinton speech. In that arena. Equalled the Super Bowl at kickoff. What was special about Clinton's speech -- what is the hallmark of any wonderful speech -- is the moment. It's that timing we only dream about. A matting of need and action. Of volume and hearing. Of energy and sprit. I have to admit, I've never thought of Hillary Clinton as a great speaker until today. It's not what she said -- there are transcripts to be had of course. But a transcript can't ... |
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