Packin Up, Getting Ready to Go

Well, we are getting ready to move part of this show to Denver. Mrs. R and Evan are on the road. Various Overseas Dems are catching flights today. And we are DENVER bound!

My question to you, GNB family, is

Has anyone been to Denver before? And what should we do/see/eat while we are there. Hoping that there will be loads of suggestions by the time I touch down.

Getting ready to Rumble!

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Convention Prep

Getting my head around the fact that I am on my way to Denver in a few short days, to go to the convention and to begin my first term in the DNC...watching this to remind me of where we were, where we are, and where we need to go.

Are you registered to vote?
Are your friends and family registered?
Are you helping make change a reality this year?
75 days to go.

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DNCC Quick Schedule Update

DENVER – The Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) and the Obama for America Campaign announced today speakers and programmatic elements for the third night of the 2008 Democratic National Convention. Wednesday's program – Securing America's Future – will feature the voices of Americans who share Barack Obama's vision of making America stronger and safer.

The headline prime-time speaker on Wednesday will be Barack Obama's Vice Presidential Nominee.

Barack Obama offers a new, tough foreign policy approach that is neither Republican nor Democratic. Obama will implement a strong, smart American foreign policy that makes us more secure at home and advances our interests in the world by ending the war in Iraq responsibly and focusing on the threats of the 21st century - al Qaeda, nuclear weapons, and energy security.

Former President Bill Clinton will speak on Barack Obama's commitment to a stronger and safer America, as well as the history of Democrats making positive change in the lives of all Americans.

Governor Bill Richardson and Senators Evan Bayh, Joe Biden and Jay Rockefeller will echo Obama's call for a new direction in national security and outline his policies and plans to secure America's future.

One of the greatest security challenges facing the country today is reducing our dependence on oil, especially from foreign sources. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid will discuss Barack Obama's plans to make America more secure by investing in smart energy policies.

Senator Ken Salazar, the Convention's home state Senator, and House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn will also speak as part of the Securing America's Future program.

A bedrock component of Obama's national security plan is increasing our support to active duty military, veterans and military families. Representative Patrick Murphy (D-PA) and Iraq War veteran Tammy Duckworth will lead a tribute honoring those who give so much to secure our nation's future.

I have to comment here and say I am getting a bad "reporting for duty" vibe from this line up... sigh

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Headliner Program Announced for the DNCC in Denver

The 2008 Convention will highlight Americans coming together to change the course of this nation," said Kansas Governor and Convention Co-Chair Kathleen Sebelius. "We are at a critical moment in our nation's history. The politics and policies that have divided us will not allow us to achieve the change we need. Barack Obama is a leader to move America in a new direction and bring us together to turn moments of great challenge into moments of great opportunity. This year's Democratic Convention is the story of people from across the country who believe it is time for change.

2008 DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION HEADLINE SPEAKERS

Monday August 25th's headline prime-time speaker will be Michelle Obama.

Senator Hillary Clinton will be the headline prime-time speaker on Tuesday August 26th.

The headline prime-time speaker on Wednesday August 27th will be Barack Obama's Vice Presidential nominee.

On Thursday, August 28th, the DNCC will move to INVESCO Field at Mile High so that more people can take part in the fourth night of the Convention as Barack Obama accepts the Democratic nomination.

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Vote for the Best Video for the Denver Convention

The DNCC has been running a contest. Americans from across the country were encouraged to post videos to youtube answering the question "Why I am a Democrat in 2008."

The 5 finalists have been choosen by the DNC and the winner will be chosen by voters on youtube. Take a look and pick your favorite.

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