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Day three was the best yet!

August 27, 2008

Technically it was the most challenging. I again lost the lottery for credentials. There was also so much going on all over is was difficult to see even a fraction of the events. I eventually got credentials courtesy of my friend Jim Kainber and Governor Christine. In the hall, the stories of of veterans and the examples of personal courage and sacrifice were so moving that many times during the day I was brought to tears. This awful war must end. In fact, we should never commit our troops to another war of choice again.

Also, I’ve met so many people from all over the United States; party leaders, housewives, single moms, doctors, lawyers, from Sen. John Kerry to Gov. Schweitzer of Montana even the speech by VP nominee Sen. Joe Biden was terrific. But for me, THE event of the day was President Bill Clinton. I remember so clearly the hope and the competency that the Clinton administration brought to us. Eight years of peace and prosperity. And most importantly as in the words of Bill Clinton; “we need to lead the world again by the power of our example, rather than the example of our power”.

Tomorrow is the big day – Obama’s acceptance speech. History begins tomorrow.

Best,

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Democratic Convention Day 2

August 26, 2008

Dear Friends:

Democratic Convention floor filled to the max!

Democratic Convention floor filled to the max!

Day 2 started out a little disappointing. Since I’m not a delegate and I don’t have credentials for every day of the convention (you need new credentials everyday to get into the hall), I have to participate in a daily lottery for extra credentials given to each state delegation in the morning. I lost. So, my mission today is to ask my supporters (labor, GLBT, other elected officials, etc.) to score a hall credential to hear Hillary later tonight. I was her delegate at the county and state level and still think she (and Bill) has a lot to offer this presidential campaign.

After the convention adjourns for the night about 10pm, the Washington Delegation is having it’s big reception at a local hotel so maybe I will spend the day catching up with emails and do some fundraising of my own. BTW, lots of groups have free receptions open to all delegates and guests but there are clearly some organizations that are using this convention opportunity to raise funds. With all the money delegates are spending just to get here it doesn’t seem like a good strategy.

Hillary Clinton as viewed from the nose bleed seats...

Hillary Clinton as viewed from the nose bleed seats...

1:30pm: Well, I got a hall credential from my friend Ed Cote, DNC National Committeeman! The one and only star tonight was Hillary Rodham Clinton and she was incredible! Her daughter Chelsea introduced her and she spoke about the promise of America that you can be “anything you dream to be”. The place went wild and even though I was in the nose-bleed section, I felt she was talking to me personally.

Tomorrow is VP candidate Sen. Joe Biden and former President Clinton. More stars! BTW, President Clinton was identified as “Hillary’s husband” in the introductory video. :^)

Best,

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Greetings from the Democratic Convention in Denver

August 25th, 2008

Dear Friends:
I writing to you from the Democratic National Convention in Denver. This has been the most incredible experience and it’s only day one! From meeting comedian and U.S. Senate candidate Al Franken to Mayor Nevin of New Orleans and sharing a van with former Governor Barbara Roberts of Oregon and seeing President Jimmy Carter to Sen. Edward Kennedy the days here are full of political stars!

Democratic Convention floor - colorful and full of people.

Democratic Convention floor - colorful and full of people.

There are tons of events and receptions to attend but it’s very difficult to get around as the hotel is miles away from the Pepsi Center where the convention is being held. I’m getting to know many delegates as the entire Washington delegation is here at the Hyatt. There is no doubt that Obama is the nominee. It’s Obama all day, all the time.

Tomorrow it’s Hillary Clinton (and Bill I suppose) and another host of political heavy weights – so off to bed!

I’ll write more tomorrow.!

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