By Marisa Richmond
I have finally returned home from the 2008 Democratic National Convention. There was much speculation in the media, and among many private citizens, over what would happen at this year’s convention. I think it is safe to say that we far exceeded everyone’s expectations for success. I do need to tell you little more about my final day at the DNC before I turn to more general reflections.
In an impressive display Tuesday most of the Democratic women of the United States Senate presented their "Checklist for Change" and a special reminder "In the Senate, 60 is the new 50!
Senator Barbara Mikulski of Maryland, Equal Pay for Equal Work
Senator Barbara Boxer of California, Fight Global Warming
Senator Mary Landrieu of Louisiana, A FEMA that Works
Senator Debbie Stabenow of Michigan, Put American Workers First
Senator Blanche Lincoln of Arkansas, Affordable Healthcare
Senator Maria Cantwell of Washington, Energy Independence
Senator Claire McCaskill of Missouri, Fiscal Responsibility
Senator Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota, Protect the Family Checkbook
Home base baristas Julien and Daimeon are your hosts for Tuesday's convention java jolt. I'll pop in to join the conversation in the jumping coffeehouse and perhaps share a photo or two. Click the icon below to participate.
Speakers of interest to the LGBT community and the run of show is below the fold.
2008 Democratic National Convention Podium Schedule
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
"RENEWING AMERICA'S PROMISE"
Time shown as local--Denver, Colorado MST
Hour #1 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (LOCAL)
The Honorable David Paterson
Governor of New York
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