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Sherrod Brown Conducts "America's Town Hall" on the Economy

August 25, 2008 by Ohio Daily Blog

At about 6:00 p.m. Sen. Sherrod Brown took the stage with a panel to respond to videtaped questions from ordinary working Americans. The panel consisted of Ned Helms, Director of the New Hampshire Institute for Health Policy and Practice; Lisa Olivares, a first-time Nebraska delegate who works for a community health center; Dr. Laura Tyson, former Chief Economic Policy Advisor to Bill Clinton; and John Schnur, former Senior Education Advisor to Vice President Al Gore.

In response to a question about education, Sen. Brown pointed out that his wife Connie Schultz was the first person in her family to go to college, and she was able to do so with the help of Pell Grants and other government aid, which the Democratic-led Congress has increased.

On health care benefits, the panel hammered the point that John McCain wants to end tax credits for employers to provide health insurance, and contrasted Obama's plan which would allow people to keep the insurance they have but if they are uninsured or underinsured provides the opportunity to obtain health insurance equivalent to that of federal employees.

The Monday CoverItLive Blend DNC coffeehouse is open

August 25, 2008 by PamsHouseBlend

Home base barista Julien Sharp is your host this evening, the opening night of primetime convention coverage. 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.

   

Below the fold is the run of show for tonight's Convention proceedings.

Here we go! Liveblogging from the DNCC Monday!

August 25, 2008 by Celtic_Divas_Bl...

Here is the schedule for tonight:

Barack Obama’s story is an American story that reflects a life of struggle, opportunity and responsibility like those faced by Americans everyday. The opening night of the Convention will highlight Barack’s life story, his commitment to change, and the voices of Americans who are calling for a new direction for this country.

Monday’s headline prime-time speaker will be Michelle Obama.

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (LOCAL)

Call to Order
The Honorable Howard Dean
Chair, Democratic National Committee
Former Governor of Vermont

Invocation
The Honorable Polly Baca – Greeley, Colorado
Former Colorado State Senator
President & CEO Latin American Research & Service Agency

Presentation of Colors
Navajo Code Talkers Association
Keith Little, Frank Willeto, Bill Toledo, Jimmy Begay

Pledge of Allegiance
Angela Morgan –Alexandria, Virginia
Served 9 years in the Marines and now runs a leadership development small business

Official Monday Schedule

August 25, 2008 by admin

Democratic National Convention Podium Schedule
Monday, August 25, 2008 – ONE NATION
Time Shown as local – Denver, Colorado MST
See the Complete Schedule
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (LOCAL)

Call to Order
The Honorable Howard Dean
Chair, Democratic National Committee
Former Governor of Vermont

Invocation
The Honorable Polly Baca – Greeley, Colorado
Former Colorado State Senator
President & CEO Latin American Research & Service Agency

Presentation of Colors
Navajo Code Talkers Association
Keith Little, Frank Willeto, Bill Toledo, Jimmy Begay

Pledge of Allegiance
Angela Morgan –Alexandria, Virginia
Served 9 years in the Marines and now runs a leadership development small business

National Anthem
Colorado Children's Chorale
Group over 30-years old – Tad Koriath (piano)
Local children (7-14) performing throughout US & the world (China, Asia, Europe, etc.)

Welcome
Reverend Leah D. Daughtry