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The Democrats Have Descended on Denver

Hosted by Warren Olney Aug. 25, 2008 National
Barack Obama has four days to turn the tide of public opinion, which shows him now virtually tied with John McCain. From the Democratic Convention, we hear about Obama's choice of a running mate, ongoing problems with Clinton supporters, the reasons for coming to Denver and tonight's main speaker. Also, the tribute to Senator Edward Kennedy, who is here despite his battle with brain cancer.

Barack Obama has four days to turn the tide of public opinion, which shows him now virtually tied with John McCain. From the Democratic Convention, we hear about Obama's choice of a running mate, continuing problems with Hillary Clinton supporters, the reasons for coming to Denver and tonight's main speaker, Michelle Obama. Also, the tribute to Senator Edward Kennedy, who is here despite his battle with brain cancer.

From this Episode:

The Curtin Rises on the Democratic National Convention

Barack Obama 's campaign began with the promise of change from business as usual in Washington. Then came the primaries; now comes the selection of veteran Delaware Senator...

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Senator Kennedy at the Convention

Edward Kennedy is part of a First Family of Democrats, who has survived his brothers to serve in the Senate for almost 46 years. He's now suffering from brain cancer, and...

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Credits

Host:

Warren Olney

Producers:

Frances Anderton, Christian Bordal

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