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The Democrats Have Descended on Denver
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.
By Warren Olney • • 1h 0m ListenBarack 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.
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2 storiesThe 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 Joseph Biden . Today, Obama has four days to reverse the slide, which now has him virtually tied with John McCain in what's supposed to be a Democratic year.
Read the story42 minSenator 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 he'll be the subject of a special celebration tonight on the convention floor. He has flown to Denver for the occasion.
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