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Clinton caps off day two at the DNC
Former president Bill Clinton announced the Democratic Party’s nomination of President Barack Obama Wednesday night during the second day of the Democratic National Convention. Addressing a crowd of 35,000, Clinton outlined the success of Obama’s term, saying he saved the U.S.
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Women’s rights take center stage at DNC
CHARLOTTE — Wednesday night was ladies’ night at the Democratic National Convention. Men delivered the majority of the 55 speeches on the schedule, but in an election season where questions regarding health care and equal pay play an important role in both campaigns, it is not a surprise that ...
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Polls show lower numbers of youth plan to vote
2008 was a monumental election year for young voters — one of the highest turnout percentages in nearly 40 years. This year, according to polls, young voters aren’t planning on repeating this feat.
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Weather forces thousands to lose access to Obama speech
CHARLOTTE — About 65,000 people have lost their chance to see the president accept the Democratic nomination in person due to potential thunderstorms, organizers said.
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Editorial: First glimpse into November
At the Republican National Convention Aug. 30, presidential hopeful Mitt Romney delivered arguably the most important speech of his already distinguished life. In 38 minutes and to chants of “USA!
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Mayor Castro highlights his own American Dream
CHARLOTTE — A rising star in the Democratic Party, 37-year-old Julian Castro urged Americans to act familially and support one another in his keynote address at the Democratic National Convention.
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Michelle Obama: Being president ‘reveals who you are’
CHARLOTTE — Mitt Romney may not be President Barack Obama’s biggest threat when it comes to competing for the hearts of Americans. First lady Michelle Obama began her remarks at the Democratic National Convention by noting that she and her husband “will always have your back.
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Governor Deval Patrick, Joseph Kennedy III honor Mass. legacy on Democratic National Convention’s opening night
Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick told Democrats they needed to “grow a backbone” and stand up for President Barack Obama at the Democratic National Convention Tuesday night.
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Obama: Youth vote will be key factor in reelection
With the presidential election approaching and campaigning on both sides gearing up, President Barack Obama took time last week to address the importance of the youth vote and encourage students to register.