Great Move by Obama and the DNCC

By: Lowell
Published On: 7/7/2008 9:48:35 AM

The following press release is from the Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC).  I think this is a brilliant move, opening things up to a lot more people than just the insiders and the well-heeled. Nice job!

Breaking the mold of traditional political Conventions, the Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) today announced that Senator Barack Obama will accept the Democratic nomination for President of the United States at Denver's INVESCO Field at Mile High. INVESCO Field can accommodate more than 75,000 people and will be the site of the 2008 Democratic Convention's final day of programming on Thursday, August 28, 2008.

"The Democratic Party is nominating a true change candidate this August, and it is only fitting that we make some big changes in how we put on the Convention," said Governor Howard Dean, Chairman of the Democratic National Committee (DNC). "Senator Obama's candidacy has generated an enormous amount of excitement and interest, not only in the Democratic Party but also in the 2008 Convention. By bringing the last night of the Convention out to the people, we will be able to showcase Barack Obama's positive, people-centered vision for our country in a big way."


"Barack Obama's campaign for change has inspired millions of Americans and brought people into the political process who might never have been involved," said Convention Co-Chair Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius. "This change in the Convention program will allow thousands of first-time participants a chance to take part. I can't think of a better Convention finale for our nominee who has made reaching out to voters a hallmark of his campaign."

"When we said we wanted to 'bring down the walls,' open up this Convention like never before and truly speak to the American people, we meant it," said Leah D. Daughtry, CEO of the DNCC. "On August 28, we will offer grassroots Democrats, who have turned out in record numbers this year, the opportunity to witness history shoulder to shoulder with thousands of Americans standing up for the change our country desperately needs."

"Senator Obama and the DNCC have truly brought the community into the Convention," said Colorado Governor Bill Ritter, Jr. "This decision will enable thousands of residents from Colorado, the Rocky Mountain West and across the nation to witness history first hand. What a way to fire up our grassroots activists as we head into the fall campaign."

Primetime Convention activities Monday, August 25 through Wednesday, August 27 will continue to be held at the Pepsi Center. The final day of the Convention on Thursday, August 28, including the nomination acceptance speech of Senator Barack Obama, will be held at INVESCO Field at Mile High, also located in downtown Denver. Daytime Convention events, including meetings of the Democratic caucuses and councils will continue to be held at the Colorado Convention Center.

The DNCC announced today that a special block of "Community" credentials will be reserved for Colorado residents for Thursday night's program at INVESCO Field. Details about how to sign up and receive a "Community Credential" for the last night of the Convention will be released in the coming weeks.

"This is the type of Convention people will want to experience together with family, friends and neighbors, and we hope this move enables thousands of Americans to come together, experience history and put Senator Obama on the path to victory in November," Daughtry added.


Comments



umm, and if it rains? (teacherken - 7/7/2008 11:05:34 AM)
it does rain in Denver in August

a lot more than it did in July in Los Angeles in 1960

what then?

I presume they will cover the stage

one other thing - how do you do a balloon drop when there is no ceiling?



Lighting storms (sndeak - 7/7/2008 11:14:07 AM)
are an issue in Denver in August. They come rolling out of the mountains in the late afternoon.


It's late August.... how about a foot of snow (Used2Bneutral - 7/7/2008 11:36:12 AM)
Yeah, all things could happen, but I still think the gamble is worth the potential reward... the other good news is, In Denver if you don't like the weather at that time of year.... wait 15 minutes.... the mountains and altitude cause interesting effects.  I went to the USAFA in the Springs.... that first summer we came out to breakfast formation on the 4th of July to about 6 inches of snow and by 10 AM it was all gone, it didn't even melt.....


Pass out thousands of free umbrellas? (Rebecca - 7/7/2008 12:47:02 PM)
The umbrellas could even have some advertisement for Democrats and could be a collector's item.  


Ever try to watch (sndeak - 7/7/2008 1:30:49 PM)
anything with people holding umbrellas around you? Forgetaboutit.

We'll just HOPE for the best and enjoy the moment, regardless of what the weather does.



donated for my free ticket! (totallynext - 7/7/2008 5:37:51 PM)
n/t


I hope and wish.... (thatguy - 7/7/2008 9:56:57 PM)
that this translates into more access for those out-of-towners hoping to actually experience the Demcoratic National Convention first-hand instead of watching it from our Denver hotel rooms!