The Convention Starts
Greetings from Denver! Everyone is clearly excited to be here for the Convention. The streets are filled with vendors selling Obama-Biden paraphernalia and almost everyone demonstrates their support through the buttons pinned on their shirts.
My first day began with an early welcome breakfast. We were addressed by Representative Tammy Baldwin. Her speech inspired a visible increase in the energy and enthusiasm of the entire Wisconsin delegation which is sure to persist throughout the Convention.
The Colorado Convention Center is charged with energy. Everyone from the vendors to the delegates hurry from place to place. Reporters abound, and every few feet we see TV cameras and reporters.
This afternoon I participated in a press avail for the DNC Youth Council. The panel consisted of representatives from the numerous youth organizations. Each representative echoed the importance of youth participation in the upcoming election and beyond. They also reiterated the importance of continual involvement for the future.
It’s only early on Monday and we haven’t even gotten to the Pepsi Center yet for the big speeches, but I tell you, we are going to have a great time. The energy is running high and all looks great for a fantastic week!