Archive for the 'RNC National Convention' Category

Larry’s Word: RNC At The Hockey Arena: A Play-By-Play

A big thanks to The OttO Show (TOS) and Calvin Tang for giving me the opportunity to go to the RNC convention last night. I never thought I would be able to attend. When TOS mentioned he might be able to bring someone with him, I have to admit, I didn’t really believe it. Not [...]

The Hero vs. The Zero

Tonight provided what I was waiting for from the convention: a secession of good speeches, an enthusiastic crowd, and a passion flowing through the convention that makes one feel that at this moment in time, the machine is unstoppable.
Tonight, Republicans found their vice presidential candidate, even though they knew of her for almost a [...]

Alone At The RNC (Day Two)

Someone named Gustav came knocking on the door, stuck his head in, looked around and then left. Since everyone felt the need to try and answer the door, Republicans were left with a short and dry first day of convention activities. Though it was promised to be a slow (and short) day, we [...]

The Gustav Convention

Democrats have won another propaganda battle:  they have determined the events of the Republican National Convention. 
In 2005, the third strongest hurricane to hit the United States slammed into the Gulf region and created a political tsunami.  In all practical analysis, the state and local governments in Louisiana dropped the ball and the federal government [...]

RNC: The OttO Show Goes From Rational To National

I’m am taking this opportunity to confirm the rumors that have been flying around Obama campaign headquarters: yes, yours truly will be blogging from the Republican National Convention. Thanks to the interest of folks at Newsvine and MSNBC, I will be attending the ultimate grand old party in a new capacity: as [...]

Newsvine.com: Newsviners [Including Yours Truly!] To Cover National Conventions - Calvin Tang, Newsvine COO

I am very happy to announce that after several months of planning and collaboration between Newsvine users and staff, msnbc.com, NBC News and convention organizers - Newsvine will be sending several of our best contributors to both the Democratic National Convention and the Republican National Convention. We will have direct, unfiltered coverage from our Newsvine [...]