From Colorado's KUNC
McCain Supporters Protest Dem Energy Policy in Denver
Renewable energy was on the minds of Democratic house leaders in Denver Tuesday during a mid-day press conference.
The only problem for those touting the benefits of wind and solar power - was a group of determined John McCain supporters protesting the Democrats energy agenda.
From Denver, KUNC's Kirk Siegler has this radio piece about the issue.
NEW REPORT BY RIVAL PROVIDES ALARMING DETAILS
The Anti-Conservation Mission of the NRA
It's hardly a news flash that the National Rifle Association (NRA) supports anti-conservation, if not anti-hunting, politicians. Even though I've written about it several times, I never realized how bad it was.
A just-released report by the NRA's nemesis, the American Hunters and Shooters Association (AHSA), deals out all the dreadful details, and it should be a major eye-opener for any hunter who still supports the NRA.
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Oil & Gas Vs. Renewables
Do Dems Have the Right Stuff on Energy?
Tuesday night was Energy Night at the Democratic Convention, and a good night it was: while Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer blew the doors off the Pepsi Center with an impassioned plea to combat the "petrodictators" of the world, former Virginia governor Mark Warner, now running for Senate, delivered a lower-key, more reasoned argument for a balanced energy policy that includes limited new domestic production (including offshore drilling) and a sharp focus on shifting to renewables.
It was both good theater and sound thinking. But still, one has to wonder if the Democrats are really willing to muster the courage, and the votes, to push through a comprehensive energy policy that reduces dependence on fossil fuels, slows the advance of global climate change, and keeps gas and electricity affordable for most Americans.
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'BIG FINISH'
Obama Makes Surprise Convention Appearance
Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama made a surprise appearance at the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday night, one night before he is to appear at Invesco Field at Mile High to a massive crowd.
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CONVENTION COVERAGE
Western Pols in Spotlight at DNC
Top Western Democrats took the podium at the Democratic National Convention in Denver on Wednesday, highlighting the region’s resurgence in the party. Few, though, made reference to the region they call home.
From Sen. Ken Salazar, D-Colo., to Rep. Tom Udall, D-N.M., to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev., Wednesday night featured some of the biggest Democratic names in the West.
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convention Coverage: Reporter's Notebook
Bill Clinton’s Reach: All the Way Down to Our Bones
President Bill Clinton is speaking as I write this from Denver.
The joyful welcome you saw on television can’t possibly compare to what it feels like here. A rumbling, growling sound turns out to be the delegates shifting back and forth on their feet.
They are too exuberant to be still.
Clinton is raising the proverbial roof with his unmistakable full endorsement of Obama for President: “Hillary told us in no uncertain terms that she’ll do everything she can to elect Barack Obama.”
And then, the classic, perfectly-timed pause of the old Bill Clinton. “That makes two of us. Actually, that makes 18 million of us – because, like Hillary, I want all of you who supported her to vote for Barack Obama in November.”
That may turn out to be the most uniting moment of the convention.
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Democratic National Convention in Denver
Montana’s Governor Reflects on Politics… and Barking Big-Dog Delegates
Midway through the Denver convention -- even as Barack Obama campaigned in Billings during his fifth trip to the state this season -- Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer reflected on his growing national celebrity (as far as he's concerned, it doesn't exist), the role of Montana in the national election (it's only three electoral votes) and energy independence, his favorite topic (Montana needs to drill gas and oil, mine coal and produce solar, wind and other sustainable power as well as build the transmission lines to bring it all to market).
But first, an aside about Florida delegates... barking like dogs.
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THE WEST MAKES HISTORY
West Paves Way for Obama Nomination
Barack Obama was declared the Democratic nominee for president on Wednesday in Denver after the New Mexico delegation stepped aside to allow Obama’s former rival, Hillary Clinton, to ask delegates to name him the first black presidential candidate from a major party.
Clinton, who called for unity after a divisive party battle, appeared with the New York delegation and asked that the roll call be halted and that Obama be nominated.
“Let’s declare together in one voice, right here, right now, that Barack Obama is our candidate and he will be our president,” said Clinton, who received a standing ovation as she appeared with the delegation.
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Trick-or-Vote
Monsters on Denver’s Walking Mall, Groaning about Votes
Among the regular sights in the political zone around the Democratic National Convention in Denver this week are zombies, vampires and other ghoulish creatures.
They're part of a growing youth campaign to get you to vote.
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Convention Coverage: Reporter's Notebook
Obama Nominated by Acclamation, Requested by Hillary
Senator Barack Obama is the official Democratic nominee for President of the United States.
With a roll call of the states producing 1549.5 votes for Obama and 341.5 for Hillary Clinton, it happened without controversy or protraction after Clinton moved to suspend the rules of the convention and nominate Obama by acclamation.
Motion passed.
All done.
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