8/26/2008- Day 2 of Convention: "Renewing America's Promise"
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: TUESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2008
CONTACT: JESSICA SANTILLO, 207-449-2304
SPOTLIGHT: Hillary Clinton Delegate Betty Johnson Proud to Work to Elect Barack Obama
(PORTLAND, MAINE) - The Democratic National Convention continues today with the theme of "Renewing America's Promise." Senator Hillary Clinton will address the nation from the Convention tonight. Back in the Pine Tree State, Mainers will honor the historic contributions women have made in this election and celebrate Women's Equality Day with "Women Organizing for Change" events across the state.
Residents interested in finding a "Women Organizing for Change" event in their area should visit http://me.barackobama.com/MEwofc or http://www.mainedems.org/action.html
Tonight's Convention program will feature the voices of Americans who share Obama's concerns and strongly support his detailed economic plan to grow the economy, create jobs, restore fairness, and expand opportunity. Former Virginia Governor Mark Warner will deliver the keynote address.
DELEGATE SPOTLIGHT: Betty Johnson
Betty Johnson of Lincolnville, ME has traveled to the Democratic National Convention as a Hillary Clinton delegate. Mrs. Johnson is a retired nurse and small business owner who runs an educational toy store in Belfast.
"Here in Denver, there is a huge amount of energy and enthusiasm for our nominee, Barack Obama," said Betty Johnson "He understands the challenges Mainers face and is offering the change that we need on issues like health care, social security, and the cost of energy. I will do everything I can to elect Barack Obama and the rest of our candidates this November."
Click here to read more about Maine Delegate Betty Johnson.
DISPATCH: On the Ground
Maine Democratic Party Communications Director Rebecca Pollard writes about the first 24 hours of the Convention:
Last night was the first night of the Convention and all I can say is wow. First Ted Kennedy made a surprise appearance, moving everyone in the crowd because of his amazing record as the most vehement champion for everyday Americans, working people, people struggling for the most basic health care and just a fair chance to make it. And then, Michelle Obama comes out and the place is silent. Possibly the best speech I've heard in my life. She really can relate to every single American who has ever struggled and worked hard for their family--whether in Maine or Chicago or Texas or anywhere around the world. In a word: amazing.
Click here to read more of today's dispatch.
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