Thursday, August 28, 2008

DNC Day 4: Buzz about the big speech

It looks like Al Gore, Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine and Colorado Gov. Bill Ritter are among those speaking today ahead of Barack Obama, according to the Rocky Mountain News.
But for those of you more into music than politicians, it appears that Stevie Wonder, Sheryl Crow, John Legend and will.i.am, of the Black Eyed Peas, will perform tonight, in addition to Jennifer Hudson, of "Dreamgirls" movie fame, who will sing the national anthem. This according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
But wait — there's more! The Denver Business Journal is reporting that Michael McDonald will perform, in addition to Yonder Mountain String Band.
As for Bruce Springsteen? Reports are conflicting as to whether he'll make appearance or not. Tony Harnden, who blogs over at Telegraph.co.uk. The consensus seems to be that he won't, but I guess we'll have to wait and see to know for sure.
Meanwhile, Politico is reporting that the move to Invesco has some Democrats nervous about how the event will be perceived.
And for interesting reading on "The Daily Show," check out this piece from today's USA TODAY. Makes me excited, because even though that piece I was in didn't air, Jon Stewart may well have seen it. Which means I could have indirectly met Jon Stewart. Which is awesome.
If strange news is your thing, check out this piece about an ABC producer being handcuffed outside the downtown Brown Palace Hotel.

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