> I like to catch the major speeches, and I generally enjoy
> the conventions overall... --conventions give the
> party a chance to really put thier nominee in the spotlight
> officially.... so I think they're necessary and fun.
I think they are pretty much a HUGE waste of money (yeah....OUR money), but they do still serve a purpose. A blocked out time where people can be introduced, and get to know the candidates a bit better, and the people that are supporting them, and what they stand for. Thus far, I've watched most of the primetime DNC on C-SPAN (they're the best....no commentator bullshit to get in the way), and it has been entertaining and informating thus far. And yes, I do intend to watch the RNC as well...b/c I really want to hear what they all have to say for themselves and how they will counter the democratic presentation of them, or if they're go dirty or not and what have you. I think EVERYONE should be watching BOTH of these...at least the network coverage of it if you don't get cable....its a good way for a mass media presentation of the candidate to possibly get people to get off their ass and vote (either way they choose to vote is fine....so long as they educate themselves with the issues and make an informed decision). But enough soap-box....Edwards is up in a couple of hours, and it should prove to be interesting...
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