Welcome to the 2008 Democratic National Convention Media Center. Created by the Denver 2008 Convention Host Committee, in conjunction with the City of Denver and VISIT DENVER, the online press room provides media with ongoing news updates (delivered by RSS or sign up for email alerts), access to b-roll and hi-res images, and factual information about the Convention and host city.
*Links to B-roll, Images, Fact Sheets, and more are on the right-hand column
*If you are media seeking a location for filming, please email Brent.Tongco@denvergov.org

Press Blog: Current Headlines

Day By Day: Wednesday's Convention Events

August 26, 2008
Check here for all the info on Wednesday's Convention Center floor highlights, along with Convention-related festivals, gatherings and concerts. // More

Convention 2008: "America's Town Hall" To Answer Questions Directly From American Voters

August 25, 2008
Today through Wednesday of Convention week, Americans from across the country will have the opportunity to have their questions answered live from the Convention Hall through “America’s Town Hall,” a nightly segment designed to make the Convention more open and accessible to more people than ever before. // More

Senator Kennedy's Decades of Service to Party and Country to be Honored

August 25, 2008
The Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) and the Obama for America campaign today announced additional details surrounding Monday evening’s tribute to honor Senator Edward M. Kennedy. // More

The 2008 Convention: DNCC And Obama Campaign Announce Women's Caucus Speakers

August 25, 2008
Caucus Will Celebrate Women Who Made History and Those Who Are Shaping History // More

The 2008 Democratic National Convention: The Most Technologically-Savvy Event Of Its Kind

August 22, 2008
Building on a commitment to bring more people into the Convention experience than ever before, the Democratic National Convention Committee has taken a comprehensive approach to ensure the 2008 Democratic National Convention will be the most technologically-savvy event of its kind. // More

Colorado Students And Residents Among First To See Podium At 2008 Democratic National Convention

August 22, 2008
Students Receive ‘Convention 101’ Lesson from DNC Secretary Alice Germond and DNC Director of Party Affairs Phil McNamara, Participate in Mock Delegate Voting Exercise // More

The 2008 Democratic National Convention: Engaging The Community

August 22, 2008
How Denver's residents have played an integral part in the Convention planning process. // More

The 2008 Convention: Wednesday, August 27th - Securing America's Future

August 21, 2008
DSCC Chair Charles Schumer to Address Convention Wednesday Evening with Top Senate Challengers. Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire, Tom Udall of New Mexico, Jeff Merkley of Oregon and Tom Allen of Maine // More

The 2008 Convention: Democrats Announce Americans Selected to Present Colors, Lead Pledge of Allegiance and Sing National Anthem

August 20, 2008
Democrats Announce Americans Selected to Present Colors, Lead Pledge of Allegiance and Sing National Anthem. Colorado, Mountain West Groups to Play Central Role // More

The 2008 Convention: Women Of The United States Senate To Present Checklist For Change

August 20, 2008
Tuesday, August 26th – Renewing America's Promise // More

DNCC Expands High-Definition Content At 2008 Democratic National Convention With Panasonic Support

August 18, 2008
Panasonic’s HD Cameras to Film Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Video Content on DemConvention.com Kids Witness News Team from Denver Middle School to Cover Fourth Night of Convention at INVESCO Field at Mile High with Panasonic HD Cameras // More

Coca-Cola Named Official Recycling Provider For 2008 Democratic National Convention

August 15, 2008
Paper, Plastic, Aluminum to be Recycled at All Official Convention Venues // More

The 2008 Convention: Tuesday, August 26th – Renewing America's Promise

August 14, 2008
Key Speakers on the Economy to Include Governors Napolitano, Patrick, Rendell, Schweitzer, Sebelius & Strickland; Senator Bob Casey, Jr. & Federico Peña // More

Web Audience To View, Live High-Definition Convention Video Through Application Created By Vertigo

August 14, 2008
Continuing its efforts to produce the most technologically savvy event of its kind, the Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) today named Vertigo Software, Inc. the Official Microsoft Silverlight Application Development Services Provider for the 2008 Democratic National Convention. Vertigo Software, Inc. has designed the interface for delivering live, gavel-to-gavel, high-definition (HD)-quality video through the official Convention Web site, DemConvention.com. // More

The 2008 Convention: Monday August 25th – One Nation

August 12, 2008
Democrats Unveil Additional Key Speakers for Monday August 25th Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, Senator Claire McCaskill & Craig Robinson to Speak Tribute to Senator Kennedy // More

The 2008 Convention: Americans Gathering To Change The Course Of A Nation

August 11, 2008
Democrats Announce Headline Speakers, Kicking Off Week-Long Convention Programming Roll-Out // More

Pepsi Center Community Open House

August 04, 2008
Prior to the start of the Convention, Denver area residents and school children will be among the first to tour the Pepsi Center and see first-hand where history will be made within the Convention hall. The transformation of the Pepsi Center, from sports arena to Convention hall, is a seven week process that will equip the arena with the latest technology, seating for delegates from around the country and infrastructure for media from around the world. // More

2008 Democratic National Convention Enlists Senior Advisor To Ensure Convention Is Accessible For All Guests

July 22, 2008
Accessibility Advisor will be a Resource for Delegates and Guests with Disabilities. // More

DENVER PROVIDES PLAN TO ENSURE MOBILITY & ACCESS

July 16, 2008
After extensive preparation and work with local, state and federal transportation and security officials to meet Democratic National Convention needs while keeping downtown Denver open and accessible, the City and County of Denver provided information Wednesday about local mobility and access during the week of the Democratic National Convention (Monday, August 25 – Wednesday, August 27, 2008). Given that the August 28 venue change from the Pepsi Center to Invesco Field at Mile High was just a // More

City of Denver Releases Initial Details of Public Viewing Area Planned to Promote Freedom of Expression During the Democratic National Convention

June 25, 2008
The City and County of Denver outlined Wednesday details of a public viewing area to be established for Denver residents and visitors who wish to exercise their First Amendment rights and observe activities outside the Pepsi Center during the Democratic National Convention from August 25th through August 28th. // More

Denver Filming Locations

June 11, 2008
Located at the base of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, Denver is a city of outstanding natural beauty. The city also has a colorful history, a variety of outstanding cultural attractions and the largest city park system in America. The following are some of the best viewpoints and locations for visual stories about the Mile High City. // More

A Green Convention

June 11, 2008
Denver’s going to be a little more crowded than usual this summer. With close to 50,000 people expected to converge upon the Mile High City during the Democratic National Convention, held Aug. 25-28, convention planners and the City of Denver are making sure that this once-in-a-lifetime event is as eco-friendly as possible. // More

DNCC Previews Official Convention Week Activities, Public Events at Back-to-Back Denver Community Forums

June 10, 2008
DENVER –After travelling more than 3,500 miles and visiting eight different cities throughout the Rocky Mountain West, the Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) completed its series of “Convention Conversations” community forums with back-to-back events this week in downtown Denver. In a continued effort to make the 2008 Democratic National Convention the most inclusive and engaging in history, DNCC CEO Leah D. Daughtry and members of the DNCC’s senior management team rolled out a seri // More




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