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Bond/Hanaway
4:52 pm
Thu September 6, 2012

Mo. Republicans respond to DNC speeches

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Former US Sen. Kit Bond (at left) and former Missouri Speaker of the House Catherine Hanaway.

Several prominent Republicans responded to speeches given at the Democratic National Convention.  Former Missouri House Speaker Catherine Hanaway accused Democratic leaders of stereotyping the issues women care about.

Hanaway said women are concerned with the big issue affecting every American: the economy.  This week, the DNC has featured several prominent women speaking about access to birth control and health care. Hanaway says the biggest concern for women is whether or not their children will be better off.

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It's All Politics
6:29 am
Thu September 6, 2012

Five takeaways from Wednesday at the Democratic Convention

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Former President Bill Clinton hugs President Obama onstage after Clinton's rousing speech during the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C.

Originally published on Thu September 6, 2012 12:19 am

If you missed the second night of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., we live blogged it here.

But if you want a quick review, we've compiled five things that struck us about the night:

It's Not What You Say, It's How You Say It: In other hands, the very wonky speech that former President Clinton delivered on Wednesday could have been a snoozer.

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It's All Politics
5:56 pm
Wed September 5, 2012

Live Blog: Wednesday at the Democratic National Convention

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The second night of the Democratic National Convention focused heavily on the economy. Supporters and delegates cheered loudly for United Auto Workers President Bob King.

Originally published on Mon September 10, 2012 10:24 am

  • NPR Special Coverage, Hour 1
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  • NPR Special Coverage, Hours 3 & 4

Hello from Charlotte, N.C. Today is all about Bill Clinton.

Walking around Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, the former president was the talk of the town. Today marks the second day of the Democratic National Convention.

We're in the arena and we'll keep tabs on the proceedings. Make sure you refresh this page to see the latest.

Update at 11:25 p.m. ET. A Wonky Speech, With A Clinton Delivery:

The night ended with President Obama taking the stage, once President Clinton finished his speech.

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