8:27 PM (local) -- The second night of the Democratic National Convention concludes with a speech by Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton. Senator Clinton is one of the most groundbreaking candidates ever to run for the Presidency. In her 35 years of public service, Hillary has never given up on her fight for the American people.In her campaign, Hillary inspired millions of women and men with her strength, her courage, and her unyielding commitment to the causes that we all care so deeply about—the hopes and aspirations of working Americans.Hillary has shattered myths and broken barriers and changed America. She has worked tirelessly since June to unify our party behind Barack Obama. And for that we are grateful to her.In her speech, Hillary Clinton will lay out the key choices we face in this campaign - on the economy, on health care, and on the issues that working families are struggling with every single day.
8:15 PM (local) -- Pamella Cash-Roper of North Carolina, one of the ordinary Americans chosen to address the convention, is about to approach the podium. Pamella was forced out of work after she and her husband suffered from severe and costly health issues. The uninsured couple was nearly forced into bankruptcy due to the rising costs of health care. Despite supporting Republicans all her life, Pamella wants to vote for a candidate she can believe in -- Barack Obama.
7:31 PM (local) -- Mark Warner, former governor of Virginia, will address the convention as tonight's keynote in just a few minutes.
Governor Warner's personal story of success in business and government stands as compelling example America at its best. And his progressive accomplishments as Governor of Virginia show what Democrats can do to bring the change this country needs.He also stands as an example of the expanding political map–as Democrats are well positioned to carry Virginia for the first time since 1964, in large part because of the nonpartisan, common-sense leadership of Governor Warner.Governor Warner will focus on the need to create opportunity and invest in the American people—our education, health care, and infrastructure. He knows the way to build a healthy economy is to invest in people, while Senator McCain offers no solutions for the middle-class or to get out of the hole Bush has put us in.
6:17 PM (local) -- In just a few moments, Pauline Beck from Oakland, California will take to the podium and address the Democratic National Convention. Barack first met Pauline in August of 2007, when he lived a day in her life as a home healthcare worker as part of the SEIU's "Walk A Day In My Shoes" program.
Pauline is a single foster mother of two, and also cares for her 2-year-old great-grand-nephew. When Barack shadowed her, he started the day with Pauline's family before moving on to care for her client, John Thornton. At the time, Pauline said "He wanted to get a feel for everything I did. He insisted on doing everything."
Pauline believes that Barack is the best candidate to help America's workers in this troubling economy. Before she goes on, make sure to check out her previous video.
6:08 PM (local) -- You'll soon meet Katherine Marcano of Iowa when she addresses the National Convention. Katherine balances working a full-time job and being a college student, while providing health insurance for her younger sister. Katherine suffered even greater hardship after being displaced by this summer's floods in Iowa.
Barack first met Katherine last month when he visited Iowa to speak with residents about the flood damage they had recently suffered.
Learn more about Katherine's story here.
Tune in now or visit the DNC site to watch a live streaming video of her speech.
5:41 PM (local) -- In a few minutes, you'll meet Robin Golden from Michigan, one of the ordinary Americans chosen to address the convention. Robin will represent just one of the hundreds of workers at the seat-track plant where he works whose job will be shipped overseas to Mexico when the plant closes in November. Robin supports Senator Obama because of his economic plans to rebuild America and help struggling working families."I think my personal experience shows why we need change, why we need Barack Obama's message and him to represent the middle class," Robin says.Read more about Robin's personal journey to the convention here.
5:08 PM (local) -- The next event at the convention is a panel of U.S. Senate Women. We're especially excited about this event, because today is National Women's Equality Day – commemorating 88 years since women gained the right to vote with the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution. Eighty-eight years after women gained enfranchisement, there are 16 women in the U.S. Senate – 11 of them Democrats!Today’s speakers include Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Sen. Blanche Lambert Lincoln (D-AR), Sen. Mary Landrieu (D-LA), Sen. Claire McCaskill (D-MO), Sen. Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), and Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-MI).
4:32 PM (local) -- Cecile Richards, president of the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, is about to address the convention. Cecile is also the daughter of fomer Governor of Texas Ann Richards.
Planned Parenthood endorsed Barack Obama on July 7, 2008. "The Planned Parenthood Action Fund is proud to endorse Barack Obama for president of the United States," said Action Fund president Cecile Richards when PPFA endorsed Obama. "He is a passionate advocate for women's rights, and has a long and consistent record of standing up for women's health care. As president, he will improve access to quality health care for women, support and protect a woman's right to choose, support comprehensive sex education to keep our young people healthy and safe, and invest in prevention programs, including family planning services and breast cancer screenings."
3:30 PM (local) -- In a few minutes you'll meet David Gipp of North Dakota as he takes the stage to address the Democratic National Convention. A Native American educator, David has spent more than three decades working towards the development of tribal colleges. David is also an enrolled member of the Standing Rock Hunkpapa Lakota (Sioux) Tribe. He will speak about the need for more higher education opportunities for members of tribal nations.
Read more about David's journey to the convention here.
3:00 PM (local) -- The theme to the second day of the 45th Democratic National Convention is "Renewing America’s Promise." Today’s speakers, including Senator Clinton and Governor Warner, will focus on restoring America’s promise, emphasizing Americans’ concerns about the economy, rising healthcare costs and the need to expand educational opportunities for all.Americans are struggling to get by and the failed policies of the last eight years have left an economy out of balance. Barack knows that you can't have a strong economy when you have a weak middle class.Tonight's program will also feature the voices of Americans who share Obama's concerns and support his detailed economic plan to grow the economy, create jobs, and expand opportunity. Throughout the night we'll feature the ordinary citizens who are telling their stories this evening, along with pictures and videos from tonight's program.You can watch a live stream of the night's speeches online at www.DemConvention.com.
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