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City looks at hosting Democrats' convention

The Charlotte Observer - Wed Dec 2, 6:34 am ET

Could Charlotte host the next Democratic National Convention ?

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Gray's solicitation letter to Comcast sparks questions
The Washington DC Examiner - Wed Nov 18, 4:51 pm ET
D.C. Council Chairman Vincent Gray's potential mayoral bid was hit with a body blow as it was revealed he sought, using council letterhead, a $20,000 contribution from a major corporation for Democratic committee activities in Denver.
Colo. State Fair Showed $816,000 Profit This Year
KKTV 11 Colorado Springs - Sat Nov 21, 7:05 pm ET
The Colorado State Fair had a net profit of $816,000 this year, the best since it cut back to an 11-day run.
Harpo Studio just a part of vibrant Near W. Side
Chicago Sun-Times - Sat Nov 21, 8:33 am ET
Chicago's Near West Side basked in the spotlight shined by the " Oprah Winfrey Show." But her studio was not the only catalyst for the area's explosive development -- and the show will go on without her. That's the consensus among business, civic and political leaders now that Oprah has announced she's signing off after her 25th season. It is not know whether the talk show diva will abandon her ...
Rewind: Rage Against the Machine Arrest- Offspring Vs Sony- Pearl Jam Blamed For Deaths- Ozzy Slams Rock Hall- and ...
antiMUSIC - Sat Nov 21, 4:48 am ET
A top story from this week. Rewind for July thru September 2000. As we come closer to the year 2010, we're going to be taking a quick look back at some of the biggest stories of the past decade.
Appreciated service: Whitaker did well as mayor
Fairbanks Daily News-Miner - Sat Nov 21, 1:44 am ET
Before former borough Mayor Jim Whitaker’s administration fades too far into history, a few words are due in recognition and appreciation of his service to Fairbanks. Maybe such recognition is pre...
Royal female finish for Starz Film Fest with "Young Victoria"
Denver Post - Fri Nov 20, 3:25 am ET
It is good to be queen. Or at least to portray Britain's longest-ruling monarch as a bright young thing, Emily Blunt acknowledges. "She's a wonderful character at the end of the day, and I wanted to do her justice, rather than just the fact she reigned England," she said of her role in "The Young Victoria." Rupert Friend plays Albert.
Inouye says he's staying neutral
Honolulu Advertiser - Fri Nov 20, 7:13 am ET
U.S. Sen. Daniel K. Inouye has not endorsed a candidate for governor in 2010, but Inouye's staff yesterday did not dispute Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann's claim that the senator has urged him to run.
Film is daughters' homage to radical lawyer William Kunstler
Seattle Times - Thu Nov 19, 7:11 pm ET
"William Kunstler: Disturbing the Universe" is an honest and emotionally complex documentary from Sarah and Emily Kunstler, daughters of the late defense attorney, who attempt to separate the legend from the father they knew.
All's Fairey in national politics
Santa Fe New Mexican - Fri Nov 20, 1:52 am ET
Get FREE Daily Headlines by email! The image is iconic in contemporary political art. And it's been inside your head for more than a year. Art critic Peter Schjeldahl of The New Yorker has referred to it as "the most efficacious American political illustration since 'Uncle Sam Wants You.'" Indeed, it may still be seen in a variety of places, including during your daily commute.
Anti-facist camp clashes with skinheads in Moscow
New Haven Register - Thu Nov 19, 8:56 pm ET
Associated Press MOSCOW — A simmering confrontation between far-right youths and anti-racist activists has erupted into Moscow’s streets after the fatal shooting of an anti-racist activist known as the Bonebreaker.
Shawn Adolf Pleads Guilty To Weapons Charges: Colorado Man Threatened Obama Before Democratic National Convention
The Huffington Post - Sat Nov 7, 4:38 pm ET
What's Your Reaction? DENVER — A man who threatened to kill Barack Obama last summer just before the Democratic National Convention in Denver has pleaded guilty to federal weapons charges.
Moore: Openstage to go nomad for year of Lincoln Center renovations
Denver Post - Sun Nov 15, 3:16 am ET
The Lincoln Center in Fort Collins will close at the end of May for a $6 million renovation, which will leave one of the state's biggest and oldest theater companies homeless for a season. Also: View a trailer for this week's screening of Listen Productions' "DNC Mediamockracy."
Another Poll on Abortion-Funding in Health Care
National Catholic Reporter - Thu Nov 19, 3:28 pm ET
Another poll, this one by CNN , says that 61% of Americans do not want federal funding of abortion coverage in the health care reform bill. 37% said that they do support such funding.
Everclear Lead Singer Art Alexakis Rocks a Message of Activism
FOX 12 Idaho - Thu Nov 19, 11:49 am ET
Portland-based rock band Everclear is in Boise, gearing up for their show at the Knitting Factory Wednesday night.
Detroit's Kilpatrick Back in Court Over Money Troubles
Time.com via Yahoo! News - Wed Nov 18, 10:20 am ET
America loves a story of redemption. But former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick's constant excess, and his view that somehow he is above the law, makes absolution a difficult sell
David Plouffe Recounts Life with Barack Obama and the Campaign That Knocked the Establishment on Its Ear
PR.com - Thu Nov 19, 1:54 pm ET
David Plouffe As I was preparing to speak with David Plouffe it occurred to me that Plouffe is the now legendary campaign manager who coached President Barack Obama in the fine art of answering sharp questions. There was no way I was going to get him to pull the goalie during our interview. There would be no accidental slips on his part, no spontaneous sound bites. The best I could hope for ...
‘Teach Them a Lesson,’ Said Top Cop: Loose Lips Daily - City Desk - Washington City Paper
Washington City Paper - Thu Nov 19, 12:39 pm ET
IN LL WEEKLY--- All Bets Are Off : The lottery contract saga goes on. Also: Fired DPR employees claim the stats were juked to force layoff. Greetings all.
Chicago has a mood problem
Chicago Tribune - Wed Nov 18, 9:47 am ET
Mary Schmich: It seems edgy lately, a little sullen and scared, verging on depressed...A collective shift toward a darker frame of mind that can't be chalked up entirely to winter or the national recession?
City looks at hosting Democrats' convention
The Charlotte Observer - Wed Dec 2, 6:34 am ET
Could Charlotte host the next Democratic National Convention ?
Salahi denies being White House party crasher
Idaho State Journal - Tue Dec 1, 4:08 pm ET
FILE - In this Aug. 27, 2008, file photo, Michele S. Jones, the first female Sgt. Maj. of the U.S. Army, speaks at the Democratic National Convention in Denver. Jones, a special assistant to Defense Secretary Robert Gates, said in a written statement issued through the White House on Monday evening, Nov. 30, 2009, that she never said or implied she would get Michaele and Tareq Salahi into the ...