Day One with the Dems: Staying On Message

Today the Democrats promoted sticking to a positive message with leaders and delegates alike trying to stay away from Bush-bashing. It was refreshing if not awkward at times to watch. Reporters seemed sometimes determined to bait speakers in front of the camera attempting to evoke an outburst. Democrats looked sorely pained at moments trying not to lash out at some of the questions.

In such a polarized partisan election year it must take a deep level of concentration to stay positive. Teresa Kerry told one reporter to "shove off" (better than go*cheney* yourself) and Ann Coulter was released from her contract to write for USA Today after submitting her first story covering the Dems and apparantly crossing the line of poor taste. Besides the parley between the reporters and those being reported on, the Democratic message was forward focused and positive.

A premiere evening line up of Democrat politico-stars set the tone of the convention and began to introduce John Kerry through the eyes of those who have served in the White House before. Jimmy Carter, Jesse Jackson, Al Gore, Senator Hillary Clinton, and her husband, Bill Clinton. In a series of speeches asking questions and focusing on the future, a united endorsement and endearment for the John/John ticket emerged. As a cohesive group, the message is clear: We are ready for change. Send John Kerry.

BIRDS & BEES: Bonding in Boston: Unconventional advice doing the nasty with Democratic delegates.

HOLLYWOOD: Probing journalism: Ben Affleck asks Alexandra Kerry about her see-through dress.

JOCKS: Diamond vision: Does recent Red Sox victory over Yankees fortell a return to the White House for Democrats?

TECHNOLOGY: Revenge of the reading machines: Democrats plagued by persistent teleprompter problems.

TUNES: Rap the vote: Wyclef Jean and Ying Yang Twins enlist urban audience in electoral process.

WEB SURF: Documenting the donations: Fundrace 2004 keeps tabs on who is giving how much to Kerry and Bush.

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