The Democratic National Convention
Committee (DNCC) unveiled the thematic framework for the 2004 Democratic
National Convention Wednesday, which will take place July 26 to 29 in Boston.
“The 2004 Democratic Convention will tell the life stories of John Kerry
and John Edwards to the nation — the story of their lifetime of service to
the nation and fight for average Americans, and their vision for a stronger
and more secure America,” said Governor Bill Richardson, Permanent Chair of
the 2004 Convention, in a release. “We believe in a nation that is ‘Stronger at Home,
Respected in the World,’ and this Convention will showcase the team that
Americans can trust to always be on their side to achieve that goal.”
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“Throughout his life, John Kerry has answered the call to duty with
patriotism and resolve,” said Governor Jeanne Shaheen, Chair of Kerry-Edwards
for President and a Convention Vice-Chair. “During this Convention, we will
tell the story of his lifetime of strength and service and how, with John
Edwards, he will put those values to work for all Americans.”
Using speakers, videos, and other programmatic elements, organizers will
amplify several themes over the course of the four-day Convention. The
following is a partial speakers list.
The opening night of the Convention on Monday, July 26 will highlight the Kerry-Edwards plan.
On Monday, featured speakers include Representative
Stephanie Tubbs-Jones of Ohio, Representative Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin, and Representative Bob
Menendez of New Jersey.
Former Vice President Gore and Former President Carter will speak Monday
as well as Former President Clinton.
On Tuesday, speakers including Senator Ted Kennedy of Massachusetts, Christie
Vilsack of Iowa and Governor Janet Napolitano of Arizona will talk about John
Kerry and John Edwards’ service to the nation and fight for average Americans.
Teresa Heinz Kerry will speak Tuesday evening.
Featured speakers on Wednesday include: Governor Bill Richardson of New Mexico; Mayor
Martin O’Malley of Baltimore, Maryland; and Retired Marine Lt. Col. Steve
Brozak of New Jersey.
Vice Presidential nominee Senator John Edwards will address the Convention
on Wednesday evening. Elizabeth Edwards will introduce her husband.
On Thursday evening, John Kerry will address the nation.
Preceding John Kerry and playing an important role will be his Swift Boat
Crewmates, who have stood by Kerry for more than 30 years since Kerry lead
them through Vietnam’s Mekong Delta. Jim Rassman, the
Green Beret that John Kerry rescued by pulling him out of a river in Vietnam
under enemy fire, will also speak about John Kerry.
John Kerry’s daughters, Alex and Vanessa Kerry and two step sons, Chris
and Andre Heinz, will also play a role in Thursday night’s program.
Senator Max Cleland will
introduce him on Thursday night.
The 2004 Democratic Convention will take place at the FleetCenter in
Boston. For regularly updated Convention information visit
http://www.dems2004.org.
