Klobuchar gets a speaking slot at the DNC
She's speaking on Monday. Here's part of the release:
THE 2008 CONVENTION: AMERICANS COMING TOGETHER FOR CHANGE
Democrats Add New Speakers, Announce Gavel Times For Opening Three Nights in Denver
DENVER - The Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) and the Obama for America Campaign today announced new speakers and gavel times for the opening three nights of the 2008 Democratic National Convention, to take place August 25th - 28th in Denver.
Joining the program on Monday, August 25th will be Former President Jimmy Carter; Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar; Miami Mayor Manny Diaz; Illinois state leaders Alexi Giannoulis, Dan Hynes, Lisa Madigan, and Tom Balanoff from Illinois SEIU; long-time Barack Obama mentor Jerry Kellman; NEA President Reg Weaver; AFT President Randi Weingarten; and NARAL Pro-Choice America President Nancy Keenan. The theme of Monday's program is One Nation.
(Note: I highlighted Klobuchar's name)
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