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Convention Journal - Day Eight (09/04/08)

David Gillette finds himself in the middle of the biggest action of the night.

Convention Journal - Day Seven (09/03/08)

David Gillette searches for more protests but only finds a sandwich.

Convention Journal - Day Six (09/02/08)

David returns home for the start of the Republican National Convention.  It's not a smooth ride.

Convention Journal - Day Five (08/29/08)

David wraps up the Democratic National Convention... with a surprise visit from Gov. Tim Pawlenty.

Convention Journal - Day Four (08/28/08)

David spends the entire day observing the Democratic National Convention... from the best seat in the house.

Convention Journal - Day Three (08/27/08)

David Gillette upgrades his DNC security status.

Convention Journal - Day Two (08/26/08)

It's official; the 2008 Democratic Convention is underway.  David reports.

Convention Journal - Day One (08/25/08)

David arrives in Denver for the Democratic National Convention

Convention Journal - Day Zero (08/22/08)

David launches a new series; the "Convention Journal."  See what it's like to attend a national presidential convention through the eyes of TPT's cartoon commentator.

Making Presidents: Chapter 3 (07/18/08)

David exercises the "awesome power of the press pass" and gets a comparison point for the upcoming RNC.