Live from The Indiana Democratic Convention 1-2 PM

Andre Carson opened the convention with a clarion call to Democrats, stating that we simply must not allow the failed Bush policies to continue under a third term, via John McCain. Carson noted that we the people are where change comes from.

District 3 delegates to the National Convention include Graham Richard and Sofia Rodriguez, who both worked hard for Senator Obama this year in Allen County.

2326 delegates were allotted to the counties, 1711 were seated this morning.

The Permanent Chair for this convention, Roy Dominguez of Lake County, was introduced by temporary chair Dan Parker. Mr.Dominguez spoke to our Democratic values, and challenged the party faithful to "make it happen" on all election levels this year.

Dr.Richard Wood was nominated for Superintendent of Public Instruction; seconded and approved. Wood promised a positive campaign and vowed to improve Indiana's schools as a means to improve our next generation and entice new employers to our state. He vowed to give our children the means and opportunities to succeed.

A video was played which discussed how Linda Pence took on Shell Oil for local franchise owners as well as her work on the White River fish kill investigation. Mrs.Pence was then nominated for Attorney General by former AG Pam Carter. She was quickly seconded and approved.