Friday, September 7, 2012

Unions Hope Democratic National Convention Draws Attention To Plight Of North Carolina Workers

  • Bill Clinton, Barack Obama

    Former President Bill Clinton hugs President Barack Obama after President Obama walked on stage after Clinton's speech the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Bill Clinton, Barack Obama

    Former President Bill Clinton bows as President Barack Obama walks on stage after Clinton's address to the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • US-VOTE-2012-DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION

    The 42nd President of the United States Bill Clinton and the 44th President of the United States Barack Obama acknowledge tha audience at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 5, 2012 on the second day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). The DNC is expected to nominate US President Barack Obama to run for a second term as president on September 6th. AFP PHOTO Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/GettyImages)

  • US-VOTE-2012-DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION

    The 42nd President of the United States Bill Clinton (R) shakes hands with the 44th President Barack Obama at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 5, 2012 on the second day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). The DNC is expected to nominate US President Barack Obama to run for a second term as president on September 6th. AFP PHOTO Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/GettyImages)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: U.S. President Bill Clinton greets Democratic presidential candidate, U.S. President Barack Obama (L) on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

  • US-VOTE-2012-DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION

    US President Barack Obama waves alongside former President Bill Clinton after Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, September 5, 2012. AFP PHOTO / Saul LOEB (Photo credit should read SAUL LOEB/AFP/GettyImages)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: U.S. President Bill Clinton stands with Democratic presidential candidate, U.S. President Barack Obama (R) on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: U.S. President Bill Clinton hugs Democratic presidential candidate, U.S. President Barack Obama (R) on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: U.S. President Bill Clinton hugs Democratic presidential candidate, U.S. President Barack Obama (R) on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

  • Former President Bill Clinton addresses the Democratic National Convention as first lady Michelle Obama is projected on the screen behind him in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Former President Bill Clinton addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • Former President Bill Clinton speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • First lady Michelle Obama sits with San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro and his brother Joaquin Castro, center, at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Bill Clinton

    Former President Bill Clinton addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Former President Bill Clinton waves to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton speaks on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton waves as he takes the stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton speaks on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

  • Former President Bill Clinton addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • US-VOTE-2012-DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION

    The 42nd President of the United States Bill Clinton addresses the audience at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 5, 2012 on the second day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). The DNC is expected to nominate US President Barack Obama to run for a second term as president on September 6th. AFP PHOTO Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/GettyImages)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton speaks on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton waves as he takes the stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton waves as he takes the stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton waves as he takes the stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton waves as he takes the stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

  • Senate candidate from Massachusetts Elizabeth Warren speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Senate candidate from Massachusetts Elizabeth Warren speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Massachusetts Senate candidate Elizabeth Warren speaks during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Attorney Sandra Fluke speaks during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

  • US-VOTE-2012-DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION

    Georgetown Law School Graduate Sandra Fluke speaks at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 5, 2012 on the second day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). The DNC is expected to nominate US President Barack Obama to run for a second term as president on September 6th. AFP PHOTO Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/GettyImages)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: First lady Michelle Obama sits with her brother Craig Robinson in a box during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel claps during a speaker during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Massachusetts Senate candidate Elizabeth Warren speaks during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: First lady Michelle Obama poses with a young girl during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: First lady Michelle Obama (R) talks with people in the luxury box during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Attendees hold signs that say '1.1 Million Auto Jobs Saved' and union related signs during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

  • Vice President Joe Biden watches a video monitor during speeches at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Cecile Richards

    President of Planned Parenthood Action Fund Cecile Richards addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Cecile Richards

    President of Planned Parenthood Action Fund Cecile Richards waves after addressing the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Karen Mills

    Small Business Administrator Karen Mills addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • General Eric Shinseki speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Simone Campbell

    Sister Simone Campbell, Executive Director of the Roman Catholic Social Justice Organization addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • John Hickenlooper

    Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Steny Hoyer

    Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Arne Duncan

    Arne Duncan addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • US-VOTE-2012-DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION

    Democratic Women in the US Senate join on stage at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 5, 2012 on the second day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). The DNC is expected to nominate US President Barack Obama to run for a second term as president on September 6th. AFP PHOTO Robyn BECK (Photo credit should read ROBYN BECK/AFP/GettyImages)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: U.S. Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD) greets an attendee during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

  • US-VOTE-2012-DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION

    President of Planned Parenthood Action Fund Cecile Richards waves to the audience at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 5, 2012 on the second day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). The DNC is expected to nominate US President Barack Obama to run for a second term as president on September 6th. AFP PHOTO Robyn BECK (Photo credit should read ROBYN BECK/AFP/GettyImages)

  • House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Women from the US Senate hold hands after Sen. Barbara Mikulski of Maryland's speech at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Nancy Pelosi

    House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi waves after addressing the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Dannel Malloy

    Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Rep. Emanuel Cleaver II of Missouri speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Emanuel Cleaver

    Rep. Emanuel Cleaver II of Missouri addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Rep. Al Green of Texas speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Rep. Karen Bass of California speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • From left, Rep. Emanuel Cleaver II of Missouri and Rep. Karen Bass of California and Rep. Al Green of Texas walk up to the podium to speak at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Chuck Schumer

    Sen. Chuck Schumer of New York addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Sen. Chuck Schumer of New York waves to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Pedro Pierluisi

    Pedro Pierluisi, resident commissioner of Puerto Rico, addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Sen. Patty Murray

    Sen. Patty Murray of Washington waves after addressing the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Patty Murray

    Sen. Patty Murray of Washington addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Steve Israel

    DCCC Chairman Steve Israel, New York representative, addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • DCCC Chairman Steve Israel and New York representative waves to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • John Larson

    Rep. John Larson of Connecticut addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Antonio Villaraigosa

    Los Angeles Mayor and Democratic Convention Chairman Antonio Villaraigosa calls for a vote to amend the platform the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Gabby Douglas

    Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas recites the Pledge of Allegiance at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Diana DeGette

    Rep. Diana DeGette of Colorado waves as she walks to the podium to address the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • John A. P?rez

    California Assembly Speaker John A. P?rez addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Boston Mayor Tom Menino addresses delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Tom Menino

    Boston Mayor Tom Menino addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Rep. Judy Chu of California waves to delegates before her speech at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Democratic National Convention: Day 2

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: U.S. Sen. John Kerry (D-MA) stands on stage with stage manager David Cove (R) during a walkthrough during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

  • Luis Gutierrez

    Rep. Luis Gutierrez of Illinois addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Rep. Luis Gutierrez of Illinois speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Luis Gutierrez

    Rep. Luis Gutierrez of Illinois addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Los Angeles Mayor and Democratic Convention Chairman Antonio Villaraigosa speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Michelle Obama

    First lady Michelle Obama greets attendees at the African American Caucus Meeting at the 2012 Democratic National Convention, Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Michelle Obama

    First lady Michelle Obama speaks during the African American Caucus Meeting at the 2012 Democratic National Convention, Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • First Lady Michelle Obama waves to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Michelle Obama

    First Lady Michelle Obama addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • First Lady Michelle Obama waves to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

  • Barack Obama1

    First Lady Michelle Obama addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • First Lady Michelle Obama waves to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • First Lady Michelle Obama speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • First Lady Michelle Obama hugs Elaine Brye before speaking at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro, left, and his brother Joaquin Castro, wave at delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Julian Castro, Joaquin Castro

    San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro and his brother Joaquin Castro, right, wave to the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Joaquin Castro

    Joaquin Castro, San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro's brother introduces him to the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Julian Castro

    San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro walks on stage at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Dick Durbin, Tammy Duckworth

    U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin talks to Former Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Tammy Duckworth during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Martin O'Malley

    Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Martin O'Malley

    Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley

  • Deval Patrick

    Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Deval Patrick

    Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Rahm Emanuel

    Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Rahm Emanuel

    Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Rahm Emanuel

    Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Craig Robinson, Maya Soetoro-ng,

    Craig Robinson, First Lady Michelle Obama's brother, and Maya Soetoro-ng, President Barack Obama's sister, address the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Lilly Ledbetter

  • Lilly Ledbetter

  • Kal Penn

    Actor Kal Penn addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Lincoln Chafee

    Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Vice President Joe Biden speaks Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Vice President Joe Biden, left, speaks to Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Former Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Tammy Duckworth speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Former Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Tammy Duckworth stand at the podium as she speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Former Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Tammy Duckworth stand at the podium as she speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Jim Clyburn

    Rep. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina points across the convention floor at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

  • Stacey Lihn

    Stacey Lihn addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012 as (L-R) her daughter Zoe, husband Caleb and daughter Emerson listen. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Tammy Duckworth

    Former Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Tammy Duckworth waves to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Former Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Tammy Duckworth speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Former U.S. Rep. Patrick J. Kennedy holds his son Owen during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Nancy Keenan

    President of NARAL Pro-Choice America Nancy Keenan addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Maria Ciano speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Rep. Jared Polis of Colorado waves after speaking to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Jared Polis

    Rep. Jared Polis of Colorado addresess the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Rev. Jesse Jackson is interviewed on the convention floor at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • R.T. Rybak

    Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Vice President Joe Biden and his wife Jill Biden watch proceedings at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Robert Wexler

    Robert Wexler, President of the S. Daniel Abraham Center for Middle East Peace and former Representative from Florida, addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Ledisi

    Singer Ledisi preforms during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Joe Kennedy III, candidate for the House of Representatives from Massachusetts, waves to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Joe Kennedy

    Joe Kennedy III, candidate for the House of Representatives from Massachusetts, addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi applauds with women from the House of Representatives wave after speaking at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Nancy Pelosi

    House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and the Democratic women of the House of Reppresentives wave to the delegates atthe Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Candidate for the House of Representatives Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaii with the women from the House of Representatives at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Harry Reid

    Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Harry Reid

    Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Anthony Foxx

    Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Tim Kaine

    Former Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine waves to the delegates from Virginia before addressing the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Pat Quinn

    Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Doug Stern

    Ohio firefighter Doug Stern addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Charles Gonzalez, Nydia Vel?zquez

    Rep. Charles Gonzalez of Texas and Rep. Nydia Vel?zquez of New York address the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Bev Perdue

    North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Mary Kay Henry

    Mary Kay Henry, International President of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Rep. Charles Gonzalez of Texas points to delegates as he walks on stage at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Cory Booker

    Newark Mayor Cory Booker addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Cory Booker

    Newark Mayor Cory Booker addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Alice Germond

    Alice Germond, Secretary of the Democratic National Committee, addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Barbara Lee

    Rep. Barbara Lee of California addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Newark Mayor Cory Booker speaks to delegates during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Priscilla Chavez, Carla Chavez

    New Mexico delegates Priscilla and Carla Chavez cheer during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • Antonio Villaraigosa

    Los Angeles Mayor and Democratic Convention Chairman Antonio Villaraigosa blows a kiss to he delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland gives the thumbs up to delegates during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Andrew Tobias

    Andrew Tobias, Treasurer of the Democratic National Committee, addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Los Angeles Mayor and Democratic Convention Chairman Antonio Villaraigosa hugs Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, from Florida, before speaking at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • California Attorney General Kamala D. Harris and Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley along with Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, center, from Florida, speak to delegates during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Debbie Wasserman

    Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, from Florida, gavels the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Steny Hoyer

    Rep. Steny Hoyer of Maryland addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, from Florida, gavels the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.(AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • The 3rd grade class of W.R. O'Dell Elementary School, from Concord, N.C., recites the Pledge of Allegiance at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, from Florida, waves to delegates at the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Metropolitan Nicholas

    Metropolitan Nicholas, Bishop of the Greek Orthodox Diocese of Detroit, delivers the invocation at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Joe Biden, Jill Biden

    Vice President Joe Biden and his wife Jill Biden arrive in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012, to attend the Democratic National Convention. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)

  • Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, from Florida, speaks to an aide during a sound check before the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Julian Castro

    San Antonio, Texas Mayor Julian Castro talks to reporters at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. The mayor will give the keynote speech at the DNC. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • Nancy Pelosi, Rosa DeLauro

    House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi of California task with Rep. Rosa Delauro of Connecticut, right, during a sound check at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Nancy Pelosi, Joyce Beatty, Tulsi Gabbard

    House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi of California, center, looks over the stage with Democratic candidates for the House of Representatives, Joyce Beatty of Ohio, left and Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaii, right, during a sound check at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Karl Rove

    Karl Rove, former Senior Advisor and Deputy Chief of Staff to former President George W. Bush, is seen on the floor after a television interview at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Nancy Pelosi

    House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi of California looks over the convention floor during a sound check at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Nancy Pelosi

    House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi of California walks across the stage under a large television picture of former President Jimmy Carter during a sound check at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Michelle Obama

    First Lady Michelle Obama waves as she appears on the stage for filming a campaign video at the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • Michelle Obama, Kal Penn

    First Lady Michelle Obama appears on the stage with actor Kal Penn for filming a campaign video at the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • Michelle Obama, Kal Penn

    First Lady Michelle Obama appears on the stage with actor Kal Penn for filming a campaign video at the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • Michelle Obama

    First Lady Michelle Obama waves as she appears at the podium for a camera test on the stage at the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • Michelle Obama

    First Lady Michelle Obama gestures as she appears at the podium for a camera test on the stage at the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • Michelle Obama, David Cove

    First Lady Michelle Obama listens to head stage manager David Cove at the podium for a camera test on the stage at the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • Michelle Obama

    First Lady Michelle Obama waves from the podium during a sound check at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

  • Michelle Obama

    First Lady Michelle Obama waves as she appears at the podium for a camera test on the stage at the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • First Lady Michelle Obama listens to a production manager during a sound check for the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • Production crew makes final preparation on the stage for the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

  • Kelly Jacobs, from Hernando, Miss., wears button laden campaign hat while touring the convention hall ahead of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • A delegate shows off her President Barack Obama button in the convention hall before the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • Julian Castro, Joaquin Castro

    San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro, left, who will be the convention keynote speaker, and his twin brother, State Representative Joaquin Castro, who is running for U.S. Congress, are interviewed at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., Monday, Sept. 3, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

  • Antonio Villaraigosa

    Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa talks to a reporter as he tours the floor at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Debbie Wasserman Schultz,

    Democratic National Committee Chair, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Fla., fourth from left,, poses for a picture with Goergia delegates on the stage at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Production crew work on final adjustments at the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012. the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Charlotte Prepares For Democratic National Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 02: Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa (C) is seen during preparations for the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 2, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will start on September 4 and run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte Prepares For Democratic National Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 02: San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro (L) stands on stage with his brother Joaqu?n Castro during preparations for the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 2, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will start on September 4 and run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte Prepares For Democratic National Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 02: Workers stand on stage during preparations for the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 2, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will start on September 4 and run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

  • US-VOTE-2012-DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION

    Banners announce the upcoming 2012 Democratic National Convention on September 1, 2012 outside the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina. Preparations for the Democratic National Convention have begun around Charlotte where the the party is expected to nominate US President Barack Obama to run for a second term. AFP PHOTO / ROBYN BECK (Photo credit should read ROBYN BECK/AFP/GettyImages)

  • Charlotte Prepares For Democratic National Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 01: Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa (R) tours the stage as preparations continue at the Time Warner Cable Arena for the Democratic National Convention on September 1, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Democratic National Convention is scheduled to run from September 4th - 6th. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte Prepares For Democratic National Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 01: Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa (C) tours the stage as preparations continue at the Time Warner Cable Arena for the Democratic National Convention on September 1, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Democratic National Convention is scheduled to run from September 4th - 6th. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte Prepares For Democratic National Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 01: Passersby stop to watch as artists create a sand sculpture of President Barack Obama before the start of the Democratic National Convention September 1, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Democratic National Convention is scheduled to run from September 4th - 6th. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte Prepares For Democratic National Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 01: Shoppers search for souvenirs before the start of the Democratic National Convention September 1, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Democratic National Convention is scheduled to run from September 4th - 6th. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte Prepares For Democratic National Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 01: Mounted police patrol the Uptown area before the start of the Democratic National Convention September 1, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Democratic National Convention is scheduled to run from September 4th - 6th. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

  • Chase Howard

    5-year-old Chase Howard runs across the stage at the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

  • CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 01: Artist O O sells his art work outside the Time Warner Cable Arena on September 1, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Democratic National Convention is scheduled to run from September 4th - 6th. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)

  • CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 01: Artist O O (R) sets up a booth to sell his politically inspired art near the Time Warner Cable Arena where the Democratic Party will be hosting their national convention September 1, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Democratic National Convention is scheduled to run from September 4th - 6th. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

  • Inside Time Warner Cable Arena is seen facilitated for the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Aug. 31, 2012. in Charlotte, N.C., on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • Brevard police officers gather for a meeting at the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • Production crew prepare on the floor at the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

  • Production crew are seen from the upper level hall way as they prepare for the Democratic National Convention inside Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C., on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

  • A volunteer waits to receive credentials for President Barak Obama's acceptance speech during Charlotte's Democratic Convention at a campaign field office in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)

  • Parker Mothershead

    Parker Mothershead of Charlotte, N.C. walks into the stands in the Tampa Bay Times Forum at the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla., on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2012. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

  • The main floor of Time Warner Cable Arena is shown during the public unveiling of Democratic National Convention's facilities in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Aug. 31, 2012. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

  • Steve Kerrigan

    DNCC CEO Steve Kerrigan, center, talks with guests near the main stage during the public unveiling of Democratic National Convention's facilities at Time Warner Arena in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Aug. 31, 2012. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

  • Visitors take photos of the main stage during the public unveiling of Democratic National Convention's facilities at Time Warner Arena in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Aug. 31, 2012. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

  • Workers install banners in preparation of Democratic National Convention's facilities at Time Warner Arena in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Aug. 31, 2012. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

  • Steve Kerrigan

    DNCC CEO Steve Kerrigan, center, speaks to the media near the main stage during the public unveiling of Democratic National Convention's facilities Time Warner Arena in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Aug. 31, 2012. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

  • Visitors walk past delegate seats during the public unveiling of Democratic National Convention's facilities Time Warner Arena in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Aug. 31, 2012. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

  • A worker crosses the main stage at Time Warner Cable Arena during the public unveiling of Democratic National Convention's facilities in Charlotte, N.C., Friday, Aug. 31, 2012. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)

  • Charlotte's Time Warner Cable Arena Transformed For Democratic Nat'l Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 22: Workers construct modifications to the Time Warner Cable Arena in preparation for the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on August 22, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte-area residents have been invited to attend a public open house and podium unveiling at the arena on August 31 for the convention that starts on September 3. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte's Time Warner Cable Arena Transformed For Democratic Nat'l Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 22: Workers construct modifications to the Time Warner Cable Arena in preparation for the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on August 22, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte-area residents have been invited to attend a public open house and podium unveiling at the arena on August 31 for the convention that starts on September 3. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte's Time Warner Cable Arena Transformed For Democratic Nat'l Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 22: Workers construct modifications to the Time Warner Cable Arena in preparation for the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on August 22, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte-area residents have been invited to attend a public open house and podium unveiling at the arena on August 31 for the convention that starts on September 3. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte's Time Warner Cable Arena Transformed For Democratic Nat'l Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 22: Workers construct modifications to the Time Warner Cable Arena in preparation for the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on August 22, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte-area residents have been invited to attend a public open house and podium unveiling at the arena on August 31 for the convention that starts on September 3. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte's Time Warner Cable Arena Transformed For Democratic Nat'l Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 22: Workers construct modifications to the Time Warner Cable Arena in preparation for the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on August 22, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte-area residents have been invited to attend a public open house and podium unveiling at the arena on August 31 for the convention that starts on September 3. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte's Time Warner Cable Arena Transformed For Democratic Nat'l Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 22: Workers construct modifications to the Time Warner Cable Arena in preparation for the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on August 22, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte-area residents have been invited to attend a public open house and podium unveiling at the arena on August 31 for the convention that starts on September 3. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte's Time Warner Cable Arena Transformed For Democratic Nat'l Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 22: Workers construct modifications to the Time Warner Cable Arena in preparation for the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on August 22, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte-area residents have been invited to attend a public open house and podium unveiling at the arena on August 31 for the convention that starts on September 3. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte's Time Warner Cable Arena Transformed For Democratic Nat'l Convention

    CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 22: Workers construct modifications to the Time Warner Cable Arena in preparation for the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on August 22, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte-area residents have been invited to attend a public open house and podium unveiling at the arena on August 31 for the convention that starts on September 3. (Photo by Mario Tama/Getty Images)

  • Charlotte's Time Warner Cable Arena Transformed For Democratic Nat'l Convention

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