Democratic National Convention

 Gloria Penner Compares the RNC and DNC

The Republicans kicked-off their convention yesterday. KPBS has three staffers in Saint Paul blogging, tweeting, flickring, and reporting on the GOP's launching of their nominees for president and vice president. Joining us on Morning Edition is KPBS political correspondent Gloria Penner.

 Presidential Election, DNC Highlights

The Democratic National Convention took place this week. What were the highlights from the convention? What kind of impact will Senator Joe Biden make as Barack Obama's running mate? What can we expect to see at next week's Republican National Convention? We bring you a special DNC broadcast of the Editors Roundtable, with Gloria Penner hosting live from Denver.

 Anticipation is Building for Obama's Big Speech

As the Democratic National Convention heads into its final day, anticipation is building for Barack Obama's acceptance speech tonight.

 Barack Obama Officially Chosen as Nominee

Delegates to the Democratic National Convention officially chose Barack Obama and Joe Biden as their party's candidates for president and vice president last night. KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner is in Denver covering the convention.

 Sizing Up the Democratic National Convention

The Democratic National Convention is underway in Denver and KPBS Political Correspondent Gloria Penner is on hand to witness history in the making. We'll get analysis from Penner on the speeches and Super Delegates, as well as party unity and diversity.

 San Diego Delegates and Other Local Officials Talk About the DNC

Political correspondent Gloria Penner has been there since the beginning and has been spending her time with San Diego delegates and other local officials attending this major political event.

 Gloria Penner Talks About the Reaction To Clinton's Speech

For the last three days, KPBS political correspondent Gloria Penner has been in Denver covering the Democratic National Convention. Yesterday, she joined San Diegans to watch the much-anticipated speech by Senator Hillary Clinton.

 Democratic Chair Gives His Impression of the DNC

California is well-represented at the Democratic National Convention this week with 441 delegates. It's considered the most diverse delegation in the nation. Joining us on Morning Edition is KPBS political correspondent Gloria. She's in Denver this week at the DNC and spent some time with the chair of the San Diego Democratic Party, who is not a delegate to the convention.

 Democratic Convention Highlights

The Democratic National Convention will be starting its second day this afternoon. Hillary Clinton is the featured speaker. KPBS political correspondent Gloria Penner is at the convention.

 Local Students at DNC Receive Convention 101

A broad range of San Diego area political enthusiasts have flocked to this year's Democratic National Convention. Some of them aren't even old enough to vote. Elizabeth Wynne Johnson ran into some California students as they took in the opening moments of a crash course in Convention 101.

 Local Delegates Emerge on DNC, Mingle with Prominent Politicians

Select San Diegans rubbed elbows with some high-profile politicians yesterday at the Democratic National Convention in Denver.

 Californians Upset About Representation at Democratic Convention

California is sending more than 550 delegates to the Democratic National Convention in Denver. But, the chairman of the state party is upset with Barack Obama's campaign over accommodations in the mile high city.

Sen. Joe Biden of Delaware is Barack Obama's pick as vice presidential running mate, The Associated Press has learned.

 High Tech High Leader Heads to DNC

The CEO of San Diego's High Tech High charter school group heads to the Democratic National Convention this weekend to talk about education reform. Organizers say the discussion will help shape the education agenda of presidential hopeful Barack Obama. KPBS Reporter Ana Tintocalis has more.

 Presidential Race, SEDC and CCDC Latest, State Budget

The race for president is amping up again with the Democratic National Convention in Denver next week. Plus, San Diego two's redevelopment agencies, SEDC and CCDC, are both in the midst of controversy following revelations of improper behavior by their leaders. And, the state budget battle is really starting to take a toll on lawmakers in Sacramento.

 Presidential Candidates Gear Up for Big Conventions

The Democratic presidential convention is next week, immediately followed by the Republican convention. We'll talk about what to expect from the conventions and how the candidates are gearing up for the race of their lives.