EMILY's List's gala reception
EMILY's List is hosting a gala reception August 26 in Denver with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton, and Special Guest Michelle Obama to celebrate the power of women.
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Convention press materials
Visit our clearinghouse for EMILY's List 2008 National Democratic Convention press materials. This special section includes our public schedule, fact sheets and press releases.
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2008 Women's Monitor Study
This national study commissioned by EMILY's List banishes myths about women voters and reveals key opportunities and challenges for the candidates in this year's presidential race.
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August 28, 2008
Obama makes history
On Wednesday, Senator Barack Obama was nominated to be the Democrat's presidential candidate by acclamation. Obama makes history by being the first African-American running on a major party ticket. Democrats rallied Wednesday night during speeches by former President Bill Clinton, Vice Presedential nominee Senator Joe Biden and a surprise appearance by Obama himself.
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August 27, 2008
Clinton's call for unity resonates with party
Sen. Hillary Clinton's featured speech at the Democratic Convention left listeners with one key message: "No way, no how, no McCain," Clinton said. "Barack Obama is my president." Challenging her supporters to "unite as a single party with a single purpose," Clinton spoke of the importance of electing Obama to the White House and addressing key issues such as the economy, the war in Iraq, and health care.
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August 26, 2008
Ledbetter message resonates with women
After being discriminated against at a Goodyear plant, Lilly Ledbetter took her case all the way to the Supreme Court -- and lost. Ledbetter has become a national figure in the fight for equal pay, and her speech at the Democratic National Convention Tuesday resonated with supporters. "Equal pay for equal work is a fundamental American principle," Ledbetter said. "We need leaders in this country who will fight for it."
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August 26, 2008
EMILY's List supporters emphasize Democratic women's unity
With Democrats underscoring unity in this year's election, Michelle Obama has played a major role in bringing together one key party group: women. Joining Sen. Hillary Clinton and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi at EMILY's List Convention gala Tuesday, Obama stressed that women will be essential to her husband's race this fall. Obama's positive reception marks an important step toward unity for this November.
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August 26, 2008
DeLauro shares experiences from Convention
In a live guest blog from the Democratic Convention, former EMILY's List executive director Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) wrote about her work with the Paycheck Fairness Act and Sen. Barack Obama's support of her efforts. ". . . Barack was right there -- applauding the bill's passage in the U.S. House of Representatives with me."
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August 26, 2008
Clinton, M. Obama, Pelosi unite at EMILY's List event
In their first shared appearance, Sen. Hillary Clinton and Michelle Obama joined Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi at EMILY's List's Convention gala in Denver. Speaking on the anniversary of women's suffrage, the three women addressed more than 2,500 listeners to celebrate the power of women in the Democratic party.
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August 26, 2008
Convention events highlight Democratic women's unity
In addition to serving as a featured speaker at the Convention Tuesday night, Sen. Hillary Clinton also joined Michelle Obama and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi at the EMILY's List Convention gala earlier in the day. Appealing to her supporters to "work as hard for Barack Obama as you did for me," Clinton emphasized party unity at both events.
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August 26, 2008
New EMILY's List study shows Obama up 12 points among women
The newly released 2008 Women's Monitor shows Barack Obama leading John McCain by 12 points among women, with the largest lead among young voters. The study also highlights an enthusiasm gap among women in different age groups. "We have an important task, as you can see from this data, of reaching out to these Gen Y voters and these first-time voters and saying, 'It's not enough just to vote for Barack Obama,' " Ellen R. Malcolm said.
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August 26, 2008
Opening day of the DNC's Women's Caucus shares the calendar with Women's Equality Day
Tuesday was the opening day of the Democratic Women's Caucus and Women's Equality Day, marking the 88th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. The Women's Caucus will continue on Thursday. Michelle Obama, Senator Hillary Clinton, Senator Barbara Boxer and other women’s leaders are slated to speak.
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August 26, 2008
Ellen R. Malcolm talks about the importance of states like Michigan at the Democratic National Convention
Ellen R. Malcolm and EMILY's List Deputy Political Director Susan Markham talk with LiberalLucy from MichiganLiberal about the importance of states like Michigan in the 2008 election in this video.
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August 26, 2008
Women's events front and center at the Democratic National Convention
The number of women's themed events are "off the charts" according to Barbara Lee of the Barbara Lee Family Foundation. These different events are focusing on key issues such as the gender wage gap, poverty, reproductive health and domestic violence.
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August 26, 2008
Watch Nancy Pelosi, Michelle Obama and Hillary Clinton LIVE at the EMILY's List 2008 Democratic National Convention gala reception
The live stream of EMILY's List's 2008 Democratic National Convention gala reception will begin at 2:00 p.m. MST/4:00 p.m. EDT.
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August 26, 2008
Obama has the women's vote
At yesterday's National Journal event, Obama's perceived issue with women voters was a main topic. EMILY's List President, Ellen R. Malcolm presented the findings of the 2008 Women's Monitor, showing that Obama's support among women surpasses both John Kerry and Al Gore. Other speakers also pointed out that Obama's support among women will most likely grow as McCain's positions on family planning and abortion become better known.
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August 25, 2008
Mobilized and energized; women gather for a symposium on the 2008 elections
Ellen R. Malcolm, President of EMILY's List, was one of many speakers at Monday's Unconventional Women Symposium. Highlights of the event included speeches by Malcolm, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Senator Debbie Stabenow. The historical significance of this year's election, mobilization of women voters and increased involvement of women in the political process were some of the main themes. Other highlighted issues were equal pay for equal work, the Iraq war and the unstable economy.
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August 20, 2008
From 18 to 80: Women on Politics and Society
This national study commissioned by EMILY's List talked to more than 1,400 women voters in four distinct generational groups: Gen Y, Gen X, Boomers, Seniors. A fascinating look at the gaps and bridges between generations and what they mean for the next president of the United States, the study banishes myths about women voters and reveals key opportunities and challenges for the candidates in the presidential race.
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August 19, 2008
John McCain and Women
Get the facts, news, and truth on John McCain's record. Read up-to-date news articles and blog posts. Find ways to take action to ensure progressive change this November.
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