This is Tuesday’s schedule of events at Time Warner Center for the Democratic National Convention for Tuesday, September 4th. Some of the highlights include the Call to Order by The Honorable Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Chair of the Democratic National Committee, Member of the US House of Representatives, Florida, and Platform Committee Remarks by The Honorable Barbara Lee, Member of the US House of Representatives, California, and Lieutenant General Claudia Kennedy (Retired).
She is the first woman to reach rank of three-star general in the US Army.
Finally, we have the Keynote Address by The Honorable Julian Castro, Mayor of San Antonio, Texas, then a Michelle Obama Video and Remarks, and then, First Lady Michelle Obama.
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
“Americans Coming Together”
Time shown as local – Charlotte, North Carolina, EDT
CHARLOTTE, Sept. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ —
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (LOCAL)
Call to Order
The Honorable Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Chair of the Democratic National Committee
Member of the US House of Representatives, FloridaInvocation
His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas
Bishop of the Greek Orthodox Diocese of DetroitPresentation of Colors
Disabled American Veterans, The Stanly County Chapter 12 Honor GuardPledge of Allegiance
3(rd) Grade Class, W.R. O’Dell Elementary School
Concord, North CarolinaNational Anthem
Amber Riley
Singer/songwriter and ‘Glee’ actressRemarks
Stephen J. Kerrigan
Chief Executive Officer of the Democratic National Convention CommitteeWelcome Video
Presentation of Credentials Committee Report from Co-Chairs
Bishop Vashti McKenzie
First woman elected as bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church
The Honorable Julian Castro
Mayor of San Antonio, TexasPresentation of Rules Committee Report from Co-Chairs
The Honorable Kamala D. Harris
State Attorney General of California
The Honorable Martin O’Malley
Governor of MarylandAppointment of Convention Officers
Gaveling-in of Permanent Chair
The Honorable Antonio R. Villaraigosa
Chair of the 2012 Democratic National Convention Committee
Mayor of Los Angeles, CaliforniaRemarks
The Honorable Steny Hoyer
Parliamentarian of the 2012 Democratic National Committee Convention
Democratic Whip and Member of the US House of Representatives, Maryland
Andrew Tobias
Treasurer of the Democratic National Committee
Alice Germond
Secretary of the Democratic National CommitteeRoll Call for Attendance
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (LOCAL)
Platform Committee Remarks
The Honorable Barbara Lee
Member of the US House of Representatives, California
Lieutenant General Claudia Kennedy (Retired)
First woman to reach rank of three-star general in the US ArmyPlatform Video and Remarks
The Honorable Cory A. Booker
Mayor of Newark, New JerseyRemarks
The Honorable Bev Perdue
Governor of North CarolinaAmerican Hero Video: Education
American Voices Remarks
Ryan CaseRemarks
Mary Kay Henry
International President of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU)Remarks from Members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus
The Honorable Charles Gonzalez
Member of the US House of Representatives, Texas
Chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus
The Honorable Nydia M. Velazquez
Member of the US House of Representatives, New YorkRemarks
The Honorable Pat Quinn
Governor of IllinoisRemarks
Doug Stern
Cincinnati, Ohio FirefighterRemarks
The Honorable Tim Kaine
Candidate for the US Senate, Virginia
Former Governor of Virginia
Former Chairman of the Democratic National Committee7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (LOCAL)
Remarks
The Honorable Anthony R. Foxx
Mayor of Charlotte, North Carolina
The Honorable Harry Reid
Democratic Majority Leader and Member of the US Senate, NevadaAn Economy Built to Last Video: Education
Women of the US House of Representatives
Jimmy Carter Video
Remarks
The Honorable Ken SalazarKennedy Family Tribute Video
Remarks
Joe Kennedy III
Candidate for the US House of Representatives, MassachusettsLive Performance
Ledisi
Singer/songwriterRemarks
The Honorable Robert Wexler
President of the S. Daniel Abraham Center for Middle East Peace
Former Member of the US House of Representatives, Florida8:00 PM – 9:00 PM (LOCAL)
Remarks
The Honorable R.T. Rybak
Mayor of Minneapolis, Minnesota
The Honorable Jared Polis
Member of the US House of Representatives, ColoradoStronger Together Video: Reproductive Choice
American Voices Remarks
Maria CianoRemarks
Nancy Keenan
President of the National Abortion Rights Action League – Pro-Choice America (NARAL)Progress for People Video: American Veterans
American Voices Remarks
Nate DavisRemarks
The Honorable Tammy Duckworth
Candidate for the US House of Representatives, Illinois
Former Assistant Secretary of the US Department of Veterans Affairs
The Honorable Lincoln Chafee
Governor of Rhode Island
The Honorable James E. Clyburn
Assistant Democratic Leader and Member of the US House of Representatives, South CarolinaProgress for People Video: Health Care
American Voices Remarks
Stacey LihnRemarks
The Honorable Xavier Becerra
Democratic Caucus Vice Chair and Member of the US House of Representatives, California9:00 PM – 10:00 PM (LOCAL)
The Honorable Ted Strickland
Former Governor of Ohio
The Honorable Kathleen Sebelius
The Honorable Rahm Emanuel
Mayor of Chicago, Illinois
Former White House Chief of StaffRemarks
Kal Penn
Actor/Producer
Former Associate Director of the White House Office of Public EngagementRemarks
Craig Robinson and Maya Soetoro-ng
Brother of Mrs. Obama and Sister of President ObamaStronger Together Video: Equal Pay
Remarks
Lilly Ledbetter
Women’s equality leader and namesake of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act
The Honorable Deval Patrick
Governor of Massachusetts10:00 PM – 11:00 PM (LOCAL)
The Honorable Martin O’Malley
Governor of MarylandIntroduction of Keynote Speaker Julian Castro
Joaquin Castro
Brother of Mayor Julian Castro
Candidate for the US House of Representatives, TexasKeynote Address
The Honorable Julian Castro
Mayor of San Antonio, TexasMichelle Obama Video and Remarks
Elaine BryeRemarks
Michelle Obama
First Lady of the United StatesBenediction
Jena Lee Nardella
Founder and Executive Director of Blood: Water MissionRecess
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