THE
2008 CONVENTION: Tuesday,
August 26th – Renewing America’s Promise
WOMEN OF THE UNITED STATES SENATE
TO PRESENT CHECKLIST FOR CHANGE
DENVER –
Highlighting the historic and vital role of women in the Democratic
Party, the Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) and the
Obama For America campaign announced today that the Democratic women of
the United States Senate will be honored in a special panel Tuesday
night of the 2008 Democratic Convention where they will highlight their
Checklist for Change.
“Renewing
America’s Promise starts with leaders who put the needs of the American
people first. The women of the United States Senate serve as an
inspiration to us all,” said DNCC CEO Leah D. Daughtry. “The 2008
Convention is excited to honor these leaders and to highlight their
Checklist for Change.”
The special
segment of Tuesday’s Convention program will be opened by Senator
Barbara Mikulski of Maryland, the dean of the women senators. Among the
other speakers will be Senator Barbara Boxer of California, Senator
Maria Cantwell of Washington, Senator Mary Landrieu of Louisiana,
Senator Blanche Lambert Lincoln of Arkansas, Senator Amy Klobuchar of
Minnesota, Senator Claire McCaskill of Missouri, and Senator Debbie
Stabenow of Michigan.
“American
families want change, and the women of the United States Senate are
committed to helping deliver it for them,” said Senator Mikulski. “From
pay equity to protecting the family checkbook, making health care
affordable and taking care of our military families, there is a clear
difference between the two parties and the two candidates. Voters have
a clear choice this year. If they want to move the country forward, the
women of the United States Senate stand ready to deliver our Checklist
for Change.”