When you come to a convention you expect evenings filled with speakers that represent the all the star power the party has to offer. Several friends also attending the convention have called it the "Super Bowl," the "Oscars," the "All-Star Game" all rolled into one. I think the Super Bowl is probably one of the best analogies.
Just like the Super Bowl, The Republican National Convention brings out current stars and the stars of yesteryear. You see them at local pubs, walking down the street, standing for interviews, or catching up with old pol buddies.
Late last night sitting in our hotel pub happened to be Pat Buchanan, now on MSNBC in the morning, but known for his improbable win over President George H.W. Bush in the 1992 New Hampshire primary. There he was enjoying himself with friends. As he got up to leave, I rushed over and introduced myself. The guy has one of the strongest handshakes I have ever encountered. After nearly crushing my hand we both turned towards the camera. I am guessing he was thinking he would have looked more appropriate for the picture if he had been wearing a Hawaiin Shirt!
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