Another highlight from the DPW convention

I know, I know; you’re sick of hearing about the Democratic Party of Wisconsin’s 2010 convention already. However, another highlight of the convention for me had to be the opportunity I had to spend some time getting to know Democratic House candidate Todd Kolosso, who’s looking to unseat Rep. Jim…

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A few more notes from the 2010 DPW convention

I know it’s Tuesday, but here’s a few more notes from the 2010 DPW convention this past weekend: Prior to his impressive win in the WisPolitics.com straw poll, I had a chance to chat with Lt. Governor candidate Henry Sanders, Jr., who noted his reception by delegates at the convention…

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Blogging Blue sits down with Gov. Tim Kaine

Though my weekend at the Democratic Party of Wisconsin’s 2010 Convention was full of great times and wonderful experiences, one of the biggest highlights has to be the opportunity I was given to sit down and ask DNC Chair and former Governor of Virginia Tim Kaine a few questions about…

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DPW’s 2010 Convention draws over 20,000 to internet feed

For the first time ever, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin streamed its 2010 convention live online, drawing over 20,000 unique viewers across the state and the nation. Powered by USTREAM, the seven-hour broadcast had 21,225 unique viewers who watched a combined 77 days, 13 hours, 24 minutes of live video…

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Watch Sen. Russ Feingold’s speech at the 2010 DPW Convention

Watch Sen. Russ Feingold’s speech to those in attendance at the 2010 DPW Convention, a speech which in my opinion was one of the best of the convention. Here’s part 1: And here’s part 2: And here’s part 3:

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Sanders wins WisPolitics straw poll at DPW convention

Despite his campaign’s cautious optimism that he’d win the Lt. Governor straw poll conducted by WisPolitics.com at the Democratic Party of Wisconsin’s 2010 Convention, Democratic Lt. Governor candidate Henry Sanders Jr. won the straw poll by nearly a 2 to 1 margin. State Assembly Majority Leader Tom Nelson finished a…

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Liveblogging day 2 of the DPW 2010 Convention

Check here for coverage of day 2 of the DPW’s 2010 Convention. 9:45 a.m. Lots of amendments and floor resolutions. Gah….booooring. 9:46 a.m. Official count for the convention: 861 delegates, 246 guests. 10:02 a.m. Sen. Herb Kohl talking about Mayor Tom Barrett: “Tom Barrett will be one of the most…

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Notes from the DPW Convention

6:51 p.m. Jeff Hall just finished speaking….talked about how Tom Barrett has the right message for Wisconsin. Lots of fired up delegates here in the convention hall. Next up is State Treasurer Dawn Marie Sass. 6:55 p.m. Dawn Marie Sass speaking now; she’s touting her record. Set a record for…

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Sen. Russ Feingold’s in full gear

Here’s some video of Sen. Russ Feingold speaking at an event just prior to the start of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin’s 2010 convention:

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DPW Convention 2010 live feed

The Democratic Party of Wisconsin’s 2010 convention will feature a live feed of the various speeches given throughout the convention. If you’d like to watch, you can do so below: Webcam chat at Ustream

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