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Obama Prepares For A High-Stakes Speech
The Democratic nominee will deliver a highly anticipated acceptance speech before a huge audience. Republicans have already derided him as a "celebrity" who can draw large crowds but lacks the experience to be president.

Economic Growth Spurs Concerns Over Inflation
With higher than expected economic growth, economists remain concerned about inflation. Some think the economy is facing enough head winds to keep it in check. Others say the strong GDP numbers mean the economy hasn't slowed down enough yet to curb inflation.

FEMA Prepares For Gustav To Hit Gulf Coast
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is focused on dealing with the storm Gustav, which could smash the Gulf Coast as a major hurricane. The head of FEMA is in the region and his boss, Homeland Defense Secretary Michael Chertoff, is going, too.

Obama To Accept Democratic Nomination
Barack Obama officially accepts his party's nomination for president Thursday at Denver's Invesco Field at Mile High. Up to 76,000 people are expected to attend. Democrats want to hear about the party's future. Obama is expected to emphasize his roots.

McCain VP Pick May Steal Obama Thunder
Barack Obama's speech is expected to focus on where he comes from, what he's going to fight for, what he means by change and how he's different from John McCain. But McCain hopes to steal Obama's thunder with an announcement of his vice presidential pick.

In Swing-State Tour, Democrats To Target Economy
Barack Obama and Joe Biden will begin Friday a joint bus trip through the key battleground states of Pennsylvania, Ohio and Michigan, which have been hard hit by the economic downturn. Obama and his running mate will emphasize the economy.

Exports Spur GDP Growth In Second Quarter
The Commerce Department has revised second-quarter growth in gross domestic product to 3.3 percent, up from the previous estimate of 1.9 percent. The rate of increase is the fastest in nearly a year. Higher exports were credited for the increase.

Russia Under Pressure, Has Little World Support
Russia is facing international isolation over this month's attacks in Georgia, and the country failed to enlist the support it wanted from China and a group of former Soviet republics in Central Asia. Moscow has accused NATO of "battleship diplomacy."

Delegates Offer Advice To Boost Obama's Base
During the Democratic National Convention, Obama has benefited by being surrounded by a mostly adoring base. But as the election moves forward, delegates and party leaders say that he needs to extend his message to a broader audience — beginning with his speech on Thursday night at the city's football stadium.

Louisiana Prepares For Hurricane Gustav
Exactly three years after the anniversary of Katrina, Hurricane Gustav is threatening to hit New Orleans. Kenneth Padgett, Jefferson Parish director of emergency services, discusses the lessons learned from Katrina.

Anticipating Obama With A Debate Team
Democratic presidential contender Barack Obama will be giving his big speech on the anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous I Have a Dream speech, meaning the stakes are extremely high. We visit with a local debate team in Denver to see what they are looking for.

Today Marks Dual Landmarks In American History
Sen. Barack Obama makes history tonight when he speaks before the Democratic National Convention as the first black presidential nominee of a major party. But today also marks the 45th anniversary of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s, "I Have a Dream" speech at the March on Washington. Civil rights activist Marian Wright Edelman discusses the significance of both events.

Obama Rewrites History, Clinches Nomination
Sen. Barack Obama made history last night as the first black man to lead a major party's bid for the White House. An emotional day included speeches by former President Bill Clinton, vice presidential candidate Joe Biden and a relinquishing of delegates by former candidate Hillary Clinton. Host Michel Martin gives an update from Denver.

Foreign Press Follows Dems In Denver
Foreign policy experience and expertise is critical to many American voters in choosing a president. In this week's international briefing, hear how the Democratic National Convention (DNC) is being viewed by the foreign press. Jesus Esquivel, of Mexico's Proceso political magazine and John Mulaa from Kenya's East African Standard discuss how media from abroad are being received at the DNC.

Maya Angelou On Possibility Of A Black President
As Democratic Sen. Barack Obama moves forward as the first African-American to serve as a major party presidential nominee, the program continues its series What If?. Author and poet Maya Angelou, a former Hillary Clinton supporter, weighs the meaning of Obama's candidacy.

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