Networks all broadcast from Denver, which dominated the programs.
ABC: Said “every other word is unity” at the convention. Said Obama addressed an unenthusiastic crowd in Iowa, and made a phone call to a voter's skeptical husband. Package on Ted Kennedy. Stephanopoulos said there will not be a full roll call. Interview with Gov. Ritter and turning Colorado blue. At the end of the show, more on Michelle Obama at the end, including word that her mother narrated the biographical video and her brother will introduce her.
CBS: About two-thirds of the show devoted to the convention. Recapped the day in Denver, Iowa and Arizona. Long, positive bio piece called Michelle Obama "a polished advocate" for her husband, and a look at Kennedy's career. Howard Dean gave Couric a tour of the Pepsi Center, said fireworks, not eco-unfriendly balloons will be used to celebrate at the end of the convention.
NBC: Said "all is not running entirely smoothly behind the scenes" due to tension with Clinton supporters. Chuck Todd said the rift is being overplayed, and the media is probably spending too much time on it. Package covered McCain's day including Daddy Yankee endorsement, said he is not willing to let this week go. Later, package on security in "Fortress Denver." And a look at Obama's to-do list, including defining himself, McCain, and change for voters.
