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Xcel Center Stage May Get Makeover for McCain Speech

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008

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The Hill: Aides say the Arizonan may be surrounded by delegates during his speech Thursday instead of standing in front of a giant screen with an American flag.

Suggests the GOP is considering how to make the stage/podium more appealing for TV following Obama's acceptance speech at an outdoor football stadium.

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