CHICAGO, Sept. 2, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- On Monday afternoon, First Lady Michelle Obama will travel to Charlotte, North Carolina for the 2012 Democratic National Convention. The First Lady will speak on the opening evening of the Convention and will attend various events throughout the week, including speaking at Caucus meetings and participating in a service project.
To request press credentials to cover the First Lady at a Caucus event, you must RSVP Patrick Rodenbush at rodenbushp@dnc.org by Monday, September 3rd at 5:00 PM EDT.
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TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 4
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10:35 PM EDT:
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First Lady Michelle Obama Speaks at the Democratic National Convention
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Location: Time Warner Cable Arena
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Charlotte, NC
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MEDIA: This event is open press for pre-credentialed media only.
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WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 5
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10:50 AM EDT:
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First Lady Michelle Obama Speaks at the African American Caucus Meeting
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Location: Charlotte Convention Center
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Charlotte, NC
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MEDIA: Space is limited and to request credentials for this event you must RSVP to Patrick Rodenbush at rodenbushp@dnc.org by Monday, September 3rd at 5:00 PM EDT. Credentialed media will receive a follow-up confirmation email with logistical information.
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11:20 AM EDT:
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First Lady Michelle Obama Speaks at the Hispanic Caucus Meeting
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Location: Charlotte Convention Center
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Charlotte, NC
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MEDIA: Space is limited and to request credentials for this event you must RSVP to Patrick Rodenbush at rodenbushp@dnc.org by Monday, September 3rd at 5:00 PM EDT. Credentialed media will receive a follow-up confirmation email with logistical information.
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12:40 PM EDT:
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First Lady Michelle Obama Delivers Remarks at the Human Rights Campaign/Victory Fund Luncheon Honoring LGBT Elected Officials
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Location: Marriott City Center
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Raleigh, NC
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*Due to space limitations, this event will be pooled press. For further information, please contact Charlie Joughin at the Human Rights Campaign at Charles.Joughin@hrc.org.
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Evening:
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First Lady Michelle Obama Attends Democratic National Convention Evening Program
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Location: Time Warner Cable Arena
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Charlotte, NC
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MEDIA: This event is open press for pre-credentialed media only.
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THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 6
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Morning:
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First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden Participate in USO Service Project
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Location: Charlotte Convention Center
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Charlotte, NC
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Details: The First Lady and Dr. Biden will help pack care packages containing comfort items like shampoo, razors and wash cloths for service members returning from overseas deployments who often don't have access to these types of items on their first nights back in the United States. The service project, organized in cooperation with the USO of North Carolina, is part of the 2012 Democratic National Convention's commitment to service and active participation in the local community. In March 2012, the Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) announced the "2,012 Hours for DNCC 2012" program, a commitment by the DNCC staff to perform at least 2,012 hours of service before the start of the convention.
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MEDIA: Space is limited and to request credentials for this event you must RSVP to press@demconvention.com by Monday, September 3rd at 5:00 PM EDT. Credentialed media will receive a follow-up confirmation email with logistical information.
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11:35 AM EDT:
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First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden Speak at the Women's Caucus Meeting
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Location: Charlotte Convention Center
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Charlotte, NC
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MEDIA: Space is limited and to request credentials for this event you must RSVP to Patrick Rodenbush at rodenbushp@dnc.org by Monday, September 3rd at 5:00 PM EDT. Credentialed media will receive a follow-up confirmation email with logistical information.
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Evening:
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First Lady Michelle Obama Attends DNCC Evening Program
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Location: Bank of America Stadium
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Charlotte, NC
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MEDIA: This event is open press for pre-credentialed media only.
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If you received this message in error and wish to be removed from this list, please contact the Obama for America Press Office at 312-985-1198 or press@barackobama.com.
CONTACT: First Lady Press Office: (312) 985-1900
SOURCE 2012 Democratic National Convention Committee
