Republican National Convention

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. -- Republican Gov. Jim Douglas addressed the Massachusetts delegation to the Republican National Convention Thursday, applauding the Wednesday night presentation given by vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin and expressing optomism for the GOP's chance in November.

"(Palin) is going to bring a great deal of enthusiasm to the Republican team, and I am very optomistic about what the fall portends," Douglas said.

MINNEAPOLIS -- The Vermont delegation held a joint breakfast with the Maine delegation Tuesday morning, where five surrogates for John McCain spoke.

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MINNEAPOLIS -- Two delegates from Vermont characterized the Republican presidential ticket as one representing strength, courage and strong family values here at the Republican National Convention Tuesday.

Both women watched five surrogates for John McCain speak at the a joint breakfast with the Vermont and Maine delegations.

There, Carly Fiorina, a senior McCain aide and former Hewlett Packard CEO, said the Republican candidate will attract those who supported Hillary Clinton in the Democratic primary. McCain’s son, Andy, talked about his dad’s personality.

Former Social Security Commissioner Dorcas Hardy said McCain will bring the necessary reforms to the way government does business. Two veterans talked about McCain’s war experience.