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Presidential Primaries: Why We Need a Better Way to Pick Nominees

-Robert Schmuhl

The state-vs.-state nominating system is chaotic. A methodical, rational process would involve more voters in the choice of presidential candidates.

Harvey Gantt to Shape Charlotte's Plan for Democratic National Convention in 2012

-Mary C. Curtis

Gantt served as mayor of Charlotte from 1983 to 1987 and twice ran unsuccessfully for the U.S. Senate against Republican Jesse Helms.

Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx Juggles 2012 DNC -- and Everything Else

-Mary C. Curtis

Foxx has to handle routine issues like city water rates and taxi contracts still -- while at the same time leading the the charge in raising $40 million for the all-eyes-on-Charlotte convention.

How Do N.C. Republicans View Democrats' 2012 Charlotte Convention?

-Mary C. Curtis

Republicans backed bringing the convention to Charlotte, but if Democrats chose the city to signal their intention to run a competitive campaign in the South, GOP leaders say they relish the fight.

Democrats Pick Charlotte: Southern Charm Meets Political Steel

-Mary C. Curtis

Charlotte aced out St. Louis to host the 2012 Democratic National Convention due in large part to its economic success story.

Charlotte a Step Closer to Bringing 2012 Democratic Convention South?

-Mary C. Curtis

Charlotte, N.C. is competing with three Midwestern cities for the 2012 Democratic National Convention. Will Democrats head South in a bid to cut into GOP territory?

Can Charlotte Regain Its New South Swagger With 2012 Democratic Convention?

-Mary C. Curtis

Hurt by the financial crisis, the second largest banking center in the U.S. after New York could use the money and publicity generated by a national political convention.

Four Cities in the Running for 2012 Democratic Convention

-Christopher Weber

Charlotte, N.C., Cleveland, Minneapolis and St. Louis will compete to host the 2012 Democratic Convention.

Al and Tipper Gore Split After 40 Years of Marriage

-Annie Groer

The former vice president and his wife told friends via e-mail that they've come to a "very mutual and mutually supportive decision" to part.

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