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| − | The '''Republican National Convention''' is a convention held to officially nominate the [[Republican]] candidates for [[President]] and [[Vice President]]. As such, it is held every four years, in the summer before a presidential election. It lasts about 4 days on average, and features speeches from prominent Republicans or other Conservatives. | + | The '''Republican National Convention''' is a convention held to officially nominate the [[Republican]] candidates for [[President]] and [[Vice President of the United States of America|Vice President]]. As such, it is held every four years, in the summer before a presidential election. It lasts about 4 days on average, and features speeches from prominent Republicans or other Conservatives. |
The Republican National Convention also considers and approves the official platform for the [[Republican Party]]. | The Republican National Convention also considers and approves the official platform for the [[Republican Party]]. | ||
Revision as of 18:05, July 7, 2009
The Republican National Convention is a convention held to officially nominate the Republican candidates for President and Vice President. As such, it is held every four years, in the summer before a presidential election. It lasts about 4 days on average, and features speeches from prominent Republicans or other Conservatives.
The Republican National Convention also considers and approves the official platform for the Republican Party.
The 2000 convention was held in Philadelphia, PA. The 2004 Convention was held in New York City, New York, and the 2008 Convention was held in Minneapolis, Minnesota.