Headline Roundup • February 12th, 2015
DNC Picks Philly
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Politico
Philadelphia has been chosen as the host city of the 2016 Democratic National Convention, party officials announced Thursday.
The decision is a huge disappointment for New York City, where Mayor Bill de Blasio had made a major effort to land the convention for Brooklyn. The city had put together a rich financial package to lure the Democratic National Committee.
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The Democrats’ other finalist city was Columbus, Oh
Washington Times
It’s official: Philadelphia will play the host city to the Democratic National Convention in July 2016, a source told CNN.
“I am thrilled to announce that Philadelphia will host the convention where will nominate the 45th president of the United States,” said DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz in an emailed statement. “In addition to their commitment to a seamless and safe convention, Philadelphia’s deep rooted place in American history provides a perfect setting for this special gathering.”
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Democrats will host the 2016 Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, CNN reported Thursday.
Leading up to the decision, Philadelphia was one of three cities -- including New York and Columbus, Ohio -- vying for the opportunity to host.
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, chair of the DNC, announced in a Thursday statement that the committee had signed a final contract with Philadelphia earlier that morning.
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