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Democrats turn their roll call into a dance party with celebrities, state-specific songs and Lil Jon

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CHICAGO (AP) — Convention roll call votes can be staid and cheesy, but Democrats turned theirs into the ultimate dance party on Tuesday. DJ Cassidy stood onstage in what appeared to be a double-breasted satin suit of royal blue, spinning a special song for each state and territory awarding their del…

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  1. The Hill

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    CHICAGO (AP) — Convention roll call votes can be staid and cheesy, but Democrats turned theirs into the ultimate dance party on Tuesday. DJ Cassidy stood onstage in what appeared to be a double-breasted satin suit of royal blue, spinning a special song for each state and territory awarding their del…

  2. The Boston Globe

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    Democrats were determined to put the party in political party, part of their broader effort to project joy and positive energy even as they issue dire warnings about the need to beat Republican nominee Donald Trump.

  3. KOB 4

    Democrats set their convention roll call to a soundtrack. Here’s how each song fits each state (opens KOB 4)

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    The traditional roll call at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago became a boisterous dance party, with each state’s delegation announcing their votes for presidential nominee Kamala Harris to a song befitting their state. Tuesday's musical nods were mostly obvious.

  4. Daily Progress

    The DNC roll call was set to a soundtrack. Here’s how each song fits each state (opens Daily Progress)

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    The traditional roll call at the Democratic National Convention became a boisterous dance party, with each state’s delegation announcing their votes for Kamala Harris to a song befitting their state.

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