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Minnesota State flag is once again at the forefront of history making its presence felt as it plays host to the 2008 Republican National Convention. Of subsequent forays into national politics, John McCain will accept the party's mandate as official candidate and should he win, he will be the oldest President ever, serving his first term in office.
Of equal stature will be his rival, Barack Obama who will be the first black President if elected, being also the first African-American official party candidate of the Democrats. This will be a toss-up of many firsts, as we delve into the first decade of the new millennium.
The official venue of the 2008 RNC will be the Saint Paul's Xcel Energy Center from September 1-4. It is expected that over 45,000 Republican delegates will flock to the Center, composed mostly of alternate delegates, volunteers, members of media, and various party guests. Out of this convention, Minneapolis-St. Paul will be recipient of a positive economic boost estimated at 150-160million dollars.
The state of Minnesota covers 225,171 square kilometers and a vibrant population of 5,059,375, and is the northernmost of the lower 48 states. The Great Lakes of Minnesota provides accessible waterway to the Atlantic Ocean, and the Mississippi River that emanates from here is the vital link that connects to the Gulf of Mexico.
Although agriculture mainly revved up the economy, Minnesota (mid west) has now become a magnet for high-tech industries, while the 15,000 lakes attract summer visitors.
This should be a plus to the thousand of delegates that will come for the Republican Party Convention, as they will be treated to the best amenities this side of the country.
by:
The Flagman
