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Ann Richards of Texas delivered the keynote address to delegates at the Democratic National Convention.

Governor Richards, Mr. Wright, and members of the Texas Democratic delegation talked among themselves, ate, danced, and drank at Lincoln Center to celebrate the beginning of the Democratic N…

The opening of the 1988 Democratic National Convention. Note: There were broadcasting problems from the convention center during the program.

Democratic presidential nominee spoke at the closing of the 1988 Democratic National Convention. Mr. Dukakis had just received the party’s nomination. Following his speech Kitty Dukakis join…

Speakers talked about the issues that are part of the Democratic party’s platform.

The opening speeches for the Democratic National Convention. There were brief technical difficulties at the beginning of the program.

Senator Edward Kennedy’s speech included the reasons why the Democratic party must and will win the 1988 presidential election.

Following remarks, Reverend Billy Graham conducted the invocation for the evening’s convention.

Speakers addressed the national delegates.

Speakers addressed the national convention.

The Democratic National Convention continued with further introductions and the presentation of a video tribute to former President Jimmy Carter, who spoke next.

The Democratic National Convention continued with welcoming remarks by Democratic dignitaries.

The Democratic National Convention continued with preliminary remarks by party officials.

The first day of the Democratic National Convention ended with an invocation and celebrations.

The Democratic National Convention continued with reports from party officials and the election of officers.

Rep. Wright introduced the Democratic Party video.