Eye on the Conventions: This Week, the Republicans

Source: AARP Bulletin Today | September 6, 2008

Meet Jo Ann Davidson

Age 80
Residence Reynoldsburg, Ohio
Profession Political and public relations consultant
Party position Republican National Committee co-chair
Favorite political memories 1994 Republican takeover of the Ohio House; first political convention in 1976
What I’ll do for fun in St. Paul Visit historic sights, shop downtown
Candidate committed to McCain
Most important election issue Jobs and the economy
Favorite pastime Traveling abroad, walking, bicycling
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Meet Eugene Jorissen

Age 65
Residence Ludington, Mich.
Profession Retired middle-school social studies teacher, township supervisor
Party position Member, Mason County Executive Board
Favorite political memory His dad unexpectedly winning election as county clerk
What I’ll do for fun in St. Paul Attend a veterans event
Candidate committed to John McCain
Most important election issue Iraq, taxes
Favorite pastime Vegetable gardening, golf
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Wrap Up: Ready for the Homestretch

Jo Ann Davidson would like to get in a week’s break before hitting the campaign trail for John McCain and Sarah Palin, but she’s not sure that’s possible. More>>

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Wrap Up: Practicing His Lines

Eugene Jorissen left the Republican National Convention fired up about the McCain-Palin ticket. He's ready to spread the news about what a strong team the GOP put together. More>>