Politics | Barack Obama Kennedy Speech Among 5 Things to See at DNC Watch for Clinton supporters, Jesse Jackson By Ambreen Ali Posted Aug 25, 2008 5:28 PM CDT Copied Eufaula Frazier of Miami participates in the Democratic National Convention in Denver, Monday, Aug. 25, 2008. (AP Photo) Here's what to watch at the Democratic National Convention tonight, Politico reports: Ted Kennedy, still recovering from surgery, "is definitely speaking tonight," one Dem said, and plans a memorable torch-passing to Barack Obama. Michelle Obama will try to sell herself as a strong but inoffensive first lady; whether America buys it may determine how she is used on the trail. Patriotism—will it be overkill? Organizers have dubbed Obama's life "A Very American Story" and lined up Republican ex-lawmaker Jim Leach to battle accusations of Obama's "otherness." Hillary Clinton's 1,800-plus supporters will be there, but their behavior remains to be seen. Clinton has cut a deal to sway their votes to Obama, but will they sneer or be stoic? Jesse Jackson won't speak tonight, but he'll be there—and with the tension between him and Obama, he's likely worth watching. Read These Next Viking Cruises likes to say no. It's paid off. Angel Reese is in hot water with her own team. A pastor's dream factored in the discovery of hiker's remains. Pilot who tried to cut engines won't be going to state prison. Report an error