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Campaign 2008

Cops and cameras outnumber protesters in Denver

August 26, 2008

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The Democratic National Convention in Denver enters its second day today. Yesterday, rumors of a planned protest near the Denver Mint began to spread through the media.

Minnesota Public Radio News Cut blogger Bob Collins observed that law enforcement -- and the media -- quickly outnumbered the protesters.

Collins has covered a number of national political conventions over the years and brings a unique perspective to this year's party gatherings. He talked with Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer from Denver.

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