Democratic National Convention 2012

We bring you some of the sounds from right outside of the convention center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Senator Carl Levin of Michigan joins us to talk about the economy and how it will impact the president’s re-election bid.

Nascar has a big presence here in Charlotte. But the racing industry is struggling.

Think Charlotte, and you think banking. But some in the business community say innovation, new energy and high tech will soon drive the region.

We came across a not-for-profit restaurant in Charlotte that raises questions about separation of church and state and the role of government in charities.

Republican strategist Alex Castellanos said that Bill Clinton’s speech “will be the moment that probably re-elected Barack Obama,” but the Romney campaign had another view. We review the speech and look forward to President Obama’s speech tonight.

We’ll hear a Charlotte, North Carolina soundtrack — including everyone from R&B artist Anthony Hamilton to Cledus T. Judd.

President Obama made 508 promises during the 2008 campaign, how many did he keep?

We met up with a number of young veterans who are starting everything from brewing companies to veteran education initiatives.

Bill Clinton is on the agenda for the DNC tonight, ahead of President Obama’s speech Thursday when he’ll accept the party’s nomination.