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Thursday, August 14, 2008 11:51 AM
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Emily Bazelon
When the idea of a roll call for Hillary's delegates at the Democratic convention was first raised last spring, I thought it sounded silly—all empty symbolism and no gain. But last weekend, when I read Michelle Cottle's op-ed arguing in favor, I found myself convinced. The threat of revolt is over. Why not recognize Hillary's backers by giving her supporters their moment in Denver to flex her political muscles and demonstrate the support she amassed? Now the NYT is reporting that's the plan. I hope it makes HIllary supporters feel like they've given her a parting loyalty gift. And I confess this is one scripted moment I want to watch unfold, too, as all those people raise their hands or voices or however it works when a woman's name is called for the presidential nomination. Symbolic doesn't actually have to mean empty.
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