A two-day convention is underway, with many speakers scheduled to address the event before it ends tonight. Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson is among those set to speak. NPR's Tamara Keith provided analysis of the convention's first day.
The event has key takeaways from its initial day, which have been discussed. Further details about the convention and its speakers are available, including a breakdown of the events from NPR's Tamara Keith.
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