DENVER—Democratic Party officials announced the names of 14 “everyday Americans” Friday who will speak during the first three nights of the national convention next week.
The party released the following descriptions. Except as noted, no hometowns were given.
MONDAY
Theme: “One Nation.”
Mike Fisher of Indiana, an Amtrak mechanic concerned about being laid off, and his wife, Cheryl Fisher.
Margie Perez of Louisiana, who moved into a Habitat for Humanity home in New Orleans after her house was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina.
Candi Schmieder of Iowa, who became a precinct captain after hearing Barack Obama’s speech at the 2004 convention.
TUESDAY
Theme: “Renewing America’s Promise.”
Pauline Beck of California, a home health-care worker.
Pamella Cash-Roper of North Carolina, who had no health insurance when she and her husband had severe and costly health problems.
David Gipp of North Dakota, who has worked to develop tribal colleges.
Robin Golden of Michigan, who is losing his job because a factory’s work is being moved to Mexico.
Katherine Marcano of Iowa, who works full time, attends college, provides health insurance for a sister and was displaced by this summer’s flooding.
WEDNESDAY
Theme: “Securing America’s Future.”
Mark Docherty of Michigan, a firefighter and Army veteran.
Michele Jones of Washington, an Army veteran.
Beth Robinson of Virginia, who is married to an active-duty Marine and has multiple sclerosis.
Xiomara Rodriguez of Nevada, a Coast Guard veteran and small-business owner.
Michael Wilson of Florida, a Republican and an Air Force veteran who served as medic in Iraq.
