In Plankexercise: US Political Party Conventions: From Backdoor Deals to Media Showcases

Over 2,000 delegates from the Democratic and Republican parties will be attending national party conventions over the next few weeks. Millions of voters are expected to view the televised events, which are meant to convey an image of party unity. Reporter William Eagle takes a look at how they have evolved since their beginnings nearly 180 years ago. Today, some observers see the U.S. political pa ...Plankexercise