Convention Day 4: Open Thread

I’m posting this from the floor of the 2008 Democratic National Convention at Invecso Field.

Comment away.

Update: Flood watch affecting 5 Freeway north of LA until early Friday evening caused by persistent downpours
5 Freeway north of LA is included in an updated flood watch issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. The watch is in effect until Friday Dec. 26, at 4 p.m.
JJ Redick delivers blunt criticism of Lakers’ defensive effort
Redick says the Lakers struggle to keep up with younger, faster teams after their defense looked lethargic in Tuesday night’s loss to the Suns.
Rams expect to open practice window for Quentin Lake next week
He went on injured reserve after dislocating his left elbow in the Rams' Week 11 win over the Seahawks.
Chargers turn to Troy Dye after Denzel Perryman’s suspension is upheld
Perryman was penalized for unnecessary roughness and then suspended two games for a helmet-to-helmet tackle Sunday.
Heavy rains lead to 5 Freeway closure in the San Fernando Valley
A Christmas storm that drenched Los Angeles on Wednesday led to the partial closure of the 5 freeway in the San Fernando Valley area, according to CalTrans.