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Conventions Week: Seven Weird Conventions Moments (Part One)

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Unveiling the Absurd: Chaotic Moments at Historical Conventions

This chapter delves into the eccentric and tumultuous moments of historical political conventions, from a heatwave-induced crisis in New York City to the antics of the first televised convention in 1948. It reveals the odd and often comedic nature of these gatherings, spotlighting the unpredictability that characterizes political events.

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