Houston Democrats

Mehlman's focus was a plea to the delegates to give the Republican Party "a chance" to show their compassion, their ability to create jobs, and funnel money into faith based organizations. He received a polite reception but there were groans when he stated that aid to Africa for AIDS was doubled under Bush. (not true)

Dean on the other hand was absolutely on fire. He criticized Mehlman and the RNC for their lack of family values and went on to express the Democratic party's idea of family values. Jobs that paid fair wages and provided health care. Children with health care. Seniors who do not have to choose between food and prescription medicine. Truth and honesty in our government. And not sending our kids to war based upon lies to the American public.

He said the RNC should apologize for the treatment of the black community in Ohio many who were disenfranchised in the 2004 election.

He talked about no longer focusing on just the battleground states, but on 50 states, in every county, and every precinct. He said that 38% of the Black vote is in the southern states and the party will not give up on them. He discussed his plans to achieve this and how the party will once again reach out to the Black community, as well as all Americans.

Unilike Mehlman, Howard Dean received a standing ovation with loud applause. He stayed for pictures and discussion with members afterwards.

Mehlman was later spotted in the bar with his staff chasing women.

[OK. That last sentence really didnt happen, but it was funny anyway.]