Laura Bush had the featured speaking spot on the second night of the convention. As always, she handled herself with elegance and class. And unlike her counterpart, Teresa Heinz Kerry, Mrs. Bush used her entire speech to talk about her husband. Laura Bush was actually introduced by the President who appeared live via sattelite. It was inspiring to see the first couple's genuine love and admiration for each other. It's also refreshing to see her love for her in-laws, George H.W. and Barbara. Barbara Bush was actually holding a hand-painted poster-board that read, "I 'heart' Laura."
But, the star of the night was California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. The Governator was hilarious and inspiring. He spent a great deal of time talking about his time growing up under Communist rule and how he chose to be a Republican because the GOP did not stand for socialist economic policies. My favorite part of the speech was when the Governator said, "To those critics who are so pessimistic about our economy, I say: 'Don't be economic girlie men!'"
