Charlie Crist Tells Democratic Convention Obama 'Saved Florida'

Charlie Crist Tells Democratic Convention Obama 'Saved Florida'

Posted: 09/06/2012 9:02 pm Updated: 09/07/2012 1:29 am

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Charlie Crist, the former Florida governor, said in a DNC speech Thursday he was proud to embrace President Barack Obama.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Former Florida Gov. Charlie Christ played the role of a former opposition party politician who has seen the light on Thursday night, and embraced his infamous hug of President Barack Obama in 2009, which was in many ways the end of his time as a Republican.

But Crist, the 56-year old independent who left the GOP in 2010, said that he had been driven from the party because it is made up of "bullies" and "indebted to billionaires who bankroll their ads" and that Republicans are "allergic to the very idea of compromise."

"I didn't leave the Republican party. It left me," said the perpetually tanned, white-haired lawyer.

Crist referred back to Obama's visit to Fort Myers when the president's 2009 stimulus bill was being debated in Congress. At a rally, Crist –- then running for U.S. Senate as a Republican -– gave Obama a brief hug.

That hug became a rallying cry for Marco Rubio, the state legislator who was an underdog in the Senate race, but who went on to use that moment to cast Crist as out of touch with conservatives. Rubio went on to win the primary.

"I was proud to embrace him," Crist said Thursday night. "Well, that hug caused me more grief from my former party than you can ever imagine."

Crist, of course, was not always so proud of the hug. In September 2009, Crist predicted Obama would lose his reelection bid and said he was like former Democratic President Jimmy Carter. And when Obama visited Florida in late October 2009, as Rubio was making a run at Crist in the primary, Crist avoided the president.

And on Thursday night, he did not use a line that was in his prepared remarks, in which he had planned to say, " "If you see the president before I do, give him a hug for Charlie."

Crist's conversion to supporting Obama is seen by many as a way for him to position himself to run as a Democrat against Florida's current governor, Republican Rick Scott. Similarly, the high-profile former Democrat who spoke at the Republican convention last week, former Rep. Artur Davis of Alabama, is thought to be considering a run for Congress in Virginia as a Republican.

Republicans have reacted with predictable scorn to Crist's latest evolution.

"He's running out of parties to run under," Rubio said last week.

The Florida Republican Party sent a flotilla of tweets Crist's way under the hashtag, #2faceCharlie.

One of their tweets pointed out that Crist has had a habit of having aides place a small fan at his feet during interviews and speeches. A convention staffer on Thursday night put a fan on the stage at the foot of the rostrum before Crist came out, and removed it after he was finished.

And even that did not stop Crist, apparently, from sweating. Adam Smith, the Tampa Bay Times political editor, tweeted that the fan was "not stopping flop sweat."

In addition, as Crist spoke, the Romney campaign sent out a list of five former Obama supporters who are now supporting the Republican nominee, including Davis and former NBA star Greg Anthony.

But Crist did the job that Democrats wanted him to do, telling the national TV cable audience, and voters in his senior-heavy home state of Florida, that Republican nominee Mitt Romney "would break the fundmental promise of Medicare and Social Security."

And Obama's $833 billion stimulus bill, Crist said, "saved Florida."

"I don't agree with Presient Obama about everything. But I've gotten to know him, and I've worked with him, and the choice is crystal clear," Crist said. "I look at President Obama, I see a leader with a cool head, a caring heart and an open mind."
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Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords waves after reciting the Pledge of Allegiance with Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz of Florida at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) says the Pledge of Allegiance on stage with Democratic National Committee Chair, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) (L) during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
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Chair of the Democratic National Committee Debbie Wasserman Schultz (L) and former congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords embrace after Giffords delivered the Pledge of Allegiance at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 6, 2012 on the final day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). US President Barack Obama is expected to accept the nomination from the DNC to run for a second term as president. AFP PHOTO Brendan SMIALOWSKI (Photo credit should read BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP/GettyImages)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) hugs her husband former NASA astronaut Mark Kelly stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) CORRECTION: A previous version of this caption incorrectly listed Giffords as a Democrat from Nevada. She is from Arizona.
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) walks on stage with Democratic National Committee Chair, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) (L) during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) CORRECTION: A previous version of this caption incorrectly listed Giffords as a Democrat from Nevada. She is from Arizona.
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) walks on stage with Democratic National Committee Chair, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) (L) during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) CORRECTION: A previous version of this caption incorrectly listed Giffords as a Democrat from Nevada. She is from Arizona.
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) says the Pledge of Allegiance on stage with Democratic National Committee Chair, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) (R) during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images) CORRECTION: A previous version of this caption incorrectly listed Giffords as a Democrat from Nevada. She is from Arizona.
Scarlett Johansson

Actress Scarlett Johansson addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Scarlett Johansson

Actress Scarlett Johansson addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Kerry Washington

Actress Kerry Washington blows a kiss as she leaves the stage after addressing the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Kerry Washington

Actress Kerry Washington the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Jim Clyburn

Rep. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Rep. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Joe Biden

Vice President Joe Biden looks up at the television monitor as he is nominated for a second term as Vice President during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
Beau Biden

Beau Biden, Attorney General of Delaware and son of Vice President Joe Biden, addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)
Foo Fighters

Foo Fighters perform at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Foo Fighters performs at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Kenyetta Jones leads Ryan Case, Ed Meagher, Lucas Beenken, Rob Hach and Martha Figueroa of the stage at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: Democratic vice presidential candidate, U.S. Vice President Joe Biden and his wife Second lady Dr. Jill Biden watch as their son Attorney General of Delaware Beau Biden speaks during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
Zach Wahls

Zach Wahls addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Zach Wahls

Zach Wahls waves after addressing the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: Mayor of Philadelphia Michael Nutter speaks on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
Tammy Baldwin

Candidate for US Senate Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Candidate for US Senate Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin waves to candidates before her speech at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
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Los Angeles Mayor, Democratic Convention Chair Antonio Villaraigosa speaks at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 6, 2012 on the final day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). US President Barack Obama is expected to accept the nomination from the DNC to run for a second term as president. AFP PHOTO Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/GettyImages)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: DNC Chair Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa speaks on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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Los Angeles Mayor, Democratic Convention Chair Antonio Villaraigosa speaks at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 6, 2012 on the final day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). US President Barack Obama is expected to accept the nomination from the DNC to run for a second term as president. AFP PHOTO Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/GettyImages)
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Chair of the Democratic National Committee Debbie Wasserman Schultz speaks at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 6, 2012 on the final day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). US President Barack Obama is expected to accept the nomination from the DNC to run for a second term as president. AFP PHOTO Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/GettyImages)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: Democratic National Committee Chair, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) speaks on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: Democratic National Committee Chair, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) speaks on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: Democratic National Committee Chair, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL) speaks on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

Singer Mary J. Blige perfroms at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Mary J. Blige

Singer Mary J. Blige preforms during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
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Singer Mary J. Blige performs at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 6, 2012 on the final day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). US President Barack Obama is expected to accept the nomination from the DNC to run for a second term as president. AFP PHOTO Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/GettyImages)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: U.S. Rep. John Lewis (D-GA) waves on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: U.S. Rep. John Lewis (D-GA) speaks on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
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Member of the US House of Representatives, Georgia, John Lewis speaks to the audience at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 6, 2012 on the final day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). US President Barack Obama is expected to accept the nomination from the DNC to run for a second term as president. AFP PHOTO Robyn BECK (Photo credit should read ROBYN BECK/AFP/GettyImages)
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Alejandra Salinas, President of the College Democrats of America, speaks at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 6, 2012 on the final day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). US President Barack Obama is expected to accept the nomination from the DNC to run for a second term as president. AFP PHOTO Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/GettyImages)
Barney Frank

Rep. Barney Frank of Massachusetts holds up the gavel during his address to the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: U.S. Rep. Barney Frank (D-MA) speaks on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: U.S. Rep. Barney Frank (D-MA) kisses his spouse Jim Ready (R) during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: U.S. Rep. Barney Frank (D-MA) speaks on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Obama Accepts Nomination On Final Day Of Democratic National Convention

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 06: U.S. Rep. Barney Frank (D-MA) holds the gavel as he speaks on stage during the final day of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 6, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC, which concludes today, nominated U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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Singer Marc Anthony sings the National Anthem at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 6, 2012 on the final day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). US President Barack Obama is expected to accept the nomination from the DNC to run for a second term as president. AFP PHOTO Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/GettyImages)
James Taylor

Singer James Taylor preforms during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Singer James Taylor performs at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Rep. Donna Edwards of Maryland speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
James Roger

James Roger, CEO of Duke Energy addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Walter Dalton

North Carolina Lt. Gov. Walter Dalton addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Mel Watt

Rep. Mel Watt of North Carolina addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Kay Hagan

Sen. Kay Hagan of North Carolina addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Bill Clinton, Barack Obama

Former President Bill Clinton hugs President Barack Obama after President Obama walked on stage after Clinton's speech the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
Bill Clinton, Barack Obama

Former President Bill Clinton bows as President Barack Obama walks on stage after Clinton's address to the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
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The 42nd President of the United States Bill Clinton and the 44th President of the United States Barack Obama acknowledge tha audience at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 5, 2012 on the second day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). The DNC is expected to nominate US President Barack Obama to run for a second term as president on September 6th. AFP PHOTO Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/GettyImages)
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The 42nd President of the United States Bill Clinton (R) shakes hands with the 44th President Barack Obama at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 5, 2012 on the second day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC). The DNC is expected to nominate US President Barack Obama to run for a second term as president on September 6th. AFP PHOTO Stan HONDA (Photo credit should read STAN HONDA/AFP/GettyImages)
Democratic National Convention: Day 2

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: U.S. President Bill Clinton greets Democratic presidential candidate, U.S. President Barack Obama (L) on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
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US President Barack Obama waves alongside former President Bill Clinton after Clinton's speech during the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, September 5, 2012. AFP PHOTO / Saul LOEB (Photo credit should read SAUL LOEB/AFP/GettyImages)
Democratic National Convention: Day 2

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: U.S. President Bill Clinton stands with Democratic presidential candidate, U.S. President Barack Obama (R) on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Democratic National Convention: Day 2

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: U.S. President Bill Clinton hugs Democratic presidential candidate, U.S. President Barack Obama (R) on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

President Barack Obama, right, and former President Bill Clinton wave to delegates after Clinton's speech to the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Democratic National Convention: Day 2

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: U.S. President Bill Clinton hugs Democratic presidential candidate, U.S. President Barack Obama (R) on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

Former President Bill Clinton addresses the Democratic National Convention as first lady Michelle Obama is projected on the screen behind him in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

Former President Bill Clinton addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Former President Bill Clinton speaks to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

First lady Michelle Obama sits with San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro and his brother Joaquin Castro, center, at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Bill Clinton

Former President Bill Clinton addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Former President Bill Clinton waves to delegates at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Democratic National Convention: Day 2

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton speaks on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
Democratic National Convention: Day 2

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton waves as he takes the stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
Democratic National Convention: Day 2

CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 05: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton speaks on stage during day two of the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena on September 5, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The DNC that will run through September 7, will nominate U.S. President Barack Obama as the Democratic presidential candidate. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

Former President Bill Clinton addresses the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
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The 42nd President of the United States Bill Clinton addresses the