Columbus Finalist For Democratic Convention

Columbus is a finalist for the 2016 Democratic National Convention, along with New York and Philadelphia. The statement follows site visits by the DNC’s Technical Advisory Group to five cities. DNC Chair Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schutlz wrote in an email, "We are fortunate to have such a diverse and vibrant group of cities interested in hosting this special event and we thank Phoenix and Birmingham for showcasing their special communities. We look forward to working with Columbus, New York, and Philadelphia as we go forward.” In addition to announcing the three finalists, the DNC released the potential weeks for the convention: July 18, July 25, and August 22. The final city and date will be revealed early next year.