“Democrats flocking to their national convention will spend this week hobnobbing in Charlotte, N.C., with lobbyists, special interest groups and wealthy donors, just days after Republicans hosted their own party of all political parties in Tampa, Fla.
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“In Charlotte, as in Tampa, behind-the-scenes receptions and other exclusive events allow the political elite to mingle with donors and special interests in a way that’s remarkable even by Washingtonstandards. Dozens of events are happening and scores of donors, lobbyists and corporate heads are mingling and sipping adult beverages in a loosely regulated setting.”
