1. Timeless words from Mrs Trump
In her razzle-dazzle address to the Republican convention last night, Melania Trump spoke lines borrowed from Michelle Obama’s speech at the 2008 Democratic convention. The Trump camp floated various explanations.
‘Her own thinking’
In writing her beautiful speech, Melania’s team of writers took notes on her life’s inspirations, and in some instances included fragments that reflected her own thinking. Melania’s immigrant experience and love for America shone through in her speech, which made it such a success.
– Trump campaign statement
Summary
This is, once again, an example of when a woman threatens Hillary Clinton, how she seeks out to demean her and take her down. It’s not going to work.
– Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort
Summary
These are values, Republican values by the way, of hard work, determination, family values, dedication and respect, and that’s Melania Trump. This concept that Michelle Obama invented the English language is absurd.
– Spokeswoman Katrina Pierson
High marks for 'demeanor'
It was truly an honor to introduce my wife, Melania. Her speech and demeanor were absolutely incredible. Very proud! #GOPConvention
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) July 19, 2016
The Melania Trump Rickroll
I've watched this ten times I think https://t.co/u6iCu5XudW
— Ryan Grim (@ryangrim) July 19, 2016
2. Trump to be nominated
Donald Trump was to be officially nominated for president at the Cleveland convention tonight, with House speaker Paul Ryan presiding and Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell on hand to clap.
Short history of political plagiarism
3. Christie, Carson, Trump kids to speak
The convention’s star-studded evening program was to feature governor Chris Christie, retired surgeon Ben Carson, Tiffany Trump and Donald Trump, Jr. Also actor Kimberlin Brown, whose TV credits include The Young and the Restless.
4. Bush frets: was I it?
“I’m worried that I will be the last Republican president,” former president George W Bush told former aides at a staff reunion in April, according to Politico.
Bush wonders if there is another
... and another thing:
Couldn't resist the opportunity to throw out an obscure #spinaltap reference during my mic check. #hellocleveland pic.twitter.com/MMd1ktllT6
— Donald Trump Jr. (@DonaldJTrumpJr) July 19, 2016
