11.   The Democrats are using their convention to trumpet their pro-environment platform and other issues that resonate with young voters.

12.   The convention also was used by at least one congressional candidate to try out campaign themes.

13.   The NRA also will use the convention to launch a magazine called the American Guardian.

14.   They are gifted and well-coached mimics, using technical conventions to suggest experiences they may not have had.

15.   Though snubbed by Romney when the gubernatorial candidate endorsed Healey, Rappaport used the convention to display the results of six months of active campaigning and a solid organization.

16.   Apple used the convention to announce new software and telephone hotlines meant to make it easier for Asian buyers of its computers to tap into the Internet.

17.   Both parties used their conventions to court top donors, with receptions funded through corporate donations and lobbyists mingling with lawmakers overseeing their issues.

18.   But they may only use the convention to gain more public support.

19.   From the sidelines in Florida, President Clinton accused Republicans of using their convention in Philadelphia to deceive the public.

20.   In talk show appearances Sunday, Lieberman said he would use the convention to renew his call for less violence and sex in public entertainment.