THE SECOND NIGHT: AUGUST 1, 2000

The NewsHour Coverage

Newsmaker: Sen. John McCain
The former presidential candidate discusses his support for the Republican ticket and campaign finance reform.

Foreign Policy History
An examination of foreign policy's role in previous elections.

The 1st Hour of the Convention

A McCain Senator
An Ohio Republican speaks about his support of the Arizona senator.

Gerald Ford
The GOP honors former president, Gerald Ford.

Former Senator Bob Dole
The 1996 GOP nominee calls for the restoration of American leadership.

The 2nd Hour of the Convention

A McCain Delegate
A self-proclaimed "McCainiac" talks about her candidate.

The Security Debate
Three issue experts discuss the military and foreign policy issues.

General Norman Schwarzkopf
The former leader of the Gulf War forces discusses the importance of the military.

The Final Hour of the Convention

Bush Family Tribute
With a video presentation and speech from Barbara Bush, the GOP convention honors the former president.

Condoleezza Rice
Foreign policy adviser discusses Bush's experience.

John McCain Speech: Part I
The Arizona senator honors the courage of patriots and America's purpose.

John McCain Speech: Part II
The former candidate discusses the need to support Gov. George Bush.

Assessing McCain's Speech
Historians and experts assess John McCain's influence.