Hey Democratic National Convention obsessives… after much hassle, I made it to the convention hall here in Denver. They do not make it easy.

You have to go across this river to get to the Pepsi Center from downtown Denver, but it is not at all clear how this may be accomplished. I went to the regular bridge, but it was closed. Then I was directed to a street that leads to a pedestrian bridge, which has this helpful sign posted at the intersection:

But thru it I went, and after some security lines (no bottled liquids allowed—just like the airport!), I made it here.

This by way of apology: I’m supposed to write a quick-turn piece for the print edition, like, now. The early speakers aren’t too exciting, anyway.

But coming up when I get the chance: Michelle Obama makes a surprise appearance at the LGBT luncheon headlined by Barney Frank! And I’m told by a 43rd District Obama delegate that Hillary Clinton’s address to an Emily’s List reception is inspiring and effective. Hillary will be addressing the convention at about 7 or 7:30 Seattle time. I’ll be LiveSlogging it once again.