Historians

Obama compared to Stevenson. Yes, a well-meaning fellow. Stevenson was at least sensible, if ineffectual.

A coherent convention? That is, wholly liberal?

Peniel Joseph of Brandeis -- He says delegates have "come to Jesus" and will be voting for Barack. Unfortunate metaphor.

Brooks points out that veep pick doesn't matter all that much.

Brooks on Romney: bad choice, because they just don't like each other.