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Scorecard: Fourth-Night Speeches
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Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore reacts to the crowd on the final day of the 2008 Democratic National Convention on Aug. 28

Al Gore

Grade: A
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Exhibited every one of the public speaking skills he has honed since he went from being a politician to a super-activist. Relaxed, funny, and totally aware of how to work the stadium crowd, he found a very solid balance between building up Obama and running down Bush-McCain. Stuck to big issues and big themes, making his speech seem not just engaging but important. Reaffirmed his status as a leader who unites the Democratic Party: Bill Clinton's level of experience without the controversy.

— by Mark Halperin

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