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Did Obama's appeal to the nation for a second term resonate? How did Democrats rebut Republican attacks? Plus what was Bill Clinton's ultimate contribution to the convention? Also, did Friday's job numbers boost or quell Obama's post-convention shine? Joining Gwen: Dan Balz, The Washington Post; Peter Baker, The New York Times; Michael Duffy, TIME Magazine; Jeanne Cummings, Bloomberg News.

On the Webcast Extra: How did past political conventions compare to this year? Did both parties use their prime time effectively? Did their message reach independents?

In the Washington Week Election 2012 Town Hall: Gwen and the panel talk with citizens and voters at University of North Carolina Charlotte, in North Carolina, about the 2012 presidential campaign. How does North Carolina sit as a battleground state months before the election? What are they expecting from the Democrats as they descend on Charlotte for their convention?

Special Washington Week from Charlotte, North Carolina: Did Mitt Romney fulfill expectations at Republican National Convention? Plus what affect did Clint Eastwood's unscripted speech have? Also, we preview the Democratic National Convention. Joining Gwen: �Jeff Zeleny, New York Times; Karen Tumulty, Washington Post; Alexis Simendinger, Real Clear Politics; John Hardwood of CNBC / New York Times.

A Special Washington Week from St. Petersburg, Florida ahead of the Republican National Convention. How did the Mitt Romney campaign attempt to remain on-topic amidst the Todd Akin debacle? Why are the candidates sparring over Medicare again? Joining Gwen: Dan Balz, Washington Post; Beth Reinhard, National Journal; John Dickerson, Slate and CBS News; Amy Walter of ABC News.

In the Washington Week Election 2012 Town Hall: Gwen and the panel talk with~communities~in St. Petersburg, FL about the 2012 presidential campaign. How do Floridians cope with being a swing state? And what do they expect as the 2012 Republican Convention descends on nearby Tampa?

On the Webcast Extra: how voter laws in Pennsylvania and Ohio may influence the election. Also, how Democrats are using the Paul Ryan vice presidential pick in swing Senate races to court older, white voters. Plus, crowd sizes at political rallies.

Mitt Romney's campaign was energized after the announcement his running mate, Rep. Paul Ryan. Also this week, both campaigns attacked each other on policy and character. So, what will Paul Ryan's influence be on the direction of election? Joining Gwen: Jackie Calmes, The New York Times; Alexis Simendinger, RealClearPolitics; John Harris, POLITICO.

On the Webcast Extra: With less than 90 days until the Presidential election, some big landmarks are coming up. The Presidential and VP debates will be closely watched, with the potential to reach the largest number of voters. Will Sarah Palin have a role for the GOP? Plus, what speakers will be featured at the Republican and Democratic National Conventions?

New polls show that the presidential race is as close as ever. Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama campaign in key swing states as the campaigns and super PACs release more controversial advertisements. Also, when will Romney pick his running mate? Joining Gwen: Jeff Zeleny, The New York Times; Beth Reinhard, National Journal; John Harwood, CNBC and The New York Times.