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2016 Democratic convention to be held right after GOP gathering

Confetti fills the hall after President Obama spoke at the Democratic National Convention.
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Confetti fills the hall after President Obama spoke at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
President Obama on stage after speaking at the Democratic National Convention.
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President Obama on stage after speaking at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
President Obama's family arrives on stage after he spoke at the Democratic National Convention.
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President Obama’s family arrives on stage after he spoke at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
President Obama and family wave to the crowd at the Democratic National Convention.
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President Obama and family wave to the crowd at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama acknowledge the crowd at the Democratic National Convention.
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President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama acknowledge the crowd at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Democrats cheer Vice President Joe Biden's address at the Democratic National Convention.
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Democrats cheer Vice President Joe Biden’s address at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
President Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, family members and others gather near the end of the Democratic National Convention.
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President Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, family members and others gather near the end of the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
The Obama family gathers onstage near the end of the Democratic National Convention.
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The Obama family gathers onstage near the end of the Democratic National Convention.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
President Obama embraces wife Michelle before speaking at the Democratic National Convention.
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President Obama embraces wife Michelle before speaking at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
President Obama speaks at the Democratic National Convention.
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President Obama speaks at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
President Obama speaks at the Democratic National Convention.
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President Obama speaks at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Delegates cheer President Obama at the Democratic National Convention.
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Delegates cheer President Obama at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
President Obama speaks at the Democratic National Convention.
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President Obama speaks at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
President Obama speaks at the Democratic National Convention.
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President Obama speaks at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Vice President Joe Biden speaks at the Democratic National Convention.
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Vice President Joe Biden speaks at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Vice President Joe Biden speaks at the Democratic National Convention.
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Vice President Joe Biden speaks at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Vice President Joe Biden is joined onstage by his wife, Jill, after his speech at the Democratic National Convention.
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Vice President Joe Biden is joined onstage by his wife, Jill, after his speech at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Delegates cheer at the Democratic National Convention.
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Delegates cheer at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, enters to speak to delegates at the Democratic National Convention.
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Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, enters to speak to delegates at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Sen. John F. Kerry speaks at the Democratic National Convention.
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Sen. John F. Kerry speaks at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, right, waves with Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz at the Democratic National Convention.
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Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, right, waves with Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz at the Democratic National Convention.

  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Marc Anthony sings the national anthem at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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Marc Anthony sings the national anthem at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Mary J. Blige performs at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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Mary J. Blige performs at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Joe Morgan and Jim Young of Colorado Springs dance at the Democratic National Convention 2012 at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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Joe Morgan and Jim Young of Colorado Springs dance at the Democratic National Convention 2012 at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
North Carolina delegates cheer at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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North Carolina delegates cheer at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Ronny Crawford of San Francisco wears a new tie he just bought at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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Ronny Crawford of San Francisco wears a new tie he just bought at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
A Maryland delegate wears a festive hat at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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A Maryland delegate wears a festive hat at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
North Carolina delegate Judith Porter sports a 1960 hat at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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North Carolina delegate Judith Porter sports a 1960 hat at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
People run for cover from the pouring rain during the final day of the Democratic National Convention outside the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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People run for cover from the pouring rain during the final day of the Democratic National Convention outside the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.  (Justin Sullivan / Getty Images)
Singer Mark Anthony performs the national anthem as a color guard stands by at the final session of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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Singer Mark Anthony performs the national anthem as a color guard stands by at the final session of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (Shawn Threw / EPA)
Singer James Taylor acknowledges the crowd at in Charlotte, N.C., on the final day of the Democratic National Convention.
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Singer James Taylor acknowledges the crowd at in Charlotte, N.C., on the final day of the Democratic National Convention.  (Brendan Smialowski / AFP/Getty Images)
Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.) kisses his spouse Jim Ready (R) during the final day of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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Rep. Barney Frank (D-Mass.) kisses his spouse Jim Ready (R) during the final day of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (Joe Raedle / Getty Images)
Former President Clinton is joined on stage by current President Obama at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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Former President Clinton is joined on stage by current President Obama at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (Michael Reynolds / EPA)
This photo, courtesy of the Department of State, shows Secretary Hillary Clinton watching her husband Bill's nomination of President Obama during the Democratic convention in Charlotte, N.C. at the residence of the U.S. ambassador to Timor Leste.
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This photo, courtesy of the Department of State, shows Secretary Hillary Clinton watching her husband Bill’s nomination of President Obama during the Democratic convention in Charlotte, N.C. at the residence of the U.S. ambassador to Timor Leste.  (Nick Merrill / AFP/Getty Images)
Former President Bill Clinton and President Obama embrace on stage after Clinton's speech at the Democratic National Convention.
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Former President Bill Clinton and President Obama embrace on stage after Clinton’s speech at the Democratic National Convention.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Former President Clinton speaks at the Democratic National Convention.
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Former President Clinton speaks at the Democratic National Convention.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Former President Clinton stirred the crowd with his address at the Democratic National Convention.
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Former President Clinton stirred the crowd with his address at the Democratic National Convention.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
The 42nd President of the U.S., Bill Clinton bows to the 44th President of the U.S. Barack Obama in Charlotte, N.C. on the second day of the Democratic National Convention.
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The 42nd President of the U.S., Bill Clinton bows to the 44th President of the U.S. Barack Obama in Charlotte, N.C. on the second day of the Democratic National Convention.  (Brendan Smialowski / AFP/Getty Images)
Former President Clinton makes a point during his speech at the Democratic National Convention.
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Former President Clinton makes a point during his speech at the Democratic National Convention.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Delegates wave signs at the Democratic National Convention in Time Warner Cable Arena.
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Delegates wave signs at the Democratic National Convention in Time Warner Cable Arena.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Former President Clinton arrives for his speech at the Democratic National Convention.
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Former President Clinton arrives for his speech at the Democratic National Convention.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
First Lady Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson watch the proceedings at the Democratic National Convention.
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First Lady Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson watch the proceedings at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
California Atty. Gen. Kamala Harris speaks at the Democratic National Convention.
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California Atty. Gen. Kamala Harris speaks at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Costco cofounder Jim Sinegal speaks at the Democratic National Convention.
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Costco cofounder Jim Sinegal speaks at the Democratic National Convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Attendees show their enthusiasm at the Democratic National Convention.
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Attendees show their enthusiasm at the Democratic National Convention.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas leads the Pledge of Allegiance at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena.
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Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas leads the Pledge of Allegiance at the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Branford Marsalis plays the national anthem at the convention.
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Branford Marsalis plays the national anthem at the convention.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Members of the North Carolina delegation join hands during the invocation at the convention.
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Members of the North Carolina delegation join hands during the invocation at the convention.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
North Carolina delegate Ingrid Nurse, left, dances and sings of a second term for President Obama.
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North Carolina delegate Ingrid Nurse, left, dances and sings of a second term for President Obama.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Virginia delegate Victoria Cochran adorned herself with her license plate.
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Virginia delegate Victoria Cochran adorned herself with her license plate.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Female members of the U.S. Senate gather onstage.
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Female members of the U.S. Senate gather onstage.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-San Francisco) addresses the convention delegates.
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House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-San Francisco) addresses the convention delegates.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
California Senators Barbara Boxer, left, and Diane Feinstein on stage at the Democratic National Convention 2012 at Time Warner Cable Arena September 5 2012 in Charlotte.
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California Senators Barbara Boxer, left, and Diane Feinstein on stage at the Democratic National Convention 2012 at Time Warner Cable Arena September 5 2012 in Charlotte.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka was among the speakers.
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AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka was among the speakers.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland introduces amendments reinstating references to God and Jerusalem in the Democratic Party platform.
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Former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland introduces amendments reinstating references to God and Jerusalem in the Democratic Party platform.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
The youngest delegate Sam Gray, 17, from Marion, Iowa, meets the oldest delegate Elzena Johnson, 97, from Terry, Miss., at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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The youngest delegate Sam Gray, 17, from Marion, Iowa, meets the oldest delegate Elzena Johnson, 97, from Terry, Miss., at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (Jae C. Hong / AP Photo)
Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas leads the Pledge of Allegiance on the second day of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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Olympic gold medalist Gabby Douglas leads the Pledge of Allegiance on the second day of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Virginia delegate Victoria Cochran wears her license plate on the floor at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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Virginia delegate Victoria Cochran wears her license plate on the floor at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Kaying Thao from Minnesota wears a puppet of President Obama during day two of the Democratic National Convention Charlotte, N.C.
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Kaying Thao from Minnesota wears a puppet of President Obama during day two of the Democratic National Convention Charlotte, N.C.  (Kevork Djansezian / Getty Images)
World War II Navy veteran Roby Gilliam, 89, from Minerva, Ohio, salutes during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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World War II Navy veteran Roby Gilliam, 89, from Minerva, Ohio, salutes during the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (David Goldman / AP Photo)
First Lady Michelle Obama addresses the delegates during opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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First Lady Michelle Obama addresses the delegates during opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Michelle Obama addresses the delegates during the opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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Michelle Obama addresses the delegates during the opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Michelle Obama addresses the delegates during the opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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Michelle Obama addresses the delegates during the opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro waves before addressing the delegates during the opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro waves before addressing the delegates during the opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is introduced by Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz on the opening night of the Democratic convention.
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Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is introduced by Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz on the opening night of the Democratic convention.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Congressional candidate Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaii addresses delegates during the opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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Congressional candidate Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaii addresses delegates during the opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Delegate Priscilla Chavez of Las Cruces, N.M., cheers during the opening night ceremonies at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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Delegate Priscilla Chavez of Las Cruces, N.M., cheers during the opening night ceremonies at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
"Glee" actress Amber Riley, left, sings the national anthem at the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C. The Disabled American Veterans Honor Guard, right, presents the colors.
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“Glee” actress Amber Riley, left, sings the national anthem at the start of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C. The Disabled American Veterans Honor Guard, right, presents the colors.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada speaks during the opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid of Nevada speaks during the opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
A pocket image of President Obama is among the campaign paraphernalia making appearances at the Democratic convention.
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A pocket image of President Obama is among the campaign paraphernalia making appearances at the Democratic convention.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Congressional candidate Joseph P. Kennedy III of Massachusetts waves to delegates after a speech during the opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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Congressional candidate Joseph P. Kennedy III of Massachusetts waves to delegates after a speech during the opening night ceremonies of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Washington state delegate Chris Porter of Seattle has his picture taken in a booth at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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Washington state delegate Chris Porter of Seattle has his picture taken in a booth at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa addresses the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa addresses the Democratic National Convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz officially opens the Democratic convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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Democratic National Committee Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz officially opens the Democratic convention at Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Third-graders from W.R. O'Dell Elementary School in Concord, N.C., lead the Pledge of Allegiance during opening night ceremonies at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte.
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Third-graders from W.R. O’Dell Elementary School in Concord, N.C., lead the Pledge of Allegiance during opening night ceremonies at the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Attendees file into Time Warner Cable Arena for the first night of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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Attendees file into Time Warner Cable Arena for the first night of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Newark, N.J., Mayor Cory Booker speaks to the audience in Charlotte, N.C., on the first day of the Democratic National Convention.
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Newark, N.J., Mayor Cory Booker speaks to the audience in Charlotte, N.C., on the first day of the Democratic National Convention.  (Brendan Smialowski / AFP/Getty Images)
White House photographer Lawrence Jackson arrives to photograph Michelle Obama's arrival on the stage at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.
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White House photographer Lawrence Jackson arrives to photograph Michelle Obama’s arrival on the stage at the Time Warner Cable Arena in Charlotte, N.C.   (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
First Lady Michelle Obama waves as she arrives for a sound check at the Time Warner Cable Arena.
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First Lady Michelle Obama waves as she arrives for a sound check at the Time Warner Cable Arena.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Interior Secretary Ken Salazar walks on the floor prior to the start of day one of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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Interior Secretary Ken Salazar walks on the floor prior to the start of day one of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (Streeter Lecka / Getty Images)
People hold campaign signs as the program starts during day one of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.
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People hold campaign signs as the program starts during day one of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte, N.C.  (Streeter Lecka / Getty Images)
First Lady Michelle Obama tapes a television interview upstairs at the Time Warner Cable Arena.
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First Lady Michelle Obama tapes a television interview upstairs at the Time Warner Cable Arena.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
Members of the media scramble after Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa following his remarks at the opening press conference at the Charlotte Convention Center.
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Members of the media scramble after Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa following his remarks at the opening press conference at the Charlotte Convention Center.  (Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times)
By Julie Westfall

The next Democratic National Convention will be held the week of July 25, 2016, putting it only a week after the Republican convention that is scheduled to begin July 18, party officials announced Friday.

The Democratic National Committee’s choice to schedule a convention so closely following the Republican gathering will be viewed as an effort to blunt a GOP nominee’s momentum coming out of the gathering.

The Republican National Committee has selected Cleveland as its convention host city.

The Democratic committee is still in negotiations over which city the party’s convention will be held in: Columbus, Ohio; New York or Philadelphia. If Democrats select Columbus as their host city, it will be the first time since 1972 that a single state has held both the Democratic and Republican conventions.

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The timing of the conventions means that planners are returning to a mid-summer schedule after several election cycles in which both parties pushed their gatherings deep into the summer in an effort to gain a tactical advantage that never clearly materialized.

The schedule also means that both conventions will be over before the 2016 Summer Olympics begin in Rio de Janeiro on Aug. 5, 2016.

Staff writers Mark Barabak in San Francisco and David Lauter in Washington contributed to this report.

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Julie Westfall

Julie Westfall is the former deputy politics editor at the Los Angeles Times. Previously, she led real-time news at The Times. She has also worked in breaking-news editing roles at Digital First Media in New York City, NPR-affiliate KPCC in Los Angeles, and the regional news startup TBD.com in Washington, D.C. She grew up in Florida and holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She also served as a Peace Corps volunteer in Mali.

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