Politics & Government

McCormick Place Preps for Obama Election Night Party

International media, technicians are prepping the convention center for tonight's activities.

More than 10,000 people are expected to rally around President Barack Obama as he and his campaign members await election results tonight at McCormick Place in Chicago.

Media from around the globe are set up for the historic activities as technicians prep the bleachers, stage and sound for the rally.

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