Politics: Afternoon Edition:

If you have difficulty viewing this newsletter, click here to view as a Web page. Click here to view in plain text. Monday, August 27, 2012 HEADLINES With an eye on Isaac, Republicans press ahead with convention in Tampa After losing the first day of their convention to Tropical Storm Isaac, Republicans plan for Tuesday. » Read full article Mitt Romney's 'rich guy' problem Of all the tasks that Mitt Romney must accomplish at this week's Republican National Convention, the toughest (and most important) is this: Convince voters that he is more than just a rich guy. » Read full article Ryan added to the Pinocchio tracker Statements by Ryan have been vetted seven times by the Fact Checker's Pinocchio Tracker in the past year and a half, and so far he has a 1.86 average rating. » Read full article Five speakers to watch in Tampa MONDAY FIX | For some politicians, a chance to speak before 15,000 is a make-it or break-it moment. » Read full article Democrats' calls tie 20 vulnerable GOP candidates for Congress to Akin Fresh nationwide effort reminds voters of party's stance on abortion at start of its convention in Florida. » Read full article QUOTE OF THE DAY Robert List, former Nevada governor and a delegate for his state, says three days of convention is plenty.: "We only do a few things that are officially necessary under the law. It's a motivational selling time, really." MULTIMEDIA Gallery: The GOP prepares to party View the best images from the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla. Get The Washington Post, your way. Want to stay on top of the latest news, features, commentary and more? Here's how: Mobile: Alerts: Social Media: Applications Web site E-mail SMS RSS Feeds Facebook Twitter SEND TO A FRIEND UNSUBSCRIBE E-NEWSLETTER CENTER GET HELP Washington Post Digital E-mail Customer Care 1150 15th Street NW Washington, D.C. 20071 ©2012 The Washington Post Privacy Policy