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19-year-old NC delegate attends DNC

[embed]http://https://youtu.be/QKViQ7vVyRA[/embed] PHILADELPHIA -- John Easterling is a University of North Carolina at Greensboro student, a North Carolina delegate and a Hillary Clinton supporter.

Elon student among delegates at DNC

PHILADELPHIA -- Traveling across many state lines, one Elon University student found his way into the Democratic National Convention. The Mayor of Atlanta invited senior and Georgia native Chris Edwards to the convention.

An open letter to Kathleen Parker

Be intellectually challenged: Let Kathleen Parker speak

College is a place where you come to have your views challenged, and where you can learn more about the world to form more educated opinions for yourself.

Students petition selection of speaker Kathleen Parker

Elon responded in a statement, reaffirming its commitment to bring speakers with a variety of beliefs to campus. She'll speak there in October.

Millennials attend Democratic National Convention

PHILADELPHIA -- The 2016 Democratic National Convention has given Millennial Democrats an opportunity to voice what characteristics they want in the next president.

Millennial Voices of the DNC

These are some of the voices of millennials at the Democratic National Convention. The first two are young delegates Melissa Cairo and Jade Hamilton who reflect on what life is like as a delegate and what it could be like with Hillary Clinton as President. The final voice is of 12 year old Theo Wagnon who, although he can't vote, has a lot of hope for his future.

Donald Trump returns to North Carolina for first time after becoming Republican nominee

WINSTON-SALEM -- Donald Trump returned to North Carolina after becoming the Republican nominee at the Republican National Convention last week in Cleveland. He spent most of the rally at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds discussing the economy and criticizing his Democratic rivals, including soon-to-be presidential nominee Hillary Clinton, her running mate Tim Kaine and former Democratic presidential hopeful, Bernie Sanders.

In Charlotte, Hillary Clinton bashes Donald Trump's claim of 'I alone can fix it'

Charlotte—If actions speak louder than words, than Hillary Clinton’s recent deeds scream a nugget of her mindset heading into the general election—North Carolina is going to be a battle ground state. In the span of almost five weeks, the presidential candidate has traveled to the Tar Heel State three times,including a stint with President Barack Obama in his first public act on the campaign trail.

Dr. Danieley celebrates 92nd birthday with Elon community

James Earl Danieley celebrated his 92nd birthday Sunday early with members of the Elon community at the Elon Community Church. He officially turns 92 on Thursday. Church members, university staff, and students gathered in the Community Life Center to wish him a happy birthday. While Danieley retired from teaching after last academic year, he remains an active member of the Elon community.

See all of Elon Local News and The Pendulum's coverage from the RNC

CLEVELAND — Last week, The Pendulum and Elon Local News jointly covered the Republican National Convention. Instead of covering what everyone else was — Melania Trump's plagiarism, pandemonium over the rules package and the absence of party leaders like John Kasich and Mitt Romney — we decided to focus on what you, our audience could only find here. We spoke to Millennials attending the convention about their experiences and thoughts about the Republican Party.

Texas delegate on Cruz speech: 'That took some serious guts'

CLEVELAND — Nick Allman said Texas delegates were so unsure of whether Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) would endorse nominee and former rival Donald Trump at Republican National Convention, they were taking bets on the topic.

As RNC concludes, LGBTQIA rights take center stage

CLEVELAND — LGBTQIA rights, a subject that’s kept the Republican Party at odds, surfaced on the crowning night of the Republican National Convention, further deepening the divide and putting into question where the party would stand if Donald Trump is elected president.

Trump in RNC acceptance speech: 'I am your voice'

CLEVELAND — Donald Trump accepted the Republican nomination for president Thursday night, crafting an image of a damaged country while proclaiming to the masses that “I am your voice” and promising that the U.S.

North Carolina delegates' thoughts on Trump

Elon News Network spoke to two North Carolina delegates about their thoughts on the convention, Donald Trump, millennials in the Republican Party, the American Dream and North Carolina's body camera law. Mike Hager is the delegate for the 112th district and North Carolina's House Majority Leader.

On last day of RNC, protesters relatively quiet

CLEVELAND — It’s the last day of the Republican National Convention, and while downtown streets are still filled with people, one group isn’t as prominent as expected. Protesters. All week, demonstrators have filled Public Square, Prospect Avenue and E.

Police presence felt on third day of RNC

CLEVELAND – Protesters flocked here the past three days to voice their opinions. Different groups are speaking their mind on religion, foreign policy, LGBT issues and more seemingly all day long.

Protesters fill streets outside RNC

CLEVELAND — Protesters filled Prospect Avenue and E. 4th St. downtown Wednesday, a block from the Republican National Convention at Quicken Loans Arena, burning American flags and forcing police to call a dispersal order on the streets.

RNC Youth Caucus shows contrast within Republican Party

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7Km_xh4C3I&w=560&h=315] CLEVELAND -- Delegates have flocked here for the Republican National Convention this week.

Young delegate discusses RNC from Millennial perspective

CLEVELAND — At 18, Jack Pickett is the youngest of the 44 Washington delegates, and is one of the youngest delegates at the Republican National Convention. “Politics is my hobby,” Pickett said.