<p>Delegates watch a video presentation during an abbreviated session of the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla., on Monday, Aug. 27, 2012. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)</p>
August 28, 2012
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August 28, 2012 9:15 p.m.
Subdued start to GOP convention
Tropical Storm Isaac puts damper on festivities
TAMPA, Fla. - Republicans staged a remarkably subdued opening to Mitt Romney's national convention Monday in the midst of a turbulent election year, wary of uncorking a glittery political celebration as Tropical Storm Isaac surged menacingly toward New Orleans and the northern Gulf Coast.