One speakers is Artur Davis, the former Representative, and a former Democrat. Rep. Artur Davis is most known for seconding Senator Obama’s nomination in 2008, and was one the first Congressman outside of Illinois to endorse Senator Obama. Rep. Davis is interestingly listed as “Former Democratic National Convention Speaker Artur Davis” stressing the point of him switching parties. Republican Chairman Reince Priebus even singled out Rep. Davis saying, “This exciting group of headliners includes two successful governors, two outstanding senators, the next senator from our convention state, and a former Co-Chairman of the 2008 Obama campaign. The perspectives and ideas they bring to the convention stage will show all Americans that Romney and Ryan are the ticket to a better future. Former Congressman Davis especially will give voice to the frustration and disappointment felt among those who supported President Obama in 2008 and are now hungry for a new direction.”