NYU students get ready for GOP invasion

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http://www.cnn.com/2004/ALLPOLITICS/04/08/nyu/index.html

<< NEW YORK (CNN) -- As Republicans, Democrats and anti-Bush activists gear up for New York City's first Republican National Convention, New York University students are getting into the mix.
Jamie Lee, a General Studies Program freshman who interns for the host committee, said the experience should be unforgettable.

"I'm a Republican, and proud to help our president," Lee said. "I know President Bush is the best candidate for the presidency, and I want what is best for our country. By interning, this is my way of contributing." >>

<< But not all NYU students are as pleased as Tracey is that the convention will be held so close to home.
Tracy Sabbah, vice president of the National Organization for Women at NYU, said the convention's proximity to the September 11 terrorist attacks -- both in location and in timing -- is a political ploy.

"It offends me as a New Yorker," said the NYU sophomore who is originally from Long Island. "I just think that the president is using many tactics in his campaign that I don't agree with as an activist," she added.>>

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