Our nominee, @realDonaldTrump pic.twitter.com/mnUxtjtwtB — GOP Convention (@GOPconvention) July 22, 2016Typically, the Republican convention that takes place every four years is a tale of two conventions. But in bars and parties nearby, there was hardly any clapping and cheering as those same scenes flashed across televisions. In 2016, the disconnect between the two conventions seemed more pronounced, several lobbyists and activists said, and some parties were more subdued. At the official one, activists from all 50 states come to hear testimonials about their party's presidential nominee and watch the candidate's official coronation. Republican strategist Ron Bonjean said there was a muted tone at some Cleveland gatherings, which he attributed to the unique relationship between Trump and his party's establishment.

Source: dna July 22, 2016 06:00 UTC