Dear Fellow Democrat:

I look forward to personally welcoming all of you to Worcester for the 2006 Democratic Nominating
Convention. Worcester is my hometown, and our city is honored to be hosting this important event again
next year.

Worcester truly is the heart of the Commonwealth, and the perfect showcase for the Democratic ideals
we all seek to advance in next year’s elections. it has a first-rate, nationally-recognized urban public school
system and is home to some of the finest colleges and universities in the world. Our hospitals and health
centers are also internationally renowned for the high-quality care and treatment they provide to patients.
Most importantly, Worcester is also a city that is proud of its rich diversity and celebrates all of its citizens,
regardless of ethnic background, religious heritage or sexual orientation.

I hope you will take some time during your stay in our dynamic city to enjoy the many wonderful
social, recreational and cultural amenities we have to offer. You will rediscover that Worcester is a wold-class
city with beautiful parks, excellent restaurants and fantastic museums.
I know you will enjoy your stay in Worcester, and I’m excited about next year’s very important
Democratic Convention.

Sincerely,
James P. McGovern
Member of Congress