This week marked the much-anticipated opening of the credentialing process for media interested in covering the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver. While the bulk of media who will attend the Convention are credentialed through the U.S. Congressional Press Galleries, we do credential media — including bloggers — through the DNCC Press Gallery. 

At the close of week one (drumroll please), we are happy to report 51 applications from bloggers already in — including State Blogger Corps applicants from 20 states such as: California, Colorado,  Vermont, North Carolina and Kentucky. There’s plenty of time to ensure that no state is left behind on this unique Convention coverage opportunity. To apply for blogger credentials, click here. And be sure to check back for updates as applications continue to come in.

The 2008 Democratic National Convention will be the most inclusive and accessible Convention in party history. We intend to break down the walls of the Pepsi Center using technology and other means to engage more people in our Convention experience in more meaningful ways than ever before. And bloggers and other new media will play a big role in that effort. 

But why wait until August to get involved?

Even before the Convention begins, the Democratic National Convention Committee is opening its doors to the online community. Watch this video to learn about some of the ways you can get involved with the 2008 Democratic National Convention Committee online.