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Mitt Romney chooses Paul Ryan as VP pick

Romney praised Ryan as they appeared together for the first time at a campaign event in Norfolk, Va., this morning.

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Mitt Romney (right) and Paul Ryan walked with Ryan's daughter, Liza, to the Romney campaign bus.

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Ryan greeted supporters.

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Romney greeted members of the Ryan family at the close of Saturday's campaign event.

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Ryan spoke after being introduced by Romney.

Mitt Romney (left) introduced Paul Ryan as his running mate during a campaign event in Norfolk, Va., on Saturday.

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Romney introduced Ryan as his running mate during the campaign event in Norfolk, Va., on Saturday.

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Romney's campaign had previously announced the pick via a phone app.

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The event was held on the USS Wisconsin, a retired battleship.

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A supporter held her hand over her heart for the national anthem.

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Supporters waited for the event to begin.

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Earlier, Romney arrived at the USS Wisconsin by campaign bus.

Text of Mitt Romney, Paul Ryan speeches

In one humorous deviation, Romney introduced Ryan as “the next president of the United States.” Romney later returned to the microphone to correct himself.

Analysis

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In deciding to tap Rep. Ryan to be his vice presidential running mate, Romney eschewed the perception of a “safe” choice.

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During this weekend, most products $2,500 and under will be exempt from the usual 6.25 percent sales tax.

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The rise of assisted-living facilities and a shift to care allowing elders to remain at home have caused a decline in the number of facilities.

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