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Text version of Welcome Message
Opening Plenary: Monday, August 2
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke
Introduction by U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham
Closing Plenary: Tuesday, August 3
Congressman James E. Clyburn

Come visit one of the most gracious and beautiful cities in America! Enjoy historic homes, cobblestone streets, beautiful, secret side gardens, exceptional architecture, and the artistry of wrought-iron gates, while walking back through time, in Charleston's Historic District. There is fabulous nightlife, incomparable cuisine, smooth southern music, and South Carolina’s famous hospitality, all waiting for you and your family to savor. Create memories this summer to last a lifetime! For a visit you’ll never forget, come to Charleston, where adventures await!