2012 Republican National Convention Speeches Day 1 [VIDEO]

Published: 29 Aug, 2012

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Updated: 13 Oct, 2022

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1 min read

Here are full videos of notable speakers delivering 2012 Republican National Convention speeches on the gathering's first official day of activities. Among those who spoke were Saratoga Springs, Utah Mayor Mia Love, Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, Rick Santorum, Senate Republican Candidate Ted Cruz of Texas, Artur Davis, South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, Ann Romney, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie.

Who had the best speech? Watch below and let us know!

Saratoga Springs, Utah Mayor Mia Love

Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker

Rick Santorum

Senate Republican Candidate Ted Cruz of Texas

Artur Davis

South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley

Ann Romney

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie

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