Edwardses Not Expected To Attend The Convention

Democratic officials say that as of today, there has been no invitation extended to either Sen. John Edwards or Elizabeth Edwards to attend the Democratic National Convention.

The officials, citing today's events, would not comment.

Several former Edwards aides had been under the impression that Elizabeth Edwards would speak on Monday evening, but her name does not appear on the schedule, Democratic officials said.

Elizabeth Edwards has become a national political figure in her own right and is one of the party's top spokespeople on health care reform. And nominees generally find speaking slots for vanquished opponents.