Live Chat: Model and Delegate Christie Brinkley

" Only at that year's Democratic convention in La, the famous are rubbing shoulders using the effective. Film stars like William Baldwin, Warren Beatty and Tommy Lee Johnson (Al Gore's college roommate at Harvard) came to lend their support.

Music artists such as the Goo Goo Dolls and David Crosby have switched up in the convention hall. Even wrestling stars The Rock and Chyna are earning their presence known.

Christie Brinkley, supermodel and mother of three, isn't any exception: she takes part now like a superdelegate from New You are able to. ABCNEWS.com visitors spoken to her about her convention experience of an active chat in the Democratic National Convention. Look below for any transcript from the chat.

Moderator

Welcome, model delegate Christie Brinkley!

Christie Brinkley

Hi, thanks. I am thrilled to become here.

Moderator

What's been your impression from the convention in La?

Christie Brinkley

It has been really exciting, and I have really loved as being a delegate and meeting other associates. I have arrived at the final outcome that associates are solution people. They've recognized problems within their community and are searching for an answer for individuals problems. This is an recognition to have the ability to share the ground together.

Moderator

So why do you support Al Gore for leader?

Christie Brinkley

To begin with, In my opinion that Al Gore may be the leader using the experience. He's devoted an eternity and services information to the nation " the Senate, v . p .. That's lots of experience to create towards the position of Leader. Also, the V . P . cares comparable a few things i worry about: the atmosphere, gun control, education, a ladies to choose. A ladies to choose would be the first right we'll lose if George W. Rose bush becomes leader. Next, we'll start to see a proliferation of guns, and when we believe we have trouble with guns within our schools now, I personally don't like to think about what's going to happen as we have two males who've chosen for cop-killer bullets and hidden weapons. It's frightening.

Patsy states: How have you be a delegate? Exactly what do you hope to get away from this experience? Will it provide you with a feeling of "AH" that the voice/election does really make a difference?

Christie Brinkley

I grew to become a delegate because I've been active during my community on environment issues. Mainly, I have been attempting to shut several nuclear energy plants which have been polluting our atmosphere, our air, our water. My efforts were identified by Gore2000, and that i was requested to operate like a delegate. I had been so honored to become requested, and that i leaped in the chance, understanding how important this campaign is. As being a mother of three, I had been prepared to help do this.

Rachel states: Many people feel that it's unfair for celebs to lend their support to the one party, for fear that it'll sway votes due to the fact a high profile is voting with this candidate or that candidate. Have such feelings been expressed for you through the public due to your support for that Democratic Party?

Christie Brinkley

It's absolutely been a large debate here, whether celebs help or hurt an applicant. I'm able to only say personally that i'm because a parent, a concerned mother, along with a citizen. I never signed a paper nevertheless after i grew to become a high profile which i threw in the towel my voice like a concerned citizen. I believe that for everyone that states, "I am going to hear her," there's sleep issues that states, "She's only a model I am not going to hear her." It is a double-edged sword. I really hope individuals will realize that, like others in the usa, I've concerns but operating to my country.

JCC states: Exactly what do you consider Lieberman's switch-flops on affirmative action and school vouchers? Also, are you aware he supported Situation nomination towards the Top Court? What exactly are your ideas?

Christie Brinkley

I'm not really sure, and I am most likely speaking from things i am experienced in, however i don't believe it signifies a switch-flop " It shows he's aboard using the v . p .. I didn't realize that he supported Situation nomination.

briang states: Exactly what do you consider Senator Lieberman's comments regarding Hollywood?

Christie Brinkley

I believe everybody includes a to their opinions. I understand he's been critical of violence in Hollywood, but I've been critical from it too! I've the opinion that if you do not would like your kids to determine it, you are able to stop your children from seeing it. You do not prevent being made.

Beachartist states: What exactly are your lengthy-term goals like a political activist?

Christie Brinkley

I am searching ahead to November, and I am really anxious to return to additional time with my children and my very own career, because closing nuclear energy plants and being vocal around the issues 's time consuming.

Moderator

Christie, your daughter Alexa is going to be voting inside a couple of years. Would you talk to her about politics and the significance of voting?

Christie Brinkley

Yes, I attempt. I usually explain whatever I am doing towards the kids so there is a feeling of giving to our community and caring about what's happening within our country, and getting a social conscience. I spoken with my five-year-old today, and told him I would hear the vice president's speech and that he stated, "Oh, Al Gore is going to be there?" They know what's happening!

Moderator

Do you consider in your own life you will notice a lady chosen leader?

Christie Brinkley

I certainly think so! I can tell Hillary Clinton for the reason that role. I'd much like to urge everyone, everyone, to actually consider the issues and check out the voting records that support these problems, because there's been lots of clouding from the distinctions. The Republicans attempted to co-opt many of the Democrats' ideas, and it is simply not true. Should you consider the voting records that support these guidelines, you'll notice that it's all regulated lots of "read my lip" service happening there.

Moderator

Thank you for joining us today, Christie, and because of everyone who participated. Keep going to ABCNEWS.com for the ongoing coverage from the 2000 election. Night!

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