What could be more frustrating than a large gathering of politicians who can't shake hands? Delegates to the Republican National Convention in Cleveland have been instructed to take precautions because of an outbreak of norovirus, the highly contagious virus that frequently threatens cruise ships. That's why TV viewers will see a lot of fist bumps and "high fives" in the convention arena.

Convention speakers continue to be bugged by embarrassing errors. House Speaker Paul Ryan, handed a paper while presiding, mistakenly read the name of the newly-nominated Donald J. Trump as "Donald Day Trump." At least he didn't say "Doris Day."

Both Ryan and Senate Majority Leader were slow to publicly show support for Trump, but both performed like loyal troupers on the second night of the GOP convention. Ryan said he looked forward to a State of the Union speech with Trump instead of Barack Obama. McConnell told delegates: "With Donald Trump in the White House, Senate Republicans will build on the work we've done ..."