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14 surprising things banned from the Republican National Convention

Isaac will be bringing the rain to Tampa just in time for the Republican National Convention. But don't try to take an umbrella past the security perimeter. POLITICO rounds up a few of the 25 items that won't be permitted at the 2012 event.


Umbrellas
Umbrellas won't be allowed at the convention (unless provided by the Committee on Arrangements or the 2012 Tampa Bay Host Committee).

Coolers
Coolers are cleared for tailgating in Tampa, but don't try to bring one into the convention

Banners, signs or placards
What will delegates think about the ban on signs?

Whole fruit
Thinking of tossing an apple into your bag for a healthy convention snack? Think again

Flashlights
Unless authorized by the Committee on Arrangements Event Production or Security Divisions, don't even think about trying to mitigate any potential Isaac-related power failures.

Baseballs
Better leave the baseballs to the pros; they won't be allowed at the convention.

Strollers
Everyone loves babies ... as long as they aren't perched in a stroller on the convention floor

Folding chairs
Worried about a SRO situation in the jam-packed convention hall? You'll have to depend on the official seating provided.

Sharp and/or pointed objects
There will be no knitting to pass the time between speakers.

Containers of any type
Keep your empty bottles, cans and spray canisters in your hotel room.

Bullhorn
Excited about playing cheerleader for your candidate? Leave the bullhorn in the locker room.

Backpacks or carry cases for binoculars, cameras
Unless you're a member of the Fourth Estate, it's best to leave the back-to-school backpacks at home.

Sticks, poles, drums, whistles and other noice makers
Unless authorized by convention officials, delegates are unlikely to see a parade during the convention

Aerosols
Don't leave your computer keyboard maintenance to the last minute. All aerosols are verboten

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