Paul Ryan Addresses Convention

Republican vice-presidential hopeful Paul Ryan introduced himself to American voters at the Republican National Convention with an acceptance speech that strongly attacked the Obama Administration as "central planners" and promised a vigorous campaign with GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney. CLICK ON ANY IMAGE TO VIEW FULL PHOTO, START SLIDE SHOW.

Enlarge Republican vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan addresses the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla. ASSOCIATED PRESS

Enlarge Paul Ryan embraces his children Charlie, Liza and Sam, as his mother Betty, left, and wife Janna join him on stage. ASSOCIATED PRESS

Enlarge Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., accepts the nomination as Mitt Romney's vice presidential running mate. ASSOCIATED PRESS

Enlarge Delegates cheer as Paul Ryan walks to the podium. ASSOCIATED PRESS

Enlarge Paul Ryan wipes his tears as he addresses the Republican National Convention. ASSOCIATED PRESS

Enlarge Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker cries as during Paul Ryan's speech. ASSOCIATED PRESS

Enlarge Protesters yell as Republican vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan addresses the Republican National Convention. ASSOCIATED PRESS

Enlarge A delegate holds up masks of Paul Ryan during the Republican National Convention. AP