Contest: CNN Your Political Ticket

CNN is offering viewers the once-in-a-lifetime change to win a trip to Tampa and Charlotte to experience the excitement around the Republican National Convention or the Democratic National Convention.

From now through Sunday, August 5^th, interested consumers can head over to CNN iReport to upload a video or photo telling CNN why they should be selected to help cover the events of the RNC/DNC alongside CNN.

The selected recipients will receive an all-expense paid trip to Tampa , FL or Charoltte , NC. Additionally, winners will receive VIP access to the CNN Grill and CNN’s live broadcasts, special meet and greet with CNN talent and more.

Six consumers (+ 1 guest each) will be selected. The winners will be announced the week of August 12.