John Cornyn

Ex-Gov. Mitt Romney (R): Getty Images PhotoThe Associated Press reports that one week from today, former Gov. Mitt Romney (R-Belmont) will join other prominent Republicans in taking part in counter-efforts to the Democratic National Committee Convention in Denver, Colorado.

On Tues., Aug. 26, the ex-presidential contender will travel to the Centennial State to try and knock the Democrats off message. Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty, who is one of Romney's top rivals to be John McCain's running mate, will speak in Denver that day, too.

The move is expanding on a tactic the Republicans used during the 2004 DNC Convention held in Boston.