Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton appears on a large monitor to thank delegates during the second day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, July 26, 2016.

LIVE BLOG: Clinton Becomes First Woman Nominated for President

July 26, 2016 3:41 PM update July 26, 2016 11:41 PM

The Democratic Party made it official Tuesday, naming Hillary Clinton their candidate for president in 2016 – and making history by selecting the first woman to represent a major U.S. political party. Following the roll call vote, Tuesday's speakers included former President Bill Clinton as well as the Mothers of the Movement -- the mothers of Trayvon Martin, Eric Garner, Michael Brown, Sandra Bland and other young black victims of violence.

Former Georgia state Senator Jason Carter is introducing his grandfather, former President Jimmy Carter, who speaks to the delegates through a video.

Bernie Supporters just walked into the media center (Photo A. Shaker/VOA)

Another short video of "Trump's Own Words," this one plays his criticism of Sen. John McCain, who was held prisoner during the Vietnam War.

Former Orlando police chief Val Demings, who is running for congress and is the final speaker among the female legislators, gets the crowd to cheer when speaking about gun violence and gun control issues.

Accessibility links

Follow Us

LIVE BLOG: Clinton Becomes First Woman Nominated for President