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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.
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.
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LIVE BLOG: Clinton Becomes First Woman Nominated for President

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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.

Bernie supporters continue to chant and surround the media tent (Photo: A. Shaker/VOA)
Bernie supporters continue to chant and surround the media tent (Photo: A. Shaker/VOA)

Democratic National Convention is well into day 2 in Philadelphia (Photo: A. Shaker/VOA)
Democratic National Convention is well into day 2 in Philadelphia (Photo: A. Shaker/VOA)

Former President Jimmy Carter urges the delegates to vote in the fall.

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