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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.

Bill Cliton says this election is about tomorrow. "I hope you'll do it. I hope you'll elect her. ... In the greatest country on Earth, we have always been about tomorrow. Your children and grandchildren will bless you forever."

And he finishes his speech.

He gets a rousing cheer from the crowd.

Bill Clinton: It's a good idea to follow Hillary's advice

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A very rousing, celebrity-heavy video of "Fight Song."

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