Historic nomination: Hillary Clinton becomes the first woman to lead a major-party ticket - Latimes

Hillary Clinton made history Tuesday as the first woman chosen to lead a major-party presidential ticket as family, friends and old political allies took turns extolling her as a leader with the experience to keep the country safe and the heart to help those who have been forgotten.

“I give you a leader who can unite us as a nation, a leader who can break down barriers and build a better future for every American,” said Democratic Rep. John Lewis of Georgia, a civil rights hero, as he helped formally place Clinton's name in nomination for the White House. “She will fight for us all with her heart, soul and mind.”

The longest and most lavish testimonial was delivered by Clinton’s husband, former President Bill Clinton, who offered a tribute that began, “In the spring of 1971, I met a girl,” and traced her career through her time as first lady and years as secretary of State.

"We've been walking and talking together ever since," he said. “Hillary opened my eyes to a whole new world of public service by private citizens.”

Pivoting to the election, he addressed one of greatest challenges facing his wife: overcoming the image of a candidate who’s been in the public eye for decades when so many voters want something new. “People say, ‘Well, we need to change. She’s been around a long time.’”

“She sure has,” Clinton said, wagging a finger in emphasis, “and she’s sure been worth every single year she’s put into making people’s lives better.”

“She’s still the best change-maker I have ever known,” he said. - Read More

Historic nomination: Hillary Clinton becomes the first woman to lead a major-party ticket

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