Hillary Clinton, wearing suffragette white, passed the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Clinton spoke about the progress made in women’s rights, from the passage of the 19th Amendment to the historic nomination of the first woman to lead a major party’s presidential ticket in 2016. Despite her defeat to Donald Trump, Clinton remains a significant figure in the Democratic Party.
During her speech, Clinton referenced Trump’s mocking of her and Harris, causing the audience to chant “lock him up!” in an ironic twist of the chants used against her in 2016. Clinton’s campaigns paved the way for Harris and other women in politics, breaking barriers and inspiring a new generation of leaders.
Although once criticized for her campaign’s overconfidence in 2016, Clinton was welcomed with applause and gratitude at the convention. She acknowledged that her moment has passed, but expressed pride in helping to clear the way for Harris to potentially become the first female, Black, and Asian American president.
In a symbolic moment, the song “Fight Song” played as Clinton exited the stage, emphasizing her continued commitment to fighting for progress and women’s rights. Despite the challenges she faced in 2016, Clinton’s legacy lives on in the historic nomination of Vice President Kamala Harris.
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