August 27, 2008
Posted: August 27th, 2008 06:55 PM ET
From CNN Political Producer Kristi Keck
Hillary Clinton casts her support for Barack Obama Wednesday.
DENVER (CNN) - Democrats Wednesday officially nominated Barack Obama to be their candidate for president, making him the first African-American to lead a major party ticket. Hillary Clinton asked to cut the roll call short saying, "With eyes firmly fixed on the future, and in the spirit of unity with the goal of victory, with faith in our party and our country, let's declare together Watch: Dems officially nominate Obama "Is there a second?" House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of California asked the crowd of more than 4,400 delegates, prompting a roar of approval. "The motion is adopted," Pelosi said with a broad smile, officially capping a long and hard-fought battle between Obama and Clinton. Watch: Highlights of the roll call Delegates then affirmed Obama as their choice with cheers. There were hugs and handshakes as "Love Train" blasted from the arena speakers. Clinton and Obama were on the ballot at the party convention on Wednesday. The states announced their votes in alphabetical order. Filed under: Barack Obama Democratic National Convention Hillary Clinton
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