PHILADELPHIA — Hope. It was his motto eight years ago when he addressed the Democratic Party at his own convention. Now it’s time for someone else to lead the United States for the next four years.
President Obama addressed the Democratic Party during the third night of the Democratic National Convention and announced his endorsement once again for former secretary of state Hillary Clinton for president.
Tears slowly dripped down many faces of the more than 20,000 people that filled the Wells Fargo Center as the 44th president addressed his party for one of the last times.
Vertical signs spelling out “OBAMA” created a forest of light blue as everyone rose when Obama took his first steps toward the center of the stage.
“A lot’s happened over the years,” Obama said. “I stand before you again tonight after almost two terms as president that I am more optimistic about the future of America than ever.”
Obama spoke about the progress that has occurred throughout the past seven-and-a-half years and what still can be improved around the country.
“Healthcare is not a privilege, it is a right for everyone,” Obama said.
He then continued to list out issues that are no more an imminent threat to the American public from bringing more troops home and shutting down Iran’s nuclear weapon deal.
“America’s promises do not come with a price tag,” Obama said.
Earlier in the night, Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va, addressed the party as the vice presidential pick, his first public appearance as part of the official nominee pair.
Serving as one of his secretaries of state, Clinton and Obama have worked together on multiple issues, both foreign and domestic policy.
“Most issues are rarely black and white and Hillary knows getting things done requires compromise,” Obama said.
Saying once more that she was the most qualified candidate in the party, Obama gave his full support to Clinton, now the official Democratic nominee for president.
“The Democratic Party is in good hands,” Obama said.
As he was about to take his steps off the stage, Clinton made an appearance and they walked off arm in arm as “Signed, Sealed, Delivered” by Stevie Wonder echoed through the arena.
