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Picturing History: Kamala Harris
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"On behalf of everyone whose story could only be written in the greatest nation on Earth, I accept your nomination to be President of the United States."
And with that, Vice President Kamala Harris became the first woman of color to receive a major party nomination for the highest office in American politics. Exactly 60 years prior, another Black woman, Fannie Lou Hamer, fought for Black people to have a seat at the political table at the same convention.
Last night, the arena erupted with cheers and waving signs as history was made. Many wore white, a nod to the early 20th century movement for women's voting rights. Others wore custom shirts and hats to mark the moment.
Scroll below to see scenes from around the United Center during the final, historic night of the Democratic National Convention.