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Today in History: Hillary Clinton makes history as first female nominee

7/26/2025

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On July 26, 2016, Hillary Clinton made history by becoming the first female nominee for president of the United States from a major political party at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. She secured the nomination with 54% of delegate votes, defeating her primary rival, Bernie Sanders, who received 46%. Tim Kaine was nominated as her vice presidential running mate.

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On July 26, 2016, Hillary Clinton made history by becoming the first female nominee for president of the United States from a major political party at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. She secured the nomination with 54% of delegate votes, defeating her primary rival, Bernie Sanders, who received 46%. Tim Kaine was nominated as her vice presidential running mate.