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U.S. President Barack Obama addresses the Democratic National Convention, saying Hillary Clinton would be the right person to succeed him as commander in chief, in Philadelphia, Pa., July 27, 2016. (A. Shaker/VOA)
U.S. President Barack Obama addresses the Democratic National Convention, saying Hillary Clinton would be the right person to succeed him as commander in chief, in Philadelphia, Pa., July 27, 2016. (A. Shaker/VOA)
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LIVE BLOG: Obama, Kaine, Biden Make the Case for Hillary Clinton as President

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The theme for the third day of the Democratic National Convention is "Working Together." Previous speakers included Vice President Joe Biden and Michael Bloomberg.

Obama is making the case that Hillary Clinton has the experience to be president.

"You know, nothing truly prepares you for the demands of the Oval Office. Until you’ve sat at that desk, you don’t know what it’s like to manage a global crisis, or send young people to war. But Hillary’s been in the room; she’s been part of those decisions."

President Barack Obama speaks during the third day of the Democratic National Convention
President Barack Obama speaks during the third day of the Democratic National Convention

Obama makes mention of the divisions eight years ago, when he and Hillary Clinton battled for the Democratic nomination.

"We battled for a year and a half. Let me tell you, it was tough, because Hillary’s tough. Every time I thought I might have that race won, Hillary just came back stronger," he says.

Obama gives a hearty endorsement of "the next president of the United States, Hillary Clinton."

The crowd starts to chant, "Hillary!"

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