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Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton appears on a large monitor to thank delegates during the second day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, July 26, 2016.
Democratic Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton appears on a large monitor to thank delegates during the second day of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, July 26, 2016.
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Bill Clinton: It's a good idea to follow Hillary's advice

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Bill Cliton says this election is about tomorrow. "I hope you'll do it. I hope you'll elect her. ... In the greatest country on Earth, we have always been about tomorrow. Your children and grandchildren will bless you forever."

And he finishes his speech.

He gets a rousing cheer from the crowd.

It all comes down to the word change-maker.

Bill Clinton says, "Hillary is uniquely qualified to seize this opportunity."

"A real change-maker represents a real threat," is how Bill Clinton sums up the Republican speeches.

"Hillary!" chants erupt, to which Bill Clinton says, "We have to get back on schedule. You guys have to calm down."

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