Fact of the Week: Barack Obama Becomes First Black Presidential Nominee
Words: Marly Pierre-Louis • Jun 4th, 2008 • Category: RANDOMNESS.June 3, 4008
On Tuesday, history was made as Illinois Senator Barack Obama became the first black Presidential nominee for the democratic party. Going above and beyond the 2,118 needed delegates Obama won 2,159.5. Now the question remains… will Hillary Clinton be chosen as Vice President?
Peep the victory speech.
Marly Pierre-Louis is a passionate promoter for social justice and equality worldwide. Weaned in Brooklyn, raised in Boston and now residing in Philadelphia, it’s no wonder Marly considers herself a vagabond. The funky fresh budget socialite spends most of her days beating the streets of Illadel. A passion for words, beats and laughter is why she joined the collective.
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