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History is made in PA: Clinton's DNC Acceptance Speech

Fri Jul 29 08:16:27 EDT 2016
By Vocabulary.com (NY)Visual Thesaurus Moderator
Hillary Clinton became the first woman to act as a major party's presidential nominee on July 28, 2016. Her speech was personal and political, both critical of her opponent and a case for why people should vote for her and not against someone else. Here are 50 words from Clinton's acceptance speech.
radicalize
We will disrupt their efforts online to reach and radicalize young people in our country. It won't be easy or quick, but make no mistake – we will prevail.
inhumane
I believe that when we have millions of hardworking immigrants contributing to our economy, it would be self-defeating and inhumane to kick them out.
disability
I went to work for the Children's Defense Fund, going door-to-door in New Bedford, Massachusetts on behalf of children with disabilities who were denied the chance to go to school.
affordable
If you believe that every man, woman, and child in America has the right to affordable health care…join us. If you believe that we should say “no” to unfair trade deals... that we should stand up to China... that we should support our steelworkers and autoworkers and homegrown manufacturers…join us.
trump
A country where all our children can dream, and those dreams are within reach. Where families are strong… communities are safe…  And yes, love trumps hate.
systemic
So let's put ourselves in the shoes of young black and Latino men and women who face the effects of systemic racism, and are made to feel like their lives are disposable.
divisive
And we will stand up against mean and divisive rhetoric wherever it comes from.
selfless
They were drawn together by love of country and the selfless passion to build something better for all who follow. That is the story of America.
disposable
So let's put ourselves in the shoes of young black and Latino men and women who face the effects of systemic racism, and are made to feel like their lives are disposable.
bombast
So enough with the bigotry and bombast.
turbulence
Anyone reading the news can see the threats and turbulence we face.
contributing
And we'll build a path to citizenship for millions of immigrants who are already contributing to our economy!
infrastructure
In my first 100 days, we will work with both parties to pass the biggest investment in new, good-paying jobs since World War II.  Jobs in manufacturing, clean energy, technology and innovation, small business, and infrastructure.
podium
Now, sometimes the people at this podium are new to the national stage.
entrepreneur
The most innovative entrepreneurs.
mobility
There's too much inequality. Too little social mobility.
closure
From communities ravaged by addiction to regions hollowed out by plant closures.
addiction
From communities ravaged by addiction to regions hollowed out by plant closures.
entertainer
You know, for the past year, many people made the mistake of laughing off Donald Trump's comments – excusing him as an entertainer just putting on a show.
ravaged
From communities ravaged by addiction to regions hollowed out by plant closures.
bigotry
So enough with the bigotry and bombast.
innovative
The most innovative entrepreneurs.
milestone
Tonight, we've reached a milestone in our nation's march toward a more perfect union:  the first time that a major party has nominated a woman for President.
unruly
When representatives from 13 unruly colonies met just down the road from here, some wanted to stick with the King.
enduring
Our Founders embraced the enduring truth that we are stronger together.
motto
Our country's motto is e pluribus unum: out of many, we are one.
immigration
Comprehensive immigration reform will grow our economy and keep families together - and it's the right thing to do.
racism
So let's put ourselves in the shoes of young black and Latino men and women who face the effects of systemic racism, and are made to feel like their lives are disposable.
commitment
We heard from our terrific vice president, the one-and-only Joe Biden, who spoke from his big heart about our party's commitment to working people.
slogan
It's not just a slogan for our campaign.
immigrant
And we'll build a path to citizenship for millions of immigrants who are already contributing to our economy!
thrive
I believe America thrives when the middle class thrives.
empower
So I want to tell you tonight how we will empower Americans to live better lives.
paralysis
Too much paralysis in Washington.
bully
When I tried to hide from a neighborhood bully, she literally blocked the door.
inequality
There's too much inequality. Too little social mobility.
provocation
Donald Trump can't even handle the rough-and-tumble of a presidential campaign.  He loses his cool at the slightest provocation.
deserve
When there are no ceilings, the sky's the limit.  So let's keep going, until every one of the 161 million women and girls across America has the opportunity she deserves.
economy
Now we are clear-eyed about what our country is up against. But we are not afraid. We will rise to the challenge, just as we always have. We will not build a wall. Instead, we will build an economy where everyone who wants a good paying job can get one.
campaign
And to those of you who joined our campaign this week.  And what a remarkable week it's been.
mimic
Or when he mocks and mimics a reporter with a disability.
community
David Brown asked the community to support his force, maybe even join them.
justice
You've put economic and social justice issues front and center, where they belong.
agenda
A bold agenda to improve the lives of people across our country - to keep you safe, to get you good jobs, and to give your kids the opportunities they deserve.
motivate
In this campaign, I've met so many people who motivate me to keep fighting for change.  And, with your help, I will carry all of your voices and stories with me to the White House.
self-control
She said that what worried President Kennedy during that very dangerous time was that a war might be started – not by big men with self-control and restraint, but by little men – the ones moved by fear and pride.
citizenship
And we'll build a path to citizenship for millions of immigrants who are already contributing to our economy!
frustrated
Some of you are frustrated – even furious.
spouse
Let's put ourselves in the shoes of police officers, kissing their kids and spouses goodbye every day and heading off to do a dangerous and necessary job.
dynamic
But just look at the strengths we bring to meet these challenges. We have the most dynamic and diverse people in the world. We have the most tolerant and generous young people we've ever had.

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