Day 3 at the Democratic National Convention
Relive some of the best moments from Day 3 of the DNC.
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Day 3 of the DNC - The conclusion of the 2012 Democratic National Convention featured Barack Obama's energetic acceptance speech and a glittering host of endorsements from some of the party's favorite figureheads. — Naeesa Aziz (Photo: Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
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“I’m no longer just a candidate. I’m the president.” - President Barack Obama took the stage to accept the nomination for president and gave voters a glimpse into his plans for the next four years. (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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First Family - First lady Michelle Obama and daughters Malia and Sasha Obama listen as the president makes his case for a second term. (Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
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Picture Perfect - President Obama shares an embrace with his family after his acceptance speech. (Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
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Giffords Brings Delegates to Tears - Former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords brought many in the arena to tears when she walked on stage to recite the Pledge of Allegiance Thursday night. Giffords was shot in the head in January 2011 in Tucson, Ariz. (Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
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Mary Sings - Mary J. Blige performed for delegates on the final day. (Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
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Kerry Motivates - Actress Kerry Washington gave a motivational speech and encouraged voters to take the time to get engaged in the political process. (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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Joe Sees the Future - Vice President Joe Biden spoke about the future of America and what he and the president envision for the nation. (Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
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Second Family - Vice President Joe Biden and his wife, second lady Dr. Jill Biden, wave to supporters after the vice president's speech. (Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
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Kerry Has Confidence in Obama - "It took President Obama to make America lead like America again," Sen. John Kerry said in his speech. (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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'The Middle Class Needs' Obama - Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter gave a passionate speech and told voters that Obama is the man for the middle class. (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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Eva at Bat - Actress Eva Longoria lent her voice of support to President Obama's bid for a second term in office. (Photo: Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
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For the Single Moms - Rep. Donna F. Edwards said she is voting for President Obama because he's fighting for single moms like her. (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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Stars and Stripes - Marc Anthony performed the national anthem for delegates. (Photo: Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
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Like JFK - Daughter of slain President John F. Kennedy Caroline Kennedy spoke at the convention Thursday and compared President Obama to her father. (Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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