Bill Clinton

2024 - 8 - 22

Bill Clinton: Still Got It - Younger than Trump and Ready to Rumble!

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From youthful quips to political jabs, Bill Clinton proves he’s still a force in politics at the DNC, reminding us all that age is just a number!

Former President Bill Clinton took the stage at the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) with a surprising revelation: he’s actually younger than Donald Trump! With age often being a hot topic in the face of political candidates, especially those in their seventies, Clinton’s cheeky reminder to the audience served not only to lighten the mood but also to underscore a shift in perception among Democratic voters. Rather than seeing age as a liability, they're embracing the experience that comes with it. In a notably measured yet passionate speech, Clinton brought a mix of nostalgia and urgency, reminding delegates that seasoned perspectives are crucial amidst the chaotic political landscape.

Clinton didn’t just stop at age jokes; he also threw some shade at his political rival, Donald Trump. During his address, he focused on highlighting Vice President Kamala Harris's qualities, which he believes make her an exceptional candidate. His praise for Harris, met with cheers from the audience, emphasized her vision, experience, and, yes, even joy in politics – qualities that many believe will be vital for the Democratic campaign in the upcoming election. Full of charisma, Clinton urged delegates not to be complacent, reminding them that the political game is often ruthless and unyielding.

As he rallied the crowd around President Biden's achievements, Clinton’s charisma shone throughout the address. While reminiscing about his past conventions, it was hard not to reflect on his evolution as a political figure – from the youthful firebrand of the 90s to the sage statesman of today. His speech is a testament not only to his enduring presence in American politics but also to the lessons learned over decades of public service. It’s fascinating to see how Clinton has transformed from Barack Obama's “explainer-in-chief

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Bill Clinton in DNC speech: "I'm still younger than Donald Trump" (Axios)

Why it matters: Age was a liability for Democrats when President Biden was on the ticket. Now, it's an asset. In a speech that notably lacked the youthful vigor ...

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Walz, Pelosi, Bill Clinton headline day three of Democratic convention (CNA)

WASHINGTON: Minnesota Governor Tim Walz accepts the Democratic nomination for vice president on Wednesday (Aug 21) with 11 weeks to go before he and ...

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Bill Clinton, in DNC speech, draws stark contrast between Harris ... (CBS News)

Former President Bill Clinton in his DNC address said Harris has "the vision, the experience, the temperament, the will — and yes — the sheer joy to get ...

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Bill Clinton reminds DNC he's actually younger than Trump | CNN ... (CNN)

Former President Bill Clinton reminded the crowd at the 2024 Democratic National Convention that he's younger than Republican presidential nominee Donald ...

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WATCH: Former President Bill Clinton rallies the crowd around ... (NPR)

Former President Bill Clinton spoke to the crowd on Night 3 of the DNC, thanking President Biden for his service, praising Kamala Harris and emphasizing the ...

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How the party left Bill Clinton behind (Politico)

By 2012, then-President Barack Obama dubbed him the “explainer in chief” after Clinton's much lauded convention speech, a nod to his rare talent for distilling ...

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Bill Clinton Seeks to Lift Up Kamala Harris in DNC Speech (The New York Times)

The former president cautioned exuberant delegates at the Democratic National Convention not to be complacent in 2024 because politics is “a brutal, ...

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What time is former president Bill Clinton speaking at the DNC ... (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)

Former president Bill Clinton is scheduled to speak Wednesday night at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. The theme of the night is "Fight For ...

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Bill Clinton Mocks Donald Trump In DNC Speech: “Don't Count The ... (Deadline)

Former President Bill Clinton devoted a great portion of his DNC speech to mocking Donald Trump, even down to his obsession with Hannibal Lecter.

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Tim Walz introduces himself to the nation after Bill Clinton tears into ... (NBC4 Washington)

Tim Walz accepted the Democratic nomination for VP while Bill Clinton ripped into Donald Trump on Day 3 of the 2024 DNC in Chicago.

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Analysis | Bill Clinton was a lion in winter addressing his 12th ... (The Washington Post)

Clinton's political life can be measured by political conventions, like measuring a tree's age from rings on the trunk, from his first in 1980 at age 33 to ...

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A slower, wizened Clinton sinks his fangs into Trump (Politico)

CHICAGO — Bill Clinton served as Barack Obama's economics explainer-in-chief in a memorable speech a dozen years ago at the Democratic convention in ...

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Who spoke at the DNC: Watch speeches from Tim Walz, Bill Clinton ... (NPR)

Day 3 of the Democratic National Convention is a wrap. And while the night was capped with Tim Walz accepting the party's vice presidential nomination, there ...

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WATCH: Bill Clinton speaks at 2024 Democratic National ... (PBS NewsHour)

Before praising Kamala Harris and her ability to move the country forward, Clinton reminded the DNC crowd of Joe Biden's accomplishments, including his ...

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Bill Clinton says choice between Harris and Trump is 'We the people ... (CNBC)

Former President Bill Clinton tore up a draft of his DNC speech after seeing the enthusiasm in Chicago on Monday night.

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Democrats' convention hits third day with Tim Walz and Bill Clinton ... (PBS NewsHour)

The party hopes to build on the momentum that Kamala Harris has brought since joining the race a month ago. Walz, the Minnesota governor, has become known ...

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Bill Clinton jokes in DNC speech that he's 'still younger' than Trump ... (USA TODAY)

Bill Clinton turned 78 on Aug. 19 while Donald Trump celebrated his 78th birthday in June. Age has been talking point of the 2024 Election.

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Bill Clinton and the wide gap in job gains by presidential party (The Washington Post)

Speaking at the Democratic convention, Bill Clinton suggested that the partisan “score” on job creation since the Cold War was 50 million to 1 million.

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Bill Clinton urges Democrats to work for Harris, 'the president of joy ... (SC Daily Gazette)

The last time Bill Clinton gave a speech during the DNC in Chicago, he was accepting the Democratic presidential nomination in 1996.

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Walz's night, Bill Clinton's dig at Trump, influencers flexing clout ... (ABC News)

The Democratic National Convention's third night showcased a familiar former president in Bill Clinton and introduced more Americans to Minnesota Gov.

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'I'm still younger than Donald Trump,' Bill Clinton takes jibe at ... (Livemint)

During his speech at the Democratic convention, Bill Clinton mentioned being younger than Donald Trump and lauded Joe Biden's attributes as President.

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