- the next president of the united states of america, governor bill clinton. - clinton is the first democrat to be elected since 1976, he is a governor from a southern state, and he was representing himself as someone who could speak to the african-american community. - our diversity can be a source of strength in a world that is ever smaller, where everyone counts, and everyone is a part of america's family. [cheers and applause] - it's a new day in america. - six women will serve in the new u.s. senate, including the first black woman. - most women credit anita hill with starting this political movement. they say the rage they felt at her treatment by the senate judiciary committee fueled their campaigns. - it was a hopeful time when women began seizing some of these offices. it sensitized women and minorities to the fact that our voices have to be heard,