No. 6, 2004 DNC Introduces the Nation to Barack Obama

Welcome to the Top 11 Conventions in U.S. political history. This section is the culmination of two months of research and interviews, and we hope you come back to count down the most memorable conventions each weekday until No. 1 is revealed on Aug. 25, the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Denver.

Monday's memorable convention is No. 6 on the list, the 2004 DNC in Boston.

Barack Obama introduces himself to the nation with his "Audacity of Hope" speech, and in the process becomes a rising star in the party and a stylish pick as a near-future presidential nominee.

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