Formally accepted as first woman VP nominee at DNC on July 19, 1984.
During the Democratic National Convention on July 19, 1984, Geraldine Ferraro formally accepted the nomination as Vice President. This event marked her official entry into the race as the first female vice-presidential candidate on a major party ticket. Her speech that day emphasized equality and the need for change, energizing supporters and symbolizing the potential for gender parity in politics. Ferraro's acceptance solidified her status as a trailblazer and inspired countless women to pursue leadership roles.