August 29, 2008 Obama supporters gather to watch a milestone in American politics Play video

(Scot Yount, NECN: Boston, MA) - Obama supporters gathered in Boston to witness his acceptance of the Democratic presidential nomination.

Obama's success in obtaining the Democratic nomination was indeed a remarkable achievement, reached despite the misgivings of some Americans uncomfortable with electing the son of an African immigrant - not "the typical pedigree," as he put it.

He used his acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention in part to allay those concerns, to show Americans that he is one of them - not born of wealth or privilege, his gains made of hard work and sacrifice.

At the Alchemist Lounge in Jamaica Plain, there was a strong showing of Obama supporters. They all had the feeling that this night, his speech was a milestone in American politics.

Material from the Associated Press is included in this report.