acceptance of nomination

acceptance of nomination
A filed approval by the candidate of a nomination as a candidate for public office, sometimes required as a condition of having the name of the candidate printed on the ballot. 25 Am J2d Elect § 133. A formal speech of acceptance by a candidate for President, following his nomination at a national convention of a political party.

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