From Democratic delegates: Why Hillary Clinton is the best woman for the job

John West, 39, landscape designer from Chicago

John West. (Sarah Wire / Los Angeles Times)

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“We need a leader that's going to build on this legacy that [President] Obama has handed us. And it's not just Obama; it's a lot of people who worked … for the Affordable Care Act, for marriage equality. There's just so much on the line and there's so much work that needs to be honored. Hillary can take the reins, and not only preserve and build upon it and do so much more with it as well."

Bobbie Jean Anderson, 78, retired public defender from South Los Angeles

Bobbie Jean Anderson. (Sarah Wire / Los Angeles Times)

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“Hillary Clinton is by far the most qualified candidate, and her record speaks for itself. She has some negatives, but in the bigger picture I think she will serve us well. I think I would want people to really look at her record. No one is perfect, but she is the most qualified to represent us.�

Ashley Stewart, 34, a lawyer from Ames, Iowa

Ashley Stewart. (Michael Memoli / Los Angeles Times)

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“We want to live in a world of equality, that’s free from racism, free from genderism, free from religious persecution. And we want everyone’s voice to be equally heard.... If you want to become a more welcoming America, then she’s the person you choose.�

Karla Stoebig, 33, veterinary student from Madison, Wis.

Karla Stoebig. (Michael Memoli / Los Angeles Times)

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“She’s pretty darn good, and we need to continue to work hard together. It’s the Democrats that are going to get us as close as we can get to the progressive ideals.�

Jimmie Woods-Gray 74, retired elementary school teacher from Los Angeles

Jimmie Woods-Gray. (Sarah Wire / Los Angeles Times)

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“Hillary is a person I can trust. Hillary has my back and my future. I tell people that because she will protect Social Security, Medicare, public education, which I think is an issue for all of us."

Terry Schanz, 38, chief of staff to California state Sen. Isadore Hall

Terry Schanz. (Sarah Wire / Los Angeles Times)

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"We had a moment where unity wasn't just a word on a poster somewhere. We did it; it actually happened. That's what we need right now. We need to be standing together."

Lakeshia Myers, 32, a teacher from Wisconsin

Lakeshia Myers. (Colleen Shalby / Los Angeles Times)

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"I let individuals know that they have the right to vote. Wisconsin used to have voter ID laws. Hillary wants you to have access to the ballots."