Ex-US President Barack Obama urges Democrats to act after election victories

Obama credited strong candidates across the country, including in places once considered unlikely prospects for victory. He also thanked election officials and volunteers from both parties for ensuring a smooth vote.

Tonight, the American people sent a clear message — they want a politics that brings people together rather than divides them, and leaders who offer concrete solutions to the challenges they face.

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