Barack Obama has finally claimed his place as the Democratic nominee for President of the United States. Although it has been clear for some time that Mr Obama had the contest against rival Hillary Clinton wrapped up, the Illanois senator had been hesitant to officially claim the mantle. But in a speech in Minnesota the man who was virtually unknown a year ago claimed the victory. "Tonigh More.. t, I can stand before you and say that I will be the Democratic nominee for President of the United States" he told rapturous supporters. Less..