Montana held a Democratic primary on June 3, 2008. South Dakota held a primary on the same day. Barack Obama was announced the projected winner soon after polls closed. Obama claimed victory in the fight for the democratic nomination in a speech made after the results were announced.
Clinton Refuses to Drop Out
Clinton was widely expected to drop out on June 3 and back Obama in his quest for the presidency. In a speech made in New York after the South Dakota results were projected, she said she would be making "no decision tonight" on the future of her campaign. Her words came after many news outlets were openly discussing Obama's victory.
Early polls
Early polls showed that Barack Obama was favored in the primary by a large margin. Obama needed 26 more delegates to secure the Democratic nomination. He did win Montana, and then went on to win the Democratic Party nomination for president of the United States.
References
Fast Facts
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Fact:
Barack Obama won 56% of the vote
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Fact:
Hillary Clinton received 41% of the vote
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Primary date
June 3, 2008
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At stake
16 delegates
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Fact:
A Republican Caucus was held in February
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Fact:
With South Dakota, last Democratic primary
