Hillary Clinton: 'Please Never Stop Believing That Fighting For What's Right Is Worth It'

As you would have most definitely heard by now, Donald Trump is the 45th President of the United States of America. 

In a shock result, Hillary Clinton called Trump to concede the election last night (NZT).

This morning (NZT), Hillary Clinton spoke publicly for the first time after the result - and did with the utmost respect, dignity and sportsmanship - you can watch this above from 6.30s. 

An emotional Clinton says supporters owe Trump an open mind and a chance to lead while Obama invites new President to the White House. 

Quotes and words from Clinton's speech have also been shared on her Twitter account, giving all of us, particularly young woman the hope and guidance they need:

“Last night I congratulated Donald Trump and offered to work with him on behalf of our country.” —Hillary

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

“I hope that he will be a successful president for all Americans.” —Hillary on Donald Trump

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

"This is not the outcome we wanted. I’m sorry we did not win this election for the values we share and the vision we hold for our country."

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

“You represent the best of America, and being your candidate has been one of the greatest honors of my life.” —Hillary to @HFA

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

"I want you to remember this: Our campaign was never about one person or even one election. It was about the country we love.” —Hillary

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

"We have seen that our nation is more deeply divided than we thought. But I still believe in America—and I always will." —Hillary

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

“Donald Trump is going to be our president. We owe him an open mind and the chance to lead.” —Hillary

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

"Our constitutional democracy demands our participation, not just every four years, but all the time." —Hillary

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

"Our responsibility as citizens is to keep doing our part to build that better, stronger, fairer America we seek. And I know you will.”

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

"I want to thank Tim Kaine and Anne Holton for being our partners on this journey." —Hillary

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

"To Barack and Michelle Obama, our country owes you an enormous debt of gratitude. We thank you for your graceful, determined leadership.”

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

"To Bill, Chelsea, Marc, Charlotte, Aidan, our brothers, and our entire family—my love for you means more than I can ever express." —Hillary

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

"This loss hurts. But please never stop believing that fighting for what’s right is worth it." —Hillary

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

"To all the women...who put their faith in this campaign and in me...nothing has made me prouder than to be your champion." —Hillary

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

"We have still have not shattered that highest and hardest glass ceiling. But some day, someone will." —Hillary

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

“I am grateful to our country for all it has given me. I count my blessings every day that I am an American.” —Hillary

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

“We are stronger together and will go forward together. And you should never, ever regret fighting for that.” —Hillary

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

“Let us have faith in each other. Let us not grow weary. Let us not lose heart. For there are more seasons to come and...more work to do.”

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

Scripture tells us: Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season, we shall reap, if we do not lose heart. pic.twitter.com/snXfdLgZq8

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

"To all the little girls watching...never doubt that you are valuable and powerful & deserving of every chance & opportunity in the world."

— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 9, 2016

Hillary Clinton has told how the election result will be painful "for a long time", but urged her supporters to give Donald Trump an opportunity to be a great president with a peaceful transition to power.