Deval Patrick to address Democratic convention

BOSTON -- Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick has landed a speaking slot at the Democratic National Convention.

The state's first black governor will address delegates on Aug. 26, the same night Hillary Rodham Clinton will speak. Her speech coincides with the 88th anniversary of a woman's right to vote.

Patrick endorsed eventual nominee Barack Obama over Clinton in the Democratic primary fight, and he has been mentioned as a member of a potential Obama administration.

The governor said he looks forward to seeking re-election in 2010.

The governor has been serving on the convention's Platform Committee. He said in a statement that he is honored to play a part in a gathering with such historic connotations.

Obama is poised to become the first black nominee of a major political party.