Clinton to supporters: 'I'm sorry'

 Hillary Clinton publicly conceded defeat Wednesday morning, telling a gathering of staffers and media in New York City that her failed presidential candidacy had at long last come to a final, crushing end

"This is painful, and it will be for a long time," she said during her address. "I'm sorry that we did not win this election for the values we hold and the vision we have for this country."

Clinton added, "I know how disappointed you feel, because I feel it to."

"Our best days are still ahead of us," she said, fighting back tears. "I believe we are stronger together and we will go forward together. And you should never, ever regret fighting for that."

"I am incredibly honored and grateful to have had this chance to represent all of you in this consequential election. May God bless you and may God bless the United States of America," the failed presidential candidate concluded.