The material contained in this video are the contents of Meryl Streep's first Academy Award for Kramer vs Kramer in 1980.

During her speech she gives praise and thanks to the director, crew members such as costume, lighting etc.

She also goes on to thank her co-star Dustin Hoffman whom also wins for Best Actor this year.

Meryl does not express any of her political concerns during this moment. A moment that will not compare to her future wins because nothing compares to your first.