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By JAchickforObama FKA Annie Oakley Nov 6th 2008 at 7:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:21 pm EST)

filled with tears.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 6th 2008 at 7:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:28 pm EST)

I understand Dionne!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By malaika Nov 7th 2008 at 12:49 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:49 am EST)

Excuse me sir but I think it's ok to be deceived even upset that the candidate you were supporting didn't win these elections.That doesn't give you the right to be so mean, and to talk without respect about the President Obama. Think that no US President was elected at 100% by the population. Deal with the fact that Obama won and nothing will change it,and wait to see the way he'll rule the country for the next 4 years, then judge his presidency.
Also,whateever Obama is Muslim or not, there are so many American mMuslim who love their country and I don't see why they can't rule this country if they have the ability;that's their right as American. But, I think this question is not asked as Barrack Obama is Christian.
God bless America,his people,and his new President, Barrack Obama.

Dina

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By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 5:59 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:59 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that.

Thanks.

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By IRELAND - eagerly awaiting a visit by President O'Bama! :o) Nov 7th 2008 at 7:57 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:57 am EST)

I'm with you Stan. I do hope the First Family do as you suggest.

I share my home with 2 little rescue dogs and I thank God every day that they are a part of my life.

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By Daniel from Douglas City, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 3:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:23 pm EST)

They should ask Cesar Milan from the Dog Whisperer to help pick out the puppy. It'd be a great show and every Hispanic in the country would be happy.

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By Remi from Tracy, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 6:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:09 pm EST)

Malia is allegic to dogs so they have to get a breed that doesn't shed. I said he would look to shelter first, but the non shed is key

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By Maureen from Boca Raton, FL Nov 7th 2008 at 7:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:30 pm EST)

A shelter dog would be ideal but the hyperallegenic dog is the first concern. My recommendation is to adopt a Miniature Schnauzer. They do not shed and are smart, affectionate and love kids.
All the best!

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By Nacola Nov 7th 2008 at 12:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:33 pm EST)

Our Mr. President already said he and Our First Lady will be picking the pup from a resuce shelter. It will probably be the countless faceless pup from Katrina.

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By Marguerite from Shoemakersville, PA Nov 7th 2008 at 3:22 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:22 pm EST)

Dear Mr. President. I heard you speak today about your girl's and wanting a dog. Since your daughter has allergies, I would like to HIGHLY Suggest A Shih Tzu. I have a great little boy and girl I would love your daughters to meet. Both are 1 year old, are potty trained in our home (moving to the big house may cause some issues with finding the right door to go out of). A Shih Tzu would make a Wonderful First Dog, as for they LOVE people, are extremely friendly, easy to care for and are hypo-allergenic! Please consider a Shih Tzu!

Marguerite Rauenzahn
Shih Tzu Mom

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By TrollBuster3000 Nov 7th 2008 at 3:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:32 pm EST)

just heard the press conference! good job. regarding the puppy: you can get a hypoallergenic dog and a rescue dog, no problem! find the breed that you want and then find the rescue org that specializes in that breed. for every breed there is a corresponding rescue group!
good breeds for allergies are terriers like schnauzers, westies, & scotties, bijons, maltese, etc!!
heres a good list of hypoallergenic dogs!
Link

yippee, First Puppy!

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By JED Nov 7th 2008 at 4:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:37 pm EST)

In honor of Senator Ted Kennedy, why not get a Portuguese Water Dog like his two Portys? His Portys are curly-coated. Portys are hypo-allergenic. They have hair rather than furr, do not shed and they have the least amount of dander of any dog. They are great watch dogs and fabulous with children. They love to swim so your girls would have a blast in the White House pool with their Porty. Pepper, my wavy-coated Porty, is the sweetest, smartest pup around. I invested in a Porty because I have severe allergies so, sadly, a rescue was not an option. Here's what I did because I could not rescue: Made donations to the SPCA and Animal Kind.

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By CHELSEA Nov 7th 2008 at 5:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:13 pm EST)

Whatever type puppy the Obamas choose, I want them to name HER after me--CHELSEA!!!!!
I would be deeply honored!
CHELSEA
ARLINGTON, VA

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By CHELSEA Nov 7th 2008 at 5:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:10 pm EST)

I think it would be nice if BO could get a dog from a shelter but that dog must be hypoallergenic due to his daughter's allergies. Few breeds are hypoallergenic dogs so it may be a challange to find a pure breed hypoallergenic dog at a shelter.
Poddles are hypoallergenic, the Standard breed is very loyal, intelligent and gets on well with children.
I hope the Obamas get a hypoallergenic dog and name HER either Collette, Bridgette, or CHELSEA--after me!!!

Chelsea in Arlington, VA

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By Nkminea Nov 7th 2008 at 5:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:05 pm EST)

Thank you! As a muslim American family, it was messages such as yours that gave us hope to continue our endeavors to see our children included in the future of this great nation, regardless of their ethnic and cultural background.

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By Nkminea Nov 7th 2008 at 5:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:06 pm EST)

Thank you Dina! As a muslim American family, it was messages such as yours that gave us hope to continue our endeavors to see oursleves and most importantly our children included in the future of this great nation, regardless of the ethnic and cultural background.

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By Angela from Avon, IL Nov 7th 2008 at 5:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:57 pm EST)

This is very true. Religion is not an issue in this election. Have you heard anything in his campaign that would affect you religiously? I think not. Regardless, he is not muslim.
I however am. I am a muslim American woman. A WHITE American woman. I support our country, I am not a terrorist, unless you consider that stint back in the 70's. Oh wait I was born in 85. Sense the sarcasm?!
It will forever be the irony of America that we are a melting pot where all men are created equal with freedom of religion yet such discrimination exists. It is for freedom of speech I take any time to read ignorant responses.
Thank you however for defending muslims and making a very valid knowledgable statement.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:05 pm EST)

No Obama is not a Muslim. Where is your proof?

Maybe you are in a state of denial.

I will pray for you.

Smile Jesus Loves you :-)

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By Nacola Nov 7th 2008 at 11:44 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:44 am EST)

Are people still talking about silly topics from the general election? Silly season is over!!

Mr. President,

I am so excited to watch you fill your cabinet. I feel the members you have picked for your administration are the positions that needed to be filled first so you can fill the rest. You will do this right so your message and work ethic can start early. I am thrilled that Gibby will be seen atleast once a week. Question Mr. President, do you choose your own White House Press Core??

Mr. President, take your time but work fast, get some sleep but stay focused. This job report is a hard pill to swallow but we can prevail. I trust you and I will follow you.

Warmly,
Nacola

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By dfortruth Nov 7th 2008 at 2:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:32 pm EST)

The Bible says, Satan is the accuser of the brethen: Obama says he accepted Christ as his Lord. And the Word of God say: For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that (whosoever believes in Him) should not perish, but have everlasting life.

God did not say if we believe Obama is a Christian. It says if Obama believes.

No man can call Jesus Lord, but by the Spirit of God.

I will also pray for this person.

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By CHELSEA Nov 7th 2008 at 5:20 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:20 pm EST)

No, Obama is not a muslim, but even if he were (as Gen. Colin Powell stated) SO WHAT!

I would have still voted for BO if he were Muslim!
The vast majority of Muslims--like any other religion--ARE GOOD PEOPLE!!!!
Stop the bigotry.

CHELSEA IN ARLINGTON, VA.

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By Keladry Nov 6th 2008 at 9:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:16 pm EST)

Barack is not a Muslim. Michelle's cousin Capers C. Funnye Jr. is a Jewish Rabbi who leads a congregation.

"The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice." This is his favorite quote. I believe that he'll have a fair and moral foreign policy and defend what is right.

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By WEBMASTER Nov 7th 2008 at 4:24 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:24 am EST)

God loves all His children - John 3:14-17

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By CHELSEA Nov 7th 2008 at 5:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:28 pm EST)

Amen to Pastor Dave!

CHELSEA

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By Jolly, a person of unyielding hope who helped elect President Obama Nov 6th 2008 at 9:20 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:20 pm EST)

RID

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By Jolly, a person of unyielding hope who helped elect President Obama Nov 6th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST)

That was meant for the earlier comment. I guess instead of just RID, I will comment that this person is an example of why we need to fund education in our country. Less ignorance and more HOPE. Oh, what a country.

I am so happy to live in a meritocracy headed by the best person for the job, President Obama.

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By Joyce Nov 6th 2008 at 9:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:35 pm EST)

Have any of you checked this guy out? What he has written on his "blog" is dreadful and much worse than this. Please report him and ignore.

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By LA From FL Nov 6th 2008 at 10:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:35 pm EST)

We won, you lost...so go away.

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By Morgan in Seattle..... ¨ ¨°º¤ ★ Yes We Did! ★ ¤º°¨ ¨ Nov 7th 2008 at 12:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:39 pm EST)

°º¤ ★ President Obama ★ ¤º°

¨°º¤ Yes
¨°º¤ We
¨°º¤ Did!

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By Suzie McKay Nov 6th 2008 at 11:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:06 pm EST)

Go away, you racist pig.

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By Nebulis Nov 9th 2008 at 9:37 am EST (Updated Nov 9th 2008 at 9:37 am EST)

Here trolls, your gonna like this.
Link

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By Ryno Nov 6th 2008 at 11:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:25 pm EST)

You guys are freaking scholars. You DO realize he just selected Rahm Emanuel as Chief of Staff, right? A Jewish guy? Do you see any flaw at all with your logic?

*slaps self in forehead*

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By Nacola Nov 7th 2008 at 12:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:13 pm EST)

Rahm is Indian-American.

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By Nacola Nov 7th 2008 at 12:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:13 pm EST)

Rahm is Indian- American.

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By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Nov 7th 2008 at 3:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:14 pm EST)

No, he is Jewish. Check out Wikipedia.

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By Kristen in Maine Nov 7th 2008 at 3:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:32 pm EST)

His father is from Israel. He is Jewish. But this matters.... why?

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By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Nov 7th 2008 at 4:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:30 pm EST)

Well it MAY indicate that Obama's presidency does not mean the end of Israel, since both Plouffe and Axelrod are apparently also both Jewish. I note this for those Jewish people who are/were so afraid of Obama (my daughter's in-laws.....).

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By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Nov 7th 2008 at 4:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:32 pm EST)

Oh, and also Kristen, I was answering the person above who was asking why it was that Emanuel was not being called out as a Muslim. I said, because he is Jewish.

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By IA for Obama ☮ Nov 7th 2008 at 1:00 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:00 am EST)

This kind of ignorance cost me a friendship. My best friend from high school. One of my bridesmaids at my wedding. Godmother to my first-born child.

As much as I've loved her through the years, it was like a sheet was ripped from her face. And I do mean that literally.

I remember in high school, she said rather simplistically that she didn't get racism. After all, she said, dogs come in all different breeds and colors (and we love dogs), and they don't give a squat what color another dog looks like.

A wisdom, simple and almost facile as it may be, that she had at 14, that she lost by the time when she was 38.

On August 5, the day after Barack's birthday, she called me up. Talk soon turned to politics, and she started spouting hatred towards Muslims. She was convinced that Barack was a Muslim.

I replied that first off, Barack isn't Muslim. But more importantly, I said, why should it matter if he were?

The kind of hatred, bigotry and ignorance you are spouting is doing incredible harm to our country and to people throughout the world.

Barack Hussein Obama is my President. I have worked hard to make it so. I would have worked as hard if he were a Muslim. He is the one we need now.

He isn't a Muslim. But so what if he were?

Stop holding people's religion against them. You are holding us all back. And we desperately need to move forward.

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By Peng in Gresham, OR Nov 7th 2008 at 2:05 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:05 am EST)

Who let the trolls out?

The election is over.

If you cannot now get behind Obama, the President-elect, then are you not unpatriotic? Just saying.

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By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 9:34 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:34 am EST)

Thank You! A Wise man you are. It is time to move forward. Let both Black & White leave racism behind. Those that cling on to it cannot live full & happy lives!

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By CHELSEA Nov 7th 2008 at 5:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:36 pm EST)

Amen IA!
Chelsea

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By vladdybear Nov 7th 2008 at 2:57 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:57 am EST)

I will tell you what he really is: A true Maverick!

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By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that. Everyone please encourage our new President to do so.

Thanks.

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By LenaX Nov 7th 2008 at 9:31 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:31 am EST)

That's so sad, it's better to be quietly ignorant, than to show the massess the earnestness of your own stupidity. --Lisa Thomas

(you can quote me on that)

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By Nacola Nov 7th 2008 at 12:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:28 pm EST)

You go Lisa!

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By Jim B from NC, ... now ... the hard work starts. Nov 7th 2008 at 9:32 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:32 am EST)

Racist coward. Yeah, I am talking to you.

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By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Nov 7th 2008 at 4:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:34 pm EST)

I loved how on Jon Stewart someone noted that you have this unaccomplished, uneducated white guy who thinks he is superior because of the color of his skin........hilarious. Barack is TEN TIMES the man these racists are or could ever hope to be.

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By Jolly, a person of unyielding hope who helped elect President Obama Nov 6th 2008 at 9:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:06 pm EST)

My election night was a whirlwind. I served on the Colorado voter protection team in Englewood, Colorado. After the polls closed, I headed out at top legal (?) speed to make it back to Boulder in time to see the win announced with my diehard Mama for Obama. I missed my turn, got lost and almost ended up in Ft. Collins. However, I finally re-oriented myself and got home just in time to see VA called for Obama. At that point I went to the fridge to get out the champagne to celebrate VA and was on the phone celebrating with a friend when my Mom screamed out our win. Texts from fellow volunteers and friends from all over the country and one from Uganda were to follow. I then headed across town to watch Barack speak at a friends house with a heart filled with hope and a head filled with a sense of accomplishment. I was headed home to bed, since I had an early flight back to NY in the morning, when I came across a large group of Obama supporters celebrating our victory and an Obama Blue Colorado in the middle of Pearl Street in downtown Boulder. So I parked my car and I joined them.

Here is the video... Link

Can you feel the HOPE!!! Right before bed I got the most wonderful message from a friend in Chicago who had taken to the streets and she told me she was certain that as irrational as it sounded that I had made this possible and for that moment it really felt like I had. God Bless Toot, God Bless President Obama and God Bless America

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By Celtic Nov 6th 2008 at 7:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:29 pm EST)

Ten Facts You Need To Know About Rahm Emanuel Link

Al Gore group urges Obama to create U.S. power grid Link

Ted Kennedy to Move on Health When Obama Gives Go-Ahead Link

Obama conisders creation of White House Energy Security Council Link

Happy Obama Pictures Link

Obama Likely to Win Omaha Electoral Vote Link
Barney Bites Reporter: THE VIDEO Link
President-Elect Obama's economic transition advisers Link
Obama's Big Fat Problems Link
Barack Sinatra Link
Change.Gov- The New Obama Transition Site Link
Italy's Berlusconi hails "suntanned" Obama Link
McCain's closest aide: The press wanted to "embarrass the sh** out of" McCain Link
VIDEO- Got Post-Election Blues? Link
Robert Gibbs to be White House Press Secretary Link
Biden Sees Mondale as Model Link
Birth of a trend? Baby Obama born in Florida Link
VIDEO- Countdown- Worst Persons In The.... Oh Nevermind Link
VIDEO: David Letterman's Late Show Election Night Recap Link
MUST-SEE-- FOX Video report: There will be an "avalanche" for "many days" of the "foibles of Sarah Palin" Link
McCain senior advisor Scheunemann fired for "trashing" staff Link
Obama is first Democrat to win Florida's Hispanic vote Link
VIDEO- The reaction of the ladies on "The View" on the election Link
VIDEO- Indecision 2008: America's Choice - Barack Obama Wins Link
Obama's Big Pennsylvania Head Fake Link
Newsweek goes behind the scenes: McCain In The Dark, Obama Threats, And More Link
VIDEO- Bush: Obama can count on 'complete cooperation' Link
Obama Quote of the Day Link
VIDEO- Postcard to U.S. President: Baghdad Link
VIDEO- Spontaneous Celebration Outside The White House Last Night Link
Obama narrowly takes 1st Indiana win since LBJ Link
Palin "Shopping Spree" Bigger Than Reported Link
How'd That Fear Mongering With The Jews Work For Ya? Link
VIDEO- President-Elect Barack Obama in Chicago Link
Quote Of The Day!!! Link
Election Night In A Single Picture Link

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By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that. Everyone please encourage our new President to do so.

Thanks.

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By Celtic Nov 6th 2008 at 7:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:29 pm EST)

Ten Facts You Need To Know About Rahm Emanuel Link

Al Gore group urges Obama to create U.S. power grid Link

Ted Kennedy to Move on Health When Obama Gives Go-Ahead Link

Obama conisders creation of White House Energy Security Council Link

Happy Obama Pictures Link

Obama Likely to Win Omaha Electoral Vote Link
Barney Bites Reporter: THE VIDEO Link
President-Elect Obama's economic transition advisers Link
Obama's Big Fat Problems Link
Barack Sinatra Link
Change.Gov- The New Obama Transition Site Link
Italy's Berlusconi hails "suntanned" Obama Link
McCain's closest aide: The press wanted to "embarrass the sh** out of" McCain Link
VIDEO- Got Post-Election Blues? Link
Robert Gibbs to be White House Press Secretary Link
Biden Sees Mondale as Model Link
Birth of a trend? Baby Obama born in Florida Link
VIDEO- Countdown- Worst Persons In The.... Oh Nevermind Link
VIDEO: David Letterman's Late Show Election Night Recap Link
MUST-SEE-- FOX Video report: There will be an "avalanche" for "many days" of the "foibles of Sarah Palin" Link
McCain senior advisor Scheunemann fired for "trashing" staff Link
Obama is first Democrat to win Florida's Hispanic vote Link
VIDEO- The reaction of the ladies on "The View" on the election Link
VIDEO- Indecision 2008: America's Choice - Barack Obama Wins Link
Obama's Big Pennsylvania Head Fake Link
Newsweek goes behind the scenes: McCain In The Dark, Obama Threats, And More Link
VIDEO- Bush: Obama can count on 'complete cooperation' Link
Obama Quote of the Day Link
VIDEO- Postcard to U.S. President: Baghdad Link
VIDEO- Spontaneous Celebration Outside The White House Last Night Link
Obama narrowly takes 1st Indiana win since LBJ Link
Palin "Shopping Spree" Bigger Than Reported Link
How'd That Fear Mongering With The Jews Work For Ya? Link
VIDEO- President-Elect Barack Obama in Chicago Link
Quote Of The Day!!! Link
Election Night In A Single Picture Link

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By Celtic Nov 6th 2008 at 7:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:32 pm EST)

The site burped.

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By maria from europe Nov 6th 2008 at 7:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:36 pm EST)

lolol

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 6th 2008 at 7:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:49 pm EST)

I second that. hahaha.

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By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that. Everyone please encourage our new President to do so.

Thanks.

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By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:01 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:01 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that. Everyone please encourage our new President to do so.

Thanks.

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By A fellow patriot Nov 6th 2008 at 8:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:04 pm EST)

I spent my election night with three of my children ages 10, 10 and 15. I talked and listened to them about what was going on. When Pennsylvania went our way I explained to them why we will win. About that time, one of my 10 year old sons, Michael, told me he knew what "E Pluribus Unum" means. I asked him to tell me and he said "Out of many, one" and I was proud (later, after he had already gone to bed, President-Elect Obama used that phrase in his speech; overwhelming)
As the time went along, I explained to them that a 11PM, when California chimes in, we will have a knew President. I pointed out to them they would not like President Obama too much. They asked why and i said, "Now you all can not tell me you can't ever again". To which they replied, Aw Dad and we laughed. After eleven, Michael was the only one who stayed up. After Senator McCain spoke, Michael then went to bed. I was sorry they couldn't hear President Obama's speech, but I was proud they stayed up that long (Of course, my daughter missed her bus and I had to driver to school in the morning, but that was OK too)
I felt like my Mother must have felt when she allowed us to watch Senator Kennedy get elected.

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By Connie_W in Arizona Nov 7th 2008 at 5:11 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:11 am EST)

I loved your story. Your kids are what we were fighting for. You sound like a wonderful parent.

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By Stephen C. Rose in NYC Nov 6th 2008 at 8:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:14 pm EST)

T H U R S D A Y

Why Barack Obama Will Not Be Another LBJ
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with updates all day including -- If the no-drama mantra is operative, Rahm will be a more controlled operative than noted in the RS article below and Larry Summers, who has been revealed to me to be more than simply a loose cannon, call his behavior erratic and you get the idea, will not become Treasury chief (the no-retread rule would also apply). There are better choices for Treasury and the no-drama rule needs to survive a few tests to establish Barack's administrative creds from the gitgo. End of pontification. + McCain's K St. greed mongers + 4 Senate Cliffhangers + Oregon called for Merkley + Basic Rahm ht Andrew Sullivan, etc. + Transition setup day 2 + Chicago-DC twists & turns + Palin denouement VIDEO & text

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By Stephen C. Rose in NYC Nov 6th 2008 at 10:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:18 pm EST)

I have set up a page $1000 for the Obama Movement at the urging of some of you who would like to show support for my blogging efforts. I am very touched by this. If I reach the goal I will set up another. Thanks in advance.

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By Stephen C. Rose in NYC Nov 7th 2008 at 9:09 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:09 am EST)

F R I D A Y

Rahm Reaction + Red Sex/Blue Sex + California Careening
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with updates including -- Barack's Brain Trust + Georgia's cluster bomb still pose a threat. We are not all Georgians.

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Most recent Huff post: Could Barack Obama Suffer The Fate of LBJ>
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I have set up a page $1000 for the Obama Movement at the urging of some of you who would like to show support for my blogging efforts. I am very touched by this. If I reach the goal I will set up another. Thanks in advance. Link

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By Stephen C. Rose in NYC Nov 7th 2008 at 12:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:26 pm EST)

I am getting the impression that change.gov might be replacing this as the main Obama blog. That makes more sense than trying to update what has been a campaign oriented site. It is a very well done site, I feel.

There is a blog there which is presently not active, save for a post or two.

I am not sure about any of this. Just thinking out loud.

The transfer of much material -- issues and so forth -- there also opens the door to creating this as a continuing Obama Movement venue which might carry on in the spirit of this, as so much community has been built up here.

It would be nice to have some info from folk who know.

Cheers, S

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By Mary Bailey Nov 7th 2008 at 2:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:18 pm EST)

Stephen, I was wondering if the new site gives us the opportunity to stay as a OBAMA BLOG-FAMILY. I AM NOT READY TO HAVE MY LIFELINE CUT. THANK YOU

MARY THE CARPENTER

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:39 pm EST)

My election night was filled with tears, hope, joy, pride, love, peace, inspiration, compassion,
love and very blessed to see this day!

Thank You Jesus!!

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By silvergirl Nov 7th 2008 at 5:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:49 pm EST)

I was a nervous wreck! I couldnt eat, I was just glued to the TV going back and forth between CNN and MSNBC. Soon as the west coast polls closed, 11PMEST, they made the announcement and I still couldnt quite believe it. I refused to go to bed until about 2am, thinking they may have made a mistake. I woke up at 5am and turned on the TV just to make sure it really happened.

This country is so blessed that a man of such greatness will lead us. Thank you to everyone who voted. We did it!

I was a Hilary supporter at first but switched my vote to Obama when she started to get a litte bitter. I remember her speech about how 'a great celestial light will come pouring from the sky' or something like that.

Barack's ideas were a bit Utopian, too good to be true for us jaded Americans having had 8 years of Bush. But I thought, why not? Who better to dream big than our President? Who better to have grand ideas of peace and prosperity? The more I listened to him, the more I wanted it, the more everyone wanted it. And we got the chance to have it. FINALLY!!!

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By EAST INDIAN Nov 6th 2008 at 8:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:16 pm EST)

OBAMA :) YOU ROCK!!!

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By Donna from River Rouge, MI Nov 6th 2008 at 9:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:49 pm EST)

wow dude you need to grow up

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By EAST INDIAN Nov 6th 2008 at 8:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:25 pm EST)

PRESIDENT OBAMA!!! YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ROCK!!! WE LOVE YOU :)

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By Keladry Nov 6th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST)

Could you please stop using vulgarities. It reflects badly on yourself.

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By Joyce Nov 6th 2008 at 9:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:46 pm EST)

Please ignore this person (p from Front Royal) . First click on his name so you can see that he is much worse than you might think.

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By Tamsin Nov 6th 2008 at 10:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:17 pm EST)

I really wish I hadn't---eyeballs still on fire.

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By Archaeology Jim Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 9:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:18 pm EST)

Royal,

I understand your frustration but please have a little class. Children read this blog (smart ones anyway).

Be respectful of yourself and to others. We are all in this together.

Now, we all have work to do, TOGETHER!

Time to be a real American and pull your own weight and put something positive into this situation.

Now, take a deep breath and let's all move forward together!

What do you say? Are you ready to do your part for our country? For our children? For America?

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By Jean Nov 6th 2008 at 9:20 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:20 pm EST)

Love you anyway P. Give him a chance. You may be surprised.

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By Joyce Nov 6th 2008 at 9:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:50 pm EST)

Have you clicked on his name and read what he has written?

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 6th 2008 at 10:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:10 pm EST)

Why do you have so much hate in you? What did Barack do you?

Smile Jesus Love You :-)

I will pray for you!

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By kck Nov 6th 2008 at 10:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:12 pm EST)

Mr. Obama and Mr. Biden - Congratulations on a well earned victory. We've all been working, hoping, and praying and never thought we'd see this day. I'm so humbled and proud of the United States. Here's to a brighter tomorrow. Our thoughts are with you as you begin this journey.

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By American Woman Nov 6th 2008 at 10:20 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:20 pm EST)

Election night will be remembered by my husband, two daughters and myself forever. We all helped with the campaign in one way or another and felt a great sense of pride upon learning of Barack Obama's victory. We shared the night with family friends, had a great dinner together and celebrated later with loud cheers, laughter and tears of joy. We are thrilled at the outcome of this election and we stand ready to support President-Elect Obama in every way.

God bless President Obama and God bless America.

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By Michael Nov 6th 2008 at 11:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:50 pm EST)

I am glad I voted for Obama, not because of race, or beliefs, but because he seems to truely debate on his own decisions. Whomever runs our country, whatever human (man, women, black, white, etc), must be able to look beyond themselves to our country, and at our current precident, at the world at large, and make decisions that effectively include everyone. May you continue to look at your personal beliefs and include the beliefs of everyone in your decisions. We are a country that has made decisions based on singular beliefs without regard to those that it may affect. I am glad that a person who has interspective debates will decide the fate of our nation. And that mine will decide the decisions that I control.

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By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 4:00 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:00 am EST)

I apologize for the incredible joke of the president Silvio Berlusconi.
Every country has the president it deserves. Italy Silvio Berlusconi deserves, you Barak Obama. I am happy for you

An Italian sad

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By Giuseppe from Italy Nov 7th 2008 at 2:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:31 pm EST)

i am an italian citizen and i agree what you say, berlusconi is just a little idiot stupid man and what he can say is stupid and idiot .. well what we can do for that? lots people and me also here we feel suntannizeds now loyals with Obama
we hope Obama help us to change also in the next election

another sad italian just happy for Obama

BERLUSCONI GO HOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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By Susan Nov 7th 2008 at 10:51 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:51 am EST)

Election night was wonderful. My whole family celebrated together even though most of them were in different parts of the country. We all stayed connected through phones during the evening and we all screamed together in delight when the announcement was made. And fyi - I'm a middle aged Jewish woman!

Remember everyone that probably at least 1/2 of the people who didn't vote for Obama have totally bought in to the lies and smears that have been said about him repeatedly over the last 20 months. It's hard to believe how they can't see the truth and recongnize the kindness, humility and intelligence of our new President but they can't see it yet. Our job is to give them a little time and help them to see the truth. If someone gets on this blog and states their negative beliefs instead of attacking them, let's educate them.
I know lots of Hillary supporters who by the end of the Primary hated Obama because they believed all the negative things and were angry that he beat their candidate. The vast majority of those people came not only to like Obama but to love him. Several have said to me, once they started to really look into him - not through the eyes and voice of his opponents but through their own eyes and through Obama's own voice - they saw this exceptional person and wondered where he came from!!! I told them that his is the same person now as he was during the primary and they realize that this is true but they just couldn't see it then.
So give these people time. Direct them to information to educate them. Post links for them to learn the truth. Remember Obama says you have to speak to your enemy and find common ground. Let's model ourselves after his fine example.

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By Obama Believer In So Cal Nov 7th 2008 at 3:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:57 pm EST)

Incredible! It felt so reassuring to see so many in our country happy and celebrating. I've never seen anything like it.

I'm a recovering Republican, white, middle-aged female - as I watched the campaign unfold I knew..... so I registered Non-partisan, donated and voted Barack!

As far as the First Pup - best of luck with your decision! It's not ours to make.

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By Jericho from Thousand Oaks, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 4:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:10 pm EST)

First I am so moved by the result of this election, I believe it is a step forward on the path to true equality in this country. I wish my mother were still a live to see this historic event, she thought so highly of our president elect.

As for the dog, here in the Los Angeles area there are groups that rescue all types of purebred dogs. There is a group for every dog out there. At this point in time it should not be that hard to find a hypoallergenic dog to rescue because many Americans simply cannot afford to care for their pets under these hard economic times. I am sure there are rescue organizations in Chicago and even DC that would have a dog that is perfect for the first daughters.

Good luck to the new first family, including the first grandma. May God Bless you all and may God Bless America.

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By wellingtonnz Nov 7th 2008 at 4:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:23 pm EST)

i think you should get a pug for the whitehouse. or 2. they travel very well are good with dignitaries (they look great dressed in black tie or a fine dress) and can be trained to speak english (well almost)..

choosing a pug will bring the world to your doorstep.

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By Nicole Nov 8th 2008 at 12:14 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:14 am EST)

It is one of the many clever steps took Pres. Elect Obama keeping this site open.

Hopefully soon start announcing many new cabinet activities transparency in this site so public became aware how things going on in his administration on his first term.

I heard today from a roomers that in this site already announced for (look for a job your convenience and register) I don’t know if some one aware by this announcements in this site.

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By Brian in St. Louis Nov 6th 2008 at 7:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:24 pm EST)

Very Cool. Thanks for the pics.

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By Morgan in Seattle..... ¨ ¨°º¤ ★ Yes We Did! ★ ¤º°¨ ¨ Nov 6th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST)

Great Pictures! :)

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By ♥ dreamweaver "Grab A Mop" ♥ aka Vicki from Iowa Nov 6th 2008 at 7:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:56 pm EST)

Yeah cried all the way through them. When will my tears end? Happy tears.

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By Global Citizen Linda Nov 6th 2008 at 11:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:57 pm EST)

thanks a lot for these fantastic photos!!

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By Dinora Nov 6th 2008 at 7:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:26 pm EST)

thank for bringing back to life the thread lol we felt lonely without you guys :)

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By tim Nov 6th 2008 at 7:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:27 pm EST)

There is an argument on Obama's policy on Gun control.

Gun owner friends of mine say that "Obama is going to take our guns away" that he "will take away our Constitutional rights"

How would Obama answer this concern

Tim Williams

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By Brian in St. Louis Nov 6th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST)

Heres his policy on Hunting/Gun Rights etc.

Link

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By Dude for Hope who is really, really proud to be an Iowan Nov 6th 2008 at 10:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:55 pm EST)

My cousin in Colorado says that people are rushing to gun shops because of the rumor that Obama will increase taxes on guns and ammo by 500%. I'll bet the gun shops are spreading the rumor, hoping to cash in.

More lies by the NRA. Link

They are in the pocket of the gun manufacturers who are afraid he will close the gun show loophole. They make hundreds of millions of dollars selling assault rifles and other combat arms through gun shows. The guns are bought by smugglers who sell them to drug gangs in Mexico and South America. I hope he does take action.

Obama supports the rights of hunters and fishermen. See Link

The American Hunters & Shooters Association supported Barack Obama for President. See Link

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 6th 2008 at 7:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:27 pm EST)

So Moving!!

What a moment!!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By Gladbag from Virginia - proud supporter of President Obama Nov 6th 2008 at 7:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:27 pm EST)

Full of joy, tears, relief, pride.

It appears the Obama family had much more poise than my family - we were jumping up and down, running around the room, crying, laughing and taking pictures of the TV screen (dont ask!).

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By Tracy in CT Nov 6th 2008 at 7:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:35 pm EST)

lol.... that sounds like what was going on in my house!!!

: )

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By Vanessa4Obama/Biden Nov 6th 2008 at 7:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:53 pm EST)

We were shouting and crying. Some friends of ours grabbed pots and pans and ran down the street banging them.

We were calling and texting friends.

We drank champaign.

We heard fireworks.

People took to the streets and were cheering, and honking car horns.

I've never experienced an election night like this.

It was amazing!!!!!

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By Map Nov 6th 2008 at 10:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:26 pm EST)

Nerve-wracking...exciting...he artfelt...proud...
historical...satisfying...fun. ..emotional...
memorable...life-changing...th ankful...monumental.

I've been following Senator Obama's path since August of 2004...our country is so blessed to have him as the next Commander-in-chief.

How He Did It | Report to Admin

By Morgan in Seattle..... ¨ ¨°º¤ ★ Yes We Did! ★ ¤º°¨ ¨ Nov 6th 2008 at 7:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:29 pm EST)

You won't be disappointed if you read this article... well actually is is more like a short book. There are 7 Chapters! lol :D

°º¤ ★ How He Did It ★ ¤º°

A team of NEWSWEEK reporters reveals the secret battles and private fears behind an epic election........ Link

Also, this may sound a little corny but I would love it if you would take a moment, go to my blog and leave a message about what this moment means to you. I have met a lot of great people here, we have smiled, laughed, fought and even shed tears together. Your words will help me come back to this moment for years to come and allow me to share it with my son. I never want to forget what this felt like.

If you haven't already, please take a moment and write a few words....... Link

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By Dinora Nov 6th 2008 at 7:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:31 pm EST)

Here we go again beautiful pic. I'm crying again it just feels like it just happen :*)

Prop 8 petition | Report to Admin

By T Nov 6th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST)

Petition to re-open prop 8 in CA.
Link

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By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 8:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:05 pm EST)

Thanks, I just signed it.

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By Suzie McKay Nov 6th 2008 at 10:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:58 pm EST)

Can I sign it if I live in Nevada? Will my signature count?

BTW, Lynn, nice story on your personal blog about your visit here.

AND THANKS FOR THE OBAMA COOKIES! They arrived today - they are really so much more beautiful than I had imagined.

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By T Nov 7th 2008 at 3:43 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:43 am EST)

Yes everyone can sign, you don't have to live in CA.

TUESDAY NIGHT I WAS THERE | Report to Admin

By Mary Bailey Nov 6th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST)

HI CHRIS , IT WAS UNBLIEVABLE, WE WERE COUNTING
BY STATES AND PEOPLE WERE CALLING FROM THE DIFFERENT STATES. WHEN PRES.BARACK CAME OUT WE LOST IT. NEVER IN MY YEARS HAVE I SEEN THIS MUCH LOVE FOR A PRESIDENT IN THE PEOPLE OF CHICAGO. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR LETTING ME BE A PART OF THE COMMUNITY HG BLOG....

MARY THE CARPENTER

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 6th 2008 at 7:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:43 pm EST)

Tuesday, I helped to prepare a campaign official "watch the election party". Then I wanted to come back home to take my laptop (there was a blogging center there) or to stay home, depending on the atmosphere on the blog.

I couldn't leave the party place. There were always new people who didn't register to attend who came to ask questions. At 3 am, people were queuing, hoping to enter.

I stayed at home. A spoke on the phone with a friend of mine who created a profile just before election day. She went to bed at 3 am, put her cell phone under her pillow and told me to phone when the result will be sure if it will be Obama. She did want to wake up her boyfriend who had to go to office (she don't work, and I took a day off). I wake her up at 4:45 am, telling her that it was Barack and that he would be speaking in a few minutes.

She is black, from the French Antilles, and suddenly became very emotional.

It was not time anymore for me to go to the party, which was planned to end at 6 am, because I in no way wanted to miss Barack speach live. In plus, when they show it back now, they cut the end, when both familly are huggings on the stage. I love the hugs at 4 people, with President Elect, First Lady, Vice-President Elect and Vice-First Lady.

I went to bed at 9:30 am Wenesday morning and woke up at 7:30 pm... Went to bed when it was day, wake up and took my victory breakfast when it was night !

My friend told me she tried to buy a newspaper with Barack's photo on the front page, but that she had to go to several shops to find one because at the end of the morning all the shops had been devastated.

Today, all the newspapers still had big pics of Barack on the front page.

I saw one of the title which was that 72 % of the French were happy for Obama. Don't know were they find this number. Seems weak to me...

I went to the drugstore after office, and my pharmacist, who knew I was blogging here nights and days congrats me warmly. He was very happy too.

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 6th 2008 at 7:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:49 pm EST)

Below is a special message for those who remember my Air Hostess message before the VoteForChange Airlines plane took off :

ARRIVALS
08.11.04

Operated by :VoteForChange Airlines
Flight number : BOJO 08
From : Every States
To : the White People House

Status : landed on time, 9pm EDT
Gate : 1
Red carpet, lounge of honor,
Entrance in History...

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By Steven Hussein Obamanaut Nov 6th 2008 at 7:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:55 pm EST)

Very nice Hélène!

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 6th 2008 at 8:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:12 pm EST)

Oooops, it was easy to see it on the last thread because of the question I was asked, but I must add here that this (my 1st post), happened in Paris, France !!!!!!!!

(for those who don't know I'm French).

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By Emma, who uses my husband's sign-on, since mine got messed up long, long ago. Nov 6th 2008 at 7:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:45 pm EST)

great pictures. Thanks! Now it feels like I was there.
Actually, I was across the street, with neighbors and friends, tunned in to CNN and following the electoral map on the laptop.
Even the kids were following along.
What a night! I could still cry. I'll never forget this day.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 6th 2008 at 7:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:55 pm EST)

I second that! I love the picture with Joe and the kids :)

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 6th 2008 at 8:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:14 pm EST)

The pic of Joe with Sasha is just simply gorgious !!!

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By Emma, who uses my husband's sign-on, since mine got messed up long, long ago. Nov 6th 2008 at 8:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:19 pm EST)

Ahhhhhhhhh!
So nice to see the old familiar faces.
I logged on last night, and although it was nice to see so many enthusiastic supporters, I missed the old crew.
Good to see you all again!

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 6th 2008 at 8:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:30 pm EST)

Thanks, Emma ! You expressed exactly what I felt !!!

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By ("AKA")4Obama/Biden"Fired UpinAZ" Nov 6th 2008 at 8:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:41 pm EST)

Hey Lace and everyone here,

I am hoping that there is some way that we can keep this blog. I would grieve you guys if I can't check-in to see whats going on.

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By Barbara"Hussein-fistbump" BaRock-O-Biden Nov 6th 2008 at 7:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:51 pm EST)

President Obama, every time I hear your name or voice, a smile comes on my face. Tears fill my eyes. Joy fill my heart.

God has heard from America and began to heal the land we all love so much.

My 81yr old father and I cry every time we speak of you. He almost died last yr. He says he is so glad he lived to see this day. And so am I.

Thank you Mr President for loving Loving the people of US of America.

Love

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By Barry Nov 6th 2008 at 10:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:05 pm EST)

I have to be honest. I respect and congratulate the man, but this is behavior fitting for deity worship, which makes me a bit uneasy.

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By Suzie McKay Nov 6th 2008 at 11:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:01 pm EST)

R
I
D

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By Obamaismyguy! Nov 6th 2008 at 11:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:43 pm EST)

I don't think of it as deity worship. I "loved" John Kennedy when he was president also, but didn't "worship" him.

When I say I "love" Barack, I am referring to his goodness, kindness, intelligence, and the way he cares about others. I "love" my priest too, and I even worship with him, but I certainly don't deify him.

I think you are overthinking some of these remarks. Everyone on this blog is just so happy that their long pent-up emotions are finally able to come out amongst people who feel the same way.

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By Barry Nov 7th 2008 at 11:44 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:44 am EST)

Thanks for your comment. Emotion has played a huge part in this campaign and victory, to be sure.

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By Peng in Gresham, OR Nov 7th 2008 at 12:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:36 pm EST)

I have noticed that "hero-worship" verges on "deity-worship", too, to the extent that McCain/Palin supporters could not see the huge flaws that were in their candidates, that we Obama supporters could see very clearly. Anyway, I do thank people like you that disagree for helping us to stay honest, though, and you should try it on yourself, and ask if you have any biases that cloud your judgment.

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By Keladry Nov 6th 2008 at 7:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 7:55 pm EST)

Hey guys,

www dot change dot gov is now up. They're hiring people for the Obama / Biden administration. I believe they need passionate people like you guys. Do consider surfing over for a look!

Link

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By Cathy Anderson Nov 6th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST)

Thank you so much for the fast information on www.change.gov! This is the beginning of so much work to do -- and Yes, We Can do it! I applied!

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By Jill K from RedondObama Beach, CA Nov 6th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST)

I filled out the application request earlier today. I wonder if everyone will get part 2, or if there's some filtering process that will happen first.

That website is utterly brilliant and genius, and exactly the reason I gave undecideds and Republicans for why I thought he'd be so much better for this country than the previous administration.

We FINALLY have a President who is

OF the people
BY the people and
FOR the people!

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By DianaKay Nov 7th 2008 at 2:56 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:56 am EST)

Thanks for posting the link! I applied, just in case my skills can be put to use.

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By WELCOME TO THE WHITE HOUSE MR. PRESIDENT!!! Nov 6th 2008 at 8:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:07 pm EST)

Wade from Patterson, LA you have posted this or similar comments repeatedly on various threads but you should know that President Elect Obama nor his staff have time to read these boards. There for us to share are thoughts and ideas with one another.

Instead you may want to send your comments to HQ under contacts us at he top of the page.

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By jordan from manchester CT Nov 6th 2008 at 8:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:04 pm EST)

i was in Hartford ct at union station party with a few hundred obama supporters a night i will never forget.........did any one see he has his government website up already Link

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 6th 2008 at 8:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:09 pm EST)

Love sooooooooooooo much the pics above !!!!!!!!!

Want to keep them for ever !!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks to have taken them for us, HQ !

Just submit my e-mail adress and my famous French zip code on the new site. I supposed they will attribute me Texas again...

Hope it will be possible to bring our screen names there ??? Or will it be not serious enough now ??? I would miss it ! I want to stay "Hélène, with an H... like in Barack !" for ever !

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By Anita -- "Be the Change You Want to See in the World" - Gandhi Nov 6th 2008 at 8:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:45 pm EST)

Hi Helene! :-)

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 6th 2008 at 8:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:51 pm EST)

Hi, Anita !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Will phone you soon to celebrate !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 8:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:09 pm EST)

I have to tell you guys this story.

After they announced Barack won my phone started ringing. While I was on the phone I heard someone yelling. Opened the bedroom door and it was my husband. He opened the door and yelled outside, " OBAMA!" THEN FU MCCAIN. Well, the neighbor across from us was opening her door at the same time he was yelling and he startled her so she closed it and put the TV on. Then she started clapping.

My husband had so much pent up inside he had to let it out.

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By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 8:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:19 pm EST)

He also went and yelled it out from the window.

Now his voice is low. LOL

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 6th 2008 at 8:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:34 pm EST)

ROFLMAO !!!! Can imagine it !!! Would have done the same thing !!!

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By BarakaWolf the GREEN WOLF Nov 7th 2008 at 9:04 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:04 am EST)

The reaction here was CRAZY.

The elections board here holds a big shindig at the fairgrounds on Election Night and it's the #1 social event of the year. There must have been 1,000+ people in the hall and when 8 o'clock rolled around and the West Coast polls closed, CNN came on with..._not_ "Election Projection" but "BREAKING NEWS" and then announced that Barack Obama had won the election...

...and. The place. EXPLODED.

We knew he had it in the bag 90 minutes before the announcement. Pennsylvania tipped for him, placing him within 74 EVs and we knew the West Coast states had that between them. Local campaign office pretended that it wasn't a mathematical victory, but we knew it was coming up. We went ballistic anyway. Imagine 1,000+ throats ecstatically screaming for all they're worth, for a solid minute.

Yeah, Grant Field in microcosm, I know. But it was thrilling. I cried like an idiot and a photographer took a bunch of photos of me. If you see a photo of a grey-curly-haired woman in a purple brocade pyrate coat, tears streaming down her cheeks, that's me.

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By MJ Nov 6th 2008 at 8:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:10 pm EST)

The MSM is already starting with Barack's
"to do" list. Personally I wish him some sleep.

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By Keladry Nov 6th 2008 at 8:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:25 pm EST)

Barack won't sleep. He wants to be a Great leader, and he'll work his ass off to make it happen. He's that dedicated. :)

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By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Nov 6th 2008 at 8:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:12 pm EST)

President-elect Obama-- we elected the RIGHT person for the job for a change. Thank goodness!

Now, it is time to reach out to those we know whose votes we did not earn-- they need to know that they are not excluded for the next four years. The Obama administration will neither be a "permanent campaign," nor an "us against them" agenda like we have had in our politics for so long now.

I'm so honored to be a part of this with all of you-- and now, the work is about to begin in earnest!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 6th 2008 at 8:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:17 pm EST)

I agree Kim!

Hug to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By Livvy Nov 6th 2008 at 8:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:24 pm EST)

Kim, you know I respect your opinion.. What do you think of Gibbs and Emmanuel's appointments. I'm already hearing attack dog for Emmanuel but I accept the concept of enforcement.

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By Tamsin Nov 6th 2008 at 9:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:18 pm EST)

I think he will keep Barack's administration from making costly mistakes at the very beginning. And I don't worry about Barack making sure that his staff stay true to Barack's vision--he has a "spine of steel".

Thanks to Joe Biden for that perfect description.

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By Livvy Nov 7th 2008 at 3:39 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:39 am EST)

Thanks ..I love my informed friends

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By Shoshana in Evanston, IL Nov 6th 2008 at 8:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:15 pm EST)

I'd been to IN in the morning with my 75 year old mother and 4 & 8 year old kids to GOTV in Hammond. We spent the evening with close friends.

The TV was on - flipping channels regularly. Plus we were checking multiple websites at any one time - following local races as well as the "big one." The kids were coloring in a USA map with blue & red states and adding blue stretches to number line headed for 270.

Every time a battleground state was called for Obama, my cell phone rang. My dad and step-mom calling from PA after phone-banking & staffing polling places all day, my brother in DC who did GOTV in VA, my friends from MI & CA who wanted to check in with me since I was the one who got them "fired up" about Barack months & months ago.

I had just called my brother to congratulate him on the win in VA when the networks declared Obama the winner. I started crying, my mother and husband were crying, the kids raced out to the front porch to scream and cheer at the top of their lungs. My father was laughing & crying when I reached him by phone a few minutes later. The kids insisted on staying up to see Obama's victory speech.

After we finally got them home & to bed at 11:45pm, we found ourselves unable to fall asleep. We kept turning to each other to say how surreal it all felt, how amazing, to ask if we'd seen this shot or that during the speech... It was so hard to turn the unutterable joy down low enough to allow sleep in.

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By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 8:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:16 pm EST)

Michelle and Sasha

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By Gwen, in Southern California Nov 6th 2008 at 8:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:18 pm EST)

A number of people had been working...up until the last minute...at the local campaign office...it was still Obama 200 electoral votes to McCain 141 when we decided that it was time to make our way a few blocks over to the hotel where a celebration had been planned. My friends and I were just arriving at the hotel when we receive a a text from a friends daughter that just said "OMG" We didn't know what to expect. Then we reached her and she told us that Obama had just declared the President-elect. As we got out our car we started shouting the news to all the other people who were just arriving as well. We all thought that it was funny that just about everyone reached for their cell phone to call some one. We entered the hotel cheering and of course joined the party in the ballroom, large video screen showing the scene in Grant Park, music blasting, people dancing and hugging. YES WE CAN!

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By PRAISE GOD - WE DID IT! Nov 6th 2008 at 8:22 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:22 pm EST)

My election night was awesome. I yelled, screamed, ran, jumped and cried and cried some more. The cell phone was jumping, Twitter was on fire, text messages kept coming. And now, I am fired up without a voice - LOL.

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By Tess "Holy Toledo We Did It!" Murray Nov 6th 2008 at 8:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:41 pm EST)

I too, have lost my voice, in addition to one full day of work lost due to my rushing around on Halloween registering folks to vote!

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By Dawn from Iowa Nov 6th 2008 at 8:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:24 pm EST)

I watched the news coverage about McCain's speech and that Palin wanted to speak but a top aide said no....

I can't believe after losing they wouldn't let her say a few words to their supporters that night.

His campaign really sucked!! And now they seem to be taking it out on her. I just feel kind of bad for her because if you look at how it came about she was thrown into it just like that-out of no where. (I know she could have said no but still..) They are really ripping her apart now.

I also heard that John McCain wanted Liberman but they all said no so he picked her basically out of spite. Anyway I just wanted to say I feel bad for her now, I know most of you probably don't so don't starting attacking me for saying this.

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By Livvy Nov 6th 2008 at 8:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:29 pm EST)

She was trouble with a capital T, not just for the campaign but for the country. Good riddance

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By Sammie Nov 6th 2008 at 9:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:52 pm EST)

It would have been inapproprite for the running mate to speak after the candidate made his concession speech. That was the only classy moment in John McCain's run. Sarah Palin has had many opportunities to be interviewed or to speak since election night. Unlike her own take on what a VP job is .....it really is to support THE Candidate and if THE Candidate is elected, to be able to step in SECOND ONE.

Our President-elect Barack Obama did not move Joe Biden into the number one position making the campaign about himself (Joe) rather than about Obama's message for CHANGE and HOPE. Joe Biden completely understood the position of VP and campaigned accordingly.

McCain did the right thing when he conceeded alone and instructed his supporters to stand behind the NEW President elect, Barack Obama.

Palin and Joe and plumber became cartoon characters in John McCains campaign.

Im glad we elected a SERIOUS leader, proven as unshakable though the long primary and campaign.

I have complete confidence in our new President..I haven't slept this well since 9-11.

Thank you Barack Obama and staff for giving us .......CHANGE We Can believe in.

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By Lois in VT, who's got hope~ Nov 6th 2008 at 8:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:30 pm EST)

I feel for her, too, Dawn. She was a pawn in a dirty game, and they used her. Now she's the scape goat for things well out of her control. I wish her peace after all this.

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By Dawn from Iowa Nov 6th 2008 at 8:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:35 pm EST)

Yes! That's exactly what I was trying to say!

I feel like they used her too. They need to just let all that crap go now, its over!!!

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By meta Nov 6th 2008 at 8:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:44 pm EST)

She hired a lobby public relations firm to promote her image to the Republican Party and heighten her chances to be selected VP. So don't feel too sorry. She wanted this very badly. The real problem is blind ambition doesn't work when you don't pay your dues and do your homework. She is the most unqualified public servant imaginable.

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By Livvy Nov 6th 2008 at 8:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:46 pm EST)

Lois, I agree with wishing her peace. However she had a choice when initially offered the position and the question was.. If something happened to McCain, could I lead America, could I make a clear, informed independant decision about whether to send troops to war or not, could I look a grieving mother of a dead soldier from any land on the face of the earth that supported by call to arms irrespective of her race or religion in the eye and say I grieve with you and she know I meant it. .. I think not

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By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Nov 6th 2008 at 8:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:46 pm EST)

She should have known her own limitations and not taken the slot. Pride comes before a fall. The worst part is who could resist the chance of being VP. a person that knows they are not qualified and regardless of thier own ambitions would put the country first and just say NO! Not Sarah so she can take the hits and should because she put herself before all of us and tried to encite a race riot so!

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By Gwen, in Southern California Nov 6th 2008 at 8:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:35 pm EST)

Don't cry for Sarah...I used to feel sorry for her until I learned that she had lobbied to get picked for the GOP ticket...the nerve! She should have blinked:>)

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By A fellow patriot Nov 6th 2008 at 8:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:36 pm EST)

It is not usual for the VP choice to give a concession speech. But, I wouldn't expect her to know that.
And they do eat their young, don't they.

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By Bon Nov 6th 2008 at 8:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:56 pm EST)

re: And they do eat their young, don't they.

We've all know this for a very long time. As I've said for years, the Party of Lincoln is long gone.
One of our greatest Presidents is looking down and wondering what the heck happened to his party.

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By Tracy in CT Nov 6th 2008 at 8:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:40 pm EST)

I would feel badly for her if it were not for the fact that she actively campaigned for the VP spot that she was so clearly unqualified for.

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By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 8:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:48 pm EST)

Dawn, don't fall into the trap.

She caused it herself. When she was prepping for interviews she wouldn't listen to his advisors. She thought she knew it all. Palin could have made it much better for women but she set a poor example. For one she didn't even know that Africa was a continent. McCain's campaign didn't want her to mess this final speech up. I think it was the right thing to do as McCain's speech was the old McCain. It ended on a good note for Barack.

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By WELCOME TO THE WHITE HOUSE MR. PRESIDENT!!! Nov 6th 2008 at 8:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:50 pm EST)

Has the VP from the defeated team ever spoken? For that matter has the Vice President Elect ever spoken?

McCain's problem was he let Rove and everyone else tell hem what to do instead running his own campaign and speaking and behaving like the guy from 2000 that we saw a glimpse of during his consession speech.

Palin was a quick careless pick to go after the Hillary voters and conservative religious right. I might have felt sorry for Sarah Palin had she not chosen to campaign in a way that would alianate and divide america but I beleive she knew excatly what she was doing

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By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 8:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:53 pm EST)

Yes, John Edwards spoke when he and John Kerry lost.

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By Yvonne - They Thought, But Then God... Nov 6th 2008 at 9:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:04 pm EST)

She was more than willing. Do not forget how she enjoyed attacking us

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By Taliese Sweetie: a typical bitter elitist Republican who loves Obama & thinks WaSILLY Sarah Palin was an AIP Sessionist Plant Nov 6th 2008 at 9:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:13 pm EST)

Exactly. I have no sympathy for her. None. She's only getting what she so richly deserves.

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By Keladry Nov 6th 2008 at 9:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:12 pm EST)

I don't feel sorry for her at all. It's now being reported that Sarah spent more on clothes than it was reported. She made her junior staff pay for it with their credit cards, to claim it from the GOP funding discretely.

I think it's true, because it's consistent with what she did in Alaska - charging the state for work at home, children's travels etc. She has no integrity. Intelligence can be trained through hard work, but integrity? She has none.

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By Stanley H. Krute Nov 6th 2008 at 11:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:45 pm EST)

Hi Dawn

I respect your thoughts.

But I feel nothing for Palin except vigilance.

She will be back. She is not going away. She is a nasty demagogue in a pretty girl's body. She loves the power and energy that comes when she drives a crowd towards hatred.

No sympathy whatsover. More sympathy for ticks and mosquitoes.

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By JS Nov 7th 2008 at 9:40 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:40 am EST)

Ditto,

It's the people of Alaska I feel sorry for- hopefully they will deal with her appropriately.

It was an insult for McCain, the Republicans and the media to put this on the American people (the media treated her with kid gloves).

But despite her incompetence - she still stated publicly that it was wrong for McCain to withdraw from Michigan? and Rev Wright is fair game in her opinion.

She's a dangerous unqualified, hypocritical right-wing nut. She deserves all the blame she's currently getting (and more)- she asked for the role. At least McCain ended his campaign with an honorable concession speech - she would have just added to the disgrace of his run for the presidency.

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By Dawn from Iowa Nov 6th 2008 at 8:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:29 pm EST)

Oh my gosh!!!

I love the pictures!!

I was just posting last night how I wished they had a camera in the room with Barack when he found out so we could see.

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By Nacola Nov 7th 2008 at 2:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:30 pm EST)

I am so jealous I can not view the pictures. Where is David Plouffe????

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By Jerome, Fatmata, Jerome jr. Elijah, and Sophia (The Harrison Nov 6th 2008 at 8:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:33 pm EST)

Thanks for sharing these wonderful pictures with us. It's such a historic moment I will treasure and keep the images in my mind for ever!

We will continue to lift you all up in prayers...

President OBAMA, may GOD Almighty keep you and give you triple the wisdom that King Solomon had as you govern.

In Jesus Name

Amen!

The Harrison's Raleigh NC

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By Rhonda for Barack Obama in Montgomery, Alabama Nov 6th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST)

Barack has Beautiful Family!!!

Malia, Sasha and Michelle are so Gorgeous!

Barack’s daughters look like Baby Dolls!

I thank the Lord for sending the Obama and Biden Families!

It is a blessing to have such a strong support system when running for the Presidency.

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By Jerome, Fatmata, Jerome jr. Elijah, and Sophia (The Harrison Nov 6th 2008 at 8:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:38 pm EST)

Thanks for sharing these wonderful pictures with us. It's such a historic moment I will treasure and keep the images in my mind for ever!

We will continue to lift you all up in prayers...

President OBAMA, may GOD Almighty keep you and give you triple the wisdom that King Solomon had as you govern.

In Jesus Name

Amen!

The Harrison's Raleigh NC

Obama was busy today | Report to Admin

By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 8:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:39 pm EST)

He made alot of phone calls. Check it out:

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By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 8:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:39 pm EST)

He made alot of phone calls. Check it out:

Link

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By Michelle One Voice Calling For Change Nov 6th 2008 at 8:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:40 pm EST)

Does anyone know how we can get tickets to the inagural? I booked my flight to D.C. today.

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By Michelle One Voice Calling For Change Nov 6th 2008 at 8:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:41 pm EST)

Does anyone know how we can get tickets to the inagural? I booked my flight to D.C. today.

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By ♥ dreamweaver "Grab A Mop" ♥ aka Vicki from Iowa Nov 6th 2008 at 8:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:53 pm EST)

Michelle somebody said on an earlier blog to contact your senators.

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By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 8:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:55 pm EST)

Yes, call or e-mail your representative or Senator.

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By MJJM Nov 6th 2008 at 8:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:42 pm EST)

I thank GOD for the knowledge, wisdom and understanding to VOTE for President Obama.

I believe that Obama is a modern day King David. What I mean by that is King David was a very unlikely choice for what GOD wanted to do. Jesse, David's father, presented Samuel all of his sons however, Samuel rejected them because GOD wanted someone that know thought could do the job and David was chosen.

Just think of what Obama had against him. His name, race, not a lot of time in the US Senate, etc.. He was the most unlikely choice for the job. Yet GOD changed the heart of enough people and he won. THANK YOU GOD!!

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By GRACE Nov 6th 2008 at 8:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:42 pm EST)

I spent the night praying, walk up and down the house, my husband was kinda worried cus am 7months pregnant..he kept reassuring me it's going to be OUR night, I kept flipping through all the news station from CNN to MSNBC, Fox ,etc...then the first result came, I was sweating all over then I said GOD please take control and the glory...then the results came coming good, better and then CNN said they projected that senator Barack Obama is the projected winner, changed the channel to FOX, they said the same thing and I screamed HALLELUJAH WITH TEARS ROLLING DOWN MY CHEEKS...went down on my knees and I said GOD YOU ARE AWESOME

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By Nina Nov 6th 2008 at 8:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:42 pm EST)

YES WE DID!

A provident visionary and prodigy in a time of enormous challenge. Let me just put it in nerdy Star Trek TNG terms, since I'm too tired to write a smashing review of the prodigy we have in our chosen President elect. But Gawd Dang, It's like having Cap. Jean-Luc Picard and Sisko in one at the helm.

Yes, he's got a real mess to clean up and big challenges ahead, but if anyone is up to the job, from what I have witness over the months - He is The One - And we are your crew members.

WhooooHoooo!

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By Obama Grandmama Nov 6th 2008 at 9:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:00 pm EST)

I spent Election Day with my Mom. She is 84 and broke her leg in 4 places last week landing her in the hospital and now a rehab center. Glad we voted early in Oregon.
I thought I would be up all night for election results and got home around 6pm. I knew for sure he won somewhere between 8 and 9pm. One of my daughters was in Jamaica on a job related trip. We emailed excitedly back and forth prior to the announcement. One son called me that morning after he voted at 7am since I had nagged him not to wait to the last day when he could vote early. I called my other son in Seattle as soon as I found out it was a win although I was screaming and jumping up and down. He had his message machine on his phone so I called his wife, my daughter-in-law and we just screamed and cried into the phone to each other while my 6 yr. old granddaughter was wondering why Mommy was screaming and crying. I did get to talk with her though. My son was on his phone interviewing for a job. I told his wife I hoped the interviewer was a Democrat! My daughter in China was also watching and excited. Then I proceeded to call all of my Obama friends and we spent happy time on the phone together.

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By Suzie McKay Nov 6th 2008 at 11:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:17 pm EST)

Our country will live long..and prosper!

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By Jimmy from MA Nov 6th 2008 at 8:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:45 pm EST)

Wonderful pics!! i'm so happy

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By Please delete my profile... Nov 6th 2008 at 8:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:46 pm EST)

What a wonderful memory for me and all of us to have these phtos and to have worked for this campaign. All that we have given to, has given to us.

Thank you President-elect Obama. baies are being named after you, all over the world. You have brought us hope and a renewed sense of America the beautiful.

A little time to reflect... Now let's get to work!

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By Gina Nov 6th 2008 at 8:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:49 pm EST)

I was at the rally @ Grant Park in Chicago. Just the air was electrifying. The moment they announced the Barak Obama was the next president, the entire crown erupted. The most poignant moment, however, was hearing the whole crowd singing the national anthem. It was an honor to witness history. YES WE CAN!!

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By Emma, who uses my husband's sign-on, since mine got messed up long, long ago. Nov 6th 2008 at 9:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:04 pm EST)

OMG!
How was that

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By Jolly, a person of unyielding hope who helped elect President Obama Nov 6th 2008 at 9:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:47 pm EST)

I hope there is video of that, I would love to see everyone singing our anthem.

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By GRACE Nov 6th 2008 at 8:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:51 pm EST)

THESE PICTURES ARE SO LIFTING...CAN'T JUST STOP THE TEARS WHENEVER I SEE THESE FAMILIES....WONDERFUL, SWEET FAMILIES...OBAMA-BIDEN FAMILIES

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By CBSNNJ: Yes We STILL Can! Nov 6th 2008 at 8:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:51 pm EST)

Election night was simply the best night of my life!

A friend came over after work for drinks as we waited for the returns to start coming in. At precisely 8:00, as I was getting ready to go to the re-election party for Sen. Lautenberg, my friend screamed at me from the other room, "We won PA!" At that point, I knew we had won. I called the canvassing friends I had made over the weekend in Lehigh County (it turned out that we won that county by 15%!) to bond with them and tell them the great news.

We headed out to the party feeling pretty good. Gov. Corzine and our other Senator (Menendez) were at the party, which was in a nice hotel in New Brunswick. I met up with some of my campaign buddies from the primaries and we were ecstatic that we really had come full circle! The last time I had seen them was at the NJ party on Super Tuesday after we lost our state.

When the election was called for Barack, I jumped up and down, screamed, and cried. It was the happiest I have EVER been in my ENTIRE life. It got even better after the party ended- we went outside to find THOUSANDS of Rutgers students out on the streets, honking horns, slapping each other's hands, screaming, jumping up and down. My friend and I joined in- I have never yelled and screamed like this before. I have never felt such a sense of community and positivity. It was CRAZY! I have never seen anything like this. WOW!

I took videos on my camera phone of all of the excitement that I wish I could share, but I don't know how/where to post them.

This campaign has made me grow and come out of my shell. It's made me feel like I actually CAN make a difference. The donations, phone calls, blogging, fundraising, and door-knocking have all paid off! I am extraordinarily proud of my country and her people. God Bless America AND the Whole Wide World!

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By Please delete my profile... Nov 6th 2008 at 8:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:53 pm EST)

A young black Muslim teenager was beaten in NY after Obama won by a gang of 4 with a baseball bat. He is only 17. The FBI are investigating it as a hate crime. They shouted Obama before they attacked him. This is no "B" crime - this one was real. Also a black church was set on fire in PA when Barack won.

Pray for peace.

God is with us - and there are more good hearts than bad.

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By Emma, who uses my husband's sign-on, since mine got messed up long, long ago. Nov 6th 2008 at 9:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:07 pm EST)

Gosh! I have no words for that!
You're right, though. There's more light than darkness.

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By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Nov 7th 2008 at 4:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:36 pm EST)

This country needs a ZERO TOLERANCE policy toward these kinds of acts. EVERYBODY.....we all need to join the Southern Poverty Law Center. This organization is full of VERY courageous people who fight hate groups....They are very on top of things. Let's all join them and clean this country up. Google them and you will see what wonderful work they do.

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By Gina Nov 6th 2008 at 8:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:54 pm EST)

I was at the rally @ Grant Park in Chicago. Just the air was electrifying. The moment they announced the Barack Obama was the next president, the entire crown erupted. The most poignant moment, however, was hearing the whole crowd singing the national anthem. It was an honor to witness history. YES WE CAN!!

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By Please delete my profile... Nov 6th 2008 at 9:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:01 pm EST)

There were suppose to fireworks, but Barack cancelled them because the plight of the finacial crisis...

Still, Everyone made their own celebratory fireworks!

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By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 8:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 8:58 pm EST)

Joint Congressional Inaugural Committee Releases Ticketing Information for 56th Presidential InaugurationNovember 6, 2008
WASHINGTON, DC - The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC) has issued the following information regarding the availability of tickets for the 56th Presidential Inaugural Ceremony on January 20, 2009:

Tickets to the 56th Inaugural Ceremonies will be provided free of charge and distributed through Members of the 111th Congress. The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies does not provide tickets to the public. Members of the public interested in attending the Inaugural Ceremonies should contact their Member of Congress or U.S. Senators to request tickets.

The public should also be aware that no website or other ticket outlet actually has inaugural swearing-in tickets to sell, regardless of what they may claim. Tickets will not be distributed to Congressional offices until the week before the inauguration and will require in-person pick-up.

"Any website or ticket broker claiming that they have inaugural tickets is simply not telling the truth," said Howard Gantman, Staff Director for the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies. "Tickets for the swearing-in of President-elect are all provided through members of Congress, and the President-elect and Vice President-elect through the Presidential Inaugural Committee. We urge the public to view any offers of tickets for sale with great skepticism."

The members of the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies are: Senator Dianne Feinstein, Chairman; Senator Bob Bennett, Ranking Member of the Senate Rules Committee; Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid; Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi; House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer; and House Republican Leader John Boehner.

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By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 9:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:05 pm EST)

Sorry to put the memember I have to contact since I am in California. If you joine the website, they will send you an e-mail with your Representatives.

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By Sheri~Freedom of Speech&Religion~Who's Sane *Obama~Biden* Nov 6th 2008 at 9:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:14 pm EST)

I called my senator today and got on the list.. so fingers all crossed over here!

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By Ryan from Bethlehem, PA Nov 6th 2008 at 9:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:00 pm EST)

i really think baracks cabinet will be awesome...why not caroline k. for secretary of state?rfk jr. as epa chief is a great choice...ron regan jr. is another person that should be favored

It's another fabulous day in America! | Report to Admin

By Megan in Northwest Indiana Nov 6th 2008 at 9:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:02 pm EST)

A Toofer: Craig Ferguson AND Bill Maher
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Oh my God! There's no one as Irish as Barack Obama. We can dig it! Yes we can!
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Howard Dean Vindicated! The Scream Has New Meaning!
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Northwest Indiana Times: "BREAKING NEWS Obama wins Indiana, breaks GOP stronghold"
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The Morning After: Newspaper Front Pages - Barack Obama elected 44th President of the United States
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Santorum's vote challenged in PA - Chris Shays, the last of the New England Republican congressmen
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President-Elect Barack Obama in Chicago, Election Night, Tuesday, November 04, 2008
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Joy Errupts on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C. with the election of Barack Obama
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Wonderful post from a Chicago Police Officer and a Chicago Cubs Fan
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Condoleezza Rice on President Elect Barack Obama
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Minnesota race on hold for recount: Franken-Coleman Senate race too close to call
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Here We Go: Obama Transition Team
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Colin Powell on Barack Obama reaching 270
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Obama Administration Rumors: Dick Lugar, Secretary of State? Lawrence Summers, Treasury Secretary?
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Robert Gibbs to serve as President Obama's Press Secretary
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IU Economists predict recession will hit Indiana in 2009
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Thursday, November 6, 2008 - Obama Family In Focus: Personal Time and Time Magazine Photographer Callie Shell
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Thursday, November 6, 2008 - Community and Election Day 2008
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Thursday, November 6, 2008 - Republican Stronghold: Republicans in my hometown explain why Obama won here
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My Election Night | Report to Admin

By Monique "Hussein" Exotic American formerly 3rd ID Milspouse Nov 6th 2008 at 9:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:02 pm EST)

My kids were interviewed by our local news--

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I am so proud of them. They canvassed with me in Colorado Springs which wasn't easy. But these kids helped turn Colorado BLUE!

I love my O' family!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:10 pm EST)

That is just awesome Monique!

Hugs to you and your kids!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST)

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN!

I started crying again. Looks like you are bringing them up properly. Good job for you mom.

Way to go! They Barack!

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By Jolly, a person of unyielding hope who helped elect President Obama Nov 6th 2008 at 10:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:18 pm EST)

A great video and how wonderful to see so much HOPE in those kids eyes. I concur you must be doing a great job raising them. Articulate and beautiful hopemongers!

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By Connie_W in Arizona Nov 7th 2008 at 5:20 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:20 am EST)

Wonderful! Thanks for sharing and we love you and your kids, too.

Energy, energy, energy | Report to Admin

By Archaeology Jim Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 9:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:09 pm EST)

Hey Good People,

Energy, energy, energy! It is all about energy independance folks and there is room for everyone under this tent. National security, climate change, economy, war in the middle east.

Money is flowing into Arizona and twelve application are in to the Arizona Corporation Commission (the agency here who issues utility/power generating permits) just for Solar Generated power plants!

This is HUGE folks.

We must hold Obama to the vision of energy independance within ten years!

Yes We Can!

In Obama We Trust!

headlines! | Report to Admin

By firefly : a call to the better angels of our nature Nov 6th 2008 at 9:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:11 pm EST)

Our county went for a democratic President for the first time since 1964!! our GOTV efforts
worked !! The headlines of our regional newspaper on Nov 5th: 'OBAMA NATION ' ...I am not kidding.

What I did on election night | Report to Admin

By david Toyoshima Nov 7th 2008 at 12:39 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:39 am EST)

Firstly, I spent the past two days leading up to the election making calls to Pennsylvania, Ohio and Nevada. I had some great conversations with independent voters who were at one time leaning to McCain but were now Obama supporters. In 3 instances I persuaded McCain leaners to vote for Obama. That was a great feeling to actually convince someone to change their vote for Obama. I was calling Nevada, but it was getting late (I live in CA) and I had to get to work to teach my college class. I was trying to keep up with the coverage on my computer (CNN) but I had to step away to focus on my class. When I heard a big cheer from the classroom across from me. "Obama won!!!" I put CNN on our overhead projector and we saw the results coming in. Barack had been projected by CNN to be our next president. There were high fives all around. My class was ecstatic. And so was I. The class across from me was excused to leave early in celebration. I was tempted to do so myself, but we too much work to do. Nonetheless, it was an exciting night. I'm from Chicago and now live in LA. I campaigned for Barack for senator way back when. I really wanted to be in Grant Park Tuesday night for the celebration. My Chicago buddies went. They told me all about it. And of course I saw the coverage on TV (albeit a re-run). But as I watched Barack speak, a tear came to my eye. As an Asian American this was an important election for me. Finally, a man of color is our new President. A historic moment for our country and for the world!

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 9:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:16 pm EST)

Barack will be on the cover of this week's People magazine : )

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By Archaeology Jim Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 9:22 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:22 pm EST)

Barack Obama did not just win American Idol. He became our President.

Now, we have a LOT of work to do folks. This thing just NOW begun

Is our checkbook balanced? How is our personal spending? How is our personal economy?

It starts with each of us.

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST)

So true.

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By Nicole Lewis from Austin, TX Nov 7th 2008 at 1:41 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:41 am EST)

Awesome, I'll have to pick up a copy.

And by the way, some people need to calm down. It's going to take TIME for things to get back to the way they were. And the last I checked George W. Bush is still in office till January 30th 2009. Of course Obama is getting ready to be President but still let those who are happyy CELEBRATE! We've had 8 LONG, HARD, horribe years of Bush. I'm still can't believe Obama won and I'll be celebrating hard core till Jan 20th!

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By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:02 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:02 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that. Everyone please encourage our new President to do so.

Thanks.

November 4th, 2008 | Report to Admin

By Jeff from Palatine, IL Nov 6th 2008 at 9:20 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:20 pm EST)

I was at Grant park to share this moment with so many supporters. I was standing next to a 60 year old African-American women. We had never met, never spoke a word to eachother, but when she broke in to tears after the announcement that we had elected our first African-American president...I turned to her and hugged her. I felt so inspired. Like a weight had been lifted. Like love had finally overcome all fear. I shouted over the cheers of joy from the crowd. I said "Now we can truly start to heal." She tightened her hug. When I moved back I was starting to cry myself being so moved by this moment. She touched my face and said "You don't need to cry." I will never experience anything like I felt that night. It was life in 3-D. It was the passing on of power to the next generation of Americans. So, for me November 4th, 2008, was a liberation from fear, the breaking down of ethnic barriers, and the resurrection of our nation from the stains of history to the bright guiding light of days to come. Though some are still skeptical...some still fearful...some still apprehensive about opening their mind to a new world outlook...there is great hope. For the seed we planted on this day has already took root. "With malice toward none, with charity for all, One of my favorite speeches with firmness in the right as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in, to bind up the nation's wounds, to care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow and his orphan, to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves and with all nations." Abraham Lincoln (March 4, 1865) God Bless Barack Obama and Joe Biden and God Bless the United States Of America.

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By Donna NH - Thank you my fellow Granite Staters! Yes we did! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:56 pm EST)

Thank you for your story. We are one.

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By Jeff from Palatine, IL Nov 6th 2008 at 11:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:01 pm EST)

I wanted to share this story because of the age gap between the women and myself. I am only 24.

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By ♥♪Ben, a true evangelical for OBAMA; For PUBLIC OPTION♪♥ Nov 6th 2008 at 9:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:23 pm EST)

the guys started the day by calling OHIO
then they moved to PA
while we were calling PA, there was an emergency call to call the volounteers in INDIANA to achieve a higher turnout
Then the guys moved to COLORADO
The New Mexico
and even later Alaska.

What a wonderful experience it was.

People were just overjoyed in tears when it was announced: BARACK OBAMA, The NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA...

GOD is GOOD!!!

Thank YOU LORD!!!

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By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:01 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:01 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that. Everyone please encourage our new President to do so.

Thanks.

no eloquence here | Report to Admin

By Hopeful Hussein, Palin-McCain - the gifts that keep on giving! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:24 pm EST)

i am still verily without words and easily moved to tears all day long...

thank you for the pictures chris

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By Theresa in Maine Nov 6th 2008 at 9:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:28 pm EST)

My election day and evening was spent flying back to Maine from NV where I visited with family. My plane landed in Portland, ME at 9:30. My husband picked me up at the airport and we had a 2 hour drive home. My daughter called to let me know that her state of NV had gone for Obama. We were elated. Then at 11:00 while listening to the radio and with my cell phone ringing Obama's win was announced. I answered my phone, and with my daughter we all screamed in elation and happiness.

As Jet Blue took me over Illinois, I said a prayer of hope for Obama to win knowing he was down there with his family, that Biden was there with his family and that thousands upon thousands were there also.

I had booked my flight last May and took Jet Blue so I could watch the election on the little TV's we all have. But it was in the car in the darkness with my husband, a new American citizen when 11:00 came. We said after yelling and screaming in joy: "WE HAVE A PRESIDENT."

We made it home in time to watch Obama's speech on TV. It was GREAT! The two families were such a beautiful site. How very fortunate Joe Biden is to have his dear mother to share that moment with him.

I'm still in shock with elation after 21 months.
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By the way, I went on the McCain blog and just like Kerry did, it's been shut down to blogging. But people can write to McCain. I did. It was a nice e-mail thanking him for his concession speech and asking him for his help to unify both parties for the good of America and to assist us out of the mess of the Bush years.

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By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:02 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:02 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that. Everyone please encourage our new President to do so.

Thanks.

election night | Report to Admin

By Change is good. Nov 6th 2008 at 9:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:29 pm EST)

Election night started out at home, after i got back from my precinct (making sure that everyone in line by 7pm was allowed to vote). My husband, myself and our 3 children (ages 21 months, 5 and 7) watched the returns. We flipped back and forth between FOX and CNN. I logged onto 538 to see if the states that they projected were going into the blue column. We left our home and went to the large pot-luck gathering at my brothers house, where we all took turns coloring in the states as they were announced. When Florida (specifically pinellas county) was shown as blue, the tears began for me...(hard work pays off)..it seemed like it took forever for them to call the state of Florida..it seemed like they were holding it to announce with California and everyone else. When they announced Obama as the 44th president of the United States, I and everyone in the room screamed, cried and praised God. I know that we were pretty loud (especially with my brother blowing his air horn)..dont think his neighbors appreciated that too slick (3 of them had McCain/Palin signs in their yard). We called and texted family members in other states, expressing our excitement and pride. The image of the diverse crowd of students that approached the white house touched me all the more. I never thought that this would happen in my life time. Sleep did not come easy Tuesday night (too much excitement)!!

WE DID IT! | Report to Admin

By CASSANDRA from Bronx, NY Nov 6th 2008 at 9:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:29 pm EST)

I knew President Elect Obama won, when John McCain lost Pennsylvania, because the pundits said his path to victory was winning Pennsylvania. When he reach 270 and beyond, I called my mother and cried on the phone. I said we did it mother. I am glad my mother was here to see Barack Obama become the 44th President of the United States of America! This is the first time in my life, I am proud to be an American!

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By Change comes from the bottom up, especially if you have a cattle prod , ya hear me Blue Dogs!!!! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST)

Barney (Bush dog) said "wuff, I ain't going no where!" HAHAHA

Secondly, geez Rachel Maddow, please try to let us all enjoy the sweetness of this moment before you go creating news where there isn't a story. Thanks. rme

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 9:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:39 pm EST)

Maddow drives me nuts. She's a smart woman, but man.......she really is a 'glass half-empty' person.

I'm starting to prefer Hardball to the Rachel Maddow show........

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:41 pm EST)

Rachel has been annoying me lately. She freaked out over PA, now she's complaining that there aren't enough new faces in Obama's transition team so far, blah blah blah.

Obama is PRESIDENT. The people he's appointing will listen to HIM. NOTHING Obama has ever shown that he's weak minded and that he sways easily to new ideas or random changes in events.

Clearly, Obama's looking for competent and loyal folks. So far, so good.

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By meta Nov 6th 2008 at 9:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:51 pm EST)

When it's about transition, you want seasoned professionals who've been there before. I trust Barack's judgment and wish people would just let him do his job. Give him a chance to get started. There will be plenty of time for criticism.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Nov 6th 2008 at 10:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:32 pm EST)

Yup. So far I like the choices. I really like Axelrod.

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 10:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:02 pm EST)

Am I the only one who hates the 'Talk Me Down' segment?

Maddow = concern troll

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By RJ show me state Nov 6th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST)

congrats barack. I am very proud and touched to be able to call you my president. of course god touched your heart. and lead you to become the great wise man you are. everyone in the world sees you as a bright light. and a healer of our beautiful planet. so I know deep down in my heart that YES WE CAN.......... AMEN..... and may our dear lord keep you and all your family and friends safe and happy. I am from the show me state. and by your increadible wisdom and courage you have truly showed me your leadership. I believe in you bringing america into the next and possibly greatest era in history.God Bless You Brack

Just Incredible! | Report to Admin

By April Griffith Nov 6th 2008 at 9:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:32 pm EST)

My night and my days continue to be the most incredible time in my life. Shortly after knocking on doors for GOTV, driving in my car I received a call that Florida looked really good. That call hit me, the tears rolled down my face...this was really happening! I knew then we were going to win, I was compelled to spend the evening with my family instead of going out. This was a special night to remember, to be proud of my country, proud to be an American and proud to be an African American, we HAVE overcome as a nation. When the news flashed on the screen, I lost it! Tears, shouting, joy, pure elation! My sister and I were ecstatic. This is a time I will never forget. A time that I can share with my children and grandchildren. Thanks to technology I have all of my memories recorded, even when President Obama shook my hand! This is what LEGACY is all about.
I'm especially grateful that HOPE prevailed! Thank you President Elect Obama and Vice President Elect Biden, we love you and will continue to pray for you and your families! God Bless You!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:37 pm EST)

I agree April something we will never forget!

It was a emotional day filled hope, pride, inspiration, peace and love!

Hugs to you April

Smile Jesus Loves you :-)

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By April Griffith Nov 6th 2008 at 10:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:55 pm EST)

Hugs back to you Debra!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 6th 2008 at 11:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:57 pm EST)

:-)

What about Missouri | Report to Admin

By pjk Nov 6th 2008 at 9:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:32 pm EST)

I just heard about NC going to President Obama; what about MO. In some news items, its looks red. I did not think it was settled. Does anyone know?

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 9:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:41 pm EST)

I don't think Missouri has been officially called, but it is likely that McCain will win it.

Omaha still hasn't been called.

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By CBSNNJ: Yes We STILL Can! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:45 pm EST)

Don't you mean Obamaha? ;-)

I was just thinking back to when he won the primary there.

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 9:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:55 pm EST)

'Obamaha'? LOVE IT! : )

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By Carol-STL-MO Nov 7th 2008 at 10:14 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:14 am EST)

As of 8:30 this morning on our state website it STILL shows "Unofficial Election Returns"
currently - Obama - 1,436,814 - 49.2%
McCain - 1,442,673 - 49.4%

St Louis City - Obama 132,260 McCain 24,562
St Louis County - Obama 330,157 McCain 219,787

The are still counting provisional ballots

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By Donna from River Rouge, MI Nov 6th 2008 at 9:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:54 pm EST)

I am with you. We need more education because there are just so many people stuck in the dark ages.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 6th 2008 at 10:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:47 pm EST)

my mom today said, "so Rahm Emmanuel isn't being accused of being a Muslim by anyone? why not?"

good point mom. suppose it's just more racism? nahhhhhh. never.

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By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:04 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:04 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that. Everyone please encourage our new President to do so.

Thanks.

girls are allergic to dog dander | Report to Admin

By AZgrammy-"O"-wing Nov 7th 2008 at 11:49 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:49 am EST)

The girls are allergic to dog dander and have to get a dog that's hypoallergenic.

Give them a break.
They are going to get a puppy they have been waiting for and wishing to have for over two years, and it's their choice!

I have two adopted dogs, the loves of my life.

BUT these two little girls get to pick out a hypo allergenic-to-dog-dander-puppy .

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By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Nov 7th 2008 at 8:38 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:38 am EST)

Because he is Jewish.

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By Nacola Nov 7th 2008 at 11:46 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:46 am EST)

This is because he is an Indian-American.

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By Suzanne from CT Nov 7th 2008 at 12:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:06 pm EST)

?

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By John from Itasca, IL Nov 7th 2008 at 2:20 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:20 pm EST)

not ,lol .he is a fellow american.and a great attack dog for pres obama.lol ,dam i was in grant park on election night.and worked for obama for 18 months .seeing these pictures still brings tears to my eyes.

Yes We Did | Report to Admin

By Morgan in Seattle..... ¨ ¨°º¤ ★ Yes We Did! ★ ¤º°¨ ¨ Nov 6th 2008 at 9:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:38 pm EST)

A new day Jan 20th!

°º¤ ★ President Obama ★ ¤º°

¨°º¤ Yes
¨°º¤ We
¨°º¤ Did!

congratulation | Report to Admin

By lucy Nov 6th 2008 at 9:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:38 pm EST)

Dear Barack/Michelle:Today is a day that we all have to rejoice. But before I give my congratulations to you all, I am sending my deepest condolences to Barack, on the death on his grandmother, on the eve of this historic day. Although we all wish she should have been here to enjoy this historic moment, but I truly believe that everything happens at the right time. As an african american woman, I feel so honored an proud to be part of this historic event; my tears were tears of joy that many people like me shed embracing the great moment. May almighty god bless you and your family, and the Biden family. And although your struggle will be hard, we will weather the storm together and overcome. We have been through worst in the past and yet we overcome, the challenge will be ours together. MAY GOD BLESS THIS GREAT NATION OF OURS, USA. Thank you for allowing me to be a member of the Obama serrogates and continue to keep me inform.LucyPrimus

Michelle Obama | Report to Admin

By CASSANDRA from Bronx, NY Nov 6th 2008 at 9:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:39 pm EST)

Congratualtions to the beautiful First Lady Michelle Obama. You are an amazing women, with two beautiful First Daughters. May God Bless you and your family.

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By lucy Nov 6th 2008 at 9:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:39 pm EST)

Dear Barack/Michelle:Today is a day that we all have to rejoice. But before I give my congratulations to you all, I am sending my deepest condolences to Barack, on the death on his grandmother, on the eve of this historic day. Although we all wish she should have been here to enjoy this historic moment, but I truly believe that everything happens at the right time. As an african american woman, I feel so honored an proud to be part of this historic event; my tears were tears of joy that many people like me shed embracing the great moment. May almighty god bless you and your family, and the Biden family. And although your struggle will be hard, we will weather the storm together and overcome. We have been through worst in the past and yet we overcome, the challenge will be ours together. MAY GOD BLESS THIS GREAT NATION OF OURS, USA. Thank you for allowing me to be a member of the Obama serrogates and continue to keep me inform.LucyPrimus

Disappontment | Report to Admin

By Mohamad from Bloomfield Hills, MI Nov 6th 2008 at 9:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:39 pm EST)

If Rahm Emanuel is "change", GOD help us.
A Zionist at the helm.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:43 pm EST)

Oh please. Emmanuel and Obama (and Axelrod) are tight. Emmanuel will work his butt off executing Obama's wishes. That's what we want.

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By Suzanne from CT Nov 7th 2008 at 12:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:15 pm EST)

Rahm Emanuel is not a Zionist. It is true, his father is, but that's not Rahm's responsibility. Rahm is an orthodox Jew. That doesn't make him a Zionist in any way, and there is no evidence he is, and he has been in the public eye for ages. (In fact, some right wing media pundits complained that he's much too liberal to count as centre.)

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 9:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:45 pm EST)

Oh here we go..........

*rolls eyes*

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By A fellow patriot Nov 6th 2008 at 9:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:58 pm EST)

Admit it, no choice he makes is going to be acceptable to you. Did they close the McCain site and now you have no where to go?

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By Bon Nov 6th 2008 at 10:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:21 pm EST)

Mohamad from Bloomfield Hills, MI,

1. The campaign is over, your candidate lost.

2. I'm sure your name is not Mohamad, just another ploy to pit Jews and Muslims against each other.

3. Rahm Emanuel is a great choice for many reasons, which I won't bother going into because seriously, you're not interested nor do you have the brain capacity to understand why.

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By NOWMD IL Nov 6th 2008 at 10:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:21 pm EST)

Yup "MOOSEALINI"was a DISAPPOINTMENT!Quit your CRYIN.Bet ya dont know aqnything about Rahm!You need EDUCATION!Whats wrong with having ACTUAL Leaders?What are you afraid of?

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By Connie_W in Arizona Nov 7th 2008 at 5:28 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:28 am EST)

Oh, please! I bet you don't know squat about Rahm except what you have been told in your Fox Hole.

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By lucy Nov 6th 2008 at 9:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:39 pm EST)

Dear Barack/Michelle:Today is a day that we all have to rejoice. But before I give my congratulations to you all, I am sending my deepest condolences to Barack, on the death on his grandmother, on the eve of this historic day. Although we all wish she should have been here to enjoy this historic moment, but I truly believe that everything happens at the right time. As an african american woman, I feel so honored an proud to be part of this historic event; my tears were tears of joy that many people like me shed embracing the great moment. May almighty god bless you and your family, and the Biden family. And although your struggle will be hard, we will weather the storm together and overcome. We have been through worst in the past and yet we overcome, the challenge will be ours together. MAY GOD BLESS THIS GREAT NATION OF OURS, USA. Thank you for allowing me to be a member of the Obama serrogates and continue to keep me inform.LucyPrimus

Rahm Emanuel is not "change" or "hope" | Report to Admin

By Will Nov 6th 2008 at 9:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:40 pm EST)

The appointment of Rahm Emanuel and consideration of people such as Dennis Ross are not indications of change, but of the status quo. Both these individuals are pro-Israeli hawks, individuals who have done little to consider the interests, lives and sacrifices of the Palestinian people. What is the point of Obama having power if we are not going to change the "mind-set" of U.S. foreign policy which Obama promised to do?

Rejoice in his victory, but we all need to come back to earth sooner rather than later and be prepared to punish his administration when or if it continues to stand idly by while Gaza is allowed to be starved and cut-off from the world or while Afghani civilians are murdered from U.S. warplanes. It doesn't matter to the families in Afghanistan or Gaza who suffer directly/indirectly from U.S. policies whether the U.S. president is Black or White if these policies continue.

Best,

Will

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 9:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:43 pm EST)

Day 2 and so begins the armchair quaterbacking.

Are you going to be the one running the country? No.

Jeez....he isn't even in office yet. Give it a rest.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:50 pm EST)

I'm getting annoyed by the media and many blogs with all of the quarterbacking too.

But I think it's a good sign that Obama's making the right decisions. Every time people complained, criticized, etc., Obama stuck to his decision and prevailed.

Methinks Obama knows more than some random person sitting on their ass behind their computer, blogging on the President Elect's website.

Re: Rahm Emanuel is not "change" or "hope" | Report to Admin

By Change is good. Nov 6th 2008 at 9:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:55 pm EST)

Methinks the same as you! Tell 'em Vero! :0)

Re: Rahm Emanuel is not "change" or "hope" | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 9:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:56 pm EST)

Got that right!

Re: Rahm Emanuel is not "change" or "hope" | Report to Admin

By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 6th 2008 at 10:08 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:08 pm EST)

Kimberly, Vero - I agree.

The man is not in office yet. I don't know if people feel the need to express themselves, complain or what. This I do know, "This One", the 44th President of the United States of America will do all that he can, every day of his life while he is in office to serve the people. We won't agree with every thing that he does and we may not initially even understand the whys and as I mother used to say - the wherefores - but I have no doubt in my mind that he will do what he said he will do and we will be on his mind every day.

Re: Rahm Emanuel is not "change" or "hope" | Report to Admin

By Brenda from Orlando, FL Nov 6th 2008 at 9:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:45 pm EST)

Hello Everyone

Still beaming from Tuesday night-

Can someone please give me the link for the 2009 Obama Calendar

President Obama 09

Re: Rahm Emanuel is not "change" or "hope" | Report to Admin

By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:47 pm EST)

Will,

First off, Emmanuel is not leader of Obama's foreign policy team or anything like that. Second, ISRAEL AND THE PALESTINIANS have got to get their stuff together. The U.S. can try all we can, but if those two groups don't want peace (which that seems to be the case), then there's nothing Obama can do.

Second, Obama is the President of the U.S. - not Afganistan or Gaza. So, sorry if his decisions aren't what the people in those area would like to see. Obama wants to spread peace in those areas, and will do all he can, but I suggest the people in those countries start trying to get their own people under control.

Re: Rahm Emanuel is not "change" or "hope" | Report to Admin

By Connie_W in Arizona Nov 6th 2008 at 9:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:59 pm EST)

Personally, I think it's a great pick.

Re: Rahm Emanuel is not "change" or "hope" | Report to Admin

By Brian in St. Louis Nov 6th 2008 at 10:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:09 pm EST)

The Change you are mocking is in actually in full force already. The change that Obama is bringing is appointing people that are actually qualified for the jobs in which they are appointed and not governed by politics or popularity.

Re: Rahm Emanuel is not "change" or "hope" | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 10:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:18 pm EST)

Got that right!

Barack never said 'I'm picking magical new people from a magical new world'.

He's always surrounded himself with people who are qualified, people who are experts, who KNOW facts, who KNOW how to get things done. No Palin picks, gimmicks, or 'razzle-dazzle'.

Barack is keepin' it real and I find that to be very reassuring.

Re: Rahm Emanuel is not "change" or "hope" | Report to Admin

By EarthMama4Obama Nov 6th 2008 at 11:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:07 pm EST)

From what I can see Emanuel is a smart pick. The Chief of Staff does not make policy, he has to be smart as hell, tough as nails, and completely loyal to the President. Emanuel passes this test. Jimmy Carter gave us such great hope because he was a decent, honorable, and intelligent man but he failed because he didn't know his way around Washington. Obama is not going to make that same mistake. This is why he's chosen "Rahmbo" to be his chief of staff.

Lisa in Pensacola FL

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By JP - VA 4 OBAMA Nov 6th 2008 at 10:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:15 pm EST)

Barack is the PRESIDENT not his STAFF!

Re: Rahm Emanuel is not "change" or "hope" | Report to Admin

By Obama Grandmama Nov 6th 2008 at 10:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:24 pm EST)

Does it make sense to put in all new people in with no experience? Change means different things to different people. The people coming in are under Obama and the direction comes from him.

I'm going to straight up tell you... | Report to Admin

By Josh from Temple, TX Nov 6th 2008 at 9:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:41 pm EST)

how my election night was like. I was watching CNN waiting for results when my already drunk friends showed up wanting me to come get messed up with them. It just turned into probably the craziest night and it ended up being a real bad situation, but hopefully you change all the things you say you're going to. I'll be honest, i'm not as an enthusiastic about you as my friends are. It takes a lot of money and people and time to do the things you are talking about changing. I am always confused when presidents say they can change the economy though. When the government doesn't control at all the distribution and loans of government, the central bank does which i am strongly against.
I hope you have a good and successful four years though.

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By Keladry Nov 6th 2008 at 10:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:07 pm EST)

Ya, I checked it. Wow. How dreadful. Why is there so much hate? Anyway, already reported. Shall ignore.

fix this site | Report to Admin

By Marvin from Antioch, TN Nov 6th 2008 at 9:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:43 pm EST)

I wanted to change my personal info such as my email address, but I can't find a way to do that. This site is not very user friendly, unless your donating money.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:52 pm EST)

Go on McCain's site and tell us how user friendly that one is.

Some people are never happy.

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By Change is good. Nov 6th 2008 at 9:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:52 pm EST)

boooooooooooooo!

How to Update Your Info | Report to Admin

By CBSNNJ: Yes We STILL Can! Nov 6th 2008 at 9:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:54 pm EST)

Try this: Link

If that doesn't work:
1: go to your dashboard
2: go to "edit profile"
3: click on "manage your account."

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 6th 2008 at 10:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:06 pm EST)

Those of us who donate money don't get any special accomodations, first of all. I've used this site before I donated money online and I've used it afterwards. there is NO difference.

In any case, you CAN edit this info.

Click this link:

Link

and if that doesn't work, go to your dashboard and look under your username. Click "account/password" to get to the edit screen.

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By Ms_CongenialityHI Nov 7th 2008 at 2:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:55 pm EST)

Yes, donations or not, there is no difference in "user friendly" status. This site is constantly being renovated, and sometimes portions of the site are temporarily slow from high volume, or unaccessible during updates.

While you're waiting, try some of the other features, join a few Groups, take a look at the Learn and Issues menus, read some blogs, start your own. Hope this helps!

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By Suzie McKay Nov 6th 2008 at 11:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:59 pm EST)

Uh huh....no profile.....uh huh.

Go away.

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 1:41 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:41 am EST)

Sure pal. Bless your heart. always working a new angle. give it a rest. Your repeat post r well a little too much. You and we all know this is the most user friendly site around.

TWIN KENYA BABIES NAMED OBAMA & MICHELLE | Report to Admin

By Sugar Land for Obama/Biden Nov 6th 2008 at 9:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:48 pm EST)

Link

Election Night | Report to Admin

By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 6th 2008 at 9:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:56 pm EST)

Thank you so much for sharing these pictures with us. WOW. I can't believe that I didn't even think - our guys had to wait, sit, watch, count too!! LOL

My brother called me; I hadn't watched any TV all day. At that point the count was something like 80 something to 30 something. We talked about how we wished our parents could see this day and laughed about how each one of them would have felt. We talked about how we were changed and would be committed going forward in being active participants in the political process. When that number reached 200, we we like OMG, we're going to do this. It seemed like a life time before the number changed; we keep talking to the TV and each other wondering - okay - when is that number going to move, what's up with that other number going up!!! LOL. What a night!!! When they called IN we were estatic; that's where he lives and we kept wondering what was up with NC. Oh, but when that number jumped in a blink of an eye (we hadn't realized that it was 11 and they could official make the call) from 200 to 284 (can't remember actual number now, just know it was above 270!!!!) we shouted and danced and jumped up and down. He had to get up very early so he went to bed, I stayed up until about 4am yesterday, slept for a couple of hours and woke up and cried. I will never forget that night and being happy to share it with him.

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By V-Day Nov 6th 2008 at 10:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:04 pm EST)

Yes very nice.

On a side note, Robert Gibbs is a perfect choice for press secretary. Just my 2 cents.

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By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 6th 2008 at 10:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:11 pm EST)

I agree. In every interview that I ever saw him give, he was always on point, he stayed cool, calm and collected no matter what type of question or comment.

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By V-Day Nov 6th 2008 at 10:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:14 pm EST)

Exactly.

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By Rock on Mr. President!! Nov 6th 2008 at 10:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:17 pm EST)

Gibbs seems like a really likable kinda guy with a good voice.

He's been with Barack for a while right?

Re: Election Night | Report to Admin

By V-Day Nov 6th 2008 at 10:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:31 pm EST)

Yes, a constant companion on the trail since Obama first ran for the U.S. Senate in 2004.

Congrats from World Leaders | Report to Admin

By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Nov 6th 2008 at 9:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 9:57 pm EST)

Obama receives congratulations from world leaders

Link

Georgia Senate Runoff Concerns | Report to Admin

By Patriot2008 Nov 6th 2008 at 10:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:02 pm EST)

Hey to all,
Good choices were made today for the Obama Cabinet. I am concerned about the GA Senate Runoff which favors the GOP. It is very strange that Gwinnett County, GA which is upscale like Northern Virginia went for McCain. I saw the lines and the huge proportion of African Americans voting early. I think that something is real wrong here. Also, I heard that all the ballots have not been counted (absentee and early). The Secretary of State is a Republican, and cannot state whether all the ballots have officially be counted. There doesn't seem like much accountability. Keep in mind that the Governor is also Republican. I think it is time to lawyer up, and check Gwinnett County. Jim Martin is the GA Democrat Senate Candidate, and this lack of accountability may actually affect his victory. This is highly disturbing!!!

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By Bon Nov 6th 2008 at 10:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:27 pm EST)

Speaking of ballots cast:

I have a question regarding Alaska's vote totals? Has anyone else heard that the totals in Alaska were much lower than expected?

Were they lower than 2004?

And what's happening in Missouri, are they counting the Provisionals? Last I heard, there were about 7100 uncounted.

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By Patriot2008 Nov 7th 2008 at 12:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:55 pm EST)

Yes, I heard that about Alaska, too. I'm concerned that provisional and early votes may have not counted in several states. I wonder what is being done because it sounds like tampering.

a calm night for me, less so for my wife | Report to Admin

By Marcello Nov 6th 2008 at 10:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:04 pm EST)

I was sure Sen. Obama would win in a landslide. I was convinced of this after seeing the results from the Iowa caucus. It was clear from the results that Sen. Obama had been able to turn thousands of people through a long period of exposure, and they had selected him over the solid and thoroughly capable Sen. Clinton. I knew then, this win was inevitable.

I was even more sure after the Pennsylvania call. When they called Ohio, I told Monica, my wife, Sen. Obama had won. She was still nervous for him, and cheering when Mr. Olbermann called the presidency an hour later.

We stayed up to listen the spectacular speech. Sen. Obama seemed a bit apprehensive, a bit rigid walking up to the podium. I believe he felt a great weight, as the responsibility of the presidency landed on his shoulders, the call of the 100,000s of people present at the park, and the millions watching on TV.

It was sobering, historical, powerful, and monumentally moving.

A landmark moment for humanity.

Marcello

My election night | Report to Admin

By Sarah Nov 6th 2008 at 10:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:07 pm EST)

Here's what I wrote on election night (I posted this on one of the billion blog posts on tuesday also)

I know everyone is full of amazing stories tonight.

But tonight for me was incredible.

After a full day of canvassing and calling VA voters (and math class and a chem lab):

First, I got a ride home from my apartment near University of Washington campus from my Dad. We heard the result from Ohio declared in the car on the way home. That was the first time I cried.

Then, once my mom got home from canvassing, we piled in the car and went to a nearby Obama office to turn in her canvassing sheets. There, the polls in the West closed, and a room full of Obama volunteers there counted down, and screamed as MSNBC called the election for our man.

Then, back into the car and we tried to get downtown as fast as we could. We listened to McCain's great speech on the way.

We parked and ran to the Westin Hotel. People were streaming in the doors. We got to the ballroom in time to hear the end of a speech by Rick Steves (Traveles in Europe! He's a Seattlite!), then watched CNN on huge screens. We got some wine, and pretty soon Obama was on. The roar of the crowd was almost painful, and I was just stunned watching the Obama family take the stage. And of course, another incredible speech. It was the last bit that got me crying. The excitement in the room was fantastic-- everyone screaming and clapping straight through the speech.

Obama finished up, and we decided to wait around to watch Christine Gregoire, our governor, who is leading by 4% so far tonight. She declared victory (hopefully not too soon) and gave a great speech. Afterward, I met Maria Cantwell, one of our two women senators, and Gregoire! I also met our former Mayor, Norm Rice, and our County Executive Ron Sims.

My favorite part of the night, though, was the walk back to the car. Cars were honking, people were screaming, and dancing in the streets. Seattle is alive tonight.

We did it. Thank you to every single one of you, and most of all, thanks Barack.

Scowled brows | Report to Admin

By Barry Nov 6th 2008 at 10:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:11 pm EST)

To be honest, most of the pics of Mr. Obama make him look angry. Did he and Michelle recently have a tiff?

Re: Scowled brows | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 6th 2008 at 10:22 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:22 pm EST)

Looks angry?

We are not going to agree with all of Barack's picks and we all should know that. We just have to pray that Barack is lead to the right people and the right choices.

No one should attack someone on this blog that does not agree with Barack's picks. We just have to learn to agree to disagree but we should all try to find a middle ground.

So far I don't have a problem with his picks.

Re: Scowled brows | Report to Admin

By Obama Grandmama Nov 6th 2008 at 10:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:29 pm EST)

I noticed a more somber look since his Grandma's death. That stands to reason. It is harder to smile when you are grieving.

Re: Scowled brows | Report to Admin

By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 6th 2008 at 10:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:38 pm EST)

You might want to skip down to verse 37 in that biblical passage and read it too. As you have verse 26 noted on your page, not only is it taken out of context, it doesn't apply to President-Elect Obama.

Hiding behind a psedo name of "Barry" and being politely divisive is deceiving but you're only deceiving yourself.

Re: Scowled brows | Report to Admin

By Suzie McKay Nov 6th 2008 at 11:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:04 pm EST)

Go, girl!

We're outing the troll!

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By Rock on Mr. President!! Nov 6th 2008 at 10:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:47 pm EST)

Not seeing it...

Re: Scowled brows | Report to Admin

By Suzie McKay Nov 6th 2008 at 11:03 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:03 pm EST)

I've been watching you throughout the thread.

R
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Obama's Calls to World Leaders Thursday | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 10:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:12 pm EST)

The President-elect returned calls to 9 leaders today, thanking them for having called to express congratulations on his election earlier this week. He returned calls to.............

Link

Re: Obama's Calls to World Leaders Thursday | Report to Admin

By Cindy Nov 6th 2008 at 10:22 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:22 pm EST)

At least Pres.-elect Obama's staff can tell the difference between real leaders and a pair of comics from Montreal!!

Re: Obama's Calls to World Leaders Thursday | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 10:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:35 pm EST)

lol!

GREAT PICTURES | Report to Admin

By eric4obama Nov 6th 2008 at 10:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:12 pm EST)

Thanks for sharing those wonderful pictures with us. I like the one with Gibbs, Plouffe, Obama and Axelrod. That was my favorite.

Eric

God bless America | Report to Admin

By Ellie from Redford, MI Nov 6th 2008 at 10:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:12 pm EST)

First and foremost, our hearts and prayers are you on the lost of your grandmother, Congratulaions to you President Obama. As a minority (Puerto Rican/American) women it's an honor and privilage to say that Preseident Barack Obama is my president;) You and First Lady Michelle are an inspiration to our family. There was no doubt in my mind that you were going to win. God had not brought you that far to leave you. We love you and we will keep you, your family and The Bidens in our prayers always. God Bless you all and God bless America

Now for all the Presidents HATERS
You all need to stop being so negative towards PRESIDENT OBAMA. Hello...... WE NEED CHANGE! WAKE UP! So..... many lives lost in Iraq and Afganistan for what? We deserve to fly, our children deserve to fly and our future grandchildren deserve to fly. So guess what, if for any reason President Obama doesn't make a change (which I know he will make a change) look at where Bush left us. Give the men (President Obama/VP Biden) a chance.

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By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 6th 2008 at 10:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:17 pm EST)

You say it girl!!!!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 6th 2008 at 10:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:25 pm EST)

Ellie I can agree with most of what you said but let's try and remember we all are going to have difference of opinions and that is our right.

We are not going to agree with everything Barack's does. We have to learn to agree to disagree and respect others opinions. I just pray that Jesus lead and guide Barack in the right directions and that he picks the right people for the right position.

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus loves you :-)

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By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 6th 2008 at 10:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:59 pm EST)

I agree Debbie that we will differ in opinions and I respect that but I don't agree with negative opinions. The only difference between this type of communication (blogging) and talking over the phone or face to face is the absence of hearing each others voices but words are still powerful. I didn't read Ellie's post as disrespecting anyone's right to his/her opinion, I read it as a call to stop being negative. According to some of the comments written here, President-Elect Obama is already being held to the fire or a higher standard and he's not even in office yet.
Some people aren't knowledgeable enough or mature enough to overlook certain things. There is a responsibility associated with what we say and how we say it, whether it's written or spoken. I don't believe that our "right" supercedes that responsibility...but that's my opinion.

Respectfully and lovingly agreeing to disagree LOL.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 12:05 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:05 am EST)

I understand Michelle but if negative means disagreeing with someone that I guess I disagree with that. When I hear people saying that the may not approve of Barack's picks that is their right to say and I don't think that is being negative that's just their opinion. Now if people say rude things about Barack that are not true that is a different story.

We would not say anything to someone if they approve of his picks would we, so why can't the rule be the same if someone don't approve that is all I'm saying. We have to learn to agree to disagree and then find common ground.

So far I don't have a problem with Barack's picks.

Smile Jesus Loves you :-)

Election Night | Report to Admin

By Laura Nov 6th 2008 at 10:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:19 pm EST)

I spent my election night to the tv.I heard that my home state of Ohio went for Obama and PA went for Obama I knew it was over for McCain. When I saw the west coast also went to Obama, I was full with pride and happiness because I never thought in my lifetime that I would have a black man as my president. When I saw the official news about Obama winning the election, I called my awesome field organizer, to say that "Yes, We did it". I watched our President-elect Barack Obama's acceptance speech from Grant Park in Chicago, I was in tears knowing that I was a handful of volunteers and voters nationwide that elected our president. I still get misty-eyed when I still hear him speak. Right now in this point in time, I am proud to be an American and I am looking forward to see what our president is going to do in the four years to change this country around. My dad is in his seventies, who lives in Washington(state) and he voted for Barack Obama along with my two sisters, who are in the health care and education fields. All I can say right now is wow.

FLORIDA TURNED BLUE | Report to Admin

By "CZARINA" MARILYN from CRYSTAL BEACH, FLORIDA aka GODDESS OF SMILES and LAUGHTER Nov 6th 2008 at 10:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:24 pm EST)

For 12 years I had to wear one shade of blue or another to Catholic Schools and as an adult I was not too fond of the color blue, that is until November 4, 2008. Suddenly blue is a beautiful color. THANK YOU FLORIDA. I feel certain in my heart that everyone who took a stroke with that paint brush to make it turn blue by voting for President Elect Barack Obama will not be disappointed. Now, we still have work to do. We have to get that blue paint brush in the hands of the non believers. Once that happens we will be one step closer to completing our goals. We can not lose sight of what we fought for and what we accomplished, we made a promise to our new president to continue to work with him. Let us live up to that promise and answer President Barack Obama's call when we hear it. "YES WE CAN" did not end on election night, "YES WE CAN" has to echo in the halls of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue and the halls of the Capital Building, the Chamber of Congress and anywhere else the leaders of our country can hear us. They will come to realize we are not going away this time, WE HAVE OUR COUNTRY BACK! Those who thought for the past 8 years it was only their country better start getting used to us. They are going to eat, sleep, drink, walk and talk....."YES WE CAN".

Still On Cloud 9 | Report to Admin

By joe ruwe Nov 6th 2008 at 10:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:25 pm EST)

Wow, I just realized that in 7 months, I have raised more money for Obama than I have made for my own family. So, back to my day job!!!

WAY TO GO O-TEAM!!!

Anyone hear anything about the future of the O-blog?

I hope it sticks around...

YES WE DID '08

Re: Still On Cloud 9 | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 6th 2008 at 10:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:27 pm EST)

LOL!!

Looks like it's time to put out collection jars for the Ruwe team :P

Re: Still On Cloud 9 | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 10:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:31 pm EST)

Yeah, I slept easy last night (that hasn't happened in a long time).

I'm gonna miss the O-Blogs (if they go), but I do feel like it might be time to move on......

Re: Still On Cloud 9 | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Nov 6th 2008 at 10:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:33 pm EST)

Hey. You are on my cloud.

Re: Still On Cloud 9 | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Nov 6th 2008 at 10:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:36 pm EST)

Hey. It could be worse. I gave more than I made.
(Not really true but closer to the truth than I want it to be. I guess I'll have to make some more money. Too bad jobs are getting scarce.)

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By V-Day Nov 6th 2008 at 10:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:43 pm EST)

Sounds like you might have a new career calling. You should be those talents to some good use. As far as the blog. don't know. but just for yuks....thought I would check in.

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By Sarah Nov 7th 2008 at 2:06 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:06 am EST)

I'm hoping they get a blog going at change.gov. I went there today and felt right at home with the format.

let's go! | Report to Admin

By marti Nov 6th 2008 at 10:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:30 pm EST)

I have so much confidence in our new President, and now I am so excited to see this unfold, each step of the way!

already I see the experts (NOT the pundits) being impressed with his moves and picks, I see respect and encouraging words, and I can see hope for a brighter future in their eyes.

this is going to be good.

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Nov 6th 2008 at 10:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:33 pm EST)

Yes, it is the start of something good! I was thinking about the campaign logo today and it has a whole new meaning for me now.

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By marti Nov 6th 2008 at 10:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:40 pm EST)

true true it does!

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 6th 2008 at 10:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:34 pm EST)

Yup yup! : )

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By LA From FL Nov 6th 2008 at 10:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:34 pm EST)

I've been supporting Obama's campaign since the beginning and I am glad it is over so I can get some sleep and personal time :)

I cried and weep so much....and drink so many bottle of champagne.

I wanted to remember this night forever.

I like the picture of the 4 bandits together: Obama, Axerold, Gibbs and Plouffe.
The best team ever.

My next favorite, the younger sister kissing the older sister. Priceless.

We did it!!!!!!!!!!

YWS WE CAN

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By Carol Nov 6th 2008 at 10:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:34 pm EST)

Dear Obama-Biden Family

I'm reading so many wonderful thoughts from many of you as to the witnessing of history with the election of our next POTUS.

Would you do me a favor, take a minute, and post your thoughts and prayers on my blog for posterity sake? I want to be able to look back years from now and feel the sentiments that you feel. TYVM!

WV GrandMa

My Obama-Biden Pride Blog here:

Scroll down to comment; no need to register.

Link

Pretty Please??? :-)

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By Ugonna "and its easy to spell; J-O-B-S. Jobs" Wosu Nov 6th 2008 at 10:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:35 pm EST)

Obama's reaction is STILL so reserved in that living room!!! How?? LOL. Its his best and most frustrating asset. I like it that he never gets too down or too pissed, never too low. But, when things are good, I think you should let yourself feel those highest highs. These happy moments in life are fleeting.

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By marti Nov 6th 2008 at 10:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:39 pm EST)

...it's because he truly believes this is not about him, and he can't afford to take it to heart. At least that's what I believe, and that's why I believe so much in him, and what he says.

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By Rock on Mr. President!! Nov 6th 2008 at 10:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:56 pm EST)

Na' that's the face of a focused man.
Thank GOD!

He was a smiling and a giddy after addressing the world.

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By Lynn from Lansing, IL Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST)

Let's also remember that Barack's Grandmother died - I sensed a real sadness from him and I think that is part of it. I also think that the reality of the enormity of the job has become more real to him as well. It is sobering. And we have his back.

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By Suzanne from CT Nov 7th 2008 at 12:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:26 pm EST)

He has had no time to mourn. All I see in his face is occasional sadness and somberness, nothing that looks like angry.

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By DLT MN. Nov 7th 2008 at 9:58 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:58 am EST)

After he won the election and is now President Elect his focus now has turned towards healing this nation and it's hardly an easy task. So it's understandable if his demeanor is geared more towards that goal than one of celebration.

His celebration consisted of his victory speech and his next day being with his family, but the reality of what burdens have now been placed on his shoulders, after 21 months of campaigning and getting his policies out to the American people, he must now start the long hard road of trying to accomplish them during a pretty difficult time when our nation is mired in so many problems.

This won't be easy and the reality is that as much as he wants for all his policies to become law they are not going to be exactly what he and America hopes for. There is still a middle ground he must meet before he can change anything and that is a hard position to face.

Reality is a very eye opening event and it will take his very serious thought to move this country forward.

Like he says, he is far from a perfect candidate, but he will always be honest with us and what he needs to do will not sit right with everyone, but he will always listen to us and will do what's right for America.

His journey has just begun. Our journey with him has also just begun and he will need all of us and our understanding for him to bring about any real change in Washington.

Obama/OBiden President & VP Elect

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By Rock on Mr. President!! Nov 6th 2008 at 10:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:43 pm EST)

someone from CNBC...

Does anyone see anything wrong with it?

"...not much of his election mandate came from red states like Ohio, Florida, Virginia, and Indiana. He also won key purple states like Iowa, New Mexico, and Colorado."

WTF? What map is this guy looking at?

Here's a link to the blog..this guy drives me batty. I wish he'd retire...old rigid, single minded, goat.

Link

Click on home down on the right if anyone would like to correct him...I already did

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By Anne933 Nov 6th 2008 at 10:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:44 pm EST)

Thanks so very much for these pictures. I am still tearing up 2 days later. What a wonderful family! What a joy it will be to watch this all unfold.

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By AlaskaObamaLady Nov 6th 2008 at 10:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:50 pm EST)

I'm still getting used to the idea that Obama has won! Love that idea:)

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By GeorgiaPeach Nov 6th 2008 at 11:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:11 pm EST)

I can't stop the tears either. I'm so thankful to be alive at this time in our history! Congratulations again to our President Barack Obama. God bless him, his family, and our country!!

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By Doc Jerome Nov 6th 2008 at 10:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:51 pm EST)

Link

Joe Scarborough and other GOP ideologues have their hater hats on, and he has enlisted the dingbat blonde into his sabotage campaign. This is called creating a narrative for opportunistic criticism. Suddenly he want's to ask questions and be skeptical of Government, when he carried water for Bush's agendas.

Asking questions is fine, as long as they are germane to reporting fairness in our democracy, not facilitating an attempted political kneecapping. Lines are being drawn, and President Obama's only been elected less than 48 hrs.

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By Linda...President Obama/A New Beginning!! Nov 6th 2008 at 11:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:01 pm EST)

HELP !!!!!!

Can someone tell me if Presidents Obama swearing in ceremony on 1/20th will require tickets?????
or is it open to the public.

Also, what vinard will it be located at???

Anyone from the DC area on here tonight??

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By Lynn from Lansing, IL Nov 6th 2008 at 11:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:14 pm EST)

I believe that you do have to have a ticket. Back in 2000 we had to go to the Inaugural because our daughter was marching in the parade with her high school band. Some of the nuns from the school went to the swearing in and I think they had tickets. We had tickets to be in a certain area where there were bleachers to sit upon instead of standing at the curb. Trust me - it is INSANE at those things - I would rather watch on t.v. Of course, we had all of the protesters climbing up the back of the bleachers and burning flags because of the stolen election. Really, it was quite scary. They have guys with HUGE binoculars and snipers on the rooftops along the parade route - they also called in the swat teams and the army and navy - they were all standing along the parade route. I was just glad they were there to keep us safe from the protestors, even though I was mad about the election and we didn't want to be there and our daughter wore a protest tee shirt she made under her band uniform!!!

So yes, I do believe you need tickets for the Inaugural, and to have a guaranteed spot along the parade route.

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By NY Woman for Obama Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST)

I only watched Morning Joe ONCE - and that was AFTER Obama won - I REFUSE to watch Fox or Morning Joe or listen to (Crikee!) Rush L. -

The Huffington Post - who was definitely supportive of Obama -

I'm just saying that I'm thankful I never have to hear people complaining about what Joe Scarborough says.

As Keith Olberman put it, "Who cares what they said any more?"

Thanks for the link - and here's a quote from that link:

Chris Matthews appeared on "Morning Joe" Thursday morning, and in the context of discussing the Obama transition — and Rahm Emanuel's motives for waffling on the chief of staff position — told Joe Scarborough it is not his job to question Emanuel's motives.

"You know what?" Matthews said. "I want to do everything I can to make this thing work, this new Presidency work."

Scarborough and co-host Mika Brzezinski pressed Matthews on his claim, asking if it his his job as a journalist to make the Presidency work.

"Yeah, that's my job. My job is to help this country...to make this work succsesfully, because this country needs a successful Presidency, more than anything right now," Matthews said.

We need to continue to be, well like Chris Matthews, looking neither left nor right, but focusing on what will help the next President.

Because, in the long run, what helps him will help us.

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By NY Woman for Obama Nov 6th 2008 at 10:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 10:57 pm EST)

Can't Believe It - but there IS a NEW OBAMA WEBSITE -

You know for his PRESIDENTIAL ROLE -

www.change.gov -

It's small - it has a blog - but not one that we can use - and it has links to some of his new initiatives - like Government Transparency -

So typical that he'd start giving us gifts already.

It's so calming -
God bless -

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By Cindii *Obama blue sweetie* Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST)

:-D

Never thought I'd see the day when I looked forward to the President's press conference. :-b

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By Hope Won Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST)

IMHO, some people are born to be leaders. Barack Obama is one of them.

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By Carol from Lake Worth, FL Nov 6th 2008 at 11:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:00 pm EST)

What an historic day in the history of the USA! Even though I was not in attendance in Chicago, I felt all of the excitement in my home as I watched the First Family take the stage. Congratulations to Barack Obama and Joe Biden! I'm behind you 100%.

Obama's new website!!!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Kay, a Hope-aholic who would love to give Obama a hug :-) Nov 6th 2008 at 11:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:01 pm EST)

Obama's new website. Glad to see he will keep using the internet to keep us involved.

Link

YES WE CAN | Report to Admin

By Alan Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST)

Let us truly bring this country together. Give John McCain a cabinet position and lots of moderate republicans and other moderate independents who supported McCain will row in behind Barack and Joe.
BELIEVE......

Chris Wallace | Report to Admin

By Anthony in N.C. Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST)

I watched the clip of Chris Wallace and Jon Stewart and was somewhat disgusted with Chris Wallace suggesting that President Elect Obama will not do great.

I am praying that President Elect Obama and Vice President Elect Biden will do great by keeping their promises and turning things around in this country. A lot of people are hoping that he fails to legitimize their attacks on President Elect Obama and votes for McCain/Palin, but I believe the most qualified and best candidate was elected and he will do great.

One of the things I appreciate is that he is demostrating that plans to keep his promise by creating the website "Change.gov" to keep the voters informed about his administration and activities.

May God continue to bless our 44th President Elect and guide him and this country to greater accomplishments.

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By Hope Won Nov 6th 2008 at 11:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:13 pm EST)

Anthony, Chris Matthews is being the devil's advocate. Plus, he is NOT smarter than Barack Obama. He just thinks he is. Just because he says it doesn't make it true.

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By Change comes from the bottom up, especially if you have a cattle prod , ya hear me Blue Dogs!!!! Nov 6th 2008 at 11:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:47 pm EST)

Exactly! I rather prefer the continue to under estimate President Obama because it only benefit the rest of us in the end. Exhibit A - THE ELECTION RESULTS!

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By Hope Won Nov 6th 2008 at 11:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:56 pm EST)

It's called R E S P E C T. Mr. President Obama deserves that. Now. Not later.

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By Jama For Obama Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:05 pm EST)

Thanks for sharing. I sat wondering what was going on behnd the scenes as you and your family waited for the returns.

I got chills
I am so filled with joy

God Bless you and your beautiful family Mr. President

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By Dude for Hope who is really, really proud to be an Iowan Nov 6th 2008 at 11:08 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:08 pm EST)

Now that we have elected Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States, we have a new task ahead of us, reassuring our neighbors and friends who voted for John McCain that the end of the world is not coming. Yesterday as I was raking leaves, a task I had postponed so I could canvass every day of GOTV, a neighbor passed by and said, "I see your guy won", referring to the Obama signs that had decorated my lawn for months. I said something about how happy we were about his victory. She indicated that she had voted for McCain and now she was very worried. I asked why, and she said it was because of Barack's association with terrorists. I explained that Obama and Ayers were on the board of the Annenberg Challenge Project, a charitable organization working to improve Chicago schools. Barack knew Ayers as a neighbor, but was unaware of his background, news of which appeared when Barack was eight years old. There is no reason to believe that Barack knew of Ayers history, given they were both working with a Republican funded organization. Her response, "Funny, that's exactly what my son-in-law told me." I went on to tell her that I had the opportunity to meet Barack at a Sunday morning prayer breakfast, and listen to him tell about his Christian faith and how he came to accept the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior. I consider myself a good judge of character, and there was a ring of truth about his story that I don't believe he could fake. I reassured her that he is a Christian and not a Muslim and any statement to the contrary was just a political smear. I hope I was able to ease her mind just a little.

Everyone should take any opportunity to spread a positive message about Obama and continue to fight the false information that is still in the minds of many on the other side.

Peace - Dude

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 6th 2008 at 11:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:30 pm EST)

what i told those i encountered who were supporting McCain or not supporting Obama, I certainly hope you will give Senator Obama a chance to earn your trust once the election is over.

i think that is all we can ask them to do, is to try to open their minds to something besides what they know. after all, they have been terrorized for 8 years. they don't know what it's like not to live out of fear.

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By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:02 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:02 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that. Everyone please encourage our new President to do so.

Thanks.

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By Doug Nov 6th 2008 at 11:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:45 pm EST)

Hi all.

President Obama...I can't get enough of saying it!!! First of all, great job and thank you so much to each and every one of you who supported this campaign!

I'm reading AP reports from the last few days that Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid is looking to replace Lieberman on the Homeland Security committee and perhaps expel him from the Democratic caucus because of Lieberman's support for McCain. Please don't get me wrong; I am not a fan of Lieberman, and I'm as unhappy as anyone for his support of McCain. However, I want to go on record and say this is a bad idea for several reasons. First of all, Lieberman, except on issues of Iraq, votes with the Democratic agenda most of the time, and it won't be of much service to President Obama's legislative agenda to throw away a supportive vote by alienating Lieberman just out of resentment. Second, the Homeland Security department was Lieberman's idea, and again to take him off the committee, absent any reason to believe that he is unqualified to chair it, is just openly and unabashedly punative. I think that doing this would set a very poor precedent for the Senate under an Obama administration; it would send the message that the Democratic party does not tolerate disent or disagreement and will punish perceived acts of betrayel. I don't think this is in keeping with what President-Elect Obama said in his speech on election night, that he would listen to opposition, especially when there was disagreement, and that, for people who had not voted for him, he would still be their president too. How can we be expected to be bipartisan with Republicans when we expel even Independents? We need unity and coalition building in order to govern effectively, not act like Bush and Rove did with Jim Jeffords and lots of other people. I think Reid and the Senate Democrats need to get that message.

Again, congratulations everyone!! Yes We Can! Now, the real work begins!

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By Bud Nov 7th 2008 at 8:52 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:52 am EST)

I TOTALLY AGrEE
The financial crisis is becoming a crisis for pets whose owners can no longer afford them and are abandoning them to shelters.

PLEASE PLEASE send a message to the public that pound puppies are the best and most humane choice.

My pound puppy was 6 months old - he is now almost 15

Trolls STILL | Report to Admin

By NY Woman for Obama Nov 6th 2008 at 11:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:13 pm EST)

We continue to get the occasional Troll -

I just reported - several times - and added a donation - which now goes to the DNC because we're post-election -

"They will not run my blog!" (smile)

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By Hope Won Nov 6th 2008 at 11:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:21 pm EST)

This is my message to myself: Not this time. Just because they say it doesn't make it true. Barack Obama WON! And so did WE.

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By Dude for Hope who is really, really proud to be an Iowan Nov 6th 2008 at 11:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:27 pm EST)

I wish staff could add a blocking feature so we could choose to ignore these trolls. They feed on attention so if no one sees their posts they get discouraged and go away.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 7th 2008 at 1:03 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:03 am EST)

DUDE!!! good to "see" you after seeing you on election night! did you see the pictures the daily iowan took of our party?

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By Dude for Hope who is really, really proud to be an Iowan Nov 7th 2008 at 11:45 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:45 am EST)

No I didn't see them. Were they posted on-line?

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 7th 2008 at 11:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:30 pm EST)

yes....sorry so late in my response! ebony sent them to me, i had looked earlier and there weren't so many up.

WOW | Report to Admin

By "Makeda" Independent Sweetie who helped to elect President Barack Hussein Obama Nov 6th 2008 at 11:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:25 pm EST)

Those pictures speak a thousand words. Thanks for posting. I hope we still have this website.

Oh My | Report to Admin

By JK57 Nov 6th 2008 at 11:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:25 pm EST)

I am so happy and thrilled that our candidate won this election. But I am absolutely stunned at how many people there are who believe that the demise of America is just around the corner. I have a good friend who was for McCain - mostly because of abortion. Also, her husband kept telling her that Barack was a Muslim. This evening I saw she had posted on her myspace blog. I read it and was just stunned! She said she feels that the time is quickly coming when we will all have to fight or die. They are stockpiling food, water, medical supplies, ammo and plan on purchasing more firearms before the "reign of Obama" begins. I mean, I knew her husband was kind of paranoid, but this is almost scary! Have any of you heard stories like this? It's freaky.

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By Dude for Hope who is really, really proud to be an Iowan Nov 6th 2008 at 11:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:35 pm EST)

See my post up thread about gun sales in Colorado. With the gun shops and right wing preachers stoking the fire, a lot of crazy things may happen.

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By Jan R in SC Nov 6th 2008 at 11:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:27 pm EST)

A local group which I began organizing back during our primaries had a meeting tonight. We were bidding farewell to our Obama staffer. She is heading out to Chicago to assist with the transition.

We decided to have at least once monthly meetings in the future for local Obama supporters. It is our intention to keep the group active and growing. In addition to being ready on the ground for the 2012 campaign - we intend to work diligently to "work from the bottom up" on local and state campaigns in the future.

President Obama (doesn't that sound wonderful) will need the help of all of us throughout his administration. I encourage all of you to continue your Obama support groups. If we intend to take back our country........we'll have to join together nationwide.

Let me know if you form an ongoing group in your area. We can exchange agendas etc. And now, I shall finally start a personal blog...you can post there.

What a fabulous journey this has been.
Keep working folks......the battle has just begun!

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By JK57 Nov 6th 2008 at 11:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:54 pm EST)

Dude for Hope.....that is exactly where my friend lives - Colorado! Freaky. And, by the way, I am also from Iowa. Helped bring the caucus home for Barack. Woo hoo!!

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By Ryno Nov 6th 2008 at 11:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:27 pm EST)

We did it, and it feels amazing!

I've been on this website for over a year now and I feel a kinship with the Obama community.

Hopefully we'll see you folks in four years.

Ryan, Life-long Indiana Republican
Proudly and enthusiastically voted for Barack Obama in '08!

No to 'scorched-earth' politics!

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By Hope Won Nov 6th 2008 at 11:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:36 pm EST)

Amen Ryan. We are connected in some way. Never forget that.

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By Dude for Hope who is really, really proud to be an Iowan Nov 6th 2008 at 11:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:49 pm EST)

Don't leave us yet, Ryno. Barack still needs all of us, Republicans, Independants, and Democrats to heal the country and work together to solve the major problems facing us. So much hatred and mis-information has been spread during the campaign that I fear we can't do it alone. We especially need moderate Republicans to help fight the smears that continue to be spread about Barack. Please read my post about Reassurance.

Thanks - Dude

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 12:09 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:09 am EST)

Think r work as only begun. The ground will have to continue to stay positive on a new direction and that November is already starting to shape upward. Set the tone for what a working America will look like.

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By Change comes from the bottom up, especially if you have a cattle prod , ya hear me Blue Dogs!!!! Nov 6th 2008 at 11:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:32 pm EST)

The Mormon church sunk a great deal of money into the black, latino, and white faith based communities in California, and the heavily Latino and White Christian communities in Florida... some of the pastors in those communities probably benefited financially from this and in turn used the pulpit to encourage their congregants to support the gay marriage ban. What the homosexual community should be doing is reaching out to those communities instead of assuming just because they're minorities they would somehow automatically support gay unions. Remember, people are very guarded when it comes to their religious ideology coupled with the lack of education about human rights and how this affects every one i.e. equal protection under the law. So I would encourage the Gay and Lesbian communities across the United States to begin an education outreach, so the voting public especially the minority communities would better understand the issue. I believe it's better to address the issue in a proactive manner, instead of reacting to the election results and demonizing entire ethnic groups, and certainly not holding Sen. Obama responsible for people's religious ideology. After all Sen. Obama has done nothing but address intolerance that exist in this country right now. By the way although Sen. Obama carried Colorado (majority white state), Affirmative Action was abolished. I make this point in response to the post earlier on this blog about why African American didn't say NO to gay marriage ban in California. Arguably after some of the local and state proposition this election cycle... we could all use a lesson on tolerance.

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By Hope Won Nov 6th 2008 at 11:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:43 pm EST)

All I can say is GOD DAMN THE MORMON CHURCH. And the United States they think they represent. God and Jesus would never do this. That church does not represent love. God is love.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 6th 2008 at 11:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:58 pm EST)

yeah, it's all craziness. just like how in AK there were fewer voters than in 2004, and that's why ted is fixin to win. now who on earth believes there were fewer voters in AK this time than last????

and how were they off in THREE RACES in AK by about the same percentage from the polling and exit polling????

we gotta get this corruption leak fixed and fixed soon!!!

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By Hope Won Nov 7th 2008 at 12:09 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:09 am EST)

Mary, they will hang on to the power WE THE AMERICAN PEOPLE give them. How about NOT THIS TIME. I trust Barack Obama. I do not trust many others. The powers that be think we cannot think for ourselves. In fact, they are banking on that.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 7th 2008 at 12:19 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:19 am EST)

yup....yup.....exactly. and did you all hear what the representative said today about knowing things about a lot of reps and senators that no one wanted to know....and that they hadn't been thinking for themselves per another one?

see, it has become my theory that the corporations have 'bought out' the republican party, and the republicans and the democrats neither one are really aware of this. i believe that some are waking up....

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By Dude for Hope who is really, really proud to be an Iowan Nov 7th 2008 at 11:30 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:30 am EST)

I've known that Washington politics is seriously flawed, ever since reading "The Washington Pay-off A Lobbyist's Own Story of Corruption in Government" Link by Robert Winter-Berger about the time of the Watergate investigations.

Until Barack came along I feared that we would never be able to change politics. Thank God Barack saw that change was possible and developed a strategy to create change. More later on how I believe he can do it with our help.

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By Dude for Hope who is really, really proud to be an Iowan Nov 7th 2008 at 12:16 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:16 am EST)

Time to send the FBI team that nailed Stevens for corruption back to Alaska to investigate election fraud. Thank God there are still some honest people in the FBI who didn't give in to pressure when investigating Stevens.

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By Jeanne, "who volunteers at the pleasure of the President" in Eugene, Oregon Nov 6th 2008 at 11:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:58 pm EST)

I am proud of my 80 yr. old mother, who is a life long Catholic and California resident.

She not only voted "NO" on 8, she spoke to everyone she knew about the importance of voting against 8, because it is wrong to use the constitution to discriminate against one group of people.

Go Mom...

It's only a matter of time until our collective conscience gets a clue. I believe that our victory on Tuesday will speed that evolutionary process up! I HOPE...

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By Livvy Nov 7th 2008 at 5:26 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:26 am EST)

In Sydney we have a gay and lesbian mardi gras every year in March and we straights go because its such a hoot..It initially started as a protest movement and they focus on one issue per annum... Funny thing, one of my gay co-workers was just saying they have run out of things to protest.

aside ..I think it's time for Joe to drop ladies and gentlemen not that I don't think its nice and respectful but which side do gays fit in.

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By Beth Nov 6th 2008 at 11:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:32 pm EST)

Congratulations President-Elect Obama!

I was so fortunate to have been chosen to represent Elkhart County, IN by sitting behind you during your visit to Concord High School. If you remember someone saying that at one point you appeared to have a "glow" around your head on TV, well, that was my white hair!

What was special for me that evening went beyond providing your "halo". My grandmother shook the hand of Abraham Lincoln when he was campaigning in Springfield, IL. A teacher, I used that personal connection to history when I would read a favorite picture book, Pink and Say by Patricia Polaco. If you know the story, after finishing the reading I would shake each child's hand so they could "touch the hand" of someone who had "touched the hand of someone . . . who shook hands with Abraham Lincoln."

I had hoped from the time you announced your candidacy that I would have the opportunity to shake your hand. After your speech, I moved as close as I could to the edge of the crowd, stretched my arm as far as I could stretch it, and hoped. First you moved past me, then you crossed your right arm over your left, reached back and shook my hand. For you it was just another hand reaching out to you--I don't think you could even see the head or body connected to it. But for me, I was getting to touch history just as my grandmother had more than a hundred years before.

I am proud to have worked for your election and now I'm ready to work to improve our country. We need to put the same energy into the tasks that lay ahead as we did into turning Indiana blue. There is no time for arrogance. We'll have stories to tell later just as my grandmother did. But now, we must work together as one people to accomplish our dream of an even better America.

God bless you, your family, and our country.

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By pyxe in MS Nov 7th 2008 at 12:01 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:01 am EST)

There was a piece on Elkhart on PBS Newshour tonight. Things look pretty tough there right now. :-( But I remembered Obama's visit to your town earlier this year while I was watching it. So glad IN went blue this year! Thank you thank you thank you!!! :-)

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By Emmy4change Nov 6th 2008 at 11:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:36 pm EST)

I live in Idaho now but grew up in VA and all I have to say is I LOVE YOU VA YOU MADE MY DREAM COME TRUE YOU TURNED BLUE. I'm so proud of everyone and I'm soooooo happy.

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By Global Citizen Linda Nov 6th 2008 at 11:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:51 pm EST)

I really love all the red states that gave Obama a chance!!!

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By Emmy4change Nov 6th 2008 at 11:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:53 pm EST)

Oh I forgot to mention LANDSLIDE BABY!!!!!!!!!! Thank you Mr. Pres-elect for doing this for all of us you are a strong man and will do wonderful things. I cried when I read what you stood for the night of the Idaho caucas and I cried on the forth when you won it for us all and gave us our hope back and the burning need to fight for change. Mr. Veep-elect you rock. You handled yourself wonderfully during the debates (I would have smacked her in the back of the head). MRS. Firstlady-elect you kick total ass and I adore you. I cannot wait until I can see you guys in the whitehouse. THANK YOU for believing in us!!!!!!!!!!!

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 7th 2008 at 1:20 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:20 am EST)

VA has voting issues too; something HAS to be done about those touch screens....no matter what, the percentages in rural VA came in @ 55 to 44 or so...now see, that's how you spot fraud....and those machines are so easy to trick...any VA folks need to get going on that NOW.

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By Pedro Hussein Lopez "It is now 11 o'clock on the East Coast and Keith, we can report history" Nov 6th 2008 at 11:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:43 pm EST)

I was concerned about a "Bradley effect", much like many people. Despite what had happened in Dixville Notch the previous night, I could not be reassured. I tuned into MSNBC Live on the internet because A) The entire election crew was awesome and B) I am hooked on their elections musical themes, especially when they announce the election results.

I was slightly concerned until I began to watch the election results coming out of Indiana. When I saw results coming in from the red counties, I was shocked. Barack was actually doing quite well! Despite all the closings, I kept my eye on Indiana. More and more precincts from the red counties kept coming. But the race stayed close. It was at some point as John McCain started to run out of precincts in red counties and seeing that Lake County and Marion County haven't yet even counted, I started having hope. Then it happened. Pennsylvania for Barack. Then New York, Michigan, Arizona was too close to call? Then the biggest shock of them all, Ohio. And Ohio was not premature because they haven't even counted Cuyahoga County yet. Having been excited about Barack winning Ohio, I was getting really giddy. Still, not a thing mattered because Barack still needed to get to 270. I had a great feeling about what was going to happen when the polls closed in California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii. At 7:58 PST, I simply told my dad to prepare for a major announcement. Then what I couldn't fathom:

"It is eleven o'clock on the East Coast and Keith we can report history"

"Barack Obama is projected to be the next President of the United States"

The best seat was in the house!

MSNBC's call was by far the best of them. It's here!

Link

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By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 7th 2008 at 1:26 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:26 am EST)

It's amazing what you miss when you're jumping up and down and laughing and crying and talking on the phone and thanking God!!!! LOL. Thank you for posting this, I watched MSNBC too for the coverage and I thought it was done well.

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By CM Nov 6th 2008 at 11:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:47 pm EST)

Setting in chairs in front of Barack and it looks like Barack is holding the mans hands?.a woman setting next to the man and a woman standing behind them...anyone know?

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By Jeanne, "who volunteers at the pleasure of the President" in Eugene, Oregon Nov 6th 2008 at 11:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:59 pm EST)

I was wondering too...

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By CM Nov 7th 2008 at 12:07 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:07 am EST)

I am thinking he might be a minister?

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By Global Citizen Linda Nov 7th 2008 at 12:03 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:03 am EST)

Campaign manager, strategist, communications director.

Also has Michelle's mother, her brother, his kids and other member's of the Obama family

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By CM Nov 7th 2008 at 12:11 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:11 am EST)

No...I have never seen these people before.they are setting in chair toward each other.it's the photo after you see them walking up concrete steps.

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By Unknown user Nov 6th 2008 at 11:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:51 pm EST)

Link

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By Jeffrey from Eastpointe, Michigan Nov 6th 2008 at 11:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:54 pm EST)

What will happen to this site when Obama becomes president? I am going to miss you guys.

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By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:03 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:03 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that. Everyone please encourage our new President to do so.

Thanks.

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By Zoolie Nov 6th 2008 at 11:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:55 pm EST)

Having raised three wonderful sons, there were so many times I've watched them in plays, musical performances, debates, and other accomplishments, including graduations. My heart would feel such joy and pride it felt like it could burst, not just because of their accomplishments, but because they were developing so much integrity.

Being involved in Barack Obama's journey for so long, I've felt the same pride overwhelm me. We've all invested our love, hope, and faith in him and the dream he represents. We are all family, working toward our common dream.

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By Hope Won Nov 7th 2008 at 12:01 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:01 am EST)

Yes we are Zoolie.

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By D.S. Nov 6th 2008 at 11:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:57 pm EST)

He will have to pick some Clinton people, but I hoe not too many of them. I hope he can find people with some newer ideas. I'm also curious to learn more about the women, latinos and african americans who will join the team. The pics are great. Barack looks tired though. He needs some rest.

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By Hope Won Nov 7th 2008 at 12:13 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:13 am EST)

Hey Davida, WE love you anyway.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 12:14 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:14 am EST)

Well Davida I don't think he has to pick Clinton people. It's his choice but I do hope it's not alot of Clinton's Administration in there, to me that would not be good. I pray that is makes the right choices for the right positions.

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By Rob Nov 6th 2008 at 11:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 6th 2008 at 11:58 pm EST)

I was very happy that Barack Obama won. He looked humbled, maybe even a bit troubled? Then he smiled but I'm worried for him due to the incredible burden he faces as President.

As for the rumor that he may pick Senator Kerry as Secretary of State, I'm really hoping he chooses someone else. Don't you think there are better candidates for that position?

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 12:15 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:15 am EST)

Well Robert I like Kerry but that is Barack's choice. I'm sure it's always someone that may be better.

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By Rob Nov 7th 2008 at 12:21 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:21 am EST)

I just read a news report that retired Marine Gen. James Jones is being considered for that post as well.

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By Hope Won Nov 7th 2008 at 12:19 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:19 am EST)

Barack Obama is no different than you and me. He just understands that it takes a hell of a lot of effort to make CHANGE. Most people want it to be easy. It's not going to be easy. Thank God HE KNOWS THIS. I am positive in my heart it hasn't be been easy for him. I know what I'm talking about. Have you ever lost a parent? Someone you love more than yourself? Probably not. I have. I understand.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 12:49 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:49 am EST)

Yes Teena I understand.

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You:-)

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By Brittany D Nov 7th 2008 at 12:04 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:04 am EST)

I spent my night watching nervously as at first, McCain took the lead. But then as Obama jumped in numbers, I screamed. when I found out he won, I cried and laughed. Thank goodness he won!

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By lynn Nov 7th 2008 at 12:10 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:10 am EST)

I am so pleased with the election results, but they have caused nothing but trouble for me at school. I live in a very conservative city full of some very close-minded people. The day after the election i was so excited. Every where that i went in school i heard rudde, racist and untruthful comments. People can be so cruel! It is almost unbearable to go to school. It has been very challenging to stay calm. Even when i try to explain to people that they are wrong when the call Obama names, they don't listen. More often than not they get angry and interrupt anything i say. I thank God that there are other people in the US that are thinking clearly. My mom just recently lost her job and times are tough. I dont know what would have happened to us if it had gone the other way. We needed a change, badly. The reaction to the election proved it. People are need to give Obama a chance. They are all ready saying horrible things and it isnt even January yet. I just dont understand how people can be so judgemental and downright cruel. Seriously, these last few days have made me want to move as far away from this town as possible as soon as i go off to college and never look back. I believe you can see people's true colors during elections and i don't like what i saw where i live.
At least overall Americans made the right choice.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 12:17 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:17 am EST)

I understand Renee. We have to pray for people like that.

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By Hope Won Nov 7th 2008 at 12:28 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:28 am EST)

Smile Renee. Love conquered Hate. There is not one thing to fear. Unless you don't like love.

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By Hope Won Nov 7th 2008 at 12:33 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:33 am EST)

Love 'em anyway. Peace.

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By MRA - Mary, NY - SO VERY PROUD OF MY COUNTRY! Nov 7th 2008 at 12:42 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:42 am EST)

As difficult as it may be, I would try to ignore most of it. You'll never win in a crowd, because their ignorance feeds off each other. BUT, when you have the opportunity to talk to someone one on one, definitely take it.

I expect the talk will die down some over the coming weeks, and when President Obama takes office and starts changing this country for the better, they will be shown for the ignorant people they are.

I know one voice can change a room.... but I am sure it is a much more difficult task when that room is in a highschool where most are only echoing what they hear from their family and are not informed or interested in facts. Keep the faith!

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By John Colton Nov 7th 2008 at 12:50 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:50 am EST)

When Obama takes office and WE start changing the country.

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By MRA - Mary, NY - SO VERY PROUD OF MY COUNTRY! Nov 7th 2008 at 12:59 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:59 am EST)

As invested as I am in that idea, the start will be handling the economic crisis, providing jobs by spurring the auto industry, the green industry, infrastructure and the like, moving toward the end of the war in Iraq, reviewing every executive order Bush did, reviewing all federal funding, and many other initial tasks.

President Obama will be making significant and meaningful changes before we will have the opportunity to participate in that process.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 7th 2008 at 12:26 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:26 am EST)

has everyone signed up @ change.gov? Link

it's the POTUS elect's site for joining in on promoting the future of the US.

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By Jade--Who Loves to Decorate Her Latte Cup With Flag Pins! Nov 7th 2008 at 12:31 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:31 am EST)

I'm there now. Sending along comments. :-) It's a beautiful thing, isn't it?!

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Nov 7th 2008 at 12:49 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:49 am EST)

Yay! I signed up too. I would have said "also" but that word is temporarily removed from my vocabulary until I no longer conjur up images of moose shootings from a helicopter.

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By Jade--Who Loves to Decorate Her Latte Cup With Flag Pins! Nov 7th 2008 at 1:02 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:02 am EST)

I had one of those moments a couple days ago . . . went to the local Hess station, saw a sign outside for Maverick cigarettes, and my stomach did weird things.

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By AlaskaObamaLady Nov 7th 2008 at 8:26 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:26 am EST)

I do not like to use the word 'also' right now either....it's a pain in the neck because it is such a useful word! I went to change.gov and it looks to be a great site...but no working blog yet. I'm not sure if I'm registered there, sent my thoughts on a vision for the country, and my story from election night (also). Is there an official registration on the site?

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By MRA - Mary, NY - SO VERY PROUD OF MY COUNTRY! Nov 7th 2008 at 12:36 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:36 am EST)

Hi Mary,

Yup, did that earlier (if signing up is just entering my e-mail and zip on the home page, let me know if I missed something!)

And everyone should check out this Dailykos diary - pics from the Manassas VA rally: Link

This is a beautiful series of pics, focused on these two kids - what made the last one even more perfect is the woman in the last pic, under the Obama/Biden sign, in Muslim headwear (sorry, can't recall the proper name)

A MUST SEE!

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By Charles from New York Nov 7th 2008 at 9:41 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:41 am EST)

I couldn't see any place on the change.gov home page where I could register my email and zip code. Did they take it off? Did I miss it?

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By Charles from New York Nov 7th 2008 at 9:47 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:47 am EST)

Never mind; found it. Regrets for the fire drill.

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By Hope Won Nov 7th 2008 at 12:38 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:38 am EST)

I'm there Mary and I applied for a job. Wow. How liberating that was.

Yes We Can!

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 12:55 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:55 am EST)

Good 4 You. That is how you do it. Go for it. No Fear.

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 12:45 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:45 am EST)

Thxs Mary T. I just did. I have been looking at a for day now. I will be Frank....rather intimidating...but I think it is a the 1st message to bring all of us together into a new direction.

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By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 7th 2008 at 12:54 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:54 am EST)

Just shared my story and ideas. I'm going to wait until tomorrow and go back through to read all of the information. We all must thinking along the same lines. I was going to post the link until I saw this post LOL.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 7th 2008 at 1:00 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:00 am EST)

GO team Obama GO!!!!

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 1:05 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:05 am EST)

Yes. I just got my 1st suttle message today from a person who collects the change from the vending machine who just brought me the bag. I stated cheers for change and he stated cheers.

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By Mid America Mom Nov 7th 2008 at 1:28 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:28 am EST)

Yep a little while ago! thanks for the reminder (please O message please?).

I sent in an idea... anyone else?

I was advocating getting rid of the penny and changing the metal of the nickel.

Save money (we spend more to make then they are worth) and help the environment - zinc is used in many things.

*Next year they will have a special penny since lincoln 200th bday is then. Obama is so steeped in Lincoln and from IL. I think he could make the case.

Mid America Mom

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 1:35 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:35 am EST)

Question, Do we log on the same way we did with this blog? I'm new to blogging;this was the first time I ever considered blogging. I want to continue to be active. Help! What do I need to do?

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By Sherr from Columbus, OH Nov 7th 2008 at 12:28 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:28 am EST)

Election night for my family was filled with excitement and anticipation For the first time I watched my children become interested in something other than cartoons, I watched my 9 year old son cheer and say "Mommy he did it! Barack Obama did it!" I listened to him as he told the story of how when his school held a "mock election" that he spoke his third grade class and told the students who wanted to vote for Senator McCain that Barack Obama was the best. I watched my 8 year old daughter dance throughout the house and sing the National Anthem, and say "Yes We Can!" I watched my husband who woke up at 5am to vote stand proud and say "My vote was worth it, finally." I myself was proud and cried because I knew that what I have told my children all of their lives has finally come true "There are no limitations for you ever!"
Thank you Mr. Obama for giving my family that spark of hope that we needed..You'll never understand just how much you have touched our lives.
God bless you and your family; God bless you also Mr. Biden as well as your family. Put God first always and allow Him to lead you all in your decisions.
Sherry McMillan Jones

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By RD in MI Nov 7th 2008 at 12:39 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:39 am EST)

I sat at home with my wife and once Ohio went we knew, but I contained myself for a little while longer. We were watching the Will.i.am 'Yes We Can' video on youtube when MSNBC came back from commercial and called the election for Obama at 11pm our time. We woke up our 7 year-old and I went out into our white suburban cul-de-sac and screamed at the top of my lungs. It has been a long 21 months, but worth every penny donated and every door knocked upon. I can now show my face as an American and be proud again.

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By MRA - Mary, NY - SO VERY PROUD OF MY COUNTRY! Nov 7th 2008 at 12:53 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:53 am EST)

When PA was called, I knew that pretty much was it BUT when Ohio was called is when I started shouting and toasting.

I had to run out and do my supervisor a favor and didn't get out of here till almost 10:30 - knew I had to be home by 11:00 as it would be officially called then.

Walked in the house at 11:01, turned the tv back on(should have left it on!) and, though no picture was there, caught the latter part of the sentence " President-elect Obama" -

Unfortunately, was still trying to get applications submitted on-line by 11:59 pm, so kept jumping back and forth between the tv, my drink and my computer!

Actually, as I recall, as I was trying to make my way through essay questions earlier in the evening, I really wanted a Corona after PA, but knew I had so much to do yet (including that run downtown) so I held off, but only till OH at which time I HAD to have a toast, but did wait till after the 11 pm call to break out the Margarita's! (Have to wonder what the last few questions on that app read like! LOL)

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By Beth from Albany Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 12:46 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:46 am EST)

We Are the People

On November 4th, 2008, we the people, elected our next President who summoned the citizens of our Nation to serve and unite as One America. As President-elect Obama gazed upon the diverse crowd of a quarter of a million people on election night, and as the whole world looked on, he reiterated President Lincoln’s infamous proclamation, “of the people, by the people, for the people.” It was evident that his plan was to lead our Nation, not as a leader of many, but as a legion of unified people with a singular purpose for our Country.

Our voices were heard loud and clear on election night when we exercised our constitutional right to vote. However, this right also includes the duty to serve and be actively involved in the new leadership of our Country.

Although the metaphorical wounds are still too raw for some, our new President-elect Obama rallied all voters; democrat, republican, white, black, Native, Asian and Latino Americans, to continue their involvement in the best democracy of the world. President-elect Obama, has been, and continues to be, an extraordinary example that every American ought to emulate.

President-elect Obama believed in us as we believed in him; and from the beginning, he has expected us to continue our dedication to service and to assist him in bringing about the crucial change needed in our government. Now he is expecting all Americans to travel this journey united; and not passively or as a disgruntled onlooker, but as an engaged voter.

As President-elect Obama goes about selecting the best possible team to assist him in the daunting task of healing our Country and implementing a course of action for our future, we together as Americans, voters or not, need to be mindful of our responsibility to civic duty. And when our newly elected President Obama is ready to call upon us to serve in what ever capacity that we are able, our only response should be, “What do you need me to do?”

Get involved, make a difference, and act without hesitation. Link

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I submitted this LTE to the Washington Post, very lofty thought of any chance in you know what of it getting published, but I just had to do it!

P.S. Hi Nighttimers!

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By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 7th 2008 at 1:00 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:00 am EST)

I hope they do publish it; it's a great letter.

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By Rudy4Obama Nov 7th 2008 at 2:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:56 pm EST)

Beth, I don't understand "Infamous proclamation" ...... ??????

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By Cherie E. Nov 7th 2008 at 12:49 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:49 am EST)

Incredibly joyful!
Remarkable!
Beyond Exciting!
Precious great moment!
Breathtaking!
Astounding!
The climax of a huge massive group accomplishment!
A feeling of great relief!
A weight lifted of my shoulders with the HOPE now of better days ahead!

Thank you Barack and the American People!

Cherie Egbert From Ventura CA

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 12:50 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:50 am EST)

The highlight of my day other than my family is to end it with these wonderful pictures. I can hardly contain my excitement about President Elect Obama and his family.

Let us stay united in supporting him. Let us continue to trust him because he hasn't given us any reason to doubt him thus far. He has done what he said he would do to this point.

I believe that his selections for his new administration are for reasons few of us know. President Elect Obama will make his choices based on loyalty, qualifications and intelligence and just maybe he assured the Clintons that he would take care of some of thier people.

Whatever the reason, I TRUST PRESIDENT ELECT OBAMA.
I'm so happy I can't stand myself and I'm looking forward to his press conference tomorrow.

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By Nette Nov 7th 2008 at 12:53 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:53 am EST)

I am more proud to be an American today. Only in America can a Dream be fulfilled. President Barack Obama has motivated all American to reach their highest potential. Even when he was knocked down, he kept on trying. So many of my ancestors, family, and African American community fought sooo hard for this day. It is amazing that finally a person can be judge on the content of their character and not their color. Thank you, Thank you so much- for giving my son, nieces, nephew, and future grandchildren a new vision, hope and direction.

We have over come!! All American-black, white, Latino, Native American, Asia, young and old, straight or gay, and disable and non disabled came together to elect our 44th President who happen to be African American and Caucasian.

OH WHAT A BEAUTIFUL WORLD!!!

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By Sabrina ♥s her new President! Nov 7th 2008 at 12:54 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:54 am EST)

I heard Malia is allergic to long haired dogs... so my suggestion is a Boston Terrier! They are shorthaired dogs and they never shed. They are so precious and lovable.. i should know because i have one! Plus, theres a boston terrier rescue club if Obama wanted to go that route.

Rescue:
Link

Boston Babies (so cute!)
Link

http://farm3.static.flickr.com /2193/2268396918_7bb59a48c8.jp g?v=0

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By Evan Nov 7th 2008 at 1:11 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:11 am EST)

DOES ANYBODY AGREE WITH ME THAT BARACK OBAMA PULLED A 'ROPE-A-DOPE' ON HIS OPPONENTS?

YES WE CAN!

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 1:19 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:19 am EST)

Now now. Obama just stayed above it all. And that is frankly how one does it in Life. No distractions, just talk to us like adults.

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By Stanley H. Krute Nov 7th 2008 at 4:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:00 pm EST)

I have thought, and noted, for quite a while that Barack's an excellent student/graduate of the Muhammad Ali School.

Rope-a-dope indeed. Floating like a butterfly. Stinging like a bee. Talking like a poet. Heart AND brains AND skill.

Yep. Magna Cum Laude grad.

-- stan

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 7th 2008 at 1:14 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:14 am EST)

I've had a difficult time expressing all the different emotions that I felt on election night so I tried my best to do it with a video. I've been blogging here since about August of 2007 and usually I'm never at a loss for words but being a part of and witness to this momentous occasion has left me literally speechless. In this video I used music by one of my all time favorite musicians because to me it just felt like the right thing to do.

Link

I've titled this one, "Barack Obama - Earth's Cry Heaven's Smile" after the title of the song. I know it's a little long for a YouTube video (6:20) but please stay 'til the end because you know Desert Dove likes to throw something in there after the credits.

Peace & Love to All

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By Jeanne, "who volunteers at the pleasure of the President" in Eugene, Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 1:24 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:24 am EST)

Hi Dan,

I too am having trouble with words since Tuesday.
Thanks for trying it with music. I'm off to watch.

Jeanne in Eugene

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By Jeanne, "who volunteers at the pleasure of the President" in Eugene, Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 1:52 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:52 am EST)

Awesome job, Dan.

That was beautiful.
I'd like to thank you for your video/musical contributions over this long haul. You have helped inspire us in a unique way. I think of your videos as an exclamation point to all of the ups and downs we went through.

My all time favorite is still "Falling Slowly".

Link

((((HUGS)))),

Jeanne in Eugene, Oregon

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Nov 7th 2008 at 1:27 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:27 am EST)

Thanks, Dan, you did it again! Totally excellent as always. :)

Did you sign up at change.gov?

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 7th 2008 at 1:34 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:34 am EST)

Thank you so much. No I haven't signed up, I better get over there. I'll be back soon.

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 1:57 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:57 am EST)

Seriously, you of all peeps need to sign up.

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By MRA - Mary, NY - SO VERY PROUD OF MY COUNTRY! Nov 7th 2008 at 1:31 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:31 am EST)

Thanks Dan.

YES WE CAN.

and

YES WE DID.

and now, moving forward, once again

YES WE CAN.

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By Rock on Mr. President!! Nov 7th 2008 at 1:38 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:38 am EST)

o.k. lots of people on this blog, lace, aunt becky [who i sware i smelled cookies after logging on at times] debbie with her faithful and fervent conviction, ruwe and G+S+ [no name required], others who disappeared like julio who addressed my concerns and put out the fires of cynicism and doubt early on..and many others who I can't remember, those that answered my questions without judgement, that acknowledged my presence without tearing down...

But Dan...well...but Dan. For some of us music moves us like nothing other and I always looked forward to his contribution.

I had no tears on election night they were all shed as I watched him in small park settings and town halls speaking to the concerns of the American people, as I watched him speak at Ebeneezer, as I watched him reveal the real America and the truth of the graveness of the situations of our times.

I've ingrained in my children and they will quote me. When it comes down to the nitty gritty. When it comes down to the most important decisions and situations of your life. There are two roads; the right one and the wrong one. Trust that voice inside you and choose the right one no matter what. I've ingrained it into their conscience. I've acknowledged that there may be times that you stray off that road but don't ever forget to back it up a bit and you can get yourself back.

Barack Obama's election has proven to me that my girls will be fine if they follow that principle and path that distinguishes the right from the wrong.

Sure life is not that simple but the arc will always bend to provide the necessary correction if their hearts are focused.

Awe whatever...I just can't wait for the day that I can say, I love my president and my children will stand in silence and attention when he speaks.

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By Helen Nov 7th 2008 at 1:21 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:21 am EST)

In my small den, I hosted 12 adults and 8 children under age 13. Three generations. When the polls closed in California and 270 was reached, everyone was on their feet, jumping up and down, cheering. Everyone, adults and children, joined in a circle and toasted Obama's victory (only the adults raised glasses!). Two of the girls, age 9, wanted champagne corks wrapped in Obama stickers as souvenirs. They knew they were living through history. As for me, I couldn't stop crying.
Oh what a night!

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By Jeanne, "who volunteers at the pleasure of the President" in Eugene, Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 1:22 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:22 am EST)

Hi All,
Does anyone know if it is possible to save one or all of the pictures from the slide show to my computer?

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 1:28 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:28 am EST)

Good question, I want to somehow save these photo's as well. I'll ask my hubby, he's an IT person.

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 1:30 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:30 am EST)

right click on the flicker page. hit Barack photos and keep right clicking on each photo..you should be able to save at that point.

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Nov 7th 2008 at 1:31 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:31 am EST)

You can find them (and many others) at Link. From there you can perform other tasks. Check it out.

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By Mid America Mom Nov 7th 2008 at 1:23 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:23 am EST)

I just finished the blog complete with some press video we found and photos or ours.

Link

I am still in AWE.

Mid America Mom

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By Cathy in Seattle Nov 7th 2008 at 1:28 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:28 am EST)

Is the lady on the couch holding Baracks hand his sister? I haven't seen a picture of her so didn't know who this was. What beautiful pictures. I wish I could make the one of Barack, David, Axelrod and Gibbs into wallpaper for my computer! I was by myself while watching the returns come in. When he won Ohio, I popped open a bottle of Champagne and had a tearful, wonderful night!!!! I have been on cloud 9 every since. People seem to have a pride and a skip to their step. I know I sure do!!!!

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By MRA - Mary, NY - SO VERY PROUD OF MY COUNTRY! Nov 7th 2008 at 1:34 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:34 am EST)

That is Michelle's mom.

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Nov 7th 2008 at 1:35 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:35 am EST)

I believe that is Michele's mom.

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 1:36 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:36 am EST)

I don't think so.

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By Rhonda in IL Nov 7th 2008 at 1:38 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:38 am EST)

That is Michelle's mom. That is such a sweet picture!! Of course they all are! LOL

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By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Nov 7th 2008 at 8:41 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:41 am EST)

I did not see Obama's sister Maya and her husband. Did I just miss them? Did anyone else see them?

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 2:01 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:01 am EST)

the pics. I can honestly say those were indeed perfect. The mood in my neck for sure. Serious 4 sure.

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By Eric from Oklahoma City, OK Nov 7th 2008 at 1:29 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:29 am EST)

Great Pictures. Wonderful night.

Check out my blog for everything Obama. Link

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By Cathy in Seattle Nov 7th 2008 at 1:29 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:29 am EST)

Is the lady on the couch holding Baracks hand his sister? I haven't seen a picture of her so didn't know who this was. What beautiful pictures. I wish I could make the one of Barack, David, Axelrod and Gibbs into wallpaper for my computer! I was by myself while watching the returns come in. When he won Ohio, I popped open a bottle of Champagne and had a tearful, wonderful night!!!! I have been on cloud 9 every since. People seem to have a pride and a skip to their step. I know I sure do!!!!

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By mopdavis Nov 7th 2008 at 12:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:32 pm EST)

It is his mother-in-law.

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By Rhonda in IL Nov 7th 2008 at 1:31 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:31 am EST)

Those pics are fantastic!!! Did I really see Lane Evans sitting in the chair with Barack talking to him??? I love Lane!!!

I must be suffering from Post Election Traumatic Syndrome (PETS) | Report to Admin

By Beth from Albany Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 1:31 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:31 am EST)

Now just a minute ago, I went to my personal ISP, I have it set up with some cool stuff, at least it is for me. Anyway, one of the things on there is “My Daily Fortune.”

Ten minutes after posting the article that I am submitting about public service, I went to my ISP site and saw my daily fortune:

“You are interested in public service and would make an outstanding statesman.”

I just thought it was weird and funny and the same time. Mostly because I have never even thought about “public service” let alone to be interested in it. And now look at me, volunteer, for a political campaign, publishing and writing political articles, calling upon Americans to serve their newly elected president.

Weird.

I had some opportunity today to reflect on the past year or so, while I was mindlessly driving and shopping and doing little housework, and realized that I don’t even recognize the person that has been living this alternate life. I am not saying it has been bad, on the contrary, it has been surreal. For some reason today, I woke up feeling like I was standing between my yesterday life, and an uncertain life that lay ahead. It was like I was still and there was no movement of time.

Although, I cognitively know a day and night has passed, there seems to be something going on. I wish I could say more, , , but I really am mystified

Ah ha! --- I do remember this. . . . there is a familiarity . . . yea … after volunteering over 100 hours at the 2002 Winter Olympics, I felt this. It wasn’t right after, it took a few days, … another time; five days after 9/11 when I organized a Petition for Peace event, the day after, I actually thought I had completed my life purpose; guess not, even after a roll-over accident that damaged my brain, I’m still here :D

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Nov 7th 2008 at 1:39 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:39 am EST)

Would you be interested in an opportunity with the Obama administration? On the new site, change.gov, they are taking sign-ups for jobs. :)

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By Rhonda in IL Nov 7th 2008 at 1:32 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:32 am EST)

Now that Rahm is leaving the house, will my crazy govenor have to appoint someone to that seat as well???

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 7th 2008 at 2:04 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:04 am EST)

i believe that's what happens. lol your crazy governor.

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By Elnora K Nov 7th 2008 at 1:32 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:32 am EST)

I was cautiously optimistic until OH was called, super-proud when VA was called; then, immediately overwhelmed with tears and some combination of joy, pride, relief, optimism, and the unbelievable feeling you have when you know something wonderful has happened and more is to come. I tear up thinking about it; and, every time the election or Obama are mentioned, I feel such a great sense of pride in the accomplishment of a great man and of a nation.

Though we have a long way to go, America has come a long way! EVERY American should be proud of this! The rest of the world is proud, excited, and watching. Let's work hard to rebuild our country and further change our world!

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By Monique "Hussein" Exotic American formerly 3rd ID Milspouse Nov 7th 2008 at 1:33 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:33 am EST)

Great video

Link

and these are my kids Election night

Link

Oprah for PRESS SECRETARY!! | Report to Admin

By Nick Nov 7th 2008 at 1:49 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 1:49 am EST)

Oprah Winfrey for Press Secretary. MAKE IT HAPPEN OBAMA!!!!

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 2:03 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:03 am EST)

Frankly, that is just plain silly.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 7th 2008 at 2:08 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:08 am EST)

lol

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 2:13 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:13 am EST)

I love ya to pieces. Glad u got a chuckle.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 7th 2008 at 2:17 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:17 am EST)

oh i did, and likewise!! i've missed all of you so much!!

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By Rock on Mr. President!! Nov 7th 2008 at 2:05 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:05 am EST)

You funny....

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By Mid America Mom Nov 7th 2008 at 2:20 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:20 am EST)

;)

Still Smiling | Report to Admin

By Jeannine Nov 7th 2008 at 2:13 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:13 am EST)

I haven't posted in a couple of days because I am still in SHOCK. Not that I doubted, Barack. I just had to hold my breath until it was over. The last minute Robocalls, the negative ads in battleground states, stupid Sarah bringing up JUNK at last minute rallys. I thought the Independents might get swayed. My stomach was turning.

But, we did it !! We did it !

A suggestion for the name of the Obama puppy: "Maverick"

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By Sarah Nov 7th 2008 at 2:36 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:36 am EST)

Hah, you should watch last night's Daily Show. John Oliver suggested that the Obama's get a cat instead of a dog, and name it maverick.

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Nov 7th 2008 at 2:21 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:21 am EST)

Wow these pictures are amazing!!!! I am on a patriotic, overly proud high that I can't put into words.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 2:28 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:28 am EST)

:)

I love the picture of Joe with the kids.

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Nov 7th 2008 at 2:37 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:37 am EST)

Yeah me too Lace will you be cataloging these?

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 2:47 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:47 am EST)

Sorry for being thick, but what do you mean by cataloguing?
If you mean saving them to my computer in the event that they're ever taken down, yes!! Already done!

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Nov 7th 2008 at 3:30 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:30 am EST)

Yes that's what I meant ;-) GOOD now I know where to get them in that event!!!! ****Muuuuwaaaah****

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 2:37 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:37 am EST)

You got that right. It is the real deal. No jumping up and down....no I am the winner...woooowooo. It is the serious respect of being a humble beginning for a new direction.

This Is So Sad and So Beautiful At The Same Time | Report to Admin

By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Nov 7th 2008 at 2:25 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:25 am EST)

HAVE YOU ALL SEEN THIS???

PLEASE VIEW!! WE GOT WORK TO DO PEOPLE!!!! BUT THERE IS "HOPE"!!

Link

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 2:31 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:31 am EST)

We'll get there . . . .

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Nov 7th 2008 at 2:33 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:33 am EST)

YES WE CAN LACE!!!!!

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 2:38 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:38 am EST)

--or should I say, we'RE getting there!!!!

Yes We Can!

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By Connie_W in Arizona Nov 7th 2008 at 5:41 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:41 am EST)

OMG! I'm so ashamed of the people who did that.
How can people get kicks like that?

I am thrilled we got Barack Obama elected. He's so obviously a great and honorable man and I wouldn't have cared what color he was, nor what religion he was.

Tired But Recovering | Report to Admin

By Stan Z- Christian-President Obama Knows His Stuff Nov 7th 2008 at 2:36 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:36 am EST)

Some guy on the phone in Florida told me Barack was going to lose. I just told him we'll see when the votes come in and continued to make calls.

One guy told me he was getting so many calls that he would vote for McCain if people kept calling him. I had to hold back from laughing. I had a feeling after that that it was in the bag. The same thing happened in Virginia during the primary when we blitzed that state with calls. People were telling me they recvd ten calls already on behalf of Barack.

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 2:49 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:49 am EST)

One word for Obama. Get some shut eye and then some. Dream. Rest is well deserved after 21 months.

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By DEG a jealous Canadian Nov 7th 2008 at 2:46 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:46 am EST)

I can't wait for the Barack Obama movie titled - "The Audacity of Hope" or "Yes We Can."

I think I know who would play President Obama, but who would play Michelle? MMMMM?

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 2:52 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:52 am EST)

Yeah, it sure as heck won't be another "W" now will it?!!! :DDDD

Barack: Will Smith ;-)

Michelle: hmmmmm . . . maybe Sanaa Lathan??
[ Link ]
[ Link ]

Really not sure about Michelle!

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By Jeanne, "who volunteers at the pleasure of the President" in Eugene, Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 3:16 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:16 am EST)

Hi Lace,
Has your ear disconnected from that phone yet?
Do you have a count of how many total calls you made?

I have a computer question for you. I know we both have macbooks, and I'm trying to figure out how to save photos from the flicker slide show (above) to my computer. I figure if there is a way, you would be the one to figure it out.

What say you?

Jeanne in Eugene

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 3:26 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:26 am EST)

hahaha

Yes it has!!

For the general election, I made exactly 8,025 calls. :)
500/week beginning August 7th, 1000 the weekend before the election (my N2N tool wouldn't work right on Sunday, so I had to make up for most of the calls on Monday), and a final 250 on Monday and Tuesday and an extra final 25 on Tuesday night.

As for the pictures, you have to go to Barack's flickr account and then drag them to your desktop/folder as you would any other pictures. As far as I know, you can't save them from a flickr slideshow.

They're all here:
Link

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 3:27 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:27 am EST)

Now, off to get some ZZZZZZs! :)

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By Jeanne, "who volunteers at the pleasure of the President" in Eugene, Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 4:55 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:55 am EST)

That is a LOT of phone calls!!! Thank you for your place in this movement.

I worked out of the local campaign office since March; staffing the front desk, canvassing, calling or whatever was needed. It was pretty much a second home for me and many others, and big tears were shed yesterday when we broke it down and said our goodbyes!

But I'm happy to see the new website being set up. Complete with a BLOG!?! YES! How cool is that? We will all be able to stay connected to this movement, all across the world.

Anyway, thanks for the help with downloading the pictures. I set the one of Barack and Michelle walking off stage together, as my desktop. I love it.

(o:

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By Kimberly from Adrian, MI Nov 7th 2008 at 3:00 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:00 am EST)

I was alone in my room for most of it. I was happy and ecstatic about Obama being announced as President elect, but no matter whom I told or talked to about it everyone was disappointed or skeptical. I have to turn on the television to hear agreements of my positive perspective on the matter. For such a historic moment and to live through something so celebrated as this, I have to say my experience was a let-down compared to what I've seen others experience. I wish I could have experienced it in a more positive and jubilant way.

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By Stanley H. Krute Nov 7th 2008 at 7:24 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:24 am EST)

Hi Kimberly

At some point later in life, when you look back at this miracle of history, and your part in it, you'll mostly see the joy and wonder of it. Pain of the moment oft ripens to happiness of the memory.

For now: you've got tens of millions of us with you in heart and mind.

And, Re: the disappointed/skeptical folks: take their momentary blindness as a confirmation of your own correct compass headings.

-- stan

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By Marissa Nov 7th 2008 at 3:18 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:18 am EST)

I spent my night in front of the television daring anyone to change the channel.
______________________________
We Hoped, We Prayed, WE ACCOMPLISHED!

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By DianaKay Nov 7th 2008 at 3:21 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:21 am EST)

Here's what I wrote on my personal blog on Election Night (once I stopped crying enough to be able to type, that is):

Hallelujah!

I felt like I was holding my breath as I watched the election results come in tonight, hoping that our nation wouldn’t face another year of election fraud robbing us of the future we have worked so hard to see.

To my great joy and relief, it became clear fairly early on that Barack Obama was likely to be our next president. I cried tears of joy every time another state on the electoral map turned blue, and still more when John McCain conceded, and then more again when President-Elect Obama gave his stirring speech in Chicago, to a crowd include Jesse Jackson and Oprah Winfrey, both with tears on their faces.

After eight years filled with tears of frustration and grief about what has been happening in this country (and in the name of this country), it is a wonderful feeling to be crying with joy instead.

I have no illusions that the road ahead will be easy, but I feel like we are finally on the right road.

I am going to answer President-Elect Obama’s call for us to do our part to look after not just ourselves but each other, and I hope you will each do the same, no matter who you voted for in this election. Find a way that you can make a positive difference, whether in your family, your local community, your state, our great country, or the world. What we have learned tonight is that nothing is impossible, and that the power of people who truly desire change is a force to be reckoned with.

Peace,
Diana

Stop Hate Against Muslims | Report to Admin

By Samina from Fresno, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 3:24 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:24 am EST)

I am Muslim. I am American. You don't know me. So for all of the attackers out there, stop picking on my religion. Stop insulting my faith. Get to know your neighbors before you hurl comments that are hateful and extremely hurtful. What--since African-Americans have advanced so far with the wonderful election of Barack Obama now we Muslims have to be the minority that is picked on and insulted without shame? What a beautiful thing to watch Americans all over the country with tears in their eyes as President-Elect Obama reminded us all what this great country is about. I am so glad Colin Powell finally said it--what if Barack Obama was Muslim? We American Muslims further this country each day; we treat you when you are sick, teach your children, serve to protect and we, too,die alongside our fellow American soldiers in Iraq; I LOVE this country. Enough. Stop the hate. This is a new era of hope in America

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By DianaKay Nov 7th 2008 at 3:28 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:28 am EST)

Well said, Samina. I hope that we as a country will open our eyes to the fact that discrimination of any kind is unacceptable, and realize the awful scapegoating that has been happening against Muslim-Americans.

Thank you for sharing your comments.

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By Jeanne, "who volunteers at the pleasure of the President" in Eugene, Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 3:45 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:45 am EST)

Hello Samina,

Thank you so much for coming here and posting your comment.

Electing Obama was a huge step forward, but there is still a LONG way to go for true equality to be realized in this nation.

"...with peace and justice for ALL"

I join you in your plea to "Stop the hate and ignorance". Colin Powell's message was heard around the world. It's our job to continue to spread the word.

With HOPE,
Jeanne in Eugene

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By Nanci A patriotic dissident Nov 7th 2008 at 3:55 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:55 am EST)

Thanks Samina. I hope more and more people in the US will come to recognize the truth of what you say. Somehow Muslims have become the new 'black' or the new 'leper'---it's somehow okay to marginalize and hate Muslims. It is wrong and it is racist.

I was overjoyed by what Powell said. It needed to be said and I hope now that Obama is elected he will keep saying it and keep making this point. Muslims are not the 'Other'. We are all human beings on this planet struggling to make a life for ourselves and our families. There are extremists and haters in all races just as there are wonderful kind generous human beings in all races and cultures.

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By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that. Everyone please encourage our new President to do so.

Thanks.

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By AlaskaObamaLady Nov 7th 2008 at 8:36 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:36 am EST)

Thank you for saying that! I hear you and couldn't agree more!!!

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By JimmieFromDayton Nov 7th 2008 at 11:07 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:07 am EST)

Well said! "we, too,die alongside our fellow American soldiers in Iraq", I've had the privilege to serve with such men they have indeed served their country with love and valor. We have struck a might blow against hatred and bigotry. We will defeat this cancer of hatred and ignorance that has been pushed by some and tolerated by many.

my election night with expats for Obama in London | Report to Admin

By Nanci A patriotic dissident Nov 7th 2008 at 3:50 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 3:50 am EST)

I was on pins and needles with fellow Democrats at a Obama Watch night party in South Kensington, London organized by fellow Obama blogger Carole!

When Obama was announced as the winner, we all burst into tears and cheers. Strangers hugged.

We stayed up all night. After that, I was interviwed by GMTV Breakfast! As I was discussing how Obama would reach out to the UK, a streaker went by. It's now on Youtube and hit some of the local papers here! Here's the youtube link. Link It was hilarious! Of course, the person who is having the 15 minutes of fame is the streaker, not me! :-) It was a total shock. I don't think the reporter knew what to do!

I valiantly tried to keep talking in the midst of the hilarity. It's typical British humor and actually quite funny. Warning---the bare bum of the streaker is not blurred out!

Already sent two emails out for PBO | Report to Admin

By Livvy Nov 7th 2008 at 4:52 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:52 am EST)

One went to our Australian Prime Minister ( he set up an email address so we can contact him directly) . I've asked him to not decline PBO's request for more Australia troops in Afghanistan and instead put it in the "under consideration" basket. However, I did add a disclaimer that it was reported by the media today so the source could be unreliable.

The other email went to a reliable news outlet asking they pronounce PBO's name correctly. I think they have picked it up from the English saying Barak ( like an army barack) and not Barack ( like arch), its bloody annoying. I said it was so noooclear. If it's not corrected, I'll be calling next.

And I have shortened my response to the endless questions of will he survive his term by simply saying.. Its the 21st century and not the 60's... that seems to work well

Other than that.. Nice is a constant verb I keep hearing even by skeptical Arabs, good start.

Re: Already sent two emails out for PBO | Report to Admin

By Livvy Nov 7th 2008 at 4:59 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 4:59 am EST)

actually that should be Barack ( like ark) which in itself has significants.

David Ploufe | Report to Admin

By Felix Nov 7th 2008 at 5:00 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:00 am EST)

I really want David Ploufe and the rest of the campaign stuff to get good positions within Obama administration. They engineered the best political machine.

_felix

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By Livvy Nov 7th 2008 at 5:30 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:30 am EST)

I think they will be under-somethings to someone.. They're extremely talented and it looks as though they all know Emmanuel in some way or another

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By Livvy Nov 7th 2008 at 5:40 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:40 am EST)

I thought the precision of the campaign was a taste how his armed forces would operate

bosnia with love | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 5:08 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:08 am EST)

im am from Bosnia and i want to congratulate with all my hart Obama on this great win!the whole world belives in you Mr. president..

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By Connie_W in Arizona Nov 7th 2008 at 5:30 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:30 am EST)

I love hearing from people all over the world. Thanks so much!

Re: My election night was... | Report to Admin

By T Brown Nov 7th 2008 at 9:16 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:16 am EST)

I want to thank Tricia Kinch an Obama Field Organizer, who help us to win Prince William County in Virginia, without her help we could have never won the county.

Thanks Tricia

Mahalo Barry! | Report to Admin

By Cathie from Honolulu, HI Nov 7th 2008 at 5:35 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:35 am EST)

"For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction." - Newton's Third Law

Hopeful reaction to the Bush Administration:

Trying to create fear will give rise to people's obstinate refusal to be afraid. Trying to hide information will cause a clamor for disclosure. Attempting to target, isolate and control certain groups will unify masses in coalitions of support.

These were my hopes in 2005 and three years later I am deeply grateful to President Elect Barack Obama for galvanizing the hope of so many. I wish him and his family well. I wish him peace. I will continue to support the hope he embodies through whatever lies ahead. Me ke aloha a maluhia pumehana!

Re: Mahalo Barry! | Report to Admin

By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:04 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:04 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that. Everyone please encourage our new President to do so.

Thanks.

Re: Mahalo Barry! | Report to Admin

By Bon Nov 7th 2008 at 10:46 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:46 am EST)

re: You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter.

He's already said that he's going to do this, a long time ago. I'm sure he won't change his mind.

Europe for Obama! | Report to Admin

By Anna-Maria Nov 7th 2008 at 5:35 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:35 am EST)

Good morning from Paris!

Great pictures!

Re: Europe for Obama! | Report to Admin

By Livvy Nov 7th 2008 at 5:49 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:49 am EST)

Morning .. How's the beautiful city this morning?

Re: Europe for Obama! | Report to Admin

By Anna-Maria Nov 7th 2008 at 6:05 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:05 am EST)

It's pouring!

thank you president obama and scuse for italian president berlusconi | Report to Admin

By Fulvio from Cliff Island, ME Nov 7th 2008 at 5:37 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:37 am EST)

President Obama, are a really indignant Italian citizen for the words that Berlusconi has turned her from Moscow, in italia we are oppressed from this gentleman that it checks tv, press, parliament, banks, insurances and who more it has of it more puts of it.
He has now made a law to-personam that all the trials it stops that has in raced (not little).I am really proud that the new president of the United States is a man of the people and for the people,i have a dream barack obama president of italy.

thank you

Carocci Fulvio
Terracina - Latina - Italy
+393281692154
fulvio.fata@libero.it

Re: thank you president obama and scuse for italian president berlusconi | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 12:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:00 pm EST)

I'm Italian too..i'm indignant too for Mr.Berlusconi. He's not a politician, that's the demostration.We are so sad for our future...
We had a party for Obama all the night!!!!Because you are the real hope!!!!All the world wins with Obama!!

Sorry for my english..;)

A great Hug from "the leaning tower"-Pisa- Italy

Francesca rosi
kikka.rose@hotmail.it

Re: thank you president obama and scuse for italian president berlusconi | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 12:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 12:04 pm EST)

I'm Italian too..i'm indignant too for Mr.Berlusconi. He's not a politician, that's the demostration.We are so sad for our future...
We had a party for Obama all the night!!!!Because you are the real hope!!!!All the world wins with Obama!!

Sorry for my english..;)

A great Hug from "the leaning tower"-Pisa- Italy

Francesca rosi
kikka.rose@hotmail.it

Re: thank you president obama and scuse for italian president berlusconi | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 2:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:30 pm EST)

Non ho parole ... che schifo!

Ma non credo di dover essere io a chiedere scusa ... è LUI CHE DEVE CHIEDERLE! A Barack e a me.

Spero solo che Barack non pensi che gli italiani siano tutti coglioni come lui!

@Barack ... non passarci sopra ... pretendi delle scuse ufficiali! non è possibile che alla fine non ha mai problemi per le stronzate che dice!

---

I have no words ... disgusting!

But I do not have to apologize ... HE HAVE TO APOLOGIZE to Barack ... and to me too!

I hope that Barack doesn't think that all Italians are as hilt as he is!

@ Barack ... don't stay quite about it ... ask for official apology! he never pay for its bullshits, it's not good!

---

btw ... go Barack go .. go on and change the world!

AlexIT

Free "Yes WE DID" Sticker | Report to Admin

By Jama For Obama Nov 7th 2008 at 5:45 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:45 am EST)

Hey,
Want a free Obama sticker to celebrate our victory? It's designed by Shepard Fairey, the artist who created the iconic HOPE poster. And MoveOn's giving them away totally free--even the shipping's free.
I just got mine. Click this link to get your free Obama sticker:
Link
Thanks

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By Livvy Nov 7th 2008 at 5:53 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:53 am EST)

I can see that becoming one of the most recognizable emblems around the world

It's a new dawn! | Report to Admin

By Kathy Nov 7th 2008 at 5:46 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:46 am EST)

I watched President Obama's acceptance speech. I was in awe. I was pleased that John McCain gave a generous and classy concession speech. Maybe he can redeem himself by leading the GOP to support the new administration. I couldn't go to the Election Night party my friends were having because, after 9 long months, I finally got a job. My first day at work was Wednesday 11/5. Funny, huh?

I guess it all caught up with me. At 4:00 AM I woke up, and thought about Obama's victory, and the incredible mandate of support from the American people. I cried tears of joy. It's a new dawn!

GI Joe | Report to Admin

By Strong Heart Nov 7th 2008 at 5:48 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:48 am EST)

If you have any left over Hope!!!

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puppies | Report to Admin

By Stan Hussein Lee Nov 7th 2008 at 5:54 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:54 am EST)

Mr.President,

You must for exemplary and humane sake get a puppy for your kids from a shelter. Please please please. It will set a good example to the country and the world and save a lot of animals to be put down. I pray to God you do that.

Thanks.

Re: puppies | Report to Admin

By NY Woman for Obama Nov 7th 2008 at 6:08 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:08 am EST)

I AGREE - Shelter Puppy - Shelter Puppy - All my dogs have been rescue dogs -
SIX REASONS
- Far less expensive - Purebreds costs thousands.
- Often the spay/neuter is free.
- They've done a lot of the shots and keeping de-flea'd - because of course they don't want anything bad spread to their other groups.
- You can "test" the dog in its home conditions - You need to get a feel for the temperment of a dog when it's in your house
- You get to actually see the living/loving conditions where your dog is being kenneled - unlike a pet shop -
- with all the homeless dogs - what a GREAT message it would send.

However, seeing they've never gotten a dog, I'm guessing that someone else is going to assist in this decision. Unlike the Chief of Staff, I refuse to hold President Obama accountable for THAT decision (smile).

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Nov 7th 2008 at 6:44 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:44 am EST)

Oprah is highly involved with misplaced dogs, ect. I suspect she will be who they turn to for assistance. Now will you people leave them alone about the damn dog! Shesh, let them pick their own dog in peace! {a lot of kidding but sort of serious, too!} ;D

my election night | Report to Admin

By Anna-Maria Nov 7th 2008 at 5:57 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:57 am EST)

I spent the first part of election night making calls to Virginia and North Carolina, until the polls closed at about 2am over here, then made a few calls to Iowa and Colorado!!! Then my husband and I and friends (either there or connected by phone or internet) watched with increasing, what was it? happiness, serenity, reassurance, excitement. relief, hope, gratitude... a mix of all these feelings, as state after state was projected for Barack!
It was an extraordinary night!
I took my son to school at 8am and then finally went to bed for a few hours, only to be woken up every few minutes by happy friends calling to congratulate and share how good they felt about it all!!!

Re: my election night | Report to Admin

By SMraleigh Nov 7th 2008 at 7:19 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:19 am EST)

Anna Maria,

I was a poll runner from 4-close on election night. I had lists of identified voters and would log them in to see who had voted and who had not-and this went to the phone bankers & canvassers. Of course there was a person there for the entire day who did most of that work. Whether this was coincidence or the result of GOTV, I don't know, but 13 of our last 40 voters were on my list of who had not voted yet. And they came in during the last hour, some even at 7:29 and the poll closed at 7:30.

Thanks for all the work you did.

TAKE HISTORY | Report to Admin

By ObamaCalendar.com Nov 7th 2008 at 6:06 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:06 am EST)

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First Puppy | Report to Admin

By Kathy Nov 7th 2008 at 6:12 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:12 am EST)

I hope the Obama Family goes against the grain and do not choose a pedigree dog for the girls. I hope they will rescue a young dog or puppy from a kill-shelter. There are too many animals left to die. Mutts make the best dogs anyway. He's a biracial President. Makes sense to get a bi-breed dog. All you need is a loving, well-socialised dog. Don't need no stinkin' papers! Let the girls pick the pooch from the pound! That's change we can believe in!

Re: First Puppy | Report to Admin

By Shar Nov 7th 2008 at 6:19 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:19 am EST)

Well, the dog has to be hypoallergenic. One of the girls has asthma.

Re: First Puppy | Report to Admin

By ruth hussein based in England Nov 7th 2008 at 6:39 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:39 am EST)

The Obama family have a right to chose their pet from wherever they wish- quit dictating what they should do.

Re: First Puppy | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Nov 7th 2008 at 6:51 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:51 am EST)

Ditto. I'm thinking Lord help them if Michele were ever to get pregnant again... some would be trying to dictate how, when, where, who and the way they should have it, too! A dog is a VERY PERSONAL decision PERIOD!

Re: First Puppy | Report to Admin

By Shar Nov 7th 2008 at 7:01 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:01 am EST)

I agree.

Re: First Puppy | Report to Admin

By Stanley H. Krute Nov 7th 2008 at 7:14 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:14 am EST)

Please let our new First Family -- I'm still rollin' that one around my joyous mind -- have some privacy and normality in family matters. They are wonderful people. Nobody needs a zillion backseat drivers.

As always, the REAL question IS: what are YOU going to do ? How are YOU going to make the world a better place today ?

All of my too-many dogs come from shelters. The big internet pipeline to all sorts of shelter dogs is Petfinders : Link

If the logistics of your life allow, there's not much better than giving a homeless dog or cat a loving home.

Re: First Puppy | Report to Admin

By Judy from Colorado Nov 7th 2008 at 7:20 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:20 am EST)

Shelter dog - YES.
Look how everybody (worldwide) is copying first family dress, food etc. Imagine if they copied obtaining their pets from a shelter instead of a pet store - puppy mills would go under and homeless animals would get homes in huge numbers.

Shelter dog!!!!

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By ObamaBringsNoDrama! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:24 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:24 am EST)

And I pray that it has a better temperment than Bush's "Barney", although I would probably be upset too, if I had to leave the lap of luxury of the White House and going back to Crawford, Texas!

I'M ITALIAN | Report to Admin

By stefania.. Nov 7th 2008 at 6:48 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:48 am EST)

I'M ITALIAN AND I'M SORRY FOR BERLUSCONI'S WORDS

Silvio Berlusconi is not my President, he's never been and he'll never be!

Re: I'M ITALIAN | Report to Admin

By Giuseppe from Italy Nov 7th 2008 at 2:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:40 pm EST)

im sorry too for this stupids words berlusconi said, but dont mind for him, he is just a little supid man .. nothings expecting from him than stupids words .. not his fault .. he is really idiot
i hope to find our Obama here in Italy to change here too.
:-)

I apologize from Italy | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 6:51 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:51 am EST)

I apologize for the stupid words of our premier Silvio Berlusconi. But I unferline that in Italy there are milion of people that hate Berlusconi.
CIAO! Obama the best!

Stevie Wonder - Signed, Sealed, Delivered (1970) | Report to Admin

By Stanley H. Krute Nov 7th 2008 at 7:02 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:02 am EST)

Our Musical Prophet Spoke: Stevie Wonder - Signed, Sealed, Delivered (1970)

Signed, Sealed, Delivered - LIVE London 1989 | Report to Admin

By Stanley H. Krute Nov 7th 2008 at 7:05 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:05 am EST)

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Obama Needs | Report to Admin

By Chris Nov 7th 2008 at 7:11 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:11 am EST)

Some Republicans in office... he is taking so much heat over Rahm Emanuel

We're sorry, we're so sorry | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 7:08 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:08 am EST)

Mr President Barack Obama,

please don't judge Italian people badly.
Silvio Berlusconi is nothing more than a criminal that avoided Justice since 15 years.
He's corrupted and is a corruptor.
And we don't succeed in sendind him in the right place that he deserves: JAIL!
Please don't be fooled by him when you'll encounter him.

Millions of Italian Citizens don't recognize him as their Prime Minister.
I don't recognize him as my Prime Minister.

In Italy just as I write there are Millions of Italian Citizens that are ashamed of Berlusconi's orrible words in Moscow.
As simple Citizens we can only apologize for his words.

Your election as next President of United States is a light of hope also for us Italians.

Respectfully,

Libero Dalla Guerra, Italy
liberodallaguerra@gmail.com

Re: We're sorry, we're so sorry | Report to Admin

By Stanley H. Krute Nov 7th 2008 at 7:16 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:16 am EST)

No need to apologize.

Believe me, we Americans understand what it's like to have a "leader" who's at least an idiot, at worst a war criminal.

Re: We're sorry, we're so sorry | Report to Admin

By Giuseppe from Italy Nov 7th 2008 at 2:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:45 pm EST)

yes .. you are lucky now .. you change, you have a hope, im happy for that , im happy for USA and im happy for hope's wave who running around the world
we hope in Obama

Inaugural tickets | Report to Admin

By CZARINA BJ in Chicago who has had ENOUGH of all this Partisan Bickering, who stands with her favorite POTUS Barack Obama Nov 7th 2008 at 7:25 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:25 am EST)

Good morning everyone.

Can someone please tell me who to contact to try and get tickets to Barack's inauguration.

Thank you!

BJ in Chicago, who is still in a state of shock, but with a smile!

Re: Inaugural tickets | Report to Admin

By meta Nov 7th 2008 at 8:00 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:00 am EST)

You have to request them from your state senator and rep.

A Master Class in Democracy | Report to Admin

By Stanley H. Krute Nov 7th 2008 at 7:38 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:38 am EST)

From The Times of LondonLink

A piece:

The world has been fascinated and profoundly moved by this election most of all because of what America is — a nation founded on universal aspirations, and thus a mirror to humanity. For two centuries that mirror has seemed irreparably cracked by the legacy of slavery and segregation, a pernicious and enduring racism that remains a factor in the blighted lives of so many of the poor blacks among whom Mr Obama launched his political career. He is not the last role model they will ever need, but he is the most powerful proof his country has produced that it is ready to judge them by the content of their character, not the colour of their skin.

please sign a "thank you" to Howard Dean | Report to Admin

By rich Nov 7th 2008 at 7:42 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:42 am EST)

Please sign a "thank you" to Howard Dean :

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Obama family | Report to Admin

By RK Nov 7th 2008 at 7:56 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:56 am EST)

The photographs are great. I really think Obama's daughter Malia looks like him. It is sad that his sister was not able to be there. I hope he gets the opportunity to go and visit his family in Hawaii and pay his respects to his grandmother.

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By Nomad in NC - Voted for "That One!" Nov 7th 2008 at 8:08 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:08 am EST)

The question above asked where were you on election night? I was in downtown Durham, in the cold and rain, wet and frozen watching the returns with a huge crowd of people, a very cross section of America, like all of Obama's events. I was in dirty clothes, lack of a shower (because of working the GOTV like a mad woman!! sleeping on a love seat about 4 hours a night. When they announced at 11:00pm my knees buckled and I started shaking. The exhaustion of 12 months of active involvement all culminated in that one second! It was wild and wonderful. As I am gaining my strength back. I realize our job as now professional "community organizers" we need to get started at the work to be done in our own communities. We are already planning to move our organization "Durham for Obama" to issue that relate to our local issues and I challenge you to do the same - this is what the House of Obama is all about. Brick by Brick! We haven't made all of these wonderful community connections to all be lost and forgotten. Yes We Did! and Now We Will!

bailout | Report to Admin

By RK Nov 7th 2008 at 8:04 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:04 am EST)

It is shocking to hear that millions of dollars of taxpayers money from the bailout for the banks is being used for lobbying purposes from the banks. Reported in USA today. This is unacceptable and there needs to be a stop to this.

I hope Obama does not have his cabinet full of lobbyists that will try and stop his change agenda. Krugman has an excellent article in the NYT today. I would love to see Krugman as an adviser.

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By Czarina Jacqueline O'Boomer - "O' beautiful, for spacious skies" Nov 7th 2008 at 2:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 2:48 pm EST)

My favorite paragraph in Krugman's article (outside of all that economy stuff - LOL) was his first:

"Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008, is a date that will live in fame (the opposite of infamy) forever. If the election of our first African-American president didn’t stir you, if it didn’t leave you teary-eyed and proud of your country, there’s something wrong with you."

Sorry | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 8:08 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:08 am EST)

Dear Mr. President,
I'm an italian boy, from Florence and I'm so tired and furious... I'm sorry about Berlusconi's words.
We love you and we believe you.
Sandro

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By The Traveler Nov 7th 2008 at 8:26 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:26 am EST)

Oh...don't worry.

Barack understands that Berlusconi is old, and he also understands that Berlusconi meant well. You yourself see the stupidity of the comment, because you're young. Again, don't worry. All is well.

MY ELECTION NIGHT WAS | Report to Admin

By isaiah Nov 7th 2008 at 8:17 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:17 am EST)

All day long. I arrived at my precinct around 6am. I was already late because the line was already about 2 blocks long.after casting my ballot about 2 hours later, I immeadiately left my precint and drove about 5 miles to work as a poll watcher at another precint. It was raining, and continued to do so all day long. But from about 8;30am until the polls closed at 7pm, that's where I was.There were two attorneys at this precinct representing "voter protection group", that had traveled to this precinct from WASHINGTON D.C. It was comforting to see them in action. These lawyers were there when I got there, and they stayed until the polls closed at 7pm.This was awesome, simply awesome. And they were asking voters as they exited the polling place questions like; did you have any problems voting? They also informed many, many people as the entered the polling place; If you have a problem voting- come back and see me? I never felt so proud of this country as I did on election night NOV.4,2008. It was truly democracy in action.

Indiana turns Blue | Report to Admin

By chattykittykat Nov 7th 2008 at 8:21 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:21 am EST)

As exciting as 11pm ET was for me when the California polls closed and the graphic came up on the screen announcing that Barack Obama was elected president, I could not rest until I saw that Indiana had finally turned blue, even if only for one candidate for one year. It was the right candidate in the right year.

Our whole family was curled up in our bed watching his speech. Even my 4 yr old could feel the gravity of that historic moment.

Utterly incredible. I was just sad that we didn't have more people around to celebrate with.

The Obamas are a beautiful First Family. I found myself in tears watching them walking out on stage.

Bravo | Report to Admin

By gaelle Nov 7th 2008 at 8:22 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:22 am EST)

je suis française et bravo.
J'adresse mes félicitation au peuple américain. Nous sommes fières de vous en Europe. Nous vous avons toujours aimé mais le capitalisme outrancier et la riposte par la force de l'ère Bush nous a franchement fait peur pour vous.
Votre système de santé nous choque énormément, il est temps que chacun puisse aller se faire soigner sans avoir peur d'y laisser ses économies et de ne plus pouvoir faire manger ses enfants. C'est vraiment votre système de santé que nous espérons voir changer très vite pour vous. Ici, en France, nous payons très peu les soins médicaux. La santé n'a pas de prix. J'espère qu'Obama changera ça très vite.
Bravo à vous, c'est un nouveau monde qui arrive.

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By isaiah Nov 7th 2008 at 8:29 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:29 am EST)

I don't understand the language, But I feel the love! Yes we can!!!

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By gaelle Nov 7th 2008 at 8:43 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:43 am EST)

I try in english, but sorry for my English disastrous....! I am French, I live in Paris. I wanted to congratulate the American people. We are proud of you. What a joy for us who love you both to know that your country will finally emerge from the bush era. I hope your health system will change a little. We badly in France, you know private health care that is too expensive. We hope that this will change for you thanks to President Obama. We are so happy. In Paris, we celebrated the election of Obama and we cried for you, cried with joy. Bravo, you are an extraordinary people.

ATTENTION SUPPORTERS | Report to Admin

By Ethel Nov 7th 2008 at 8:28 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:28 am EST)

Thanksgiving is coming upon us. What do you say about doing a food drive to help the local Food Banks? Obama's campaign was supposed to be about service, shouldn't we all pull together and donate food to the local food banks in our areas for Thanksgiving?

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By Theresa LV Nov 7th 2008 at 8:39 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:39 am EST)

Yes, Ethel we should.

But we should also remember that there are people out there, families, children through no fault of their own, that are hungry year round not just on Thanksgiving or Christmas.

We can't let our compassion only exist 2 days out of the year.

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By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Nov 7th 2008 at 9:30 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:30 am EST)

Can anyone contact HQ and ask if they can set up links for people to donate for food pantry across America and we here on the blog can raise money for our individuals counties and once we have raised the monies at a set date they can release checks to the counties- food pantries (ie) if I post a link for Kent county and I get 1000 in donations from my peeps they would then in-turn cut a check to the local food pantry or several of them. Does that make any sense?

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By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Nov 7th 2008 at 9:08 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:08 am EST)

Lets try and use what we did in the election process get people in states to try and cordinate something for food pantries and donations. Iam in for West Michigan, lets make a differance

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By Dr.Taruna Nov 7th 2008 at 10:52 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:52 am EST)

perfect!

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By Marie from Fort Myers, FL Nov 7th 2008 at 8:32 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:32 am EST)

For the latest on the transition & other news & opinion on matters presidential, go to RealityChex.com at the Link

If you've been looking to Drudge for guides to the news, you'll find RealityChex.com a lot more to your liking & a lot more informative.

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By isaiah Nov 7th 2008 at 8:43 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:43 am EST)

book marked it. Thanks MARIE.

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By ♍ ♈Marion4BO♈ ♍ Nov 7th 2008 at 8:34 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:34 am EST)

So much joy in the day!!

My experience on election day

I processed voters from 6:30am until 7:30pm. The joy of seeing so many people coming out in support of President Obama was heartfelt and extraordinary

And when he was named the next President of the United States I cried and was so overwhelmed with joy that I felt like shouting!

Yes God has truly blessed America . . .

Best wishes from the UK | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 8:36 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:36 am EST)

I woke very early in the morning and turned on the TV to see who'd won. My wife and I watched your speech live. As a 4 year old I'd missed seeing Neil Armstrong become the first man to walk on the Moon, this historic moment tops that. It moved me immensely. Don't underestimate the massive positive ripple effect you're already having on the rest of the world. May you and your staff get all the backing you need to help heal your great nation and in doing so help heal the planet. Your "Yes We Can" slogan has been taken to heart by many. In the UK I've seen people talking to each other differently and in good ways. The world needed a wake up call. You helped deliver it.

The 1986 song "Heartland" by "The The" contains a repeated line that "this [the UK] is the 51st state of the USA." for once people here may see this as a positive and not negative.

Best Wishes to you and your extended family,
Mark and Denise
United Kingdom.

Howard Dean | Report to Admin

By rich Nov 7th 2008 at 8:36 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:36 am EST)

Howard Dean :

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Dean mentioned as possible Obama cabinet member

November 7, 2008

...

Dean is being mentioned as a possible candidate to become secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services.

Dean is a physician who is currently the chairman of the Democratic National Committee.

Dean served as governor of Vermont from 1991 to 2003.

wow | Report to Admin

By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Nov 7th 2008 at 8:37 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:37 am EST)

I actually have a hero now.

thank you Jesus | Report to Admin

By marie Nov 7th 2008 at 8:41 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:41 am EST)

the pictures are amazing. such a beautiful family. so happy this happen during my time on earth. thank you Jesus

Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By RK Nov 7th 2008 at 8:46 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:46 am EST)

Articles on Rahm Emnauel

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On the Board of Freddie and Mac

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Attacks Ted Kennedy

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Why the GOP is Impailing/cannibalizing Palin | Report to Admin

By Marbwi Nov 7th 2008 at 8:47 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:47 am EST)

Besides the usual blame-game after a loss, there is another explanation for the recent anti-Palin leaks from the Republican/GOP. It is also part of the reason why they did not want true-believer Huckabee as the nominee. Romney was good for them except he did not have social-cons base of support. The opinion link below gives one interpretation:

The rider and the horse; or Why Fox is Throwing Palin Under the Bus
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Europe for Obama... | Report to Admin

By Sa-re-ta Nov 7th 2008 at 8:50 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:50 am EST)

I thought I would pass on some of the joy my European friends are expressing...it is really a different day to be an American abroad. This is from a Danish friend:

"OBAMA IS PRESIDENT!!
FANTASTIC - WONDERFUL- UNDESCRIBABLE
THE WORLD HAS BECOME A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE NOW
-and I am sure that this change will have influence on all of us!
It's been such an emotional moment this election -
I am really happy for you!!!"

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By Arizona Grandma who needs affordable health insurance Nov 7th 2008 at 9:37 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:37 am EST)

I have friends who are ex-pats living in Australia. They watched the returns with the rest of their adopted country, with hope and anticipation. My friends said that they were amazed by the celebration once the election was called for Obama. The world is celebrating with us!

this doc makes house calls | Report to Admin

By rich Nov 7th 2008 at 8:52 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:52 am EST)

This doc makes house calls :

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Howard Dean Touts Mandate for Democrats

Thursday, November 06, 2008 :: infoZine Staff

Scripps Howard Foundation Wire - infoZine - A sleep-deprived Dean tussled Wednesday with his Republican counterpart, Mike Duncan, arguing that President-elect Barack Obama and the Democrat-bolstered Congress now has a mandate from the American people.

Declaring the election a referendum on President George W. Bush, Dean said the election marked a shift in the makeup of the electorate, reflecting a more moderate and younger base.

"We think this is a country that is right down the middle," he said, later adding the election was not a drastic mandate of New Deal proportions but one for common-sense solutions.

"Could you please stop fighting about things you can't agree on and do something about things you agree on?" he said was the voters' message.

...

While he wasn't too interested in replaying the nearly two-year primary, Dean touted Obama's 50-state strategy, an expansion of the one he employed in his unsuccessful presidential bid four years ago.

Obama won Republican stronghold Virginia and forced John McCain to spend resources on deep-red states like Georgia, recently considered an afterthought for the GOP.

Previous nominees Al Gore and John Kerry were dependent on carrying battleground states Florida, Ohio and Pennsylvania.

"I said the Democratic Party had run its last 18-state presidential campaign," Dean said.

...

Dean attributed victory not just to money but also to a grassroots get-out-the-vote campaign, something he admitted Republicans had traditionally dominated.

"We can argue about how well they run the country," Dean quipped. "But they certainly know how to run elections."

Life is irony | Report to Admin

By Futbolmom5 Nov 7th 2008 at 9:10 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:10 am EST)

I was struck by the somber atmosphere in the staging room where the Obamas and Bidens watched the returns. How ironic and painful to be experiencing the achievement of your life through the veil of grief. What thoughts were running through his mind?

The mood in our living room and around the world was far more buoyant than theirs. These do not look like wild-eyed or naive politicos unaware of the awesome responsibility they just inherited. A picture really is worth a thousand words.

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By Neva Nov 7th 2008 at 9:57 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:57 am EST)

I noticed that he was sombre when he was on the victory platform.

Just imagine some of the things he must have been thinking.

The loss of his grandmother, with none of the adults who brought him up alive to see.

The climatic end to two years on such a hectic campaign trail.

The awe of the moment. He actually did it.

Humility, an inherent part of his personality.

The awesome responsibility ahead, becoming president during the most troubled of times.

We are part of an extended family now. Let us make sure we stay closely with him during the next four years and start preparing now for the next win in 2012.

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By Marbwi Nov 7th 2008 at 9:11 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:11 am EST)

This past Tuesday was just the end of phase 2. We need to keep this and various other blogsites active. The GOTV phase is also over but the rest of our work must continue. The ISSUES column above will need to be implemented. He will need us.

REASONS:

The GOP/Republicans are already meeting to discuss the midterm elections. They are already talking about the 2012 Iowa caucus.

As someone who was aware of the Clinton presidency, the special interest never rested. They ran issue ads. They ran anti-healthcare ads against Hillary Clinton when she was in charge of that during the 1990's. We will need to respond.

Republican Newt Gingrich and congress came up with their 'CONTRACT WITH(ON) AMERICA'. Many of us view it as gimmick which was sold to the masses. Voters bought their nonsense. Hence the GOP/Republican dark ages(era of fiscal irresponsibility) lasted until 2006.

This site and other blogs can be used to counterspin FOX/ Limbaugh/Hannity/Beck and the many other far far wingnut talk radio. Right-wing talk radio shows outnumber Democrats.

We need to keep our voters/volunteers engaged. Some of these sites could be used for a number of other purpose until the midterm election.

We need to keep up with donations. Barack Obama wll need to cut an 'issues ad' just like he did during the election. Special interest and the GOP are not going away. Neither should we.

We need to give high ratings to MSNBC shows like KO or Maddow. They are the only Dem-friendly pundit shows out there. Ratings usually keeps a show on the air.
This will be a never ending struggle for years.

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By JS Nov 7th 2008 at 9:53 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:53 am EST)

Marbw,

You are right but the struggle will not be the same as in the 1990s.

The country's in disarray, many are unemployed - now is a great time for progressives to get politically active and get into government. The more progressives we have at the local and state level, the more support there will be for Obama and his policies in the forthcoming elections.

After Bush II, the conservatives are in disarray. If Palin and Romney are the best they have to offer, they have real problems. Look at what happened in the 1930s in the US and in the 1990s in the UK after Margaret Thatcher.

However, I'm sure Obama will have to govern from the center and include Republicans to get things done initially. If the Democrats create their own contract with America, and more of us get seriously involved, the government will be able to make more drastic changes in the future.

Raleigh, NC Voter Registration Captain | Report to Admin

By Rhonda from Raleigh, NC Nov 7th 2008 at 9:25 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:25 am EST)

Simply put, it was amazing! Change Crews around the country, you were awesome. Barack delivered the message and the votes, but with your hard work and determination, the change we have waited 8 years for has finally come. What a win!

on election night... | Report to Admin

By Peng in Gresham, OR Nov 7th 2008 at 9:26 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:26 am EST)

after the party downtown, I took the Max train home and, instead of connecting with the bus to drop me off three blocks from my house, I got off early and walked 1.5 miles home along a main road, proudly holding up a "President Obama" sign. Got some appreciative honks, and picked up a body guard who escorted me part of the way. Lived here 20 years, and it has had problems in the past. But there were no incidents that night, and now the sign sits in my bedroom as a reminder of that night.

The revolution succeeded and it was televised! :)

Thanks for putting up the pictures and keeping the blog going, Obama HQ.

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By Jim B from NC, ... now ... the hard work starts. Nov 7th 2008 at 9:29 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:29 am EST)

Link

Bored after the election? Waking up with a mild depression with no trolls to vanquish, no fight to fight? Georgia and the Jim Martin need your support! The run off election is December 2nd. His opponent Chambliss is the guy that slimed Max Cleland to take his seat in the Senate. Let's return the favor.

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By Sarah "that's my name again" Hussein D. in MD, who woke up in a new nation today Nov 7th 2008 at 9:45 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:45 am EST)

Thanks Jim B, what's the best way to get involved? Does the campaign need more than donations?

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By Peng in Gresham, OR Nov 7th 2008 at 10:08 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:08 am EST)

Is there GOTV phone banking available for us out of state people? Should post such info on dailykos also.

The world loves barack | Report to Admin

By Damaris M Nov 7th 2008 at 9:32 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:32 am EST)

Papers around the world love Barack!

Obama Grabs Headlines

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Pass it on.. digg it! I did

A better relationship with our European friends | Report to Admin

By A changed republican Nov 7th 2008 at 9:35 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:35 am EST)

I live in Germany in a military community. It feels wonderful to be out on the streets of Germany and be congratulated on our new president. I have heard so many stories from our host country's people. My favorite was a American history class stayed up all night watching the German telivison to see which canidate won the election and at 8 am had to go to the University for their regular classes. I got up early to watch the report but I didn't show that much excitment to stay up all night. Our European allies want change and a better relationship with less arrogance from our leaders.

Two days after the election at a reinlistment ceremony, the Commander mentioned the new president and the room filled with excitment! It took a few minutes to get back to the ceremony. It's been said " that the military is usually republicans" That's not so in this day!

Boston's Celecbration Pics! | Report to Admin

By Jeff from Natick, MA Nov 7th 2008 at 9:37 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:37 am EST)

I posted some pics from the Boston Obama celebration here

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Yes We can! | Report to Admin

By Emily from Hobart, IN Nov 7th 2008 at 9:43 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:43 am EST)

I still become emotional when I relive that glorious moment for Barack and Biden.

I cried so hard and thanked God for this chance that we have with Barack as President. I was amazed at how not just our country was supporting him but the world was supporting him too. I have never seen such a movement in my life and I am PROUD!!!! I have never felt so proud of a President or of the fact that I am a citizen of the USA and I was born here.

GO Barack - You are Awesome!

not all italians are stupid like mister Berlusconi | Report to Admin

By MAGNIFIKO64 Nov 7th 2008 at 9:52 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:52 am EST)

As italian I feel ashamed by such of an idiot comment of Berlusconi about the Obama election. I'd like to say that here the news was shaking and awakening millions of happy people. You have showed to the world that miracles are still possible in politics. We hope to get rid of mr Berlusconi and his "berlusconism" soon, rather than later as you have done about mr Bush and his "bushism". I'm happy with all my heart
Lorenzo

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By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 9:58 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:58 am EST)

As Italian I must apologize for the shallow and poor unhappiness of the Italian PM for his ignorance and stupidity. When will we get rid of him? when will we find our Barack Obama? Please America forgive us.

Re: not all italians are stupid like mister Berlusconi | Report to Admin

By JS Nov 7th 2008 at 10:13 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:13 am EST)

Obama has never avoided the fact that he is different than all previous American presidential nominees. He knows he is different from all past US presidents. I'm sure he will insist that no apology is needed.

What I hope for is that world leaders will respect that he represents the US and all its people, and that he wishes to take the US into a new direction.

I hope world leaders respect that he plans to bring about change and I believe the world wanted and needed US policy to change too.

Thank you AMERICA | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 9:54 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:54 am EST)

I am deeply moved by the all Americans partecipating to this election, by electing a great leader. Now I admire the american way I always dreamed about! thank you Obama, Thank you America.

Re: Thank you THE SECURITY TEAM | Report to Admin

By Australian Helen Nov 7th 2008 at 10:01 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:01 am EST)

I knew I could never rest easy until it was announced that Barack was President-Elect! I worried constantly about his safety, especially at the huge rallies. All I could do was trust the mystery men who had his back.

So for me the biggest relief was knowing that once he won, he would have the best protection human kind can provide.

So I want to thank the security services who somehow managed to protect Barack for all those months against the rabid members of society. I think the world owes them a very special THANK TOU!

apologies | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 9:55 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:55 am EST)

Dear Mister Obama,
I want to apologize for Mr. Berlusconi.
But, please, notice that our president is suffering a poisoning from the massive abuse of sildenafil, inhibitor of the phosphordiesterasy of the fifth type and derivates of the Erythroxylon plant. In my humble opinion I think he will jerk off in public very soon.
So, please, Mr Obama, forgive him.

Regards from Italy

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By JS Nov 7th 2008 at 10:15 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:15 am EST)

Obama has never avoided the fact that he is different than all previous American presidential nominees. He knows he is different from all past US presidents. I'm sure he will insist that no apology is needed.

What I hope for is that world leaders will respect that he represents the US and all its people, and that he wishes to take the US into a new direction.

I hope world leaders respect that he plans to bring about change and I believe the world wanted and needed US policy to change too.

The real America | Report to Admin

By JOY Nov 7th 2008 at 9:59 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:59 am EST)

The scene that really hit me was watching the Obama extended family and the Biden extended family up on the stage just having a great old time. While they represent such different experiences, together, I felt, they represented the real unity of America. I'm not religious, but it was a blessed night and a stirring moment in time for American history.

May the spirits of the ancestors give the President-elect the wisdom and courage he will need to lead us.

Voices of the People now Heard: change.gov | Report to Admin

By KFSB Nov 7th 2008 at 10:11 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:11 am EST)

Please pass this on and repost often. This new website is part of Obama-Biden transition effortand solicits input from .........US !

Link

So Cool..check it out!

Voices of the People now Heard: change.gov | Report to Admin

By KFSB Nov 7th 2008 at 10:12 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:12 am EST)

Please pass this on and repost often. This new website is part of Obama-Biden transition effortand solicits input from .........US !

Link

So Cool..check it out!

Change Gonna Come | Report to Admin

By JS Nov 7th 2008 at 10:06 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:06 am EST)

'It's been a long, long time coming, but I know, change gonna come- yes it will'

Things are going to get a lot worse before it stabilizes and eventually gets better.

The jobs report today, worse in 14 years. The stock market declining off its high today. The US car industry in peril, begging for taxpayer handouts.

I, together with some academics, believe the stock markets may have much lower to go before reaching bottom. I mean way lower, below 8,000 - maybe even below 7,000 and beyond. It will be nothing more than the bursting of bubbles made by Reagan, Clinton and Bush.

However, atleast we know that change gonna come. No more control of the government by corporations and their lobbyists, that is the problem that created this mess/bubble. I expect Obama to put the country back on firm economic footing, and give some help to those who need it the most.

Election day/night was beyond words | Report to Admin

By Michelle Nov 7th 2008 at 10:15 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:15 am EST)

I couldn't sleep at all Monday night. At 5:30 am I went to my staging location. My job was to drive back and forth between all of the staging locations in my area, just to make sure nothing crazy was going on (everything went very smooth). I was dead tired because I didn't sleep the night before but I didn't let that deter me. I has such a strange feeling all day. It was the most important day of my lifetime, knowing in just several hours my future would be determined...I had no idea what was going on with the election/news reports because I was only focused on my job for the day. I kept going back to my staging location throughout the day only to find myself so nervous that I could barely eat. 5:30 pm finally approached (2 hours before the polls closed) and I was told to go door to door to get any last minute voters out to the polls. Then I get 2 text messages in a row from the Obama campaign..."Ohio is VERY tight. Do not give up. Push until the end." I had such a bad feeling in the pit of my stomach but I kept pushing on. Then it was 7:30. Polls had closed. My field director basically sent everybody away on their own...no gratitude...no let's go watch the results together and celebrate our hard work for the past several months (I still have yet to be given any gratitude). I was a little taken back by that but I wasn't going to let that deter me. I could barely keep my eyes open. I drove home, turned on the tv and saw that Fox (fox of all stations) was calling Ohio (my home state where I worked tirelessly for months campaigning). I thought I heard wrong. Then I turned on CNN and they said the same thing. I was at a loss. I called my parents and started screaming that "Obama just won Ohio...the election is over" (that was a given after winning Ohio IMO). Then I jumped in my car, drove to my parents house and we watched the rest of the results together, as we kept seeing Obama win state after state. Together we celebrated not only that change was coming but the first African American had become President of The United States. (And we are a caucasian family)!

The Morning After | Report to Admin

By Dave from NYC Nov 7th 2008 at 10:15 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:15 am EST)

Election night was a total high point. Now, several days after:

I guess this is the time to really focus on my own education. 240,000 jobs lost last month in the US, announced today! They were predicting between 180 and 200 K. I better go back to my teacher certification exam study and other homework and not look at these numbers. When Obama said it may take more than one term to turn things around, I think he was talking about the recession. In NYC they have virtually stopped school construction. Some classes now have 44 students. Catholic schools are not doing well.

My wife's computer department will be going through a major reorg, and I just hope she keeps her job. I think she will be okay because she has a good reputation and a job central to the place, and they can not cut back too far on her department -- it's central to the company (which will survive the downturn).

Finance in NYC will shrivel, for good. There goes 1/4 of the NYC economy. Tourism will shrink, or has shrunk dramatically. It's not exactly like we have a garment industry anymore to fall back on. High end retail in Manhattan is dying, and with the dollar stronger, even the French are not there buying stuff (and their economy sucks too).

TBC

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By Dave from NYC Nov 7th 2008 at 10:19 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:19 am EST)

Continued:

Computers are mostly manufactured overseas. A lot of software is still outsourced.

Come to think of it, what are the industries that exist in the US to bring back the economy? Heavy manufacturing is comatose. LIght manufacturing has inhuman work environments (think Rubbermaid). Consumer spending and real estate are rightfully bust since they were based on bad credit. Finance (the mainstay of a mature economy like the US or UK) hardly functions.

Municipalities are failing. New York State, California are in disaster mode. Even Dade County finance in FL was overloaded with bad, mortgaged backed investments and may not make payroll for municipal workers.

Maybe having a crumbling infrastructure is not all bad, because it will give both Democrats and Republicans a good cover for large scale government spending, and deficits be damned. I am worried that tax cuts, while helping some people pay off debts, will not increase spending or have any impact on the economy. But this sounds like the Great Depression and the WPA.

Obama's ideas for green technology is great -- but it is years and years off before it has a solid economic impact (and other countries are already far ahead, like Denmark).

We do have huge reserves of natural gas, and if we tap that quickly for transportation, we can cut people's expenses dramatically, plus boost the energy industry. With Obama there, at least we will probably not have the oil companies trying to stop us from using natural gas in cars. When I was in Turkey, cars were converted quickly to natural gas because they could not get oil (or had to smuggle it from Iraq). It was done with very low-level technology, so we could do the same. The oil distributors just have not wanted to distribute compressed natural gas through their gas stations. It is a quick fix to retrofit cars to burn natural gas -- a lot easier than manufacturing hybrids.

TBC

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By Dave from NYC Nov 7th 2008 at 10:21 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:21 am EST)

Contd.

I read that it takes five years from start to finish for a new car model to come to market. At least Ford had one hybrid (in the domestic market). For domestic autos, it looks like the late 60's all over again -- cars too big and the foreigners much better positioned. I know the SUV's had a higher margin, but it looks like we didn't learn anything. It's like Iraq after Vietnam. The engine assembly plants (hybrid or otherwise) have to be super-efficient, which Toyota has perfected. And I bet the Koreans have thought of making plug in hybrids too.

As far as creating a green-energy based economy, how is that supposed to happen while we cut back drastically on education (happening right now in NYC)? How long will it take for the education dollars to flow through from the central government to states to municipalities (which all share in school funding)? And as far as advanced science goes, haven't we just run out the best scientists by declaring a culture-war in the last administration against science. Are the best scientists in Asian and European universities because they get more support and less anti-intellectual bias (not just better primary schools)? How long will it take to turn that around?

One bright spot is the movement toward locally grown, organic food. That is decentralizing agriculture, which centralized and wiped out small farmers during the last Great Depression. But I don't think we are going to base a modern economy on that movement.

Sorry for the rant.

Maybe this is catastrophic thinking (depressive thinking), or maybe we just have a catastrophe here. It looks to me like none of the economic data or experience of the last 60 years holds. The economic models can't predict anything. The economists have no idea what to predict (look at how far they were off on just the latest job numbers).

Thank God Obama won because we do have hope, but it is for the long run. Americans have gotten lazy, and not used to fighting hard for a living. Bush asked for no sacrifice, and we are spoiled.

It's still a very scary time, and the road back will take a lot, both intellectually (end the religious war against intellectuals), and in terms of grueling sacrifice.

Dave

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By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Nov 7th 2008 at 10:36 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:36 am EST)

Dave,

I live here in NYC also and I can say that people are REALLY angry about this economy. Our Mayor now wants to run again,our job market is dismal and there will not be ANY rebate for property owners this yr.

I have now been told that my job will be scaled back,but that means I will still have a job,but when lay-offs come,I will have MORE work to do since there will only be TWO left in my department. NO RAISE,only more hours of work. Grateful I will have my job,but that will come with more stress when prices are rising and my pay check has FLAT LINED.

I understand all the challenges this economy is bringing,but the NEW ADMINISTRATION can start by ENDING THE WAR IN IRAQ...SLOWLY SCALE DOWN SPENDING ON THIS WAR. I am optimistic,it will take time and PATIENCE.

W OBAMA Great PRESIDENT | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 10:26 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:26 am EST)

Hallo a tutti. Io sono Italiano e da circa 1 anno ho tifato per il "nostro" Barack! L'ho detto sempre ai miei amici e conoscenti: è un Grande, è una persona seria, uno che cambierà il Mondo. Che ci darà finalmente un Mondo nuovo,a noi, stanchi da otto anni di guerre e crisi economiche. W OBAMA, my friend. Io lo sento come un amico, di cui fidarsi. Bravissimo, complimenti e abbarcci anche a lui ed alla Sua splendida famiglia. W OBAMA PRESIDENT of USA.
Dr. Giuseppe Fagone Via Piave 31 Zevio(VR)

Bye Obama Crew!! | Report to Admin

By S v K Nov 7th 2008 at 10:28 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:28 am EST)

Bye Obama Crew!!

Well our task is done....I love all of you very much and this has been my blog-home for nearly 2 years.......

.......I need to focus on my job again ;-)
Gotta pay that mortgage. I am probably the worst multi-tasker on the planet, and when something consumes me, that is all I can focus on. Obama has consumed me for well over a year now......

There are to many of you for me to name, that are dear to me....so you will see each other some time later.....

All the best,

SvK

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By S v K Nov 7th 2008 at 10:31 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:31 am EST)

that came of cold:

I lovce all of you very much!!!

(there that's better ;-)

SvK

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 7th 2008 at 11:01 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:01 am EST)

My man. Hope to meet up with you someday when my daughter moves from Seattle to San Diego sometime next year. It has definitely been quite an experience here for the past 20 months.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 10:32 am EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:32 am EST)

Awww Steve, leaving so soon??

We ♥ you back!

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