Obama's victory speech: One for the ages
By David Neiwert Tuesday Nov 04, 2008 10:07pmBarack Obama's victory speech in Chicago tonight was moving and powerful. The crowd -- an incredibly massive one -- was treated not just to an amazing piece of history, but a great orator at his peak.
I'm not sure what more to say tonight. I'm speechless.
Oh, and it's looking like the final Electoral College count will be:
Obama: 364
McCain: 173
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Historic! Inspiring! Unbelievable! Finally!
...are hateful as ever.
Fox News: "You Decide: Why did Obama Win?"
"I have no clue why the purple lipped nappy headed muslim terrorist got elected. He got 97% of the black vote, but that is only 12.8% of the population and nearly 1/3 of those are incarcerated and unable to vote. If the election were not rigged and he really got voted in, it must have been trashy white women like his hussy mammy (I will never recognize obongo as my president)"
Oh 'tis a beautiful night. I can't wait to see all of the right wing pundits come back onto Faux-news and be found with their foots in their mouths. "Obama has no chance of winning" my ass!
And I'm a long-time lurker, first time poster! Hello! :)
"Obama won because of Oprah’s support and because of the media’s refusal to cover the rest of the Presidential candidates campaigns, while favorably promoting Obama and McCain’s campaigns only. This country is no longer a democracy because the media basically brainwashes the people to vote for a particular person. Also, American women disgraced themselves by refusing to vote for the real ticket of change McCain/Sarah Palin. Sarah Palin would have made history as the first female Vice President. However, Obama is just another man who was elected President. All of the Presidents have been men so there is no change in that regard. The American women have been played."
Unquestionably.
A grass roots movement wins the Presidency...Didn't need the democratic machine - didn't need the corporate media.
We The People...have taken our country back.
"that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain--that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom--and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth."
Tonight's Biggest losers and winners
im writing you from, the state of Texas ...where i live in Travis County & 70% percent are Democrats! .. WE LOVE THIS COUNTRY as much anybody else...LET THE HEALING BEGIN!~ YES WE CAN!~
I'm writing from Bexar County (San Antonio) where we went for Obama!!! That's a big turnaround!
ba-dow !!!!!!!!!!!
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Nov. 4: MSNBC analyst Eugene Robinson asks Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) if, in the course of civil rights activism, he ever thought he would one day see an African-American president of the United States.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp/27546...
Yes. We. Can.
What an absolutely beautiful speech from a truly inspiring young man!!Congrats to President Obama!!!
A new day.
Hope is stronger than fear.
i'm so proud of my country tonight, so proud of my leaders, and so very proud of my president.
god, it feels so good to say that! :D
to roll up our sleeves,America. let's get to work.
That speech makes John F. Kennedy look Obamaesque.
our new Kennedy.
Kennedy was my first time to vote.......this time was even more exciting and historic!!
John
Bobby
and Martin
All come to mind.
and 106-year-old, casting her vote in Atlanta, Ann Nixon Cooper, whose life tells a full half of the story of this country.
I've listened to a lot of Presidents give speeches (since Eisenhower), and I must say that was one of the most inspiring I've heard. Cynic that I am, I will try to keep the faith and believe that Barack will take office in January and do what he says he wants to do.
I volunteered this past weekend at Obama's campaign office in my community (in the suburbs of Philly) and I was impressed with the work ethic, enthusiasm and positive outlokk of all the people who were there - and there were many. Lots of us manning the phones and others doing shifts and going door-to-door to get out the vote. There were even 2 busloads of UFWC members from Seattle, WA , who came to PA to work on beahlf of Obama and the change he promises.
I was inspired by them, I am inspired by Obama. I say Yes We Can.
But 47% of American voters were actually prepared to vote for Bush III?
???
That is a great worry in itself.
This is the only time I've ever been grateful for the electoral college. What is wrong with those 47%? Racism, is my guess. Pure and simple. Well too bad for them. There's a new sheriff in town and he isn't white and they are just gonna have to deal with it.
And it ain't the Waco Kid.
I hope that this isn't to racy for you.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upvZdVK913I&fe...
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Somebody understands me!
Embarrassed for my race.
I didn't expect Indiana to swing Obama's way, but that's what it looks like.
I can take a great deal of relief in knowing that the election turned out almost exactly the way it was projected to, with no backhanded surprises. John McCain's concession speech was gracious, but Obama's speech was amazing. This was no pep talk - that was a reminder that the job hasn't been done yet, and that he still has to fulfill his mandate. That was about as sober and realist as I've seen him.
he is truely humbled but ready to lead.
It was an awesome speech, unforgettable. I loved it when Biden came out at the end and all their families got together too. It was magical.
It's been a long time coming....
I actually feel overwhelmed....
I know help is on it's way now, it's gonna be okay...
Good luck ---Obama/Biden---- Thank you both so much!
We are the help.
and to do.
some people just didn't get it. this is a tough and smart politician. Obama wants to govern not rule. i believe Obama will help people help themselves.
I'll cry before I sleep, as the moment of my life settles into my mind and heart.
all night. I am so proud of my country,just as I have been so ashamed for so long. I was pinching myself and hoping that this is not a dream that I will awake from tomorrow.
wow michelle bachman won. she's another nut. i can't believe she's a rep. in minnesota. can't be the twin cities.
there is something wrong with the people in that state
Bachman's just from the Evil Twin city....
night night! to you all
day day to Xoites (I capitalized out of a special respect)
It has been a long time coming... and the train has certainly come.
The respect is all mine. :)
For the first time in years, I've begun to breathe easier.
My friends and I spilled out into the street with bagpipes and drums and played in reaction to the announcement, and many neighbors turned on their porchlights and came out and cheered.
In Arizona!
interesting
Your first colored president, embraced by all races and most nations!
About the speech:
Not brilliant, but substantial and a wake up call for your country. I actually find the remark about his kids getting a puppy one of the most rememberable. :P
These years to come will be very challenging for you and your country, all his promises will surely not be met swiftly or easily. First of all you have a dollar to revive, a war to end and foreign relations to mend.
Real glad to see that you and your country made the right decision tonight, even though it's a close call when looking at actual votes for the both (mainstream) candidates.(Can someone please explain to me how the country still can be this divided?) But surely not as close as 2000. 2004's election made me declare your nation a blind and ignorant nation, even though Kerry surely was a minor change from Bush, he was a change from immoral and emperialistic actions. Relief to see it was not repeated.
Lets talk about why I and probably the rest of the moral world is glad by this decision: Bush's reign is coming to an end!
But, I really hope that his step down wont be a forgiving and forgetting one. He and his government are still guilty of war crimes and probably numerous other crimes which would come to light if your senate and congress grows some balls after january 21th, or better yet earlier.
Keyword: Accountability.
If the American people can walk away from this and act like nothing happened my and many other foreigners issue with American morals will stay (almost) the same.
Kucinich was my favorite early candidate, due to his true high moral. His efforts to try to impeach the government should be on the agenda for every democrat from now on, since the government is almost completely yours soon and for 4 long years to come!
Anyway, congratulations and enjoy this victory. But prepare for tough years to come.
Good morning from Sweden, Good night to you.
The last 28 years were our most challenging. We were a country lead by men with their best interests at heart, not ours. If Obama is what he seems (and i have little doubt that he is) the next years may be our best in several decades.
your sentiments. Time will tell about justice for the Thugs. The time requires US to heal and get to work to repair the damage.
Smiley: We are a better nation
Nov. 4: Tavis Smiley tells NBC's Brian Williams that the election of Sen. Barack Obama will raise America's moral status around the world.
I kept thinking where's Joe? Where's Joe. Where's Joe the Vice President.It was great that he and all the family came out in the end. Great interview with Oprah beforehand and Jesse Jackson looking emotional. I want to see a sea change in America, I want the whole world to progress as a civilisation, our future depends on it. I'm excited to get things going, time to roll up sleeves and organise.How ever Obama did it in all the communities, needs to be a blue print for things to happen. Channel those military trillions into building up America.
Joe Biden understands what a Vice President is unlike our current one and Sarah Palin. Tonight was Obama's night. Tomorrow is our new day.
eh,X?
Obama would be our President no matter who he had picked (based on his judgement had he picked another it would have also been a good one). Joe Biden is well aware of this.
Look at Obama's campaign, the best most well organized possibly in the history of our country.
We are about to find out what good government looks like.
ready to pull up my sleeves and begin the repair work.
I feel less embarrassed by the 2004 election now that I know it was rigged.
how the fuck can they return to congress an insane and hateful woman like bachmann???
how the fuck can coleman and franken be tied??
seriously...do those people even bother to follow the issues?
at how some of those ballet measures are turning out.
I can't believe so many people would be that afraid of same sex couples. I just don't get it.
its really simple...they arent afraid, they were just misled
my bro lives in mass...they arent teaching about gay marriages in the schools...but the mormons lied
here is the thing...this will be challenged in court...but the gay community needs to tread lightly
personally, i think the state should be out of the marriage biz all together
the one i am really upset with is the prop that extends the parole times for sex offenders....we dont have the money
and im kinda bummed...my parents just told me that the redistricting bill is about a power grab by socal...and that is not good when it comes to norcal water rights
Yes...but only THEIR issues.
Remember, these are the same asshats who said of Clinton: "He's not MY President!"
I'm not ashamed to tell all of you that I had a tear in my eye when I listened to Obama's speech tonight. I remember JFK very well and I have not felt the same way until tonight. What was very special was the phone call from my daughter when the speech was over.
Baby boomers, get out of the way. Let the young people take the lead. With Obama and the next generation, we are in good hands.
Boy, it was good to see tonight. I just wish I could have been in Grant Park.
Hell, i am proud to say so!
I'm thankful I got to see this happen in my life time and my children witnessed it as well!
Rene al carte hold on, Obama is a baby boomer. One of the last. 1962-63 I believe is the cut-off point. Plenty of Baby boomers in the mix, just not conservative ones.
'64 is considered the last year of the boom. Birth rates in '65 dropped back down to or below 1945 birth rates.
It is you America that listened to us and fitered out the negative propaganda. It is you that made rational decisiions. Thank you all.
And I'm an old white guy!
I stated here that,given the political climate of America,a black man could never be elected president.... I was so very,very wrong. And i am so very,very glad I was wrong.
Let me quote a great man, "America can change!"
my mom, my dad, my bro in law, my sis
you are in good company
I WAS RIGHT....I WAS RIGHT ALL THE WAY BACK IN 04
IM A FUCKIN POLITICAL GENIUS
we got the win. now let's get to work.
TO OURSELVES AND TO THE WORLD!
YES, WE DID!
If you wanna laugh and get creeped out, visit free republic right now and read the front page for 1 minute.
Just give us some quotes, please. :)
"Do not despair for all is not lost!"
Golf clap! XD
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From the freeper website...bwahbwahbbbwwwahhh
"We are now the opposition and as such the historic responsibility to maintain the Republic has now fallen to us. Capitalists, conservatives, and all free thinking citizens do not despair for, all is not lost. While the days ahead may appear foreboding and uncertain, there is hope, and it lies within each of us. The fire of freedom that burns in the bosom of each and every citizen must not be squelched by the developments of the recent past. Yes, it would appear at first glance that this great nation has taken a whiplash inducing turn to the left, but... "
They're already demanding their tax cut and free money. Oy.
Obama watch day one? Yikes.
Jeez guys. Take a nap, have a nosh, THEN start the whining.
lol!
If you always turn to the right, you're running a circle.
These clowns are truly pathetic, reality-challenged.
Mean-spirited little thugs to the last, eh.
Good work, America. A glimmer of hope. Maybe I can believe in you again.
Love the little bit of war mongering he snuck in there, surprised he didn't try to scare people with another snuke (aka the suitcase nuke) bs story like he did in the debates.
So a neocon defeated a neocon, meh, I'll give him a chance but won't hold my breath for him to do the right thing.
Drink in the victory, please.
Seriously go f yourself.
scare children at parties? Do you think farts are funny? Aren't you up past your bedtime?
Did you just call Obama a Neo Con?
You need to up your medication.
His foreign policy certainly sounds like it. Let's see, antagonise Russia, check. Nuke Iran not off the table, check. Destabilise Pakistan, check. Antagonise China, check (watch his closing statement for the first debate and pay attention to where he mentions Latin America and China). All we need now is for Obama to whine about the ebils of Yurop and we can have the neocon trifecta for powers that threaten US hegemony. And since he was upset over China's growing influence in Latin America and shrub dropping the ball on the Monroe Doctrine, it wouldn't surprise me if he was intending more assassinations/coups/kidnappings etc in Latin America, way to go douche bag (Obama, not you).
I don't care if he pretends to have a domestic policy or not that's the only difference I see with Obama vs McCain, a pretend domestic policy. Looking at the financial mess the US is in, supporting his neocon aspirations along with domestic policy, something's going to give and I seriously doubt it will be the MIC. Hence I won't be holding my breath for him to do the right thing especially after he betrayed the country with his FISA vote, betrayed the country again with the giveaway, and then there's all that idiotic warmongering rhetoric which he decided to sneak some of it into his victory speech. I'll give him a small chance, but I'm not going to hold my breath for it.
Just back from Grant Park. To hear that many people erupt with joy when victory was declared was unforgettable. Then to hear such a brilliant speech - amazing. We are at home again.
looked like a lot of fun..........very cool
How cool for you! It sure looked like a great time on TV. The most amazing this to see was how quiet it got as soon as Obama began to speak. Talk about having the crowd in the palm of your hand. You'll never forget this night. I won't either and I was in my house in Arizona.
Time to turn a page. Hmmm...
Maybe time to rip out an old page, and start a whole new chapter.
Fuckin A! Obama just won Indiana!!!
YES HE DID!
continue! Yeeha!
Too funny....the freepers think that god has sent a bibilial flood to test them.
A quote...."Freepers, do not be so disheartened by yesterday's election results for the Good Lord has allowed this to happen for a reason. This election was not the end of anything; it was just one major battle. And we lost but we must keep fighting in the ways we know best. I am a capitalist living in a socialist-nanny state called Ohio, aka O-Heil-o by many of the residents. Ohio has been socialist for at least 10 years,IMO. So, here's my idea: we wage an embargo against the socialist pig states(the Obummer states)or a boycott, if you prefer that term. You..."
....I can not claim to understand those people
Maybe they can all run off to the hills of Pakistan and get their groove on.
Are you just totally ignorant?
Yawn
Do i stagger before or after the hangover?
Before.
Ok. I think i am doing it right then. :)
LMAO
You stay in bed during the hangover. Which you and I will nurse in our own ways.
It's 2:18 EST and Obama is still president elect. have not woke from dream. Everything seems real.
If McCain had won.
UncleDave, it is real. It is the most real thing we have ever experienced.
well....maybe my wedding day equates.
Well, i meant as a nation. Even 9/11 had a surrealistic quality. This seems very, very real and very, very good.
OK....I have poured my last drink of this long night. When it is gone,so am I.
I was just thinking about one more short one.
lets's hoist one between brothers.
Cheers! My friend. :)
As my dziadek used to say.
Jush one more.
Thanx my friends. And I DO mean My friends
I'm not a McCainiac. I can say it and mean it.
gonna be lovin it for all it's worth.
was Obama's attitude. He looked almost somber. Of course, if he dwells on the task that awaits him, he's got plenty of reasons to be so.
I think he was preparing us for the difficult times ahead.
he was. and he was.
Yes, but for the first time in decades i actually think we can do it.
WE CAN!
Of all the people who would like to do volunteer work and can't afford to. Now, if Obama gets his way, people can do it and get a college education for doing it.
Think about that for just one minute.
who wudda thunk?
Smarter and more involved.
Just think of the possibilities.
thunkin I'm thunkin.
i dont care about paying more taxes, if i know that future generations benefit
i dont care if we have a deficit as long as the money is going to rebuilding our infrastructure and creating jobs here
i do mind when i know that billions are wasted in a war that we never shouldve been in, or supporting some corporatation that has outsourced its workforce to india
reading my mind?
obama appears tired but he also lost someone special in his life
He also just ran a two year campaign and played basketball today. LOL :)
just imagining what he went through
Charisma, stamina, strength, intelligence, education, empathy...
What exactly does he not have?
a son.
and everyone is hungry for serious policy changes that are not going to be so easily pulled off. I'd look somber too, he's not going to be what a lot of people expect him to be. he can't let all the people in prison for unjust reasons walk free. he's not going to be able to significantly change U.S. foreign policy... but I don't mean to spoil the mood.
Sure you did, but the mood can't be spoiled.
in two days. The range of emotions he has had to deal with is staggering. Throughout it all he has remained calm, collected and confident. So very impressive.
Time for zeds now. Peace and good night to all. I will sleep very well tonight.
Wake even better! :)
what a 40 some hours it has been.
Kenya has announced a National holiday in honor of Obama!
honestly going to re-elect ted stevens in Alaska?
Some real pricks got reelected. Go figure.
havent you figured that out yet?
they also think that stevens deserved a little taste for all the money he has brought into the state...never mind that many in alaska live in abject poverty
here is what happens...stevens wins...he gets booted from the senate
palin gets to name his succesor...probably another one of her hs classmates
hopefully before then, palin is impeached...not that it matters the lt gov is just another right wing shill
stupidvisors...passing the return of the jr rotc to the high and jr high schools
without a doubt the dumbest thing that board has ever done (and they have done alot of dumb things) was to remove rotc from the schools
with budget cuts, there were already a minimal of extracaricular activities in the schools, and this was mostly paid for by the armed forces, and proved to assist kids in furthering their educations and building self esteem
but a huge bummer...sf turns down legalized prostitution
bummer because it would have helped the sf pd crack down on the forced prostitution sex trade...which is a huge problem throughout california
im bummed that the bullet train to nowhere is passing, 8 is passing and that godawful "we will keep pervs locked up forever" bill is passing...cali is broke, and one of the reasons is that stupid ass 3 strikes bill...this bill is worse, taking away judges rights to parole even minor violations
soon i will check out what los angeleans are up to
that bullet train project seems like a great idea except for the 45 billion dollar price tag. the project would put people to work. you know who does NOT like it regional airlines like southwest. i think it will
eventually happen so will the train linking vegas and L.A.
read the bill...it doesnt make sense
they have no enviromental impact study...no right of way...they really arent sure how long it will take...and they arent sure that it will pay for itself
and it doesnt deal with the congestion withing cities and local highways
we need a full rebuild of our infrastructure and roadways...we need real rapid transit in areas like los angeles...the bullet train doesnt really solve any of that
i love works programs...but there are intelligent ones that should come first
the bullet train to vegas makes a hell of alot more sense
Conservatism is creeping like fascism in this state. We've need to get our A game up.
By Stevie Wonder
by James brown
http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=PcHrDGHh_B0
Americans now have employees for the job of President and Vice President. For 8 years Bush/Cheney have done what they wanted and not in the best interest of the American people. Obama will start his job tomorrow.
January 20th, 2009,
to all those wingnuts that think that we left coasters hate the troops because we dont support the war...check out the numbers on the vet subsidy bill
its winning 67-35
we love the troops...we hate the war
we in california are the real great americans
take that hannity...we dont need your stinkin freedom concerts here
Americans proved tonight that they are the truly great Americans! :)
One great American at a time.
for 8 years, we have been bombarded by talk "san francisco liberals", the hollywood and california culture....all bullshit
sf puts back in jr rotc
cali votes overwhelmingly for vet programs
we are true progressives, because we think
mass just decriminalized pot...good for them...see, more thinking progressives
Didn't California 'tumble into the sea'? Hmmmmmmmmmmmm Oh yeah! She delivered Obama to the White House. My bad. Congrats Cali!
I'd say Cali should start taxing the hell out of the mormon church.
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