Jack & Jill Politics

And today, we go about the daily grind of accepting and meeting the Black person's burden.


Our media can't help but make Obama's victory all about Hillary. Our media is practically demanding that Barack name her as Veep. Our media has shown their true colors (and lack thereof). Some won't acknowledge that the contest is over.



So it is, that Barack must assume the Black man's burden of being the victor, yet having to carry the loser on his shoulders.

I'm so proud. And so honored to have emotionally and financially supported a man who represents not only my 44-year-old dreams, but the dreams of my parents, grandparents and their ancestors.


The occasion hasn't come around very often, so let me just say that *today* I'm proud of my country.

From Blacks4Barack:
Congratulations Fellow Obama Warrior !! WE DID IT !! This victory shows the true power of the people. Through everyone doing whatever they could to contribute to this historic cause, from volunteering, donating, knocking doors, blogging, info gathering and sharing, spreading the message, showing your strong support, getting other folks straight and also your prayers. It's been a 5 months like no other....but together, under the mighty inspiration of Barack Obama, we are now heading for The Re-Birth of America. GREAT JOB WARRIORS !!!!!



www.Blacks4Barack.org



All Obama news, views, photos, videos, voter registration info, volunteer info and Much More !!!!!!!!!



1 DOWN...1 TO GO !!!



Say It Loud...BARACK & I'M PROUD !!!!!



p.s. Luv ya' J&J.; This wouldn't have happened without all that you have done !!!

pamela,


I'm crying just reading your response. The child bringing Addy touches me so.

Finally chiming in after spending the evening with my parents, sister, brother their spouses and children. two minutes in tears came from my eyes. I got chills. Nothing could wipe the smile off my dads face. My little nieces, 5 and 8, where so excited be cause they knew that something was going on and they were part of history. The 5 year old brought her Addy doll to watch with her because Addy was once a slave so she would want to see this.


This has been a truly wonderful night.

Nightline did a great peace on the historic nature of Obama's win tonight. They've interviewed Maya Angelou, Clyburn and Jessie Jackson. I can't believe it's on ABC!

I was very surprised by the unleashing of repressed anger over at CNN. I really though they were the Clinton New Network


::



Read only these words of what you just wrote a few more times.



See it yet?



Don't be surprised.



Because if you saw an uncharacteristic display of anger, it's still the Clinton News Network.



That anger is scripted.



Propaganda can only work if the people at which it's aimed remain disgruntled.

Michelle,


damn, what you say resonates!



I love Stephen King novels and since this whole drama began I keep feeling funny like I'm reading a book of his and immersed in one of his apocalyptic battles between good and evil. You know, like driving down that dark, lonely highway and there are things with fangs lurking in the shadows.



Hillary is the unholy thing with fangs. Beware the Hillary!

First. Black. President.


I am all smiles, and none of these hanky-heads and clintonites can wipe it off my face.

I don't feel like I think I should feel right now -- jubilant.


It's just.



We in this country (and probably the world) have sidestepped a very dangerous and very likely path, and this fact is officially real tonight.



We have sidestepped a path with destructive power the existence and depth and breadth of which we would not have known about until it was too late. This path led by someone with the image but not the reality of truly opposing the current administration and direction.



In this other path she would not have shown us the insanity until things got hard -- and they will. At which point I won't tell you what my soul feels as likely scenarios.



I know that path would have been a horrorshow. And I know that collectively, this country would have chosen that path if it had been the only one offered other then McCain.



If Senator Barack Obama had not run. If he had but had not been so successful. If his faith in the people in this country hadn't been met with that faith being made real enough to get him this nomination.



If.



Tonight I feel like someone who has almost been in an accident, currently at the point where the danger is over and avoided, but my body and spirit are still reacting to the horror of what could have been.

Craig,
I am with you 100%. I am so done taking about HER.

She and the weirdo people on some blogs have made this night hard to truly enjoy.

Maybe when I buy 5 newspapers tomorrow, I can really get into this historic event. But as of now I am drained.

And for everybody... The pic with Mrs. O will be my desktop background at wizork tomorrow!!

Clyburn was pretty funny and on point with Bev Smith. He was like Obama should choose his own VP.

Clyburn says he's beginning to regret his Mondale/Ferraro ticket vote...

Hillary:


Hillary



I want to end the war in Iraq



Well, it would have been good if you never helped start it in the first place, Hillary!!

I'm listening to Jim Clyburn on Bev Smith's radio show...enjoying Clyburn.

Larry Elder is a Sambo

It may not be as personal for me as it is for the people here (I'm white). But I'm damn proud of my political party tonight.


If Obama can get the press to cover the speeches as a duel between him and McCain, he has it made. McCain was very foolish for trying to interject himself into the night. His speech was a dud--it was boring, there weren't any people behind him, the background looked like a cheesy rip off of Obama's, WTF is the slogan "Leadership We Can Believe in," talk about mimicking. With that performance, McCain boxed himself into the new-Dole category.



Unfortunately, Obama still has to fight a rear-guard battle against Hillary Clinton, a shameless and classless politician worthy of no respect. What we need to start doing: talking up other potential running mates. Get the media talking about more than one running mate.



Barack's latest supporter--Sen. Jon Tester (D-Montana)--did so when he suggested Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer as a VP pick on TV. That'll get some attention, and it was a gigantic favor to the Obama campaign by Sen. Tester. Talk up Mark Warner, Tim Kaine, Jim Webb, Martin O'Malley, Ed Rendell, Ted Strickland, Kathleen Sebelius, Clarie McCaskill, Bill Richardson, Chris Dodd, Russ Feingold--whomever you want to talk up. *Get other names out there*. The Clintons fear irrelevance the most. It's time to make them one of many, instead of just the one--which commands the spotlight, which they so crave.



The Obama campaign would also be wise to release a list of 50 people they're looking at for VP...A long list like that can't really hurt (as long as you make sure to include everybody who wants to be included on it).

Craig, tucker is a fucker.


Larry Elder is now on Larry King. I wish I could mute him & let the others talk. I'm going to question his mental health right now before he evev says word 1....OK, he isn't cracking on Barak. I guess I have to eat my words (chomp-swallow). Sorry Larry Elder. I misspoke.



hellory is a bucktooth punk bitch. Not letting the Obama's have their day is so very petty. She sucks.



How about that republican lady, KellyAnn? She spoke the truth & shamed the devil tonight. She said that the repus are able to do what hellory is not able to do, which is to acknowledge Obama's victory. The looks on their faces when she finished; priceless.

I am so happy tonight. I just wish the girls had been with Michelle & Barack on stage.


I'm still dumbfounded at HRC's speech. Props to various people on MSNBC & CNN for calling her on it. God, I'm sick to death of her.



And yes Anoymous, I thought Barack looked tense too. Worried me.

Congratulations to Brother Obama! You've made us proud!


~Sepia

Larry "Total Sellout" Elder has just joined Larry King...


This should be fun..

I cried while reading this.


This Moment

A few photos, including a nice one of Michelle and Barack behind the scenes:


http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2008/06/03/us/0603-BARACK_index.html



And Craig,



I musta been channeling you when I was watching that smug little snot Tucker Carlson.

Craig - don't leave us hanging. Some of us had to turn the tv off to avoid Lanny. You know I got me a nice tv and I don't want to break it - that Lanny and his dumb a** VP petition is likely to make me throw something and I got aim, nowhadda'm sayin'?


I was very surprised by the unleashing of repressed anger over at CNN. I really though they were the Clinton New Network - now it looks like they were just some sort of stockholm syndrome having survivors finally locating their rage.



Before Buchanan came on and stunk up the place MSNBC was doing okay. Except for that bit of irony from the Russ-man. Yeah Tim we're going to focus on issues now, now that Obama is done "renouncing" Farrakhan and any other blacks Timmy and the white media feel he needs to denounce/renounce - sigh.



Whatta day, whatta day. We need a clip of that "Oh Happy Day" moment from Sister Act 2. I know, I know - it wasn't as good as the first one - but still ... it had some good numbers and Lauren Hill.

http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/06/... is the petition Lanny Davis started calling for Hillary to be VP.



Unbelieveable....



But even he cannot steal my joy on this momentous occasion. God Bless Mr. Obama....

listen....Obama has class and we need to follow his lead

webb,


I'm not too concerned about those 17. Her speech tonight, well, I don't think it went over well with some folks.

Hey Webb, so what? They can hold their 17 votes or drop them. OBAMA HAS ALREADY WON. Game over. Let 'em be punk bitches.

SHE didn't even congratulate him.


AGAIN.



How classless.

Rikyrah, I was thinking the same thing as you said! Craig called it...hillary rodham nixon!

This blog is what I wanted to read after the joy and excitement of tonight. It has truly been a night to remember.

There are now news reports that the remaining 17 uncommitted Senate superdelegates are withholding their votes until Hillary decides what she wants to do...


Now who are the punk bitches?

yes, anonymous, I agree...they are indeed smiling.

smoothie,


yeah..that was gold. That Jamal is going to be a star.

Shhhhhhhhhhhh, I am thanking our ancestors who couldn't be here.

Jamal Simmons and Toobin made me believers in CNN again..


Jamal--



One Spoke about America



One Spoke about Obama



and one spoke about Herself....

What I wish I could see is an interview with Michelle where she announces that hillbilly will not be VP. That would be a smackdown and a half, and it would give her a taste of her own medicine.


Lanny Davis is such a punk bitch. He was talking on Larry King and there was all this CLANK-CA-CLANK-CLANK in the background. The college where hellory spoke was tearing down the bleachers.He isn't as dumb as he looks. He's getting paid by democrats & republicans.



I HATE Pat Buchanan. He sucks with a vacuum cleaner. I would do almost anything to get him off MSNBC so I can watch it again.

Did y'all just hear Tucker?


What a nasty fuck.



Fuck him.



Fuck Fuck Fuck FUCK him.

I'm A Native American who is 59 years old. For the first time in my life time..I can't even say the words....I have cried too much to night...


Senator Obama is my president...



Angela

craig,


did you just read truthseeker?



I'll say it..



Hillary.Rodham.Nixon.



BWA HA HA HA HA HA

Truthseeker


OMG, I asked my mom why she was talking to her supporters like he hadn't won and they were cheering like they didn't know it. Truly sick.

Larry King asked Lanny why she didn't pack it in. He said a bunch of stuff I've never thought I'd hear him say about Obama - so fake. He said she needed a little time.


Has anyone ever heard Lanny say that his son supports Obama? I haven't.

OMG...it just dawned on me. Earlier they said the hall Hillary used tonight was in a basement without internet, phones or TV monitors..no access to the media. Candy just said it again.


The Clinton's tried to BLOCK OUT ANY ACCESS TO THE OUTSIDE OR MEDIA!! Her audience had no access to media reports!



Makes me think of the bunker mentality of cults. Where when the leader feels threatened, they go into the cellar - shutting off access to the outside - and make a pact to drink cyanide.



There is something distinctly unsettling about Hillary and the blog comments on her site. Every once in a while, I go over there and read. It is very unsettling the feeling I get. "Hillary we love you!!!!" ..."We're working hard for you!!!!"

Very disturbing.



Someone on the CNN panel said the last time they heard a speech like hers was from Nixon.

Teacher


LOL! botox!

Besides Lanny, what other dreadful Clintonistas are on Larry King?

for TNR, click on the link about the Delusional Clinton Speech, and just have fun with all the posts on the left sidebar.

Oh Lord, The Keebler Elf is now on After Hours.


I am, however, going to bite the bullett and watch Morning Joe tomorrow.

..yeah, what's TNR?

"I believe tonight proved just how much he's had told hold back during the primary season. and now, that he doesn't have to worry about being the Big Black Brute , he's going to be just fine against McCain."


I love you Rikyrah!! Your comment is right on target. I'm a white woman supporting the hell out of Sen. Obama and I agree with you on this 100% - it's been the elephant in the room in every single media discussion about "why can't Obama just be tougher against Clinton?" Just to be real for a second, what African-American man wants to make his debut into national politics by defeating a white woman? It makes tonight all the more poignant and wonderful for me to see our country get over these ridiculous kneejerk reactions based on outdated identity politics.



Sen. Obama's speech tonight brought me to tears. It breaks my heart to think that it's taken us this long to come around to Dr. King's vision of an America where we are judged by the content of our character, and I am so, so proud of my country for honoring Barack Obama.

We still talking about her?


d., you continue to amaze me. Thanks for being you.

TNR=The New Republic. Go to their blog section.

I don't remember who mentioned it, but I also noticed that the SS was on the future 1st couple like gas on beans. They were not playing. Thank God.


Ms. Martin, hellory is either going to concede by Fri. or take it to Denver. Everyone keeps saying they have an inside tip stating that she is going to stand down, but they keep being proved wrong. Unless she wants to go down in flames, she is going to concede, because she would get her face cracked in Denver. They haven't made enough botox to fix the cracks that would be in her face.

Wow, even the Republicans on the panel could find it in themselves to be gracious and reverent.

omg, that pumpkin-headed tim russert blathering on about how "we need to hear about the issues! not all of this silly stuff that everyone jumps on and makes a big deal of."


everyone? good lord. these people.



president obama: first task? restore the fairness doctrine, disband the media monopolies.

rikyrah, what is TNR?

So there's a summit on Larry King at midnight?


Too tired to stay up for that set-to, but it would be interesting to see how Arianna and Gergen tear a new one on Lanny Davis. Let's see whether I make it. Somebody's going to have to summarize some of the better spots...

ms martin
my new top 5(people i want to see once Barack becomes POTUS)



1. Fox News..(itll be hard to unseed them)



2. Hillz

Oh you wont call it quits, but you'll put all your slackeys on TV beggin for you to be VP ..FOAD



3. Buchanon

Welcome to the top 3 Pat..Pissin on a parade gets you up here





4. Hannity

Hater of the Yr..



5. Lanny Davis* he may shoot up after his Larry King stop in tonight..

TNR is lighting it up against Hillpatine....pretty hilarious if you can get over there.

Who is the brotha commentator on CNN? Jamal Simmons, I think? I like how he defends Obama. Oh, and, Jamal's kinda cute, too. :-)


OBAMA 08!!

Hey...Lanny Davis, Jamaal, Gergen, Arianna on Larry King 2 hour special at midnight.

Pat Buchanan with his "what's wrong with Obama?" bullshit.


Gee, Pat, maybe 'cause Obama is tiptoeoing through a mine field (keeping his base, trying to get republicans and independents, while holding off an irrational Hillary Clinton)?



Fucking asshole.

Ms. Martin, as I said earlier, I agree. I can't watch MSNBC tonight either. CNN, surprise to me, is actually better to watch.

It's Chucky T

Castellanas has been hilarious tonight on CNN. Why is Anderson ignoring the panel at the back?

smoothie


I hate Pat Buchanan. I can't watch MSNBC tonight. I'm not really hearing anything good from them.



I just heard Obama finished weak yet they fail to mention the hate game Hillary played towards the end.

scruncher,


thanks for that newspaper link

rikyrah,


Ed Rendell's words..Obama can win PA w/o Hillary





On fox,



to be fair to Hannity, he has not congratulated Barack nor soke one word of Hillary. He brought up J. Wright and Ayers etc.. They interviewed McCain, (softball q's) and Bob Beckel came out swinging for Barack...



And for extra measure, Pat Buchanon is being, well...Pat Buchanon.. He's shooting up my list with a BULLET!

Looking for Youtube coverage of CNN.


Is it at the CNN website?

teacher, she endorsed before the polls closed.

I normally prefer MSNBC, b/c I, throughout this WHOOOOLE election cycle have thought CNN was biased and stood for the Clinton News Network. They still MIGHT be that, but, I am shocked to see how they are so pissed at Hillary tonight. Damn. I never thought I'd hear so much anger/disappointment at her for that whack speech she gave. CNN you MIGHT gain back some cool points with me (but not so fast . . . I still prefer MSNBC). LOL! Seriously though, they have been (DESERVEDLY) rough on Missy Anne Hillary tonight.

teacher,


Maxine threw her bag on the Obama train this afternoon..LOL

Anyone watching Fox?


What are they saying?

Maxine Waters is on board for Obama!

Yes, Michelle was a vision of lovliness tonight. Obama is the epitome of classiness & magnanimity. Basically I am overwhelmed by the gravity of the event and so very proud to be represented by such an incredible ethical leader. If the country doesn't get it, we don't deserve him. He has raised the bar so much and we couldn't even envision it let alone have any idea it would happen....


Jeff Toobin said the kkklintons showed deranged narcissism. He nailed that one.



I can't believe that they are actually discussing (dismissing, excusing) hellory's speech like it's ok....



You know what else? They are going to change the whole electoral process after using it since the inception of the nation. They are going to change it because the white man can't game it anymore. I'm not saying that it would be wrong to change it, but I think the reason & timing would be suspect.



Now shameless Clinton News Network is spinning to get her on the ticket. If she gets on, I'm not voting.



I hope O hires David Gerkin & Donna Brazile & Keith. I love them all.

The people at CNN are pissed at Hillary!

denise!!!


where have you been? you need to come by more often.



I'll see you over at SB's.

I believe tonight proved just how much he's had told hold back during the primary season. and now, that he doesn't have to worry about being the Big Black Brute , he's going to be just fine against McCain.

My mute's on again...I loathe Rendell...what's he saying.

LoL..WhereTF is the political correctness? A lot of headlines are reading "Black" as opposed to "African American"???


Surely some "true" brothas and sistas on JJP are going to get upset over this.



And why is the )(*(king Atlanta Journal Constitution devoid of ANY OBAMA imagery...Just Hillary...that's some bullsh_t.

Evening all- hispanic obama woman in the house here. I just want to say that I read jack's post earlier today and was seeing some of myself in what he wrote. I had become somewhat deranged myself in my support of obama and my increasing hatred of all things clinton. I am married to a black man and see all the time the very subtle racism that still exists EVERYWHERE and was totally pissed when the Clinton's decided to go there. But after reading Jack's thoughtful and insightful words, I had a "come to Jesus" moment with myself and truly believed I was ready to begin the healing. Then she made that f*cking speech and I'm right back where I started this morning.


Ok...thanks for letting me vent for a moment. Now on to better things....Awesome speech! Beautiful couple! It's on and I think McCain is toast!!!!!



Thanks for providing this forum for all of us to share the experience with you.....

Congratulations to Senator Obama for tonight's victory and historic milestone.

Anyone have Anderson and Donna on Youtube?

You're right smoothie, I noticed that about Daschle too. He's been limp eve rsince Thune whopped him in 2002...speaking of Thune, I'd rank him third on my list of GOP prospects after McCain loses...


It will either be Romney, Huckabee, or...John Thune in 2012.

The Republican machine should-at least for tonight-stand down.


In this first round of the general election, McCain lost. Hell, he couldn't stop himself from using Obama's line.



There's no comparison tonight...and it's gonna be hard to look at the right wing spin of Obama's speech without laughing.

Lanny Davis will be on Larry king..


Apparently fighting for hillary to be VP..f'n classic...

rikyrah


Yes he said that. He was asking her what was said in a telephone call she had yesterday with Obama and she told him that Obama said what he's been saying that he wants to unite the party. Anderson said I want to know if he said something we don't already know and Donna said, "Anderson you're not my boo." That's when he said he wanted to be her boo. Then he tried to play like he didn't know what boo meant.



It was really a cute funny little moment.

another story that may sneak under the radar, Tom Daschle, couldnt carry his state..AGAIN....
im jus sayin...

John King at his board are up on CNN. That speech gave my skills at the end. I loved the looks between Michelle and Obama. That effing bitch needs to be put down!!!!!!


This is a historic night. All the news coverage needed to be talking to Black people about our history being made tonight.



I sent Donna Brazile a long message about Clinton. And just sure enough she mentioned that Obama had spoken with her about reaching out to the bitch.



And now CNN is pissing me off because John King is trying to promote this dream ticket crap!! Now I see this is the new corporate media theme.



Why don't they ask how Clinton will get the Black vote!!

Smoothie


Keep looking and let us know because I can't wait to see Lanny Davis, I bet that smarmy as smile is wiped off his face.

John King is with Dana Bash on there honeymoon...


tks for the correction...Flipped over to Fox,(just for a little bit) im officially on the Lanny Davis/Ferrarro watch..

People watching CNN, did this really happen?


found this at another blog:



OMG-Donna Brazile speechless because 360 degree Anderson just told her, ‘but I want to be your Boo?!!!’

I've been meaning to say that I believe Obama will reach out to the rural and working-class voter now that Hillary is out of the way and he doesn't have to try to talk over her to reach them.


Were does Hillary go from here? Does anyone think she's brazen enough to keep campaigning.

honey


I think Hillary trademarked it with her actions.

It's Senator Crewcut. I remember being so tickled watching him win last time - he was so emotional...didn't expect that from a big guy with a crewcut.


Tester is his name.

demar,


thank you.



there are few songs that can stir the soul like the Negro National Anthem being sung by a full choir with choir orchestrations...it's so powerful..

truthseeker,


I'll catch it on tivo. I was shocked that they were speaking some truth for the 60 seconds I turned over there.

Ms. Martin,


I was wondering about John King myself, when they had that other person the other day playing with his map.

Ms. Martin I was just about to post what Gergen said. Luv him!


Deranged narcissm. Somebody better trademark that.



I usually don't even watch CNN anymore but wanted to see Gergen, Brazile, and Roland.

Like most of the people commenting here, I have followed this process with the news, the debates, the maddening moments, my own blogging, and JJP (which more than once has helped me keep my sanity - I am not alone!). Now is the moment we have all waited for - and it feels great!!!!!!!!!!!!!


I am a white woman who is proud to support Obama. I am watching my biracial son sleep on the bed next to me as the speech ends and I might just be a nerd because I can't stop crying!



Now comes the fight against the Republican machine, but lets all enjoy this moment while it lasts. History has been made my friends!

Did you see the pic on MSNBC?


Obama and McCain - Presumptive Nominees?



Looks good.

Smoothie


That was Gergen.



She couldn't be the pooper scooper handler if I was the president.

Jefferey Toobin just gave me a reason to watch CNN..


deranged narcisism...Perfect!

Gergen said he's through with deranged narcissim - she had plenty of time to get used to this idea.

During the MSNBC commercial, flipped over to CNN....they were talking about Hillpatine's gracelessness.


Back to MSNBC.

Some Hillary supporter emailed Borger that this needed to be Hillary's night - WTF!!!!!!

Olbermann and Tweety crack me up, with their back and forth.

rikryah,


In case you're not familiar with this:



http://www.newseum.org/todaysfrontpages/default.asp



You'll be able to see front pages from all over US, world, tomorrow. I can't wait to check them all out!

Today is an amazing day. And I dont care what kind of hateful people come in here trying to take the shine away have to say. History has been made. And Black America and all of America should be proud of what has taken place today. I am a young 20 year old college student and I am in tears. It makes me so proud to be able to live in a time where African Americans are achieving greatly and breaking barriers. I am now listening to the Negro National Anthem in honor of this occasion!


Lift every voice and sing

Till earth and heaven ring,

Ring with the harmonies of Liberty;

Let our rejoicing rise

High as the listening skies,

Let it resound loud as the rolling sea.

Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us,

Sing a song full of the hope that the present has brought us,

Facing the rising sun of our new day begun

Let us march on till victory is won.



Stony the road we trod,

Bitter the chastening rod,

Felt in the days when hope unborn had died;

Yet with a steady beat,

Have not our weary feet

Come to the place for which our fathers sighed?

We have come over a way that with tears have been watered,

We have come, treading our path through the blood of the slaughtered,

Out from the gloomy past,

Till now we stand at last

Where the white gleam of our bright star is cast.



God of our weary years,

God of our silent tears,

Thou who has brought us thus far on the way;

Thou who has by Thy might

Led us into the light,

Keep us forever in the path, we pray.

Lest our feet stray from the places, Our God, where we met Thee;

Lest, our hearts drunk with the wine of the world, we forget Thee;

Shadowed beneath Thy hand,

May we forever stand.

True to our GOD,

True to our native land

The Dark Sith is sucking up.

I loved that Michelle gave him a pound before he went on to speak... I love them.


Gracious. Generous. Patriotic.





GAME ON!!!

rikyah,
Im in Vegas for Business,

and the hotel im in has, the NY times, USA Today, The La Times etc..



truthseeker,

My favorite quote from cnn came from Jefferey TOOBIN



"She did everything short of offering HIM the VP."



Finally, am i a bad person for getting a little upset that CNN chose to interview Jessie Jackson about this moment??

Where is John King?

Ooops I tried to sign my name. That's me, anonymous at 7:50


Honey01

How I feel tonight:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qHAZ25HYqU



Yes, we can, can...



Yes, in our lifetime.



IN MY LIFETIME!!!

I gotta tell ya, it's gonna be so nice sleeping well at night with a real good man as president for a change next year.


Make no doubt about it we're gonna have very tough times in the years ahead which Republicans will try to blame on President Obama. Changing our healthcare system, how we travel and generate electricity are going to be expensive but necessary adjustments, massive adjustments that we must make if this country is to not only prosper but survive.



These changes are gonna take overwhelming majorities in congress. President Obama can only take us as far as the new congress will let him. We must elect many more and better Dems to help him. We do that and we can help him be a great president, maybe the greatest we've ever had.



We have to do it. You have an hour after work? Do some phonebanking. You got 5 dollars? Don't just send it to Barack. Help out Dem candidates like Rick Noriega in TX who is within spitting distance of that idiot John Cornyn. Scott Harper has a real shot at sending Judy Borg Biggert in the IL-13 home to Hinsdale along with her daughter the Big Pharma lobbyist. I kid you not that's her real middle name.



This drawn out primary has drained resources from our congressional candidates. Now is the time we suck the life out of the Repubs. Find candidates you believe in. Give til it hurts. Take time out every day, every week until November. it will pay dividends for decades to come.

Yes, you can.


And if the speeches tonight were any indication-then you probably will.

I love that a subtext the entire night for MSNBC has been:


What a fabulous political story this is. How much of an upset this won.



Admitting what we've already known about Hillpatine and her advantages.



I dunno...has CNN even broached this subject?

Wow. Historical. Yall should my silly self taking pics of myself in front of my television with my cell phone camera! The best I could do if I could not be there.


The speech was excellent. He definitely brought it on home.



I am wondering though...

Did anyone else think he seemed a little tense based on his facial expressions? I am wondering if it was just the sheer emotion and the realization " damn,this is it", the beyotch's antics tonight (or the old guy), or security concerns.

Perhaps all of the above. He exited the stage pretty quickly and at least six Secret Service men seem to form a tighter shield around them than in the past.

17,000 inside 15,000 outside!


Great reviews for Obama's speech by the CNN panel! Anderson says 3 speeches tonight and each couldn't be more different.



Did you guys watch the CNN commentary right after HC's speech? Borger was angry and said if she was Barack she'd be too. She said he'll make his vp decision at some point in the future and nobody wants this shoved down their throats at this point(threat).

Gergen was not complimentary of her either.

smoothie,


I'm going to be going from place to place, buying the different newspapers from around the country. I do hope someone does a diary on DailyKos of the international reactions. I love those diaries.

So beautiful! So Wonderful!


I love you Barack & Michelle!



Yes We Can!

You can still watch live at the Obama website.

If I owned the USA Today, I would tripple the price of that newspaper tommorow...Im jus sayin.

17,000 INSIDE the Center.
15,000 OUTSIDE.



Damn.

Scruncher


Yes they did. They are a special couple. Michelle told him he did well and he thanked her!

YES WE CAN, AND, WE WILL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

He and Michelle looked incredible.

YES.WE.CAN.

" We are Americans first.”

OMG, he means every word he is saying. He is so serious.

damn i wish i was in minnesota!

Let's keep these tapes...compare this crowd to the GOP in September....I believe this crowd will prove to be more boisterous.

I'm so glad he mentioned the innocent people who were put to death.

He is SOO happy to be able to pivot to John McCain.

This crowd is hype!

Did you see the Kappa Alpha Psi brothers...

Wow! That list coming out while he's speaking reminds me of the scene in The Godfather, while Michael is at his child's baptism, all of his enemies are being elminated ;)))))

scruncher,


every single time..



and I do mean EVERY SINGLE TIME..



when there was a place where Hillpatine could be gracious and take the HIGH ROAD..



SHE NEVER TOOK IT.



NOT ONCE.

Got this from The Field:


Important Update: 26.5 more superdelegates endorsed Barack Obama in the past five minutes! Here is the list, and their statements, at the jump…





CHICAGO, IL—With polls now closed in the final two contest of this historic race for the Democratic nomination, 26.5 superdelegates pledged their votes for Barack Obama at the Democratic National Convention in Denver. The superdelegates hail from every region of the country and every level of the Democratic Party leadership.



Arizona



Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords said:



“Now that all primaries and caucuses have concluded, I am enthusiastically endorsing Senator Barack Obama as the Democratic nominee for President of the United States. Since the outset of this historic race for the White House, I have been impressed by the intellect and patriotism of both Senator Hillary Clinton and Senator Barack Obama. They have demonstrated the passion and wisdom to move our nation towards a brighter future. I respect and admire both of them.



“Every state has had a chance to vote and Barack Obama has emerged with more support. In becoming a delegate for him, I recognize his inspiring and thoughtful leadership that brought him to the finish line. I am proud to join Governor Janet Napolitano and millions of voters throughout the country in supporting Barack Obama as the next President of the United States. I agree with his policy priorities and his commitment to create a cooperative and bipartisan era in American politics. In states large and small, Barack Obama has shared his hope, optimism, and vision of what is possible. Americans from all walks of life see in him someone who can truly change our nation. I do as well.”



Arizona Democratic Party Chair Don Bivens said:



“Now that our historic season of caucuses and primaries is behind us, it is time for each superdelegate to choose between two outstanding candidates. For me, that choice is Senator Barack Obama. He is an extraordinary leader, with the ability to bring people together across party lines to solve problems. That is exactly what our country needs right now, a pragmatic change of direction.



“I congratulate Senator Clinton on her hard-fought campaign. She is a true leader and an inspiration to millions. I am confident she will act to unite our party, and our country, behind our party’s chosen candidate for President.”



California



DNC Member Christine Pelosi said:



“Barack Obama has captured the majority of the popular delegates from caucuses and primaries from sea to shining sea. Barack Obama has the vision, ideas and values needed to bring positive change to our lives, from economic justice to energy independence to an end to the Iraq war and care for our veterans. As an activist dedicated to participatory democracy, I am thrilled that tens of millions of voters and tens of thousands of volunteers have participated in this Democratic nomination and breathed new life intro our democracy. I have great respect for our other presidential candidates, particularly Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton, who has proved herself to be a champion for working families.”



DNC Member Rachel Binah said:



“The people have spoken and I look forward to working with all my energy and enthusiasm for a man who I believe will make an extraodrinarily wonderful president. His environmental record is unparallelled and he has a sensitivity to the issues of our time.”



DNC Member John Perez:



“Now that the primary season has come to a close, I officially endorse Senator Barack Obama for President. I believe that now is the time for us to come together and unite for victory against John McCain in the fall. Senator Obama has run an extraordinary, forward-looking campaign focused on hope, unity and our shared values as Democrats. I am confident that he will bring our party and all Americans together as our nominee and as President.”



Congressman Sam Farr said:



“Tonight, after the polls close, the presidential primary for the Democratic candidates will have run its course. Although Hillary Clinton has won many of the big blue states and energized her voters, Barack Obama has won the nomination. After the final ballot has been cast tonight, I will officially endorse Barack Obama as the Democratic candidate for the presidency.



“Barack is an exciting new leader in American politics. He will work to end the war in Iraq, he will tackle domestic issues that have been neglected for years and he will help repair our battered reputation abroad. I look forward to working with him to bridge the current political divide and address the problems that face our country.”



Congressman Bob Filner said:



“I take great pride in announcing my support for Senator Barack Obama as the next President of the United States. As Chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, I look forward to fighting alongside Senator Obama to correct eight years of neglect of our nation’s heroes–working for real gains for America’s veterans!”



Congressman Jerry McNerney said:



“Senator Obama represents hope for the future. He has inspired legions of young people who will energize our nation and help bring about the kind of change necessary to turn the incredible threats we face into opportunities.



“Given my background in wind energy, I am excited that Senator Obama has an appreciation for how to create clean, sustainable, family wage jobs in renewable energy. He also knows how important it is to use America’s greatest asset, innovation, to put America ahead of the rising energy costs with new energy technology including both efficiency and new sources of energy.”



Colorado



Governor Bill Ritter said:



“I’m proud to pledge my support to Sen. Barack Obama to become the next President of the United States of America,” Gov. Ritter said. “Sen. Obama offers a strong sense of hope and promise for our country’s future. His success at inspiring people from all walks of life, his commitment to the need for education and health-care reform, and his sense of independence and purpose make him appealing to Coloradans and other Westerners. He understands the promise of a New Energy Economy, of opportunity for all, of building a strong economy for our children. He is the best person to help Americans and Coloradans achieve their God-given potential, and I am proud to endorse him.”



Florida



DNC Member Michell Ceasar said:



“Senator Obama is the clear delegate leader and I believe it is now time to focus on the general election and to prevent John McCain from providing a third Bush term.”



Congressman Ron Klein said:



“I will be casting my ballot at the Democratic National Convention for Senator Barack Obama. Senator Obama is the kind of leader that comes along only once in a generation. He has the unique ability to move our country forward, past the petty partisan politics that so many of us have grown so weary of, and his vision is a breath of fresh air. I believe he will serve our nation ably and well, and am proud to support his candidacy. With my vote at the convention comes a commitment to reach out to voters in South Florida throughout the general election season.



“The primary is now behind us, but we still have a critical task ahead. All of us, supporters of Senator Obama and Senator Clinton alike, must come together and stand united as a force for change in this nation. Americans will have a stark choice this November: a choice between a continuation of the failed policies of the current administration, or a fresh start. We must stand together, with one voice, and call for a fresh start on Iraq, on health care, on education, and on developing clean, affordable renewable energy. These issues are too important to focus on what divides us. We must now focus on what unites us as Democrats, and on the general election this fall.”



Georgia



Georgia State Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond said:



“This campaign has been one of the closest most hard fought contests in the history of our nation. Senator Obama and Senator Clinton have demonstrated their commitment to the changes that are badly needed in this country and their ability to lead America forward. Now that the primary and caucus season has concluded, the time has come for us to unify the party and throw our complete support behind Senator Barack Obama in order to win the November election. I am impressed by his vision, intellect, and his unique ability to attract new voters to the Democratic column.”



Kansas



President of the National Federation of Democratic Women Helen Knetzer said:



“The American people have endured enough in the past seven and a half years from this Republican Administration and the United States is in desperate need of a leader who realizes our economic and international challenges. This has been a long and hard-fought primary and both Senators Clinton and Obama have shown the ability to lead us in this country, but today we must put our differences aside in a united effort to ensure that we win in November. I’m pleased to endorse Barack Obama.”



Lousiana



DNC Member Patsy Arceneaux said:



“I believe that it is time to put aside divisive politics and to unite as Democrats looking forward to a victory in November and the hope of real change in America.”



Maine



DNC Member Sam Spencer said:



“My decision, in part, is based on the fact that Senator Obama has won a majority of pledged delegates (which I believe is the most important measurement) and has attained a majority of all delegates. Senator Obama was the majority winner of Maine’s caucuses. Senator Obama is the Democratic winner of the nomination. Senator Obama is an extraordinary candidate and has inspired Democrats in Maine and across the country to show their support in record numbers. Now we must work to sustain this momentum into the national election to take back the White House.”



Maryland



Congressman John Sarbanes said:



“I am excited to join in expressing my strong support for Barack Obama, who I believe will be an outstanding president. Now that the votes have been cast and the primary season has come to its close, I am pleased to play a part in ratifying the decision of the voters in my district and across the country. Moving forward, the importance of unifying the party behind one candidate is vital and Democrats in the Third District, the State of Maryland, and the nation are quickly turning their focus to electing Senator Obama as our next President.”



Michigan



Congressman Bart Stupak said:



“This has been an historic presidential primary election with phenomenal interest in our Democratic candidates. With the conclusion of today’s South Dakota and Montana primaries, all Americans have had an opportunity to make their voices heard at the ballot box. Now that the nation’s last primary ballot has been cast and an agreement has been reached to seat Michigan’s delegates at the Democratic National Convention, I am proud to pledge my support to Senator Barack Obama’s candidacy for President of the United States.



“I am confident that Senator Obama will provide the leadership necessary to improve our economy, protect our Great Lakes, provide health care for all Americans, and put an end to the war in Iraq. I have invited the Senator to campaign with me in northern Michigan and share his vision for change with the people of the First Congressional District.



“One issue has been resoundingly clear throughout this primary process: Americans do not want four more years of the same failed policies that have driven our country deeper into debt and tarnished our reputation in the world. Senator Obama will provide the change we need to get our country back on track to prosperity and prominence.”



Missouri



Missouri Democratic Party Vice Chairwoman Yolanda Wheat said:



“This primary season has been truly historic. The Democratic Party has produced two extraordinary candidates, either of whom would make a great president. I strongly believe that now is the time for us as Democrats to unite behind our nominee, Senator Barack Obama. In November we have a chance to make this a better country for our children and our children’s children. My respect and admiration for both Senator Clinton and Senator Obama has grown throughout this election process. I am endorsing Senator Barack Obama for President today because I believe that his leadership will bring about the profound change that this great country so rightly deserves. I hope all Democrats, regardless of whom they have supported until this time, will unite behind Senator Obama’s vision of hope and opportunity for all Americans.”



Nevada



Nevada Democratic Party Chair Sam Lieberman said:



“I am proud to endorse Senator Barack Obama for president of the United States. Sen. Obama knows the challenges we face in the West and will work to stop the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump, create a better water plan and spur the development of renewable energy throughout the West. Together, we will engage multiple generations of Democrats to reform our health care system, end the war in Iraq and put our country’s economy back on track, especially for working families and seniors who need relief. Senator Obama recognizes that our diversity is our strength, and that is key in a rapidly changing state such as Nevada. Sen. Obama will be the catalyst who helps Democrats Win in the West and throughout Nevada.”



Nevada Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto said:



“It is now time for the Democratic Party to unite behind one candidate. Through a unified Party we will defeat John McCain in November. I look forward to working with Senator Obama to create positive change for the citizens of Nevada and the United States.”



New Jersey



Congressman Rush Holt said:



“Barack Obama has a remarkable life story, has run a stirring campaign, and has offered an inspiring vision and an impressive strategy to bring about much-needed change in our nation. His successes in the primaries suggest that we can rise above cynicism and bigotry in America, and I am honored to offer my endorsement and support. Like millions in New Jersey and across the country, I have great hopes for an Obama Administration that will restore people’s faith in their government and strengthen America’s reputation for constructive actions abroad. I look forward to working in Congress with a President who will end our combat involvement in Iraq, invest in education, and enhance the role of science in his Administration and in society at large.”



North Carolina



DNC Member Muriel Offerman said:



“Barack Obama has spoken to America in a way that has drawn so many new voters who are excited about the real change he will bring to Washington. Now that the primaries are over, it’s time for Democrats to unite in taking on John McCain.”



DNC Member David Parker said:



“Senator Obama’s plans for strengthening America’s economy reflect his insight and empathy for all the people of this country. In this era of economic and environmental challenge, we are all simply Americans pulling together to strengthen our country– regardless of region, race, gender, wealth or any other qualification. Senator Obama’s leadership at the head of the Democratic ticket will help Democrats in North Carolina, including Kay Hagan, our Democratic candidate for US Senate. I look forward to his campaigning actively in North Carolina during the fall campaign.”



Oklahoma



DNC Member Jay Parmley said:



“The race for the 2008 Democratic Presidential nomination has been historic. We have had two superbly qualified candidates, unprecedented numbers of newly registered voters and across the board near-record to record turnouts in primaries and caucuses. As an automatic delegate to the 2008 Democratic National Convention, it was always my hope that Democratic voters across America whose votes determine the proportional make up of the pledged delegates to the DNC Convention would select the nominee of our Party. I believe they have done so, even if by the narrowest of margins.



“I will cast my vote at the DNC Convention for Senator Barack Obama. Senator Obama has brought thousands of new people into the political process and his campaign and election will restore people’s confidence in their government.



“Our task as a party is great. Our country is in crisis. Voters have a clear choice in November. Will we end the war in Iraq, fix our ailing economy, and provide much needed quality healthcare to all our citizens? These questions can only be answered affirmatively by electing a Democratic President. The fight for the Democratic nomination has been intense and now comes to a close. Our goal as Democrats is victory in November and that can only be accomplished if we come together in support of Senator Obama.”



Oregon



Oregon Secretary of State Bill Bradbury said:



“Senator Obama has the vision and commitment to bring people together. This country needs a lot of repair and Barack Obama will be well-suited to accomplish that.”



Oregon Democratic Party Vice Chairman Frank Dixon said:



“I am announcing my decision as one of Oregon’s twelve automatic delegates to the Democratic National Convention to support U.S. Senator Barack Obama of Illinois for President of the United Sates.



“I have waited until the end of this race to announce my decision out of respect for Senator Hillary Clinton, her campaign staff and passionate supporters who have made this closely contested primary an historic contest. No primary has drawn this kind of interest and participation from so many voters in so many states.



“In my view both candidates are capable of winning the election and becoming a great President. I can find no compelling reason not to represent the voters of Oregon who overwhelmingly chose Senator Obama. I do find many reasons to help bring this primary contest to a conclusion so that the Democratic Party may now focus on unity and the hard work necessary to elect our federal and state candidates.”



Pennsylvania



DNC Member Ian Murray said:



“I am now, after much thought and consideration, supporting Barack Obama for the presidency of the United States and will be voting for him at the convention in Denver. I have been a strong supporter of Hillary and Bill Clinton since 1991, having chaired and run Bill Clinton’s 1992 and 1996 campaigns in Erie County. I have continued until this time to endorse with all my heart the candidacy of Hillary Clinton. She has been a true champion of the Democratic ideals that are so important to voters of Northwestern Pennsylvania. It is clear to me though that Barack Obama has the required votes for nomination at the convention in Denver. Barack Obama’s message of change and his positions on health care, the Iraq war, the environment, the economy, and other issues vital to the Democratic Party have resonated with record numbers of voters including young voters, independents, and like-minded Republicans. I have been involved in running campaigns in Northwestern Pennsylvania since 1972, this epic contest between Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton has fortified in me the vitality of the Democratic Party and its hopes and vision for our future. I pledge all my support, my heart, and my passion for Barack Obama and will be working night and day in the coming days and weeks to bring the Obama and Clinton camps together and unify in Northwestern Pennsylvania as we begin our quest for that which all our futures and health depend, the election of Barack Obama.”



Virginia



Executive Director of the Virginia AFL-CIO Jim Leaman said:



“After a historical battle through every primary and caucus Senator Obama leads in elected pledged delegates to the Democratic National Convention. As a previous uncommitted delegate to the Democratic National Convention, I would like to pledge my support to Senator Barack Obama to be the Democratic nominee for President of the United States. I believe that Senator Obama is the right person, in the right place and at the right time to change politics in Washington from strict partisan warfare to one of jointly solving America’s problems. For me, Senator Barack Obama represents a new generation of leadership that will have to solve our problems in health care, social security, education, the environment, jobs, national security and the economy in the upcoming decade. The time has come to unite as democrats and turn our focus and attention to winning back the White House in November.”

Did she mention him? I didn't hear it. What did she say?

I love that tie.

If only HRC had been anywhere near as gracious ...

dedicates the night to his grandmother...that's sweet.

Obama is a class act. Look at how that crowd erupted over the mention of Hillary Clinton. She couldn't even bother to congratulate him for winning the nomination. She barely gave him a mention and continued talking about herself. Would her crowd react that same way?


This man is insanely unique. I swear.

I love looking at an Obama rally crowd...because, I see America.

scruncher, me neither. And yes rikyrah, they were terrific. Definitely beautiful.

The energy in that place must be fantastic.

..and the crowd goes wild!

I will never forget this night.

They were terrfific together. Looked so beautiful.

I'm in tears...


I loved that dap Barack and Michelle gave each other.

Love Michelle's dress.

Did you guys see that communication between Barack and Michelle. Priceless!