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While Obama has a lot of good ideas, I still have no idea how he's going to pay for it all. The money can't possible all come from taxing the rich. And the money currently being spent on the war is money we don't have to begin with. Most of it is borrowed and adds to the national debt.

Uhhhh . the same media told us that Obama's European trip and speech in Berlin was a "stroke of political genius". Then the public slapped them back to their senses. Guess the public just isn't as smart as the Press ? By this time next week, the polls will once again reveal the public's ignorance, huh.

It is now clear that all the negitive postings are paid for by RNC. No one that really listened to the speech could still be that negitive

Common sense, experience and credibility are words that describe areas where Obama can't compete. Obama is a disaster waiting to happen. Once again the Democratic leadership has given us fluff instead of a solid choice.

This was an excellent speech and very powerful. He hit home on all the issues with Mccain. Keep at John Mccain. We dont want four more years of Bush and also I dont think we need another Man in White House who commited adultry.

Finally, America....we have a great leader AGAIN. Calm, extremely intelligent, confident , STRONG and honorable. We have been starving for such a leader for many, many years.

We can begin to believe again. I will do everything I can to step up to his challenge and help restore and rebuild this country. Join us Republicans. You must be so tired and sad with the nasty divisive Rove politics that have brought us to this destructive place in our history. Let's all unite, Democrats, Republicans and Independents behind President Barack Obama.

God keep him strong. God Bless America!!
OBAMA/BIDEN08

Wow, another great speech last night. If it was only that easy – speak the words, let the confetti fly, turn off the lights and head home while all the worlds problems simply evaporate because Obama gave another great speech. I make my decisions based on what a person has done, and in Obama's case, simply voting "present" on the most critical issues just doesn't cut it. The guy hasn't done anything except for duping a bunch of people in to believing he actually has.

Obama's entire presentation was solid, defining, and inspiring. The Democrats have put together a powerhouse duo and have been clear on the issues. In the next 65+ days it's going to be increasingly difficult for McCain to keep up. CNN reported McCain has resorted to hiring busses to drive around and pick up people to transport them to his speech in Ohio. The goal was 15,000 and they can't even round up 10,000 while nearly 80,000 poured into the stadium to hear Obama's acceptance speech.

Lets see, Obama gave another great speech last night. If it was only that easy to just speak the words, let the confetti fly, turn off the lights and all is made good. Unfortunately, in the real world it doesn't happen that way. If you really want to know what Obama will do then look at his record. But wait, there really isn't one. How can you expect there to be when he simply voted "present" on the most controversial issues he had to vote on??

All I can say is WOW!

Even Pat Buchanan said it was magnificent!

I thought Barack's speech was wonderful. He exceeded all the expectations. He answered all of the GOP charges against point by point.

Fasten your seat belts...Obama just let it be known he is ready to fight for this country. And the McCain campaign, surrounded by the Rove-RNC mud-machine, will throw every despicable thing they can think up.

All of us who support Obama must fight with him. Work for his campaign, support him proudly. Tell folks your with Obama and why. Wear a t-shirt, put out a sign, slap a sticker on your bumper! Let others know "I'm a PROUD Obama voter"

This acceptance speech, like his entire campaign, reflected a man who can take this country in a new direction. Can inspire us to move beyond the idiocy that is George Bush and work TOGETHER (well, with the exception of the McCain folks who think that a divided America is the path to strength.)

I'll be working myself ragged to get Obama elected...I joined by millions of other Americans who want change – NOW.

Obama-Biden 08/12

It is going to take more than a speech to get things done in washington. The whole stage will have to be changed. The congress attitude will have to change. Too much money from oil and other big business floating around. People eyes get big and their head swims at the large numbers they can line their pockets with. I hope the american people have enough sense to realize the whole system can not be business as usual if the country is going to survive in the way our fathers had it.

A fantstic, eloquent, articulate speech. However, as any sensible, rational person knows, talk is cheap. If he's elected and delivers than that will be the real history.

Did you get GOP's response? they had no match and it was exemplary marlakey . Gobama.

i can't believe there are still people out there questioning Obama's plan. Well stop and ask yourself "What is McCain's plan?"

He will cut taxes for the rich and drill here, drill here.

That my friends - isn't a plan - it is a joke.

I am a 33 year old mother. I was left speechless! This is a story I look forward to some day telling to my children's children. My 2 year old recognizes Obama on the TV, and can say Obama baby, my 10 year old heard him speaking on the radio one evening. Asked mom is that Dr. Martin Luther King, I said no. It's Barack Obama. You know God has his chosen people. I truly believe that he's heaven sent. It's just something about him that can't be explained! I'm sure some of your have the worse of worse to say about him. But if you sit back and search deep with in your hearts you would come to a better outcome.
When you have Faith it will carry you where no man can take you!! Higher than the clouds in an airplane! We can do any and all things with the will of God on our side! May God's peace be all around Barack and his family!
I'm overwhelmed this more, can't wait for Nov. 4th to cast my vote!

Obama consistently delivers hope when mcCain fails. Pay close attention to next weeks Repubican Convention. Watch all the attacks, then pay attention to mcCain's plan to save this country. I will be there will be more attacks than a plan. Kinda reminds you of our involvement in the Iraq War... No plan, just a lot of attacks.

it was a wish list, It was Bos dream speech. A masterpeice I wouldnt go that far nothing to new just his stomp speach with a few new turns. I know bush is bad. Mccain is bad but what makes barrak any better his way of talking? nothing diffrent from the past 30yrs but many where not around then so they just think this is new hope. It was a great day for americans but any black man could of said those same things on that day and you still would of felt the dream of MLK.

This was history! America is beautiful. George McCain has no shot now. I think Obama has already sealed it. The GOP is already speculating on postponing their convention because of Hurricane Gustav. I don't know why, they didn't do anything during the first hurricane.

Americans:

WHY SHOULD WE REWARD THE REPUBLICAN PARTY WITH ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY IN THE WHITE HOUSE?

His speach was a Masterpiece??? Right, so is the picture of the dogs playing poker..........

Obama – all style – no sustance that anyone can see – but underneath it all he is a socialist – plain and simple.........

If you notice CNN is still putting out all kind of contraversy surrounding this speech. McCain and his dummies are in a lot of trouble because they are not articulate enough to handle what Obama is bringing to the table. They say they his speech was full of false accusations and promises. What exactly are you saying to the public John McCain? I have not heard a single good idea come from your party. Like we know it to be true, all the same tactics and trying to make people believe that there will be a different outcome. I am so proud to be a Democrat and I know that with hope comes a new sense of pride. You republicans have no pride and no conscience. I heard callers being down-right racist when calling to give their opinion on C-Span because CNN is to skewed tothe right for Democrats to watch and support their ratings. Older whites will be the only deciding factor in this election and it will be their old money that will try to buy this election. "WE WILL NOT GIVE IN THIS TIME" to unruly law officials that make promises and do exactly what they say they wont do. I love America and God Bless Obama/Biden '08....... Give us Our Country Back.....!!!!!!!!!!!!

The country is set and poised for change. I believe that Obama-Biden can bring America back to the forefront as a world leader by example. It is going to take a lot of love and elimination of hate that so often permeats our society. It took 30 days for gas prices to show a substantial decrease and two days for it to rise $.20 to the gallon. The "haves" are going to have to deal with their greed and I pray that God will put His arc of protection around the Obama-Biden campaign and keep them operating in His grace.

Chambers in TX

Re. Navarette (GOP armchair critic): He is not as smart as he thinks he is being. He should listen to his professor and adviser to four presidents. OBAMA's (and Biden's)principle of the integration of personal and community responsibility (I do everything I can and, yet, I am my brother's and sister's keeper and they are mine and government represents me, uses my tax dollars) does not need rocket science to understand. But it does need unselfish, non-smug people to fulfill. Clearly, Navarette does not want to be included!

Where was Rev Wright tonight ?

What a wonderful speech!!!!

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Beautiful....just one question for Senator Obama that I haven't heard him answer yet...(perhaps his supporters could enlighten me.....

How?

Obama's speech was incredibly detailed and nuanced. I am so glad we have a leader who is willing to INVEST in green energy, much like our country made investments to create the internet (CIA), the railroad, the interstate system. With out government investment, we can't upgrade the power grid, we can't build roads that won't crumble under our feet, we can't educate our children. Our forefathers made wise investments for our benefit. It is time we do the same.

The speech was definitely a masterpiece. I was very proud. I look foward to seeing him the Oval Office.

FYI – McCain's VP pick is Sarah Palin from Alaska. But that will not put a damper on the Dems.

Obama will make a good salesman for improving America's image abroad, not as a President though. Teleprompter helps.

I am constantly annoyed by how conservatives constantly bring up Obama's "lack of experience." I always feel compelled to remind them that Ronald Reagan, the idol of the Republican Party, only had 2 terms as California Governor under his belt (which is in itself is certainly very little Washington experience, and even less military experience [granted he was in the army, but due to eye problems only served stateside]). The key thing about Reagan that I hear is that he was able to change the way Americans felt about the country as a whole. He inspired people. At a time in our history when we desperately needed SOMEthing to be proud about, he was there to show us what. I feel like Obama is providing a similar service right now. His message may not work for many, but because he's in the race thousands more citizens are all of a sudden feel they have a stake in the political process and are taking part.

Inexperience? Nah, he's got the chops.

Everything that Obama has been accused of has now been, rightly, put in it's place. Obama laid out a case for being president over Mccain that is irrefutable. Now he just needs to keep on inspiring us. When a candidate has nothing, they try to bring down their opponent. There are no legs for Mccain to stand on any further, and the King has finally been told that he has no clothes!

Obama talked about so much last night, but all CNN can do this morning (both on TV and online) is report about how he bashed McCain. 90% of his speech was positive, about what we can change and about what is right with this country, but all you focus on is the negativity. Obama is trying to return civility to politics, and you aren't helping.

Anyone who thinks Bush is right 10% of the time is bad. Anyone who feels he is right over 90% of the time is an absolute out-of-touch moron. It's really sad that common sense really is not common.

The part I will remember most of his speech, that Washington cannot bring change to the people, but that the people can bring change to Washington. Awesome!

You know when I listened to Obama, I closed my eyes and I thought I was sitting in church. What a preacher he is. He's really in the wrong business, he should take up the cloak instead of politics.

But anyway. There's nothing new in what he said. It's the same old tired, failed, liberal social policies. Got a problem? We've got a government program for you!

Americans have always rejected the far left as a cure, and I'm sure they will ultimately reject Barak Obama.

Hey Barbara it was a 45 minute speech in which he had to lay out what he was going to do for this country, the differences between him and McCain, lay out why McCain's policies are wrong and get himself recognized by those who still have doubts about him. There were a million things that he didn't mention but all in all it was a magnificent speech and he said what he needed to say. Those things you mention go without say he has said them in other speeches and don't forget he hasn't won yet so the recognitions would be best left to say when he actually wins the presidency.

I think Obama spoke well, but I hope he picks up that McCain camp dismissal of the health care issue and beats McCain into the ground with it.

Amazing!

I support and love Barack Obama and last night I was so rpud of hi. I am 55 and haven't heard a speech like that since JFK when I was 9 years old. This man is sincere, brilliant, and a gift to everyone. He was amazing..and yes David Gergen a symphony to listen to.I for one count myself priveledged to have heard him speak I will treasure that forever.I envy all who had the honor to be in that stadium!

The speech was quite a rock concert. I heard Obama provide a list of the major problems and saying he will solve every one of them. What I did not hear was any workable concrete plans to achieve the solutions. Thus, Obama gave everyone what they wanted to hear but his speech was more about empty promises that a clear vision of how to achieve reasonable goals. For example his said he will vetoe every line item of wasteful spending. Unfortunately, congress has never given the President the abiltity to do this.

Why has Obama changed the way he presents his idea's of change, they were totally different when he was running against HRC and now that it's McCain he has a different idea for change. I don't understand where he is coming from. He seems to be the mouthpiece of the Democratic Party. No experience at all. If he gets elected get ready to be taxed on your home sales profits and inheritance's as it's part of his new increase tax plan. Me for one think I pay enough in taxes and my profits should be mine and not the Governments.

Shoot, if Obama does half of what he proposed last night, he would have done more than The bush Administration has done in 7+ years. Still amased that there are many people out there that think "stay the course" is an option. In sports, when a team doesn't perform well, they fire the coach. On a global scale, the US has gone from First to Worst. It's time we fire the coach, and get a new guy in.

Obama's Speech was OK for me. But, he is certainly no Bill Clinton when it comes to reaching the hearts of Americans!

Obama is ready to make the Presidential race about the issues and an indictment on the GOP failures to follow-through in an actual coherent platform that can advance the American people. Obama is the first Democrat in a while to say enough is enough and feel the American values of Democrats as represented in platform an policies can stand against the GOP rhetoric to tear them down. The GOP has failed: they've said one thing and consistently done another, which tells the tail of GOP failure. McCain can duck and dodge, but I hope Obama stays on message. America's future depends on it.

last night was a call to both Revolution and Renaissance...the DNC convention flooded the American mind with brilliance, igniting hope. Obama said "i get it" regarding the surrender of our hopes to the ways of a broken Washington...but he said to that change does not come Washington but change goes to Washington...the unmistakable brilliance of last night was not about Obama...it was and has always been about us. this man will be our President, our champion, our leader and our friend.....

Obama/Biden 08

The lines that got the greatest cheers were when Mr. Obama emphasized personal responsibility and reducing the federal buearacracy. If I'm not mistaken, that's Conservatism. The Republicans own the substance, and the Democrats own the charisma. In a country that cares more about Access Hollywood than the evening news, I wonder who will win?

The thing that is so funny is that background/stage. We already know he and his followers think he is a God, I guess now he thinks he needs a Greek temple so people can pay homage to him. And by the way he was given the crown not nominated so I wish you would stop saying he won the nomination. If Hillary had not stopped the count, well there would have been a big surprise. Why do you think the DNC and Obama made her halt it.

Let's see if you post this CNN!

Now THAT is a PRESIDENT! Bush and McCain could study intensely for 8 years solid, but they would never match up to the brilliance of Obama. "Some folks have it, and some don't." McCain doesn't have it!
OBAMA/BIDEN '08 AND '12!!!!!

It was a great speech. I agree with David Gergen. I liked how Obama used his personal story of struggling and being on food stamps and compared it to the lives of the people he encounters on the campaign trail. I also appreciated how he challenged the republicans to discuss issues and not question patrotism because as americans we all put our country first. The line about Bin Laden was brillant. It reflected what most Americans have been thinking about the republicans. Republicans will have a hard time counteracting Obama after this speech. CNN is predicting the republican convention might either be delayed or cancelled due to the hurricane next week. Another reminder of their failures about hurrican katrina whose anniversery is today.

That speech sounded presidential. A political masterpiece doesn't even describe it best. That was Michaelangelo up there last night on that stage painting a picture with words. And finally Sen. McCain had enough decency to stop the negative ads on a historic day and give Sen. Obama his due. Well Sen. Obama is due more than just Sen. McCain's congratulations. In November, Sen. Obama will become the 44th president of the United States and the 1st african-american to be elected president of these United States Of America. Change is coming and it has been a long time coming. No way, no how, no McCain.

Obama/Biden 08

Wow. Saw the speech. Made up my mind finally. The McCain campaign is going to have to run a lot of ads with pictures of mushroom clouds and muslim extremists to scare people into voting republican this time. It is time for Obama

Excellent speech.

I think the country wants more civility and focus in the campaigns. They want talk on the issues and they want a plan for the future. Obama laid it all out, clearly and strongly.

McCains campaign is actually insulting to the intelligence of every american voter. The distractions and negativity do nothing to elect the best qualified candidate and make a mockery of the electoral process.

I look forward to Obama/Biden in the white house.

Since when did a "wish list" become interchangeable with a plan ?

I DVR'ed this speech for my 18 month old son.

If we don't elect this man (somehow...making the same mistake yet AGAIN)...I will show it to him when he's of age to remind him of what America can yet one day become...that there's always a horizon that's brighter if we ourselves aspire to be better.

And if we do elect this man (and we should–all the evidence you needed...you saw last night)...I will show it to him when he's of age to share with him the very MOMENT America began to rise up anew and reclaim herself; one American at a time.

I have never been so impressed by a political speech in my life. I was already a supporter- but the maturity and wisdom shown in this speech knocked me out. I can't believe I sat there alone- clapping. Outstanding, I just can't say enough. Good work Sen. Obama.

so many negative attacks. So much for a new kind of politics. Both parties always fall back to negative attacks.

Inspiring people to show up and listen does not make you a celebrity, it makes you inspirational. Doesn't the country deserve to be inspired? The people who started the revolution and picked up muskets to fight were inspired by the idea of freedom. That didn't make George Washington a celebrity. The soldiers who enlisted following the bombing of Pearl Harbor were inspired. That didn't make Franklin Roosevelt a celebrity. The millions who listened to John Kennedy and Martin Luther King and Robert Kennedy and who opposed wars, marched for equality were inspired. And John McCain says that's a bad thing? If he believes that, John McCain's view of America is as a docile, uninspired country looking backwards instead of dreaming and moving forward. A country for him instead of his grandchildren. Its been too long since America has been inspired.

I watched the speech with my 15 y/o son. We both came away feeling it was historic. Mr. Obama showed the wisdom, understanding and tempermant to successfully lead this country. I voted for McCain in the MI primary in 2000 but won't be going down that road again. Mr. Obama is shaping up to be a phenomenal leader. I only hope that the electorate doesn't fall for the Republican siren song again.

Let the republican lies and smears begin.

That is all they have. Unfortunately it has worked in the past. 30% still think Bush is doing a good job. So these clueless group will vote for McCain anyway. If the rest of the gullible, ignorant, or racist is outside of this 30% in great numbers, then we will be stuck with McCain and I hope we can survive.

The speech and the man behind it are incredible. I don't care about his race. I'm glad we have someone stepping up to lead who can express himself so clearly.

AS A 63 YEAR OLD WHITE WOMAN FROM GEORGIA I MUST SAY I WAS MOVED BEYOND BELIEF TO THINK THAT MY GRANDCHILDREN MAY HAVE A BETTER LIFE THAN WHAT IS OUT THERE RIGHT NOW WITH GEORGE BUSH AND JOHN MCCAIN. I LIVED IN AN ERA THAT PROMOTED GOOD JOBS AND WE HAD THE AMERICAN DREAM BUT I HAVE WATCHED IT SLIP AWAY TO THE POINT THAT MY CHILDREN ARE NOW STRUGGLING TO KEEP JOBS AND I SEE NO FUTURE FOR MY GRANDSONS ...UNTILL NOW! BARACK OBAMA IS OUR NEXT LEADER AND I WILL DO ALL THAT IS IN MY POWER TO HELP MAKE THIS HAPPEN.WE CAN NOT AFFORD ANOTHER BUSH REIGN ON OUR NATION. OUR CHILDRENS FUTERE IS AT STAKE!!

I am so proud of the work we did
Democrats for ever

According to CNN, Obama "mapped out his plan for the war in Iraq". Actually, I watched the entire speech, and he simply said we needed to end the war. That's quite a plan. For the most part, Obama's speech was just more "happy talk", but very little substance. What I got out of it was that Obama was somehow going to provide free healthcare for all, and a whole host of other government-subsidized programs, while simultaneously lowering taxes for almost everyone and reducing the national debt. Oh, and don't forget, we're also going to eliminate our dependence on foreign oil, but not drill here.

Good Morning America, President Obama's speech was a masterpiece To the nay sayers and critics I tell them flat out they don't GET IT When senator McCain paid for an ad with donors money to say well done THAT was insulting and childish Insulting because McCain is a HOG and it won't matter how much lipstick or nice suits they try and put on him he still stinks like a BOAR and acts like a BORE What happened to the Grand Old Party of yesterdays candidates This Az senator they chose to run is going to do more damage to their party that has seen much better days and much better times Democrats on the other hand haven't been this united in a long time and this is not my first time around been voting since the very early 70's they scraped the bottom of the barrel for this one and if I were them I would have taken one good look to see the slime at the bottom and thrown the whole thing away.

If speech alone is the driving criterion, than definitely, our minister also delivers a good speech at times, but I think policies do matter:

Obama's tax policy – Not for me, Don’t want to step into Obama’s tax mine field.
Foreign policy – No (too soft on rogue entities)
Iraq policy – No (cut and run? – of course no)
Health care – Not for me.
Change – what change?

It is quite remarkable that Senator Barack Obama is a presidential candidate iwho writes his own speeches.... The ability to write a 'masterpiece' like this, is another indication of this man's intellect. I truly believe that America should embrace a candidate of this quality wholeheartedly. IF Obama becomes President, I think America stands a good chance of becoming the number one country in the World, after slipping to 12th place – from 2nd in 1990- in terms of human development.( Based on UN Annual Human Development Report, which applies rankings of health, education and income). Seize the day America, and reverse this direction. Embrace the candidate that shows the greatest intellect, and energy, because that's what it will take from the top end, in order to facilitate the whole change. But in the end, it is still as Barack has said himself, "it's about you". Good luck America, and may your choice be the wise one.

I read the article about the GOP "response" to the speech last night. In that article it says that Obama is reverting on something he said previously. In Obama's speech he said, "Now, many of these plans will cost money, which is why I've laid out how I'll pay for every dime - by closing corporate loopholes and tax havens that don't help America grow. But I will also go through the federal budget, line by line, eliminating programs that no longer work and making the ones we do need work better and cost less..."

The GOP response article says, "Bounds said Obama told the AP this month that he could not "promise" to reduce the budget deficit. Bounds quotes the article: "I do not make a promise that we can reduce it by 2013, because I think it is important for us to make some critical investments right now in America's families."

Obama did not say last night that he would "reduce" the budget deficit. He said that he would make the money in the budget work toward programs that we need, not keep throwing money at programs that hold no promise for a better future for the American people.

His speech was amazing. I am one of those Republicans who picked up a Democratic ballot because I believe that if we don't get some new ideas and begin a new course for America, my children won't be able to get jobs, go to college, or support their families when they get older! If they can't get jobs, none of my teaching them how to work and earn an honest living will help! With the addition of Joe Biden to the ticket, this team is unstoppable! Obama is getting his team in order. He will have the best of the best people on his team, so he can make informed decisions as President. We have to give this team a chance to transform our country and open us up to new and fresh ideas.

Well THAT was the turning point in this election process.
OBAMA will become President. And there's no chance, the GOP-convention can top the DNC, no chance in hell!

Obama's speech was one of the best in the last years, if not decades.
When he became President we will smile and remind that night,
believe it folks, HE's the man, the commander in chief. He was great, is great and will be great.

Obama/Biden 08+12

The biography was great. I was very disappointed that on the occasion of the 45 Anniversary of Dr. MLK speech that Obama would not utter hardly any recognition of the sacrifice that so many made for him to be where he is. He's afraid to speak the truth and is clearly a fake, opportunist and bear watching.....

EXCELLENT...PERIOD!!!!

The media got it right the contents of Obama's speech was a "Masterpiece". Expect the contents of McCain's speech to be a "Disasterpiece".

The biography was great. I was very disappointed that on the occasion of the 45 Anniversary of Dr. MLK speach that Obama would not utter hardly any recognition of the sacrifice that so many made for him to be where he is. He's afraid to speak the truth and is clearly a fake, opportunist and bear watching.....

To all the McCain supporters who still "Just don't get it":

You say that Obama's speech "lacked substance" and that he's still just an egotistic inexperienced candidate. Well, let me say a few things... First off if you paid attention Obama clearly laid out his plans for change in America, do know that just because you're happy with your middle-management career at a global corporation making a six-figure salary doesn't mean that America is happy. If you cannot see that the direction and drive that Obama has or his love for the American people, you should take a walk down the street, and see how hard it is for some of us to get by.

Don't worry though, if you still don't get it, just as YOUR candidate doesn't, you will come the first debate, where McCain will end up butchered; ending up a piece of meat like the filet mignon he can so readily afford.

Obama/Biden '08

Yeah, Obama always talks tough about debating McCain but he's too scared to take him up on the town hall meetings. Actions speak louder than his over-hyped words.

It's a shame that some American's may have been takin in by this show, the truth is Obama has no experience in any of the things he talked about. I wish the media would get there heads out of the clouds and focus on the real issue, Obama's inexperience!

That speech was wonderful that man Embodies the American Dream I will Donate to this Campaign once again because he inspires me and my whole famiy He is the President we need Now. How Can John Mccain Experience be any Good IF HE VOTED WITH GEORGE BUSH 90% OF THE TIME That means this Country is Broken Because of the Two of them and you idiots want to give him another 4 Years If WE Get John Mcbush Because you People out there are Bigots I will laugh win gas prices reach 5 and 6 dollars! Obama/ Biden 08 or We have Lost!

I was a reluctant Obama supporter. Last night he was extremely convincing. His speech was over the top – a grand slam; everything we needed and wanted to know about him and his plans as president. I will continue with a watchful eye, but his case for presidency is becoming more and more appealing and convincing.

Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant. Barack you hit it out of the ball park. Now that is what I wanted to see. Bravo Bravo

Thank You

blah, blah, blah....who cares! He gives a great speech....so let him be Press Secretary to a "QUALIFIED PRESIDENT".

We now have "the people's President."

Obama WILL NOT win!

A LIFETIME REPUBLICAN'S ADVICE TO JOHN McCAIN.
SEN. JOHN McCAIN, YOU HAVE NOTHING NEW TO OFFER TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE. YOU WERE AND YOU ARE STILL PART OF THE LAST 8 YEARS DISASTER BROUGHT UPON US BY GEORGE BUSH. YOU HAVEN'T DONE ANYTHING FOR THE LAST 26/8 YEARS OF YOUR PRESENCE IN WASHINGTON. NOW IT IS TOO LATE. TOGETHER WITH GEORGE BUSH YOU ARE THE PROBLEM IN WASHINGTON D.C. WHILE THE MOST INTERESTING FACT IS THAT YOU COME TO US WITH EMPTY HANDED.
IF YOU HAVEN'T DONE ANYTHING UNTIL NOW, AT THE AGE OF 72, BELIEVE ME, YOU ARE A HOPELESS CASE FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE. YOUR BATTLE IS GEORGE BUSH'S BATTLE AND NOT THE AMERICAN PEOPLE'S BATTLE ANYMORE.
GOD SAVE AMERICA AND OUR MILITARY FORCES.

What about all those people who prayed for rain?

Guess you lost your mojo?

Senator McCain will have a hard time even coming close to Obama's speech.

Change does not come from Washington, Change comes to Washington.

The speech was great, now people can stop saying "what is going to change?"" Where is the money coming from?" well he told you last night. O/B '08

It's about time. Now crush him from today until November 4th.

Some say Obama is just a great speaker..
That he's full of hot air..
A lot say he's not ready to lead, that he isnt qualified!

Well here's how i see it!!

ANYBODY is better then a billionaire with a fetish for oil companies!!
McCain CANNOT speak!!
Not only is McCain full of hot air, he's full of twisted memories of war.. Dangerous!!

There might not be a great choice!! But Obama is A LOT better then McCain

AMERICA DPLEASE,PLEASE DON'T GET CONFUSED ABOUT McSAME ALL THE HYPE ABOUT HIM BEING A MAVERICK, IF HE WAS A MAVERICK HE WOULD NOT HAVE VOTED OVER 90% OF THE TIME WITH BUSH TOTALLY CONTRADITING THE MEANING OF THE WORD MAVERICK.

A maverick is a person who shows independence of thought or action, a non-conformist or rebel

HE HAS LITTLE TO NO INDEENDENT THOUGHTS OF HIS OWN EXCEPT WHEN HE IS BEING OLD AND CONTRAY. WE GOT TRICKED WITH ALL THE HYPE ABOUT BUSH AND LOOK WHAT WE ENDED UP WITH? A NUT!

McSAME IS TO GEORGE W. WHAT GABBY HAYES WAS TO ROY ROGERS

THAT'S NO MAVERICK THAT'S A SIDEKICK!

Obama you got it rocking.... me and my family will vote for you. You won our vote last night..

Who cares about what the GOP has to say? And about that convention starting Monady - Won't watch, won't listen. No way, no how. Why? It's simple – I have heard what they've had to say and seen them in action the last 7 plus years. Enough of the lunacy. I am turning blind eyes and def ears to McDud and the Repblican party. America's promise is upon us all. Delivered by Obama/Biden.....Wanted and accepted by the people.

I just turned 62 this month and registered to vote for the first time in my life so I can vote for Barack Obama. I never felt the people running for president made any difference but this is someone I can believe in, who reflects my values as a middle-aged white woman. I love Hillary but I want Obama for president.

If any registered voter votes for McCain after that multiple delivery last night, they are either deaf, dumb, blind or live in a hole with 2 brain cells. Do you really want a president who doesn't have the energy to get out of his own way. The country and the world need Obama and Biden.

We will Win!!!

Good bye, Republicans. Tonight was the beginning of the end – thank God! This speech was a home run and a knockout! I look forward to proudly casting my vote for Obama/Biden. Eight is enough – we will take back this country!

In Denver we see the dawn of a shining new day.... in contrast, next week, the GOP sees the wrath of God in the form of storms brewing off the coast, threatening McCain's precious oil rigs, reminding us of Katrina and what the GOP is really all about behind their rhetoric of 'Country First'.

The GOP October surprised is 9-11; 9-11, 9-11, this year OBAMA got it all wrap up! Katrina, 9-11, Iraq, Afghanistan-the failed policy of McCAIN-ROVE-CHENEY-BUSH-Georgia too, PUTIN is correct, regular Americans know that the WAR in GA, was engineered to help the GOP & McCAIN, again it backfired!

Last night's speech slew a thousand PUMAs, threw down the gauntlet to McSame and his Reptilican handlers and outlined a vision for America that we have been sorely lacking the past eight years.

President Barack Obama. It's been a long time coming...

It was a lot of preaching to the converted; heavy on chants of "yes we can", "yes, I am ready to serve" and anti-McCain rhetoric, but utterly bereft of any substance.

This was an amazing night, from Richardson to Gore, to Biden, to the non-political folks explaining why they're voting for Barack, to an amazing speech that made me cry and made me, as Michelle Obama said, REALLY proud to be an American.

The trolls and paid Rethugs were out in force last night. Of course they were; they were the only ones who weren't glued to their television or computer watching history happen.

For the sake of this country, and for the sake of our children's futures, we must elect BO.

Obama delivered the best speech of his life last evening. The RNC can't take that away. This truly was a masterpiece and the critics cannot criticize on this. I can't wait to hear his speech at the Inauguration and when he addresses the Nation. An no, this is not celebrity business

I guess the telepromter was working . . . he actually made some sense.

He didn't just take them on, he took them down.

Obama I was right once again on Iraq it wasn't just the US surge of 30K soldiers instead it was the 100,000 Sunni insurgents "Sons of Iraq" that switched sides, plus the issue of political reconciliation.

A major shift in security came when local tribesmen began policing the area. The Sons of Iraq – also known as the Tribal Awakening – once fought against the Americans but now they are challenging al-Qaeda.

There are now more than 100,000 Sons of Iraq across the country, the vast majority of them Sunni.

Most of the Sunnis blame the Shia-dominated central government. There is great suspicion of the administration led by Prime Minister Nouri Maliki.

I think McCain will resort to even nastier attack ads against Obama since he cannot match Obama in speeches. next weeks convention will be a giagantic attack ad against Obama which will make the 08 dnc convention look like the 04 dnc convention.

Somehow I don't think the next two months of debate are going to be about gay marriage, abortion rights and gun control. Finally I think we are going to debate the issues that matter for this country. Thank you both, Barack and John.

This was the best convention I have witness so far.

The Dems hit a grand slam!

Hillary Clinton was on 1st

Bill Clinton was on 2nd

Al Gore was on 3rd

Barack Obama at bat.

Grand slam!

McCain still looking for the ball. IT'S GONE!

Hovered more than soared? What speech were you watching? And what criteria would Obama need to have met for this speech to do more than just "land safely"? He was inspirational, forceful, dynamic, and eloquent. His ideas reflected the concerns of everyday Americans, not billionaire CEOs and lobbyists. And his take-away – that Americans can realize their dreams though hard work if they have a government working for them, not against them – should stir and resonate with anybody who's seen their lives get worse, not better, over the last 8 years.

Obama was attack for being things; a celebrity, elitist, not understanding the way the world and the economy works and looking down on people. I believe he answered all of those statements. Obama said where the Republicans had gone wrong including McCain. His plans were put forth. I like his proposals. It could win him the presidency.

For 30 years I was a Republican...for the past 2 an independent. I can't vote for McCain. I've been uncertain about Obama. One of the undecided. I'm closer to making a decision today and his directness and specifics made this possilble. I will watch the debates to be sure...but I'm leaning Obama's direction.

THAT'S JUST IT OBAMA AND BIDEN ARE EVERYDAY [EOPLE THAT HAVE OVERCOME THE ODDS AND CAN RELATE TO THE EVERYDAY PEOPLE, AND GUESS WHAT WE THE EVERYDAY PEOPLE MAKE THE MAJORITY OF VOTERS BECAUSE WE ARE THE TRUE AMERICA, THAT'S JUST WHAT OLD MONEY MCSAME DOES NOT GET. IT'S ONE THING IF THE AMERICAN PEOPLE WERE LIVING ATLEAST COMFORTABLELY, WE MIGHT BE WILLING TO STEP OUT AND TRUST SOMEONE ELSE TO HOLD ON TO OUR MORAL VALUES, BUT WHEN IT GETS TO THE POINT WE ARE SUFFERING WE NEED SOMEONE THAT UNDERSTAND OUR PERSONAL NEEDS, AND OUR MORAL VALUES AND THAT CAN ONLY BE SOMEONE THAT KNOWS WHAT IT'S LIKE TO BE ME!

OBAMA AND BIDEN ARE EVERYDAY AMERICANS, MCSAME IS NOT.
GO TO YOUTUBE TYE JOHN MCCAIN / FABIOUS LIFE OF JOHN MCCAIN TO SEE WHO HE REALLY IS, WHO THE ELITIST REALLY IS, THEN COME BACK ND TELL ME HE CAN RELATE TO ME, THE EVERYDAY PEOPLE, THIS MAN IS FIFTY RICH WITHOUT A CARE IN THE WORLD! HE'S CLUELESS!

Obama's acceptance speech was at once superb, rousing and beyond words to describe. Now all American know where he stands on issues and direction he wants to take the country. it is time to say no to McCain and 4 more years of Bush. McCain is stuck in the past and he does not see the future.

There is no doubt, we saw a fantastic speech lastnight.

But, for me personally, I knew it was going to be a great speech. I was hoping for more substance.

I think if you are concerned about Obama "giving" out too much to the "needy", you will still have concerns (he was promising alot of stuff to alot of people). If not, you are probably very excited this morning.

I loved his "failed trickle down" comment. I am on board there. I just don't believe in it anymore, with the greed of the wealthy.

All in all, A-

Sure is something how Obama doesn't need a tele-prompter to read from!!!! And McCain has to watch getting too carried away on stage or his false teeth may come flying out of his mouth!!! The only time McTraitor gave a real good speech, was his songbird speech to the North Vietnamese in Hanoi!!! Obama 08,12

Nearly 80,000 people filled the stadium to watch Obama's speech. People lined up for blocks and blocks to get in. Tens of millions more, across the United States and the world watched the speech from their televisions. It was a moving speech.
McCain is scrambling. He is busing people in from all over Ohio and other states just to get a crowd of maybe 10,000 tops. The man doesn't have it. He's out of touch with realty. Just look at him. He's a fraud.

Obama gave a really good speech.

I was not sure about him, but now I will probably vote for him.

It's official. Now Hillary and McCain have experience and Obama has TWO speeches.

You people still claim to want change. I have not seen one thing besides big government control of energy in this mans agenda. He continues to say McCain is another Bush, but anyone that is paying attention knows that is total BS. The ties to old school partisan politicos like Dean, Pelosi, Kerry, Kennedy, and Biden prove he isn't going to stray from typical Washington politics. This speech he gave was the same empty pep-rally he's been giving all along. It is a shame the dems couldn't run someone that actually had a few good ideas I would have looked forward to an exciting debate. When is this coward going to get the testicular fortitude to go on a show like The Factor, or better yet just have a one on one debate with McCain? Your messiah is the master of a new sport I like to call Dodgepol. It is alot like Dodgeball only he ducks, dives, dodges, and ducks debates.

It was so boring ...I thought Obama could have done alot better....Obama is showing he's just a typical politician with the attack on McCain calling him Bush ....I don't think Obama would like McCain calling him Wright .....

Wonderful speech!!! I don't see how anyone cannot be moved by this speech. If that didn't convince americans, then wait for the debates. He is going to crush McCain. I don't see how anyone could not vote for Obama. You can say he does'nt have experience all you want but look where experience(BUSH) has gotten us the past 8 years....GO OBAMA!

The ONLY thing Obama mentioned last night that was specific was $150 billion for alternative energy . An idea, even a dollar amount, that he took from John McCain!

Still and empty suit. What a sham.

That was just amazing!!! Wow is all I can say!!

I don't think the Obama speech was a masterpiece. I did not hear one thing with any substance. He talked about many things he wanted to do but did not say how he was going to do them. I can not believe that Americans actually want a president who is going to raise taxes. I am not a McCain fan but I can not and will not vote for Obama.

Obama did have a great speech, but many of us are still not completely sold yet. We will be watching and listening carefully to what McCain says next week.

Yes, I am a Hillary supporter and I will continue to be. When these debates come up, I hope there are some reporters out there willing to ask the really hard questions to BOTH candidates.

I like what Obama said but he did vote in the senate for the Bush-Cheney energy bill- why did Obama support Bush?

Obama did speak out against Iraq, but he wasn't in the senate at that time so he never had to actually cast a vote. Very disappointing that Hillary is not on the ticket- she got her Iraq vote thrown at her all the time- well, Biden also voted with Bush on that. He has , in a very tepid manner, said that was not right but so has HIllary.

SOMEONE AT THESE DEBATES: PLEASE ASK BOTH CANDIDATES ABOUT THEIR SPECIFIC VOTING RECORDS, PLEASE!!!!!!

Obama rocked.

He will be a great president. We've got a good four years ahead of us.

Obama does give a good speech but I can't recall any actions. In addition to being a good speaker he is, according to Joe Biden, "clean" as well. How nice.

It is going to take more than a speech to get things done in washington. The whole stage will have to be changed. The congress attitude will have to change. Too much money from oil and other big business floating around. People eyes get big and their head swims at the large numbers they can line their pockets with. I hope the american people have enough sense to realize the whole system can not be business as usual if the country is going to survive in the way our fathers had it.

Tell me again why Obama doesn't like the flag, or the National Anthem.

Also tell me again his rationale for saying that he was against the war in Iraq in 2003 when the whole world was for it, some more than others, but everyone knew that Saddam had to go. Tell me.

Also tell me how Obama expects the US to pay for all his new governmental programs while reducing taxes on 95% of the people in America.

Tell me he isn't lying........

I don't think the Obama speech was a masterpiece. I did not hear one thing with any substance. He talked about many things he wanted to do but did not say how he was going to them. I can not believe that Americans actually want a president who is going to raise taxes. I am not a McCain fan but I can not and will not vote for Obama.

I'm proud of Sen. Obama, proud of our citizens for electing him the Democratic nominee, and proud to be an American at this crossroads in American history. Let's not turn back.

Very proud to call him my candidate for President of the United States.

I honestly did not think it was very good. Way to Negative. Way to Gloomy. If I lived in the America he was describing, I would want to move to the real America we live in now. He definitely let the door open for John McCain. Did not seal the deal.

There are no words, I am overwhelmed. Let's go get 'em!

OBAMA 08