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As a caribbean person following the news daY in day out, I feel so aparT of this moment and I'm so proud of Americans and thE choice they made puTting race aside and focusing on the real issues

What happens tonight does not just affèct the caribbean but the enTire world!

Congratulations Obama, I'm reallÿ pRoud righT now!

McCain you are a true American Hero and should have been our President! Life is full of signs of the times and this is just another big one that the bible speaks of! Let us not forget where we come from and what this great country was founded on! McCain, you are so loved and God be with you and our nation!

Again let me quickly remind those who are not in favour of Obama that at least they can not deny the fact that Obama knows those who can make things happen;he has the right guyies around him and knows who can fix what. That is commendable and that is a good sign of Administrative accumen. At least Powel knows that. Talk about expert approval of a good Administrator to effect the change we need at this time in the world. He is not just THE ONE,he is the CHOSEN ONE.

McCain shot himself in the foot when he picked Palin for his running mate. Although I thought I might vote Republican in the beginning, that all changed when he picked her. America is too smart to vote for a pretty face that does great on SNL but knows nothing about running a country. I hope that eveyone listens to what McCain had to say in his speech tonight. It shows that he really understands America. It's time we work together and bring our great country back.

Three cheers for the Obama Victory! Its about time we had a socialist president. He is the man! Power to the people! Long live Che Guevera! Salute Pres. Fidel! Karl Marx, if he were alive today, would be excited!

Obamas victory is not only historic but the manisfetation of greater things to happen to the greatest country in the world.We the AMERICANS now have the responsibily to put our RACE behind and help president obama bring back Gods own country to where it truely belongs just like collen powell said our strength lies in our diversity

Am happy for America for voting everybody's own. Obama is in touch and an INTERCONTINENTAL figure. He is approved by God and man. The curcumstances that led to his victory are self evident and he didn't create them. This is the time for an opportuned African to rule the world. America will enjoy wealth and good name and great reputation in the eyes of all. Obama enjoys goodwill from his people and he will not fail because he will soon be announced as the President of God's Own Country. We are praying for him. He will not fail.

Congratulations!! President Obama & Biden.
Congratulations too!!! – America.

You have proved to the world as a people that majority still believe in decent political campaigns and have shunned the deceitful-negative campaign by McCain/Palin

Its a sigh of relief for the REST of the WORLD...that OBAMA is the next US President.

you know its funny everyone said this election was not about race yet race seems to be everyones main point to focus on. i hope, your sake and this country's sake, you voted for obama based off of more then the fact he is a black man. there are plenty of black men more qualified to run this country, more black men and woman who have a better track record.

McCrypt, you may want to call "That One" Mr. President next January!!!

As a Canadian, I was shocked when Bush was elected, then re-elected again in spite of his shortcomings (to put it nicely).

I would be even more shocked to see the same mistake repeated with McCain/Palin. It seems McCain cannot even take the time to thoughtfully select a good, or even competent running mate. I am not an Obama supporter, but I could never get behind McCain's clear lack of good judgement.

I think Obama is the lesser of two evils though, so hopefully he turns out to be a good president..

I agree that Bush made some bad calls....look at his approval rating...but we just elected someone with Zero experience. Shall I repeat "ZERO experience"...All Obama did was say smooth things and catch phrases and buzz words...what does he really stand for? He is a politician...with virtually no record...they all are politicians.... they say what you want to hear...Obama was just better than McCain at talking the talk... my question is can America afford the mistakes if he can't walk the walk???

I did not beleave we, as a nation, could reach the point of picking substance over fear and smears. America has proven her greatness!!

Congrats President Elect Obama

"I will thank God when Obama wins because I won't have my Medicare cut and Social Security money that I worked for all my life. . . ."

Dearest Helena (that's my Mom's name, by the way):

I think you might want to take a very close look at both the current and near-future status of both the Medicare and the Social Security funds. I think you might be in for a bit of a shock.

Sorry.

God is in control always whoever wakes up as new prez on Nov 5th. Be kind to each other. Pointing fingers, placing blame & bragging tend to come back in one's face. What comes around goes around. Let respect be our personal goal

even though we are halfway across the atlantic i want to say to all americans for being so brave to make the world proud of them once again!!.me and my family,friends,colleagues,neighbours etc doff our hats to tha OBAMA CAMP. enjoy your victory and remember we are all praying for you.

I guess my first comment is still 'awaiting moderation'! This is going to be the worst thing to happen to this Country!

im neither white nor black but i have seen one thing in this country of ours the only color issue is within the races who consider themselves minorities. look around there are no more minorities in this country. there are no more segregation it is not harder for one race over the other. each race has to work equally hard for what they want.
why do some people feel so injusticed.

i feel bad for the military people and the ones who have lost someone in iraq whether we agreed with the war or not, what did they die for now? nothing. another vietnam in the making, another gulf war. we went in for victory, and coming out with nothing. the servicemen and women are the real victims here.

I just hope and pray whoever eventually wins tonight that they will put God first and put this country back on track to be a God fearing nation that it started out to be in 1776. Otherwise we will be heading down a road to further decline and failure. No president democrat or republican can fix the economy. In a capitalist system the job creators (small business) eventually straightens out the economy not the politicians. However that does not keep them from promising to fix everything if elected.

It will be so exciting to finally move into the sphere of Socialism with many of the other countries in this continent. I'm looking forward being buddies with Fidel Castro and Hugo Chavez. It is so inspiring. I think I'll quit my job, file unemployment and see what other handouts I can collect. I wouldn't want be a traitor by actually working hard and being productive.

Does anyone remember Ronald Regan?? He was a ... Republican & the Clintons had a smooth ride because he did such an awesome job as president!
Party doesn't matter, it's the person & what they can do while in office!

My congratulations Senator Obama, even though your not who I voted for. I just hope and pray that you hold your promises to us all. I fear a government where one particular party is in control of all the branches. I sincerely hope that you sir, hold Reid and Pelosie in check, and don't let them trample on our rights. I will hold you to your policy of change, I hope to God its for the better.

I will know what my childrens future holds, when I watch the news in the morning. If your supporters act like the crowds do who celebrate a sports teams victory, or loss, then I will know what the next 4 years hold for me and mine.

I'm in agreement that Palin needs to return to Alaska, but I would rather her just be quiet. She has brought more hate to America in her few weeks in the spotlight than I have seen in over 45 years and there is no room for anymore hate in this country.
We should all be thankful that we live in a country where we have a choice and a voice. We all have different beliefs, different needs and different stories that determine who we vote for and no one should be condemned for their choice-that is what makes us Americans and different from the rest of the world.
And for those who do not believe in freedom of choice for all Americans, there are no laws preventing you from moving to another country and changing your citizenship.

This is a comment for the news & media, PLEASE STOP using the "african american" term already!
You are either a citizen of Africa, or of America!
Next we will be hearing Mexican American, Chinese American, Canadian American, etc.
I thought we were all just "American" ?

Wow way to go everyone!!! Change is here!!! Let's get em' done

Why are so many comments from obama supporters are soooooo negative. Just read this list below....Can't you all reach out and mend versus being so negative......if not we will not be any better off.

Any man who can seduce and marry a woman as bright, articulate, funny decent and beautiful as Michelle Obama has to be a great man. And he is. He'll be a great President. And poor John McCain, he showed such a lack of judgment by picking Sarah Palin as his running mate that it was a bit scary to envision him at the White House.

Thanks, fellow Americains, for knowing the way to a better world when you se it.

I really can't believe the hatred being stated by so many people. The young people today are really different from when I was young. There is such a lack of basic human respect for other people. It is very sad. This election has polarized the country more than ever before in my lifetime.

What are the situation now as regards to U.S. Presidential election.

The election might be over, but the country's problem still has to be tackled. Will see what the winner can do to improve our economy. It's not time to celebrate yet, because the four years ahead is when the leadership will be proven. Let's all pray for those who win and those who lost the election. Every candidate has something to offer for this country. Their ideas might not be the same but this is the beauty of democracy. The people has the chance to decide for themselves who can best serve their agenda or ambition. Leaders can lined up their best ideas and surround themselve with best advisors but the ultimate decision is the will of God. Natural calamities do happen like 9/11. Did we see it ahead of time, no. Let's just hope that we don't have this kind of disaster for the next four years. God bless...

looks like the welfare and freeloaders won this election, here we go agian have to work harder to pay more taxes to give to people who want work. the american way!

Whoever wins we still lose, my friends. Why? If we're so ignorant as to treat the election like its some kind of football game, how can we justify being the world's superpower? The rest of the world's growing up while we act like a bunch of football hooligans. Its going to take a LOT more than a new president to fix that.

but "sick of it" – remember and never forget what US whites did to the black americans culture for over 300 years. This is such a critical moment in US History! Why do they have the problems in their society?! Yes, it IS because of the white Americans!

Grats Obama! Grats Democrats! Lets start working on making friends immediately with e other side of the aisle!

1. This is amazing!
2. Dem president and congress are not necessarily on the same team.
3. Change is GOOD. I know it is scary to think things could change, but they are – in honest summation – not going very well right not in the U.S., due in no small part to Bush's 8 years of silliness.
4. Thanks, foreigners, for the congratulations. See, the majority of Americans see humans as all deserving of the best things, but it is so hard to get past hatred and greed. I think we may have taken a step there though!

To JFK: President Elect Barack Hussein Obama will be the President of the United States of America in four years plus four more.

The whole world is ecstatic and some of his fellow countrymen are hating him.

President Elect Obama is our new President who happens to be half black and ALL American!

Get used to it!!!

Right/Left/Liberal/conservative... We ALL have some of each of these in us. It is the political parties that try to corrall us into these boxes so they can count us as on their side.

Remember:
Every sane person sees themselves as being middle of the road because there is always someone worse on each side.

Normal is just the average of all of us.

Everyone is someones else's weirdo.

We are all part of The United States and that is what we should be working to make better... not the parties.

God have mercy on us all.

You guys have made the worst mistake this country has ever seen. By electing Obama, you have let corruption enter the White House doors on a pedestal. I am very disappointed in every American that voted for Obama. Obviously they must want higher taxes, lose their jobs from these higher taxes, and increase spending by nearly a trillion dollars.

Obamas victory is not only historic but the manisfetation of greater things to happen to the greatest country in the world.We the AMERICANS now have the responsibily to put our RACE behind and help president obama bring back Gods own country to where it truely belongs just like said our strength lies in our diversity

WAY TO GO OBAMA/BIDEN!!!!!!!!!!! TOGETHER WE TRUST YOU TO BRING OUR COUNTRY TOGETHER AND TURN THINGS AROUND!!

CONGRATS OBAMA/BIDEN!!!!!!!!!!!!

change isn't always a good thing....People always say how Barack is going to bring our boys home...what you don't know is that all he is going to do is move us to afghanistan. His presence is viewed as weak here in the middle east, (believe me, I am here and talk to the locals) and he empowers terrorists with his inexpierience

Obama won because of sexism – and he never opened his mouth to stop it, Karma comes with this Presidency.

McCain had to be a "Maverick" and choose Palin... and it cost him the race.

Hey Anonymous at 10:42

Maybe fighting is not the answer?

McCain or Obama, two fine Americans and the winner deserves our support. We've heard enough name calling throughout the prelims and now the finals. McCain's choice for VP a big mistake

How many people tonight have said they are NOW proud or happy with the USA because we possibly elected a Black Man? I have absolutely no problem that a black man may be elected I have a problem that so many people see that as THE issue. If you are happy that Obama may be elected be happy because of WHO he is and WHAT he will do, not BECAUSE he is black. That honestly has nothing to do with if he is or is not good for this country, how he will lead the country or his policy. It is like saying when Kennedy was elected, " I am so proud to be an America because they elected a Catholic", or "I am proud of America because they elected a Catholic". It is ridiculous a man should be based on his merit and what he will do for the country. Race, age, sex or religion should have nothing to do with it and as long as people on either side make it an issue their will be racism.

To everyone who says "America will get what it deserves" – give me a break. Wake up and smell the coffee that Bush and the republicans have ALREADY run the country into the ground. Are you serious? Were you seriously unaware of that fact?

Obama will turn things around. There are no losers here, we all won this time, its just that 49% of people don't realize that yet.

Tonight means many things to a lot of people and I am one of them but one of the most meaningful things to me is that this Obama win will signal the end of Barracuda Barbie for a few years. I will no longer have to endure the vile hate spewed from her mouth and all the "Winky Blinky" "Youbetcha"s" form that Moose hunter. Now she can go back to the frozen tundra of Alaska and fly around the state watching the First Dude winning snow machine races.

What happened to the country I grew up in? I am in my early 30’s and this is a sad day for America…. I am sad to say that Obama was elected by people my age and younger who can’t figure out how which way is up and focus more on their virtual reality than what really matters. They can’t get themselves out of credit card debt for lack of discipline for buying non essential things. They can’t see the reality of the global economy except what directly affects them. Such a sad “me oriented” society…

I hope Obama is everything you want…only time will tell how he works his campaign promises into reality. Talk is cheap – so beyond all the well crafted speeches and smooth talking words let’s all hope he doesn’t take this country down hill and if he does then you get what you deserve. After all – he was put in power by an American majority of people who can’t see beyond their own nose…. Lord help us!

I will thank God when Obama wins because I won't have my Medicare cut and Social Security money that I worked for all my life invested on Wall Street. I'll be able to look forward to the future of all of my grandchildren getting a college education and everyone having health insurance. Members of my family that have health insurance through their company or employer won't have to pay income tax on their benefit and their monthly cost will be less with Obama in office. I just hope and pray that we will all wake up tomorrow singing,"What a wonderful world".

THANK GOD!!!! Know maybe we can get over the color issues in America. We all have a little bit of color in our blood. I pray that Obama do a great job as president. Maybe people will look at him as a great American leader instead of the first black President. IN GOD WE TRUST forever.

I concur that Obama is the better man to lead the US into the next era and that electing a black man will restore faith here in the US, inspire hope, and restore the reputation of the US as a world leader (check out BBC.com, CBC.ca, Australian national news, and every major European and Asian country's media web site for leading/breaking news on the election here in the US). I am thrilled that MLK, Medgar Evers and the rest of the civil rights folks are dancing in heaven with this news!

I also have respect for Mr. McCain for his idealism, his pragmatism, his ceaseless dedication. His error – or rather, that he foolishly trusted the frat-boy, monochromatic, myopic, idiot GOP advisors – was to engage Palin as his running mate. I'm sure this election will be studied for years and years; and that eventually, someone in their infinite wisdom will acknowledge Palin as the liabilty she really is and for causing McCain to lose the election ( Sarah – you are a hillbilly, socially retarded, and intellectually stunted idiot. Oh – and Sarah – maybe you want to actually read a newspaper beyond the Anchorage Daily News (oh wait – I don't think you even mentioned that to Ms. Kouric! Oh wait – can you read??) so that you will be better prepared to deal with those gosh darn "gotcha" liberal media getcha again, eh? Oh and Sarah? You don't speak for all women, nor do you speak for anyone beyond the bumblehole borders of metro Wasila. I mean, really – give us a break!! Stick to hockey, soccer and being a folksy pain in the butt away from the rest of the world. You SUCK! and hey hey hey ... good byeeeeeeeeeee!

Barabara of NC is the typical angry liberal who in victory can not be gracious to one of America's heroes. One idiot mentioned a police state...well the only candidate that wants a civilian military is the Marxist you just elected. Liberals are certain they won tonights election but America lost big time. No more freedom of speech (ie) fairness doctrine, no more private votes to determine if your company is going to be unionized(ie) HR800. Now who all voted under the Democratic tent? well let's see...the United States communist Party, Lewis Farrakhan/marxist, terrorist William Ayers,Reverend wright,also Obama is supported by Hamas, Libya and a host of other Islamic radicals...and America won, How???

WOW! I've become one victim of someone stealing my Obama/Biden sign but after 2:30 minutes of standing in the rain to vote at 5:30am we showed that no one can steal this one this election. I voted for Bush 8 years ago. He fooled America. He was so terrible, Barack may never have seen this day! It's still OJT and he's gonna need prayer like every other President!

Enjoy the moment, enjoy the illusion. People will eventually be sorry. Obama is not presenting who he really is, he is not telling the truth, he is not a man of peace....

Even the Republicans best efforts at election fraud couldn't overcome this margin. It's time now to get down to business reversing every last bit of the last 8 years. Goodbye tax cuts, doomsday climate policy, cowboy diplomacy, etc... This is unbelievable!!!

congradulations our beloved president Barack Obama

As a republican I can accept and support Obama as President. The side show will be watching the democratic Congress, house of reps and president become fully accountable without obstruction. Good luck and we will all re-evaluate in four years if the revolution is real or just symantics. Personally I hope that it is R E A L C H A N G E !

pscott is right on the money. That "tax and spend" line really bothers me. Somehow Bush and the Rep's think it is fiscally responsible to fight an incredibly costly war and still cut taxes. Reagan doubled the national debt while in office and now Bush has done even worse, yet we have to hear about Dem's taxing and spending. Blah, blah blah.

Brittany Glenn – sounds like you're making excuses already.

Congrats OBAMA !!!! I know all of you repubs. R having a hissie-fit to bad...McCain was a terrible choice you idiots...negative ads...YEA GET A CLUE!!! DIRTY POLITICS NEVER PREVAIL!

Americans have been fooled into thinking that they will make history by electing another man as President of the United States. Men have been elected President since this country was founded so that will not represent change. If the McCain/Palin ticket wins that will represent real change because a woman has never served as Vice President or President of the United States.

It is sad that people still like to blame Bush, even though he has limited power. Thank your congress. They have the real power. They are looking out for what is best for you.

A new day is here. Way to go President-Elect Obama.

Can someone send Sarah Palin home now?

Obama wins, but his supporters on this site clearly lack personal integrity based on the comments I have read. Do you realize that the transfer of wealth does not create wealth? That equality of economic opportunity does not mean equality of economic status?

Go Obama! Wake up Florida count em up. c'mon 61st seat!

I voted for John McCain because he's a true american.I'm a registered dem. I voted for McCain for what he went thru in his war time....a TRUE HERO.It's to bad for him he got caught up in the bush mess. I believed him that he could have cleaned up the mess in washington that bush created. I just hope for once that Obama sticks to ALL the wonderful promises he made.......

OBAMA!! OBAMA!!!

Finally finished with "the mummy and the dummy"!!!

The whole world is watching us pick ourselves up and dust ourselves off....

this whole election was a joke , neither party had anyone worth voting for. no matter who wins tonite, it will not get any better, all they do is see who can tell the biggest lie!

It wasnt about color or race, although is a very very important of american history now, it was about change and it still is!. Congrats President Obama and family!

It is interesting to note that what the world thinks about the election is really been about Europe and the Middle East. Your neighbours to the north(Canada) are probably going to face a Protectionist President who will reopen the Nafta agreement and want to use our countrys natuural rescources. Our currency is worth less than yours but for some reason alot of our jobs have gone south . Hopefully that will not be the case but I am doubtful. I think it will be a bad thing for Canada.

Glad to see that stacking the polls, being in congress for a whopping 2 years (and only voting on topics once or twice), using "trendy lingo", downright lying, and getting Mtv to support him (via trendy lingo and downright lying) has blinded America...

I used to think we were an intelligent people, but it seems as if our critical thinking skills are on the decline. I was skeptical at first, but I am convinced that television, bad music, and MTV can stupify an entire nation.

Well, at least you got your "change" that you were wishing for...However, no one ever said it was going to be for the better.

I didn't really like either of the two, in fact, I support Ron Paul. However, if you would actually watch the debates and follow the coverage (instead of just believing what your friends/family/co workers told you), it would have been clear that Obama is NOT the man for the job.

To those of you that actually stayed current with the candidacy and didn't get it, well...You should be glad that the survival of the fitest is no longer an issue.

Let's hope Bush Don't do something Really Stupid while on his last leg with the new "G10 SUMMIT MEETINGS", that Obama won't be able to fix.

Next time, we should demand that any VP candidate have an IQ over 60!!!

Now Sarah Palin can get back to her day job... watching Russia. Keep an eye on it Sarah, we don't want Putin rearing his head.

baxter928..talk to the hand ... or the sore losers out there. We've been called names for months and now we're celebrating. Sorry your candidate didn't win but he shouldn't have call Obama a terrorist, a muslin, unamerican, etc, etc. Pay back is painful, right?

Sally – the women in this country want more than just someone from the same sex on the ticket. They want the right woman. Sarah Palin was a poor, poor choice on McCain's part. She's barely educated, a complete imbecile (as proven by her responses on numerous interviews) and creates more hatred and division in this country than good.

By describing Palin as qualified in your comment, you just discredited yourself on this blog.

REPLY MCCAIN/PALIN........MCCAIN MIGHT HAVE HAD A SLIGHT CHANCE TO WIN, IF HE HAD NOT OF SIT ON HIS HANDS AND WAITED FOR OBAMA TO "NOT" CHOOSE A WOMAN AS A RUNNING MATE........THINKING THAT HE WOULD GIVE HIM THE HILLARY VOTES. SORRY MCCAIN......WE ARE NOT THAT DUMB.

I agree withthe comment made by "Still hope for McCain", there is still a chance for John, Sarah, Karl and the Republican Trick Machine to steal this election. It ain't over till it's over. Thats why its very importatnt that all True Americans not the alleged "Real Americans" get out and see this thing through. Change is a bitter pill to swallow sometimes but its for the best the Republicans have proven in the last 12 year (4yrs as house and senate majority under Clinton) that they aren't in touch with the needs of the American people. This new change won't be easy and sometimes hard decisions will need to be made but if we are to emerge as the superior nation we were meant to be then we need to do it, no complaints.

God Bless America!

I don't care about republicans or democrats. Partisan politics *IS* the problem.

I continue to be amazed and awed by the American spirit. Hats off Americans – Obama or not, a lot to feel good about this election. But lets hope for the best when the rubber finally meets the road...

McCain conservative republican. Obama liberal democrat. Both conventional candidates. Funny that McCain has defended Obama about not being a terrorist, socialist, "arab" which in the context was whether he was muslim. There really is no reason to fear the other side. I just think Obama offers better solutions for America's economy and our shrinking GDP. 3 percent drop last quarter and it will be worse this quarter. I guess America agrees with me. I didn't think he was actually going to win though. GObama! Woot Woot, Colorado is ours and so is California. It's over. Florida as of right now is also going blue which would also seal the deal. God bless America.

The world is proud of America today! Way to go guys! You showed great insight and understanding not to look at hate politics which seek to divide, lies and backbitting...but to vote for the person who qualifies.
Enjoy yourselves and be proud.

Ahhh, the Republican hate machine in all its glory. Is there anything Rep's aren't bitter about?

This is a great Victory for the U.S. It shows that if you have a dream, it can come true...and you don't have to go to Disneyland.

I am so proud of the U.S. tonight...YES, WE DID IT!

P.S. I moved to Georgia years ago, and sorry that Georgia did not go Obama, BUT I VOTED FOR HIM...I got my Obama sign in my yard and Obama/Biden bumper stickers on my cars.

I will be smiling tomnorrow....hahahhahahah

"Why yes, Id love to pay for you to live" Way to go america.. you really messed up this time...

I hope everyone loves taxes on their hard earned income, to go to lazy people on welfare.

I know i sure do.

Great comments kids! I am so encouraged by the intelligence of the remarks here and of the patriotism. Is the target of this "news agency" the naïve and immature? If so, they have succeded.

Forgive me if I compare Mariah Carey to Barack Obama but today is a historic day. The first "black" (we are all colour blind), again, the first "brown" president of the United States is about to be voted into office in the same year that Mariah Carey has overtaken/ tied with Elvis Presley for the most US Billboard #1s: 18 and counting and she is only 38!! She also is a bi(tri)racial human being with incredible talent. Finally people start to respect her as a legendary singer, songwriter and producer.
So let us respect Obama for making the unthinkable, the impossible, POSSIBLE! Listen to Mariah Carey's "Hero" or "Make It Happen" or "There's Got To Be A Way" and CELEBRATE!!

Sorry pal.

Tomorrow the race for 2012 begins.

thank you GT for pointing out the democrats faults in this whole dilema of our country. you democrats "drove the car in the ditch"
because a president is one voice your democratic congress is 50.
so who has really been driving the car since this whole thing started?

I hope you all remember these statements. The people in Russia and China thought the same way about "change" when they brought in Stalin and Mao Tse Tsung. More government is ALWAYS bad.

Yay for Socialism and the downfall of Democracy! Who said we wanted to be responsible for our own lives when we could have an elected president who is willing take the fall for everything through his promised change?! Awesome.

As an Obama supporter, I'd like to congratulate Senator McCain for having as solid a showing as I think a Republican could have shown at this time in our history. At times the campaign was messy, but I don't feel McCain personally went over the line. He's been a true American and deserves the respect from all sides tonight.

As for those who claim all the problems started when the Democrats won Congress... look all the way back to 2003, when we invaded Iraq. Who had the majority in both branches of government? The Economy has been building for a while, especially when we were cutting taxes at an alarming rate at the same time we were spending a record amount per month in Iraq. These problems have been a LONG time brewing, and tonight, we've been able to turn the page on a major problem in our history!!

FJC well stated!!!

To all those people that say countries that hate us are in favor of Obama because Obama's a terrorist, get a clue people. The reason those countries are in favor of Obama is because they now don't have to fear being invaded just because they don't think like we do. They know that we will have a President that makes important decisions based on intelligent analysis not hate. The election of Obama is going to profoundly affect the way the world views our country....from very negative to very good.

And I also believe that women in this country are smart enough NOT to vote for some women JUST because she is a women. She is not qualified, period. Certainly NOT Hillary! It will happen, just not this election.

I have been watching the election via on line in Perth Australia. Good on USA this is history in the making and happy to be alive to witness it!

Hope you're all prepared for a Democrat President and Congress. No checks and balances is a bad thing.

Now I get to blame everything in the world on democrats starting right now!!!

Ladies and gentleman "Here comes a change".

It is a sad day for the 4,000 children per day murdered by the money hungry pro abortion machine. May God have mercy on this country and these politicians.

Congratulations President Obama and Congratulations America! We can be so proud. We have not only elected the best person for the job, but the first African-American to the Presidency. We have come so far and I am more proud than ever to be an American! I live in the Chicago area and I cannot even describe the feeling of knowing that the next President is from here. I have friends who are downtown right now waiting to celebrate and they say that it is a euphoric atmosphere. Wish I was there!

It's about time for diversity and change! Not old school politics and old ways of doing things. Sorry McCain but you're too old for the new school. Love, peace and happiness! Let's change the world together people!

Obama the 1st black president 4rm Hawaii

THE TRUTH IS.....ALL WE DID TONIGHT WAS WEAKEN A COUNTRY.

From the French Caribbean :

Sint Marten/Saint Martin

Vive OBAMA !!

USA should be proud to show the rest of the World a Big Change

Congratulations Folks !!

Maybe Mc and wailing Palin will go moose hunting an disappear into some unknown forest and never be heard from again.
Bill

I voted today and felt very good about it. It was time for a CHANGE and i am glad to have been a part of history 2nite!

People on this forum are ridiculous. You all complained in 2004 because of the popular vote. Are you watching the popular vote in this election. Even when Obama wins, 48% of the country voted for McCain. BTW, watch out for EFCA, when your workplace suddenly becomes unionized and you didn't get to vote for it.

I'm not really surprised, with many areas having more registered voters than residents. Top that off with the black panthers blocking access. You all deserve what we are going to get. There will be no pullout of Iraq as promised, no tax breaks as promised. Tax increases for all.

I'm qutting my job so I can get some free money from all you idiots who voted for your boy the terrorist's best friend

I did not think I would live to see a black man President of the United States. This is indeed a turning point for this great Country and I am sure it will make a big difference for America and Americans as part of the world community. I am excited to being a witness to this transformation.

Mc Cain was a liar and irresponsible man from day 1. Joe Plumber /without licence / and Palin there are two no no for him. Go Obama Go

@Sally- Don't really care about who the first Black person or First Lady we are gonna have..

All that matters, is which person gonna make a change here in the U.S

I am crying......with Joy, my heart overfills. And yes, I trust that McCain is a decent and good man, However, "ITS TIME FOR A CHANGE". By far, it will not be easy for America to get back on track, however, if we all work together, we can overcome unfortunate barriers and the fear that lies in the chances of good Americans awaking in the middle of the night with the need of an emergency care and no insurance; The lost of so many homes of hard working people; The unforseen "pink slips" as a direct result of jobs being sent overseas, and the economy as a whole.

God Bless America. God Bless President Elect, Obama and God Bless You, the reader.

id pay to see palin take it all off

Never i my lifetime did I think I would witness so many people who pay no taxes and have no intelligent understanding of issues and policy control the decision on a significant chunk of my paycheck (considering that I am one of the 10% in this country that actually foot 80% of the total tax bill for the entire country).... Sad day for freedom, liberty and the grand old Flag.... Looks like January 21, 2009 will be the start of Socialism in America and the Founding Fathers will start to roll over in their graves....

Can we once – just once – allow the voters to win not just an election, but four years of opportunity to pull America together in all its needs – and not just put up the obstacles to positive directions (change) and not just start up the engines for positioning for 2010 and 2012.

Give U.S. a break – we deserve and need it.

Palin is a good reason for all kids to study hard and stay in school so they never think, act, or sound like Palin.

Not only has Obama picked up alot of the Latino, and African American vote, he has also picked up many disruntled republicans votes like myself that are tired of negative ads, mud slinging and political gimmicks (remember the Fed Gas tax holiday idea this summer)

Obama gave alot more substance to what he will do, unfortunately McCain leaned more on attacks rather than substance.

I find it funny the way that people who are supposed to be the liberal accepting part of this country are so willing to point fingers, name call and say things that are so absolutely untrue, unreasonable or do not even make sense. Reading on here the past couple of days has made me sick and proven what many analysts have said.... This election is not about who deserves what, it is completely about emotion. I am not saying Obama doesn't deserve to win, I am just saying he is winning because of emotion and not facts. Funny thing is that was an argument many liberals made against the Republican party in 04' and yet not one of them seems to care now... interesting how its easy to make a scene when it benefits your side. People in this country need to take a step back and look at things logically. That goes for both sides.

what da mean I could'nt be the president of the united states of america tell me somethin , aint it still we the people, right . if theres a new way I be the first in line , but it better work this time. PEACE SELLS BUT WHOS BUYIN?

Obama is a good man but we need to keep things in perspective while America is plodding through tough times right now. What we don't need is someone who promises to fulfill all our wishes and has uncle Sam try to fix everything- with our tax dollars- we need to keep our heads up and realize a new president isn't the answer to all or prayers, we as Americans need to start being more accountable as a whole.

Taking a look at the % of young voters that went blue and the 33-45 year range majority went red, I would say that the youngest generations of voters have seen enough and are fed up. They are demanding change. After all, they will have to deal with what becomes of this country in the future longer than us old brats who are afraid to change. I am in the older crowd, I'd straight up Blue and already Love Barack and Michelle! I am so excited to see what a change you can make in this country!

The race isn't over yet. But, isn't anyone else but me bothered by the fact that "senior aides", people in top level positions, etc., just are not able to keep their mouths shut and their opinions to themselves? I have noticed this a lot lately, there is too much leaking of information. Why is it that informants just want to blab all the time? Why not wait until all the information is in and someone in a real position of power can make the final decision? There are so many "anonymous" bites of information out there one wonders what is really true and what isn't. That goes for ongoing political campaigns, homicide investigations, accidents, etc.

To the Canadian fool who said he is afraid of Obama. To the fool who said that a lot of Canadians are afraid of him. Point them out! I know none of them! Get back to your oilwell you redneck and let the rest of Canada share in the joy of welcoming America back to the world!

The Mac is back...don't pay attention to the polls...we've got them right where we want them...LMAO!

Yeah, the Mac is back...back in Arizona, that is!!!!

Well done America, you got it right this time! As a kiwi and father to be I have been watching with baited breath. The future looks a whole lot brighter.

How can this be a landslide when the popular vote is so close? It seems clear that most Obama supporters need to go back to school and take remedial mathematics.

What a historic, and important evening, not only for our Nation, but for the entire world! Perhaps now we can finally rebuild our standing in the world community. Perhaps we can be invited to the table again, perhaps we will listen instead of demanding.

....To hope, to the future, to the decade of Obama!!!!

What a Merry Christmas this shall be. Joy to the World indeed~

I hope Obama takes this election but...

1. IT ISN'T OVER
2. We still need to work together to be a great nation. As all you probably can see in your work place, the best decisions are made when people who think differently come together to make something work. We need to work TOGETHER as Americans!!!!
3. Be gracious in victory fellow Dems. No reason to regress to petty insults. Again, we're still Americans and need to work together to put us on top of the world stage again.

LET'S GO OBAMA!!!!!

I am working in a secondary school in Australia and lots of students are very excited about the unfolding results we see. Go Obama!!

this was all about race....and lets face it all you dems want a handout... this was your revenge... and cnn and the other networks were needed to get it done.... well your going to get it... now america has found a way to vote itself money... in the name of progress... whatever.... obama the great messiah.... see you all in the food stamp line next year... or possibly at the government run clinic...
signed
thomas jefferson

Wanda,

Hatred of Governor Palin has nothing to do with hatred of women. Hatred of Governor Palin has to do with the fact that she's stuck in the dark ages and has a brain the size of a walnut.

Okay, as many Obama supporters celebrate their presumed victory tonight, let's consider something. Based on how Americans usually react to economic hardship, a 72-year-old Republican presidential candidate should have lost by 25-30 basis points. The fact that McCain came as close as he did in many states suggests that there is a much larger, stronger anti-Obama sentiments throughout the country that his supporters are willing to admit. Now the Democrats own the White House, U.S. House of Representatives, and the Senate. Who are they going to blame if the economy gets even worse in the next two years as most economists predict it will?

Hey Democrats be careful what you wish for – you have had control of the senate and the house for the past 2 yrs and you have more control now – this happened once before when Clinton was president and the next election the Republicans took both over – face it the politicians do not give jobs to people they do make the economy work better – the AMERICAN people do this – at least the ones that work – and I have been to other countries UK -france- Germany and they kill the work ethic when you give people more money to stay at home verses work or to get a raise because if they get this or that raise they lose this or that benefit from the government then you Kill what is great about this Country. AS Far as Iraq and Afganistan goes go ahead pullout see what that will get us more deaths there and here in our own back yard or as one of Mr. Obama's friend's say "our Chickens will come home to roust." God help this Nation.

Way to go President Elect Obama!! I am really proud of my country right now for the FIRST time in eight years!! A president that can pronounce words!! and not look like he is in pain when he is speaking!! WAY TO GO AMERICA!!!
Let the work begin!! I am ready!!!

It's going to take everyone here – Republicans, Democrats, Right Wingers, Liberals, and all the other characters that make up America, to come together and resolve the issues that face this nation.

Ok, to all the Obama idealists out here, you've been full of talk this year, lets see what your man can actually do. If I was betting today, I'd say you'll all be an unhappy lot four years from now. You've just elected a man with a highly suspect background and ties who has absolutely no executive leadership experience. That's what you say our country needs? Our country is in even bigger trouble than you could ever imagine. You've got the executive and legislative branches wrapped up, so no more excuses that the republicans screwed it up when all your socialist dreams fail. It's gonna be fun poking holes in all of your hare-brained ideas over the next four years!

Finally this Country has more thoughtful than thoughtless. More realist than racist. More hopeful than hopeless. It's a great day for America and a great day for intelligent Americans!

Unfortunately, this is the end of a great nation.

You have been promised change. And change you will get.

Hopefully, our forefathers will forgive us for being so blind as a nation. Our children will now bear the burden of ignorance and the self-centered actions of the few in this awful age of personal entitlement.

The toughest time lies ahead, as we, the people have had the bandaid of racism ripped-off, the spectre of gov't control unleashed, and the sand poured into the gears of capitalism that has made America great. Sleep well Obama supporters, you have opened Pandora's Box.

Its looking great for Obama, for which I'm pleased. Go Barack Star...

But, if it had gone the other way, there can be no doubt we would still have been in better hands than we are currently.

Either way, its probably going to be really difficult for McCain to accept this apparent defeat. He has done nothing but serve his country in one capacity or another all of his adult life. To have his country turn its back on him is going to be a brutal blow. It saddens me to see so many people disrespecting McCain. He is a great man, just not one that this country has chosen to follow for the next four year.

I hate to rain on the parade, but why are we celebrating the beginning of American socialism?

I'm despondent, frankly, that someone of McCain's stature ended up being dragged down by a vicious little louse like Bush.
I can only pray that America hasn't over-reacted, and put yet another disaster into the White House as a result.
As for the GOP, hopefully this will finally provide the impetus for it to purge itself of the neo-cons (neo-imperialists, really), Bible-thumpers, and other lunatics that have so hijacked the party over the past decade.
One can hope, anyway.

You will find that the country has made a big mistake.

Obama will be another Jimmy Carter...a nightmare for this country.

McCain should have won, but he can only blame Bush for his defeat.

Congratulation Mr President Barack Obama and God Bless you

Change is coming! Get ready America for a major overhaul in our Constitution. We got what we asked for. Do you think Obama will change the name of the country from United States of America to the Union of Socialist States of America? I can’t get wait for my handout! Yea!

obama for mankind! congrats obama on the win, much love from Canada!!!

Never before have I been so disgusted to be an American citizen as I am looking at the election results so far.

It's hard to believe such an unintelligent group of people are given so much power with voting, as to elect a crack smoking muslim into our highest office.

Such a shame. What was once a proud nation has gone severely downhill since the Clinton administration ended, and now it's hitting rock bottom.

Let's pull together folks and work hard to deal with the challenges we face. Might be good idea to try to have a good time while we work at it.

I love my country but i have been fed up been fed up with fear inducing tactics of the last eight years. I propose we gather up the strength inside of us and harness the energy, idealism and hope of our young people and work to put an end to the ignorance and bigotry and fear that has been stirred up the last few months.

We are all humans in all of our flawed glory, lets do our best, clean up our government some, and have a good time reminding the world that we can be respectable, hard working, prosperous, smart , freedom and fun loving Americans.

I just can't believe how ignorant the people of my beloved country are!!!! Obama is a fake that you all have fallen victim to!!! It's too bad that a simple "I told ya so" won't be able to fix this atrocity!!!!

It tickles me to see all of the comments about how 'real Americans' are going to win tonight...

Real Americans are not baby killing, socialists who want to surrender in wartime and take money from someone just to give to another...

Lets pray that a Real American HERO wins tonight!

The only thing that I hope comes out of Obama's first four years is a significant decrease in our blue-red division. Read what's being written about our next president and imagine what would be being written if the tables were turned and McCain were trouncing Obama... admit it, many of those gloating would be lamenting over the fare of of USA.

Maybe, just maybe, in four years and blue states will turn purple and we'll no longer see such a sharp divide between sides but can unite as Americans have done in prior times of struggle.

MY MOTHER AND FATHER WHO LIVED THROUGH JIM CROW MISSISSIPPI, WERE BLESSED TO LIVE TO SEE AN AFRICAN AMERICAN PRESIDENT. ENOUGH SAID.....NOTHING MORE TO ADD TO THAT OTHER THAN GOOOOOOOBAMA!!!!!!

Obama all the way from the primaries

Obama now has his chance. I will give him a fair chance to prove his salt. Yet, I hope his supporters realize that the transfer of wealth does not create wealth. Your policies could bring America to its knees.

There is one reason and one reason only why the Democrats won: Bush.

I am happy that now we can say to all those black americans that want to be the same but different and blame their entire racial problems of fatherless children, unemployment, drug use and crime rates on white america . . .you were wrong . . it is your own cultural fault and you will not admit it . . whites voted in obama . . . so drop the excuses and get to working on your racial community . .

Its about time...Thumbs up Obama.....America is back on the face of this earth. Lets clean up the white house. Scrape all the lies out. Make new friends all arond the world and get rid of the right winged headaches and ideologies.....lets hope we can get OBama on a Dollar note!!!!

Way to go ma brother..... all of us from Kenya wish u well.

YES! Congratulations President elect Obama. Thank you to all Hillary supporters! Maybe McCain will see that Palin wasn't ever going to get Hillary supporters. Different women. Hillary is intelligent. Can McCain and Palin see how tired America was of their smear campaign? Obama shared what he could do for America, but all McCain ever talked about was what Obama was going to do. Congrats again!

yay for obama. go home mccain and palin you never had it.

Wonderful results
David

Please no more of this 'tax and spend' democrat bashing. THe true facts are that the last President to have a balanced budget was Clinton. The president with a balanced budget before Clinton, was Jimmy Carter. Republicans are 'spend and don't tax' – what an example this leadership sends to our citizens – spend money you don't have.....

DP. Many would say we are in this situation because of the vote from 4 & 8 yrs ago. So are you saying that we deserve this recession?

McCain better not quit! I have no use for that child killer.

Nah.. McCain is not the best man for this country..

Seeing the fact that most Republicans caring more about the rich than the middle/poor families..

Also within these last 8 years.. I haven't seen no Republican bring this economy to ground like Bush did..

Well...... I have to say this has been a very eventful election, but I am glad that the better man is winning!!!!!!!!! GO PRESIDENT ELECT OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bye Bye Palin and McCain...helloooooo OOOObama, the NEW President of the United States of America. Yipeeeeeeee

I will sleep well tonight, thank you America.

Maverick?? What's that? I think I drove one in my teens. GO OBAMA!!!

Sorry McCain, you will never be as great as your grandfather or father.

Congratulations Barack Obama!!!!!

Martin and Mike you two are ignorant idiots. And I mean that in a respectfull manner .....:-)

Different face – same monster.
Obama is no less a fascist puppet than McCain.
Enjoy what liberties you have while you can.

GOD is GREAT. He WILL bless this country!!! He is blessing it now. Tonight!!!!

Congratulations to Obama. As a foreigner, I must say that the people of the US have once again impressed me by showing me that they have the courage and belief to elect an African American as President. What a fantastic achievement! I also respect John McCain's honourable approach to politics unfortunately his choice of VP was not his best idea.

All of the Americans who voted for Obama will be working hard to restore this country's respect around the world – the respect we lost during the last 8 years. I'm betting our economy will be much, much better in 4 years and we'll vote the Dems in again.

I find it interesting what kind comments are being posted by you democrats...

MCCAIN PALIN ALL THE WAY!!!!!!!

What KINDa wOMan goes HUNtiNG...
That was The First GIVeaWay right TherE.. WOw.. I doNt haTe McCain he was just in the way thats all.. Like The Lakers were in the CeltiCs way last season.. BYe bYe Repibluican racists..

OH, you mean the one who was born in Panama?

I do not wish Senator Mccain who is one of our heroes any ill harm, but I do have to admit that I am really thrilled to see Obama win this election. I would like to tell everyone that from this day forward, dirty negative politics will always lose. The American people want a positive leader with ideas and visions and itelligence, someone who can guide and lead our country. That's why we voted for that one!

It's just like the socialist lefties to start with obnoxious comments. But what could we expect from those who lack the capacity for independent and/or rational thought? Are we in third grade here? Well, I can at least offer respectful congratulations to the winner, although I don't have much hope for the country anymore. I would have hoped at least 51% of our countrymen would have been able to see through Obama. And yes, this is a historic night. It's marked the beginning of the end.

It's a sad day for the children who could have lived through their mother's choice. How many more have to die before the veil of ignorance is lifted?

Congratulations to Obama. As a foreigner, I must say that the people of the US have once again impressed me by showing me that they have the courage and belief to elect an African American as President. What a fantastic achievement! I also respect John McCain's honourable approach to politics unfortunately his choice of VP was not his best idea.

YES, WE DID!

Looking at the results so far, three things make me jump for joy:

1) Obama is predicted to win by a landslide.
2) No more Sarah Palin. Seriously – thank god.
3) Even in my home state of Texas that as a whole remains woefully red, I'm proud to see Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio come through solid blue for Obama.

Obama's victory is a turning point in America's history. We can now truly claim the country to be a true "melting pot" of the world because the majority of people see all people (races) as one! I am so happy to be alive to see this.

The steady hand, better run campaign ,honourable campain etc etc

Great, now my tax bill will increase by approx. $120K/yr with Obama and his redistribution/socialist agenda. It took me 45 years to get to this income level ($600K +) and this is my reward, over $100K additional taxes. I know you 99% do not give a s__t but this country was not built on taxing the rich, it was built on the possibilities and realities of people trying to become rich. Hence the huge immigrant population. They are coming for wealth accumulation, not our weather.
I expect no sympathy for my 15 years of 90 hr work weeks to get my my income leveling here but magine having your tax bill go up $100K + people. Enjoy your refund!!!!, no need to thank me.

My faith in this wonderful country is restored... I'll be partying with all the Obama supporters well into this evening and for the next four years. Maybe the GOP will nominate Palin for the next election against President Obama in four years... Second time is a charm right? Go Obama!

What a very sad day for America – Obama can thank the media and the Bush haters for his win. I just hope America will be able to bounce back from 4 years of socialism, Marxism and distribution of wealth.

I missed my connection in Chicago this afternoon and got home after the polls closed. I feel awful.

This is a historic moment for our nation. The American people have done the right thing in electing Obama. Yay USA! I'm proud to be an American! Obama is "the One" who will lead our nation in change. Our international status will be restored and we will be seen as "the good guys" once again. But Bush's failure has left Obama with a real mess to clean up. He has quite a job in front of him. It's a good thing he's young.

thank god. McCain is alright but Palin is possibly dumber than bush. we dont need to dig our economy into a deeper hole

If (rather when) Obama wins, I sure hope he doesn't act like his supporters (the people behind these posted comments).

Socialism wins the night.

Given that the people who will earn over $200,000 will get the tax increase, and they are voting for Obama by a margin of 55-45 percent, I don't see why anyone else who doesn't earn that kind of money is worrying about tax increases.... you're going to have a tax cut, so relax and enjoy the Obama victory!

do you really think if he goes for his "change" he will be in office for 4 years?

Get ready for your taxes to go up, the crime rate to go up, cost of living to go up and your property values to plummet. Be prepared for the worst 4 years in the history of the United States..Oh and when Al Qaida detonates a nuclear weapon in your favorite US city be sure to have Barack Obama's number handy to call and complain since after all he plans on saving the world in one fell swoop....Too bad he's clueless, and a Marxist, and financed by terrorists...I am so sad how ignorant the People of the US are...

Well about 50 percent of America seems to like the smear ads....If Obama kept his word on financing, he wouldn't be here today. LIAR! Oh wait, he's a politician. Fasten your seatbelts.

to Gerri

WHo are you kidding.
You need to include Pelosi, Dodd, Frank, they are the ones who ran us all into this big mess!!!! your a moron if you think it is was only republicans who did...... wake up!

I hate to inform you all, but ever since we voted in a democratic congress all the trouble occured and that is why the approval rating is so low!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! but congrats again on making a very BIG mistake!!!

I have supported Barack Obama since the primaries.. I am proud to call him my President !!

Now McCain can call Obama something else: PRESIDENT! Yahooooo!

Our next president is OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YIPPIE!!!!!!!!! YES WE DID!!!

I hope Palin does a spread in Playboy!

To all the people who are a "sore" winner, please stop it. I don't think that ANYONE commenting has the right to put down Senator John McCain. I voted for Mr Obama but I see no sense in being such a sore winner. Isnt this what Mr Obama campaigned against – the divisive tactics that we have seen the last eight years.
And to those people that are putting down Hillary and smirky comments, once again, Mrs Clinton has done nothing but serve her country for over 20 years in public service. What have you done for your country, except sit online and blog about these people?

Why dont you really embrace your candidate's ideals and stop the divisive attitude? Probably cannot do it, is my bet!

Cogratulations to President and Mrs. Barack Obama, Malia and Sasha. The world cried with you yesterday and the world rejoices with you today. We are so proud of you and now children everywhere will say if THAT ONE can do it, the so CAN I.

I am happy that now we can say to all those black americans that want to be the same but different and blame their entire racial problems of fatherless children, unemployment, drug use and crime rates on white america . . .you were wrong . . it is your own cultural fault and you will not admit it . . whites voted in obama . . . so drop the excuses and get to working on your racial community . . .

If you voted for Bush twice you need to do the honorable thing and sit this election out. You've driven the car into a ditch, now hand over the car keys buddy and let someone else drive.

I bet McCain is going to take the whole bottle of Viagra® and take it out on the wife.

"There is no political solution
to our troubled evolution.
Don't believe in constitution;
there is no bloody revolution.
We are spirits in a material world...."
The Police, Sting

all of these mccain supports getting on here saying that dems are sore winners, well its just nice to see a election without karl rove and his cheating, dems actually win. i can't believe after 8 years of this, people still hold on to this notion that bush and republicans are going to help.

Got to love those ungracious in victory facist Dem comments heaping insults upon McCain (an American hero that has served his country in war and peace for decades) and Palin. Ungracious in victory and no doubt would have been even more ungracious if they had lost.

Goodbye Bush, Hello Obama

Well you got what you wanted.... I truly hope
America doesn't get what it deserves as a result.

Thank you for all you coverage throughout the election. I am happy to see it almost over. I feel the american people showed that we can use our brains if needed. Sometimes I felt that it was not expected from us. I hope the democracy this country prides itself with prevails from this moment on.

I hope the projections are correct. America needs a change and our pockets can't afford any more republican screw ups.

To all the partys out their.. I'm sorry , but this race was over a long time ago. I think everyone is really ready for a Change and has been for some time now and the polls show that!

McCain will still be making history anyway losing to a Black man. He will deifinately go down in history with that record and not his heroic act. He should have give up ever since. America knows the time is now and the change is here.
Obama all the way...Today History is writen again...

Look at all the hatred of Governor Palin. America, and in particular liberals, have really got to deal with their hatred of women.

gobama! obama and biden will shape our country and mend it so that all will be well.

real american, yeah right....

sad granpa

What is wrong with people???
Our country could not fight ourselve out of a paperbag if Obama gets in the house! Wake up!
Has he ever lead anything?

hooray for socialism. good bye second amendment!

CaLIfOrNia ALwaYs gets iT right.. HellO..

How awesome to be a part of this historic moment. I wish I could be in Grant Park to celebrate this new day. Barack Obama is a gifted man who will lead us to a better place. He has conducted himself with dignity, grace, intelligence and strength and is a leader for all Americans.

God Bless America!

we'll see how happy you all are in a year of Obama's presidency...

I'm good with Biden as Prez, actually. Judy, you've got to admit he'll be a lot less toxic than Palin...or Bush...or Cheney...or pick-someone-random-from-the-GOP-machine?

World got to make a change. Guess what..... It starts here tonight in the good old United states Of America. Tonight we make history for a better future foreign and domestic.

We fought the good fight here in Ohio.And we won.

Thank God

Hey, Obama supporters are handling winning with as more grace as Bush supporters did in 2000. Face it. We, as a nation, are all a bunch of gloaters and sore losers.

Wow.....you people really are clueless. If Obama wins I will be praying everyday for this country. I am really really disappointed so far in this country tonight. Too bad a corrupt national press can influence so strongly. Good Luck to us all.

They're also not letting people at McCain so called party watch the RESULTS!!! I guess they haven't realized IT"S REALLY HAPPENING!!!!! Get Xcited!!!

I hope you all remember these statements. The people in Russia and China thought the same way about "change" when they brought in Stalin and Mao Tse Tsung. More government is ALWAYS bad.

I hope you all are happy...in debt $700 billion dollars and Obama wants to give out even more to people who are too lazy to get jobs...well, where's he going to get that money? Increased Taxes, which he said he was going to cut; impossible when the economy is in this position...Oh, and from an increased war in Iraq. So, if not enough people enlist in the army, me and my fellow males between 18-35 get to be drafted into the war...I hope you kiss your boyfriends goodbye. Not to mention how Obama wants to increase government power and spending, giving us less freedom and less money, respectively. Yeah, you Obamabots did your research alright (/sarcasm). Oh, and thanks MTV for brainwashing America's youth and stupifying an entire generation...Let the revolution begin.

you all are so deceived, just wait

Yay! Obama '08!

Now let's see if Palin remembers to "return" all those clothes.

you are sheep being led to the slaughter....I weep for our country ....ACORN and not even 1 term as Senator does not a worthy leader make.

Still hope for McCain: At least you still have your sense of humor.

U Can Thank The PeePs Of CaLI foR every ElectIon giviNg all Our PoINTs To The demOcraTs aNd The New leader OBaMa... CalifornIa leaDs THe way..

Glad to see that this country is willing to try a breath of fresh air, I think we can all use that and besides, I hate that girl!!

Both men are good humans and I respect them both. Let's turn this country around already!

taxes and more taxes...I hope your happy...when everything goes up in price to cover the taxes and new spending..that is what you wanted..good luck

We are all screwed. Thank you to all you spineless so called americans. Hope you like what you had

when McCain served his country, Obama was in diapers. Now Obama is gonna serve his country and McCain is in diapers!!
Hahaha haha hahaha

Anyone who voted for the Democratic Party needs to take a long look at what Obama will take away from you

And 'no path to victory' for America either. We had a choice between a flaming socialist and and flaming warmonger–both disasters for the country.

I can only conclude that Americans are, on the whole, either idiots or losers or both.

They should play Beck-"I'm a Loser" when McCain comes out!!!

Perhaps now the US will get the rest of the world's respect. Bush and the Republicans really stuffed it up

Don't ask for whom the bell tolls.....those are the bells of freedom....let us celebrate a new era in American politics !!!!!

What a great day for the WORLD !!!!!!!

God blessed America today !!

Viva Obama !!!!!!!!!!

this was a foregone conclusion. The sad reality is that an obama presidency wont change the entrenched partisanship, because it has effectively continued our nation's trend of forcibly shoving us all away from a politically moderate center. The left continues to nominate hardcore liberals, and the right will continue to nominate hardcore conservatives.
Everybody loses when we let the politicians drag us kicking and screaming away from the political center.

It's impressive that so many people remembered to do it in the right order. Vote for Obama THEN open your palm and wait for the government handouts.

Regardless of who wins, why are people in this forum so mean to each other? Maybe people should be tested and have a certain IQ level before they can vote or post in forums?

He won't concede this early obviously he has to show his supporters that he is standing and that they have contributed to something.

There is no need to bash him for any reason what so ever, Obama has won the election and it was a fair one, win it with dignity you liberal scumbags.

Maybe Sarah Palin isn't so bad...

After all, if all republicans could see Russia from their house, they'd know what a REAL commie looks like!

okay for you who call mccain a liar, look at obamas past as well.
age shouldn't be a concern considering all of obamas family god rest their souls have died at an early age. as for change....
we shall see where change will take us probably down a different gutter.
honestly i dont see how he can run a country that he's never risked his life for.
also, his friends are convicted terrorists.... did we forget about 9/11 people and what we were told. " we will take you from the inside"
and now this practicing muslim of 20 years who switched religions because of what was going on and what he wanted to do, who doesnt stand for the national anthem who refused to wear an american pin is going to be our president. congratulations america you never cease to amaze me.

I can only hope that the next 4-8 years are not as rancorous and hateful as the past 8. No matter your party we should all be respectful of our president.

I'm a conservative but I will give President Obama an opportunity to govern the United States the way he, and now the majority of the electorate, has decided would be best. Be critical. Be skeptical. Encourage healthy debate, but be respectful of our president. Ultimately we should ALL want him (or her) to be successful along with our country.

YOU GO BARACK!!!!!! NOW WE HAVE A PURPLE AMERICA!!!!!

McCain will still be making history anyway losing to a Black man. He will deifinately go down in history with that record and not his heroic act. He shuld hav giv up even since. America know the time is now and the change is here.
Obama all the way

Obama is so vague in his policies that Americans will regret voting for him. Frankly, Obama is all talk, no action. His calm disguise have overshadow the American citizen, but hopefully Obama can find a clear path to change America under his presidency. Vote McCain!!!

There are RepubliCANTS and ObamaCANS. YES WE CAN!

let's rewrite American history together! Yong black Americans should have a new look to their future, stand up! work hard to get the respect they deserve!

it is not a landslide...for Obama ..... it is no win for America ...we are still 50/50 American/UnAmerican left right middle normal abnormal people

Wow, I have a feeling Obama wono tonight, which of course means our country will have a socialist/communist as a leader. And to think we FOUGHT against the commies all those years ago and now the liberal/leftest/left win/ democrates want to change into that. You know Castro, Mao, Stalin, Lenin, and Marx all used the "change" thing too and look where that got them. This is the stepping stone of our country losing democracy and capitalism. And there is nothing anyone can do about it sadly because the Democrates have the House, Senate, and White House. Our only hope is with the Supreme Court.

no really. i thought mccain was going to win. aw shucks.

there are issues more important than just taxes... try health care, education, international relations, job security.........

I am so glad that its looking like Palin is done. TY GOD.

Earlier commenter" No more lies".... man that is rich considering Obama has already lied about campaign financing. We step into the new era of Idiocracy... Get back with me in two years after you've awaken from the visions of sugarplums dancing in your head and you'll understand. You folks are a little slow and easily distracted by glittering objects. .

McCain is the best man for the job. Unfortunately, America is swept up with the "Change" crap. The only change we are going to see is this country being run further into the ground.

Obama's worst nightmare will begin in January when he actually has lead. At that time his "all things to all people" will disintegrate and his popularity will drop exponentially.

Obama won.. GAME OVER...

GG... try again later..

Congrats Mr. Obama, lets get this country moving in the right direction!!!! Turn blue Indiana, turn blue!!!

C'mon McCain! the nights not over yet!

Mavericks, fool me once, shame on me; fool me twice, shame on me. Hillary was right.

ughhh! Tonight i cry , tomorrow we Conservatives regroup for another day and another fight. Next time we win.

Thank you, Ohio!

LMAO!!!!!! OMG I almost felt bad for McShame lol for a spilt second... I want all the votes to come in so that we can see exactly how bad Obama beat McCain lol God is good! All the time!!!

Think about how badly things were set up for a McCain win: the economy tanked in the month before the election; the Republican campaign picked a VP running mate that turned into a liability; the country's voting populace is shifting to a younger mean age; the focus was never able to shift to the war or national security; etc.

Now think about how close the election actually is. The fact that Obama won is not the real story here. The real story is that he didn't win by a MUCH wider margin, given the number of factors that broke the Democrats' way.

In the interest of full disclosure, I'm Libertarian and never have a real "dog in the race" for the White House.

Now that it looks like Obama will win can we finally declare racism is defeated and get rid of affirmative action? After all if an African american can defeat a Vietnam war hero I think we can pretty much conclude that racism doesn't exist in this country.

Obama Party in Ft. Worth, Tx : Main Event On Bryant Irving rd.

IF YOU CAN GET HERE GET HERE, ITS PACKED!

mccain just wantd the power.
WE GONNA PARTY TONGIHT

I think what we really need to focus on as a nation is not being at each others throats about who said what during the campaign but unite together under the elected president and support them as a nation. We have seen over the past 8 years what being a divided nation can do. What ever happened to the JFK type era where the President was someone who everyone deeply loved and respected? I'd like to see that again, because only then will we triumph. I think the divided we fall campaign speaks to that.

I hope that all of you OBAMA lovers are happy when he runs this great country into the ground and we Mccain lovers can say we told you so...

Congratulations on winning this election with ACORN and mystery money from GOD only knows who!!!!!!

God help us.

MY PRESIDENT IS BLACK!!!!!!!!!! [OBAMA]

Oh well.

Maybe socialism won't be so bad...I may quit my job in January, and prepare for the fatcats to pay my way...

thank you all for voting sen. obama for president... you have soldout america...

It isn't over until its over! There's still time left and polls that haven't closed. There's still a chance the REAL AMERICAN will become President!!

Nothing wrong with a little exuberance after months of being called socialists, communists, terroists and not 'real' Americans. So happy that the real America is triumphant tonight!

seems like the lights were off for those who voted for obama.

OBAMA'S VICTORY CAME A BIT LATE FOR 4000 SOLDIERS WHO DIED FOR NOTHING IN IRAQ AL LEAST WELL SAVE OTHERS

CONGRATULATIONS PRESIDENT ELECT OBAMA !

my gosh was KARL ROVE actually right??

Zeppo,

Republicans set the standard for disgraceful victory behavior. Get over it. You lost. The politics of lies, arrogance and fear-baiting are taking a break. Tough break GOP.

You can call McCain a good man, if you want to over look his bigotry, sexism and violent nature. Those in the Senate have seen his bullyism and the country does not need someone who acts off the cuff, especially in these tenuous times.

I can only hope that the next 4-8 years are not as rancorous and hateful as the past 8. No matter your party we should all be respectful of our president.

I'm a conservative but I will give President Obama an opportunity to govern the United States the way he, and now the majority of the electorate, has decided would be best. Be critical. Be skeptical. Encourage healthy debate, but be respectful of our president. Ultimately we should ALL want him (or her) to be successful along with our country.

Too bad, alot of Canadians are scared of barack obama. He said he would unilaterally renegotiate NAFTA...not with us he won't.

now palin can see whole day russia from her backyard.a poor choice and poor side of john mccain.

HAHA! obama gogt this one baybee!!!
good buy McCAINT and FALLIN!

oh you are going to but it's not gonna be the one you think, your new prez cares nothing for you, only your vote.

November 4th, 2008 10:24 pm ET

Go moose hunting!!!
Anee, Go cameltoe hunting!!!!!

I'm proud to be an American! I'm not proud of being in a country where fellow countrymen and women (oh, I'm sorry, was I suppose to say 'people'?) allow themselves to be soothed by smooth rhetoric.

Do you really hate George Bush that much you are willing to believe half truths and lies to not re-elect him...or did you forget he wasn't running!

What happened to informed decisions? Maybe McCain wouldn't be my first choice, but when a presidential candidate won't quell suspicions and just produce a birth certificate OR when he is endorsed by the leaders of countries who HATE us, there really isn't much of a decision.

At any rate, if BO wins, I can finally join the ranks of those who sport a "I didn't vote for him" bumper sticker on my car!

Wake up America and start appreciating what we have, or should I say, had???

Now will the LA Times release the damaging Obama/Khalidi type now that they, and the rest of the media(you too CNN), have covered for Obama so he could be elected?

Appears that Obama will win despite Joe Biden, an even worse VP choice than Sarah Palin. Biden makes Dan Quayle look like a monumental statesman,and George Bush an FDR.

taxes, taxes, taxes-that is what you voted for and don't cry when you get it!!!

I am so happy that America saw Barack Obama for the intellgent worldy man that his is and went beyond color now maybe we will see a change in America's racial tide for the better!!!

Democrats – play nice! This is a historic day, and whoever wins the White House, we are all in this mess together. The hard work begins now.

Obama/Biden is the way to go. For once in 8 years, Americans are making the right choice. The world doesn't need more of the same. Thank you! - from Canada

Now that Senator Obama is blessed to be on his way to Washington D.C. McCain has the opportunity to admit defeat in the race and accept a place in Washington...aiding President Obama.

Not very smart to think McCain should concede before the polls close.

go back to Africa and stay there.....

It's about time!!!!! Way to go Obama!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Perfect storm?! P-l-e-a-s-e . . . Why won't the Republican pundits accept reality or responsibility? John McCain lost this contest fair and square.

As an independent, I began this election favoring McCain. Inexplicably, his campaign with regularity acted on what it thought was the the sentiment of their so-called "real America." In fact, they had no clue what was going on with r-e-a-l Americans. Seemingly in arrogance, the campaign made one ill-informed decision after another.

Perfect storm, baloney! Circumstances did not conspire against them - they shot themselves in the foot. Admit it.

Thank heaven we will not be subjected to 4 years of out-of-touch government.

hahahahahaha hahaha hahaha haha
Does this mean no mooseburgers?

I am ashamed of the Democratic party for their lying fraud of a candidate, but I think we can all be happy that Bush will be leaving office.

Obama voters be careful what you wish for!

Thank God. The abuses of the Bush Administration, the sleazy mudslinging of McCain, and the ridiculous claim that Palin was ready for anything national have all contributed to the fall of the Republican Party.

Either candidate is a giant step forward from President Bush(Who I liked personally for all his faults). I do believe Barrack will be great! I love the USA.

Zeppo, you fecal-brain, are you so self-absorbed to think that all the accomplishe people who have endorsed Obama, like Colin Powell, Paul Krugman, Warren Buffett, are "Obamabots".

Zeppo, you are the fool here. Go home and look in the mirror and figure out what your problem is.

Yup, hail the Messiah Obama. He's gonna win!

And yup, I voted for him. I was kinda hoping this would be more of a nailbiter thoguh

Zeppo, head on over to fox news and see how well the Republicans are handling losing. You won't find much in the way of grace there.

GO HOME SARAH PALIN. BE A MOTHER AND GET A REAL DEGREE AND NOT THAT MESS YOU HAVE PIECED TOGETHER.

I WOULD LIKE TO SAY I DON'T WISH YOU ILL. I WAS APPALLED AT THE HOUSE IN CALI. AND SOME OTHER THINGS THAT I WOULD NOT WISH ON ANYONE.

BUT YOU AT THIS TIME HAVE NO BUSINESS ON OUR NATIONAL STAGE OF POLITICS.

Woo Hoo! Obama wins!! When do I get my check and my free house and gas???

Let's hope we never hear from Palin ever again. What a mistake McCain made with her!!!!

Let's be real, with all the vicious, hateful, crap McCain and Palin were spitting out against Obama, did they REALLY think that the same sh!t would work that worked in 2004? How does it feel Mr. "Maverick" to have Obama right where you want him cause we LIKE where he is now! Palin, go back to Alaska with your chalkboard screeching voice and eat a cold mooseburger and reflect on what a stupid thing it was to accept McCain's offer as a VP with two armloads of children that needed you more. Yall best go to Obama and BEG for positions in his cabinet after tonite.

Sweet Baby Jesus!!!!

I can sleep again at last....

No surprise here.

Sleep is not on my list of things to do GO BARACK

It brings to mind those musicians in the final moments of The Titanic.. .

The United States of America is going to be something of the past. With Obama it will be the United Socialist States of America. I don't think you Obama supporters are going to get the "change" you were looking for. Now we will all have to pay the price.

Too bad. Mccain was such a better choice.

If Obama himself had made propaganda tapes AGAINST THIS COUNTRY, what would all you hypocrits be saying now?

McCain was and is a traitor. Deal with it.

Lets start fitting the current Republicans in office for Orange jumpsuits.

A sad day for America

Congrats On The Landslide Victory PRESIDENT OBAMA! . . . ITS TIME TO MOVE IN A NEW DIRECTION!

I am over joyed.

Ms Oakley,

Spoken like a TRUE AMERICAN!!!

McCain should concede and go about making his will, after all that rage I'm not sure his heart can hold out much longer.

Sarah Palin had absolutely no business being considered as V.P., she is too much of a pathological liar, and too corrupted by power.

America won the Presidency tonight, America avoided becoming a Police State being run by a psychotic theo-facist.

YOU DONT SAY!!!!

I AM STILL DISAPPOINTED BY THE SOUTHERN ROW. AND MY BIRTH STATE OF OKLAHOMA.

YOU ARE STILL HOLDING ON TO YOUR CONFEDERATE COVERED GUNS AND IGNORANCE. IT'S OLD AND DISPICABLE.

WITH THAT BEING SAID PRESIDENT OBAMA WE NEED AN OVERHAUL IN THE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT. PRONTO!!!!!!!!

Looks like someone underestimated "THAT ONE"

Now somebody has to tell McCain that it is not there for him, not in the bag at all. No need to clinge to the idea of a potential republican victory. It is done.

By the way, I am going to miss Bush when he's sent to the big house.

Nice to see the moonbats handle winning so well...

Its going to be Obama's party all over this country tonight!

What a great day....President Obama.

I've been telling people i work with for weeks that this was going to be a landslide. They didn't want to believe it but the odds for John were very long.

I hope we don't see the GOP placing all of the blame on him either. Yes he made mistakes but the Republican Party as a whole lost its way years ago. Its why I'm an Independent today.

Has anyone thought about how Joe Biden would be as president? If something happens to Obama (if he is elected and Biden takes over), then what?

BUH BYE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

No more Sarah Palin thank GOD!

McCain ignored Rosetta, Noorzai, ViaGlobal, Gren, Grange, and the rest and that cost him the election. Vox populi vox dei!

The republican party will have to have a big internal self-analysis of the last eight years and of this campaign.

I see Obamabots are handling winning with a lot of grace.

Concede, old demented man.

This country needs vitality and vigor and HONeSTY.

NO MORE LIES. NO MORE HATE. NO MORE NO MORE NO MORE

WAY TO GO OBAMA/BIDEN.................!!!!!!!!!!!! GO BACK TO ALASKA PALIN, AND STAY THERE!!!!!!!!!!!

Good Job Senator!

Mr President!!!! In Waiting!!!

Yea....lets hope Gov Palin Wakes up 2morrow morning as VP Elect in the MOON!!! in the 22nd Century!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!lol..lol...lol.....lol

After all the misleading ads, smears, fear tactics...McCain has Finally succumbed to defeat

this is a very important moment in american history. lets celebrate with barack obama and also applaud john mccain for helping us see different perspective of politics. Better future, Better America

I'll wake up my husband and we'll celebrate with champagne.

MY HUSBAND AND I DECIDED FOR WHOM WE'D VOTE LAST NIGHT. WHAT WE AGREED WAS THAT THIS COUNTRY HASN'T SEEN TWO SUCH WORTHY CANDIDATES IN MANY YEARS. WE ARE DEEPLY CONCERNED ABOUT WHERE WE ARE HEADED – FISCALLY, GLOBALLY, SOCIALLY – BUT ARE SO PROUD TONIGHT TO BE AMERICANS. BOTH MEN ARE QUALIFIED, HONORABLE, DECENT, AND DEDICATED. WE HOPE ALL OF THE COUNTRY FEELS AS WE DO TONIGHT: WE CAN ALL SUCCEED UNDER TRUE LEADERSHIP.

JANE & GLENN OAKLEY

HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA !

go figure, u lie ,, your gone,,,,,,,, mccainpalin, go home,,,,

No path, no direction, no clue!

A loss in this election does not change that Senator McCain is a good man, an excellent politician and patriotic American. Hopefully, Obama will realise the value of having this bipartisan man on his team.

Congratulations, President-Elect Obama! We're all very proud of you and America tonight!

Alaska??? What if!!

Finally, McCrypt and I agree on one point, we both have Obama "right where we want him"!!!

There are a some of words I hope to never hear again."surge", "maverick","pork", "PUMA", and any word ending in "ing" where the "G" is not pronounced!

And I will start a petition to ban the use of these two words in conjuntion, "my" and "friends"!

A personal request, to the Reptilian Paryt, please run what's her name again in 2012.

Pretty please!

Go moose hunting!!!

AMERICANS HAVE PROVED WE DON'T LIKE DIRTY CAMPAIGNING AND JOHN MCCAIN SHOULD HAVE STOPPED WHILE HE WAS AHEAD. BUT NO, JOHN MCCAIN USED POOR JUDGEMENT AND PICKED SARAH PALIN WHO CALLED OBAMA EVERY NAME IN THE BOOK BECAUSE HER LACK OF EDUCATION LEFT HER WITH NOTHING MORE. THESE TWO SO CALLED MAVERICKS CAN SLUG IT OUT TOGETHER, OBAMA AND OUR COUNTRY HAVE MORE IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO.

Uff . Let's hope Palin wakes as VP in the 22nd century

McCain should have seen that 3 weeks ago.

Congratulations Senator – I mean – President Elect Barack Obama!!

Concede now and save face McCain. Go out like a champ and pray for a seat in the Obama administration cabinet. Palin, just head back to Alaska and do us all a favor, stay there!

Thank you Hillary supporters ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA ! HA !

Duh!

McCain has totally lost this election.

Not a hard call, to be honest.