December 31, 2008
Posted: December 31st, 2008 08:15 AM ET
Barack Obama's campaign inspired a huge grassroots movement and broke fundraising records.
Barack Obama's campaign inspired a huge grassroots movement and broke fundraising records.

(CNN) - From an historic presidential election to a wealth of political scandals, 2008 has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Here's a look back at some of the top political stories of the year.

Obama-mania

From a junior senator from Illinois to the next president of the United States, Barack Obama broke down barriers and inspired an unprecedented grassroots movement in 2008.

He defeated one of the most powerful families in politics to get the Democratic nomination, and easily took down long-time Sen. John McCain in the general election.

Obama's campaign was marked by his eloquent speeches, passionate supporters and worldwide fanfare for the Democratic candidate.

The Democrat's ground team helped him smash fundraising records and sail into the White House, making him the first African American to win the presidency.

Palin power

Tim Pawlenty, Mitt Romney, Bobby Jindal, Joe Lieberman - they were considered the front-runners for the No. 2 spot on the Republican ticket. But, in one of the biggest surprises of the year, John McCain picked Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as his running mate.

The first-term governor went from obscurity to superstar fame overnight. She energized the Republican base and brought record crowds to McCain's campaign events.

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Irritated in FL is drinking too much kool-aid   December 31st, 2008 2:29 pm ET

This woman needs to take care of her kids, not parading them around in the media. What about her new grandson?

This is the same woman that said "God told me to run for Vice-President." No way in hell will i vote for someone who dares to utter that phrase. She needs to brush up on her world policy knowledge, environmental knowledge, and economic knowledge. She allows offshore drilling in Alaska, i wonder how the Polar Bears feel..Oh wait she probably shot them and mistakened them for a deer.

Now Go And Sin no MORE!!!   December 31st, 2008 1:29 pm ET

Pat December 31st, 2008 10:28 am ET
Obama-Mania – Support Blago until no longer politically convenient, support REV Wright until no longer politically convenient, support Grandmother until better to throw her under the Obama bus. Ayers, Phlegler, Daley etc. Either this is the most corrupt person ever fixing to be President or is so gullable the Putin's, Chavez's and Kim's of the world are fixing to walk over him like a door mat.
****To–Pat You, Rush ,Sean, and Palin are Idiots
show some RESPECT His Grandmother is no Longer here , Mr Obama loved his Grandmother ......Now Bush said he could look into Putin's eyes and see his Soul and Putin dished him cuz he could see he was an Idiot Speaking of Corrupt ..Bush .Rove, Libby and You ****

Sally   December 31st, 2008 1:02 pm ET

I still have nightmares thinking that Palin could have actually gotten into the White House.

Thankfully, the American People have spoken and voted against her.

Palin is almost as scarey as Hitler!

Once you vote black   December 31st, 2008 1:02 pm ET

You guys have been wrong about everything for the past 9 years. You did not think Obama could win, you voted for Bush twice, you thought Palin would change things for McCain. How on earth can you think anyone is listening when you predict that Obama will not do well. I'll tell you what. Use your best judgment, come up with a plan, and do the opposit. Its your only chance of survival.

AL+   December 31st, 2008 1:01 pm ET

To all the Obama haters: I can almost say for sure that if Obama came to your house and said " I will have dinner with you and sleep over for one night,but you would have to sacrifice your first born". You would look at your first born and say something like "sorry kid,but you gotta go. You know your starting to like Obama. I'm starting to see less and less haters on here,so that meens he's getting his messege across to everybody.You just got to love him. HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERY BLOGGERS!

tick...tock....   December 31st, 2008 12:52 pm ET

Think 2008 was rough – wait until 2009.

All you spacy liberals don't understand a economic hiccup, and you will turn it into a real mess. All the year we will be led by a half-wit who is only there because people thought his skin color was "purty". Is it really too much to ask for a president who doesn't stutter and can complete a full sentence. I cannot figure out how people see him as a good speaker. It must be low expectations...Happy New Year, now time to live will your ill advised choice.

dittohead with forty names   December 31st, 2008 12:45 pm ET

Its been a crazy year here on the ticker too.Its not bad enough that Richard Rohne uses so many names on these posts, but he also talks and applauds himself with other names both male and female.He makes me laugh.He truely does have multiple personality syndrome.I just wish he would seek the help he needs,And not from the guy he considers his savoir,Rush.

chuck   December 31st, 2008 12:37 pm ET

Ask Tim Pawlenty, Mitt Romney, Bobby Jindal, Joe Lieberman how they feel about Sarah Palin now? Or better yet how McCain slapped all of them in the face with his pick of Palin.

MK   December 31st, 2008 12:36 pm ET

How funny it is that the right believe that on January 20th President obama will unveil himself and we will have to walk in lock step with him to the mosque and pray to allah? Poor souls, poor lost souls. I wonder how many will take themselves out on that day and go to hell before they realize how wrong they are.

Willy Brown   December 31st, 2008 12:30 pm ET

Obama will be like a bad penny a week after he gets into office.

Pam   December 31st, 2008 12:29 pm ET

The only thing memorable about Sarah Palin was the fact that the majority of American voters were able to see through the expensive wardrobe, high heels and makeup to find there was nothing there!

malabar   December 31st, 2008 12:23 pm ET

out with the old- kennedys, bush family,
in with the new- palin and obama
i'll keep d clintons though
thanks for the drama blagojevich, the new administrarions connections are already providing much needed hilarity to
a sour puss nation of winners who still cry and losers that shine brighter every time obama says ABSOLUTELY NOTHING ABOUT ANYTHING... GREAT TRANSPARENCY, AT LEAST THE HYPOCRITE IN HIM DIDN'T WAIT TILL JAN 20

Maggie in NY   December 31st, 2008 12:08 pm ET

Janet NY – She left the little town of Wasilla with $22 million in debt, due to building the sports complex on land that the town didn't own! Thanks, but no thanks, you betcha! *wink*

Once you vote Black   December 31st, 2008 12:08 pm ET

I like his ability to tease complex issues apart until he finds the very best solution and then move forward. That he puts opposing thinkers in a room and strains the very best out of them for the good of the objective. And that he enjoys this process.

HF from PA   December 31st, 2008 12:03 pm ET

Janet-NY

Good LORD...did you get past the 2nd grade? If English is your 2nd language then my hat is off to you...if not, it certainly explains your love for Sara.

Once you vote black   December 31st, 2008 12:02 pm ET

Irritated in Fl, Pat, and Welcome to the ...
You guys brougth this on yourselves. You let a Black Muslim Non Citizen beat you at your own game. If your grip on the nation was that weak you deserve what you get. Stop crying and watch his dust. If there is anything left after 4 years you can have it. But if he does well then perhaps we are better off with the likes of Barack Husain Obama in control. Lord knows what the W people can do. We have seen it up close for the past 8 years. The war, Katrina, basic rights, the economy, environment ect. God Bless the Muslim form another land.

Moses   December 31st, 2008 11:59 am ET

I initially liked Palin, but the more that I learned about her, the less I liked. I'm an independent and would have considered McCain with a more responsible choice as his VP. I do think that Obama is an impressive individual and I'm looking forward to a president with integrity and intelligence. We're going to need both to get us out of this mess. It’s a shame that so many ignorant people are blinded by skin color. Being the first black president will mean very little if he isn’t successful and I’m sure that he realizes that. He seems to be off to a good start with his transition. It’s too bad that he can’t start sooner; we seem to have an empty seat at the White House at the moment. Where is Bush?

jeremy   December 31st, 2008 11:57 am ET

the bible is a freaking story book that small minded people seem to believe really happened , give me a break. and get that idiot that thinks obama is in revelations... what are you smoking must be the good stuff!

karo   December 31st, 2008 11:57 am ET

sarah palin is nothing more than a miley cyrus of the time. like pat boone was in the 50's and 60's. white folks, well the majority would not play blk music in there house per orders of the white man of the house. so its like the republicans latched on to sarah palin rather than support or get behind a african american. this is why country music is off the charts and they make mad money. because a high % of the cacuasian bro and sis won't support anything blk. if its white its alright, you brown stick around , [green cards are on the way] but if your blk "GET BACK"

knowlege   December 31st, 2008 11:55 am ET

I don't like Republicans and never will

former republican   December 31st, 2008 11:55 am ET

Its people like YOU is why I am no longer a registered Republican! President Elect Obama is NOT a Muslim! President Elect Obama is NOT mentioned in Revelations! If you actually read the Bible YOU would know the TRUTH!! Your lies, slander, etc., is what is driving people from the Republican party in droves!!!! We need to unite this party, and the best way to start is by telling the TRUTH!!!

Gov. Palin was John McCain's "Hail Mary!" It didn't work, and in fact not only hurt him, but the entire Republican party. If she wants to help the future of the GOP...then she needs to stay away from D.C!

Dem with Love For McCain   December 31st, 2008 11:51 am ET

Tim Pawlenty, Mitt Romney, Bobby Jindal, Joe Lieberman — they were considered the front-runners for the No. 2 spot on the Republican ticket. But, in one of the biggest surprises of the year,
****************************************************************************John McCain picked Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin as his running mate.....And That is why he had to go home wagging his tail behind him!!! I admire Senator McCain......Sarah Palin, Rick Davis,and Steve Schmidt are responsible for Senator McCain losing the election with Nasty ads and attacks.Senator McCain is A MAVERICK and Sarah is A BETCHA and A WINK WINK

obama-mama   December 31st, 2008 11:50 am ET

Janet: that butterfly you felt in your stomach was actually a cringe....

Casey- New Hampshire   December 31st, 2008 11:50 am ET

Obamashow- I guess if the rise of Obama was a biblical prophesy it wouldn't have made any difference how we voted, would it?

grahame   December 31st, 2008 11:49 am ET

This is a weird woman.

I suppose that being an sick egocentric sociopath should give her an alibi. But it does not excuse this moron with the IQ the same as her shoe size from using her kids as props.

It's sad really and just points up the stupidity of people who think of her as some kind of roll model.

Face it people life is not a soap opera no matter how much lipstick you put on the turkey/moose killing pig

pam Eugene OR   December 31st, 2008 11:48 am ET

How can you run down 2008 in political stories and not even mention our worst President in history! No mention of Bush at all.
That seems odd to me.
Thanks for the laughs Sarah. You are the gift that keeps giving!

Bob   December 31st, 2008 11:47 am ET

I for one am very grateful for Sarah Palin..
Thankfully, she gave Obama the presidency on a silver platter.

Anonymous   December 31st, 2008 11:45 am ET

I love it when liberals come on here trying to compare Obama with John Kennedy. Different era, different time. By no means you can compare the two.

former republican   December 31st, 2008 11:41 am ET

WELCOME TO THE OBAMA SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!! December 31st, 2008 10:42 am ET

IF AMERICA ONLY KNEW WHAT WAS COMING THEY WOULD HAVE NEVER ELECTED HUISSEN OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!

THE BIBLE SPEAKS OF THIS MAN IN REVELATIONS!!!!!!!!!!
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Once you vote Black December 31st, 2008 11:09 am ET

Get ready for the Obama Show to use his middle name to get things done. It is better to have our own Husain standing in the tent looking out then to have him on the outside looking in. Or something like that. The bright side is we now have a Muslim fighting for us instead of against us.
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Its people like YOU is why I am no longer a registered Republican! President Elect Obama is NOT a Muslim! President Elect Obama is NOT mentioned in Revelations! If you actually read the Bible YOU would know the TRUTH!! Your lies, slander, etc., is what is driving people from the Republican party in droves!!!! We need to unite this party, and the best way to start is by telling the TRUTH!!!

Tom   December 31st, 2008 11:40 am ET

All I have to say is that we dodge a "dimwit" when the McCain and beauty queen didn't win. McCain,out of desperation forced Palin on the world and he (McCain) in ture abandon his principles.

Janet-NY   December 31st, 2008 11:37 am ET

I never forget how Sarah Palin's speech for 30 min in RNC Convention
has been still impacting her power to me and most American no matter who loved or hated her. I clicked again the speech CNN provided just before. I was still having a butterfly in my stomach while I was listening it again just before. I've been long time resident in NY.
Caroline Kennedy who doesn't have experiences at all wants the Senete Seat of Hillary. The Kennedy who is lack of experiences, disillusional living style just reminds that excatly WHAT NY NEEDS NOW. It's the Sarah Palin who have proven record to cut tax, budget as well as to increase revenue through gas pipe line, to creat jobs for residents in AK. Also she spawned "drill baby drill" American needs now. I LOVE & RESPECT SARAH 2012.

Mike - Missouri   December 31st, 2008 11:34 am ET

Sarah has too much drama in her own personal life, to become president. The story of her covering up for her daughter 1st child Trigg is still a Mystery, Bristol was out of school for the first 5 to 6 months earlier this year. Than poof Sarah announces she was with child in March, than poof she had a child the following month. The The Alaska media even reported that she simply didn’t look pregnant at 7 months – she was even taken pictures during that timeframe. What a cover-up and what drama. Keep Sarah in AK. – I guess she will know the name of a few new's outlet if she reappears.

Kevin B   December 31st, 2008 11:30 am ET

OBAMASHOW- I just want to be sure I understand you. Are you saying that the bible speaks OF PE Obama.

Where ??

Dude, you really need to get a grip.......you are going to have an emotional breakdown.

"Peace be still"

Meh   December 31st, 2008 11:26 am ET

Irritated in FL> Really? You think political rallies that resemble Klan rallies are a good thing? Palin screwed the RNC for the next millenium.

BUSH BEGONE AND NOW 75% OF AMERICA AGREES, FINALLY!   December 31st, 2008 11:25 am ET

@WELCOME TO THE OBAMA SHOW

Don't worry the "end of days" is not "scheduled" until 2012, so the neo-cons and rabid right will still have a chance to vote in the real anti-Christ!

ohio man   December 31st, 2008 11:25 am ET

WELCOME TO THE OBAMA SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!! December 31st, 2008 10:42 am ET

IF AMERICA ONLY KNEW WHAT WAS COMING THEY WOULD HAVE NEVER ELECTED HUISSEN OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!

THE BIBLE SPEAKS OF THIS MAN IN REVELATIONS!!!!!!!!!!
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hey can you let me know what the lotto gonna be this weekend since you can see the future ... or is it those leaves you found on the ground making you see things again

Franky   December 31st, 2008 11:24 am ET

@irritated

She didn't even do nothing! LOL!! All she did was smile all the time and she got everything she wanted...which by the way, my sister's have been doing that for who knows, LOL!! If I wanted to look at a beutiful smile I would just look at Amy Holmes or at another beautiful woman at CNN. They have better smiles than her...and by the way, can also speak accordingly as well, LOL!!

Meh   December 31st, 2008 11:24 am ET

If I never hear about Palin again, it will be too soon.

Obama Show> Really? Prove it! They've said the same thing about every charismatic leader (good or bad) since like...forever. Even your precious Ronald Reagan was said to be the anti-christ. So, really, I'd like some proof. Is it because he's black? It's ok, you can say it.

the idiot   December 31st, 2008 11:23 am ET

How come no mention of Charlie Rangel, the former and for some reason (ask Pelosi) current head of the Ways & Means committee who got caught cheating on his taxes. Nothing bad happened to him, though.

ohio man   December 31st, 2008 11:21 am ET

Irritated in Fl December 31st, 2008 10:04 am ET

LOVE Sarah Palin. She's the only good thing that came out of this election year. Hopefully in four years she will be the next leader of this country and get it back on track.
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and then you woke up .. whewwww what a nightmare right .. it's ok ..it's ok .. you was just having a nightmare ... but that happens when you tend to play in your parents medicine Cabinet.. becareful next time dont want you saying crazy things again

Angie   December 31st, 2008 11:21 am ET

WELCOME TO THE OBAMA SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!! December 31st, 2008 10:42 am ET
IF AMERICA ONLY KNEW WHAT WAS COMING THEY WOULD HAVE NEVER ELECTED HUISSEN OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!

THE BIBLE SPEAKS OF THIS MAN IN REVELATIONS!!!!!!!!!!
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Hey welcome. What chapter in Revelations does it mention President elect Obama? Things have gotten so bad in the last 8 years I thought it was bush. So if we believe in God (and I do) and in what the bible says then I'll wait for God to expose the anti christ.
you must be a true repub (loser) who wants to continue with the hate and fear mongering. that is the repubs way. that's how bush won 2 terms. lying,cheating and being a fear and war monger.

Ambrose Smith, Borrego Springs, California   December 31st, 2008 11:19 am ET

McCain should've chosen Pawlenty. He has the qualifications.

Many people didn't know Pawlenty-but then again, many had no clue who Palin was either.

Pawlenty was very loyal to McCain from day one. Has legitimate foreign policy experience, is a loving father and a Christian.

The GOP base would have accepted him with open arms.

But he didn't have a vagina so he was cancelled out at the last minute.

(Did I mention he was very loyal to McCain??)

I was sure McCain was going to choose Pawlenty--but when I woke up and saw on the news that McCain chose Palin instead, I jumped for joy.

All I could say was, "McCain just threw his "experience" argument out the window. And "Clinton supporters won't be fooled".

McCain blew it.

I am sure Pawlenty was very disappointed.

Thanks Mac for shooting yourself in the foot!

Obama thanks you too!

Timothy   December 31st, 2008 11:19 am ET

To "Welcome to the Obama Show": Revelation is a book of myths based on hallucinations and dreams – kind of like you are now after drinking the conservative kool aid.

billy-bayou   December 31st, 2008 11:18 am ET

The author of this article is as stupid as the majority of Americans who have been suckered.

barak obana is NOT fth first "African American" President.

barak obama is Americas first negro President.

Negros born within the boarders of the United States are Amerisans,

Not African American. Words have meaning, Learn to live with it.

Al, NY NY   December 31st, 2008 11:18 am ET

Sarah Palin being one heartbeat away from the presidency is the SCARIEST moment of the year. The flat-earth, dinosaurs & humans were together, creationist dolt was a true disaster and I hope she gets the nod in 2012. It will guarentee an Obama victory. Ghouliani and his "Me, me me" tour falling flat is another favorite

Once you vote Black   December 31st, 2008 11:16 am ET

Either this is the most corrupt person ever fixing to be President or is so gullable the Putin's, Chavez's and Kim's of the world are fixing to walk over him like a door mat.

Thats rich. But either way we are sunk is that it Patty? Well there is still time for rats to leave ths ship. Try Coasta Rico. I hear it is nice down there. Less Muslims. Last, look at it this way. You told the nation that he was no good. He was born out of the country, he is muslim, what else, he follows Wright, the list goes on, so nobody cn blame you. But perhaps that is what we want in a President, ever think of that?

Empty suit, empty promises   December 31st, 2008 11:13 am ET

Palin power is a true statement as if there ever was one.

You non-believers that hate her because she isn't Princess Caroline or the other chosen one, Obambi, get used to her being around, she struck a chord in many peoples minds.

How can I make that bold a statement you may wonder, simple, the media went into instant attack mode.

Remember sheep, McCain (no fan of) was WINNING THIS RACE until the money woes happened, the money woes that were blamed on Bush and McCain even though BOTH tried to regulate the industry over the last 6 years (look it up, there are RECORDS proving this) and Obambi DID NOTHING and the media carried his water for him.

I call it like I see it, just like Bush, Obambi is a empty vessel who uh, uh, uh uh, will do nothing to better this country.

Jim   December 31st, 2008 11:13 am ET

Irritated in Fl: I hope they do nominate Palin in 2012 that will ensure 4 more years of Democratic leadership. You are an idiot.

southern cousin: Understand your subject before you spout off Limbaugh and Hannity talking points. People like you should not be allowed to vote cause you don't understand anything unless Limbaugh or Hannity tell you. Take all of your Retardlican friends and go lick a window.

Pat: Same to you as southerncousin. All you know about the real world I could cover with my spit. Take all of your Retardlican friends along with southerncousin and go lick a window.

welcome to the obama show: You are just a complete idiot. Take a look at history. The majority of prosperous times in American history have come while Democrats were in power. Terrible economic times (i.e. Great Depression/severe recessions) come while Retardlicans are in power. So yes I can't wait to see what is coming anything will be better than the last eight years under monkey boy.

And yes I am a disgusted Democrat. It is disgusting to me that you still have idiots that believe the Retardlican party has the average Americans best interest at heart. They are nothing more than liars and thieves that have almost single handedly destroyed the greatest country on this planet. Wake up America, a vote for Retardlicans is a vote for economic terrorism against the American people.

gary n.   December 31st, 2008 11:13 am ET

Sarah Palin is trailer trash...period.

Keith in CA   December 31st, 2008 11:11 am ET

Sure Sarah Palin was popular, but so was pro wrestling.

Roger   December 31st, 2008 11:11 am ET

All Americans should be proud of this monumental and historic election and wish nothing but the best for our new President. He has a monumental task ahead of him and we as a country need to "listen" rather than "react". Unless and until the Republican party purges itself of the likes of Limbaugh, Hannity and Coulter, gets a new mindset and becomes more inclusive rather than devisive, they will be nothing but nomads for years to come and I really don't believe that Sarah Palin is the answer to their problems!!!

Once you vote Black   December 31st, 2008 11:09 am ET

Get ready for the Obama Show to use his middle name to get things done. It is better to have our own Husain standing in the tent looking out then to have him on the outside looking in. Or something like that. The bright side is we now have a Muslim fighting for us instead of against us.

facts are facts   December 31st, 2008 11:03 am ET

Why do almost 40% of Americans reject intellectual people to run their country. Luckily you now will have the chance to see if intelligence really does make a difference.

Sheryl   December 31st, 2008 11:03 am ET

Anyone who thinks Palin can run and LEAD the Country are in serious serious serious need of Medication. Right, Wrong or Indifferent SHE is NO LEADER, she's a deligator at best and thats questionable considering that she hires her friends to work under and for her, and they are not all considered Qualified at what they do for sure, ask the Alaskan People, they'll tell you straight up !!!

End Of An Error   December 31st, 2008 11:03 am ET

I think "Palin Power" is doing as well as Detroit these days.

SAD SAD   December 31st, 2008 11:02 am ET

Its really sad WELCOME TO THE OBAMA SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!
That you dont know the bible at all and you dont care to read it. people like you are the ones that the bible speaks about. Never care to go back to check what the Pastor or Rev said just go around spewing wrong information. Sad really sad. It continues to show how ignorant and completely uneducated the so called self acclaimed evangelicals are on every issue.1 Tim 1:18 read that and get a clue

AnaB   December 31st, 2008 11:01 am ET

WELCOME TO THE OBAMA SHOW, you truly are crazy. Perhaps you should STOP SHOUTING ALL OF THE TIME!!

Franky   December 31st, 2008 11:01 am ET

"A lobbyist who was romantically linked to Sen. John McCain in a New York Times article has sued the paper for $27 million, saying the story has damaged her career and "sense of personal self-worth."

LOL!!!! Kind of sounds like Paris Hilton, LOL!!! That's just funny!!! Sounds like she should go to the doctor...

obama-mama   December 31st, 2008 11:00 am ET

Elizabeth in Texas make sure you get a DTV box by Feb. 9 or will not be able to watch tv.

obama-mama   December 31st, 2008 10:59 am ET

Irritated in FL keep on wishing. You're just as nutty as Professor Palin......

Mike   December 31st, 2008 10:59 am ET

wow amazing how quick cnn closed the entry below regarding the despicable new york times and the msm media (including cnn) and their plot to destroy John Mccaine and this woman.

Good I hope she sues for enough to bankrupt that stupid left wing propoganda machine

Franky   December 31st, 2008 10:57 am ET

"The damage to Ms. Iseman caused by the story has continued to the present and has not abated," the lawsuit said. "The article destroyed the heart and soul of Ms. Iseman's professional identity and sense of personal self-worth."

LOL!!! That is one of the most funniest things I ever heard! Because it destroyed her "heart" and "soul?" LOL!!! I mean, all of a sudden, the New York Times turned into cupid or something? LOL!!! They decide who turned love into or not? LOL!!! That woman can't hang...weak!!!!!

That's the first time I've seen a woman's feelings get hurt here...ironically, for the very first time. Even John Edwards wife looked strong for crying out loud, LOL!!

Humored in Texas   December 31st, 2008 10:50 am ET

I hope the GOP runs Palin in 2012. Obama's margin of victory will be Homeric in detail!!!

Sarah Palin isn't qulified to run for national office given her laissez faire attitude toward her own family's moral values but the audacity to control yours and mine. Not to mention that she and Todd are members of a secessionist group – very American, dontcha know!!!

More telling is the fact that McCain stated he could not support her for president, yet if he were elected and something happened to him, she would have become the president!!!

So yes, Sarah, run in 2012, please!!!

rob   December 31st, 2008 10:49 am ET

Sarah Palin is a superstar in her own warped mind–no place else

Sue   December 31st, 2008 10:49 am ET

This is correct in that Obama is said to have given really eloquent speeches. That is all he has to his credit. This is a sad time for America when speeches is all that supports a person's election to the highest position of power in the world. We will all suffer for allowing ourselves to be duped like this.

happy new year   December 31st, 2008 10:43 am ET

Obama is a true American Hero, i'm sorry mccain choose palin, that finished destroying the republican party.

WELCOME TO THE OBAMA SHOW!!!!!!!!!!!!   December 31st, 2008 10:42 am ET

IF AMERICA ONLY KNEW WHAT WAS COMING THEY WOULD HAVE NEVER ELECTED HUISSEN OBAMA!!!!!!!!!!

THE BIBLE SPEAKS OF THIS MAN IN REVELATIONS!!!!!!!!!!

Mari   December 31st, 2008 10:40 am ET

I PRAY THAT PALIN GOES AWAY....... SHE IS THE MOST ANNOYING PERSON I HAVE EVER SEEN OR ......HEARD!

WITH 69% OF OUR NATION SAYING THEY DISLIKE PALIN.......... HOW IS SHE A 'SUPERSTAR'?

HOPE WON! BLESSED & HOPEFUL NEW YEAR TO ALL!

Independent voter   December 31st, 2008 10:32 am ET

It has always annoyed me that dissenters seem to think Obama supporters view him as some kind of second coming when that could not be further from the truth. Just because you actually like and support a politician doesn't mean that you view him as a god. I feel sorry for the other party that they didn't have someone intelligent and optimistic to rally around during this past election. I'd much rather be accused of "drinking the kool aid" than be a part of a party of angry, ignorant pessimists.

As far as "Palin Power" is concerned...I'm quite positive that the honeymoon with her wouldn't have been as spectacular if she wasn't as "attractive" as people seem to think she is. If Hilary Clinton had acted like that much of a dolt on the national stage, people would have laughed her right back into obscurity.

Pat   December 31st, 2008 10:28 am ET

Obama-Mania – Support Blago until no longer politically convenient, support REV Wright until no longer politically convenient, support Grandmother until better to throw her under the Obama bus. Ayers, Phlegler, Daley etc. Either this is the most corrupt person ever fixing to be President or is so gullable the Putin's, Chavez's and Kim's of the world are fixing to walk over him like a door mat.

carol   December 31st, 2008 10:25 am ET

Obama mania was caused by a very smart young man with new ideas who has the charisma of Jonh Kennedy that propelled him to be voted our next President.
Palin mania was caused because McCain was desperate and needed some help....the good ole gal, joe six pack, hockey mom fitted the bill perfectly....that's all!

MK   December 31st, 2008 10:10 am ET

Many thanks to granny Palin, without her in the race we would have been stuck with grandpa, can't keep his hands to himself, McCain.

southerncousin   December 31st, 2008 10:06 am ET

CNN didn't even mention George Soros who spent billions ensuring that we would have demoncrats and unions running our lives or ACORN (funded) by the unions which stole the elections, although to their credit they did manage to mention a few of the crooked demoncrats that got caught dirty this year although they of course did not mention their party affiliation.

Elizabeth in Texas   December 31st, 2008 10:05 am ET

Oh, how I love manufactured news and faux outrage from Campbell Brown and the like! What a year! The media totally blew it with created frenzy.

I cancelled my cable in April.

Irritated in Fl   December 31st, 2008 10:04 am ET

LOVE Sarah Palin. She's the only good thing that came out of this election year. Hopefully in four years she will be the next leader of this country and get it back on track.

John McCain   December 31st, 2008 10:01 am ET

Obama really beat George Bush.
To some people all Republicans look alike.

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hambypCNN: @AP_Ken_Thomas excellent duane spencer reference. let's try to work in lee scruggs, too, before the season ends.
Updated: Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:14:50 -0800
@wolfblitzercnn: Shocking - what's happening in Baghdad. Five terror attacks. More than 100 killed and 400 injured amid fears the violence will increase.
Updated: Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:08:29 -0800
hambypCNN: Kaine vs. Steele on Situation Room today in 6P hour.
Updated: Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:55:02 -0800
@edhenrycnn: My colleague Dan Lothian and I show what's it's like on the road with the President - http://bit.ly/7XSU53 #cnn
Updated: Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:09:21 -0800
hambypCNN: Big game for the Hoyas tonight against Butler @ 7PM. @moelleithee, @mikemadden and @karentravers will be watching, and you should too.
Updated: Tue, 08 Dec 2009 13:04:26 -0800
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