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warplayer0 says:

Wow, this was a really complete set, really captured the whole night post-win. Thank you so much Team Obama for being so open with the world, and congratulations President Obama and Mr. Biden. I can't believe for the first time in my life I am excited to hear from my president when he speaks.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

IrishGemini says:

What an absolutely beautiful family. I am so excited to see what a much better country this is going to be. Congratulations President Obama!
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kachesle says:

Sheesh, I finally stopped crying over this tremendous win.... and these pics made me tear up all over again. : )

This is the first campaign I ever volunteered for, because Obama is the first politician to really inspire me. I made calls, canvassed, and worked as a poll monitor... and it was fun! I hope President Obama continues to ask for us to work as volunteers to make our country better, because I, for one, would gladly answer the call.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

tomchepucavage says:

These photos are surreal! Amazing! History caught from up close. Fantastic. I feel as if I have experienced a deeper level of that fantasatic night by seeing these photos.
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charlotter says:

Barack Obama, you make the world proud. As a South African living in Germany, I wasn't able to vote for you, but given the chance I would have. Thank you for these amazing photos which brought the thrill of November 5 back to me.
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dmabury says:

Godspeed, Mr. President.
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seanpatfan says:

My thanks to so many of you from all over the world for not giving up on us here in America. It was a long, dark 8 years, but we will stand with you all again to make this a finer world.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

greekgeek says:

Good luck, Barack Obama, and thank you for restoring our nation's hope.

Everybody, pray for his safety and be patient -- he's inherited more problems than anyone since FDR, and he won't be able to work miracles overnight.

But we're on our way!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

kittytaurus says:

Only 74 days till Jan 20!!!!
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JSSchramm says:

Whats funny is not a single commentor noticed that the captions on ALL of the pictures say "Election night in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, November 5, 2008", Election night is November 4 which is a Tuesday.. Wow..
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Valentina Vitols says:

David, great photos! The documentary value of these is incredible!
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kittytaurus says:

JS: The election was called for Obama after midnight.
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maevepmcc says:

well done everyone in the USA from Ireland. I've always believed in the better part of you and wish we had a guy like Obama here - our Prime minister is so mean and ugly - we sure could do with a change
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orcmid says:

I just listened to Obama's first press conference as President-elect. There is something very reassuring to see all of the routines and arrangement being put in place. I felt somehow included, even though I was tuned to the radio. I think it is not just that I am listening for it, I do think it is part of the style that is appearing.

Sharing all of these moments with these pictures makes that even more present for me. I am grateful and thankful.

PS: Well, JS, I simply figured that the caption was set when the entire batch was uploaded to Flickr. I go back and edit mine (sometimes), but for a stream like this, I am simply thankful that it has been put where we can all enjoy it. It would be cool if we, as appreciated observers, added caption information and identified people that are not already completely recognizable around the world. Yes we can [;<).
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

orcmid says:

KItty and Valentina. Actually, the election was called at 8:01pm Pacific Standard Time, immediately after the polls closed on the US Pacific Coast. That was 11:01pm Eastern time and 10:01pm in Chicago. I suspect the date was a mistake on the caption (now that I see this is what the comment was about), although some of them might have been taken after midnight. According to the photographer's camera (and whatever time zone its timestamp was set at), the last photo of the set was taken on November 5. If the date-taken was set manually, it was probably mistaken.
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netbanshee says:

Thank you for sharing this with us.

Transparency and community involvement aren't just concepts reserved for the content of speeches. For this presidency to be truly enrolling, this momentum needs to continue. It's gotten us this far, but the real work lies ahead of us.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

verb_one30030 says:

In the words of the Joker, "Why so serious?"

OK, I know why he is so serious. But what is really striking in those pictures is how somber our next President looks while he is watching the numbers role in. I see no glee or joy, but instead an overwhelming sense of responsibility.

Sure he starts to smile as people come in and congratulate him, but that's a reaction to friends and allies. But he looks like he's assumed the weight of the world. There's no joy there in beating the other guy.

It reassures me that he didn't take this trip for his personal glory, but instead to tackle the problems we all now face. I'm sure Bill Clinton and GWB were both smiling a lot more than that when the numbers showed up on the TeeVee.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

baclori says:

The future looks brighter, the air seems clearer and together we will work to once again make America the beacon of hope it has previously been...

Hope is an amazing thing!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

madisonskyjaepi says:

What an amazing set of photographs. Thank you for the honor of being a part of this evening. To see the family waiting with such great anticipation, watching the very same coverage that our family did, is so unifying. Congratulations.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

crazyyak says:

nothing but just simply amazing!!! thank you for giving us HOPE!!!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

schmuela says:

Many, many thanks for this set of photos. A remarkable glimpse behind the curtain on one of the most momentous nights in American history.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

swette76 says:

May God richly bless you and your wonderful family. You have renewed my faith in American democracy. A government for the people by the people and of the people
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

skriv says:

what? no spinners on the rims?
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

colorsanto says:

What a great set. Love his human side and lovely family. Congratulations to Mr. Obama from Colombia, S.A.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

ani4ka83 says:

These shots are amazing. The Obamas are the best looking family the White House has ever had. This is truly the first time I'm proud to be a naturalized American, and as someone previously said, I'm at last excited to hear from my President. Words can't describe the overwhelming emotions I've been experiencing for the past several days. Moments like this prove that there is hope in society and in the world, amid the chaos, war, and destruction. Good luck to Obama and his beautiful family! I'm certainly looking forward to the next four years!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

argo1964 says:

Thank you so much!!!!!!!!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Spookygonk says:

A wonderful set of photos, thank you for sharing them with us.

I sat up all night watching the results come in and experiencing the joy of the win. It was an awesome night.

So looking forward to having an intelligent, eloquent man in the White House.

All the best America,

The UK.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Drevellatiosi says:

Absolutely Warplayer, I love the way the Obama team has used the internet for their campaign, this displays a level of connectedness with the people that we never had under Bush.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

itzmdelgado says:

It is a MIRACLE and we are so excited to have OBAMA for president. Thanks for the pictures!
Words cannot describe the overwhelming of excitement. We love you!

Austin, Texas
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

mayteariza says:

Thank you to all the volunteers who worked so hard to give us this NEW DAY in America!!!!!!! What a diferent feeling 8 years ago and 4 years ago. We were so sad that W was reelected , and today, IT'S A NEW DAY, AMERICA!!!!
I am so happy. Thank you for the pictures, you made me cry again OMG!!!
Gracias Obama and Biden Family for giving us HOPE and RESPECT,for your LOVE for this country.
We love you too!!!!!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

violentbloom says:

Thank you for sharing these.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Eddie Green says:

Cheers for sharing these, brilliant photos!

Good luck in your new job, we're all behind you!!

(The UK and The World)
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

trishek says:

Thank you for such wonderful photos!

Also congratulations from Australia. Congratulations to you, your family, the Democratic Party, the campaigners and volunteers, and most of all the American people.

We're very thrilled about the result over here too, I haven't spoken to a single person who was disappointed in the result. I've never wished to be an American (no offence, I'm just pretty happy here), but damn I wouldn't mind being one this week, just for the experience!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

tazmania33396 says:

God bless America and God bless the Obama family. We as americans are behind you all the way. Just keep us abreast of the things that we can do to make this a better world. Thank you for your courage and love for this country. We love you all.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

JamieSanford says:

Thank you so much for sharing these, they are such incredible shots and it's nice to know that we weren't the only ones sitting on a couch waiting for results to come in!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

princesslover says:

Yea, go Obama! YES WE CAN!

man, thats a nice car :) Obama, we truly love you. I think that you have deserved all that you have right now. you have truly worked hard for it, and America is pretty safe in your hands :) YES WE CAN, REALLY!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Gregg Wynn says:

Thanks for astounding & insightful views into perhaps the most momentous event of our American lives. Some of these shots deserve to be posters, cards & collectibles. Great job!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

esthessy says:

god bless you Mr. President
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Lavra Gimunalu says:

Thank you for sharing all those pictures which keep my inspiration going. God bless this wonderful moment and lets all give our support to the Obama family to contribute in the creation of a renewed and better world.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

kayray says:

Thank you for sharing this wonderful photo series!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

globaldream50 says:

President Obama!!! Still difficult to fully grasp the reality of it!!!

Thanks for sharing those pics. I am stunned at how relaxed he was during it all. It seems strange to see him in such a down to earth context, almost as though we forgot that he could be like the rest of us...

I am writing from Switzerland, everyone here is extremelly happy about this election. This America inspires us also, what a monumental change from the last 8 years...

Go Obama!!!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

OC Woman says:

President Obama.
I can't believe that we finally took back our country. You have helped us reclaim our country. The idea that we could really do this...almost seems surreal. America is with you. We have your back, and we will be there with you every step of the way. You make all of us so proud. Our national disgrace is finally over. What a night! The pictures are fantastic. This journey has been thrilling and you have lit the fire again in the American spirit. Stay strong Mr. President. YES WE CAN and YES WE DID
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

ericjpope says:

President Obama,
Congratulations.
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marilyn90 says:

My favorite photo is the one with President-elect Obama holding his mother-in-law's hand. She was stepping in for Obama's parents and grandparents, particularly his grandmother who passed away a day before the election. Without saying a word, she was telling him how proud everyone was of him and that his parents and grandparents would have been so proud of him that day.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

leedwilder says:

I am 57, white and female and I have never cried more than I have cried since Tuesday night. My heart is simply overflowing with pride in this new America. The anger years are over. This is just a huge step towards a more perfect union. Thank you, President-Elect Obama, for stepping up to lead this great country. Your grace and integrity set the best example for the rest of us. Yes We Can!
Lee Wilder - Atlanta
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

gianj1 says:

Or you can let someone else take the pictures and let me caption them,,, goodness what a bad grapher you got.... but you won!!!~!

It's like having a baby and not dating it,,,, or detailing the event or better yet not using a flash...but YOU WON!!!!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Mig - Le Miserable says:

David, many many thanks for this great work!
We own you one!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

bunnicula says:

beautiful set of photos, David Katz! I cried tears of joy when I heard President-Elect Obama's speech and got teary-eyed again as I saw these photos (as many others did), and even when talking to friends we all still get so emotional about the win on Tuesday.

that sense of hope that was there but not quite visible became visible when Obama was elected the 44th President of the U.S. This goes for me and so many others, I got a txt from my 11yr old cousin the day after the election stating Obama was elected President. Thank you for restoring hope in our world!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

On the move photos says:

Whats funny is not a single commentor noticed that the captions on ALL of the pictures say "Election night in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, November 5, 2008", Election night is November 4 which is a Tuesday.. Wow..

Not if you're in another timezone. The US election occurred on Wed 5 for some other countries.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

iainurquhart says:

Amazing collection, transparency like this so rare to come across.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

sonnenkoenig26 says:

nice pics, see more on www.benjaminsumma.de
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

philkarn says:

It's sunday morning and I still can't believe it. We're finally getting our country back. This is the first time I've ever given to a political campaign, the first time I didn't feel I was voting for the lesser of two evils. I could always be wrong, but I think Obama has the makings of an excellent president. It's about time the right man won for a change.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

tayanapc says:

Sharing these photos with all of us around the globe shows once more how much Obama values ordinary people. We all feel better, hopeful again and important parts of the global community, not some small meaningless instruments in the hands of ruthless political systems and its agents. Thanks for letting us finally feel good, regardless of being Americans or not. Obama is a gift for the whole world. After all, we are all one people regardless of nation, faith or color of our skin, and yes, we can. Thank you for choosing him, America!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Hopeful1908 says:

Thank you for sharing these photos. Thank you, President-Elect Obama, for making a commitment to our country and challenging all Americans to stand up and shape our country. We can once again make this land the UNITED States of America. Thank you for helping us to believe again.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

sbmckay says:

This was a great occasion, and now that the first news is trickling out about Obama assembling his team and deciding which issues to tackle, I notice some doubt about how much can be done to right the Bush-era wrongs, and how quickly it may be done. My advice is: be brave and dig right in!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

shrn905 says:

Thanks you David Katz and President Elect Obama. What a wonderful set of photographs to share with the world. I loved the email sent out election night thanking everyone. I am especially looking forward to seeing how the energy of the volunteer campaign organization you put together wil be guided to help in the new administration. I, like a world full of others, am 'Fired Up and Ready to Go!'

Much Love, Peace and Blessings.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Floortje69 says:

truly great set!
(and a wonderful victory for this family also...)
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

TNnamaste says:

Congratulations...the people have spoken, and you are our leader. We understand that you can't do it alone, and are willing and able to stand beside you. We are ready to roll up our sleeves and get to work. Thank you for inspiring this nation and the world. Thank you for sharing these precious moments caught on film with us. We couldn't ask for a more enlightened first family. Be well, safe travels, and Much love to you all.....Tracy
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

MsLark says:

Hallelujah! David, great photos. Thank you for sharing them with us.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

maci_mas says:

Great Photos, I love Obama. I hope he can reverse all of the damage that Bush has executed
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

patrice.mackey says:

I can relate to warplayer0's comment. I have never in my life been so into the political process and now when my President speaks.....I am actually truly interested in what he has to say. I have a new family to add to my prayer list.....May God bless President Obama and his lovely family!
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

Hoperdoodle says:

Beautiful.

I am so proud that I was a part of the Barack Obama campaign. I worked on phone banks and Camp Obamas every weekend. I attended meetings and made calls to volunteers all week. Now that President-Elect Barack Obama has won, I am recovering from it all.

I hope that Obama can take some time to recover and recharge from the campaign - before January 20, when his work as president will be very difficult and all-consuming.
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

meryamlahsini says:

Congratulations Mr. President Obama and first lady Miss Obama,

We have prayed for the world and for you Mr. president Obama.
It is like a dream came true.
Yes we can, God bless the world, America, you and your familie Mr. president Obama.

Mr. president I want you conduleren whit the lost of your granmother.
they had to a great woman to run a grandson in part on tevoeden.
good luck in the future

Meryam Lahsini
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

Thaumata Strangelove says:

This is such a wonderful set. Thank you so much for sharing these private moments. Congratulations!
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

mpowell6006@sbcglobal.net says:

i am so proud of the work done in ohio, thanks for this treasure
Ms. Lynnie
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

suzett351 says:

Thank you for sharing your family photographs. I wanted your election so much that I don't think I took a breath until the results were in. I am proud of the vision and hope you have brought back to us, and prouder to be an American than I have ever been in my lifetime.
My best wishes to you, your family and the world.
SuzetteV@comcast.net
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

karounah says:

thanks for sharing all these private moments with us ...
i still cry when i see the final family picture on the stage...
congratulations mister president , we are so proud of you !!

karuna , from Paris
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

nycounselor says:

Absolutely amazing! The world is watching as America makes history. Let's support our new elected President Obama in his quest to revive our economy and bring back respect to our nation and peace in the world for the sake of the children. Congratulations, President Barack Obama and your gorgeous family. Thank you, David for these precious photographs.... priceless!
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

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