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20081104_Chicago_IL_ElectionNight1530 by Barack Obama.
Democratic Presidential Nominee, Barack Obama and his family on election night in Chicago, IL on Wednesday, November 5, 2008. (David Katz/Obama for America) 

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HaggisVitae  Pro User  says:

What a beautiful first family. Congratulations and thank you for returning my faith in the system. I'm so excited now, for the first time in 8 years!
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:: Stevin :: says:

Congratulations
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Savannah Grandfather  Pro User  says:

Excellent
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LilianK says:

congratulations !!!!!!!!!!

cheers from Brazil
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mamitasalsita  Pro User  says:

I love this shot! :-)
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rmcarrier1  Pro User  says:

A truly wonderful First Family.
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Lange Lobo says:

What beautiful family!

I am Brazilian, but I feel very happy for his victory. Congratulations Mr. President Barack Obama! You are a man of good will and the best not only for the USA, but for the whole world.

Brazil is happy for you!!!!
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cattleclasstraveler  Pro User  says:

Now this is truly a first family!
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PARKERsp says:

Wonderful picture!
Brazilians are with u Obama!
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Acriare Comunicação says:

I'm very, very happy for you, even though Brazil. follow these elections along with you and twisted so much. Congratulations to all of you by the show of democracy and the union that makes the nation of you ever stronger.
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Jane_dora says:

A very sweet first family. The look and love of their children in their eyes. The children feel a part of their fathers success. What could be more inspiring for a child. They have carried their children along all the way.

I wish them Gods Divine protection and a new baby in the White house which hasn't recorded any for years. Come on Mitchelle you can do it baby.
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CatwomanofV  Pro User  says:

As others have already said, what a beautiful First Family. My husband & I had a champagne toast when you were declared the winner to your victory & to your health. Bright Blessings for the future.
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ludimillaluz77 says:

Sorry about my english, but i need say CONGRATULATIONS, I love you first time i see you talk about EUA. I cant` vote here now, but i and my husband ( he vote in you ), help in the your campaign, and we whant collaborate always. Your first family is very pretty.
Ludimilla
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gillyberlin  Pro User  says:

Gratulations!

BTW, i love michelle obamas dress!
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LizAlonso  Pro User  says:

Congratulations and many blessings to the beautiful First Family!!
All the best,
Liz from Miami
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in/camera says:

First family... Wow!
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rabbitsflysowhat says:

lovely family in the white house
perfect
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Kckitty says:

Congratulations, and what a beautiful family picture...
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skriv says:

are you kidding me??? could those girls be any cuter? go look again and tell me i'm wrong!!
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YGW says:

Michelle's much maligned dress looks STUNNING in these pictures! What a beautiful family!
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lharrington_2004 says:

They brought tears to my eyes!!!! you are such a beautiful family!!!!!! from the bottom of my heart CONGRATULATIONS AND GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!!!!
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SLICK RICK2008 says:

The first black family in the white house......Hmmmmm??? Has a nice ring to it. I couldn't be more proud
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mslesliekim says:

Most amazing first family EVER.
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jmae0424 says:

What a wonderful and blessed looking family! They were made for the White House and will be just fine. We prayed for them today at the 101st Holy Convocation of the Churches of God In Christ in Memphis Tennessee. Today was women's day. Also, I worked the grass roots effort in my neighborhood of Richmond Heights, Florida and I am so glad that I made that sacrifice to do so. As a black woman I am so very, very proud of the Obamas and I am also very very proud of America.
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veladeptus  Pro User  says:

All this family photo needs is a puppy!!
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indygrl67 says:

Truely a Kodak Moment!
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ma_yagomate says:

This was truly history in the making and speaking of history, my b'day fell on the election day and the only wish I had was for Obama to win the election. I just thank the Lord for granting my wish....
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suenosdeuomi  Pro User  says:

Congratulations! I am so proud to be American and for the best man to have been chosen!!!!
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marci24 says:

Obama will be the demise of america!!!!!!!!!
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aftabkhan1999 says:

My daughter writes

Dear Mr President , I like the picture . I think you are awesome .Your family is great . I want to lea
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Digital Dancer says:

Love Michelle's basically flat shoes!
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hannahwiatt  Pro User  says:

What a beautiful family!
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whoanellie1 says:

God blessed AMERICA -- THE OBAMAS ARE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL FIRST FAMILY EVER --THANK YOU JESUS
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rach.watson08 says:

My first family!!
Soooo Cutee & inspirational!
BUT WHERE'S THE DOG??? Lol
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markuscuel says:

what a beautiful family!!!
thank you america! thank you mr.president!
May God Bless America and the world!
shalom
markus shimon ariel, italy
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DanceMonkeyDance  Pro User  says:

I love this family and I love this country!
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pettyurevilla says:

i never voted in the philippines. my first vote was for obama. my new america since i have been here 8 years (!). a brighter and hopeful future is ahead.
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fr.philippines says:

congratulations! im from the philippines as said one of the 'state' of US.This past US presidential election was been a great head turner for everyone.the whole world watched for this.for OBAMA, great responsibility has beebn installed to you not only by US people but also by the people around the world..its either you change the world into worst or into a better one..I pray for you...
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fr.philippines says:

keep your family..........that's the only one thing you can keep aside from the LORD JESUS
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flickRochi says:

Beautiful Family! CONGRATULATIONS!!!
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::enrapture::  Pro User  says:

What an absolute beautiful and wonderful family. I am SO PROUD that you will be our President.
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a_baunsgaard says:

Breathtaking, awesome!
Congratulations!!!
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samsfadil says:

hope not to disappoint my hopes
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Jón Pálma  Pro User  says:

This is fantastic! Congratulations
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camelia.s says:

Thanks for sharing these shots with ...the World. Great pictures for a night in our history. I wish divine Wisdom to our President and to all other world Leaders. War is nasty, Humanity has gone a long way and it will continue..!

A proud Haitian American.

PS Good wishes to Senator Mc.Cain and Governor Palin.
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YoannLeGoff  Pro User  says:

Congratulations & thanks for all.

Good luck now.
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PinkScooterGirl  Pro User  says:

Absolutely beautiful family!!!

These pictures have got me all teary again! This is the first time in my 29 years I've felt like we had someone looking out for us who actually cared about everyone, not just a select few.

Congratulations, President Obama!
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javiercarpenter says:

Dios bendiga a la familia Obama..
Y le de sabiduria a el presidente Obama para llebar con vien a este Pais.
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agape777 says:

AMERICA'S NEXT FIRST FAMILY!!! Happy tears again, and still praising God!

Congradulations President -Elect Obama!! Love you all. Our heart and prayers are with you and your beautiful family. As well as for our wonderful nation.
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AreaGuides.com Network  Pro User  says:

Thanks for sharing!
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Calypso 11 says:

what truly innocent, sweet children. There is a lot of love in that family. It shows in their eyes.
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janel.parker says:

Such a wonderful family, you can see the love they have for their children and each other, congrats to our new President, I am ready for the change!!!
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cvsanten  Pro User  says:

This picture was the titel of the big German Newspaper "Frankfurter Rundschau" on the day after the election. No words on the whole paper, only that picture. Many Germany are very exited and happy about Barack Obama and the whole family. Many congratulations from Frankfurt Germany.
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MadamPoet says:

A young time begun in America...a first family that truly represents us...
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rgregorys says:

Such a beautiful famiy photo. Your success brings me to tears and gives me hope for my grandsons who are mexican american. We will be praying for you and your family. And yes we can. "We can, because we said so."
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malikamays says:

Every time I see President-elect Barack Obama and his family (our new FIRST FAMILY) my heart swells with pride and I imagine all of the possibilities that have now been opened up for people of color in this country!

We LOVE YOU Obama!!
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emimi  Pro User  says:

I am so happy to have the Obama Family as our new first family. I pray that God will keep them safe and give Barack the wisdom and abilty to do the things that need to be done and to keep alive the new hope that we all have for a more united USA. The best man won and America should be proud of what they did.
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Carson Ting  Pro User  says:

I am very happy for America. Way to go Obama!
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bishybarnabee  Pro User  says:

Congratulations from Britain, its nice to see some hope in the world!
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flogregg says:

Wow!! Great first family. Lovely family. Praying that God will grant a baby boy while they are in the white house. A brother for the girls!!
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flogregg says:

What a moment that was!! History being made!! For this moment the whole world was focused on America. Whether through tv, radio, internet, phones.
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jeremy.monitor says:

very great photo !!! felicitation !
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AmsterS@m - The Wicked Reflectah  Pro User  says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Smile :), and we'd love to have this added to the group!

You guys are such a lovely family :)
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precious35 says:

you all have a wonderful family and may god bless you all. i have a family and everytime i see you all it makes me cry i wish we could be like you all and it makes me stronger everyday.
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stepplt2008 says:

My soul is so happy! I am so proud to have witnessed this historical event! This is a beautiful family!! I love you!
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redrich22 says:

This is my favorite picture! It's so symbolic. I alwyas knew we would have a president of African decent. but i just didn't think I'd be 22 years-old to see it. Thank You Barack Obama for never giving up you have given us so much hope I cannot explaine. You have opened the doors for many others for years to come. You are in my prayers daily because I can only imagin the pressure that must come with this. I also thank your family for supporting you and all the time they will have to sacrafice being away from you. May peace constatnlty be on you and your family. I'm so excited because I will be able to tell this story for years to come. I hope to meet you and your family one day!!! NC went blue for you!!!! I wish I could say so much more, but being so young, the first thing I thought about was how many slaves suffered how many protesters protested for our equality, the death of Martin Luther King Jr., And for you to bring this race to another starting line is awsome. Many say that your not the first black but you're biracial...truth is for me, if it were 1863 you would've been identified as a black person.
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garybear62 says:

I am 46 yrs old and I must say that November 4th, 2008 is surely the single greatest night of my life! I have never been more proud of my country! I am proud of Barack Obama and believe he will be one of the single most important Presidents of our country's history. He has already made history for being the first black president and he has made history with his landslide election.....he will continue to do so and the World watches and shares in our overwhelming joy! Here it is the 9th of November of 2008 and I still am on the verge of tears about this! May God Bless Barack Obama, his family, Joe Biden, and his family! We have indeed made a historic change and my God have we turned the world on it's ear!!!! Thank God, Thank God, Thank God for Barack Obama!
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Andrea_44 says:

I love this photo! A beautiful family making history. God Bless you and keep you safe. Congratulations from Canada!
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salliewellington says:

I'm a Youth Leader and teacher and I want to say Congratulations and Yes you did!!! You are a great and awesome first family!! Thank you so much. I pray that God keeps all of you safe in His care and guides you as you lead this country. Be blessed and thanks for accepting the challange. You made us proud! Children everywhere know your name. They will now reach higher and dream bigger. They will work harder because they have a real role model. They have an African American family in the White House.They see you and your family on tv, in newspapers and magazines, and seeing is believing. Our children are our future. You are inspiring the future.
Thank You and Thank God . Change has come to America!!!
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digitalmama824  Pro User  says:

Congratulations, Mr. President (elect) and to your lovely family. I've never seen anything like the excitement over this wonderful event. May it be the start of a true change in America and around the world. Thank you, Mr. Obama, for inspiring us all.
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ginetteduperval says:

Congratulations Mr. President from Haiti, we are so proud of you
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Jeff Frazier Photographs  Pro User  says:

such a long time coming..
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[ SUD ] Bertil Hansson  Pro User  says:

.................congrats....fantastic......l ovely! From France!
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Kevin the Collie says:

Wonderful sight, we are all so pleased about your victory over here in the UK. Don't forget you promised the girls they could have a puppy - and make sure you adopt a rescue dog, please!
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KerryHalasz (PhotoGirl58)  Pro User  says:

This is the moment we've been waiting for. Yay!!! Congratulations and so very well deserved.
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StanAAngel  Pro User  says:

Dear President Obama

I produced this as a means of supporting
your efforts in the quest for world peace.
I used the images as a means of innuendo.
.

The Video is called;

"Show us the way President Obama"

I am honored by your win, your presence in
American politics and your extreme courage
to change the very fabric of our nation for the
better.

The video is here at;

www.youtube.com/watch?v=8r7CZARwU2k

Love Stan
A proud American

P.S. To all others viewing this, it is a
very strong message and the only way
to fully understand the intent is to watch
it all the way through.
If it is overwhelming, book mark
and come back later.
If you think it inappropriate,
to this I say these people like you
have hopes, aspirations, dreams, family
and every single one of them still breathing
now belong to our new President.
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Alice McMahon White  Pro User  says:

Can't add anything - just grinning ear to ear! :D
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jollywinegums says:

This is a moment I thought wouldn't happen in my lifetime !
Congratulations and best wishes to you all.
Thank you for sharing these photos with us. (Wales UK)
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ecash10 says:

Congratulations to you and your family. Never in my life time did I think I would see this day in history. I'm also part of it now.

If only people around the world would make the effort of change in their own countries. I hope your Presidency will make others see that and bring about change globally.

Peace
ecash10.com
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elizajane67 says:

Congradulations to the most wonderful First Family!! Thank you for sharing these pictures! My faith in this country has been restored! I am 41 years old and have never given money to ANY political campaign before your's, Mr. Obama:) I am so proud of you, and Mr. Biden, for running a campaign based on truth and not on fear. My daughter (her 1st time voting) TOLD me not to worry, saying she and her generation had this election in the bag:)
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nogentrifydc  Pro User  says:

MY God you guys are so beatiful! Handsome! Cute! By far the most photgenic first familly ever!....
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ahmedonflickr says:

what an ugly family...yukkkkkk....
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lucysefia says:

Cutetest first family ever!!!
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Tambako the Jaguar  Pro User  says:

Great looking an happy family. Very nice to see!
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