20081104_Chicago_IL_ElectionNight1247

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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Cuquis says:

Wow.. great moment...
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Stecyk says:

Interesting capture at an interesting moment! :)

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Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

micah baby says:

They are decidedly sombre. All that "booing" would not exactly be comforting.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

flowb33 says:

Is that the presidential suite?
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Appleswitch says:

It is now :P
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Jason Sherrill [deleted] says:

Awesome
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

MShades says:

This was a great moment to capture - nicely done. I can only imagine what Obama is thinking as he watches...
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

blmurch says:

amazing shot! What a moment in history. McCain gave a classy speech, but Obama's was incredible. Congrats to everyone!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

usuallyjusta says:

amazing capture
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Robert Snache - Spirithands.net says:

These pictures are an amazing look into one of the moments of our lifetime. Each capture rivets onto my memory of November 4th.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

MAKSTER says:

Intense moment. I was really feeling bad for McCain during his speech.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

jough [formerly jough] says:

Great shot of a man trying to hold in his excitement. It's been a while since we've had a thoughtful man for a president. It's going to take some getting used to.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Lapsus says:

Terrific capture of a historic moment. What a perfect finale for this long campaign.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

-DjD- says:

This is surreal... I pictured champagne corks popping, high fives, and jumping up and down...
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

FilmPhotoWeb says:

Nice pic. What size lens?
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

L_K_M says:

Perhaps he's looking somber because he's not taking pleasure in another man's defeat. Popping champagne while a great (despite some of the nasty moments of his campaign) person like McCain admits defeat just seems heartless. I hope it's something most human beings would not do - people are just surprised because they are not used to seeing this kind of humility and humanity from an American President.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

jmegawarne says:

McCain’s speech was gracious. But the reactions from the audience were embarrassingly infantile.

I would be sombre too, on either side of the political fence.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

kevin.coach says:

Historic change in America.

Through the media, we can all share in it.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

VaxG says:

Wow. I wonder what was going through his head at this particular moment.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

leshville says:

what an amazing indicator of business not as usual. i can't remember having such a seemingly candid view of the new president (or any president)
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

pomato says:

What a wonderful moment for his family, the country and the World!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

davidwatts1978 says:

great moment

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Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

AbraCadabRa 13 says:

what an amazing moment to capture.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Matt and Jordan Bucher says:

I'm surprised at how few people are actually in the room. This man has a small, tight, inner circle.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

mamitasalsita says:

what a great moment!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

rmcarrier1 says:

Wow. Historic photo.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

janejenn2005 says:

A tribute to the integrity, thoughtfulness and goodness of the man. How nice to be represented by respect once again. These are fine people and I hope they are given the respect they deserve and the cooperation that will bring us back together and make our country great. I believe our country truly wants dignity, calm, and steadiness which he has exhibited throughout this difficult campaign and is reflected in this moment.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

rikakaka says:

McCain did give a lovely speech. Made me realise what people were on about when they said that he had been a more likeable candidate back in 2000.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Happy Zombie says:

Amazing and beautiful moment/shot!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

neotamashii says:

You know what I see? I see an incredible man actually listening.

He is not celebrating with champagne and noise makers because he is listening to his opponent's speech. They had differences and Obama bested this man at what I consider his [McCain's] own game. And yet, he wants to know what he has to say and how his supporters take it.

I truly believe that by showing this humble and gracious nature, he will truly listen to the American people.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Valentina Vitols says:

This is breathtaking...seriously. It was, indeed, a gracious speech.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

rtg photography says:

You know, I've never been one to spread, share, or even acknowledge emotions when it came to politics. Call me a defensive cynic, but I've always been that way. Yet, it seems that day has come for me. I list to this man, I observe his demeanor, his hands, his eyes, even what he is watching in this image and how is is watching it, and I really do effortlessly find it in myself to believe history can take a turn.

I and everyone I can convince will be there to help you, from close and from afar, but for the sake of hope and just the pride of being a human being and an American citizen, I really count on the fact that you are not just another mirage.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

v7div says:

All the pleasure that some find in this photo can come crashing down in an instant if the man doesn't perform as "hoped." The majority of the comments I see here seems to be a perfect example of "Counting your chickens before they hatch."
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

on2wheelz says:

what a moment......
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

ahhyeah says:

It's amazing to see Flickr's role is showing this to the world. I love technology!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

norskidanmark says:

I am one of the few Norwegians who supported both Barack Obama and John McCain for president. The speech by McCain was gracious, and tells alot about a candidate. The world would have been better of with McCain in 2000 instead of Bush.

Anyway, as I supported both candidates, I am happy that a worthy candidate is set to take over the world's most important political office next year.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

pirikara says:

wait...is that FOX news?
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

RoninVision says:

Fascinating moment captured here...
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Cú Chulainn [deleted] says:

Surely there was an official photog there with a hi-res camera for such amazing moments like this. These pics, although amazing, appear to be taken with a cell phone?
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

mattrobs says:

Cu, no it's not, check the metadata. They're probably terribly small for copyright/distribution reasons.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

jesuislafille says:

this is a great picture
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

lollypop162000 says:

This is very beautiful shot.

I wonder how he looked when McCain crowd rudely booed
when McCain said his name
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Life is WONDERFUL! says:

The litle girl is so so so so cute, and she looks like her mom :D
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

tyson_y0 says:

Obama is so calm just before one of the biggest speeches of his life. It is amazing that he is watching McCain's speech just as I was.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Pete and Genevieve says:

I'll never forget where I was on this night. Best of Luck.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

chelmarie says:

This is a great shot. Obama has a look of such quiet composure, one can only guess what he is feeling inside.

My heart went out to McCain when he gave his concession speech, but I was really bothered by all the booing. That was just rude and uncalled for.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

mike_1630 says:

Amazing. Amazing night. Amazing photo.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Novus ordo seclorum says:

What was achieved on Nov. 4th is truly a victory and in no way should it be seen otherwise within its' right. But not for the same reason it is also the spark which will ignite our constitution doused over the years with the fuel of dwelling liberties by the very people it was designed to protect.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

flickRochi says:

WOW!!!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

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these shots are amazing!

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Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

paulsleow says:

The photo reminds me the importance of being a good listener.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Fabio Luiz A. Silva says:

I like Obama moment Speak and more like McCain speak... McCain é mais respeitável do que eu imaginava. Sinceramente não achava que ele reconheceria uma derrota com dignidade exacerbada em seu discurso.
Parabens Obama!
Brazil
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

nardell says:

Wow. History in the making ...
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

mikem_1944 says:

v7div: It's obvious who you voted for...nobody is counting chickens...but we have run the fox out of the hen house! Go Obama!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

latina boricua says:

I'm proud of being part of HISTORY!!!!!!!!!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Bowhaus says:

It was the middle of the night here in Berlin, but I got up to watch this historic and wonderful moment....
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

amesmb says:

Nice shot. They are showing far more class than those who booed at them. McCain's concession speech was probably the best I've ever heard, very gracious and genuine.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Maddie's Mom says:

What a story this shot tells. Very nice capture. Thanks for sharing.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

moopshop says:

wow.
barack, thanks for being awesome.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

afagen says:

Such a serious and intimate moment at this historic occasion.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

JH&VH says:

wow.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

StanAAngel 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.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Leon Jacobs says:

Captures the evening. Best shot of the set.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

starsonvelvet says:

Great capture of an incredible moment! Good work, Mr. Katz. :)
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Lightning Bug Creek says:

This is an amazing photo. I've been watching this photostream for as long as it has been around and this last set has made it worth it 10 fold. What an amazing thing to be able to see what was happening as history was made. Wonderful wonderful
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

rastariza says:

Something interesting...notice how Barack pretty much has the set to himself while everyone else is watching from a ridiculously acute angle? Just kinda interesting....
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

jabbrooks5 says:

Wow what a wonderful shot. We need someone who is humble and a great listener. McCain made a very gracious concession speech. The best I have ever seen him give. It was heartfelt. For thos people booing, shame on you.The people have spoken. Let us try to work together to restore this great country of ours.

For the blogger who thinks we are counting the chickens before they hatch is absurd. We are simply elated, and giving our congratulations to the best candidate and the peoples choice. I am not in all of McCain supporters face and bragging. I am just happy that I was able to see this come about in my life time. Wonderful just Wonderful.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Makaraba says:

Good Luck Mr President elect Obama, This is a Powerful Moment for America. I'm so proud to be living in this time peroid.
I feel America is in good hands now.
And I'm sure glad the elections are over, it was so stressful..lol
I love all the photos,
Maya Angelou has a poem that a friend of mine said fit this moment it's called: Still I Rise..I agree with my friend.
I'm looking forward to January 20th.

Peace and Love
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

slightly-less-random says:

This truly speaks volumes.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

amandakforman says:

That's great, I wonder what must have been going through his head at that moment!
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

hmunkey says:

I wonder what was going through Obama's mind. Imagine having all those emotions, the satisfaction, and the relief going through your head all at once.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Josh Newlove says:

This image is so moving! A valuable piece of social photojournalism. It really documents the moment and is so successful at transfering through to the viewer.

Brilliant!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Je Moeder 2008 says:

very moving indeed, but why not check this out
Posted 5 weeks ago. ( permalink )

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