The 44th President of the United States of America, Barack Obama

"The road ahead will be long. Our climb will be steep. We may not get there in one year or even one term, but America - I have never been more hopeful than I am tonight that we will get there. I promise you - we as a people will get there.

There will be setbacks and false starts. There are many who won't agree with every decision or policy I make as President, and we know that government can't solve every problem. But I will always be honest with you about the challenges we face. I will listen to you, especially when we disagree. And above all, I will ask you join in the work of remaking this nation the only way it's been done in America for two-hundred and twenty-one years - block by block, brick by brick, calloused hand by calloused hand."

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"America, we have come so far. We have seen so much. But there is so much more to do. So tonight, let us ask ourselves - if our children should live to see the next century; if my daughters should be so lucky to live as long as Ann Nixon Cooper, what change will they see? What progress will we have made?

This is our chance to answer that call. This is our moment. This is our time - to put our people back to work and open doors of opportunity for our kids; to restore prosperity and promote the cause of peace; to reclaim the American Dream and reaffirm that fundamental truth - that out of many, we are one; that while we breathe, we hope, and where we are met with cynicism, and doubt, and those who tell us that we can't, we will respond with that timeless creed that sums up the spirit of a people:

Yes We Can. Thank you, God bless you, and may God Bless the United States of America."

President Elect Barack Obama
Grant Park, Chicago, IL

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wintergarden - hibernating [deleted] says:

Yes. that speech was awesome, I was moved to tears.

Fantastic portrait. I'm so glad and thrilled it has no name.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

shawnwall says:

I still can't believe this is real. The speech was simply amazing, and I look forward to many more to inspire me, and inspire us all. America will once again have a real leader.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

nonac. says:

celebratory cocktails tonight, Kelly's, w/out question, 5:30/6??
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

wintergarden - hibernating [deleted] says:

I had to come back just to edit my comment to say just that... that it is real... so hard to believe yet very, very true.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

dogfaceboy says:

So now you can change your name to sey ew nac?
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

eloy cortinez m says:

it is your picture?? great!!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

decom says:

I hope he sticks to his policies. Except as far as abortion and same-sex "marriage" are concerned.

I'm still hopeful that he may not move forward on his promise to sign a bill that would roll back the restrictions on abortion.

Even though I disagree with Obama's positioning on the above issues, I'm still thrilled that the US citizens elected a black president!

May he be a good president, and may God work through him, as He can work through any leader.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Mylens* says:

So, ready to go to Washington next January?
You helped him a lot, my friend.
You so deserve to be in the first row!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

nathalie booth says:

I was so moved when I heard the news this morning I cried, this is a great day, so full of hopes
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

InsatiablySassy says:

What a beautiful hopeful amazing speech. I was moved to tears. What an amazing day!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

nonac. says:

yes, a crop of a larger full frame
yes, I am going to D.C. for the inauguration, w/out question!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Mylens* says:

Don't forget a heavy coat:)))
Oh, and your camera!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

penelope's odyssey says:

Feeling celebratory.

Thank you for voting for the sake of the world. We all need this big change. Now we dare to hope again.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

rjptn says:

I'm an American living abroad. (Italy) The excitement here in Europe is enormous. My wife and I were talking about our emotions over Obama's election which we have been so hopeful for. Our primary feeling is that finally the U.S. government will once again be in safe hands. Congratulations America!!!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Hryck. says:

I get the feeling that I'll be saying this a lot today, but I feel so good about America right now.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

gwendolyn true says:

I've never been so excited about politics in my life - woke up with great joy and anticipation today, knowing that we have elected a great, great man. His speeches will inspire this country for generations. Your advocacy has been inspiring, too!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

jive turkey says:

Oh HELL yeah. Beautiful. Woke up with such hope today...I feel like we're finally headed in a positive direction.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

zog29er says:

We did it!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

who is yoohoo says:

: ) so full of emotion words fail me .....: ))
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Brunocerous says:

so many tears for the amazing feat by the American people and our new president, and all the sacrifices of all those who came before
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

{Pamphile} says:

Hooray!!! I am still stunned, happy, and amazed!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

♥Amy Louise says:

i am so so so happy he president!! :-)
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

notraces says:

I'm still crying... we have overcome...
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

pishee says:

FTW!!!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Mark Griffith says:

He gave a great speech. It was a great historical moment. I am excited to see what he can do now to back it up, as he said we've got a lot of work to do.
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Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Cynner_SF says:

yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay! i'm so thrilled. and relieved.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Akfirebug says:

Its about Time!!!! Loved the speech! Looking forward to the future!!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

decom says:

seen on a blog I read daily (the person was writing about a little kid's reaction to the news about the election):

"He was fascinated by words like “election” and “vote” and “President.” And he always likes it when he hears a word on the radio that he can relate to—”Mom, he said Pennsylvania!” (where my family lives).
He also heard a new name countless times. He’s been trying to say it all morning. The one that makes me laugh the most is “Gorocko Bama.”"
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

cowboy_montgomery says:

The most amazing thing for me was to see the children who go to school with my kids (elementary school!) so happy about this. They were chanting a whopping this morning.

The teachers were sort of trying to calm them down and hush them a bit, but they were all so happy too. This means everything to the kids and they know it. Little kids. I've never seen anything like it.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

keenkellie says:

Yes!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

g.originals says:

amen!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Nubian ∑agle ©™ (catching up) says:

Yes! Yes! Hell yes!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

gwilmore says:

Nice capture here! Looks like you took it months ago and decided to unveil it at a more appropriate time. :-)
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

kel1 says:

i was all ready to lecture you on being in town and not getting a hold of me to hang out and then i read the tags. heehee.

super pic of our new president. hooray!!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

shashamane says:

The best news in a long time. Great result, for the whole world! :)

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Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Mr Puma x] says:

:]
this is amazingg
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

flyngmoose says:

Yess!!!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

colur says:

Nice image. Really good clarity. I was in Times Square last night when they announced his winning and man it was crazy how much people were screaming and yelling. Congrats.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

CARMON rinehart says:

O.M.G.
O-ba-ma
Oh hell yeah!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

art_es_anna says:

Obama!!!!!!!!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

annfrau says:

fantastic!!!!!!
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Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

BB (O.ö) says:

He's a world wide inspiration..
Lets see what he is capable of... :)*

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Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

bluewinx15(Away) says:

congrats!!!

seen in
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Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

sfdgedrfg [deleted] says:

great shot my friend
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Ced98 says:

You're so strong : 1/30s @ 400mm and no troubles.... Lucky man !! ;)
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Steiner62 (An Animal & his Anima) says:

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Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Alt.Frames says:

Beautiful capture of a great man slayin' the dragon with hope...

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Slayin' the Dragon: Workplace Photography, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Ivone. says:

Yes We Can!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

mariczka says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Portrait★Faces: (the cream of...), and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

bianks says:

Wow!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Lucid Images says:

Change Has Come to America!

Personal Homage to Barack Obama, President Elect 2008.
Wait for music to start streaming.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

~jjjohn~ says:

Congratulazioni!
Foto in Explore! :)
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

* cate * says:

this gives me goosebumps.
these are amazing times.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

wintergarden - hibernating [deleted] says:

Front page now!!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

pickensart says:

He looks quite presidential
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

nikonjim says:

Wonderful shot!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

merlinospace says:

Obama Obama Obama Obama Obama Obama Obama Obama Obama!!!!!! We are in Italy and we hope he should change.. the way of the world! After the Bush's black hole!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

GregÔry says:

yes! a big congrats from France! great shot too...! :)
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

righecolorate says:

welcome Mr. President..
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

let love in says:

seeing this on explore made my day. fantastic shot, fantastic speech, it's going to be a fantastic next four years. "yes we can" has become "yes we did" (:
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

leafy says:

... i didn't get out until nearly 8PM last night ... sorry i couldn't join you ...
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

nonac. says:

next time...perhaps we have chow chow @ Dinette, it's right near you
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

skweeky says:

Yes you did ! America like we love, welcome back in the World !
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Salva Mira says:

Congrats world !!!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

eScapes Photo says:

Whew.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Foto Fransen says:

Change has come to many nations through Barack Obama, and through the courage you, as Americans have shown in electing him. I am a Canadian, and as a neighbor, we no longer feel like a mouse trying to live in the elephants cage.

Yes, you did. Thank you America. The future is brighter for the world.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

leafy says:

unfortunately, we still have a lot of nutjobs out there ... let's "out" them and their fear and ignorance by shining the light of reason into the dark corners and watch them scatter like cockroaches ...
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

nonac. says:

that racist, disgusting comment was deleted, John
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

leafy says:

... they didn't have the balls to use a pro account ... coz they know they would have risked getting terminated ... the scum ...
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

pitshi says:

I'm jst happy that he is the president of USA even if i don't live there i love him a lot!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

carrymeaway08 says:

You must BE the change you wish to see in the world."
- Mahatma Ghandi

WELCOME MR. PRESIDENT!

I am SO exited and so is the world!!

intelligent, inspirational, and yes....handsome! :0)
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Yanaki says:

As an Australian, I congratulate all Americans in restoring our faith in your country. Please embrace your new President and allow him to create the change the US and the world need.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Fu3r says:

As an Italian, I congratulate all Americans in restoring our faith in your country. Please embrace your new President and allow him to create the change the US and the world need.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

g.originals says:

The way the whole world is embracing this man is so incredible. YES WE CAN!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

mzchea says:

I'm still on a natural high from that night.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

alieneyesation says:

shall we join the the world again?.....;o)
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Rhett Redelings says:

I can't tell you how envious I am that you had this opportunity to photograph our next President. In any case, this is an excellent shot that I don't think I'd have been able to pull off.

Thank you.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

digital kid2007 says:

Great shot and what a great moment in history.
I pray that god will guide him to become a great leader of all men and a friend to all nations.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

* monica says:

You are a Obama fanatic!! ;)
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

nonac. says:

definitely a supporter...
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

ndrgrnd says:

again this guy?

yeah, total change, lets sit and wait wars ongoing stopping, Guantanamo closed, public health... lets see...

at least Iran has won four more years of peace, what you vote there has big consecuences, said that, im pro obama too, but... lets wait
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Friendly Joe says:

Nice shot, C!
Can't believe the story AP ran yesterday regarding threats and so on..
Just hope people get over it and move on.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

c h r i s t a b e l l e ✿ says:

amazing portrait!
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

newyork music says:

Kool photo. Obama rocks. nopolicestate.blogspot.com , nopolicestategirl.net
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

phamalamb says:

what a great shot. he looks so dignified. i know he'll make us proud. :)
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

lat454205 / Lisa says:

Have fun next week....

Only 5,000 porta potties will be at the inauguration with 3 million people attending. Needed to give you something to smile about. ; )
Posted 10 months ago. ( permalink )

pickensart says:

Thank Mr.Obama for allowing us to share in the history he's creating.
Posted 10 months ago. ( permalink )

notraces says:

you know -- it's hard for me to read these words again without tearing up -- AND -- getting a little anxious for the days and years ahead. President Obama -- wow -- he's got his hands full. It's going to be interesting - and exciting...
Posted 10 months ago. ( permalink )

gwendolyn true says:

President Obama! Doesn't it feel fantastic to say that at last? Watching the inauguration today was unlike anything I've experienced. It finally feels good to be an American again!
Posted 10 months ago. ( permalink )

lisa-skorpion says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Die Erinnerungen, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 10 months ago. ( permalink )

*xCady& kiTtY says:

Man I LoVe EVERYthing he Sayz
Posted 10 months ago. ( permalink )

Nuragic Man says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Flickr Global, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Thanks.
Posted 6 months ago. ( permalink )

tsevis says:

Go
President OBAMA!
Posted 5 months ago. ( permalink )

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