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It feels like a brand new day, and I'm pleased to be in it. I am so happy for our country.
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Edit: Here is my take on the tone of the campaign and my hopes for our approach moving forward.
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Highest position: 9 on Thursday, March 26, 2009

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jon from Maine says:

My feelings exactly!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

skvidal says:

I've been missing luma the wondermutt.

And I like the sign.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Anita & Greg says:

A proud day for America.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Thruhike98 says:

Like the Mom of Thruhike98 told me:
Let’s replace the hate of 09/11/2001 with the hope of 11/04/2008.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

sleepyneko says:

this is great! (and i'm glad to see it didn't involve breaking the law :-) and this is also appropriate given obama is going to get a dog soon :-)
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Anita & Greg says:

Not just any dog from what I've heard,
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

maryboz says:

I'm happy too!

What could be more exciting than going to live in the White House? Taking a puppy with you!
That was the best line of the night.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

tee4tia says:

as a Canadian, I couldn't be more proud of the US. Let's pray for Obama to endure and overcome the daunting task he has before him.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Thruhike98 says:

: They were considering a Standard Poodle. :)

: You're right! And definitely not a "wondermutt", ehem, . ;)

: Isn't that great!?!?
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Thruhike98 says:

Here is my take on the tone of the campaign and my hope for our approach moving forward.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

tee4tia says:

I read your piece, the history of slandering opponents is as long as the political history of your nation. But that it really had a negative effect on McCain's methods of campaigning gives me hope that just maybe we have evolved somewhat.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

gr8pups-BJ says:

Yes, Luma! We can!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Tri_Poodle [deleted] says:

Poodles for Obama!!!!
We are all so happy!
Woooooof!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Foxxy & Baldr says:

I am so happy, I still have goosebumps and tears of joy in my eyes.
Obama showed that he could remain calm during the nastiness that was thrown at him on the campaign trail, and I truly believe that he will have a bipartisan approach as he said in his speech.

I have to say that I am a bit concerned if they do get a Standard Poodle, I can only imagine what "breeders" will pop up all over trying to profit off the new Presidential puppy. I hope he rescues a mutt :)

It's a brand new day, and "Yes, we can"
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

SpooAddict & the SpooCrew says:

Yes, I too am worried about the rash of impulse Standard Poodle buys if the first dog is a Spoo. Remember the 101 Dalmations fiasco? Taco bell Chihuahuas? It would be great if he would adopt a rescue, what great things that would do if the President supported Rescue!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Jean Arf says:

Nice blog post. Agree with everyone in saying I hope they adopt a rescue/stray. It would set a nice example. As much as I am happy and relieved, also disappointed about Prop 8 in California, and the other anti-gay props that passed. I think it will change, however.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

luvlymikimoto says:

Love the blog - thank you for your common sense. It baffles me that, up to the very end, people were willing to believe the nonsense out there about President-elect Obama ("he's a terrorist/Marxist/radical/Muslim who won't produce his 'real' birth certificate" - huh?) but, then again, some of those same people also believe in crop circles. ;-(.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Foxxy & Baldr says:

Did Prop 8 pass, I know it was close... that is truly disappointing. I just don't get it, I don't understand how it hurts others if two people get to marry.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Jean Arf says:

Yes, looks like Prop 8 passed. Sad. We should have same rights, same responsibilities for everybody, that's American.

luvlymikimoto, you're in MSP, right? My friend there tells me if Coleman survives the recount, she thinks there will be a recall owing to his ethical lapses.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

luvlymikimoto says:

I doubt there's the stomach for a recall unless someone can find a smoking gun somewhere. For now, I'll just hope like hell a recount will move Al's way. Coleman is a rotten human being - he cares about what he can get for himself, no matter what the issue. Years ago I had the grand misfortune of having to work with him on a single, stupid issue. He's a prick and a selfish jerk and puts the "stink" in the word carpetbagger. (Ooooooooom - gotta take my chill pill.) And I am mortified by California right now - enshrining discrimination into the state constitution is inexcusable.

Sorry, . Didn't mean to highjack your picture comments.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Thruhike98 says:

Yes, we can!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Thruhike98 says:

I'm disappointed to hear Prop. 8 passed. I am surprised a state would codify the restriction/removal of rights from a group of people.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

tracy out west says:

Hurray for Luma! When I ordered my yard signs, t-shirts etc. from the Obama online store, I was disappointed I never saw Obama dog collars -- otherwise, Petey would be wearing one right now. Obama showed that he's definitely cut out for the Presidency, now that he's worked "puppy" into his speeches :-)))

Last night I was leaving a conference at a downtown hotel about 8pm, and people were cheering in the lobby bar as if the Broncos were winning the SuperBowl. A hotel employee -- who happened to be a black guy named Mohammed -- asked me what the noise was about. I was so happy to say "Obama is gonna win!!" What a country :-)

Wait. Are you saying crop circles aren't real?
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Jean Arf says:

luvlymikimoto, tell us how you REALLY feel. LOL. My Minnesota friends feel the same way you do about Norm, some of them have had "up close and personal" interaction as well. Not so very Minnesota nice.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Layla 'n Pip says:

Yay -- another poodle for Obama. Definitely a feel-good photo.

I am so glad that the public took the tone of the campaign for what it was -- desperation. I am also hopeful that this election is historic not simply because we elected a black man, but that it marks a new era in American politics where we accept or reject a candidate on the basis of their ideas and vision for the country, not because of the latest sound bite/smear/pandering to the lowest common denominator.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Thruhike98 says:

I thought y'all might like this photo I took today in front of the White House. It's really gonna happen. :)

Layla 'n Pip: Very well said! I hope that means the negative sound bite/smear/pandering will be abandoned as an ineffective technique. Not sure we can count on folks being smart enough to find better approaches, but I sure hope they do.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

tracy out west says:

Thanks for the link -- love the DipDive musical montage.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

PhotoMuse! says:

What an appropriate picture especially with the line for his daughters.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

mathamgri-pulling doubles says:

I hope they go for a Spoo! A Spoo could set things right by 2010! Better times ahead!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

jon from Maine says:

Little did Luma know how much dialog would be generated w/such a simple sign!

I share the sentiments expressed - we'd make a great support group, reinforcing one another's views!

I do worry that the smear tactics had a positive effect for the Republican party and, had the economy not tanked and someone at least remotely qualified for VP had been chosen, the outcome may have been different. Obama also managed to deflect the outrageous charges - I'm not quite sure how - and I think few people could pull that off. Look at the Swiftboat treatment that stuck on Kerry and how McCain himself was run out of the 2000 election. Those who didn't want to believe, didn't. Those who did, did. The vitriol in so many comments at the end of news articles are truly scary. Hopefully they reflect the feelings of a small (but certainly vocal) minority. I'm not sure. From what I understand, though, Obama himself was saying to relax and trust the American people. He was correct!

It was wonderful, refreshing to listen to Obama's acceptance speech last night and realize we had, once again, an articulate president. To paraphrase: Intelligent at last! Intelligent at last!

(Who needs a blog when you can post these comments on someone's photostream?!)
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

tee4tia says:

I hope you don't mind that we hijacked your photo.
I just want to say that I really think it would be bad for any pure bred to be in the white house, that would lead to much popularity and then you know what happens. I think it should be a mutt from the local shelter. A trend that may set a much needed precedence. Just an opinion.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Carine06 says:

Great image.

Congratulations!
Your photo makes us feel good!
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Come in, join and have fun!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Thruhike98 says:

: Hijack away! I'm enjoying the discussion. :)
Posted 14 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 14 months ago. ( permalink )

tee4tia says:

that was really great, thanks. Look what you started Luma :0)
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

poodlenose says:

Woo, I'm late to this party! We've been overjoyed and exhausted since Tuesday night...following it all so closely, hoping hoping hoping hoping hoping hoping hoping hoping for change, and then -- YES!!!!

Prop 8 is really disappointing here in CA...I'm hoping (again) for repeal. It's only a matter of time. The Mormon church and the Catholic church were the two biggest funders of Prop 8. I guess they're not exactly going away, but the cultural shift is happening, people!

Teh gay, and teh atheists...two more hurdles to go. Maybe by 2108 our country will be civilized enough to be really inclusive. Our grandpoodles will see the day...

Glad to see sweet Luma here; I've missed the TH98 family!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

poodlenose says:

Sleepyneko, others; Are the Obamas still considering a standard poodle?! I worry that it will make them seem more "elitist". Not that I'm buying into that...

Maureen Dowd predicts a goldendoodle.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

cjh85 says:

I guess ACORN registered him to vote too ;-)
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

cjh85 says:

How about a Heinz 57. Maybe that's what he was thinking about when he stated there were 57 states. Just a thought.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

cainbot says:

Poodles for Obama! Yay, Luma!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

illi.etsy.com says:

Pretty dog :)

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Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

Judithsviews says:

I try to keep politics out of Dogs Hope flickr site, but of course I am thrilled by your post. We all need to work as hard as we can to help this man make a real difference. I'm as happy as I could be. Do hope he adopts a nice mixed breed dog for his family. I am realistic enough to realize that he has a lot on his plate, but like most things - if people work together, a lot can be accomplished.
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

mymahalo says:

This is such a perfect shot. Beautiful...
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

dangoranson says:

great picture
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

Chase & Chance says:

This picture makes me smile.
Posted 12 months ago. ( permalink )

poodlenose says:

Luma, all our dreams are coming true! Thanks for your help ;-)
Posted 11 months ago. ( permalink )

tracy out west says:

This photo is still one of my faves. Love how you saturated the color in only the sign.
Posted 10 months ago. ( permalink )

m+m+t says:

Congratulations on your new + might i say, much improved PRESIDENT. Luma, you are obviously a wise dog with an exceptional political nose for sniffing out a better future.
The world thanks you for voting in OBAMA!
Yes you did!

Thruhike you almost exclusively wear bow ties?
... treking, out with the dogs ... when?
Posted 10 months ago. ( permalink )

Thruhike98 says:

Thanks M+M+T. It's nice to hear from another part of the globe. You're right, Luma has quite a nose for these things.

Ah, let me clear that up re. the bow ties:
When I wear a tie, it's almost exclusively a bow tie.
Not: I wear a bow tie almost all the time, or I wear only bow ties (and nothing else). :)
Posted 10 months ago. ( permalink )

m+m+t says:

Now i' m even more concerned!
Posted 10 months ago. ( permalink )

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