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The whole world had a stake in what occurred today.

I'm hopeful this will mark the start of a greater understanding between different countries and a more respectful global community. We can only hope.

Good on America for taking a chance on who is areally an untested politician. I don't believe he is the "lesser of two evils" as Yeah puts it. I believe he has the character and fortitude to really make a difference.

I thought his speech tonight was truly inspirational. Some of those scenes were amazing.

paleface101

16 years

So, how long before Obama does a Blair and breaks all our hearts? I remember the hope and joy of 1997, and look where that got us. This is a massive step forward for America (and hopefully the world), don't get me wrong, I just think that we're all used to politicians' bullshit and can't take anything at face value. My fingers are crossed, but I don't think he'll make that much difference.

markp91

16 years

Congrats to every Obama-fan/voter/lover around. He deserved to win. Let's hope he's good. But I wouldn't be too excited: this is just the beginning. I believe George Bush was also popular when he started. Look at what he is now.

yeah

16 years

Originally posted by paleface101:So, how long before Obama does a Blair and breaks all our hearts? I remember the hope and joy of 1997, and look where that got us. This is a massive step forward for America (and hopefully the world), don't get me wrong, I just think that we're all used to politicians' bullshit and can't take anything at face value. My fingers are crossed, but I don't think he'll make that much difference.

Amen.

Yogi

16 years

Originally posted by markp91:Congrats to every Obama-fan/voter/lover around. He deserved to win. Let's hope he's good. But I wouldn't be too excited: this is just the beginning. I believe George Bush was also popular when he started. Look at what he is now.

Ok, but what about the second time he was elected? We in Europe thought: "Now Americans know that man is a joke so they won't repeat their mistakes." And what happened?

So...this is really huge.

And I'm happy because Obama's partly my colleague...he studied Political Sciences which I'm studying at the moment.

I went to English class early in the morning and everyone's so excited about Obama being elected that we spent hour and a half discussing it.

MWSAH

16 years

I'm glad Obama won, it's refreshing in some way. Especially after 8 years of Bush. I honestly don't know what kind of president he will be, but it's hard to be a worst president than mr. Bush.

Obama starts with two military conflicts and an economical crisis. Not the best starting point. I wish him luck, I think he has the skills to become one of the best, but that remains to be seen.

MacStripey

16 years

Originally posted by anstratdubh1979:We got out country back!

Yes we can, yes we did... and yes we shall move forward in a positive manner...

Obama's Hope trumps Bush/McCainps politics of fear!

well done, Americans, well done

JohnnyVOXX

16 years

Well I just read about the results... I wasn't able to follow last night's broadcast.....
Congratulations for those who voted, either for Obama or McCain, I feel very happy for the big participation all Americans had on this elections...

and also, all my best wishes for Obama and I really hope he can bring CHANGE to America!!!