Congratulations Barack Obama!

[jazzcat]

Congratulations Senator.. I hope with all of my heart that I am wrong about you and that you are just what this country needs.

My feelings exactly!

Obama wasn't my choice but he has my respect as President-elect and I hope he can keep that respect once in office.

Congratulations on this historic election.

[carole]

Congratulations America,all obama supporters ,what a wonderful day in history this will be, i think only good can come from it and i for one was pleased to see Mr Obama elected, however i have to wait and see if he will be as forthcoming with the fair trade deal we had proposed with the US, McCain was our best bet there, he was 100 per cent for it, so i hope Barrack does not let us down here.

I was so sad that his grandmother did not live just one more day to see her grandson elected, how very sad,but i am sure if she is in heaven,she is smiling down upon him and letting her presence be known.

I did not see Mccain speech ,but i heard it was great too,I can well understand how the voters who voted for him will be feeling today and my empathy goes out to them, we have our big election for government this saturday, and i will be gutted if our present government does not get re-elected,this election in the US could well have an effect on our voters, they may decide after all it is time for a change down under as well,I am hoping not.

Anyhow hope you all have a good day.

[Flatcoatluver]

I personally am very excited! His speech was amazing!

[Catty1]

I don't recall where I heard it - but that McCain and the Democrats each have a history of working 'across the floor' to unite in helping their country.

I hope this results in a total powerhouse team for the USA!

[DJFyrewolf36]

I am happy to see Obama win honestly. I hope though that we get 4 years of action and change instead of four years of failed promises and things "just not working out"

I was impressed by McCains speech, very eloquent and well thought out. Bravo to him (and his speech writer )

[sirrahbed]

America is happier because we don't have to see those d@mn commercials anymore LOL

Ok maybe it's just me

I agree - it was the political phonecalls that was starting to really make me GRUMPY!! So there - I *am* happier today

Congratulations Senator.. I hope with all of my heart that I am wrong about you and that you are just what this country needs.

My feelings exactly!

Obama wasn't my choice but he has my respect as President-elect and I hope he can keep that respect once in office.

Congratulations on this historic election.

I can't think of much else to say so will just agree with Lori and daughter sirrahsim. I am sad about the results but see that it was very much what the public wanted. I am very happy to have been able to witness this election of our very first black president - just hope he is the right individual. I truly hope with all my heart that my fears are wrong. God bless America and our leaders. I am as proud to be American as I ever was.

[Pembroke_Corgi]

I just wanted to chime in and say WOO HOO!! Congrats to soon-to-be President Obama and his family!

[sumbirdy]

I truly hope with all my heart that my fears are wrong. .

I agree. My choice was McCain and I have doubts about Obama. I hope he is what America needs and really hope America didn't make a mistake. After all the majority wanted BUSH in the White house too, twice! And now almost everyone is complaining about him. I hope the same doesn't become of Obama. I hope this "change" is for the better and not the worse. I hope he proves me wrong about him.

Congrats Mr. Obama.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

I hope he is what America needs and really hope America didn't make a mistake. After all the majority wanted BUSH in the White house too, twice!

Congrats Mr. Obama.

No the majority only voted for Bush the SECOND time. Al Gore had the popular vote the first time but lost because of the mess up in Florida voting. How could you forget the endless recounts?

The second time, they were hoping he would fix the mess he made the first time.

I'm hoping Obama will surprise everyone. He not only has to try and fix Bush's messes, he will be the standard every African American who runs for president in the future will be compaired to. I'm sure he will be the best president he can possibly be.

[carole]

I think he has a very difficult job ahead of him, but I wish him well, and I hope he does America proud.

K9Karen, not sure if people know who the Prime Minister of NZ is ,but she is a WOMAN Helen Clark, and has been for three terms, nine years, i am hoping another three coming up tomorrow, fingers and paws crossed.

[sumbirdy]

No the majority only voted for Bush the SECOND time. Al Gore had the popular vote the first time but lost because of the mess up in Florida voting. How could you forget the endless recounts? :rolleyes

I was only 11 then. I'm not much into politics now and I sure wasn't then.

[Catty1]

I love this one....

[Randi]

... and Congratulations to all American's for getting such a nice guy for your next president! I believe he has what it takes!

I just watched his Press Conference and I think he did pretty well! There will be good changes over the next four years, I believe. Let's also hope he gets the dog from a shelter for his daughter.

[lizbud]

I'm hoping Obama will surprise everyone. He not only has to try and fix Bush's messes, he will be the standard every African American who runs for president in the future will be compaired to. I'm sure he will be the best president he can possibly be.

I realise that some are doubtful of this man, but I'm convinced he is the
real deal. Obama is intelligent,thoughtful, and cares about ALL Americans.

He will carry a heavy load because of the mess that the outgoing
goverment leaders left us, but I believe he is up to the job. He will
be a great role model for young men & women.

[momoffuzzyfaces]

I noticed today during his press conference, he didn't let them rattle him. He seems to want to take his time and look into things and all possible solutions before he acts, not just jump in gun ho and make things worse.