Barack Obama wins race for White House

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Posted: 11:06 PM Nov 4, 2008
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Senator Barack Obama will be the next president in the White House with Vice President Joe Biden.

As the clock struck 11 PM Eastern, the polls for parts of the West Coast closed and Barack Obama was projected to eclipse the 270 electoral votes needed to win the presidency.

Obama wrapped up California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii, pushing him past 270 votes.

The junior senator from Illinois is the first ever African-American president.

Obama won the presidency by snagging states that voted for President Bush in 2004 as well as grabbing a huge percentage of voters under 30.

Lake County did two things Tuesday night it couldn't in May: count the votes in a timely fashion and help deliver the state of Indiana to Barack Obama.

Obama was declared the winner shortly after 2 a.m., beating John McCain by nearly 23,000 votes to become the first Democrat to capture Indiana in 44 years.

Senior advisers for Arizona Senator John McCain said he was "fine" but felt "he let his staff and supporters down."

No matter what, the 2008 election was going to be historic. If McCain and running mate Sarah Palin won, McCain would have become the oldest President in office, while Palin would have become the first female vice-president in history.

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Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 11, 2008 at 10:10 AM
shaniqua = another race bating,Druggy Limbaugh-Sean Klannity listening,hate mongering bigot My guess; He's from Granger or Osceola

Posted by: To Shaniqua on Nov 11, 2008 at 06:27 AM
Please learn how to spell. You have some very sick views. Jesus is our one and only messiah. And you are a blatant racist. Shaniqua's comments only further prove how blinded people are by this man. She's blinded by his race and thinks he's her savior. It is sad and outrageous how some people are so easily fooled.

Posted by: C Location: Mishawaka on Nov 10, 2008 at 10:18 PM
And you need to pay your own bills Shaniqua. To think you shouldn't be responsible for your own self is a shame- anyone would tell you that. "Pay our bills for us?" That is a sad comment.

Posted by: C Location: Mishawaka on Nov 10, 2008 at 10:13 PM
That was a little over the top Shaniqua. There is racism in this world still today unfortunately, but you know most people, white and black, don't harbor hate toward other races. And you cannot blame those years of oppression on those that had nothing to do with it- your putting it all into one basket, as you feel some others have put you into it. You cannot generalize a certain race when your defining what they think and feel. There will always be a difference no matter what.

Posted by: Anon on Nov 10, 2008 at 05:02 PM
Lori what world do you live in? Sure isn't mine. After 8 years of Bush in office this country is totally screwed up. You sit there blaming the Democrats but if I am not mistaken Bush is a Rebuplican. Under his administration I have lost everything from my job to my house. Obama will not change it over night maybe not even in 4 years but hopefully he will make a dent to clean up Bush's mess. So stop blaming Demos and open your eyes...

Posted by: shaniqua Location: tha bend on Nov 10, 2008 at 03:42 PM
The mesiah has come, all you haters will get yours. The mesiah will stop black on black violance and pay our bills for us! Sisters and Brothers after all those years of oppresion it is our turn to be the oppresors not the oppressed.

Posted by: Toby Location: South Bend on Nov 9, 2008 at 07:22 PM
It's starting already, folks. He's gonna stop offshore drilling from the get-go. How much did you enjoy gas prices less than $2.00 per gallon? Merry Christmas....that will be the end of that little joy.

Posted by: emily Location: indianapolis on Nov 9, 2008 at 07:14 PM
wow, Tony-it's great that you're so self sufficient. Hope that you don't have parents on Medicare. And, maybe you could move to Alaska-and leave the USA-Palin and her husband know all about that!

Posted by: Lori Location: ca on Nov 9, 2008 at 06:45 PM
J: Bush has nothing to do with you not having any money, he just aggravated the problem. Most of the laws that put this country into the position that it is in; we're put into play when Carter was in office. Most of the following presidents also had their pet projects that were signed into law, but didn't take effect until they were well out of office, due to existing statues. I also do not have the mentality that I have to have everything now, no credit card debt, and drive a 14 yr old vehicle. What little money I did have I invested wisely, and safely- double tax free municipal bonds work wonders. Bills like NAFTA, caused a lot of these companies to take their jobs elsewhere, and I don't believe that was Bush that signed that bill!!! Housing market crisis started with the deregulations and progressed on downward from the Carter Admin. Start reading the congressional website to see what all of these people are voting on in your behalf. You'll get an eyeful.

Posted by: x-Resident Location: The World on Nov 9, 2008 at 04:33 PM
Yes, Tony, I chose to leave because my mind is open. I do hope to come back but S. (Chicago) I mean, South Bend wasn't my first choice even though I was born and raised there. Now you know how the rest of us felt waiting for our next election (Obama) because for the first time in our adult lives we are proud of our country! Do you even know the difference between socialism and communism? Only the US trades with Communist China more than any other country. Jealous? of What? Your High gun crime, stabbings (didn't SB suffer 10 shootings in 2 weeks)? Or maybe the drug war in USA? Or denying Gays rights? Pluuze. They are not jealous of the USA, they love their peaceful quiet, no crime rate neighborhoods where they roll up the sidewalks at 9pm. I wonder if you're not a little embarrassed now? America, you are the greatest land only if you stop the crime, poverty, greed, drug war, gay war, God's war, racism and whining. Yes, We. Can.

Posted by: CJ Location: Mishawaka on Nov 9, 2008 at 11:51 AM
So much back and forth, but everyone is entitled to their opinion-the 244 comments shows that. Look, McCain has zero experience on the economy- one of his staffers said,"if we talk about the economy we're going to lose." How reassuring to those that feel the ecomomy is the #1 issue among the majority of Americans, and for good reason. McCain had something new to talk about everyday, unlike Obama who was consistent it what mattered most to us. He did this because he knew the momentum was shifting to Obama and tried to play catch up. People didn't buy into his "trying to save face" approach. And as far as Palin goes "To CJ" "intelligent" you say she is? I'm confident the majority of Americans would contradict that big time. You probably think her IQ is relative to Einsteins then. Sorry, but look at the numbers on Nov. 4th once again. McCain in the membrane.

Posted by: Good citizen Location: Granger on Nov 9, 2008 at 09:31 AM
I am moving to Mexico, until Obama is gone

Posted by: Tony Location: mishawaka on Nov 9, 2008 at 08:17 AM
I have my own guns, private library, water hose, retirement plan and I do not call terrorist in foriegn countries. yes, I am against socialism.

Posted by: Aurea Location: LP on Nov 9, 2008 at 06:00 AM
To Obama?- Sorry, but I think I did make the right choice. (And I am not ignorant on the economy and I do own land.) Everyone crying about the Obama being a Socialist should take a good look at programs like Social Security, Medicaid, and Medicare not to mention the bailout plan and many other examples on the government giving out money. The point about New Orleans was that the Federal Government was notably absent in one of the worst events in US history NOT protecting citizens rights. Sorry, but the fact of the matter is that your vote is worth not a bit more nor a smidge less than mine, and neither is your opinion. Equal. As I said before, we can re-access in 4 years. For now, we need to stand on a united front. PS: if a cow farts the wrong way in Indiana, the stock market drops. No, seriously, it's been going that way for a while, it will eventually swing back. They can react all they want. Now is a good time to buy. I know I am.

Posted by: J on Nov 9, 2008 at 01:39 AM
Lori:I don't know about you but after eight years of Bush and jobs moving away I don't have any money now.

Posted by: Debb Location: SB on Nov 8, 2008 at 11:54 PM
Who read the Left Behind book series ? Does this not sound like Nicolai Carpathia aka the Antichrist

Posted by: Lori Location: ca on Nov 8, 2008 at 10:31 PM
After reading some 234 comments, P've forgotten which one of you stated that Obama will be tested by foreign countries. Well, as of this date, it has already happened. Russia has already made it's threats. Black/ white doesn't make a diff, but if you wanted a black man in office, my choice would have been Colin Powell. Obama has no foreign experience! This is also a man who wants to close military bases. Dems get into office,your taxes go up, social programs go up, every thing goes up, and spending is out of control; & those working won't have any money left. If he really wants to help this country, then maybe he should really study the New Deal program that was implemted years ago. As this country needs to be re-built from the inside out. Country needs jobs, roads need desperately to be repaired, infrastructure is a disaster. Those out of work needs jobs, not social programs paid for by the rest of the working class.

Posted by: emily Location: indianapolis on Nov 8, 2008 at 08:36 PM
Tony-if you are against socialism, I hope that you never need the police dept., fire dept., library, social security or medicare. If you are against government involvement in your personal life, what about the wire tapping from the Bush folks? And, don't forget the Patriot Act.

Posted by: To CJ again on Nov 8, 2008 at 07:15 PM
There is no reasoning with someone that insists on twisting others' words. I don't think our country is going to hell because a democrat is going to be in office. I think it's going to hell because people like you have elected someone with zero experience, who has openly socialist views as well as no regard for human life and associates with terrorists. I've made those points very clear yet you didn't address any of what I said because YOU KNOW IT'S TRUE. Yet you and many others are completely blinded by this man regardless of his beliefs and actions. You would have voted for Osama Bin Laden had he been the one running for the democratic ticket this year. Too bad we all have to pay for this, and the ones who will pay the most dearly are the unborn. Heartbreaking.

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 8, 2008 at 05:46 PM
MCCAIN SUCKS, HE NEEDS TO RETIRE, MCCAIN IS ANOTHER BUSH TO!! ANY QUESTIONS ASK BUSH HE WILL TELL U ALL ABOUT MCCAIN! GO OBAMA!!!

Posted by: Tony Location: Mishawaka on Nov 8, 2008 at 04:57 PM
I've seen this pt of view in germany, cuba, china, etc. I feel bad for you that you cannot debate truth and must resort to name calling. Socialism fails. Why do people flee socialism if it is so good? read some austrian economists that escaped nazi germany and you may learn something. if you have an open mind, that is.

Posted by: J on Nov 8, 2008 at 01:00 PM
Give the guy a chance. He has not even taken office yet. He is going to get differnt views from his cabinet which will help in his decision making.

Posted by: Ray Location: Wakarusa on Nov 8, 2008 at 11:02 AM
We've going to have a new president, let's support him. There is only one hope I take from this election process. It is that the media investigates every cabinet appointee and nominated judge with the same fever that they went after "Joe the Plumber". I never realized that a perfectly lived life was required to ask questions of our prospective leaders. I suppose that leaves me out of the process. Oh, and another thing, be careful what and how you make your remarks around children. I realize that it is a diffucult time just now, we need leaders, especially if it's just in the home. Positive attitutes go along way, save your sour remarks for forums like this, where we can choose not to be influnced by them. Go Cubs!!!!

Posted by: xResident Location: The World on Nov 8, 2008 at 10:13 AM
Tony - turn off Fox news and try to open your mind and heart to another point of view. You're being an Ugly American of which I don't represent. You should be so lucky to have a fellow Hoosier changing the stereotype you so deserve.

Posted by: Tony Location: mishawaka on Nov 8, 2008 at 08:52 AM
to x-resident, we're glad you chose to leave. Please do not come back until you love this country and are not ashamed of it. I love it enough to count the days til the next election so we can rid ourselves of the socialist ideas barak insane obama wishes to force on us that remove individual liberties and lead to communism (karl marx stated this, not me) The rest of the world is jealous of our freedom and prosperity. get over your need for others' approval and be responsible for yourself. Good luck.

Posted by: x-Resident Location: The World on Nov 8, 2008 at 08:12 AM
As a Hoosier, these comments make me embarrassed to hail from Indiana. As an American living overseas, you haven't had the experience of cringing everytime you opened your mouth with your American accent only to be plunged into a debate about how Sorry Bush is. The citizens of the world would have voted for Obama (89%), not McCain, because the economy needs Democratic ideas because the Repubican ideas have failed the world. All of the world banks had to be rescued, not just American ones. Your small minds and narrow views are what we citizens abroad hear but now believe were shared by only a few, apparently most Hoosiers. Now, they smile and say - Way to Go America. You're growing up. I couldn't agree more. It's about time. Bush/McCain/Palin were an embarrassment everywhere and America did right with standing up and saying "Enough". In time, I hope you all benefit by a new Administration, but you would have never known unless we tried something/someone new.

Posted by: slickshooter Location: Mishawaka on Nov 7, 2008 at 09:18 PM
We Lived through the Clinton years I guess we can Make it through Four Stinking years of THE Obamas

Posted by: Shiloh Location: Here on Nov 7, 2008 at 08:57 PM
jne, Obama will be an awesome President. Palin will never will be President because she is way too dumb.

Posted by: William Location: Elkhart on Nov 7, 2008 at 04:54 PM
I voted for Obama because of the two choices, it made sense to me. I am pro-life, anti-war, anti-gun, anti-nafta, pro-social freedoms that respect the dignity of all persons regardless of the stupidity they sometimes display, and I am a follower of Jesus Christ. I believe that abortion is murder. I believe that sex outside of a lifelong commitment to one another is hazardous. I believe that welfare, healthcare, economics, education, and creation care will need to take a primary level of importance in the decision making team of our next administration. And most of all, not because I disagree with some of Obama's positions on these and other important issues, but because of the enormity of his task, I will pray for Barack Obama to have the strength and wisdom to guide our nation over the next several years. Enough said?

Posted by: Tony Location: mishawaka on Nov 7, 2008 at 04:02 PM
I would be careful quoting Lincoln, he destroyed the sovereignty of the individual states, leading to FDR's socialist propaganda that we all now pay in income, ss, welfare, unemployment etc. The only great thing he did was free the slaves. This should be remembered as the greatest thing he did. The rest of the things he did were crap. His policies allowed for the federal govt to trump the states which this country was never intended to live under. It was a choice to be in the union, til lincoln succesion was a viable possiblilty each state could vote on. FDR reinstituted slavery although only economic, by creating dependence on govt. Barak Insane Obama states on his website that all middle schoolers thru college MUST work for the govt doing comm svc, 50-100hrs/yr. Slavery is back. wecome chairman maobama.

Posted by: jne Location: Mishawaka on Nov 7, 2008 at 02:53 PM
We must unite folks and support our new president. A wise man once said--"But, in a larger sense, we can not dedicate,we can not consecrate, we can not hallow,this ground. The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract. The world will little note, nor long remember what we say here, but it can never forget what they did here. It is for us the living, rather, to be dedicated here to the unfinished work which they who fought here have thus far so nobly advanced. It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the great task remaining before us,that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion,that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain -- that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom -- and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth."-Abraham Lincoln

Posted by: C Location: Mishawaka on Nov 7, 2008 at 12:07 PM
Have any of you McCain supporters asked yourself how Obama turned Indiana and Ohio blue? Can you think of a legitimate unbiased reason? This state is like a stagnant pond full of blood sucking mosquitos hovering over it when it comes race. That seems to be the pattern I'm seeing here based on the subtle and not so subtle views your holding about race. Sad to see.

Posted by: CJ Location: Mishawaka on Nov 7, 2008 at 11:47 AM
To "To CJ" poster. I'm glad you pro-Republicans feel that the world is now going to hell in a handbasket because a democrat is now running the show. I'm amazed that you can see into the future of how things will be. The majority of the people in this country have spoken, because their tired of the BS. Their tired of Bush and Cheney. Two "Do Nothings" that won't be missed by the majority of the "regular folks."

Posted by: farm boy Location: Mishawaka on Nov 7, 2008 at 11:37 AM
To Posted by: emily Location: Indianapolis on Nov 6, 2008 at 10:16 AM Hear, Hear Emily. You have it right!!! Whether Ivoted for Mr. Obama or not (which I didn't) on January 20th he will be MY president. I wish him well and I will support him instead of indulging in all the hate like the Bush haters have done for the past 8 years. God bless Mr. Obama and God bless the USA!!

Posted by: Anon Location: Plymouth on Nov 7, 2008 at 11:29 AM
What kind of idiot believes he is pro-abortion? He stands for free choice. Isn't that what this country is based upon. OUR rights to make our own choices! How would you feel if you were told what religion or what profession you could be. This is no different - leaving the CHOICES to us!! I wouldn't want to live anywhere else in the world. And shame on those of you who cast such judgement on someone else.

Posted by: J on Nov 7, 2008 at 11:23 AM
I understand the stance on abortion, but no matter the law people are going to do it just like they did along time ago. A young girl had her boyfriend punch her in the stomach a few times to abort. You know the baby is suffering this too. People are to selfish to put the child up for adoption so they end up keeping them and abusing them until death or their boyfriend does. I do not think abortion is right, but I think abusing a child and the child suffering/dying or becoming handicap in some way because of abuse is a longer and more horrible death. Obama is not holding a gun to a womans head and telling her she must go this is just a decision she can make. How many abuse cases have been in the paper recently and sometime it is more than one child in a family.

Posted by: It's Location: True on Nov 7, 2008 at 10:46 AM
There's two things in life I can't stand in today's world.....one is laziness, two is stupidity......and when you look up the word Democrats in the dictionary....that's what you see....lazy and stupid!!!

Posted by: I told Location: you so on Nov 7, 2008 at 10:38 AM
You think it's bad now people, just wait....you've seen nothing yet!!!!!

Posted by: DAT Location: MI on Nov 7, 2008 at 09:56 AM
Well, so NObama won (gag). I want to know when the Turban fittings are being held. Just so you know, I won't be wearing one. They'll have to pry my gun out of my cold dead hands first. Even though I am against abortion, I am seriously thinking that maybe NObama should have been one. We'd be better off. And when he runs this country into the ground in the next 4 years (or probably sooner) don't blame me, I voted for the man who had the experience! NObama sucks!

Posted by: J on Nov 7, 2008 at 09:16 AM
Obama is not even in office yet and the next four years are going to be terrible. Why don't you wait and see what happens maybe his cabinet will give him another direction that is better. When better jobs come and the economy grows I know all of you will be enjoying the rewards. Why are you always saying he hangs with terriost. The Bush family did business with the Bin Laden family and no one even cared about that, even though Bin Laden plotted the 9/11 attacks. The money that was used for the attacks was some American money thanks to Bush. People do not seem to remember that the Iraq war was supposedly to catch Bin Laden for the devastation of 9/11. Instead Bush used it for his own selfish reasons to finish what daddy started. How short are the memories about some, but not others. He even kept saying they are still looking for Bin Laden. I think the soldiers have been there long enough to find him. They certainly found Saddam.

Posted by: To "CJ" on Nov 7, 2008 at 07:07 AM
"CJ", you've left several comments and I cannot help but address them. In your post bashing Sarah Palin you ask "is this who you would want in the oval office if something should happen to McCain?" Answer: Yes. She is incredibly intelligent and has very high morals - unlike the incoming administration. Also - why attack her, she already lost! I think some liberals are feeling threatened already about 2012. As they should be. And yes, I'd want her in office - I would vote for livestock over Barack Hussein Obama. CJ, another comment from you was "thank God we have someone competent now". What are you basing his competency on? He has a complete lack of experience in authority. He is only competent in associating with terrorists, being fanatically pro-abortion and having Socialist views. Our country, our unborn, our people are going to pay dearly for the votes of people like YOU. Thank you all in advance for the hell that will be the US for the next 4 years.

Posted by: m4 on Nov 7, 2008 at 05:25 AM
aurea- "I worry about our rights being taken away. You think Obama will take away your right to own a gun?" YES HE WILL! him and biden are already planning on a permanent assualt weapon ban and end to conceal carry. and i could careless what you liberals think we should be ALLOWED to have. it isnt up to you. also what happened in new orleans wasnt the presidents fault. the liberal democrat new orleans police chief gave the order for door to door confiscations. with the help of some out of state agencies. the police that tackled that lady were callifornia highway patrolmen. thanks for beleiving everything you see on tv and voting away my freedom.....this system is flawed to say the least if ANYONE 18 or older can vote our constitution away and vote for a modern day nazi germany.....heil obama! heil obama!

Posted by: Nick on Nov 7, 2008 at 03:18 AM
To realist ralph, you can not blame the mortgage mess on anyone except for those who signed on the dotted line. Adjustable rate, fixed rate, etc. Are all choices that you need to educate YOURSELF on when you go to buy a home. This shows how moronic those who put themselves in these situation were. We as tax payers should nto be paying for their mistake, what should be happening is, no more bankruptcy, you have to pay your bills. You signed on the line, we hold you to it. Individual bankruptcy should have NEVER existed. Most countries send the individual to prison for not paying their bills. People would pay for attention to their finances if they went to jail for overspending. Conservatives = Responsibility for your OWN actions, Liberals = Blames someone else. For the guy who doesn't buy that the 900 point drop in the stock market is due to the Obama being elected. It is simple economics. You plan to socialise everything I want my cash now at 15% tax rather than 39%.

Posted by: Nick on Nov 7, 2008 at 03:08 AM
To OMG you just showw how much you do not understand. I would like those to post what Obama is actually going to do. All of your research must have been Obama propoganda. Do some research on the issues. If you believe in handouts, socialism, a worse economy than today then you voted for the correct person. We will see in 4 years. I am sure he will NOT get reelected because we will be in double digit unemployment and hyper-inflation. Once we pull out of Iraq, expect gas to hit over $6 a gallon as Iraq get invaded by Iran or overthrown by another radical group. To all the Obama drones, you will get what is coming, I can atleast say I didn't vote for him. I voted on the issues, not emotion. We are now in a nation filled with unfunded socialist. Businesses will and are getting ready to move their operations overseas due to the election. We are in a global economy, keep that in mind. Our founders would be appauled by what they see today.

Posted by: Hope? on Nov 7, 2008 at 03:00 AM
To Anonymous, you think he bring people hope, is false hope good. Anyone can promise to steal from the so called rich and give the lazy poor their money that they did not earn. This strategy will not work. Obama wants to create jobs through government projects. This does not grow the economy. It is the left hand giving to the right. Another way to redistribute wealth. Use our tax dollars to pay our own wages? The economy is in the place it is not because of Bush, but failed policies put in place by many administrations (Many from Clinton (subprime lending)) There was also many national disasters more than ANY OTHER president has delt with. The handouts need to stop, welfare needs to be outlawed. You hear obamaites say he bring hope, this is false hope. What happens when he can not deliver. He does not bring unity. 47% voted for McCain! He does not bring unity to the nation, he brings together those who have false hope and a lack of understanding. Welcome the new Jimmy Carter.

Posted by: Obama? on Nov 7, 2008 at 02:51 AM
Aurea, if you are worried about the economy then you made the wrong choice. Obama will destroy the economy as his ecomoic plans are socialist. This shows how ignorant individuals are about business and econonmics in this country. The stock market says it all. The 900 point fall is the greatest in 20 years. This is wall street reacting to the Obama election. Feel bad for the morons who voted for him, their expectations are way too high, paying for their mortgage, car payments, etc... 4 years will tell, I would bet my life that we will be worse off economically than today if he actually does what he says he wants to. In this case I hope he is a liar otherwise we are going to go back to late 70's / early 80's where interest rates were in the double digits as well as unemployment. Wish two things would happen, you should have to own land to vote (oringally in constituion) as wel as you should have to pass a simple test to vote. Many just voted to vote, which is NOT GOOD.

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2008 at 12:51 AM
It's about protecting the childs life.. not the person who you think should be making that choice.. who is there to protect these unborn children? What would you say if you found out that your mother wanted to abort you? Would you feel differently about it then? Sad Sick people think that they have the right to end anothers life and not call it murder.

Posted by: Lisa Location: Michigan on Nov 7, 2008 at 12:43 AM
To Craig ~ If your sister is a CNA then making $8 she must be horrible at it.. or just started a week ago.. average pay for a CNA in that area is $11-14/hr.. sorry your story sounds embelished to me

Posted by: Laurie Location: Niles on Nov 6, 2008 at 10:01 PM
Emily--I support everything you said. Obama said that abortion was a tragedy. He is not pro-abortion, he is prochoice. What gives you the right, RW, to impose your beliefs on another's circumstance? It is a decision between each person, their doctor, and their god.

Posted by: jne Location: Mishawaka on Nov 6, 2008 at 09:22 PM
So we have Mr. Obama as our President, like it or not. So it is our duty to be good citizens and make sure that the Constitution is upheld and that we uphold Mr. Obama in prayer. He is in this job at this time for a reason. We need to get on with life now.

Posted by: CJ Location: Mishawaka on Nov 6, 2008 at 08:49 PM
Bush/Iraq Bush/Katrina Bush/U.S.economy McCain/Palin Repeat "You Betcha" Anonymous

Posted by: CJ Location: Mishawaka on Nov 6, 2008 at 08:41 PM
Thank God we have someone competent now.

Posted by: Bob Location: Noblesville on Nov 6, 2008 at 08:09 PM
What everyone seems to be over-looking is, Hey,...All the 'excuses' are 'out-the window' now. The '12 percent' of the population can no longer revert the old position of being 'victims'. They may have to get off their 'oprah' couches and actually do something

Posted by: CJ Location: mishawaka on Nov 6, 2008 at 08:08 PM
Latest news flash: Palin keeps getting dumber and dumber w/each passing day. First it was not knowing of any magazine titles that Couric asked of her that she reads. "All of them" she replies. I never heard of that one. She visited the ( in her mind) the great "Northwest" state of New Hampshire. I didn't know Alaska bordered New Hampshire. Her own campaign managers have now leaked out all this new "airheaded" comments she has made now- Doesn't know Africa is a continent, and that South Africa is it's own country within the continent. Maybe she thought is was the capital city of Africa. Doesn't know what countries make up Nafta. That would include the country she lives in. UNBELIEVABLE!!! And you Obama bashers and haters have room to talk. This is who you would want in the oval office should something happen to Mcain? Well I guess Bush wasn't too book smart either, it's all making sense now. The less intelligent you are, the better chances of holding the highest office in the land.

Posted by: Tony Location: mishawaka on Nov 6, 2008 at 07:53 PM
If one parent is black and not involved at all, the other is white and raised him, how is it that he is claiming to be black? how does he get away with denying half of himself? this is racist and I am offended.

Posted by: emily Location: indianapolis on Nov 6, 2008 at 06:13 PM
RW, you know nothing about so called partial birth abortion. I work in a high risk ob's office. That procedure is rarely done. I've been on the other side of things, and have seen parents struggle with decisions about carrying a baby to term that has severe genetic abnormalities.This is not a routine procedure by any means.Pregnancy carries a risk to a mother,if the baby is not going to survive after birth some women chose to end the pregnancy.I've seen the emotional struggles firsthand, and I would NEVER make that decision for anyone. So, is that the only type of abortion that's murder? Get your facts straight. Obama does not support abortion for birth control. If anyone choses to have an abortion, that's between them and their God. We are not the ones to judge.

Posted by: Aurea Location: LaPorte on Nov 6, 2008 at 05:14 PM
I am one of the many in Indiana and the nation that voted for Obama. I'm not looking for a handout. I am not black. I and I do not live my life in fear of terrorists. I worry about the economy and being able to provide for my son. I worry about our rights being taken away. You think Obama will take away your right to own a gun? Look what happened in New Orleans after the Katrina. Police barging into citizens' homes forcing them to evacuate even if they had food and wanted to stay. Then one little old lady said "Don't worry, I'm saf-. . ." before she could even finish, the police tackled her and snatched her small pistol she carried for protection. Bush has already taken so many rights away with the "Patriot" act that and done a number on our economy all while filling his own pockets. Obama has got a mess to clean up. He can't possibly do everything he wanted to, but what politician does? Let's give him a chance and re-acess the situation in 4 years.

Posted by: RW Location: SB on Nov 6, 2008 at 05:08 PM
Any man that would put partial birth abortion on their list of "Get It Done" could not be a Christian or a being with values. This type of abortion is murder!The Doctors pull the babies heads out of the womb and cut the babies head off!all the way up to 9 months!Do you people know that these babies can feel the whole process! Hope you can sleep better at night

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 6, 2008 at 05:00 PM
As I sit here reading these comments most of what you people are saying makes me \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ sick. Everyone has a right to their own opinion. Having said that, How ignorant most of you sound. Do you actually think most people are satisfied with the way things are going with the economy,jobs lost, hard working people losing their houses,ect...I for one am not. Mr.Obama has brought hope to alot of people. It's not going to be easy, in fact it's going to be very hard. He is going to make mistakes,but makes him human

Posted by: jne Location: Mishawaka on Nov 6, 2008 at 04:28 PM
OK, this will be my last comment. It's gone from concerned comments to crazy!! So, I'm going to finish mine with a poem. There once was man named Obama Who ran for President, and now the drama. He promised change over here And change over there. But he was elected ‘cause he looked like his Dad, not his Mama?!? Oh, come on, laugh already!!!!

Posted by: Matt Location: Plymouth on Nov 6, 2008 at 04:18 PM
Exactly what the headlines say: Obama wins race For White House. Get it!

Posted by: Matt Location: Plymouth on Nov 6, 2008 at 04:10 PM
TO OMG: If you want to move, go to California with all the gays that think it okay, and all the people that think abortion is okay. Maybe you should do some research on that! It is not your decision to have an abortion, it is your decision to have sex!

Posted by: Chris Location: Argos on Nov 6, 2008 at 03:31 PM
Of course Obama got elected he promised everything to everyone. People bought into this whole "change" thing now we have to deal with all this because all the stuff he said can't possibly be delivered. Tell me excactly what is this "change" that he is going to bring.

Posted by: Realist Ralph on Nov 6, 2008 at 03:13 PM
Guys like Rush Limbaugh can take the blame for why this country is in such a mess. His GOP spewing rhetoric supporting Bush all these years had people so pumped up that things were great, they never took time to see that homebuyers were being sold a bill of goods. Adjustable mortgages/ inflated appraisals/ no equity down to get a home are just a few of the poor choices that were allowed to happen under Bush's control of the federal reserve. Limbaugh now can find nothing good to say about any democrat anywhere. Its time for a change, lets put rush limbaugh just where he needs to go.....rehab. Not for a drug problem this time but for a brain transplant. Who else is tired of WSBT's parade of "GOP" radio announcers like Limbaugh and Gallagher? I think that the fairness doctrine, would be right, if you're going to spew on the radio about GOP anything, then the opposing party gets equal time. Rush should run, and see how bad he is defeated......blah blah blah..........

Posted by: OMG Location: Moving on Nov 6, 2008 at 02:56 PM
I voted for Obama, BECAUSE I did the indepth research on who would be the better candidate. I find it amusing that Obama won the vote in IN and there are still people on this site spouting nonsense about him, that they have read on the tv ads and on the internet.None of it true, and all because they have NOT done the indepth research!!! I need to move to a state that has some intelligent people in it. Back at ya..idiot. Sad on Nov. 6th... idiot abortion is already legal and should stay that way, it is my decision not yours or anyone elses. I have met very few people in this state that have bothered to do the REQUIRED research to make a qualified voting decision.

Posted by: J on Nov 6, 2008 at 02:48 PM
Sarah: You say businesses will close if minimum wage is raised, but right now prices are going up on everything except the paycheck. When we work hard for our money everyday why can't we buy things that we want once in a while instead of the basics just to get by.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: south bend on Nov 6, 2008 at 02:37 PM
I would like for somebody, anybody, to tell me how someone that has one white parent and one african american parent, be "the first african american president". In my opinion, it's no less accurate to say he's another white president. It's sad that so many people that have never before voted went out to vote solely because of race. I for one am tired of being discriminated against because I happen to be white.

Posted by: Craig Location: Bremen on Nov 6, 2008 at 01:46 PM
Here's a good one for you: The past few months, the conservatives were saying that the housing market decline and Wall Street woes had nothing to do with George W's policies, yet today Rush Limbaugh was spouting off his fat mouth about how the stock market has fell over 700 points since the election and it is because of Obamas bad ideas making investors afraid to buy! What a joke. Obama is in a no-win situation with these fools. If the country continues to decline over the next 4 years, he will get the blame. If it gets better, the conservatives will say it was because of Bush's moves that finally kicked in.

Posted by: eh Location: mi on Nov 6, 2008 at 12:48 PM
change? that's all we will have when nobama gets done!

Posted by: Matt Location: Plymouth on Nov 6, 2008 at 12:04 PM
To all collage students out there. What were you thinking voting for Obama. It is hard enough for a white person to get a scholarship because of so many scholarships having go to other races. Now it will be impossible. Thanks America! We should now all just knock up our wife's and go on welfare. We probably will do better that way than actually working for a living. This country is a JOKE!

Posted by: Lorie Location: MI on Nov 6, 2008 at 11:56 AM
"Posted by: Frank Location: mi on Nov 6, 2008 at 10:49 AM Jimmy Carter 2.0 That is still better then bush 3.0" OK...um...were you born in 1980 or something??? I remember Carter, I would take 4 more years of Dubya any day!

Posted by: Whoppi Location: elkhart on Nov 6, 2008 at 11:47 AM
LMAO at "back at ya" ..... OK Elizabeth Hasslebeck. I really like your "VIEW" on things. Read my lips: YOU ARE IGNORANT (sp)!!!

Posted by: jessica Location: elkhart on Nov 6, 2008 at 11:40 AM
McCains' campaign was based on fear. Fear that Obama can't change, contribute or otherwise help the situtaion. He might not be experienced .... BUT really is that a bad thing?! Ask yourself that! He id one to ask for help, help from every party! Give him a fair chance before your judge. He can't be any worse than George W

Posted by: Toby Location: South Bend on Nov 6, 2008 at 11:39 AM
Mz V, really, there is no need to be on your knees praying to me.

Posted by: Craig Location: Bremen on Nov 6, 2008 at 10:54 AM
What some of you people fail to realize in my last comment, is that my sister and her husband were together for over 20 years and happily married. Times were good for them for a lot of those years. They did make mistakes, but who expects a 39 year old man to die suddenly from a heart attack? My point was that my sister works a 60 hour week and can't make ends meet. There is something wrong with that. She is a CNA, and a great one! These jobs are needed, so don't tell her to get educated and find something better. If that is a job for the illiterate, uneducated, then I feel sorry for you if you ever get old and need care. I am proud of my sister. She deserves more pay. Some day some of you ignorant people won't have it the way it was and you will realize how millions of Americans survive.

Posted by: Policies on Nov 6, 2008 at 10:50 AM
For someone to say that Obama has better policies just goes to show how they have no clue about the economy or economics. Business will leave this country, they will outsource more, etc. Those who are in college a voted for him will not have jobs available when they get out. I would welcome change but Obama is no different on a policy basis than Hugo Chavez, Castro, or Stalin. Those that do not think so, do not understand his policies. The stock market does because every analyst can predict what will be attempted. A socialist system that the top 5% will be told then need to support the rest. The American Dream at that point is dead. To be blunt, college students voted for him because it was cool to vote for a black guy, and blacks voted for him because he was black. In otherwords he won on RACE. If Americans believe in his policiy they are going against the foundation of America, capitalism and freedom.

Posted by: Toby Location: South Bend on Nov 6, 2008 at 10:49 AM
All you Obama kool-aid drinkers can now sit smugly and believe you did the right thing. Problem is, we're all going to pay the price for having this man in office. Did you happen to research his record? Because if you did, black, white or purple, you would have run...not walked...to make sure he didn't get it. Please research your candidates next time (if there is a next time) and decide that you would rather not have a man associated with known radical terrorists as your chief.

Posted by: Frank Location: mi on Nov 6, 2008 at 10:49 AM
Posted by: Brian Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 05:04 PM Jimmy Carter 2.0 That is still better then bush 3.0

Posted by: G Location: SB on Nov 6, 2008 at 10:39 AM
Hey shocked, Bin Laden was trianed by the CIA in the efforts of fighting off Rusia when they invaded Afgan. And our tax dollars helped pay for it. Hope that makes you feel better. Im not saying that 911 was not a huge tragedy at all. It was truely a sad day in our history and feel the one(s) responsible should pay dearly. But we helped create the monster we are now "hunting down."

Posted by: Mz V Location: Benton Harbor on Nov 6, 2008 at 10:26 AM
Toby, be man we can talk face to face. You can never go back and find that I have not recieved hand outs from the system and you say UHHHH to Benton Harbor, that's fine it takes people like you to hide behind walls. I am sure you will not be missed, I have not seen anyone on here begging you to stay. Your words will not hurt me, it just encourages me to go on and it keeps me on my knees praying to people of your nature. I am not racist, nor do I hate but I will continue to say that everyone needs a chance and it's sad to talk about Obama when he has not been given a chance. But that's what haters do. God Bless you and I hope that if you are married your wife keeps you on the alter, you need it. I hope that your relocation works well for you.

Posted by: emily Location: Indianapolis on Nov 6, 2008 at 10:16 AM
Most of this is pointless. I voted for Obama, but if McCain would have won, I would have supported him and wished him well. That's what true Americans do. Give the guy a chance. Let him begin the job before you start criticizing him

Posted by: J on Nov 6, 2008 at 09:25 AM
Shocked: I did not forget about 9/11, but it was said that Bin Laden is the one who planned this. Where is he? I guess after all of these years passed and Bush got the person he was after that Bin Laden has been forgotten and all of our troops are being killed for his own selfish reasons.

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 6, 2008 at 09:20 AM
To Shocked:Truth:"In 1978, Bush and Osama bin Laden's brother, Salem bin Laden, founded Arbusto Energy, an oil company based in Texas.Several bin Laden family members invested millions in The Carlyle Group, a private global equity firm based in Washington, DC. The company's senior advisor was Bush's father, former President George H.W. Bush. After news of the bin Laden-Bush connection became public, the elder Bush stepped down from Carlyle. Interestingly, on Sept. 11, 2001, members of the Carlyle Group - including Bush senior, and his former secretary of state, James Baker - were meeting at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Washington, D.C., along with Shafiq bin Laden, another one of Osama bin Laden's brothers. While all flights were halted following the terrorist attacks, there was one exception made: The White House authorized planes to pick up 140 Saudi nationals, including 24 members of the bin Laden family, living in various cities in the U.S. to bring them back to Saudi Arabia.

Posted by: N on Nov 6, 2008 at 08:27 AM
Obama has been president elect for a little over 24 hours and already people are going ape over it. How about giving the guy a chance and seeing what he can do? He obviously cant be any worse than the Bush administration has been. I just love what a nation of total whiners we have become. Bitch about anything and everything, constantly, no matter what... USA! USA! USA!

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 6, 2008 at 08:26 AM
The 23%ers are out in force. Anyone who still defends Bush is beyond help. Just end it and spare us your stupidity.

Posted by: roger Location: mi on Nov 6, 2008 at 08:08 AM
we live in AMERICA WERE WE DREAM AND MAKE OUR DREAMS COME TRUE AND I FEEL THAT HE IS NOT A AFRICAN-AMERICAN WE ARE ALL AMERICANS IF YOU WAS BORN AND RAISED HERE BOTTOM LINE JUST A AMERICAN REALLY WHY ARE YOU GUYS SITTING HERE BRINGING UP RACE ARE YOU LIKE THIS ALL THE TIME OR JUST BECAUSE HE IS IN THE OFFICE AND DO YOU TEACH THIS CRAP TO YOUR KIDS

Posted by: SHOCKED Location: Mishawaka on Nov 6, 2008 at 08:05 AM
To Posted by: J on Nov 6, 2008 at 05:17 AM You are right no one is perfect, no candidate, president, no human being. Bush had relations with Bin Laden? Ok, whatever you say. The troops should be there. People so quickly forget 9/11. Do you not want a safe free country for yourself, our children, our family? Wake up. With out our soldiers over there doing what they do best, who knows what would be happening right now to this country, maybe right where you sit. Selfish reasons? You have got to be kidding me. It's about freedom. Yeah hes well educated. His education was paid for by a very bad man. You should really do some research. Obama has associated himself with some very bad people this is more then just wrong this is un-American. Unfortunately we will all pay the price now.

Posted by: Myrt on Nov 6, 2008 at 07:57 AM
To those bashing Bush because he "lied" about the WMD, please remember that the Clinton's, Gore, Kennedy and many other Democrats have been quoted stating their concern about the WMD in Iran. Bush was going on what was believed to be true at the time. Also Iran had plenty of time to move any proof of having WMDs to Syria and other nations while the UN was figuring out how to proceed. I'm not a Bush supporter and disagree with many things he has done, but don't hang the man for something he (and many others) believed to be true at the time. Also, the President HAD to have the approval of Congress to proceed with attacking Iran, so give the credit/blame to EVERYONE involved. If one person was as powerful as people believe Bush is, we would all be in trouble!!!! Also, it has been reported that Clinton could have had Bin Ladin but didn't. He must have had reasons not to take care of him. They are privy to more information than we are, so unless you are in their shoes.....

Posted by: Back At Ya on Nov 6, 2008 at 07:51 AM
ToPosted by: TO SHOCKED Location: Mishawaka on Nov 6, 2008 at 07:12 AM First, no I have not been brain washed you will see that as time goes by. I do want change, but not from a man named Obama. You should care what his name is. You should care about everything I said. I'm not trying to scare anyone, I'm stating my opinion that's why I voted that's hardly sitting behind my computer. I'm stating facts, not scare tactics. I will never stand behind this man, no matter what you say either, because it is wrong. Your opinion changes nothing as well. I'm sorry to burst your bubble, but Bush is the one who was trying to clean up Clintons mess. Bush did everything right. Unfortunatley, everything he was trying to fix will go down the tubes now that the brother O is in Da Crib. Your a mindless idiot, who has no clue what you are talking about. I bet you did not even vote, so shut up, and go light your candle and praise your precious Obama.

Posted by: jne Location: Mishawaka on Nov 6, 2008 at 07:50 AM
We're in for a CHANGE alrighty! The US has just become the Andrea Gale, we are headed into the Perfect Storm. Am I brainwashed, afraid, preaching gloom and doom? - nope - just the facts, mam! By the way, that retirement of mine might just come out of where it is and go into a nice safe place other than where it is - 'cause Mr. O has other plans for MY money. The guy who said he was going to buy gold ain't off the mark - think about it folks - think about it.......and pray.

Posted by: TO SHOCKED Location: Mishawaka on Nov 6, 2008 at 07:12 AM
If anyone has been brainwashed: It's you!! You are a sheep and very afraid of "Change". I don't care what his name is, I don't care what color he is. He had the better policies all round. Instead of sitting behind your computer typing scare tactics, why don't you stand behind your new president and help bring a brighter future for EVERYONE? Your opinion doesn't change a thing, America needs to stand together as one starting now!! I'm confident Obama will step up to the plate and do what's right. Well, of course, after he's completed the difficult task of clearing up some of this mess the current administration have passed onto him.

Posted by: Sad on Nov 6, 2008 at 06:34 AM
I am deepely saddened for our nation that it will now be led by someone so actively pro-abortion, associates with terrorists, has no experience, the list goes on. God bless and help us through these next four years. Those of you still spouting race and what our white ancestors did to your black ancestors - THE DEBT HAS NOW BEEN PAID. You have no more to say. Our country voted in a black man as president. Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton, and the like can go on their merry way now. Let me say that I would have gladly voted for an african-american had he shared my values, morals, and ideals. But I will never vote for someone like Obama, no matter what the race OR political party. This is a terrible loss for our nation and the unborn. God help us.

Posted by: J on Nov 6, 2008 at 05:17 AM
To Shocked: 1. All candidates lie, you really don't know any of them. 2. Bush had relations with the Bin Laden family. Some of the arms that are killing our soldiers today were probably sold by them. 3. I'll give you that, but his parents named him, he didn't pick it. 4.The troops should have never been there. Bin Laden was the problem. Bush lied about WMD to finish what daddy had started and get Saddam. Our soldiers are getting killed for selfish reasons. 5. He said people who paid taxes. Welfare recipients do not pay taxes unless they have a job. 6. I do not believe that one. I really do not know about the God part. I myself consider him a well educated man and every president had something in their past that was wrong. They were all young once and made a wrong choice just like every human.

Posted by: m4 on Nov 6, 2008 at 04:29 AM
and to jerry...THIS ISNT A DEMOCRACY IT IS A REPUBLIC. most of you dont even know what type of government we have. but i bet you can tell me all about sports statistics and the latest reality tv shows. throwing out our tvs would probably be a good start to fixing this countries problems.

Posted by: unbelievable on Nov 6, 2008 at 04:00 AM
You people on here bashing Obama and the white man has been destroying this country for years. Bush is the one who should have been impeached. Whats the deal with the antichrist. How do you know its him? Regardless who is in control you shouldn't never put your trust in man. I thought the white man was called the blue eyed devil!!!!

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:17 PM
CJ, I can't remember what the democrat-run congress's approval rating is. Why don't you look it up and tell us?

Posted by: Nicole Location: Michigan on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:49 PM
To So Sad ~ Thanks for saying that! I am so tired of uneducated self taught politic fanatics bitching and moaning about how horrible things are and not even understanding how things REALLY play out. The House has control over what the president can and can NOT do.. they have the final say.. so, you all did a great job at keeping the economy moving in the same direction it was already in (the crapper) especially now that they control the WH, and the senate as well! Good job! Idiots...

Posted by: Sarah Location: Michigan on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:46 PM
To all those that are so excited about minimum wage being raised.. the small business men & women of this depressed area won't be able to afford to pay $11/hr to their employees so their doors will close and more jobs will falter! Still sound like a great plan to you? (And I know two friends that have already said they will have to do this to their business's a total of 112 employees will be let go do to his great idea!) This is where it comes into reading the entire prospectus and fully understanding cause and effect before deciding how wonderful something could be. There are always going to be ins and outs to each idea and raising min wage to that high of an amount will cause a drastic reduction in jobs other than the tycoons like Walmart! Scary scary! To those that are already scraping, hope you like asking "Do you want fries with that?"

Posted by: Shocked Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:15 PM
I'm very disappointed and let down in any American citizen who voted for Obama. How could people,1.Vote for somebody you don't even know? 2.Someone who has bad relations with very bad people. 3.Who's name sounds like one of the wanted terrorist list from 9/11. 4.Who wants to take our troops out so the enemy can set up camp and blow who knows what up in a few years. 5.Who is for taking a hard working family's money away and giving it to some welfare mama. 6.Who's wife is a total racist. This is the same way Hitler came to power, people praising him as if he were God. You Obama supporters have no idea what a mistake you have made making this man president. I'm sorry when people sing phrase, and consider some one God there is something not right it is evil. This country is doomed. You all have been brain washed.

Posted by: Shelby on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:13 PM
hey, it was a great race. Obama won and now he has a tough job ahead of him. If he does not do well, we vote him out in 4 years. We can vote in new congress in 2 years. What a great nation this is. A great American lost his bid to lead this nation but he will still be influential as a senator. I did not vote for Obama but I will not mourn over this. Wish I could have been at the party in Chicago though...woohoo!

Posted by: TO CRAIG on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:05 PM
To Craig from Breman, the poor was not surpressed over the past 8 years. There were many individuals who made plenty of money. I can't help that the poor made mistakes in their life and ended up poor. No one is holding them down, no one is keeping them from improving themself. You sister was windowed and she did not pay $10 a month for life insurance? SAME ON HER? I don't feel bad for her at all. She had 4 kids on top of that. Ever heard of have the number of kids that you can afford. Example. If you are making less than a family income of 45K a year, you shoudl not be having kids beause you can not afford them!!! I am paying of for her kids and they are not my problem. I wouldn't trade places with her but I would NEVER have been in her situtation in the 1st place. If something woudl hapen to me, my family would get over a million dollars in life insurance, and that only cost be $30 a month? If you can't afford that then you really have issues.

Posted by: BooHoo!!! Location: Indiana on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:34 PM
This must be "The Republican Cry Me a River Comment Site". BooHoo! I guess all of the U.S. is wrong and you that voted Republican are the only ones that are right. Look what happened the last two times you all voted Republican. We ended up with Bush darn near destroying our country. If Obama doesn't get us on the right track, then it's because Bush left us in too big of a mess to fix in only 4 years. I really believe all of you that are upset are just a bunch of cry-baby racists, and too cowardly or ashamed to admit it. If you think this country will no longer be livable because Obama is President, then my advise to you is to move out of this country. See if another country's government is better and if you have it better there. I bet you will be greatly disappointed.

Posted by: 2010 Location: Washington on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:25 PM
2010 Republican Slogan: C H A N G E !!!!

Posted by: C. Powell Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 08:32 PM
Welcome to the U.S.S.A. (United Socialist States of America) Nancy Pelosi is now our Prime Minister. I know, Barack O-Moron is the President elect, but lets be honest here. O-Moron has no experience, no qualifications and no idea of what lies ahead. He will soon realize that he's nothing but Nancy Pelosi's puppet. It's no wonder the world is so happy to see O-Moron get elected. Didn't we all cheer in school when our toughest opponent was defeated? The United States is now playing "slow pitch". Which world leader is going is going to take the first swing?

Posted by: Tony Location: mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 08:29 PM
here's a thought...imagine a pyramid with the very top being cut off. 5% this represents those who will be taxed higher. Does this move the bottom up? NO you will still be on the bottom. Now, the top 5% who we all are employed by, will have their expenses increased, crowding out availability to employ more people. Keyensian economics has been refuted, even by Keynes himself. He did not want to be remembered as the "father of deficit spending". put some hope and change on that, while in the unemployment line.

Posted by: J on Nov 5, 2008 at 08:23 PM
I thought Canada was already socialist? I know their health care is. So see ya...

Posted by: concerned on Nov 5, 2008 at 07:48 PM
I'm not a racist but I am genuinely concerned for our national security and extremely concerned about or ecomomy going forward. Obama is naive about foreign affairs and his economic ideas will make the economy worse. I highly suspect he knows that no one will benefit from his econmic plan but was just saying those things to get elected. If he really does what he says we will have double digit inflation and double digit unemployment. Mostly though this is America and we are all entitled to our opinions and mine is that I am ashamed that our great country elected a president based solely on his race and the Oprah/media bias. I see the jubilation of all the black people that history was made but I truly feel that it would have been much better if it was someone with better character and qualifications. Peace everyone.

Posted by: farm boy Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 07:21 PM
Tony, I could not agree with you more. While I am personally opposed to abortion and I thing some of the procedures are entirely barbaric, I do not believe the answer to the question is a legislated ban. While I admit that Mr. Bush has made some greivious errors during his administration, I cannot drum up enough hate to call him president oil any more that I can develop enough hate to call president Carter (whose presidency I consider a complete failure) president peanut. I do belive in spending on education. But, I think we should be entitled to expect a return on our investment rather than a continued decline in the performance of our school systems' product. In spite of that opinion, I believe that school teachers should be highly paid. I just expect them to be highly motivated as well. I do wish Mr. Obama all success. At this point his success is out success.

Posted by: SO SAD Location: Mish on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:56 PM
People please stop arguing.Today is a day of mourning. We need to mourn because we have witnessed the death of our Beautiful Nation. God Bless us All. Now if you bush bashers would get your heads out of the sand and realize that the senate and congress are in controll of what the president does maybe you can see that HUMMM We needed change but you didn't vote for it. There is still democratic majority. Which is actually who brought us to this mess in the 1st place. Also Obama is not going to bring our MEN home he is just going to reposition them: Pakistan, Afghanistan etc. We are going to have a very rough ride. Maybe we will get an impeachment?? But then I do not believe the antichrist can be impeached. He will fool many, What is your mark?

Posted by: CJ Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:35 PM
George Bush 28% approval rating. Why you ask? For those posting here out of that 28% approval rating, we went to war in Iraq. WMDs' did not exist, that was Bush's reason, or was it? And the economy is suffering for it. But that Bush, he's great right?

Posted by: steve on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:32 PM
we are on the hiway to hell now!!!

Posted by: rusty Location: mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:30 PM
Farm Boy you are more qualified than chairman maobama. you get my vote. Funny how the most liberal senator ran on cutting taxes to 95% of the pop. Nice conservative move, now pony up. Where's my gov't leaf raker- my yard is full. better yet, lets take dear leader at his word and spread the votes too. if its good for the goose, its good for the gander... buy gas in bulk, remember the price now, its gonna be insane before we can get some conservatives in control of congress. Only 2yrs til congressional elections, they won't be able to blame bush. I'm counting down the days...cash in your 401k before he siezes it. where are the true conservatives to vote for? mccain is a wishy washy moderate like bush who was destined to lose. Ronaldus Maximus come back to us.

Posted by: To Pat Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:21 PM
Thank you for you kind words. I think this was a hard fought election and someone has to win! God Bless McCain/Palin and Obama/Biden. Let's hope that we can all unite as one!

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:16 PM
You people that are pissing and moaning about it. Why don't you move to another country if you can not support whom ever that is trying. I don't like some of the results either,but I will do what I have to to turn this country around. P.S. Most of you would argue with a stop sign, so I don't expect you to really understand.

Posted by: McCain Supporter Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:03 PM
i get so tired of people saying Obama is the first african american for president. Need to get the facts right he is mixed and not african american.

Posted by: tony on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:01 PM
farmboy, you couldn't have paraphrased my article better. government shouldn't have a say in our personal lives. the issues such as abortion,however, should not be considered when choosing a canidate. that should be a personal choice per constitution. as far as government and education i am talking about spending. more money needs to go to the education field as we can clearly see. oh yeah, unless you are a millionaire, the government with the blue side will leave you alone a lot more than the red side who strictly believes the rich get richer and the poor get poorer.. where does the middle class go in their eyes. hmmmm..oh yeah, it doesn't exist. in addition, are you people too blind to see what our economy has become because of our wonderful leader mr. george w. oil.... i mean bush. why are we in iraq again????

Posted by: Anonymous Location: south bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 05:48 PM
Canada here i come .......

Posted by: Happy Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 05:47 PM
I'm so happy Obama it's our new President! it was about to get some change in here, I just hope that everything goes back to normal in the US, we need some jobs..... God Bless Obama and his family....

Posted by: Linda Location: warsaw area on Nov 5, 2008 at 05:33 PM
I hope Obama will raise minium wage! we need bigger pay to work our butts off! Please Obaba make this a better world and bring our troops home so they can be with their family!let iraq fight their own battles!Its bull to let americans go and fight and possiable get killed! so many americans have been killed over in Iraq cause Iraq cant fight for themselfs!Hope you do good Obama! "Good Luck"!

Posted by: Pat Location: Shenandoah on Nov 5, 2008 at 05:09 PM
This election season has had some great moments, some strange moments, and some historic moments. A convicted criminal has been reelected(because of early voting) in Alaska, Jack Murtha has been reelected, after calling his constituents "a bunch of racists", and history was made when Barack Obama was elected the 44th President of The United States. I respect John McCain, and his concession speech showed his class and grace. Now we move to the next stage:Can President elect Obama get the job done with a Democratic congress. I hope he can do it, and I hope America gives him a chance. Thank you to all who voted, and to all who did not vote:do not complain about the govt, or anything concerning the govt. You have lost the right if you could vote, but did not. Congratulations to Gov. Daniels, and all the winners in the election. In 2010, I expect 100% turnout.

Posted by: Brian Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 05:04 PM
Jimmy Carter 2.0

Posted by: Dinosaur Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:45 PM
Now that the Pied Piper has been officialy annointed, can someone convince him to stop shouting. I have fragile nerves and a sensitive stomach.

Posted by: jne Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:31 PM
Farm Boy for President!!!

Posted by: Alan Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:23 PM
I am going to purchase gold, lots of ammunition, and skids of ensure. Reinforce my basement. Barricade the doors and windows of my home. When the stock market crashes and the terrorist run over the shores of our country and the streets are afire and filled with the sounds of screaming women and children... I will be in my basement safe and sound putting up new scores on my PS2. Actually... I'm just going to buy the gold and you might want to think about it as well.

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:23 PM
I am so tickled! We have elected an African American that can read, write and run the county! A day to celebrate. Spread the wealth! I don't want to hear that anyone is holding anyone back! Hard work! Celeb connections and standing up! WTG!

Posted by: a mom Location: MI on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:23 PM
well, I remember Jimmy Carter the first time around. Now we are in for a second time of socialist crud...time to stock the food pantry and get a few spare cans of gas, methinks....

Posted by: jne Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:21 PM
Jerry, while no one is perfect for the job of president, please in no way confuse the word Democrat with Democracy. Whew!

Posted by: Fed Up Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:04 PM
To Anonymous@3:12, You must have drank to much koolaid at the Obammathon last night. The person LX refured to was interveiwed by a Fla reporter and the sound bite was aired on Mike Gallager. So when you start calling people a lair you need to take your head out of Obamma's butt long enough to check the facts.

Posted by: Jerry Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:03 PM
For the first time in my 52 years of life the election process has worked the way it was deasigned to work....common citizens across the country stood up as one, said "enough!" and have tossed out a despised Preident's choice for successor as well as many others in the Republican party. Long live the USA and democracy!!

Posted by: Willie Location: Niles on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:57 PM
Well stated, farm boy, and I agree. I guess I should start calling myself a Libertarian...

Posted by: Jason Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:54 PM
I can say that I am ashamed to be an Indiana resident today since last night we decided that a socialist would be the best person to run our country. I can't wait for the lower class citizens that voted for him to wonder where all the handouts are that he has been promising. I'm sure he will increase the handouts but all those lazy welfare recipients have been misled to think they will be getting a lot more than they really will. Also, the college kids who voted for him becuase its the "cool" thing to do will think otherwise once they get out in the real world and realize how things really work.

Posted by: Joe on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:53 PM
Obama bought and paid for the election fair and square just ask Oprah!

Posted by: Chontelle on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:45 PM
This is just great. Now I won't have to worry about how to pay my rent, or feed my kids, or make my car payment. Mr. Obama is going to take care of us all, you see.

Posted by: Ahhhhhhh Location: HellsVille on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:43 PM
As Frank Sinatra once sang.... " And now, the end is near"

Posted by: A Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:35 PM
It is funny how morality totally flies out the window when people start talking the economy. The President has a bigger influence over moral issues than economic ones. He is the one who appoints the Supreme Court judges. If this nation wants to fall into the hands of people who support gay marriage, abortion on demand at any time and any stage of pregnancy than we deserve to have our children taught in our public schools that it is perfectly normal to have two daddies or two mommies and be irresponsible and just do what feels good. God Bless America! We will make it through the next four years. The tide will turn again.

Posted by: Whitey on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:34 PM
it's nearly 4:00 p.m. on NOv, the day after the election. The Dow is down nearly 400 points. Nice start Mr. President. I can see that the financial markets are anxious for your touch.

Posted by: Believer Location: south bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:27 PM
Was It just me or was the sun shining brighter this morning? Give Obama a chance - have faith. OBAMA 08 :)

Posted by: Chaz Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:15 PM
Guess you missed that part about her being widowed huh? But the average person shouldn't have kids, just in case something bad happens. Sh!t happens. People need help. There but for the grace of God go I.

Posted by: Judy Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:12 PM
YEA -- Obama. Now maybe the country will get back on track. I believe Obama is the right man for the job. God bless him and his family!!

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:12 PM
LX, you are an idiot and a liar. You did not hear that on the radio. You are just like half of the other people on here doing nothing but spewing lies. Idiot.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:09 PM
I think it is truely amazing and scary to see all of the hatred tied to this election from both sides. No one will ever know who truely would have done the best job, as only one candidate can be president-so it's a mute point. I think that instead of focusing on the issues at hand race has clouded everything. It is wonderful and historic that an African American has been elected president as it would have been for Hilary to be the first woman, or Sarah Palin to be the first woman VP. But historical moments are not what's at steak-it's our future, and more importantly our childrens future. Shouldn't we stop the hatred and focus our energy on something important like the economy and the unemployment rate???

Posted by: farm boy Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:08 PM
Tony, Government control of both the educational system and the economy are powers that were never enumerated in the constitution but have been usurped by the government. It is the far left that insist that every problem of every citizen is the responsibility of the government to solve. When looked at from a definitional view without any of the emotion that rides on the term, a government that insists on deeper and deeper involvment in the private lives of its citizens can be dfined as fascist. I am not acusing anybody of anything with that statement. My only wish is to get the government out of my life and out of my pocket. I don't want them taking care of me. I want them taking care of the welfare of the country.

Posted by: Madison Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:08 PM
I for one am glad to see Obama win! Let him and the other Demo's try their hand at cleaning up a mess and see how far they get. Maybe our dear Mayor can learn something from him. Also, where and when can I sign up for my share of the wealth?

Posted by: Chaz Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:08 PM
Oh dear Lord she did not say that LX. She said she didn't have to worry about those things and if you listened to her entire segment, which I'm sure drudge, talk radio or Fox didn't play, she meant that she'd be able to keep her job, her taxes would go down and her wages might rise. Therefore, she doesn't have to worry as much. But go ahead and ignore all those pesky facts and focus on ignorance. Go with what works for you.

Posted by: LX on Nov 5, 2008 at 02:57 PM
To: I can't believe this...Bush is not the one to cause the current situation with housing/foreclosures etc. Have you heard anything that was reported on the news in Sept. and Oct.....especially about Barney Frank and Chris Dodd (both Democrats by the way)??? If not, you better go back and do some research and find out who really is behind this mess we are in.

Posted by: Mike Location: Cleveland on Nov 5, 2008 at 02:46 PM
The economy is cyclical, quit blaming Bush.

Posted by: LX on Nov 5, 2008 at 02:32 PM
I voted for McCain, but not surprised that Obama won. Heard a news reporter on the radio yesterday interviewing a woman who had voted and she said if Obama is elected he will pay her mortgage and put gas in her car and she won't have to worry about that anymore. Is this what people are expecting from Obama? Handouts?? If they are, they are in for a huge huge surprise. The joke is on them

Posted by: Toby Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 02:21 PM
"My taxes have went up". Very highly educated statement, there.

Posted by: flying dutchmen on Nov 5, 2008 at 02:17 PM
Is this the republican cry room?

Posted by: To Craig Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 02:17 PM
I feel for your sisters situation, but if money is tight maybe you should not have 4 children. People need to learn to take care of what they bring into this world on their own. If someone needs to help them it should be their family (YOU), not the taxpayer.

Posted by: jne Location: mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 02:13 PM
M in V - please do not confuse crazy with inept. I have nothing against Barak Obama personally - I just don't want him as our Commander in Chief!

Posted by: tony on Nov 5, 2008 at 02:12 PM
It is funny to see how blind you all are, if socialism is on its way here then what is it now? Also it doesn't matter how a president sees views on abortion, gay rights, etc. what matters to the country is stuff like education, health care, and the economy, you know stuff that actually affects us in day to day living. McCain was proven to similar to Bush, as we all can see Mr. Oil, oops I mean Bush, has really done good taking care of the working class. It shows in our low unemployment rate, it can't get much worse than it already is.

Posted by: jne Location: mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 02:05 PM
Here! Here! Farmboy!!!

Posted by: Willie Location: Niles on Nov 5, 2008 at 02:04 PM
Chaz, what does that have to do with anything? Many Republicans got sick of hearing liberal Democrats blame Bush for all the world’s evils, all the while claiming he “stole” two elections; hence their requests for fulfillment of hollow expatriation promises. Even with all the allegations this year of voter registration fraud you’re not hearing anyone crying foul now, are you? So now that Dems have finally ousted big bad bogeyman Bush from the White House, they needn’t be poor winners. I’m willing to give Obama a fair chance, but his supporters need to realize that over 55 million voters would have rather had someone else lead this country, and it’s very easy to say “we must work together” when your own party is in power.

Posted by: Not my choice Location: ND on Nov 5, 2008 at 02:03 PM
Obama was not my choice, but he is our new president and I will support him because I am an American before I am a Republican and believe everyone deserves a chance. His grandmother must be smiling down from heaven today. He and his family will be in my prayers, as will our country.

Posted by: H on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:59 PM
To Sarah from Michigan: I completely agree with you. So many people are supporting Obama based on the color of his skin, not his stance on issues. When I ask people why they voted for him, not one person has talked about being behind his policies because they simply do not know what he stands for. I also do not believe that people who are being supported with our tax dollars (ie. welfare recipients with no taxable income) should have the right to cast a vote (excluding elderly who have paid taxes for years and are now retired). If you are not contributing to "the pot", why should you have say in how it is spent?

Posted by: M Location: V on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:54 PM
You guys sound like he's going to do something crazy like appoint the son of a Zionist terrorist as the Chief of Staff.

Posted by: Mz V Location: Benton Harbor on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:52 PM
Lost my taxes have went up for the past 4 years who's to blame sure not Obama. Maybe some of you well educated, but surely ignorant, name calling, bashing people should grow up. Everyone deserves a chance you have Bush a chance and he did not help us what is wrong with giving someone else a chance. Oh it's that he's black and again remember I told you all if you research your history you will find that some of your history has some colored there also. well sarah I just have to tell you that I am very educated, african american mother and wife, ( I must tell you that my mother was caucasion and my father was african american) but I am african american with a college degree, taking care of my three children, on in college and the second leaving in the fall. So don't classify everyone as uneducated. It really takes and uneducated person to not give someone a chance before tearing him or her down. God please protect our President from these people and let then know that you are in control

Posted by: Me Location: Unknown on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:50 PM
Did anyone not read who this man associates with (both past and present)? That is what scares the bejesus out of me!

Posted by: Craig Location: Bremen on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:49 PM
To all you people out there saying, "here come the welfare and and food stamps."- If the poor hadn't been suppressed over the last 8 years with min. wage below $6 hr., they wouldn't need food stamps! My poor sister was widowed over a year ago and left with four kids. She works 60 hrs. a week at two jobs. To be a good mother, she needs jobs with flexibility of schedule, so she is a CNA and works at the school cafeteria. One pays $6 and the other $8 an hr. Her net pay is app. $360 week. Soc. Sec. for the kids. Her jobs provide no healthcare and she needs the food stamps after her bills are paid. I bet none of you would trade places with her! This is one of the things this country needs to change and to get her off assistance! Obama has ideas that may help accomplish this.

Posted by: J on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:42 PM
Watch out, when you are walking down the street because Obama will put a gun to your head and drag you to the abortion clinic. How ridiculous. Everyone has a mind of their own and makes their own decisions. Nobody makes people get an abortion or tell you to have a gay marriage. If you don't like it to bad. I am sure you believe in many things that others don't like. You make the choice you live with the consequences. No body seems to care that the Bin Laden and Bush family did business together for many years. Their arms are probably the ones in Iraq right now killing our soldiers in a war that should never have been. Bush never really wanted Bin Laden, he just wanted an excuse to get Saddam. He knew what was going on that is why he flew Bin Laden's family out of the country after the attacks, so they would not have to deal with repercussions. Get your head out of your butts.

Posted by: Angie on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:32 PM
It's gonna get scary folks. At least in four years I can say, I told you so.

Posted by: farm boy Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:28 PM
I truly hope that Mr. Obama will serve the united states in the tradition of great presidents who have gone before him. I did not vote for him nor do I believe he is the most ualified person to do the job. I am concerned about his far-left stance, his tendencies tward socialist policy and his inexperience. I don't mean to sound negative but, I am deeply concerned about the near future of our country. As far as the rest of the world being happy about the outcome of our election . . . I don't care. I am concerned about how the president will keep the trust in protecting the interests of the USA. I hope he will keep that trust but I am somewhat doubtful.

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:27 PM
Amazing how people can witness one event and see it so differently. Obama being elected has given hope and elatement to many people who have felt hopeless for so long and many that have never involved themselves in the political process. This is amazing...how can anyone put a negative spin on it?

Posted by: sarah palinnnn Location: south bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:24 PM
I personally believe that U.S. Americans are unable to do so because, uh, some people out there in our nation don't have maps and, uh, I believe that our, uh, education like such as in, uh, South Africa and, uh, the Iraq and everywhere like such as, and I believe that they should, uh, our education over here in the U.S. should help the U.S., uh, should help South Africa and should help Iraq and the Asian countries, so we will be able to build up our future for our children

Posted by: Jake Location: SE KY on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:22 PM
Toby, 11:23 AM: please don't move to Kentucky

Posted by: Amy Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:14 PM
Yes, what have the Democrats in control of Congress the last two years done??? By the way, Bush had nothing to do with the way the economy played out - you can blame that on the overpriced, over leveraged housing market that imploded in California (democratically dominated by the way). It was easy money time for those idiots that paid too much on not enough income. It imploded in California and spread across the country. Corporate America got greedy and the CONGRESS did NOTHING!!! The president has less control than everyone thinks!

Posted by: Steve Location: Granger on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:11 PM
This economic sitiuation is the end result of the failed republinazi policies. It has nothing to do with the dems haveing a small majority on the hill. The last time I checked, it was as soon as bush hit the white house that everything started to cost more. But I'm not shocked that the conservatives can't take responsibility for their actions, its always someone elses fault. It was The Dems fault when they were in the White House but Repubs controled congress, now its the fault of the congress not the white house, make up your minds!

Posted by: Debra Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:05 PM
Oh grow up you Obama haters... You all are predicting the worst outcome in presidential history? Are you God or something? Back off ! Give the man a chance. If you don't like it, Pack your damn bags and move out of this country. I'm sick of people saying he's not qualified.. Then I guess that means you're all hypocrites.( If you work, I'm sure when you first started your field of profession that your were new. You wanted a chance to prove yourself). Or better yet, The men that have had experience coming into office didn't do a darn thing for United States, Just to make it worse. His speech was wonderful,And I believe there will be good change.. YES WE CAN !

Posted by: chuck Location: mish on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:57 PM
All you Republican't name-calling haters can do is call Obama socialist,terrorist,etc. Is it any wonder your "mavericky" Johnny McSame lost with losers like you as his supporters? How can you morons claim the country was great after the last eight years of total incompetence from your president G Dumya? You lost,losers. Go crawl under a rock with your AM radio and stay there.

Posted by: Anonolyms Location: St. Joe on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:50 PM
To everyone commenting on how the economy is Bush's responsability.. it didn't go down the crapper until the Dems took control of the house two years ago.. now we have the dems in control of the house, senate and white house! AHHHHH! Time to run and hide if you ask me!

Posted by: Todd Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:47 PM
So..tell me Robbie...exactly when was McCain President before? I'm still looking for that executive experience he claims...since he has never been President, Governor, or Mayor. He graduated fourth from last from the Naval Academy and was there out of family obligation he admitted. It' was all a trick and pony show on his end.

Posted by: Sarah Location: Michigan on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:47 PM
I can't believe how many uneducated voters we have out there. Has anyone actually read Obama's Prospectus? It is horrendous and scary to read. Also with democrats in all three, house, senate and the white house are ecomony is doomed other than for the large corporate entities. It is going to be scary times and I would start hording your money now! The tax breaks everyone speaks about.. read his prospectus they won't exsist! As well as raising the min wage to over $11 sounds great.. but all the small business owners I know are barely scraping by now, they will end up closing their doors because they won't be able to pay their emp, so there are more jobs that are going to be lost. So glad to see that the big corporates are winning again.. Sad days are ahead, And I think the exact opposite of racism is at hand too many people voted BECAUSE of the color of his skin for him, so that they can say they were part of hist Quit playing the race cards! Haven't we prov that those times are history?

Posted by: Linda Location: Granger on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:44 PM
Let's just hope now that Obama can turn this country around and make it a better, safer and more self reliant country than it's been the last 8 years. If he does what he said he'd do I think that will happen.

Posted by: eh Location: mi on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:40 PM
to voter on nov 5th 10:03 am: very well said. and to aj on nov 5th at 9:54: yea, the democraps will change all that, they will take away what's left.

Posted by: Ben Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:38 PM
America is screwed. End of story. When Biden said "it will not be 6 months before the world tests O'Bama" you should have woken up people! He is not ready to run our country! yes a black man in office is a great thing, but not this man! not this man who won't say the pledge! this pro-abortion man! the robin hood economics crap! Why should I be punished for being successful!? Everyone google "Berg v. O'bama" You really screwed us Dems!

Posted by: R Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:35 PM
I wasn't crazy for either candidate running, but what drives me more crazy is the crap after the election where everyone is saying "the first black president" uh, hello where have all of you been, He isn't white nor is he black.. he is both (bi-racial) So let's correct it and state he is the first bi-racial president, that is more fitting. I'm tired of the flippen race card, if everyone wants to be treated equal and were all the same, then why is there a darn "race" reference. When Obama fills out paperwork for anything that asks his race, I don't think he specifically selects "black" or "white", I believe he picks "Other". I have plenty of bi-racial friends and that is exactly what it is "Other", it's not multiple choice when they wake up in the morning on what race they are going 2 b that day. So the fact this election somewhat turned out to be based on race for alot of blacks and not for the candidate itself scares the crap out of me regarless of the situation America is in

Posted by: jne Location: mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:31 PM
To Karen in Elkhart - I'm a Christian - not by name - but by walk - I don't take things lightly - believe you me I have and will continue to be praying - roses - in order to keep smelling them, we'd better we getting out there and making sure that we're not supporting a bunch of socialist flower children - no matter what color they are. Color is not the issue here - the man is not qualified! We are in for some very tough times, folks - my attitude is not negative - it's real. And, yes, I will pray for God to do a miracle in Mr. Obama's life - and his friend Oprah's, too!

Posted by: StillChester Location: North Liberty on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:30 PM
Whether you support McCain or Obama, you have to admit, that yesterday this country showed the rest of the world what a Democracy should look like (although I STILL think more people need to get out to vote). It's not necessarily who we voted for, but how we did it. This was a monumental step toward eliminating voter apathy and a disinterest in politics. Whatever side you're on, one thing is for certain; we ALL can feel a sense of pride today as the world has seen the example we have set. THAT is how you spread Democracy.

Posted by: KJP Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:29 PM
Here come the taxes, hold on to your wallets. Obama isn't going to be here for us working class. You think the jobs will return or the housing situation will get better???? Not going to happen, more jobs will be lost and more houses will set empty. I can see the tax credit's Bush gave us going down the toilet. God help us!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by: Sue Location: Milford on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:26 PM
Okay Dems: You have control of the House. Knowing it will take a little time to get our country back on track...make it happen!!! But, if for some reason this great country of ours falls...Don't blame it on Bush!!! You wanted the job.

Posted by: Alan Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:23 PM
A lot of white people voted for BHO. It comes down to the last several years of the war, price of gas, the economy, and jobs. The Bush administration did little to be proactive much less reactive in those areas. Of course BHO will be a one term president because he will not be able to deliver on his campaign promises. Poor people have been voting for democrats for the last 50-60 years and they are still poor.

Posted by: Pat Location: LaPorte on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:19 PM
God help us all.You people wanted a change, I can guarentee you, you will sure get one, but I don’t think you are going to like it. I am waiting to see Michelle’s transcripts now from college, that were sealed till after the election. I am sure, she is proud of the United States, now, she wasn’t before. They are celebrating in Kenya, does that tell you anything? I guess now his aunt, can become an American citizen, this is what she has been waiting for, and him denying he knew she wasn’t! I wonder if he will spread the wealth to her now, since she has lived in poverty all these years? Hehe, now all you welfare people can start lining up for your share of the wealth. and all us poor working fools can pay for it. For the first time in my life, I am ashamed of the United States, Black Panthers monitoring the polls? With night sticks, even. This is just the beginning folks. socialized medicine? You won’t be able to even get a good dr. You call us cry babies, don't come crying to me!

Posted by: jne Location: mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:19 PM
Hey to "I can't believe this in Mishawaka" - your comment about no one declaring war on us when Clinton was in office - excuse me, but no one declares war with someone they're sharing the same bed with! - wake up and smell the Socialism!!!!

Posted by: Robbie Location: Michigan on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:15 PM
We are doomed indeed! This country is in big trouble while we watch an inexperienced young senator from Illinois try to learn the job of president. It will most definately be a very long four years.

Posted by: angie Location: south bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:06 PM
UT-OH! We're all in trouble here! Obama wins - everyone else loses.

Posted by: Karen Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:54 AM
I am sorry to see so many negative and disrespectful comments. Maybe the party did not win that you voted for, but our new President is going to need the support and blessings and prayers of us all. All of our problems are not going to be solved next year or even during the following year. Can't we all unite and work toward making this a better country. Can't we put aside our negative attitudes and be thankful for what we have and think positive that things will get better. Wake up and smell the roses!

Posted by: JASON Location: LAPORTE on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:44 AM
I wonder how many of you who are against Obama for "political reasons" are truly just racists. What a bunch of cowards. Open your eyes and see that there are much bigger issues then race. I guarantee you that God is blind when it comes to the color of your skin. Good luck and God Bless President Elect Obama, it looks like you may need both.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: rothschild on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:32 AM
I am scard for everyone. you people beleive everything obama says he will do if he became president just like you people did with Bush. Wake up people he tells you what you want to hear. Do you really think he is going to do everything he said, NO because it will never get passed. I did not vote because neither one I think is going to do any good but maybe having a dem. in there can change something because if he do'nt we all are in alot of trouble.god bless america

Posted by: tito Location: sb on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:28 AM
I'll name one country where socialism succeeded: AMERICA. Medicare and Medicaid are socialist. SOCIAL SECURITY is socialist. Farm Aid is socialist. Tariffs on foreign goods so that American goods can be priced competitively in the US market is socialist. Seems like America has been doing some pretty socialist things and it's been doing them for a long time.

Posted by: Toby Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:23 AM
Mz V, (from Benton Harbor...uhhh...)we ARE packing up and moving, so we won't have to continue to work like dogs to support those of you who WON'T. Good luck getting all those handouts...that's what you do best.

Posted by: matt Location: sb on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:20 AM
Thank GOD!!! Maybe America can get back on the right track after 8 years of the worst presidency ever.

Posted by: Jared Location: Plymouth on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:18 AM
Doesn't is concern anybody about how Obama couldn't even be a candidate for presidency for security purposes becuase of his family, if he wasn't already a senator? the election is over and there is nothing that we can do now besides hope for the best. I hope those first time voters that voted for Obama because he's black really knew what they were doing. Unfortunately Bush ruined it for McCain becuase we don't need a spokesman, we need a leader! I just hope Obama backs up everything that he campaigned for.

Posted by: SC Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:13 AM
Has everyone forgotten that Mr. Obama isn't just black but 1/2 white?! Stop playing the race card about him being black. He'd be a great man even if he were purple with pink spots. It's not about the color of his skin so why did so many of you just vote as if it were? I have high hopes that our country will turn itself around now. May God bless America and may America bless God!

Posted by: Ron Location: SB on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:06 AM
To celebrate this great day free food stamps and welfare checks to everyone. Who will pay for this you ask, why the working man. Yes, the same ones who voted for this to happen. HA HA HA

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:03 AM
This has become a racist issue because of the people that voted for him just because of his skin color. I feel the same way about the women that voted for Hillary in the primaries just because of gender. I am not implying that there were not any informed Obama voters. To paraphrase Oprah's comment that this just proves to any young BLACK child that you can be the president of the U.S. Why not that this just proves to any child that you can be the president of the U.S.? She brought the color issue into it. What about the preparations that were in place for riot control if he didn't win? Would the riots have been because of political position or skin color? Unfortunately, there are no winners here. With this mentality of supression, there are only losers.

Posted by: Diddy Location: LaPorte on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:02 AM
For all of you that think that America is doomed, then get the he** out of here. You lost faith. Give the guy a chance.

Posted by: Anonymous Location: S.B. on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:02 AM
The majority of America has spoken! If you don't like the outcome, then that is too bad. You will just have to suck it up just like us Democrats had to for the last 8 long years. I feel sorry for Obama, because Bush has left this country in a complete mess and everyone is going to expect Obama to fix everything in half the time it took Bush to mess it up. As one guy said, Bush will probably leave the Whitehouse burning and going up in smoke as he is leaving.

Posted by: i can't believe this Location: mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 11:01 AM
I cannot believe sum of the comments i am reading.. we have suffered, lost jobs, lost homes, paid almost $5.00 a gallon for gas under bush's control. All the stereotypes of Obama and is "the white house going to be called "da crib" is sum BS...Obama stands for the working middleclass american and i believe that he is trying to help all of us overcome the disaster that bush has created. I am looking forward to all the changes to come and pray for a more safe and stable america..(jus a note, no one declared war on us when clinton was in office!!!)

Posted by: Heather Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:50 AM
Time for a change? I wonder if all those democrats support illegal immigration and Obama wanting to give them all green cards? That will be a "good" change, right America? I bet half of Indiana wasn't thinking about that when they voted? No wonder Obama had 78% of the Hispanic vote? Wow. I'd like to hear how some of the Democrats on here feel about that change and hope for them?

Posted by: BWayne Location: niles on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:48 AM
Let me get this straight. A white person is racist if he didn't vote for Obama? But, an African-American who voted for him only because he is African-American isn't racist? Pretty shallow. We all may as well adopt the attitude of "why work?". Our new president will see that hard work is penalized and slothfulness is not detrimental to one's existence. Bend over, here comes the next four years, you will feel this. I have no problem voting for an African-American--but, not this one. And now that Obama is calling for everyone to come together for the good of the country, shouldn't the "African-American" designation be dropped in favor of "American" if we are to avoid any reference to race?

Posted by: Chaz Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:45 AM
Willie, have you been asleep for the last several years where republicans have been telling democrats that wanted to change things to move if they didn't like the way the country was being run? I got sick of it. I will say though that I don't think people should have to move. We need to work together.

Posted by: Craig Location: Bremen on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:37 AM
Alot of you whiners sound like me 8 years ago! My thoughts at the time turned out to be correct, as we all know the trouble this country is in. Eight years of Bush and six years of Republican majority turned into a nightmare. Will this country be better now? We will see. We are so far in the hole that Barack is right when he says it will take ten years to get totally there. Support your president and be a true American!

Posted by: Mitch Location: Indiana on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:35 AM
HA! American has spoken indeed! The GOP sucks! Listen to all of you whiners! I love it. You still try to defend BUSH policies even after the past 8 years. THAT is what is truly unbelievable. Oh wait a minute. What is all of you favorite phrase; "If you dont like it, you can git out!!" HAHA!

Posted by: Chaz Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:22 AM
Republicans, your worst fears are true. The average democrat really hates this country, wants to abort your unborn child and make love to farm animals. Dear Lord how can you people be so stupid? Have you forgotten how good you had it under Clinton and hid 39% maximum tax on the wealthy which is exactly where Obama wants to place it again? Don't like Obama? Fine. Pray for him and the leadership. But don't tell me that America is doomed. It's only doomed if you let it be. America is made up of you and me. I have America and my best interests at heart. I just disagree with you on how to get there. America needs to change. The world has changed and will continue to do so. Or do you think America was at it's best when blacks were property and women couldn't vote? America is about change and revolution. Always has been. Always will be. The sooner you realize that and start trying to change things for the better, the sooner we can get past this idea that American is just perfect as it is.

Posted by: Voter Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:03 AM
THIS SUCKS! There goes the world as we know it.. It's going to be a long four years.

Posted by: Amy Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 10:00 AM
God Bless America - wait, is Reverend Wright going to say God d%&* America now - or wait that is right, no one cares about Reverend Wright anymore, everyone just voted with their hands out, gimmee, gimmee, gimmee.. Remember Democrats, absolute power corrupts absolutely.

Posted by: Aj Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:54 AM
I really do enjoy the comments about cuts to our military. Last time I checked all my friends in Iraq had humvee's with canvass tops, vests that could only stop 9mm rounds (while insurgents have AK-47's) and other useless equipment..thanks to Republicans. Last time I checked, Donnelly, Obama, and others were angry that we were not giving our men and women what they needed, and planned to spend the money because they are not just numbers, but rather our brothers, sisters, husbands, wives, fathers, mothers...they are our family. The Republicans have given them 7 years of war, with faulty or inadquate equipment. The Democrats will change that.

Posted by: D Location: NAPPANEE on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:45 AM
I can't wait for bigger government and for more free healthcare for lazy a**es who WONT work. i see it everyday and it makes me so proud to have had a job since the age of 14 and i get to support these people even more now that we are gong to be a socialist society- yippee!

Posted by: Renee Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:41 AM
I just hope Obama does what is right for our country, not his own personal agenda or beliefs. I think he had some good ideas, but didn't like his interview that he would raise taxes on the coal companies and in his own words, they would go bankrupt which means skyrocketing electricty costs. That is the kind of thing that makes me very worried.....all we can do is wait and see and pray for the best.

Posted by: Jessica on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:33 AM
It'a a BEAUTIFUL day in America!

Posted by: Willie Location: Niles on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:32 AM
It's amazing to me, and sad, that hateful democrats can't even play nice when their candidate wins. As Pavi pointed out, you didn't hear any conservatives threatening to move out of the country if Obama won. I don't share political ideologies with the President-elect, but I will certainly support him as my president, unlike all the Bush-bashers of the past eight years. Grow up, Dems!

Posted by: B Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:31 AM
Lets see how the Obama supporters feel in 2 years...

Posted by: Tommy on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:28 AM
I'd like to dedicate a song to the election of Barack Obama..."Kiss your ass goodbye" by Styx - "...In the ending you can bet Everyone's a loser Kiss your ass good-bye Man it's closing time It never seems fair It's never enough Take a bow, pucker up and Kiss your ass good-bye (Nothing left to say, now that it's over you can) Kiss your ass good-bye Good-bye"

Posted by: Tribal Warrior Location: Goshen on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:09 AM
Celebrate today, ha! you are still without a job tomorrow. So what does an obama victory do for America? Nothing. America is bankrupt, he can't spend anymore and surely he ain't raising taxes, if he does raise taxes that'll throw us into a depression. Obama is for gays and abortion, America is doomed!!!

Posted by: anonymous on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:07 AM
Yeah.....now our country is going to be worse off. Socialism here we come!!

Posted by: Mike Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:06 AM
I thought Obama was half white too. Why do people keep referring to him as an African-American. Not that it matters but he his just as much white as he is black making him the first Bi-racial president. Anyways enough with the racial crap already. I just hope we can move forward with this country and get the economy going again. If Obama can help accomplish this, then I'll stand by him.

Posted by: b Location: bass lake on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:05 AM
to Pavi:the economy is in the toilet, jobs have been outsourced, and energy costs have skyrocketed, under Bush. Everyone, are you better off now than eight years ago? How was the economy then? and energy and fuel costs? The middle class has suffered the republicans reign.Now, we have hope.

Posted by: Suzi Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 09:03 AM
It is somewhat entertaining to read such ignorant remarks against Obama and Democrats. I have hope in him, and hope for change. Worst case scenerio ~ he flops (which I do not believe will happen) ~ but it could not be any worse than what we have now! And McCain (or McBush) would have just kept running this country into the ground. I am so thankful that this war will be over soon!!!

Posted by: Chad Location: Osceola on Nov 5, 2008 at 08:56 AM
It's a sad moment that Obama won the election. Our country is in for some major damage with abortions, gay rights and such. I pray that God's hands be on OBAMA and that he will see judgment for any wrong he does.

Posted by: obamarama on Nov 5, 2008 at 08:44 AM
This marks the end of using racism as an excuse for bad behavior. All I have to do when someone spouts that b.s. is point to the White House. And democrats historically come down hard on obscene music and media. All in all, this election is a great thing for those of us who hate the rap/thug music industry. I voted for Obama. I absolutely knew he would win handily. I don't know why there are people out there who think Obama is going to "free your bros", lower your rent, have guys break into rich people's houses and give their stuff to poor people... some of you folks aren't seeing straight.

Posted by: Nick on Nov 5, 2008 at 08:27 AM
Rick, if all the republicans move who is going to do the work? The democrat socialist ideas have to be funded somehow...

Posted by: Obama on Nov 5, 2008 at 08:25 AM
Obama wont' pay for your mortage or pay for your car payment. There were too many inferred promises for him to be viewed as successful over the next few years. The "brothers and sistas" who voted for him think he is next next Jesus, what they don't realised since most of them are so uneducated that they didn't even know Sarah Palin wasn't his VP. They voted for him because he was black. Then you have the others who made him win, the young college students, who sadly due to their vote when they go to graduate will not have jobs. They will see the direct affects of what happens when you vote for a candidate who doesn't have experience as well as has terrible economic policies which basically is a steal from those who do, and give to those who don't.

Posted by: Mz V Location: Benton Harbor on Nov 5, 2008 at 08:21 AM
America was great. Don't speak so fast, everyone gave Bush a chance look what happened. Everyone deserves a chance. Ross, I hope that you don't eat your words. Helen if you think you are doomed then relocate to another country, we were doomed with Bush and the Bush's before him. Taxpayer, I wish you could speak for everyone on here. You have posted the statement that makes the most sense. Everyone deserves a chance he can't do any worse than what has already been done. Toby join Helen pack up and move. G you can also keep your comments to yourself. I pray that God will cover and protect the new President, First Lady and their children and his cabinet, from morans like these on here. God is not concern with our color, he's concerned with our lives and how we treat one another, if he died for all of us what makes us better than him to have hate for one another according to our color. All blacks don't live in projects or have cribs. But, I am praying for those.

Posted by: Nikki Location: niles on Nov 5, 2008 at 08:21 AM
I think Obama has alot of good ideas and hope that everything turns out for the best. I'm just scared that this might be the start of another civil war God be with us all.

Posted by: Ann Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 08:17 AM
RIP USA.

Posted by: GOD HELP US on Nov 5, 2008 at 08:09 AM
name one country were socialism succeeded??..were going to get african people shoved down our throats...good job!

Posted by: eh Location: mi on Nov 5, 2008 at 07:58 AM
hold on, this is gonna hurt!!!!!

Posted by: jne Location: mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 07:52 AM
Well, Oprah, you did it! You knew there would never be a black female in the White House in your lifetime, so you puppeted Obama in with your dollars. He will fail. You may have even put him in harms way. But Mr. McCain is not so stupid as you might think, as he has given Sarah Palin exposure, and when your puppet fails in four years, she will run for President and be the first female president (black or white - who cares what color a person is - that's not the issue), and she will win despite your dollars. Stick to entertainment Oprah, that's what you seem to do best! Now America, let's stick together as REAL Americans, we've got a tough four years ahead of us!!! Remember, IN GOD WE TRUST, not Obama!!

Posted by: Clint Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 07:30 AM
Hey Ross (Granger) I know you would rather live in a bubble than among different races. I guess we all know where you stand on equal rights issues based on your ending view.

Posted by: God-fearing voter Location: in Edwardsburg on Nov 5, 2008 at 07:30 AM
Presidential elections have always had their suspense... but the outcome of this one is down right SCARY! May God forgive the Obama voters ignorance!

Posted by: Sue Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 07:20 AM
God Bless America! God Bless Obama!

Posted by: JESSICA Location: MISHAWAKA on Nov 5, 2008 at 07:19 AM
I THINK THIS IS SAD THAT THERE ARE SO MANY HATERS ON THIS SITE. THE NATION CAN'T GET ANY WORSE THAN IT IS RIGHT KNOW. OBAMA HAS A LOT OF WORK AHEAD OF HIM AND HE CAN DO IT. FOR ALL OF YOU WHO DON'T LIKE HIM BECAUSE OF HIS COLOR... GET OVER IT... THE CIVIL RIGHT MOVEMENT WAS 50 YEARS AGO AND WE ARE ALL CREATED EQUAL. I THINK OTHER COUNTRIES IN THE WORLD WILL THANK GOD THAT WE HAVE OBAMA IN THE WHITE HOUSE AND NOT A NOTHER PERSON LIKE BUSH WHO WILL DECLAIR WAR ON A COUNTRY JUST FOR LOOKING AT THE USA THE WRONG WAY. OBAMA WILL CHANGE THE COURSE OF THE USA FOR THE BETTER AND I AM PROUD TO SAY I VOTED FOR HIM AND MY VOICE WAS HEARD. MCCAIN WAS FAR TO OLD TO BE PRESIDENT... OUR LUCK HE WOULD HAVE DIED WHILE IN OFFICE FROM OLD AGE AND WE WOULD THEN BE STUCK WITH SARA PALIN. GOD BLESS OBAMA AND HIS FAMILY FOR TAKING SUCH A DIFFICULT JOB. HE CAN DO IT.

Posted by: J on Nov 5, 2008 at 07:13 AM
Pavi: I know personally many people who said they would move if Obama won. I will be waiting by their door with a U-haul.

Posted by: lost Location: mish on Nov 5, 2008 at 07:12 AM
I did not volt for Obama so when taxes are going up every one that voted for him can take on my taxes.

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 5, 2008 at 07:11 AM
To DB: "Prediction - we will have another terrorist attack within 8-10 yrs" I have a prediction in 8-10 years I will be 8-10 years older. By the way the Bin Laden family and the Bush family did business for years. Guess why Bin Laden is still on the run. Because Bush really didn't care about finding him he just wanted to go to a war that daddy couldn't fight and now we have money going to a war that never should have been fought.

Posted by: mark Location: granger on Nov 5, 2008 at 07:09 AM
I don't understand, last year everybody was saying Mr. Obama was not black he was a muslem, now he is the first black man to be voted in as president. What happen to him???? Good luck Mr. Obama, and God be with you.

Posted by: C Location: mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:57 AM
I love it that the minority voting for McCain seem to know what is best for this country, against the majority that voted for Obama. I guess most of you think things we just fine in this country too right? Ah, exclusivity v.s. mainstream society. Reminds of of the animated movie "Over The Hedge." Here we call it "Over There, Granger." (See some Granger comment postings to justify the title)

Posted by: obamanation Location: elkhart america on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:50 AM
Welcome my friends to obamanation here are your free hand outs. Enjoy them now because later they are going to take everything good you used to know away from you. As for Pavi, well put my friend. Emotions and a LAZY American body decided this election. And its so said to see that the Me generation has actually gone to a nation level. And Rick, I will not right or call because I know your just like every other Dem. that will hold thereselves accountable for any thing but your ACTIONS. So keep going with all your talk about how bush has distroyed your life and everyone elses and then when you get your change that you voted for and it further destroyes your life, go ahead blame it on Bush then too. Because I know how you all are, you make bad decisions and know it but you have to take the liberal route and blame someone else. I hope you enjoy your obamanation America. "We pledge aligence to obama" well at least thats how your new leader looks at it. Look it up its true.

Posted by: CJ Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:44 AM
Hey G (is that your full first name?) we are all created equal if you didn't know that already. Ignorance scores you or anyone else who is ignorant no points in anything.

Posted by: scott Location: southbend on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:43 AM
we are not doomed nor are we going to a war,if you look into history you'll see how many african americans have changed this country for the good.I didnt care who won, as long as the economy goes back to where it's suppose to be and i can have my job back or not have a hard time finding one.good luck obama and god bless

Posted by: CJ Location: mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:38 AM
It is pretty sad to see the comments against Obama because of the color of his skin here. Ignorance still prevails in this country and that is horribly pathetic. And to the Granger residents that feel the country is doomed- it was doomed when George W. took office. Oh, but wait, he took care of you guys right? I'm white by the way, so change your assumption.

Posted by: Tony Location: mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:35 AM
what a sad day. too bad mccain wasn't a black female. Oh well. guess all the worlds problems will end today. or wait..maybe its jan 20? this ought to fix the immigration problem, no one will want to come here if there are no jobs and the gov controls everything. look at the bright side. optimism. Just remember all you folks claiming freedom is the most important right as an american...

Posted by: J Location: Granger on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:20 AM
God Bless the new president and his family. Now let's see if what he has told us comes true.

Posted by: Voter Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:18 AM
The chants of "yes we can" reminded me of the films of Nazi Germany. Like they say; Be careful what you wish for. Pigs we get what pigs deserve. American freedoms being herded to the slaughterhouse. If only that pesky constitution wern't in the way...Pelosi, Clinton, Kennedy, Reid and the new majority will take care of that. Redistribution of wealth means that what you have is shortly to become theirs to spend as they please.

Posted by: LOL! on Nov 5, 2008 at 06:16 AM
Hide your wallets! In 4 years "hope" and change will be "despair" with a hammer and sickle stuck in it.

Posted by: doomed for now Location: st. joe county on Nov 5, 2008 at 05:52 AM
Well i will have to say congrats to obama for being the first african american president and the biggest deceiver ive ever encountered. But for the rest of us that seen through all the bull and hidden tactics, thank you for standing up for what was right. So I guess now we lose our right to bare arms and gain our right to kill our own people (abortion). I hope you are happy that you will now be getting free hand outs from the government that no one deserves and its coming out of my pocket. Enjoy. And for RICK, yeah I might just move, that way I dont have to work my butt off for the next 4 years for nothing. (I was thinking more like canada though) Oh yeah one other thing, how can you say God bless Obama when he doesnt even believe in the same God america does? Unless your thinking of a different god, yeah bet you didnt know that about him. And if you did know that, Lord Jesus help us. And to all the new and uneducated voters, thanks for doing what the media told you to do.

Posted by: J on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:57 AM
Rick: Good point. Since Sarah wanted to separate Alaska from the US. We can also see if she will be able to handle a bigger population.

Posted by: J on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:55 AM
I just wish his grandmother was here to see this day. I know she is watching him from above and is very proud.

Posted by: J on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:52 AM
Whoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!yea

Posted by: Pavi Location: SBN on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:29 AM
To Rick 03:57- I don't think I have heard any republicans threaten to move if Obama won. I just remember your left wing nut jobs from Hollywood saying that last election. The statement of telling the democrats to move was a put up or shut up statement and I don't think anybody did. It was just more idle threats and an attempt to "scare" people. That is what they do best. America is still the best country out there and no other pace comes close, at least for now. We wil see what the democrats can do and time will tell, but I think you will see an economy fall into the oits, jobs will go away,and energy cost's will sky rocket and the second amendment will be burned at the stake. All you need to do is listen past the word "change" and ask, How are we going to change? People let their emotions guide them on this election and not truth, but that happens when you think the government is supposed to make your life good and prosperous instead of doing it yourself. Good luck fellow Americans.

Posted by: John Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 04:06 AM
David, why is it important that we put someone who is not a white man in the White House? Did you vote for Obama based on race only and not what he stands for? Scary!!!!!!! if you did.

Posted by: rick on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:57 AM
i would like to suggest to all those disgruntled republicans to do what they have been telling the rest of us all these years, MOVE! you might like alaska, i think palin is going to try and go rogue with it, what with her hubby being in that seperatist movement and all. don't bother to write or call.

Posted by: rick on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:55 AM
oh the joy of reading comments by republicans. the ones posting on the faux news website are downright loathesome. god bless america and god bless obama and biden. the people have spoken and we gave them a real mandate not a fake one like bushie claimed to have.

Posted by: G Location: Mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:05 AM
Is the White House going to be called "Da Crib" now!!!

Posted by: g Location: mishawaka on Nov 5, 2008 at 03:00 AM
And the projects are going to rise up...

Posted by: Toby Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 02:11 AM
We're doomed.

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:56 AM
Socialism here we come. All our prayers are answered. There will be free money for everyone. Can't wait till the UN is walking our streets. They are really cheering today! Dictatorship should be great. It is a guarantee that the poor will become poorer and the rich will become poorer. That should sufficiently make us ALL dependent on the Government. Right where all the foreign enemies want us to be when they take over America. Celebrate today and cry in two years.

Posted by: DB Location: Nappanee on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:54 AM
Prediction - we will have another terrorist attack within 8-10 yrs as liberals will cut defense spending and when the Republicans take back over - they'll blame them - just like they did with Bush - my bad, but didn't bin laden declare war on the USA on nat'l TV - oh, yes i think he did - i'm guessing billary as having his fun time with the intern and missed that one. Let's see this "change" - all you will see is more unconstitutional "entitlements" to people who are owed NOTHING and businesses will be picking up the tabs and will be moving overseas and to mexico.

Posted by: Taxpayer Location: Close Enough on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:46 AM
Thank God it is over.With this country being in the worse shape I have seen it in the 50 years I have lived here, anyone stepping into the white house would seem like a suicide choice. I don't care what the color of our new president is, he could be green for all I care.I just hope that he has the guts,wisdom and ability to turn things around. Or at least get something stable going for us.Only time will revial what the lies were and what his capabilities truly are. It does bother me somewhat when our new president does not honor our colors when presented.With the oil companies and the congressional taxdollar give away programs trying to bankrupt us, I thought we were doomed. This country needs to be run like a sucessful business and not like a broken welfare program. I guess the moral of this story is , he can't do much worse then the last. Good luck Obama you have the wheel. Thanks WNDU for doing such a great job all around!!!!

Posted by: Helen Location: Granger on Nov 5, 2008 at 01:21 AM
We are all DOOMED !!!!

Posted by: Ross Location: Granger on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:58 AM
Here goes the USA right down the toilet. If you think business will stay around for Obama and his socialist change, just wait and see what is next. Jobs in this area have only begun to leave, by the end of theyear I predict unemployment at 15 - 21 percent. Thanks to Obama nad his Muslim buddies.

Posted by: Mikki Location: Elkhart on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:48 AM
I voted and my voice was heard!!! God Bless and Protect the Obama/Biden family!!!

Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:35 AM
Yay for socialism

Posted by: America was great Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:34 AM
Welcome to the USSA. The United Socialists States of America! Say good bye to our great Constitution!

Posted by: David Location: Goshen on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:30 AM
History has been made today, not only did we go back to a democratically dominated government body, we have actually put someone in the White House that is not a white man. History was going to be made in any event tonight, but WOW! And, also, if the entire campaign was run like tonight was played out, there would have been an entirely different race run in 2008.

Posted by: Jay Location: SB on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:28 AM
As a Republican I am not surprised. Look at the state of our country after 8 years of Bush. A ton of folks in the RP need to resign so we can get some fresh ideas going. As for Obama, now will see if he can walk the walk.

Posted by: HATER Location: SB on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:27 AM
Wake the blank up America!!! WWIII here we come!!! Hope you guys enjoyed your life!!!

Posted by: Voter Location: South Bend on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:03 AM
Am I happy Obama won? No. Am I happy McCain lost? No. I am happy that the Clintons are not going back to the White House. For those that supported Obama: I hope he knows what he's doing. Bush didn't and I voted for him - twice.

Posted by: kathleen Location: modesto, ca on Nov 5, 2008 at 12:01 AM
dreams do come true and prayers are answered!!

Posted by: kaitlyn Location: plymouth indiana on Nov 4, 2008 at 11:41 PM
i am so glad that obama won. we needed to have a democrate back in the game. now hopefully we are set i wish nothing but luck and i congratulate him and support everything he does 100%