This is the best news I've heard in ages. Thank you so much. I am so proud to be natively of Illinois and be represented by such a great guy and hopefully my future president.
I am currently reading his book, The Audacity of Hope and I find myself liking him more and more. He seems to be an honest politician if there is such a thing.
Everytime we get a hopeful President or Presidential candidate, someone in the shadow govt comes along and puts an end to it. We miss you John and Bobby!
I support you Obama, and I wish I can donate to your cause, but with things they are with everything, I can't right now, but will try soon. God Bless you and I will fallow you, when you become leader of this state. God Speed, Obama, God Speed.
Who was this man 2 years ago? Now he wants to run our country? Seriously, who and what was he prior to being a senator? He's only been in the senate for 2 years and we want to consider him for president?!?! Amazing how naive we are.
Barack Obama is what this country needs, in many many ways. Everyword he speaks rings true to me. We are American's first not Republican's and Demnocrat's. Let's stand together. Obama in 2008!
I really love the theory behind his campaign. Its inspiring and pretty freaking awesome. I just hope he follows through with it. I really hope he does, but I've been dissappointed so many times, I dont even want to get my hopes up. I hope he becomes president and keeps his word.
Barack, you are the first political candidate I've felt this strongly about in my 38 years. I believe your goals and intentions are just, and you will get my vote in 2008.
Greetings from Finland, Europe. Today there was a 4-page article on the second largest newspaper Aamulehti about Barack Obama. He was compared to great men who changed the history like Robert Kennedy and Martin Luther King. Also Europe needs this man! So please, vote!!!
i feel way better and more excited about Kucinich. he speaks more deeply and provocatively; he feels more real and honest and has profound conviction. but i do like the clarity and intelligence in obama's voice.. if obama is our only option as dem candidate, i would vote for him.
I am in the United States Air Force....I fight everyday for this great country....I beleive the best thing for America is without a doubt Obama! We need a change! You have my vote!
"You live in a society. Respect it. Or it won't respect you." Just thought I would re-iterate words well said. I'll quote you on that one Circumpolar. I agree.
Obama, as only a Junior Senator, has already passed legislation reforming Congressional relationships with lobbyists, passed legislation that secured increased funding for our Veterans, and passed nuclear nonproliferation legislation. He helped reform criminal justice system in Illinois and helped get healthcare to more poor families. He earned a law degree from one of the finest universities in the world!
I live in Sweden, a second generation immigrant and I´ve followed the worsening situation for immigrants in every day life: we don´t get jobs as easily as Swedes, the social economic help lessens, etc. What we need is a minority group strong LEADER and I hope Barack Obama will be a pioneer role model for this position even for us living in Sweden
As the Illinois senator concluded his remarks a few minutes later, he appeared to realize his gaffe. "There are going to be times when I get tired," he said. "There are going to be times when I get weary. There are going to be times when I make mistakes." Obama spokesman Bill Burton said later that the senator meant to say "at least 10," instead of 10,000.
Me and my Entire Family believe in you Barack Obama. We also read about your family time line on google. You have a blessed timeline, and wish the best for you! Sincerly Kawoin Thrasher.
"This conjunction of an immense military establishment and a large arms industry is new in the American experience ... In the councils of government, we must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex. The potential for the disastrous rise of misplaced power exists and will persist. We must never let the weight of this combination endanger our liberties or democratic process." Pres Dwight Eisenhower, January 17, 1961
Just because you have a close, personal relationship with someone, DOES NOT mean that you agree with all of their beliefs. Think about your best friend, do you not disagree on some major things? Do they possibly have opinions that horrify you, but yet do not make them a horrible person? No one is perfect, that includes political bigshots. We, as Americans, need not waste our time will foolish and futile distractions, we need to elect Barack Obama, and fulfil our great nation's potential.
What is most concerning for me is the current people in politics. I'm a 38 year old Black Man, and all I see is people who are way to willing to exclude people. I don't see that in OBAMA. He is the only person I have ever seen that talks about inclusion of all people. not just those who happen to agree with you. You can tell he means that, It's not just a good sound bit. May this man be put in the white house and show people how a multi-cultural Country should be run. God Bless and keep OBAMA.
How am I the only one to have fused WWE wrestler The Rock with Barack Obama? They have extremely similar looks & voices. I thought someone youtuber would have jumped on that ages ago.
I agree. He proves his heart and strong devotion through the way he presents himself, delivers speeches, and debates issues. He made it into public office for the first time through a grassroots campaign, not seen since Wellstone. Those who have met him or are close with him all have the same account of his charisma. JFK had the same amount of experience as Obama when he was elected. I'm sure the war hero status helped however.
Barak Obama got my vote. He is a unique politiican that doesn't follow stupid partisan party platform. He identifies himself as a Democrat but I don't really label him a liberal. He is in fact moderate. Very much reminds me of JFK. We need a president like this to boost the morale of United States. He is the change we need like the change needed before JFK was president.
cont... John McCain's 26 years in Congress, 22 years of military service including 1,966 days in captivity as a POW in Hanoi now seem more impressive than ever. At 71, John McCain may just be hitting his stride.
anyone saying he has too little experience for presidency is probably very wrong, you need to be pragmatic, have eye for the littler things that affect the population, and have an open mind. that he's done community work to help the less fortunate is a sign that he CARES about more than corporate businesses. his "lack" of experience comes to good use here: you can be pretty sure he's not as corrupt (or corrupt at all) as other politicians.
I am canadian and I want change for my north american neighboors. Please vote for Obama because I can't. I want you change for the world and we know that america is a big part of that world. I believe that Mr.Obama can bring not only change for america but change for the world.
This is my guy, I think! I like Edwards, too, but the fact that Obama was against the war from the start, makes me feel more secure about him than Edwards, who DID support the war at the beginning.
When looking at all the important issues facing our next President, energy, foreign relations, Iraq, etc... he's arguably the most qualified to deal with each issue. Add in the fact that he also has executive experience, and the choice is clear, Bill Richardson should be our next President!
THE NEXT PRESIDENT. An educated policitian with a universal concern to better not only this nation but every race and class, religion and age. A humble, but confident man who symbolizes the beauty of America. Go get em' "LeBron"!
when i was born i had a three and a half inch eyebrow, this bothered me because i dreamt of joining a beauty pagent one day, but i am a man, and now i love black men. go obama!
Change our politics? a: the art or science of government b : the art or science concerned with guiding or influencing governmental policy c : the art or science concerned with winning and holding control over a government Yes, perhaps we should go back to the beginning
People like you make me proud to be an American! You got my vote Mr Obama..or should i say Mr Future President. Your not only our Future president your my Best Friend!
I lived my youth under the state in east Germany. The horror of totalitarian rule can't be described. You have no movies, to depict the fear, the loneliness, the despair, the loss of hope that was German life. Honecker, our leader was no more evil and no less affable than those who bring you the same authoritarian rule which you passionately receive. Of all your candidates, you have only one angel of freedom, Ron Paul, and you mock him with contempt. Read Bastiat's "The Law"
Ive been reading his book Dreams From My Father and so far its a good book. i think he will be a good president if elected. my prayers are with you Obama
If you are a Democrat Barack Obama is the only logical choice of the front runners. His youth and new ideas will bring back the respect Americans once had around the world. George Bush is a good man at heart but he has failed as a leader. We need this change for our country to become what the founding fathers had intended.
Greetings from Switzerland (Europe) I think that Barack Obama should be president due to his youth and decisive personality. And i don't believe being inexperienced is a bad thing i mean JFK was inexperienced and he did a great job!
The color doesn't even matter cos politics is not about that. I watched numerous videos of Obama and I think he is really ambitious, has honesty and is strongly motivated to run the presidency with americans'help. He seems to have a clear and simple vision of american society. He definitely have to win. Excuse my english
Im 25 years old, and dropped out of college due to a dream job, I think I'm not going to vote for him simply because of his ideas on healthcare. I had back surgery back when I was in HS, and NO healthcare company wants to insure me because of my back surgery, until he fixes that problem, he doesn't have my vote.
If he were Presidential material he and other Democrat candidates would have told NBC they would not tolerate Mike Gravel a legitimate Presidential Candidate being banned from debate.If you have no loyalty to your own party members and defend their right to free speech.What does that say about your character and integrity.A Presidential candidate must lead by example.
Their is no more perfect candidate for this time in our history and the history of the world. He is a God send. History will record him as one of the best 2 term presidents in the history of America!
For all of you bantering about the Muslim bit: He went to an Open Muslim ELEMENTARY SCHOOL which didn't have any religious classes or push views, and was open to the public.
We do need a change. I don't agree with Obama's opinions on the war. But, he has a point. Personally, I think the CHRISTIANS in this country must come together and work to make this country better. We need to show a good example to the world.
During his speech, Obama stirred the crowd as he often does by skewering President Bush over the unpopular war and noting that he opposed it from the outset. "How could we have been involved in a war that never should have been authorized, that has already cost us half a trillion dollars," Obama said. Now that's a lot faster recognition of error than Bush or any other candidate seems capable.
Barack knows "and" want Us All to know that we are all Great and created in God's image! Can we allow him to be a mirror of who we are as americans? Lets see how he will turnout! I believe he will represent acordingly!
Y'all should be proud of your country. If this guy can stand to a stage and talk to millions of americans, it s because you people are broad-minded and that 's the reason why i m admirative of your nation. I m african and I live in Europe and trust me it 's not tomorrow we'll see a black run the country even as vice president. People in the country I live in are proud cause last year was the first time a black journalist presented the news. See?.
I like Obama. I think he articulate and quite naive, which in many ways may be a very good thing for promoting positive change in the political change in the world. Most importantly, I think his ideals are heavy and worth thinking about. Still, he has a long way to prove that he has the experience necessary to govern an entire country. I will be watching his campaign closely.
Obama is probably the most talented political speakers in history. His campaign has been better than Clinton's or McCain's but one thing that a professor in my university told me is that his optional public health care policy won't work though. If there is the option for the rich in the U.S. to decide whether to pay or not pay for public health care, they will not pay and the system will be underfunded. Despite Clinton's serious flaws, her mandatory public health care taxation will work.
hi, i'm a 15 year old venezuelan guy that's gonna give an opinion about Obama, english is not my language so mistakes are normal, i guess... i think americans won't let him win because he's black (i'm not racist) but i think obama would be a great president, the president that the united states needs, supporting middle class and low class people, that's how it should be... no more war, no more deaths just for showing the world how powerfull united states is
Obama, if you stick to exactly what you just said. You could be the next best overall president in history. I hope that if your elected you do exactly!! what you know is wrong with this country. I'm pulling for you and I'm going to vote for you in 2008. Don't let me or the American people down!!!
This man is exactly what this country needs! VOTE OBAMA!
he's the most trustable person I've heard who may be running so far.
He is the best. The world will listen to him
vote 4 obama 4 less drama :) 08
This is the best news I've heard in ages. Thank you so much. I am so proud to be natively of Illinois and be represented by such a great guy and hopefully my future president.
Iraq war veteran here and I love this man!!!
I am currently reading his book, The Audacity of Hope and I find myself liking him more and more. He seems to be an honest politician if there is such a thing.
if you just close your eyes and listen, he's got such a nice voice
Everytime we get a hopeful President or Presidential candidate, someone in the shadow govt comes along and puts an end to it. We miss you John and Bobby!
I love how he talks, it sounds sort of leaderish.
Wow, whoever encoded this video for UA-cam did a great job. Good sound and picture.
There's one thing Obama has that no other candiate had, a new, fresh attitude in solving the problems of the world.
was this his first ad? wheres the one where he announces his bid for the presidency, sittin on a couch at home?
I support you Obama, and I wish I can donate to your cause, but with things they are with everything, I can't right now, but will try soon. God Bless you and I will fallow you, when you become leader of this state. God Speed, Obama, God Speed.
"In Change, We can believe in"
Who was this man 2 years ago? Now he wants to run our country? Seriously, who and what was he prior to being a senator? He's only been in the senate for 2 years and we want to consider him for president?!?! Amazing how naive we are.
thank you mr. obama! thank you! finally someone who is honest and is speaking for, not using, the american working class.
Barack Obama is what this country needs, in many many ways. Everyword he speaks rings true to me. We are American's first not Republican's and Demnocrat's. Let's stand together. Obama in 2008!
He's my #1 too!
from an italian girl to the american people: if you care of the rest of the world pls vote for barack obama!!!!!!!!
the earth thanks you.
I love this guy more and more.... great man who cares about the little man
Thank you Scot and Beth in Winterhave, Florida for the great OBAMA 08 t shirt. Wearing it with pride. Kevin, London UK
I really love the theory behind his campaign. Its inspiring and pretty freaking awesome. I just hope he follows through with it. I really hope he does, but I've been dissappointed so many times, I dont even want to get my hopes up. I hope he becomes president and keeps his word.
Barack, you are the first political candidate I've felt this strongly about in my 38 years. I believe your goals and intentions are just, and you will get my vote in 2008.
i wonder who will win?
Greetings from Finland, Europe. Today there was a 4-page article on the second largest newspaper Aamulehti about Barack Obama. He was compared to great men who changed the history like Robert Kennedy and Martin Luther King.
Also Europe needs this man! So please, vote!!!
McCain 08
i feel way better and more excited about Kucinich. he speaks more deeply and provocatively; he feels more real and honest and has profound conviction. but i do like the clarity and intelligence in obama's voice.. if obama is our only option as dem candidate, i would vote for him.
I am in the United States Air Force....I fight everyday for this great country....I beleive the best thing for America is without a doubt Obama! We need a change! You have my vote!
"You live in a society. Respect it. Or it won't respect you."
Just thought I would re-iterate words well said. I'll quote you on that one Circumpolar. I agree.
Obama, as only a Junior Senator, has already passed legislation reforming Congressional relationships with lobbyists, passed legislation that secured increased funding for our Veterans, and passed nuclear nonproliferation legislation. He helped reform criminal justice system in Illinois and helped get healthcare to more poor families. He earned a law degree from one of the finest universities in the world!
Obama-Clark. Combination of visionary leadership and foreign-policy experience. Who would vote against this divine pairing?
I live in Sweden, a second generation immigrant and I´ve followed the worsening situation for immigrants in every day life: we don´t get jobs as easily as Swedes, the social economic help lessens, etc. What we need is a minority group strong LEADER and I hope Barack Obama will be a pioneer role model for this position even for us living in Sweden
As the Illinois senator concluded his remarks a few minutes later, he appeared to realize his gaffe.
"There are going to be times when I get tired," he said. "There are going to be times when I get weary. There are going to be times when I make mistakes."
Obama spokesman Bill Burton said later that the senator meant to say "at least 10," instead of 10,000.
canada loves obama. for the first time in awhile - i have faith that the world can change.
Me and my Entire Family believe in you Barack Obama. We also read about your family time line on google. You have a blessed timeline, and wish the best for you!
Sincerly Kawoin Thrasher.
"This conjunction of an immense military establishment and a large arms industry is new in the American experience ... In the councils of government, we must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex. The potential for the disastrous rise of misplaced power exists and will persist. We must never let the weight of this combination endanger our liberties or democratic process."
Pres Dwight Eisenhower, January 17, 1961
Congrats on winning the nomination Barack!
Obama in 2008!
Just because you have a close, personal relationship with someone, DOES NOT mean that you agree with all of their beliefs. Think about your best friend, do you not disagree on some major things? Do they possibly have opinions that horrify you, but yet do not make them a horrible person? No one is perfect, that includes political bigshots. We, as Americans, need not waste our time will foolish and futile distractions, we need to elect Barack Obama, and fulfil our great nation's potential.
Yes please Mr. Obama, this country needs someone with a WORLD view and a long term outlook, I think you're the best person for the job!!
What is most concerning for me is the current people in politics. I'm a 38 year old Black Man, and all I see is people who are way to willing to exclude people. I don't see that in OBAMA. He is the only person I have ever seen that talks about inclusion of all people. not just those who happen to agree with you. You can tell he means that, It's not just a good sound bit. May this man be put in the white house and show people how a multi-cultural Country should be run.
God Bless and keep OBAMA.
How am I the only one to have fused WWE wrestler The Rock with Barack Obama? They have extremely similar looks & voices. I thought someone youtuber would have jumped on that ages ago.
as a non amerikan i shouldent realy comment, but this guy seems right for your country. he seems real, honest and could be the best thing for usa
I support you. Please come and serve this great country. Its a full time job and I will work hard to follow the path you set forth. You can do it!
Obama is one of the greatest speakers ever.
I agree. He proves his heart and strong devotion through the way he presents himself, delivers speeches, and debates issues. He made it into public office for the first time through a grassroots campaign, not seen since Wellstone. Those who have met him or are close with him all have the same account of his charisma.
JFK had the same amount of experience as Obama when he was elected. I'm sure the war hero status helped however.
Barak Obama got my vote. He is a unique politiican that doesn't follow stupid partisan party platform. He identifies himself as a Democrat but I don't really label him a liberal. He is in fact moderate. Very much reminds me of JFK. We need a president like this to boost the morale of United States. He is the change we need like the change needed before JFK was president.
LOL! i was singing it!!!!
cont... John McCain's 26 years in Congress, 22 years of military service including 1,966 days in captivity as a POW in Hanoi now seem more impressive than ever. At 71, John McCain may just be hitting his stride.
anyone saying he has too little experience for presidency is probably very wrong, you need to be pragmatic, have eye for the littler things that affect the population, and have an open mind. that he's done community work to help the less fortunate is a sign that he CARES about more than corporate businesses. his "lack" of experience comes to good use here: you can be pretty sure he's not as corrupt (or corrupt at all) as other politicians.
I am canadian and I want change for my north american neighboors. Please vote for Obama because I can't. I want you change for the world and we know that america is a big part of that world. I believe that Mr.Obama can bring not only change for america but change for the world.
I know you are going to win, I am so proud to call you Mr.President, I believe in Obama 08.
You have my vote. If i'm not too unmotivated to go out and vote..
This is my guy, I think! I like Edwards, too, but the fact that Obama was against the war from the start, makes me feel more secure about him than Edwards, who DID support the war at the beginning.
When looking at all the important issues facing our next President, energy, foreign relations, Iraq, etc... he's arguably the most qualified to deal with each issue. Add in the fact that he also has executive experience, and the choice is clear, Bill Richardson should be our next President!
I agree. I think hes great and could definitely bring about the change that America needs!
THE NEXT PRESIDENT. An educated policitian with a universal concern to better not only this nation but every race and class, religion and age. A humble, but confident man who symbolizes the beauty of America. Go get em' "LeBron"!
when i was born i had a three and a half inch eyebrow, this bothered me because i dreamt of joining a beauty pagent one day, but i am a man, and now i love black men. go obama!
Norway stands behind OBAMA!
Go for it, don't miss a guy like this!
He's definitely my vote. Who else? Let's have a vote?
Barak Obama: Yay or nay?
Get Louis Faracon as a running mate and you'll go all the way.
Change our politics?
a: the art or science of government b : the art or science concerned with guiding or influencing governmental policy c : the art or science concerned with winning and holding control over a government
Yes, perhaps we should go back to the beginning
Good for you alpenjon. We too could finally respect our president again.
People like you make me proud to be an American! You got my vote Mr Obama..or should i say Mr Future President. Your not only our Future president your my Best Friend!
I lived my youth under the state in east Germany. The horror of totalitarian rule can't be described. You have no movies, to depict the fear, the loneliness, the despair, the loss of hope that was German life. Honecker, our leader was no more evil and no less affable than those who bring you the same authoritarian rule which you passionately receive. Of all your candidates, you have only one angel of freedom, Ron Paul, and you mock him with contempt. Read Bastiat's "The Law"
I'll be sure to vote for this guy for the both of us friend.
What a legend.
after so much thinking, analizing and comparing I'm not so sure about my decision but I used to go for Obama, now I support Hilary
Ive been reading his book Dreams From My Father and so far its a good book. i think he will be a good president if elected. my prayers are with you Obama
If you are a Democrat Barack Obama is the only logical choice of the front runners. His youth and new ideas will bring back the respect Americans once had around the world. George Bush is a good man at heart but he has failed as a leader. We need this change for our country to become what the founding fathers had intended.
Obama makes a lot of sense. thats why I'm voting for him in the Ohio primary march 4th. I hope Ohio delivers.
He's the only one involved with a shred of decency and thoughtfulness.
One things for sure, he has more brains and guts than any of the air heads that vent racial hatred on internet message boards!
Greetings from Switzerland (Europe)
I think that Barack Obama should be president due to his youth and decisive personality. And i don't believe being inexperienced is a bad thing i mean JFK was inexperienced and he did a great job!
The color doesn't even matter cos politics is not about that. I watched numerous videos of Obama and I think he is really ambitious, has honesty and is strongly motivated to run the presidency with americans'help. He seems to have a clear and simple vision of american society. He definitely have to win.
Excuse my english
The first black president of USA will come into being. Congratulation to american blacks!!God bless you!
Im 25 years old, and dropped out of college due to a dream job, I think I'm not going to vote for him simply because of his ideas on healthcare.
I had back surgery back when I was in HS, and NO healthcare company wants to insure me because of my back surgery, until he fixes that problem, he doesn't have my vote.
If he were Presidential material he and other Democrat candidates would have told NBC they would not tolerate Mike Gravel a legitimate Presidential Candidate being banned from debate.If you have no loyalty to your own party members and defend their right to free speech.What does that say about your character and integrity.A Presidential candidate must lead by example.
now that would be a modern and FRESH approach for the U.S. a woman and a black man. go!
Can't wait for my B.O. magazine to come in.
Their is no more perfect candidate for this time in our history and the history of the world. He is a God send. History will record him as one of the best 2 term presidents in the history of America!
For all of you bantering about the Muslim bit:
He went to an Open Muslim ELEMENTARY SCHOOL which didn't have any religious classes or push views, and was open to the public.
Man I love this guy. I am an expat living in Australia but I am going to register to vote, just so this guy gets in!!! Go Obama!!!
Next Prez...right here people!
We do need a change. I don't agree with Obama's opinions on the war. But, he has a point. Personally, I think the CHRISTIANS in this country must come together and work to make this country better. We need to show a good example to the world.
"It's simply foolish to think that the President isn't an intelligent man and a diligent leader."
Do you live under a rock?
if I was from the US I wouldn't have any doubt
this guy is something diferent
One day there will be a movie called Obama about his achievements. In the meantime look forward to seeing him at the White house.
During his speech, Obama stirred the crowd as he often does by skewering President Bush over the unpopular war and noting that he opposed it from the outset.
"How could we have been involved in a war that never should have been authorized, that has already cost us half a trillion dollars," Obama said.
Now that's a lot faster recognition of error than Bush or any other candidate seems capable.
Barack knows "and" want Us All to know that we are all Great and created in God's image! Can we allow him to be a mirror of who we are as americans? Lets see how he will turnout! I believe he will represent acordingly!
Y'all should be proud of your country. If this guy can stand to a stage and talk to millions of americans, it s because you people are broad-minded and that 's the reason why i m admirative of your nation. I m african and I live in Europe and trust me it 's not tomorrow we'll see a black run the country even as vice president. People in the country I live in are proud cause last year was the first time a black journalist presented the news. See?.
I like Obama. I think he articulate and quite naive, which in many ways may be a very good thing for promoting positive change in the political change in the world. Most importantly, I think his ideals are heavy and worth thinking about.
Still, he has a long way to prove that he has the experience necessary to govern an entire country. I will be watching his campaign closely.
Obama is probably the most talented political speakers in history. His campaign has been better than Clinton's or McCain's but one thing that a professor in my university told me is that his optional public health care policy won't work though. If there is the option for the rich in the U.S. to decide whether to pay or not pay for public health care, they will not pay and the system will be underfunded. Despite Clinton's serious flaws, her mandatory public health care taxation will work.
hes such a good person for president, he doesnt blink.(watch that he doesnt blink the whole time)
hi, i'm a 15 year old venezuelan guy that's gonna give an opinion about Obama, english is not my language so mistakes are normal, i guess...
i think americans won't let him win because he's black (i'm not racist) but i think obama would be a great president, the president that the united states needs, supporting middle class and low class people, that's how it should be... no more war, no more deaths just for showing the world how powerfull united states is
I'm an American and I support Obama. Let's change our jacked up country.
Ladies and gentlemen, your next president! Barack Obama!
Obama, if you stick to exactly what you just said. You could be the next best overall president in history. I hope that if your elected you do exactly!! what you know is wrong with this country. I'm pulling for you and I'm going to vote for you in 2008. Don't let me or the American people down!!!
Barack i am such i mean SUCH a huge big fan! i really want you to be president! your a awesome man. and your a strong speaker! OBAMA 08!!!
I perfectly agree.
Why does it seems most everyone who I agree with is trying to argue with me?