Amelia Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Projections put Democrat over 270 electoral votes; McCain calls him to concede Obama elected 44th president Illinois senator to become first African-American executive in U.S. history Quote <p><span style="color:#0000FF;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">"Do not use harmful words, but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you."</span></span> Eph 4:29</span><br><br><img src="http://banners.wunderground.com/weathersticker/gizmotimetemp_both/US/OR/Fairview.gif" alt="Fairview.gif"> Fairview Or</p>
Neil D Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 [mutters to self-] I ain't gonna gloat....I ain't gonna gloat...I ain't gonna gloat....I ain't gonna gloat...I ain't gonna gloat....I ain't gonna gloat... Oh, what the heck.... Redwood, Cube, Olger, Norman....[looking at you guys knowingly].....hmmmmmmm? Quote Democracy is a device that ensures we shall be governed no better than we deserve. George Bernard Shaw
Woody Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Quote: McCain calls him to concede And I hope that he (Obama) will. Quote May we be one so that the world may be won. Christian from the cradle to the grave I believe in Hematology.
Neil D Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 And McCain tells the public, "As a come from behind candidate, we have them right where we want them"... Quote Democracy is a device that ensures we shall be governed no better than we deserve. George Bernard Shaw
Dr. Shane Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 McCain's concession speech was very, very classy. We haven't had that since Bob Dole conceded to Bill Clinton. Very nice, indeed. Quote Pastoral Family Counselor... Find me at www.PostumCafe.com Author of Peculiar Christianity
Neil D Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Oooooh Reeedwoooooooddddd..... "McCain's concession speech...." McCain conceeded.....Obama won...by electoral votes.... Quote Democracy is a device that ensures we shall be governed no better than we deserve. George Bernard Shaw
Woody Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Okay. As the official Jesuit on this forum ... And because McCain told me to offer my congratulations ... I will. Congratulations to all of you ... Neil included. And that is the best that a Jesuit can do. Quote May we be one so that the world may be won. Christian from the cradle to the grave I believe in Hematology.
Dr. Shane Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Quote: McCain just gave incredibly gracious concession speech. He spent the first few minutes reflecting on America's history of racism--and the moral significance of electing an African-American. He saluted Obama for inspiring so many young people and first-time voters, then offered his sympathies for the death of Obama's grandmother. The address contained not a whiff of ideology or partisanship. Instead, McCain called upon all Americans, even those who had voted for him, to offer the new administration its support and seek common ground. He concluded by saying "I wish godspeed ot the man who was my former opoponent and will be my president." Then he asked his countrymen "to not despair of our difficulties but to always believe in the promise of America." --Jonathan Cohn Quote Pastoral Family Counselor... Find me at www.PostumCafe.com Author of Peculiar Christianity
aldona Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 I have tried to be as non-partisan as I could for as long as possible, but I can't keep it up any more... LONG LIVE PRESIDENT OBAMA!!! You would think that it would make no difference to us dumb foreigners, but my staff and I have broken out the chocolate and are busy celebrating. Not a good look for a doctor's office. aldona Quote www.asrc.org.au (Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, Melbourne)Helping over 2000 refugees & asylum seekers each monthIMSLP/Petrucci Music LibraryThe Public Domain Music Score Library - Free Sheet Music DownloadsLooking for classical sheet music? Try IMSLP first!
Woody Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 It ain't going to be easy for the man. He has a divided nation. He is now giving his acceptance speech and they are showing that he only got 3% more of the vote than McCain. That ain't much. He will have to move to the center if he is going to unite. Quote May we be one so that the world may be won. Christian from the cradle to the grave I believe in Hematology.
Amelia Posted November 5, 2008 Author Posted November 5, 2008 Polls in Alaska have barely closed and Hawaii has another hour to go I believe. The % can gain. Quote <p><span style="color:#0000FF;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">"Do not use harmful words, but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you."</span></span> Eph 4:29</span><br><br><img src="http://banners.wunderground.com/weathersticker/gizmotimetemp_both/US/OR/Fairview.gif" alt="Fairview.gif"> Fairview Or</p>
Woody Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 I don't think Alaska is going for Obama. Seriously. Quote May we be one so that the world may be won. Christian from the cradle to the grave I believe in Hematology.
Woody Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Well .... I AM pleased that Obama says he has a 'measure of humility'. That is good news. I was hoping he would have some. That will help. Quote May we be one so that the world may be won. Christian from the cradle to the grave I believe in Hematology.
Dr. Shane Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 70% reporting Obama 51% McCain 48% It's not a landslide in numbers. What really gives a lot of power to Obama is the number of seats he is picking up in Congress. Quote Pastoral Family Counselor... Find me at www.PostumCafe.com Author of Peculiar Christianity
Dr. Shane Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 He proved one thing for sure - which I always said - He didn't need Hillary. Praise God from Whom all blessings flow. I wouldn't have been able to handle four years of Clinton soap-opera in Washington. Quote Pastoral Family Counselor... Find me at www.PostumCafe.com Author of Peculiar Christianity
Woody Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Hey ... At 75% ... Fox had it at only one percent. Quote May we be one so that the world may be won. Christian from the cradle to the grave I believe in Hematology.
Woody Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 He proved one thing for sure - which I always said - He didn't need Hillary. Praise God from Whom all blessings flow. I wouldn't have been able to handle four years of Clinton soap-opera in Washington. Boy you got that right. At least I have to give him the nod for not selecting her. But is Biden much better. I dunno. Quote May we be one so that the world may be won. Christian from the cradle to the grave I believe in Hematology.
Neil D Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 Originally Posted By: Shane He proved one thing for sure - which I always said - He didn't need Hillary. Praise God from Whom all blessings flow. I wouldn't have been able to handle four years of Clinton soap-opera in Washington. Boy you got that right. At least I have to give him the nod for not selecting her. But is Biden much better. I dunno. Oooooh boy....What humility from this group....What grace in losing... What a bunch of crock! Quote Democracy is a device that ensures we shall be governed no better than we deserve. George Bernard Shaw
Moderators Bravus Posted November 5, 2008 Moderators Posted November 5, 2008 The popular vote spread will widen when the California votes are counted... but that's a sideshow anyway. Nice work to McCain on the concession speech. Without the quest for the crown, maybe he will be able to move back toward the honorable McCain that so many of us respect. Quote Truth is important
Woody Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 I have hope that california will do the right thing. I am still hoping. Quote May we be one so that the world may be won. Christian from the cradle to the grave I believe in Hematology.
Neil D Posted November 5, 2008 Posted November 5, 2008 I have hope that california will do the right thing. I am still hoping. With 15% of the precints reporting at 9:55- California- Obama 2,048,829 56% McCain 1,545,203 42 Quote Democracy is a device that ensures we shall be governed no better than we deserve. George Bernard Shaw
jasd Posted November 6, 2008 Posted November 6, 2008 >>...he will be able to move back toward the honorable McCain that so many of us respect.<< There is no question re the honour of McCain. The question of honour remains re Barry-O, the unknown. "To ride, shoot straight, and to speak the truth." --J Cooper Quote
Taylor Posted November 6, 2008 Posted November 6, 2008 He proved one thing for sure - which I always said - He didn't need Hillary. Praise God from Whom all blessings flow. I wouldn't have been able to handle four years of Clinton soap-opera in Washington. No kidding! Quote
aldona Posted November 6, 2008 Posted November 6, 2008 Obama Blend Coffee (Hawaiian, Kenyan and Indonesian) is available! And it's in Australia! Obama blend gets coffee lovers' vote Where can I buy some??? (wait a minute... I'm supposed to be the Health & Temperance secretary... ) aldona Quote www.asrc.org.au (Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, Melbourne)Helping over 2000 refugees & asylum seekers each monthIMSLP/Petrucci Music LibraryThe Public Domain Music Score Library - Free Sheet Music DownloadsLooking for classical sheet music? Try IMSLP first!
Amelia Posted November 6, 2008 Author Posted November 6, 2008 We won't tell anyone teehe Quote <p><span style="color:#0000FF;"><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">"Do not use harmful words, but only helpful words, the kind that build up and provide what is needed, so that what you say will do good to those who hear you."</span></span> Eph 4:29</span><br><br><img src="http://banners.wunderground.com/weathersticker/gizmotimetemp_both/US/OR/Fairview.gif" alt="Fairview.gif"> Fairview Or</p>
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