First out of the gate are the British - as always. This is what WORLDMEETS.US has posted thusfar: This editorial from Britain's Guardian is an unadulterated congratulation to the American people. It says in part: "They did it. They really did it. So often crudely caricatured by others, the American people yesterday stood in the eye of history and made an emphatic choice … [Read more...] about WORLDMEETS.US: Headlines from Britain On Obama’s Victory
Obama’s Unifying Victory Speech: Pipedream Or Blueprint?
What was most notable about President-elect Sen. Barack Obama's victory speech was its stress on the idea that the United States isn't merely a country ruled by one group that got more votes than another and therefore can impose its political will on the losers -- but a cohesive united whole that can cooperate and work together. His comments reaching out to those who voted … [Read more...] about Obama’s Unifying Victory Speech: Pipedream Or Blueprint?
John McCain’s Classy Act
One of the reasons that I have liked John McCain is because he adheres to some old values like honor and respect. As the Arizona Senator delivered his concession speech, he did it with the grace and humility that is classic John McCain. How we lose is just as important as how we win. If Obama showed solemnity in winning, McCain showed honor in losing. Kudos to Senator … [Read more...] about John McCain’s Classy Act
A More Perfect Union
It's hard for me to hold back tears right now. Philosophically, I am a conservative and a Republican, so some level it is sad to see the GOP lose so dramatically. But I am also an African American. My father grew up in the Jim Crow South, and I've faced my share of racism and discrimination. Tonight, as my partner Daniel and I heard now President-elect Obama speak, I … [Read more...] about A More Perfect Union
John McCain’s Concession Speech: The Return Of The 2000 John McCain
What was most striking about Republican Senator John McCain's classy, gracious, unity-embracing concession speech shortly after it became Democratic Senator Barack Obama had enough electoral votes to win the White House? Two things: 1. Unlike in past races, McCain didn't turn out to be the non-winner who lingered before conceding: he quickly moved to put an end to the … [Read more...] about John McCain’s Concession Speech: The Return Of The 2000 John McCain
WORLDMEETS.US: Selected Headlines from Around the World
What a moment. What a country. What a time to be alive and to be an American. These are the initial opinions being expressed from around the world that have been posted on WORLDMEETS.US: A very moving testament to the meaning of Obama's victory from Canada: National Post, Canada 'A Divide Has Been Crossed' ANALYSIS on the ramifications for Britain: BBC NEWS, … [Read more...] about WORLDMEETS.US: Selected Headlines from Around the World
Historic Homepages
Most captured 10 minutes after the West Coast polls closed… … [Read more...] about Historic Homepages
McCain: What a Speech!
John McCain delivers a classy concession speech with deep historical sensibilities and personal grace. [This was cross-posted on my personal blog.] … [Read more...] about McCain: What a Speech!
One Word: WOW!
I voted for Bob Barr. I gave my reasons. I stand by my reasons. But I have to say it. As a black man. As an American... WOW! I'm still having a hard time digesting this win for Barack Hussein Obama; I mean President-Elect Barack Hussein Obama. WOW! I just got off the phone with my grandparents. It wasn't much of a conversation. Just many tears and exclamations on … [Read more...] about One Word: WOW!
Obama Wins: What a Moment for America
When the brave, visionary leaders of the new United States gathered in Philadelphia in 1787 to form a more perfect union, they emerged with a Constitution. Amazing though it was, the Constitution was marred by an enormous and horrible flaw. Those brave, visionary leaders could not bring themselves to count the Black slaves who lived among them as more than three-fifth human nor … [Read more...] about Obama Wins: What a Moment for America
OBAMA WINS THE PRESIDENCY
Adam Zyglis, The Buffalo News … [Read more...] about OBAMA WINS THE PRESIDENCY
Congresswoman Jean Schmidt: The Freddy Krueger of Cincinnati-Area Politics
It looks like Jean Schmidt has dodged another bullet. In 2004, Schmidt lost her Republican primary bid for the Ohio State Senate. The loss was a source of glee for many of her fellow Republican activists in Clermont County, the mostly suburban, somewhat-rural county east of Cincinnati's Hamilton County. In spite of having been a township trustee and a State Representative from … [Read more...] about Congresswoman Jean Schmidt: The Freddy Krueger of Cincinnati-Area Politics
What Ohio Tells Us About the Obama Victory
Fox News and NPR have called Ohio for Senator Obama. If that holds true, as I'm sure it will, the race is over. Back in January, 2007, I advocated having Ohio put at the very beginning of the primary process. That advocacy was under-girded by two key facts: * There have been 51 presidential elections since 1804. Ohio has voted with the winner 43 times, an unmatched … [Read more...] about What Ohio Tells Us About the Obama Victory
The Mythical PUMA Voter
Fox News has just called Ohio for Barack Obama. That's not a surprise. I live in Hocking County, an hour southeast of Columbus, in the midst of the state's 22 Appalachian counties. This area is represented by a Democrat in Congress and went for Hillary Clinton in the Ohio primary. White, working-class Appalachians were seen as Hillarycrats or PUMAs, voters who would bolt the … [Read more...] about The Mythical PUMA Voter
WORLDMEETS.US: Selected Headlines from Around the World
It's going to be a long and interesting night. WORLDMEETS.US will be covering the global reaction to the U.S. election every step of the way. We are keeping a particularly keen eye on Kenya and Indonesia. Here are some initial headlines: The Standard, Kenya Kenyans Await Obama's Historic Election Victory The Standard, Kenya Mama Sarah: 'No Need for Early … [Read more...] about WORLDMEETS.US: Selected Headlines from Around the World
A Most Key Person is Projected to Have Won: Mitch McConnell, R
Senator Mitch McConnell, R, battered, relentlessly bold, and sometimes bellicose, has been projected to have won his race in Kentucky. His re-election, which was NOT a sure thing, means he will likely be up against a D majority in the Senate, but most importantly, as a minority leader, he may be able to initiate filibusters to prevent various bills from going forward in the … [Read more...] about A Most Key Person is Projected to Have Won: Mitch McConnell, R
Elizabeth Dole Is Projected to Have Lost Her Senate Seat
In part, it might be "The Case of the Dueling Political Ads." Incumbent Elizabeth Dole R, wife of Bob Dole, has lost her Senate seat according to Fox News which has called her opponent Kay Hagen D, the winner. "MoveOn.org had set its sights on U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Dole's dust-up contest for re-election in North Carolina. MoveOn spent close to half a million dollars on … [Read more...] about Elizabeth Dole Is Projected to Have Lost Her Senate Seat
President Obama
I know none of the networks have made the official call, but I always am the guy to crunch the numbers and with the figures coming in from Virginia, North Carolina, Florida and Pennsylvania there is NO way I see McCain winning this. So this branch of the TMV network projects Obama the winner with at least 325-350 EV's. This will not be the 1980/1932 landslide the Democrats … [Read more...] about President Obama
My Prediction
My projection of Electoral College... Obama: 409 McCain: 128 [Cross-posted at my personal blog] … [Read more...] about My Prediction
A GUIDE TO LIVE-BLOGGING OF THE ELECTION
There's a lot of live-blogging going on tonight, as you might expect. Here are some links for your convenience: I'll be live-blogging, along with several of my co-bloggers, from before 7 pm ET to well into the early-morning hours. Come check it out, and, should you feel so inclined, join the conversation by adding your comments. I'd love to hear from you. -- The … [Read more...] about A GUIDE TO LIVE-BLOGGING OF THE ELECTION