David Plouffe: Obama Campaign Manager (Photos)

David Plouffe, 41, was raised in Wilmington, Delaware.   He was a political science major at the University of Delaware from 1985-1988, a semester short of graduating when he opted for a career in politics.  He went to work for Senator Tom Harkin’s 1990 reelection campaign and was state field director for Harkin’s unsuccessful 1992 […]

Obama Victory Speech Video

 
Barack Obama addressed the nation for the first time as President-elect in front of a crowd of 125,000 people at Grant Park in Chicago at midnight on Tuesday shortly after McCain’s concession speech.
“If there is anyone out there who doubts that America is a place where anything is possible, who still wonders if the dream […]

John McCain’s Concession Speech Video

John McCain gave an eloquent and gracious concession speech, offering his sympathies to Barack Obama for the loss of his grandmother, and praising him for inspiring so many young people to vote.
Speaking from Arizona’s Biltmore Hotel in Phoenix, McCain told his supporters: “It’s natural tonight to feel some disappointment. Though we fell short, the failure […]

Obama Elected President (Video)

President Barack Obama
Barack Obama was declared the 44th President of the United States at 11:00 p.m ET.
McCain’s camp conceded victory to Fox News just after 10:00 p.m. saying there was “no clear path to victory” after a loss in Pennsylvania and Ohio.
McCain addressed his supporters and the nation at 11:18 p.m. ET and said […]

The Candidates Cast Their Votes (PHOTOS)

The day has finally arrived for American’s to head to the polls to elect their next president.  The candidates were out early to cast their votes and pose for photographs that will be seen around the world.
Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama brought their young daughters Sasha and Malia to witness what may well […]

Ben and Jerry’s ‘Democracy Never Tasted So Sweet’ Free Scoop

Ben and Jerry’s has offered up a free scoop of ice cream at participating stores tonight between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on election night, November 4th.
Their website says they want to celebrate democracy by giving you a free scoop of ice cream to thank you for voting.  Bring along your ‘I Voted’ sticker and […]

Singer Akon Heading Back to Africa if McCain Wins

Singer Akon is talking about relocating back to Africa if Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama doesn’t win his bid for the White House.  The R&B singer isn’t the only star making these statements.
Seal, Susan Sarandon and Michael Stipe are a few other celebrities who have said they will flee the US under a Republican government.  […]