I really like the guy. I feel he absolutely has the stuff to lead the country out of its current predicaments, and I do not refer to the economic D... recession which has been unavoidable for quite a while and might very well result in changing the paradigm of capitalism, but of the US standing in the world. Though I do not necessarily agree with some jingoist aspects of his policy, or his tepid support for the holiness of personal privacy, there is no question in my mind the US will get a free pass on much of the last eight years if he becomes the man. But be careful. Things will have to change quickly. Let us see where we are after the magic timeout - 100 days after taking office. (Gosh I love the guy!)

SO inspiring, so hopeful! Let's do it! Let's roll up our sleeves and get to work. Create hope, create joy, create good things for ALL, not just a few! God bless and protect this man. Lani in Canada

When I was a young man, my heart beat strong and true for a candidate who declared the following: "The future is not a gift: it is an achievement. Every generation helps make its own future. This is the essential challenge of the present." "The future does not belong to those who are content with today, apathetic toward common problems and their fellow man alike, timid and fearful in the face of bold projects and new ideas. Rather, it will belong to those who can blend passion, reason and courage in a personal commitment to the great enterprises and ideals of American society." "People are selfish, but they can also be compassionate and generous, and they care about the country. But not when they feel threatened. That's why this is such a crucial time. We can go in either direction. But if we don't make a choice soon, it will be too late to turn things around. I think people are willing to make the right choice. But they need leadership. They're hungry for leadership." In the steaming paddies of Vietnam, my heart broke when this candidate was murdered. After more than 40 years, my heart is finally healed and my hope is finally renewed. Leadership has finally returned to America in its time of greatest need. Barack Obama makes me genuinely proud to be a Democrat. Let put our country first and elect him to the presidency of the United States.

I heard BO speak in Ohio. He made my day!

I never have gone to any politician´s speech even in my country, Spain where people are very skeptical about politicians. I went see Obama´s when he came to Ohio. Barack Obama deserves everybody´s respect even if you don´t agree with his policy. He has fight this campaign with integrity, honesty and humble. United States is lucky to have such a powerful and honest politician. I hope we ¨the people¨ support him all his candidacy even when things are not going to turn out the way we think we will. He has the most difficult time in the History of USA; the country is a real mess and he is going to have a lot of obstacles and pressure. Negative forces will opposed to his will. I hope democrats support him because he is honest and dedicated for people.

I love this man... tears.

At last! The message that we can re-make this country, and that, to do so, we must sacrifice and work hard. We heard the call in JFK's inaugural. We hear it again, and, let us hope, we will all respond.

I sure hope Barack Obama wins, but I see so many ways that the Repub extremists could still wreck it. First and foremost would be to steal the vote electronically as the tallies move between the local tabulators and the state tabulators, the way they did with Ohio in 2004. They're already ginning up their BS excuses, too. We're already being told about how there will be many white people changing their mind at the last minute, which is so much crap on the face of it. Like George Bush's secret supporters in Democratic urban areas, back in 04, it's an obvious lie, that flies in the face of statistical data to the contrary, but they'll push it down our throats with the right-wing mass media propaganda machine. Mark my words, even if Obama wins, they will mess with the count to make it far closer than the actual votes counted, and push the "secret racists" conspiracy theory, just to try to sew dissent in the Democratic ranks. If the exit polls are off by more than about 2%, we will know that the American Taliban Wing of the Republican Party has successfully rigged yet a third Presidential election. When 6, 8, 10, or even 12% exit poll/ votes counted differences happen in other countries, we call their elections fraudulent and rigged. Among the many things that need fixing in this country, we need to put our voting system near the top of the list. Maybe if we asked them nicely, the advanced nations of the world would show our ignorant, superstitious, militaristic selves, how it's done.

Today I tremble with the feeling of Hope. I voted three weeks ago at our Town Clerk's office and immediately experienced an overwhelming sense of healing for our human race. I am an American and I am also a person of this world community, as we all are, whether we realize it or not, part of this human community we all live in. We must respect one another and Barack can help lead us in that "must happen" goal. Yes, Barack. Hear me, it can only happen with each individual's help .... you and you and you and you .........and me. Oh, what an opportunity. One that may never come again.

It`s really sad that McCain has let himself become power blind else wise he would be backing Barack Obama hands down!

I omitted to mention that I am north of the border--hence the statement about not being able to vote. All the best, America. The world is watching.

Challenge For Change I wrote this back in 2000...to Gore.. Please unite with Nader...Invite him to be on your cabinet ...Publicly....He cannot refuse. (and not be a spoiler) Unite Both Obama and Nader are good honest men who have worked for change... Why chance a close election... Nader is pulling votes...and he has the right to run...The people who vote for Nader are principled but stubborn...in their belief that only one person can effect change...I believe in the Green Parties 10 key points... I love Mckinney... If Obama were to loose...I look down and grasp my forehead.. Who would be to blame? I think it would be Obama...It is a great strategy ...Obviously Nader has no problem changing parties...He ran Green...Now Independent...This was not a put down..I would love to see us all win... UNITE FOR CHANGE