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About Barack Obama
Barack Obama is the President-Elect and was a senator from Illinois. Obama was elected on November 4, 2008, defeating John McCain. Born August 4, 1961 in Hawaii to an American mother and Kenya father, Obama graduated from Columbia University and Harvard Law School. He spent eight years in the State Senate before being sworn into the Senate in January 2005. Obama married wife Michelle Obama in 1992 after meeting at work in 1989. They have two daughters, Sasha and Malia, who have been promised a dog after the election. Obama has written two books, "Dreams From My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance" (1995) and "The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream" (2006). Obama likes cooking chili, playing basketball and is good poker player.
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- Jetling See Profile I'm a Fan of Jetling permalink

I certainly think the President is the leader of the country in the sense that we all take from his example. Honesty, articulation of thought over memorization of talking points and, nost importantly, a strong command of the English language are qualities we could all stand to improve on.

I am, of course, suggesting that eight years of Bush has effectively dumbed us all down. Judging by the numbers that voted for McCain, it seems we haven't fully recovered yet.

But the relationship he has with his wife is truly an eye opener. And I think something every couple should strive for.

    Reply    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 10:43 PM on 11/21/2008
- Firenze See Profile I'm a Fan of Firenze permalink

God I love them.

    Reply    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 10:35 PM on 11/21/2008
- ElBruce See Profile I'm a Fan of ElBruce permalink

The famous "terrorist fist jab" pic said it all to me. The instant I saw it, I thought "that's how I want a woman to look at me." Well, actually the thought that ran through my head was "that dude's SO getting laid tonight," but it amounts to the same thing. That's not a look at, that's a look right through.

Lucky man.

    Reply    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 09:56 PM on 11/21/2008
- deannaortiz See Profile I'm a Fan of deannaortiz permalink

right now we're one lucky country ;0)

    Reply    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 09:52 PM on 11/21/2008
- Passenger57 See Profile I'm a Fan of Passenger57 permalink

Boy,I'm pretty thick when it comes to this stuff, but I noticed it in the 60 Minutes interview, too. In the beginning,when it was just Obama being asked the questions,he looked serious. In the next segment with Michelle,he just looked so relaxed - I could swear he was even sitting up straighter. They were going off on their own tangents, like about doing the dishes.I wonder how much they edited out...it looked like they could go on and on with each other for another 20 minutes.
If they can transmit this stuff through the TV, they must literally give off sparks in person!
I think Michelle should put out some cologne for men and call it "Obama" (whisperrr...). It would sell like CRAZY!

    Reply    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 08:28 PM on 11/21/2008
- vernbvb See Profile I'm a Fan of vernbvb permalink

I agree wholeheartedly with you. And while the cologne suggestion made me laugh, it is a great idea. Only thing is i don't think Michelle would capitalize on their relationshio or their names in that way. But go for it. It would sell especiallly if it is an alluring and pleasant scent.

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