Yay! Barack Obama Clinches the Democratic Presidential Nomination

sweatpantsmom — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 01:10:00 GMT

The Associated Press is reporting that Sen. Barack Obama has clinched the Democratic presidential nomination. He becomes the first black candidate to lead a major party into a campaign for the White House.

“Tonight, I can stand before you and say that I will be the Democratic nominee for president of the United States,” Obama planned to say in a victory celebration speech. He'll make the speech in St. Paul, Minn., the site of the convention that will nominate his Republican opponent in the fall, Sen. John McCain of Arizona.

Throughout the day speculation increased that Hilary Clinton could possibly join Obama on the ticket as a running mate. In a call that took place Tuesday between Clinton and members of the New York congressional delegation, Clinton signaled an interest in that prospect, but stopped short of conceding to Obama or dropping out of the race. Clinton has said she would be "open to it" if it would help the party's prospects in November.

Congratulations to Barack Obama! His wife Michelle and his children must be excited and proud today.

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Barack Obama Wins Iowa Caucuses

sweatpantsmom — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 11:45:00 GMT

WOOHOO!! Senator Barack Obama won the Iowa caucuses Thursday night in his bid to be the first black president in American history. Obama is seen here celebrating with wife Michelle and daughters Malia, 8, and Sasha, 6.

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Yay! Barack Obama Clinches the Democratic Presidential Nomination

Barack Obama Wins Iowa Caucuses