Posted by Dave on 10/19/08 at 10:04:09 am
Categories: Barack Obama, Campaign 2008

The Obama campaign has announced that they raised 150 million dollars. That is absurd. And sad. And exciting.

Absurd, because that is a LOT of money. Sad, because this country is currently in an economic crisis, yet hundreds of millions of dollars will be spent on an election between people trying to connect with the "common man." Exciting, because Barack Obama is exciting, and excites people. And this money will set him up well to finish the last two plus weeks very strong.

But the bigger news of the day may be that Colin Powell has endorsed Barack Obama on Meet the Press this morning. While Powell is not loved by liberals, he is still a very well respected figure in American politics, and has long been a key leader in the Republican Party. Here is what Powell had to say:

Powell called him a "transformational figure."

The move by Powell, a longtime McCain friend and admirer, is a real loss for the Republican, even if Powell waited until the trajectory of the race seemed clear.

"Obama displayed a steadiness. Showed intellectual vigor," Powell said. "He has a definitive way of doing business that will do us well."

He also said he was disappointed by McCain's campaign, and that Palin isn't ready to lead.

Colin Powell immediately gives Barack Obama the final stamp of approval, especially on foreign policy.

The stars are starting to align...

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