'Change has come,' says Obama

Washington: Democrat Barack Obama on Tuesday captured the White House becoming the first black president of the United States defeating Republican John McCain .

Addressing 125,000 ecstatic supporters gathered in Chicago's Grant Park to celebrate his victory Obama said,
"It's been a long time coming, but tonight, because of what we did on this day, at this defining moment, change has come to America."

Watch Obama's speech:




"The road ahead will be long. Our climb will be steep. We may not get there in one year or even one term, but America -- I have never been more hopeful than I am tonight that we will get there," he said.

"Tonight, because of what we did on this day, in this election, at this defining moment, change has come to America," he added. "I promise you, we as a people will get there."

Obama will be sworn in as the 44th US president on January 20, 2009.

Victory was never really in doubt after the Democratic candidate took the key battleground states of Ohio, Virginia and Pennsylvania.

Barack Obama represents a reality of the modern American society. He is a man of great integrity, wisdom, and intelligence. He has already begun a confidence-building wave across the world and the US. America with the help of Barrack Obama will excel in everything and become one of the most dynamic communities of the modern era that brings people and humanity under one comforting roof. Let us learn from this massive democratic process.
Tarek Syed
Sharjah,UAE
Posted: November 06, 2008, 00:46

Americans have rewritten history by electing Barack Obama as their next president. He represents just what the US and the world needs right now - a clear and positive change. President elect Obama stands for not just the African Americans, but also for a whole new generation of forward-thinking Americans who were tired of the often high-handed and obsolete policies of the previous government. I am hoping that Obama can deliver the much-needed change not just to his countrymen - but also to the World!
Shiuli Dutt Dey
Dubai,UAE
Posted: November 05, 2008, 12:29

That was a great victory for mankind. This election only shows that race is not an issue. I hope that in future elections, Americans will elect Asians, Latinos and candidates from other races into the White House. This is to prove to the world that the US is the land of promise.
Binoy Ramos
Dubai,UAE
Posted: November 05, 2008, 12:12

Congratulation to the new US president. You are elected by the people and have to work for the people. I hope he will not make the same mistakes as Bush.
Aftab M. J.
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: November 05, 2008, 11:29

This came as no surprise to me. Barack Obama's victory was never in doubt. However, his work has just begun. I think he is the first American president to have a table full of mess, left by George W. Bush, to sort out. It is going to be a tremendous challenge and Obama has to show the world how strong he is. I am sure that America, as well as the rest of the world, has great expectations from him. Right now, he is definitely the man most suited for the job and we all wish him the best. Last but not least, congratulations Mr President.
Pervez Sopariwala
Dubai,UAE
Posted: November 05, 2008, 10:31

Congratulation to the new President Barack Obama. We are thirsty for change. I hope he will change the world for the better.
Neamul Haque
Dhaka,Bangladesh
Posted: November 05, 2008, 09:51

I am so happy Obama was elected as the president of the United States. I will pray for the good in him and hope that he will use his power to change the world and bring peace.
Joachim Livingstone Nongplo
Dhaka,Bangladesh
Posted: November 05, 2008, 09:47

My husband and I were living in Dubai when George W. Bush was elected for the second time in 2004. We could not believe that our fellow Americans would elect such a president - twice. Now, with this new hope, we are thinking of our friends in the UAE and heeding Obama's words that there is much work to be done and many bridges to build as we strive for a better and more peaceful world. I look forward to the journey ahead.
Kay Henry
Missouri,USA
Posted: November 05, 2008, 09:46

I am very happy to hear the news because we, as well as the rest of the world, want such a man as an American president, especially in this critical economical stage. Our prayers have been answered and at last, it is happening.
Joseph Vinjo
Sharjah,UAE
Posted: November 05, 2008, 09:38

This is history in the making. After watching George W. Bush's ruling, we expect change and peace in the world now.
Manzur Serniabat
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Posted: November 05, 2008, 09:19