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Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Yes, we can!

McCain's Concession Speech: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/us_elections_2008/7710025.stm

Obama's Acceptance Speech: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/us_elections_2008/7710079.stm

Posted by JKS at 2:12 PM

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