At least 38 Million viewers watched Obama on television and over 80,000 live at the stadium. More than....
Nielsen Media Research said more people watched Obama speak than watched the Olympics opening ceremony in Beijing, the final "American Idol" or the Academy Awards this year. Obama talked before a live audience of 80,000 people in Denver.
While Biden was speaking at the 2008 DNC, Barack had the message below backstage prior to his surprise appearance.
McCain ran the congratulatory ad below following the 2008 Democratic National Convention. Will he be so gracious when he loses in November?
John Stewart and The Daily Show have their own take on the life and rise of Barack Obama.
Stevie Wonder rocks 80,000 people at Rezko Field for the 2008 Democratic National Convention.
John Legend and will.i.am teamed up with the Agape International Choir at the 2008 Democratic National Convention to perform Yes We Can before 80,000 people.
Directed by Davis Guggenheim, who also made Al Gore's "Inconvenient Truth"
The Black Eyed Peas and other celebrities showed up in Denver to show their support for Barack Obama.
Obama has been catching a lot of guff from the GOP about his "Greek Temple" stage set-up.
The NY Post has this image today.
Barack Obama makes a light-hearted "surprise visit" following Joe Biden's speech on the third night of the convention.
This video was aired immediately following Biden's official nomination as the 2008 Democratic Vice Presidential nominee. Joe Biden's son, Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden, then introduces his father.
Below is Joe Biden's speech, a full throated endorsement of Barack Obama mixed with deep cuts on McCain.
John Kerry went after John McCain saying,"Let me tell you, before he ever debates Barack Obama, John McCain should finish the debate with himself."
Senator Hilary Clinton, representing NY, puts Barack Obama over-the-top as the 2008 Democratic Presidential Nominee.
Tough talk from the Ohio Congressman who has been pushing for Bush's impeachment. "Wake up America!"
Here is the video tribute to Senator Hilary Clinton aired on the second night of the 2008 Democratic convention.
After the tribute, Chelsea welcomed her mother to the stage to deliver her unity speech.
Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer was clearly fired up and ready to go, hitting McCain on drilling and his house gaffee.
The 2008 Democratic National Convention's key note speaker, Former Gov. of VA Mark Warner, delivers his speech on the 2nd night of the convention.
AP: Speaking before the DNC, Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius says Barack Obama will save the dream of buying a home for millions of Americans. (Aug. 26)
McCain uses Hilary's words from the 2008 Democratic primary against Obama in this revamped 3 AM ad, clearly illustrating the GOP's unabashed fear mongering.
Pelosi lashes out against McCain and shows her support for Obama on the opening evening of the 2008 Democratic Convention.
R&B star John Legend performs If You're Out There on the first evening of the 2008 Democratic National Convention.
At the conclusion of the first evening of the DNC, Obama made an appearance via satellite. His youngest daughter had a lot to say.
Jesse Jackson Jr. delivers a powerful speech at the 2008 Democratic Convention.
Below is a clip of Caroline Kennedy's introduction for her father, Ted Kennedy, and his speech.
Below is the video tribute shown between Caroline's introduction and Senator Kennedy's speech.
Jim Leach, former Republican representative of Iowa spoke, at the 2008 Democratic National Convention.
Michelle Obama was the keynote speaker for the first evening of the 2008m Democratic National Convention. Her speech helped reinforce Obama's message of hope and values while shedding light on the character of the man behind the celebrity. Michelle also seized the moment to reiterate her love America. Michelle spoke with a vision and delivered sincerely, bringing some in attendance to tears.
Text of the speech on The Huffington Post.
Here is the video biography about Michelle aired at the Convention.
President Carter speaks out on the Katrina tragedy and praises Senator Obama.
Obama hits McCain on the economy through satire in his new ad, Don't Know Much, which uses an McCain specific version of Sam Cooke's "Wonderful World."
Obama's 3rd grade teacher in Indonesia remembers young Barack being the only child to raise his hand when asked who wants to grow up and be president.
Joe Biden made his premiere as Obama's running mate on August 23, 2008 in Springfield, Illinois.
This election is shaping up to exhibit new lows in political mudslinging. You can even get children's shirts with the slogan, for those parents that feel the need to plant the seed of xenophobia.
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