US Elections 2008
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Barack Obama's historic campaign comes to a spectacular close with his victory rally in Chicago, the BBC's Kevin Connolly writes.
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Are you happy with the outcome of the election? How will it affect you? Share your views on our US election result map.
What happens next on the road to the White House?
The birthplace of Obama's father plans a celebration
From blip on the radar to man of the moment
Examine the issues which shaped the election
How the polls reflected the White House race
Jargon explained with our A-Z guide

FURTHER ANALYSIS

YouTube has transformed the political process in 2008, writes Rajini Vaidyanathan.

BACKGROUND

Key questions answered about the race to succeed George W Bush as US president.


FEATURES, VIEWS, ANALYSIS
How Obama defied the past to shape the future
Numbers that tell the story of the election
US voters from both parties share their feelings

Electoral College votes

Winning post 270
Obama - Democrat
365
McCain - Republican
173
Find out how the results are reported

Select from the list below to view state level results.

When the sun rises over Arizona, many will shake their heads and fear for the future

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