Obama campaign just put out this statement:

It is with great sadness that we announce that our grandmother, Madelyn Dunham, has died peacefully after a battle with cancer. She was the cornerstone of our family, and a woman of extraordinary accomplishment, strength, and humility. She was the person who encouraged and allowed us to take chances. She was proud of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and left this world with the knowledge that her impact on all of us was meaningful and enduring. Our debt to her is beyond measure.

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Our family wants to thank all of those who sent flowers, cards, well-wishes, and prayers during this difficult time. It brought our grandmother and us great comfort. Our grandmother was a private woman, and we will respect her wish for a small private ceremony to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you make a donation to any worthy organization in search of a cure for cancer.

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Rest in peace, Madelyn Dunham

Post edited at 4:32 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 by scalywag66

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We all know already, but that is really sad. He has to be strong about it and such.

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For real!!!  I just got home from work and was the first thing I heard on CNN.

Not to say that grandma's death will be used to any advantage, but I wonder if this will get him some 'sympathy voters'.

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I wonder how the republicans will try to spin this.

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