-- Posted by scalywag66 at 4:32 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 Apparently, this happened just an hour ago. This is the best I can come up with, the headline of CNN's website. A sad loss, only a day before the vote. Damn it if his grandmother couldn't see him become president. 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. 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. Rest in peace, Madelyn Dunham -- Posted by FingerSub at 4:33 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 We all know already, but that is really sad. He has to be strong about it and such. I liked this picture more -- Posted by MXfreak at 4:33 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 dude...thats sad... -- Posted by divabeauty at 4:35 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 that really sucks & election day is 2moro. -- Posted by Amin mele lle at 4:35 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 I heard.. it's really depressing :( -- Posted by scalywag66 at 4:36 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 I wonder how the republicans will try to spin this. -- Posted by scalywag66 at 4:38 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 Quote: from FingerSub at 4:33 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 We all know already, but that is really sad. He has to be strong about it and such. I liked this picture more   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'. -- Posted by hI jAMES at 4:39 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 Thats sad :)  Should I vote for him out of sympathy? -- Posted by FingerSub at 4:39 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 Quote: from scalywag66 at 6:36 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 I wonder how the republicans will try to spin this. They will probably be like he killed her. Bunch of dumbass republicans. I WANT THEIR CALLS TO STOP!!!!! -- Posted by playboyfreak456 at 4:40 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 Yeah I just heard. I hope he is doing okay, Hopefully his grandma will look down and see him win tomorrow. -- Posted by SUPER SEXY CHICK at 4:42 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 thats so sad -- Posted by Bearsy at 4:47 pm on Nov. 3, 2008 Um no it wasn't an hour ago, or how did I make this thread this morning?