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With Democratic nomination assured, Obama starts search for running mate
Summary from Canada, from articles in English
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LONDON - Barack Obama's triumph over Hillary Clinton for the Democratic presidential nomination triggered jubilation among his relatives in Kenya, hope among people around the world - and a few questions about what this inspiring, charismatic politician actually stands for. (article 1)
Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama applauds after his address before the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) Policy Conference 2008, Wednesday. (article 1)
In Kenya, home to Obama's family on his father's side, the Kenya Times newspaper devoted its front page to the story, under the headline " Obama makes history. (article 1)
It is something that is a trendsetter the politician's uncle , Said Obama, told The Associated Press from the port city of Kisumu in western Kenya. (article 1)
The excitement was less about Obama's foreign policy - which remains vague - than a sense that his victory marks a historic moment. (article 1)
Michael Cox said Obama's win " has sent out a lot of positive signals around the world. (article 1)
Jean-Marc Damier a 39-year-old man from the Paris suburbs who works in marketing, said Obama's relative lack of experience could be an asset. (article 1)
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Source articles
- Barack Obama's presidential nomination sparks worldwide excitement (cbc.ca, 06/04/2008, 999 words)
- Your View: The politics of dreaming: How do you feel about Barack Obama? (cbc.ca, 06/04/2008, 14 words)
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