Chicago Election Night Pics
Posted on November 6, 2008 2 Comments
No matter who you voted for, last night was an historic night for the city of Chicago. Here is a link to my cousin’s photos from the main rally so you can see how massive the crowds were in Grant Park. My camera did not perform quite as well (add that to the list of things to buy), but I’ve uploaded a few photos from the non-ticketed rally here, too (but go to the link above first, they’re really amazing photos).
This is yet another example of all the cool things you can do for free. The largest political rally in the country on election night in a safe, secure, beautiful and happy environment? Check. I was so proud of my country and my city last night.
To the city of Chicago:
Thank you to the police officers, fire fighters, officials, security guards, emergency workers and city planners for putting on a breathtaking show last night. The city absolutely sparkled, and you made it possible for so many of us to witness history in the making. Your sacrifice and courage are appreciated by the masses who attended the rally. The world was watching, and you showed them the city at its best.
And now… my pictures. (My camera is really, really bad in low light. Go visit my cousin’s photos before you see these.)
The Art Institute, patriotically perfect
Cool sign on the way to the rally
Walking in on Michigan Ave
Looking back on security
The non-ticketed folk (mostly students and families) walking to our unplanned rally
Getting excited
People in trees
Two of the big screens in our area. There are TONS of people watching them, but I think the effect of the screens is really cool with my cheap-o camera.
Obama addressing the crowds
Walking home, a sea of people behind us (look all the way back, the entire bridge is covered in people).
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November 6th, 2008 @ 3:57 am
Those pictures were amazing. It was amazing on TV. I can’t imagine the energy from the crowd. Chicago looked beautiful. I love the lighted designs on the buildings, we can’t do that in my town.
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November 13th, 2008 @ 3:47 am
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