Obama picked the right time to run and emerged victorious due to the myriad of ills befitting the Republican Party.

Whether or not Republicans contributed to the serious problems we now face, the incumbent administration get the blame, especially if it's been two terms...folks wanted something different, even if untested.

McCain was unsuccessful in distancing himself from the Bush administration...few were embracing his "Maverick" tag as he historically voted in favor of Bush's policies. Some saw McCain as really just a Bush "clone".

His choice of a running mate (to gain youth and female empathy) didn't help, as Palin seemed highly unfit to take on that responsibility (should McCain be disposed for some reason).

Aside from that, some will never sway from party loyalty, no matter who is running for office.

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