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From NBC/NJ's Athena JonesON PLANE EN ROUTE ORLANDO TO WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Obama will cancel campaign events to travel to Honolulu, HI on Thursday evening to visit his ailing 86-year-old grandmother Madelyn Dunham. 
The senator, who last saw Dunham</description><dc:language>en-US</dc:language><generator>CommunityServer 2.0 (Build: 60608.1)</generator><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573656</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:43:29 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573656</guid><dc:creator>Ian</dc:creator><description>Somewhere Michelle Bachmann has a smug little smile on her face, convinced Obama's trip to Hawaii somehow must be more proof of his anti-american proclivities.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573658</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:43:46 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573658</guid><dc:creator>cathy  Milton Vt</dc:creator><description>God bless your grandma,Senator Obama.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573659</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:43:58 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573659</guid><dc:creator>Karen  in Portland Or</dc:creator><description>Good for him, his relationship with her is obviously more important right now.....hopefully McCain/Palin will respect and call off the cheap shots of the campaign. &amp;nbsp;Blessings to Senator Obama and his family</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573663</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:44:23 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573663</guid><dc:creator>grace, san jose, california</dc:creator><description>Senator Obama, our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and specially with your Grandmother. We will be waiting for you to come back to us and continue your path to the White House and make her even prouder. </description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573664</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:44:25 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573664</guid><dc:creator>Stan, Boston</dc:creator><description>Obama is an admirable man to leave his campaign to visit his sick Tutu. &amp;nbsp;Many people made negative comments about his visit last summer.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;I am praying that Tutu lives long enough to see Obama become President. &amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Tutu gave Obama down to earth common sense and good judgment. &amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Obama is showing that family is more important than his campaign. &amp;nbsp;A man of &amp;quot;real&amp;quot; values.&lt;br&gt;</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573670</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:47:39 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573670</guid><dc:creator>Michael, Houston</dc:creator><description>Toots will be fine..please hang around until the inauguration day ma'am...Barry goes for Gold!</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573671</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:47:39 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573671</guid><dc:creator>grace, san jose, california</dc:creator><description>....i forgot. take all the time you need. just make sure to come back on January 20th for your inaguration as our 44th president. (8 is my favorite number!) you know 4+4.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573675</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:48:16 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573675</guid><dc:creator>Mac Byfour</dc:creator><description>Can't he multi-task?</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573678</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:49:13 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573678</guid><dc:creator>RGSmith Logansport In.</dc:creator><description>God bless you and I will send up a prayer for you and your Grandmother. I pray that she lives to see your second term as President. That she can be proud of all the effort that she put forth for you in making such a difference in the world through you.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573680</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:49:40 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573680</guid><dc:creator>Cindi in Louisiana</dc:creator><description>Wow, this is really a tragedy on so many levels. Obviously, Senator Obama and his family are very much in my thoughts and prayers. I sincerely hope that I am wrong, but given the mean spiritedness of the GOP campaign, I fear that McCain and company are sitting in their war room as we speak trying to figure out how to best &amp;nbsp;capitalize on and exploit this personal crisis.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573681</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:49:48 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573681</guid><dc:creator>Andrea, New York City</dc:creator><description>So sorry Barack, to hear about your Grandma.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;God be with you.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573685</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:50:59 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573685</guid><dc:creator>TRACT</dc:creator><description>MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU MR.OBAMA</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573686</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:51:03 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573686</guid><dc:creator>teacher3</dc:creator><description>God bless him at this time. &amp;nbsp;I hope that the GOP does not see that as on opportunity to attack him even worse.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573689</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:52:20 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573689</guid><dc:creator>pittsburgh</dc:creator><description>AWWW I will pray for Obama and his grandmother...he is a strong man and has a lot going on...</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573696</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:53:14 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573696</guid><dc:creator>JRS, Lugoff SC</dc:creator><description>My thoughts and prayers are with Senator Obama and his family. &amp;nbsp;It is up to all of us to continue campaigning for him while he spends time at his grandmother's side. &amp;nbsp;Obama's decision to spend time with her than stay on the campaign trail speaks volumes of his compassion and character.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573697</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:53:27 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573697</guid><dc:creator>PAMama4Obama</dc:creator><description>God bless Senator Obama and his family during this difficult personal time. This demonstrates what a wonderful person he is and the depth of his core values.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573707</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:55:27 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573707</guid><dc:creator>USVet</dc:creator><description>Hmmm...Obama's grandmother was released form the hospital last week.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;I wonder how much Obama's trip back to Hawaii has to do with the Emergency Petition filed before the Hawaii State Supreme Court to force the State of Hawaii to release any and all documents concerning the birth of Barack Obama?</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573708</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:56:04 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573708</guid><dc:creator>jawillie, Philadelphia, PA</dc:creator><description>Our prayers go out to Senator Obama and his family at his trying time.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Obama/Biden '08!&lt;br&gt;&lt;a rel="nofollow" target="_new" href="http://jawillie.blog.com"&gt;http://jawillie.blog.com&lt;/a&gt;</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573711</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:57:02 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573711</guid><dc:creator>jodi, central jersey</dc:creator><description>I pray that she will recoup from whatever illness she's going through. It must be serious for him to cancel campaign events.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Meanwhile, Fox news has Hannity and Dick Morris bringing up Obama's past drug use and asking if he ever dealt drugs!!!! What else would they come up with next? The Republicans are truly pathetic.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Let's see if any of them will display an ounce of decency and back off with the attacks while Obama's deals with his grandma's illness. Somehow, I doubt it!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Obama/Biden '08!!</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573716</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:58:41 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573716</guid><dc:creator>S. Zachary Boynton Beach, FL</dc:creator><description>I am praying for your family now. &amp;nbsp;</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573723</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:00:51 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573723</guid><dc:creator>Karen, Davie, FL  </dc:creator><description>Our thoughts are with Mrs. Dunham and with Senator Obama and his family. &amp;nbsp;Senator, I know your faith in God and love for your grandmother, and hers for you, will help both of you through whatever may come. We hope you find comfort, joy and hope in being able to spend some time together. &amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Just me and a few million other Americans, sending our love and prayers. &amp;nbsp;</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573724</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:01:31 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573724</guid><dc:creator>Clara Kansas City, MO</dc:creator><description>Please G-d, let her and Ted Kennedy see him inaugurated on January 20, 2009!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;I am planning on being there and if either does not make it, I will hold a sign in memory!</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573728</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:02:58 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573728</guid><dc:creator>Che Chico, Los Angeles</dc:creator><description>I will pray for her. &amp;nbsp;If her condition is as serious as the reports have stated, may she continue to live long enough to see her grandson make world history. &amp;nbsp;She sounds like an amazing woman and may god protect her in these trying times. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573730</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:03:57 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573730</guid><dc:creator>Latino Voter for Obama,  Ruther Glen VA</dc:creator><description>These are very sad news. I am very sorry. I have a lot of respect for Senator Obama and as a man that was raised by his grandmother, I understand his situation. God bless.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573735</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:04:59 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573735</guid><dc:creator>James, NY </dc:creator><description>This is a really responsible thing to do Mr. Obama you have my vote. </description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573736</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:05:14 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573736</guid><dc:creator>Wendy NC</dc:creator><description>All of our best wishes and thoughts go with Sen. Obama and his family during this time. &amp;nbsp;Get well, Mrs. Dunham.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;I noticed on some other news blogs that there are vicious comments posted in regard to this news. &amp;nbsp;I find that shameful for any American to behave that way during what is clearly a very emotional time for this man who credits his grandparents for &amp;quot;putting everything they had into him&amp;quot;. &amp;nbsp;I just find it incredibly sad that my own countrymen find this a time to remain venoumous.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573738</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:05:34 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573738</guid><dc:creator>Cindy, California</dc:creator><description>Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your beloved grandmother, Senator Obama. &amp;nbsp;We will be here when you get back.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573741</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:07:12 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573741</guid><dc:creator>C in Maryland</dc:creator><description>Obama please know our prayers and thoughts are with your Grandmother. &amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Obama/Biden '08</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573745</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:09:10 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573745</guid><dc:creator>Grandma Middletown PA</dc:creator><description>I believe that this will be a blessing in disguise. &amp;nbsp;Barack has &amp;quot;not blinked&amp;quot; during other tough times. He will quietly undertake his mission to be with his grandmother. &amp;nbsp;I remember he regretted not paying more attention to his own mother in her last days. The campaign is in a good place and in good hands. &amp;nbsp;My prayers are with him and his family.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573748</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:09:39 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573748</guid><dc:creator>Kari Stroede, Augusta, Wisconsin</dc:creator><description>God-speed, Barack, God-speed. &amp;nbsp;Our prayers are with you and your grandmother.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573751</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:09:50 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573751</guid><dc:creator>Michelle F. Bentleyville, PA</dc:creator><description>Get well soon, Toot! &amp;nbsp;I feel that, as I got to know Senator Obama through his book, I got to know his family as well. &amp;nbsp;I find it a testiment to Senator Obama's impecible character that he would take a couple of days off from the campaign to be with her, and I want to thank him for doing so. &amp;nbsp;It shows that there are still politicians who won't let the campaign dictate thier actions in the interest of political expediency. &amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Hopeing Toot can see her beloved grandson become our next president, I'm praying for her and her family.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;With love.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573764</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:13:20 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573764</guid><dc:creator>Lee, So. CA</dc:creator><description>Family first. &amp;nbsp;Obama is an honorable man and what he is doing shows everyone that he is a man with true family values. &amp;nbsp;Should anyone critize his decision will show what family values they have. &amp;nbsp;His campaign will carry on just fine while he attends to this dire family matter. &amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;May God bless you and your family. &amp;nbsp;Your grandmother is in my prayers.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Obama/Biden '08</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573767</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:14:29 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573767</guid><dc:creator>Lisa B. Florida</dc:creator><description>My thoughts and prayers go out to Senator Obama and his family. &amp;nbsp;It is apparent the close bond Sen. Obama has with his grandmother from hearing him speak about her throughout the campaign. &amp;nbsp;Hopefully this will not affect his standing in the race, but I'm sure with the slime the republicans have been waging, they will take advantage of this for their own political gain. &amp;nbsp;Sad, but true.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;God bless you Sen. Obama and Mrs. Dunham...you have done well. </description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573779</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:19:48 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573779</guid><dc:creator>Thom Davis, Champaign, IL</dc:creator><description>My heart goes out to you, Barack. &amp;nbsp;My grandma raised me too, so I can imagine how special your bond must be to her. &amp;nbsp;Many blessing to her, and to you. &amp;nbsp;Blessed be.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573788</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:21:50 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573788</guid><dc:creator>Janet Baldocchi, San Francisco, Ca</dc:creator><description>thoughts and prayers are with Senator Obama and his grandmother...he has always made her proud...he makes all of us proud to be Americans</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1573790</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:22:13 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1573790</guid><dc:creator>j8205, Maria Del Rey, CA</dc:creator><description>This just goes to show the Nation once again that Barack’s character is truly one of good nature, compassion, and selflessness. Barack is at a crucial time of what might be the most important election we have ever faced. Two weeks to go and yet, he keeps things in perspective and selflessly chooses to leave the campaign trail to visit his seriously ill grandmother. That’s the kind of President that I can vote for! Once Undecided Independent now Obama supporter.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574187</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 04:33:57 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574187</guid><dc:creator>Smarty Jones, Atlanta, Georgia</dc:creator><description>Hope she gets well soon. And this is not an instance to talk politics but rather to be a compassionate Human Being. Therefore, lets hope the best for Mr. Obama's grandmother and leave this situation from getting involved with politics. If the republican's had someone who was not doing well health wise I would hope for them to get soon even though I'm a Democrat. </description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574202</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 04:42:41 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574202</guid><dc:creator>M. Groves</dc:creator><description>No one can fault him for that. He is a caring guy and is doing what he needs to do. Hope his gramma is ok!</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574256</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:17:02 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574256</guid><dc:creator>Davy  Eugene, OR</dc:creator><description>Having lived through my Grandparents illnesses (and eventual passing), I hope that Senator Obama's Grandmother's situation improves. The Inevitability of our mortality never makes it any easier. But I'm pretty sure she is proud of her Grandson's accomplishments. </description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574267</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:24:28 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574267</guid><dc:creator>Best Wishes, LA, CA</dc:creator><description>Putting all the conflict, rage and division aside for a moment:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;My family's thoughts and prayers are with you Sen. Obama</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574279</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:35:07 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574279</guid><dc:creator>Mary Goldwater</dc:creator><description>I am a strong supporter of Senator o'bama and I would like him to know that I hope his Grandmother is O.K. healthwise. He has been such a wonderful candidate during these difficult times. My prayers are with you and I want your Grandmother to be by your side, with the rest of your lovely family on Inauguration Day. She must be very proud of you. Thank you again for the hope you have given us..I voted for you and Senator Biden yesterday with great pride in my country. Thank you again..</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574288</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:42:53 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574288</guid><dc:creator>Jack H, Fayetteville, NC</dc:creator><description>Senator Obama,&lt;br&gt;You during the right thing to visit your grandmother. I wish her the best of health. And for you sir, &amp;nbsp;you are given the American people the very best of the best of &amp;quot;YES WE CAN and HOPE&amp;quot;. And sir, I Thank You for that. To help you to feel good, Sir . I am just a 60 year old man who spent 20 years in the USAF and a small businessman with a staff of 16, who is paying the required business taxes for over 20 years. &lt;br&gt;I sir, voted early for you and proud to be an American. &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574318</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:58:53 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574318</guid><dc:creator>Heather Windsor, Colorado</dc:creator><description>Senator Obama, My husband and I have your family in our thoughts and prayers. don't worry we will carry on the campaign for you! &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Obama/Biden '08</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574319</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:58:55 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574319</guid><dc:creator>stephanie, NY</dc:creator><description>The only time in 2 years I have seen Obama get overcome - even though it was only for a moment - was when he FINALLY accepted the nomination of the democratic party and became the presumptive nominee (in June and I don't remember the state it was a blur by then ... but it was the last one - it was the night of the Michelle Obama fist bump). &amp;nbsp;He did mention something like, &amp;quot;that woman poured everything she was into me&amp;quot; and he stopped and took a breath and he was momentarily overcome. &amp;nbsp;I wish I had the tape of it - you can see him become emotional. &amp;nbsp;I wish Obama and his grandmother and family the best. &amp;nbsp;</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574323</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 06:02:24 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574323</guid><dc:creator>Jeremy, Martinez, CA</dc:creator><description>Good for him.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574328</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 06:08:46 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574328</guid><dc:creator>Kim W Virginia Beach, VA</dc:creator><description>I disagree with Rachel Maddow and any other pundit who thinks this can hurt Obama's campaign. He has a legitimate reason to put his campaign unlike his opposition. The respect I have for him has grown tenfold because it shows how much he cares for his family. I can only imagine the headlines if he would have chosen to stay on the campaign trail. I do hope McCain/Pail will not exploit this family issue, but I know they will not set aside their jabs, smears, or hate filled desperation..My thoughts and prayers go out to Obama and his family during this time.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574344</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 06:25:51 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574344</guid><dc:creator>jaybee, Tucson AZ</dc:creator><description>Obama continually demonstrates his ability to triage events and make rational decisions about relative importance. Undoubtedly the Mcslime campaign will attempt to take political advantage of this decision, however just like the rest of their mud it will rebound on them. Frankly, I respect and admire Obama for his decision and steadfast devotion to his grandmother; a pivotal influence in his life, a loving and demanding figure that inculcated the values which he displays in both “normal” life and the incredible stress of this campaign. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Reading between the lines and with years of healthcare management experience, makes me believe that she decided to spend her last days in the comfort of her home, with her grandson and this will be his last chance to see her alive. &lt;br&gt;Based on all that I read, this will be only a blip in his Presidential campaign but it will be a defining moment in his life and I respect that. I can both sympathize and emphasize with what he must be feeling &amp;nbsp;and dreading; my sincere condolences to you, Sir. &amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574372</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 06:53:11 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574372</guid><dc:creator>Beverly Covington,Ocala,FL</dc:creator><description>I am ashamed of the media not at the very least stating that all our prayers are with Sen.Obama's grandmother Madelyn Dunham at this time and we are all pulling for to see her Grandson become the next possible President&lt;br&gt;of America!</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574391</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 07:10:46 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574391</guid><dc:creator>Carmen Nashville Tn</dc:creator><description>my prayers and thoughts are with the entire OBAMA FAMILY</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574435</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:11:26 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574435</guid><dc:creator>SANDRA</dc:creator><description>OBAMA GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOUR GRANDMOTHER MY PRAYS ARE YOU AND THE FAMILY .GOD BLESS YOU</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574446</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:37:25 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574446</guid><dc:creator>sherry, fort lauderdale, florida</dc:creator><description>Blessings and prayers for you and your grandmother, Barack.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574457</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:59:57 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574457</guid><dc:creator>Nj</dc:creator><description>I HOPE GRANDMA MAKES IT TO ELECTION DAY TO SEE HER PRIZE BECOME PREZ</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574462</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 09:08:09 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574462</guid><dc:creator>Dave, LA, CA</dc:creator><description>It's sad this had to take place now; Obama's grandmother Madelyn is porbably the last waning link he has to his mother and grandfather. Reading his first book, you can palbably sense the love that existed in their small, but tight-knit family. </description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574495</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 10:23:03 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574495</guid><dc:creator>raj, austin TX</dc:creator><description>Senator Obama:&lt;br&gt;May god be with you sir. I have never come across a campaign till now that was this disciplined, dignified and distinguished. Even with the kind of attacks on your character, race, name and heritage, you sir have shown the world that politics need not always be nasty and playing mind games with people. That you can rise above that cheapness. &amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;Listening to you inspires me. It lifts up my spirit. It makes me see things more positively. McCain and his cronies with their tactics cannot even hold a candle to your character, strength of conviction and your judgement. &lt;br&gt;No matter to the outcome on Nov4th, Kudos to you !!!</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574497</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 10:26:08 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574497</guid><dc:creator>Christa, MD</dc:creator><description>God bless Mrs. Dunham and her family in these tough times. I'm glad Sen. Obama is taking time to visit with her.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;God is good ALL the time.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574514</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 10:47:30 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574514</guid><dc:creator>martha moomaw</dc:creator><description>Our prayers are with her.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574520</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 10:58:44 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574520</guid><dc:creator>Marie, Philadelphia, PA</dc:creator><description>I pray for Mrs. Dunham and for Senator Obama. &amp;nbsp;May God be with them both.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574530</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:07:08 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574530</guid><dc:creator>Doreta, Kitchener, ON Canada</dc:creator><description>My thoughts and prayers go out to Mrs. Dunham, Senator Obama and the entire family.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574552</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:26:34 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574552</guid><dc:creator>Bill D.</dc:creator><description>How long will it take the right wing mouth-breathers to label this as a 'stunt' to garner sympathy? Let's see how low the pond-scum is willing to go.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574554</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:28:26 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574554</guid><dc:creator>Gloria, Oklahoma</dc:creator><description>Mr.Obama, I would like to say that my prayers are with you and your family. I pray that God will be with you and you family all the way. And as alway, continue to thrust the Almighty God. You go and be with you grandmother and don't worry, I am one that is still going to vote for you no matter what.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574563</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:34:46 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574563</guid><dc:creator>Full Moon</dc:creator><description>I know I typically post anti-Obama stuff in here but I'd like to send my prayers out to him and his family. &amp;nbsp;You are in my thoughts, Barack.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574566</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:35:44 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574566</guid><dc:creator>Brad Cantor, Portland,OR</dc:creator><description>Our prayers are with you and your grandmother. Having had a special grandmother myself, I understand your feelings..We will carry on the fight in your absence.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574573</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:46:31 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574573</guid><dc:creator>Enough Obama BS</dc:creator><description>Here we go again, dragging out white grandma ! Please we all know it's a ploy ! Maybe while he's their he could go by the hospital's ( plural ) where he was &amp;nbsp;born and get a certified copy of his birth cert. Which he still refuses to produce. Before elction day he should be forced to prove his legal right to be Pres or be removed from the ballot !!!! &amp;nbsp;Come on GOP get on this. Expose him to be as fraudulent as his group ACORN !!!!!!</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574578</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:53:25 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574578</guid><dc:creator>Vern Sheldon, Portage IN</dc:creator><description>I will be praying for Madalyn Dunham. It was she, and her good,moral, rock solid Kansas values that helped shape Barack Obama into the hope of this nation. I was raised on the same not far from where She grew up. Always work harder than you have to for the benefit of everybody. Always see the good in everybody. Always strive for the common goals of the community. Do not flinch or shy from the task at hand. And most of all, see the face of God in everyone.&lt;br&gt; I pray that Toots Dunham can last out this campaign to see her hard work and sacrifice in the effort it took to raise her extraordinary Grandson bear fruit for the Nation. She deserves it.&lt;br&gt;</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574586</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:59:06 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574586</guid><dc:creator>Move on, York, PA</dc:creator><description>I thought he already threw her under the bus in Philadelphia?</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574595</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:01:54 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574595</guid><dc:creator>Move on, York, PA</dc:creator><description>Nobama</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574597</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:02:07 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574597</guid><dc:creator>Kathie, MN</dc:creator><description>How sad that none of his most formative important people can share this moment with Sen. Obama. &amp;nbsp;His mother died before he became Senator, his grandfather has also died. &amp;nbsp;His Grandma is all he has left from his childhood, and she has been ill enough to not be able to travel all through the campaign.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;I just pray that he has a good visit with her and that she is able to live long enough to see her grandson win the Presidency, or even til January when he becomes President. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The sense of loss is palpable, and my heart goes out to Obama, Ms. Dunham, and their family.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574606</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:07:05 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574606</guid><dc:creator>Vic, Chico, CA</dc:creator><description>If it was my grandmother who was that ill, I would take my wife and children to console her. Who knows if they would ever see each other again? I hope Obama just isnt trying to get the sympathy vote? Does he really need it?</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574608</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:07:46 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574608</guid><dc:creator>cindy, Las Vegas, Nv</dc:creator><description>Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr Obama and family. &amp;nbsp;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Obama/Biden 08 &amp;nbsp;</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574619</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:14:31 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574619</guid><dc:creator>Linda</dc:creator><description>Mr. Obama we wish your grandmother great recovery in the days to come.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574623</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:17:45 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574623</guid><dc:creator>Faustina Espinoza</dc:creator><description>May God give Senator Obama and his family comfort and strength during this trying moment. &amp;nbsp;May He bless his Grandmother with long and enduring health so she can see him become our Leader. &amp;nbsp;While Obama is away, I will again, donate another $25.00 toward his becoming our next President of the United States of America. &amp;nbsp;I challenge all of his supporters to do the same as well as foot work to encourage voter turnout. &amp;nbsp;Thanks. &amp;nbsp;Tina in Tempe.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574625</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:19:06 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574625</guid><dc:creator>J. Ramos, Vandergrift, Pa</dc:creator><description>Lets pray she has recovered and gets to see her lifes work complete.&lt;br&gt;</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574626</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:19:36 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574626</guid><dc:creator>Audrey</dc:creator><description>Should anyone critize this decision, I would deem them cold hearted. Barack's decision to be with his beloved grandmother who raised him and is the only member of his family remaining who raised him, is so very touching. I will pray that she does not turn for the worst. That she will survive long enough to see he grandson elected by the people to become the president of the United States of America.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;I was raised by my grandmother and I can tell you to not be with her during this time must be so very hard, but it is a chance he must take. While the campaign is important, is grandmother probably only has a few days left on this earth and that is what Robert Gibbs did not openly say why Barack made the decision to go and be with her. This is deep and abiding love people. Say what you must about the man as a politician but his is his grandmother who he loves very much. We must give him time to be with her. The campaign will still be there when he returns. I understand the pain he must be experiencing - the pull of staying and campaigning or be at his grandmother's bedside. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The choice is not really one, surly a couple of days will not bring the campaign to a hault. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;My prayers are with Barack and his entire family during these very difficult days. A grandmother's love is very precious.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574630</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:22:52 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574630</guid><dc:creator>rb pgh, pa</dc:creator><description>the right and proper thing to do. this is the mark of man who cares more for life than he does for politics. </description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574632</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:25:33 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574632</guid><dc:creator>Myrock, Snellville, GA</dc:creator><description>We're praying for the Obama's today and everyday! &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Don't worry about McCain and his lies. They can't take what they can't get! &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Besides... We've got your back Obama/Biden!</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574634</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:26:27 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574634</guid><dc:creator>Richard, Delmar, NY</dc:creator><description>God bless Senator Obama at this time and may he have a fond farewell to his grandmother. </description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574635</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:27:30 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574635</guid><dc:creator>Give Me A Break, Acworth, GA</dc:creator><description>It is well regarded for me that he will put his family before politics. It just makes my vote for him all the more stronger. This IS a valid reason to step off the campaign trail; not for politics. Maybe Palin could learn a lesson or two from this. She might get inspired to spend time with her baby Trig. </description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574636</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:28:40 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574636</guid><dc:creator>Al H., Kalamazoo, MI</dc:creator><description>Senator BO we wish God's speed to your grandmother and her health. Safe travels and our prayers are with you and your family in this time of need. A McCain/Palin supporter for 08. </description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574640</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:30:40 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574640</guid><dc:creator>Shelly</dc:creator><description>My prayers are with you Senator Obama. &amp;nbsp;Hang in there. &amp;nbsp;Sending many hugz to you and your family.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Smiles.</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574642</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:30:51 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574642</guid><dc:creator>Joe - STL</dc:creator><description>My thoughts and prayers go out to Obama and his family.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Regardless of the outcome on 11/4, if (God forbid) this is the end, I pray that his grandmother can see the next 14 days through and know the outcome</description></item><item><title>Obama to visit grandmother, skip events</title><link>http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/10/20/1573638.aspx#1574650</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:35:22 GMT</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="false">8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:1574650</guid><dc:creator>James Omata, Mombasa, Kiembeni</dc:creator><description>Just send a message of condelence to the senator, udging all Democratic voters to take heart and pursue the early voting as it the best solution to the situation right now. Thank and God bless America &amp;nbsp;</description></item></channel></rss>