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2011-01-10T01:50:00.000+08:00

Yes! You read that right :) DBuzzToday.Com is back in blogger since December 2010 when I accidentally deleted the database of dbuzztoday and I'm having a hard time recovering it. Well, since it's Holiday Season, my hosting technical support is kinda out of reach until now. I submitted a support ticket and they replied to it and told me that they'll look at the problem. They send me message right away that there's a fee for the database recovery. Well, that's a given already so I asked them how much is the fee and where will I pay it. And guess what? I'm still waiting for their reply until now :( Well, I guess I have to follow it up as often as I could so that this blog will be back to it's own hosting.

Just hoping and praying that this could be fix since I only have a backup of my post from July-December 2010 and my older post here in blogspot. Well, , I already posted the 6months backup I have here :) Hays!

Laban ni Maria – Rocking Against Cervical Cancer through Music and Fashion!

2009-09-17T20:55:00.000+08:00

MTV invites everyone to Laban ni Maria – Rocking Against Cervical Cancer through Music and Fashion!

When: September 23, 2009
What time: 8pm
Where: Eastwood Central Plaza

Everyday, 12 Filipinas die from cervical cancer- sad statistics considering the disease is preventable! Help spread the word and help save lives as we raise awareness for cervical cancer prevention. Let’s rock against cervical cancer with Astrojuan, US-2 Evil-0, Brigada, Imago and Pupil! Plus a super cool fashion show with specially designed Laban ni Maria clothes in cooperation with the Francis M. Clothing Company =)

*Admission is free so please, invite your friends and family!

Let support the fight against Cervical Cancer! C’ya there!

Patrick Swayze of Ghost and Dirty Dancing Died of Cancer

2009-09-16T00:58:00.000+08:00

Just heard the news that Patrick Swayze, the hunky actor of Dirty Dancing and Ghost died after a battle with cancer at the age of 57.

Swayze was diagnosed of Pancreatic cancer March of last year and this is particularly a deadly form of Cancer. His doctors predicted that he would only have a week to live but he was so optimistic and kept on working and live a normal life as much as possible.

Here’s a report from Yahoo! News

LOS ANGELES – Patrick Swayze, the hunky actor who danced his way into moviegoers’ hearts with “Dirty Dancing” and then broke them with “Ghost,” died Monday after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 57.

“Patrick Swayze passed away peacefully today with family at his side after facing the challenges of his illness for the last 20 months,” his publicist, Annett Wolf, said in a statement Monday evening. Swayze died in Los Angeles, Wolf said, but she declined to give further details.

Fans of the actor were saddened to learn in March 2008 that Swayze was suffering from a particularly deadly form of cancer. He kept working despite the diagnosis, putting together a memoir with his wife and shooting “The Beast,” an A&E drama series for which he had already made the pilot.

Swayze said he opted not to use painkilling drugs while making “The Beast” because they would have taken the edge off his performance. The show drew a respectable 1.3 million viewers when the 13 episodes ran in 2009, but A&E said it had reluctantly decided not to renew it for a second season.

MM - Can We Still Be Friends

2009-08-24T10:28:00.000+08:00

This is my first Music Monday and I want to share with you one of my all time favorite song. Enjoy and Happy MM!!!

Come join Music Monday and share your songs with us. One simple rule, leave ONLY the actual post link here. You can grab this code at LJL Please note these links are STRICTLY for Music Monday participants only. All others will be deleted without prejudice.

PS: Because of spamming purposes, the linky will be closed on Thursday of each week at midnight, Malaysian Time. Thank you!

Win a Britney Ticket in NYC

2009-08-19T14:09:00.000+08:00

Ever dream of watching Britney Spears in concert? Don't fret for "Extra" and "AM New York" are giving away tickets for Britney's concert in NYC entitled "The Circus Starring Britney Spears".

Well, Extra and AM NY are giving away four tickets. Two winners will receive 2 tickets each to Britney's concert in New York this coming August 25 but the transportation will be on the winners expense.

To register for this contest click here:
Sign up to become an "Extra" friend, enter the secret word from Tuesday's show, and enter to win!

So what are you waiting for? Hurry and sign up now to see Britney live in NYC. And to read more visit ExtraTV website. (Source: WarnerBros)

Experience Honest-to-Goodness result With Celeteque ADVANCE

2009-08-18T13:16:00.000+08:00

Are you ready to experience up to 92% less fine lines in just 6 weeks?

Experience honest-to-goodness truth behind smoother, younger-looking skin, with the new Céleteque Advanced Anti-Wrinkle Facial Moisturizer*.

A CHALLENGE IS ISSUED!

Earlier this year, the Céleteque Advanced team created the True Results Challenge, wherein over 50 Filipina women, aged 30 to 55 years old coming from all walks of life, became part of an amazing experience that resulted in roughly around 92% of their fine lines gone in 6 weeks.

The women first went through an assessment session with an accredited dermatologist, who verified the number of fine lines the women had. The women were then instructed to use a mystery product, which was actually the new Céleteque Advanced Anti-Wrinkle Facial Moisturizer, in place of their usual moisturizer.

THE HONEST TO GOODNESS TRUTH

For these women and many others like them, taking on the “True Results” Challenge and using the new Céleteque Advanced Anti-Wrinkle Facial Moisturizer has been the key to an amazing transformation.

Now, smoother and younger looking skin can be yours. It happened to them and it can happen to you. So try the new Céleteque Advanced Anti-Wrinkle Facial Moisturizer and see the honest to goodness truth for yourself.

The new Céleteque Advanced Anti-Wrinkle Facial Moisturizer has the Double Peptide Complex, which penetrates deep into the skin, and helps stimulate the formation of collagen. Collagen is the natural protein that plumps up skin thus diminishing fine lines and wrinkles and renewing outer layer of damaged skin.

See the difference and experience honest-to-goodness results!

*The new Céleteque Advanced Anti-Wrinkle Facial Moisturizer is dermatologist tested, non-comedogenic, hypo-allergenic, fragrance- free and can be used by those with sensitive skin.
** Using it as your maintenance moisturizer after the 6-week period will help maintain your youthful looking skin!

Click here for more Photos from the Celeteque ADVANCE Event

Michael Jackson's Fans overlook His Dark Side

2009-07-05T12:09:00.000+08:00

Since the day of the King of Pop Michael Jackson's death on June 25,2009 at the age of 50, there are a lot of allegations about the cause of his death. One report state that the main cause of his death was a prescribe-drug abuse. But fans all over the world overlooked this as they morn the lost of their idol.

Some 4 or 5 years ago Michael Jackson's career went on a stand-still due to a child molestation case filed against him in the State of California. This is the second accusation of sex with a minor and criminal charge that was filed on Mr. Jackson. But the jury decided that he was not guilty on the said account. Even though he was not found guilty, the damage had already been done on his career and reputation.

But now that he already passed away, fans all over the world overlooks all the allegations, rumors and the dark side of their idol. Fans now are giving him tribute and praying for his soul. Well, it's really time to forgive him for whatever he has done right?

To read more on this article visit Yahoo OMG!

Philippine Tourism advisory on Influenza A (H1N1)

2009-05-22T21:13:00.000+08:00

As of May 21, 2009, the Philippines has reported one confirmed patient afflicted with the Influenza A(H1N1) – a 10-year-old Filipina who arrived in the country after travelling to the United States and Canada.

At present, the patient is relieved of fever and flu but still has sore throat. She is now under intensive care and strict quarantine by the Department of Health. Household members who have been in contact of the said patient have received preventive medications and are undergoing strict quarantine and observation for flu-like symptoms.

The government continues to monitor incoming travellers in all airports, and entry points including chartered plane terminals and sea ports. Apart from strict surveillance, the government has likewise required travellers to monitor themselves within 10 days after arrival from for any flu-like symptoms.

The Department of Tourism (DOT) maintains that there is no reported cancellation on any of its tourism bookings. DOT’s marketing departments and regional units remain on heightened alert for any case of flu-like symptoms from arriving tourists.

The DOT has likewise urged tourism stakeholders and partners (transportation services, hotels, resorts and restaurants) to be vigilant and impose stricter measures on proper hygiene and etiquette to prevent the virus from spreading.

The tourism industry remains unhampered and has issued no travel restrictions.

Learn the Hoedown Throwdown Move From Hannah Montana the Movie

2009-05-02T14:46:00.000+08:00

Ever heard of the new Hoedown Throwdown craze? The hoedown throwdown craze is a dance move from the match awaited Hannah Montana Movie. If you haven't heard or seen this dance craze yet let Miley Cyrus a.k.a Hannah Montana teach us how to do this.

The Hoedown Throwdown is one of the grooviest and happiest breakdown scene in the movie. This is the scene where Hannah gets onstage at the barn party and dance the "Hoewdown Throwdown" like it's the normal thing to do. Then everyone picks it up and the whole place is rocking in no time.

So check this new craze and teach your kids the movie. All you have to do is get on your feet then wiggle from side to side. Anyways, check the video of Miley Cyrus and here choreographer Jamel guide us on how to do this dance craze.

Goodluck to everyone in mastering this move :)

World's Most Beautiful People of 2009

2009-04-30T10:41:00.000+08:00

Yes you heard it right. People magazine already released a sneak peek on thier 2009 World's Most Beautiful People list. The list ranges from superstars like Christina Applegate, Halle Berry, Angelina Jolie, Christina Aguilera and to the freshest faces of Zac Efron from Disney's High School musical, the cast of 90210 (Channing Tatum), Taylor Swift.

Well, guess who's this year Most Beautiful Star? Want a hint?!? She has an "angel" of a boyfriend and a really nice sitcom where she don't have a memory. Give up now? Well, the most beautiful star is ... tantaran... Christina Applegate.

She has an "angel" of a boyfriend, Dutch bass player Martyn Lenoble, "who loves me from head to toe." She has a cozy Malibu beach house that she calls "the best thing I've ever done for myself." And, after a very public battle with breast cancer that has given her a gratifying "feeling of purpose," Christina Applegate has a new lease on life, she tells PEOPLE. (Source: omg.yahoo)

Aside from Christina here's some of the Stars who made it to this years People Magazine World's most beautiful people: Halle Berry, newcomer Robert Pattinson (Twilight), Selena Gomez, Chaning Tatum, Kristen Stewart, Taylor Swift for the second time, Zac Efron, Dev Patel, Ciara, Christina Aguilera, 90210 stars, Freida Pinto, Jullianne Hough and a lot more.

More of People's 2009 World's Most Beautiful People.

RP tops ticket booking sales in France

2009-04-29T16:40:00.000+08:00

FRANCE -- The Philippines is the no. 1 Asia Pacific destination in terms of sold airline tickets by all airlines, the Department of Tourism (DOT) office here reported. RP recorded a 60% growth rate in terms of tickets issued by all airlines in almost all French travel agencies from January to February 2009, compared with figures in 2008.

Tourism Secretary Ace Durano said, "Our aggressive marketing campaign in several major travel trade fairs in Europe has allowed us to strengthen our established links with the French market.”

He added, "The DOT has continued to enhance our campaign for high-spending French travelers, promoting the country’s nature, adventure and culture."

According to the Billing and Settlement Plan (BSP), figures representing the number of tickets issued by all airlines in 4,000 travel agencies in France, the Philippines is the strongest in terms of progression for Asian destinations for the January-February 2009 period.

Durano attributed the growth in ticket bookings to the country’s myriad of adventures and travel options. "The country offers diving and other exciting activities from all kinds water sports to exhilarating expeditions such as hiking, trekking, spelunking, to name a few. We also have bird-watching, which is fast gaining acclaim from eco-travelers.”

Tourism Undersecretary for Planning and Promotions Eduardo Jarque, Jr. said, “The French market has been familiar with our destinations because of key reasons, among which is the country’s active participation in travel trade fairs and our partnership with the TV program Koh Lanta, which featured Caramoan in Camarines Sur, and Palawan."

The Tourism First Quarter Report showed that Camarines Sur and Palawan were the leading major destinations in terms of growth rate, at 43.23% and 93.29%, respectively.

Rare coin in Ohio auction is worth for $2M

2009-04-29T08:53:00.000+08:00

"These undated photos provided by Heritage Auction Galleries show the front and rear of a rare 1804-dated silver dollar previously owned by legendary Texas newspaper publisher and American Airlines co-founder, Amon G. Carter Sr. The coin, purchased by Carter for $3,250 in 1950, is expected to sell for at least $2 million in a public auction April 29, 2009, in Cincinnati." (AP Photo/Heritage Auction Galleries)

This 1804-dated Adams-Carter silver dollar coin is now in auction in Cincinnati. It fetched more than $2 million in a private sale a couple of years back. Since it's one of the most valuable coin in the world today, the coin world is expecting it to top the previous amount it garnered. This coin has been owned by a Boston banker, Texas publishing mogul and by a cllector who sold everything he have to help build a church school in the state of Ohio.

This 1804 Adams-Carter silver coin rank number 7 in the most valuable coins in the world by Coin Values Magazine. The top 1 most valuable is a 1933 double eagle that is worth $7.6 million in 2002 auction.

Continue reading here...

2 Days left for Cebu Pacific Promo for June, July and August

2009-04-28T15:03:00.000+08:00

The leading budget airline in the Philippines, Cebu Pacific Air, has an on-going all-out sale promo for the month of June, July and August. This promo started last April 25, 2009 and it will end tomorrow, April 30. The domestic fare runs as low as P249 all inclusive while the international fare is as low as P599 but exclusive of government taxes. This promo fares are non-refundable.

For more information about this promo check-out Cebu Pacific Air Website.

Tara byahe tayo!!!

Summer Destination

2009-03-13T10:00:00.000+08:00

Boracay Island, Philippines

Well, been thinking where to spend your time this summer? Let me give you some ideas on the best places here in the Philippines where you can relax and enjoy the sun, surf and sand. Philippines have more tahn 7,100 beautiful Islands that tourist could explore and the most popuplar of this Islands is Boracay.

Another summer destination where you could go is Palawan. Palawan boost of their crystal-clear blue water and scenic view. It is the home of the 7 wonders of Nature, Tubattaha Reef. It is also the best place to go diving.

If you want to be alone and just relax in the sand you could also go to Pagbilao, Quezon. This is the best kept secret of Quezon. The place is not yet congested and it's really all natural. No hotels or commercial establishement in front of the prestine-clear water of the beach.

And if you want to go on a secluded beach, try the beautiful Anawangin. This is a campers haven. You could also go hike up the mountain r just frolick in the amazing beach here.

Barbie's New Look: Totally Styling Tattoos

2009-03-06T15:07:00.000+08:00

Barbie Dolls has been in the market for over 50 years and there have been lots of changes with the Doll. And now this popular Doll is sporting a new look that outraged some of the parents. But despite this controversy, the new Totally Styling tattoo Barbie are selling like pancakes.

The new America's sweetheart Totally Styling Barbie now comes with tattoos, and some parents are outraged. They said that they wouldn't but this Barbie for their kids since it has tattoos in it which encourage kids to do it, especially the young girls to show off their body. But to be fair with the company, this dolls doesn't come with tattoos already stick to their body. The kids have an option to attach the sticker where they want to put it in the Barbie doll or if they opted not to put it. The tattoo stickers come in a heart, star and butterflies shape. You can't see those skulls, semper fi, death befoe dishonor and women in sexy outifts tattoo. It's purely for kids.

More on tattooed Barbie here.

President Obama speaks about Healthcare Reform

2009-03-06T14:02:00.000+08:00

President Barrack Obama speaks about healthcare reform during the White House forum on what he calls the greatest threat to the U.S. economy, thursday. The president said "Every voice has to be heard. Every idea must be considered ... The status quo is the one option that is not on the table,"

Obama: Every voice must be heard on health reform

AP – President Barack Obama speaks about healthcare reform in the East Room of the White House in Washington …WASHINGTON – President Barack Obama pumped health care allies and skeptics alike for ways to overhaul the nation's costly and frustrating system Thursday and heard only applause and agreement when he told them there's "a clear consensus that the need for health care reform is here and now."

However, he conceded at a White House summit that opinions vary widely on exactly what to do and said that winning quick approval for historic and stunningly expensive legislation won't be easy.

Still, the unanimity on the urgency to act underscored how the political environment has become more favorable to revamping the thorny system since President Bill Clinton's attempt failed in the 1990s under intense resistance from drug makers, insurance companies and others. All those interest groups were on hand Thursday, and Obama intended his daylong Washington session and a series of meetings to follow around the country to signal that his push for universal health care coverage will be more open and inclusive than Clinton's.

"Every voice has to be heard. Every idea must be considered ... The status quo is the one option that is not on the table," Obama said during the White House forum on what he calls the greatest threat to the U.S. economy — rising health care costs. Mindful of the demise of the Clinton plan, Obama warned, "Those who seek to block any reform at all, any reform at any cost, will not prevail this time around."

The U.S. system is the world's costliest; the country spends some $2.4 trillion a year on health care. It leaves an estimated 48 million people uninsured, and many others lack adequate insurance.

Firm in his insistence on action, Obama was relaxed as he fielded questions from lawmakers and the heads of crucial interest groups. At one point he sneezed twice, and then as the audience laughed said, "This is a health care forum, so I thought I'd model what happens when you don't get enough sleep."

Sen. Edward Kennedy of Massachusetts addressed the group, his first Washington appearance in weeks as he battles brain cancer. He received a long ovation and declared, "I'm looking forward to being a foot soldier in this undertaking, and this time we will not fail."

Although Obama wants coverage for all, the president suggested a willingness to compromise. That, too, was a break from Clinton's posture in the 1990s when he promised to veto any health care measure that didn't give him what he sought.

This time, Obama said, "Each of us must accept that none of us will get everything we want, and no proposal for reform will be perfect."

Republicans as well as Democrats agreed. Speaker after speaker at the end of a day of smaller White House sessions said action was needed.

Sen. Charles Grassley of Iowa, top Republican on the Senate Finance Committee, said that panel should be working on a version by June. He said the timetable might seem "a little ambitious, but if you aren't ambitious on a major problem like this that the country decides needs to be done, it'll never get done."

Signaling arguments to come, however, he told Obama that there is concern that giving many people the option of a government insurance plan — something Obama has proposed — would reduce competition

Republican Rep. Roy Blunt of Missouri said the same at one session: "That's clearly going to be a big area of contention."

But no one told Obama he or his group would stand in the way of significant action.< class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1236311858_13">comprehensive health care reform" by year's end, though he didn't precisely define what that would entail. His advisers say while he hopes for a bipartisan measure, he won't be deterred by ideological fights or interest group opposition.

Unlike Clinton, Obama isn't offering a specific plan, but rather is outlining general principles to guide the Democratic-controlled Congress as it writes the measure: increased coverage, improved services and better control of costs. The House and Senate will be left to do the heavy lifting.

Although he proposed a plan during the campaign, Obama said that he's open to any solution — from an entirely private system to more government involvement — as long as it meets his general priorities. "I just want to figure out what works," he said.

Still, there is a fault line between Democrats and Republicans over the role of government in the health care system — and that could complicate Obama's push to ensure health care for everyone.

Signaling likely areas of contention ahead, Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky told Obama in a letter that his party was ready to work with the administration on health care but he also warned that the GOP would bristle at changes that lead to a government-run system and coverage expansions that don't come with curbs on costs.

In office just six weeks, Obama already has made one big move on health care. He proposed a budget that has a $634 billion "down payment" for expanded coverage over a 10-year period. The government will spend trillions on health care over the same period.

In hindsight, both supporters and opponents agree that Clinton made a series of missteps and miscalculations that doomed his plan from the outset.

With first lady Hillary Rodham Clinton leading the charge, the White House wrote the measure with little input from lawmakers or interest groups. Stakeholders on all sides complained they were shut out of the process.

Obama, even before he took office, used his campaign apparatus to encourage people to hold open meetings across the country to discuss the matter. The White House says more than 30,000 people attended more than 3,000 meetings in 50 states and Washington, D.C.
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Associated Press Writer Erica Werner contributed to this story.(Source: YahooNews)

Jennifer Hudson's Nephew Found

2008-10-28T17:17:00.000+08:00

Julian King, a 7 year old nephew of the Oscar-winning actress and singer Jennifer Hudson had been missing for days after Jennifer Hudson's mother and brother were murdered. Police found the boys body with a multiple shots in it.

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Police: Body Is Jennifer Hudson's Nephew

The body of a slain young boy has been identified as that of Jennifer Hudson's 7-year-old nephew, Chicago police confirmed at a press conference Monday.

Police have no suspects.

Julian King was missing all weekend after an unidentified assailant fatally shot Hudson's mother Darnell, 57, and brother Jason, 29, on Friday.

At 7:05 a.m. Monday, Chicago police discovered the slain boy -- who was shot multiple times, according to the Tribune -- in the back seat of an abandoned white 1994 Chevy Suburban on Chicago's West Side.

Chicago police call the killings "domestic related."

Though he has not been charged, William Balfour -- the estranged husband of Julia Hudson, Jennifer's sister -- was taken into custody Friday by Chicago police for questioning.

The 27-year-old Balfour -- who spent nearly seven years in prison for attempted murder, vehicular hijacking and possessing a stolen vehicle -- is not the boy's father.

He is being held at the Illinois Department of Corrections on a parole violation "unrelated to this investigation."

Balfour's mother, Michele Balfour, has said Jennifer Hudson's mother kicked Balfour out of the family home last winter. She denied her son had anything to do with the killings. (Source: US Magazine)

Powell's Endorses Barack Obama

2008-10-20T10:43:00.000+08:00

The former Secretary of the States Colin Powell endorses Barack Obama for president earlier and because of this endorsement McCain last hope to defeat Obama was destroyed.

Halperin: How the Powell Endorsement Boosts Obama

In one of the most important symbolic moments of the general election, former Secretary of State Colin Powell announced today that he is endorsing Barack Obama for president. Making his decision public on NBC News' "Meet the Press," the long-time fixture in Republican administrations effectively reinforced the sense of momentum Obama has been building, declaring the Senator from Illinois as a "transformational figure." "I think that Senator Obama brings a fresh set of eyes, a fresh set of ideas to the table," said Powell. "I think we need a generational change, and I think Senator Obama has captured the feelings of the young people of America, and is reaching out in a more diverse, inclusive way across our society."

Sources say Obama courted Powell's support for well over a year, with private discussions that have largely involved policy consultations, but also some explicit pleas for support. Powell's neutrality up until now had worried some Republicans, and a possible nod for Obama has been rumored and discussed for months. Whenever he has been asked in public about Obama, Powell has had nothing but kind words but, before his appearnace on Meet the Press, always stopped short of a full endorsement.The decision is not only symbolic but, in terms of timing, one of great tactical importance. Powell is a brand unto himself in American politics, and clearly transcends the media's tendency to hype endorsements more than their actual importance to voters. However, the indisputable benefit that Powell brings Obama is that the former Secretary of State and general is sure to block out any chance McCain has of winning the next two or three days of news coverage, as the media swoons over the implications of the choice. It is simple political math: McCain has 15 days to close a substantial gap, and he will now lose at least one fifth of his total remaining time

Powell's decision brings other clear benefits as well. He is so trusted for his judgment on national security (even in the wake of his role in the current Iraq War) that his confidence in Obama to become commander-in-chief will resonate with many elites and voters. The Democrats' ability to play the Powell card for the next two weeks makes it much harder, even if there is an unexpected international crisis, for Republicans to suggest Obama simply isn't qualified to protect the country. Powell reinforced Obama's qualifications on "Meet the Press": "Senator Obama has demonstrated the kind of calm, patient, intellectual, steady approach to problem-solving that I think we need in this country."

If some voters still see Obama as a nebulous, unknown figure with questionable associations and liberal tendencies that makes them wary of voting for an African-American, Powell's decision may ease their minds. In some ways his image is the perfect complement to Obama's. Unlike the newly arrived Obama, Powell has been an establishment figure of vast experience in the national spotlight for well over a decade on military and international affairs, first as a career Army man, then in a variety of national security roles, culminating in his service as Secretary of State.

When Powell considered his own run for president in 1995, his political advisers found that there was an extraordinarily wide and deep well of support for the retired general as a political figure. In fact, by some standards, before Obama, Powell was the most successful African-American politician of the last two decades, without ever actually seeking elective office. Even after being tied to the Bush administration and its widely disliked foreign policy decisions, Powell has maintained extraordinary popularity, with nearly three quarters of Americans continuing to view him favorably, in part because he is perceived as a non-partisan figure, almost above politics.

Finally, Powell long ago cast his lot with the Republican Party, even though he is known to have disagreements with the GOP on some social issues. He has been a powerful speaker at party events, and one of the truly powerful symbols the party has had to deploy. His crossover endorsement is Obama's biggest yet from a Republican and fuels many of the Democrat's regular themes: Obama is the future and McCain the past; Obama — and his party — can be trusted on national security, Bush mishandled the Iraq conflict; and other Republicans (and independents) should be comfortable supporting the man from Illinois.

Powell will not become a full-throated partisan on Obama's behalf, but the two are now joined symbolically. It is most similar to Senator Edward Kennedy's endorsement of Obama over Hillary Clinton in February, which garnered extraordinary news coverage at a critical moment and broke the spirits of the opposition. Like Kennedy, Powell is a larger than life figure who commands a wide following. Powell says he will not campaign actively for Obama , but he does not need to. His words on Sunday were more than enough. (Source: Time US)

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