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Coverage dated November 4, 2026

Today in History: November 4, Obama wins presidency in historic election

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Today is Tuesday, Nov. 4, the 308th day of 2025. There are 57 days left in the year. Today in history: On Nov. 4, 2008, Democratic Sen. Barack Obama of Illinois was elected the first Black president of the United States, defeating the Republican candidate, Sen. John McCain of Arizona.

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  1. The Boston Globe

    Today in history: Obama wins presidency in historic election (opens The Boston Globe)

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    Today is Tuesday, Nov. 4, the 308th day of 2025. There are 57 days left in the year.

  2. WTOP Washington DC

    Today in History: November 4, Obama wins presidency in historic election (opens WTOP Washington DC)

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    Today is Tuesday, Nov. 4, the 308th day of 2025. There are 57 days left in the year. Today in history: On Nov. 4, 2008, Democratic Sen. Barack Obama of Illinois was elected the first Black president of the United States, defeating the Republican candidate, Sen. John McCain of Arizona.

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