Obama merchandise a hit as excitement builds

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Stanley Turner set up a stand on Western Avenue to sell Sen. Barack Obama merchandise

One vendor set up a stand on Western Avenue to sell Sen. Barack Obama merchandise. (WSBT photo)

By Beth Boehne

Story Created: Apr 9, 2008 at 3:12 PM EDT

Story Updated: Apr 9, 2008 at 3:39 PM EDT

SOUTH BEND — Hundreds are prepared to show their support for Sen. Barack Obama after picking up some last minute Obama merchandise.

The Illinois senator will be making a campaign stop at Washington High School Wednesday.

One vendor who set up shop on Western Avenue in South Bend says he sold more than 50 t-shirts, hats and flags in just over an hour Tuesday.

Stanley Turner says he followed the Obama campaign all the way from Los Angeles, and he claims his South Bend customers are the most excited he's seen yet.

“They're telling me, ‘Go Obama!’ They're telling me, ‘I'm ready for a change!’ They’re telling me ‘I’m excited!’ Turned told WSBT News. “Because a few people had my attitude. They didn't care about voting, and something about it, they want to vote now."

Turner says he will be out selling again Wednesday.

9:03 AM Julia Black wrote ...

You are the best man for the job but think about taxes and let them down.You are my hero and my follower.Don't let me down and show me what your made of.You are my idol number #1!

Tuesday, Sep 30 at 8:48 AM Ron wrote ...

One of the best ideas I've seen for Obama merchandise is "Ojamas" (Obama Pajamas). http://www.ojamas.us

Sunday, Sep 28 at 5:48 PM Consuela wrote ...

I think that Obama will make a GREAT Leader. He is for the American people. Those of you who make negative comments about Obama must be for the rich Republicans!!!

Friday, Apr 11 at 10:27 AM Sucker wrote ...

Hey L.R.D.! Is there any free Obama merchandise included? I need a change.

Friday, Apr 11 at 4:17 AM go Hillary wrote ...

I hope that our country will once again become a united, strong force to be reckoned with. The more I read about Obama the more I am repulsed by his character and his morals and beliefs. He can't be FOR us if he is AGAINST us! Yes Hillary lied about the sniper,(who knows why),but she is so gung-ho American with years of experience to prove it. Give her a chance and vote for her.

Thursday, Apr 10 at 4:21 PM jim wrote ...

i must apologize ,after last night ,i now realize the puppet master in this whole clinton- obama fiasco at washington was the direct result of luecke an not the school board ,as usual the mayor shows his true colors and throws the sbcsc under the bus oh wait isnt that what obama did to his Grandma,oh by the way his GRANDMA WAS A V.P OF BANKING IN HAWAII AND WAS VERY TOUGH , SO DONT FALL FOR THE POOR OL CHILD ACT AS U SEE ON HIS COMERCIAL,CHECK IT OUT ?SMOKE AN MIRRORS AGAIN!

Thursday, Apr 10 at 12:05 PM L.R.D. wrote ...

I have some great ocean-front property for sale in Arizona, let me know if any of you Obama supporters are interested.

Thursday, Apr 10 at 8:41 AM Anonymous wrote ...

Let's look at the numbers. He's getting 46% of the democrats in a state that has a majority of republicans. So, what does that give him, 20-22% of the state right now?

Thursday, Apr 10 at 3:19 AM LOL! wrote ...

A Racist like Obama won't wear an American flag on his lapel or put his hand over his heart during our National Anthem. His favorite classes in College (according to his own book) were Marxism and anti-American literature. His "pastor" says GD America. But when they print his T-Shirts, they have an American Flag on them?! How easy it is to fool the sheep! LOL!

Wednesday, Apr 9 at 10:41 PM Anonymous wrote ...

I hope they remembered to collect the new 7% state sales tax on all merchandise.

Wednesday, Apr 9 at 10:08 PM Aaron wrote ...

Condi Rice is a Bush cronie. You'd be a fool to ever vote for her.

Wednesday, Apr 9 at 8:08 PM Frank wrote ...

What a breath of fresh air. Go Obama!

Wednesday, Apr 9 at 8:01 PM Trebor wrote ...

We need a change in the USA, but not the kind this guy offers. I would not cross the street to see him. Condi Rice would be a great choice, she is black and a woman, and loves her country!!!!

Wednesday, Apr 9 at 4:55 PM PJ wrote ...

http://www.chicagopride.com/news/article.cfm/articleid/5603104 Enjoy the latest about Obama

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