Obama as young Luke Skywalker, Hillary as Darth Vader, Bill as the Emperor, Bill Richardson as Han Solo. This new viral video promoting Obama's candidacy is brilliant and effective humor. Just more evidence as to why Obama is engaging young voters like no other presidential candidate in recent memory.
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A Must See Obama Star Wars Viral Video
Category: 2008 Election
Posted on: May 11, 2008 3:16 PM, by Matthew C. Nisbet
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That was worth watching just to see Bill Richardson piloting the millenium falcon.
Posted by: Mr.Mom | May 11, 2008 10:51 PM