After the announcement of Obama’s victory in the election late last night, Philadelphia had a reason to celebrate and riot in the streets for the second time this week. South Broad Street was lined with citizens of all ages and races shouting, dancing, and giving lots of high-fives.

Temple students gathered onto the intersection of North Broad St. and Cecil B. Moore Ave. once the results came in that Obama is the 44th president of the United States. Much like the win of the World Series, hundreds of students from all Philadelphia campuses made the long trek from main campus to City Hall to celebrate the victory.

Obama supporters gathered on Broad Street Tuesday night to celebrate his victory.

Sadiki’s, a restaurant at 72nd & Ogontz, hosted a election night party for local politicians, family and friends starting at 9 on Tuesday. An Obama crowd was on hand to celebrate the huge win.

After Obama was projected the next President, State Rep. Cherrelle Parker cries at Sadiki's at 72nd and Ogontz.

Jackie Shalley sheds tears while being hugged by a friend at Sadiki's at 72nd and Ogontz.

State Rep. Marian Tasco (left) hugs friends after Obama was projected the winner of the 2008 Presidential election.

Patrons at Sadiki' at 72nd & Ogontz celebrate after Barack Obama was elected the next President of the United States.

Loretta Collins celebrates as the votes come in at the Oak Lane office.

Campaign manager at the Oak Lane office, Zach Marks, joins his volunteers to celebrate.

As the day ends, it starts to sink in. Sue O. and Molly Ashodian hug it out after the polls close and the results start to come in.

By Rebecca Savedow

"O" for Obama

Temple students Natalie and Christina celebrate

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Dozens of Obama supporters packed Broad Street on election night with signs, posters, and banners celebrating this historical election. Cars honked and drivers cheered for Obama. Some of these people were out there for hours.

Throughout the day, residents of Washington Township in Slatington, PA vote for their candidate of choice to be the next President of the United States. Susan Bayer, (woman in the green sweater) stands in line awaiting her chance to make a difference at the polls, while two volunteers, Tom Griffin (left) and Gary (right) stand outside the polling place nearing the close of the polls.  Many residents are waiting in suspense to find out who will be victorious.