Obama and Biden Begin Race Together

Democratic running mates Barack Obama and Joe Biden appeared together for the first time today before a cheering crowd of an estimated 35,000 supporters gathered in Springfield, Ill., where Obama began his presidential run more than 19 months ago. "For months, I've searched for a leader to finish this journey alongside me," Obama said. "Today, I have come back to Springfield to tell you that I've found that leader – a man with a distinguished record and a fundamental decency – Joe Biden." ...Full Story