The presidential campaign of 2008 was one of the most intense and closely-followed races in US politics. Moments after the presidential victory was called for Barack Obama, editors at newspapers around the world began framing some of the most significant front pages in history.

President Obama: Election 2008 is a collection of over seventy November 5th, 2008 newspaper front pages from around the world. There is no better statement of the emotion, excitement and significance of this historic event. Compiled by The Poynter Institute, a non-profit school for journalists, which stands for a journalism that informs citizens, enlightens public discourse and strengthens ties between journalism and democracy.