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FLYPAPER & COMMUNITY PARTNERS CELEBRATE THE VICTORY OF THE VOTE

The spirit of change was alive as the sun arose on Tuesday morning. Masses gathered at their local polling places in unseasonably warm temperatures, each excited to exercise his/her right to vote. As the day went on and the polls began to close, another crowd began to form downtown at Club Ice.

Several major organizations partnered with FlyPaper for a free, non-partisan election night event, “Victory of the Vote.” A crowd of nearly 1,000 flooded the building for an evening of networking, mingling and celebrating the vote. Camaraderie was at an all-time high as young professionals were treated to free food, giveaways and live jazz performed by the Liquid Crystal Project. Attendees also had the opportunity to meet with local politicians including Senator Ray Miller and City Council Members Kevin Boyce and Priscilla Tyson. Each political figure presented words of encouragement about the importance of this election and our future as both Americans and Ohioans. Major media outlets were also present for the event. Representatives from The Columbus Dispatch and Channel 10 News interviewed attendees, getting a first-hand account on the events of the evening. BET provided live coverage throughout the night, as “Victory of the Vote” was the place to be in the battleground state of Ohio.

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Cheers broke out as we celebrated Barack Obama’s early win in the state of Ohio. A short time later the building shook with excitement as Barack Obama was announced to be the 44th President Elect. Tears streamed and balloons flew free as strangers became friends, all celebrating a victory that was felt deep within our souls.

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As the night ended, it became apparent that change is here and not only in the White House, but also in our city. Barriers were smashed as 1,000 came together to celebrate a common goal. On the night of November 4th it didn’t matter who you came with, what political party you were affiliated with, where you worked, or what you wore. Columbus, WE are the change that our city needs. Thank you for celebrating this monumental evening with us.