Barack the Merchandise

by VH1

President-elect Barack Obama will not only go down in history as the first African-American president (we’re still beaming), but also for his progressive marketing (including the works of artist Shepard Fairey) and online initiatives that have proven that you can be creative AND effective. Mindblowing!

And while the rest of the world is applauding our progressive decision, at home we’re patting our own backs for making history — and making products! Because it wasn’t just the Barack camp the got creative — Americans are nothing if not opportunistic. Here’s just a few of the ways Obama fans show their um, love — from the beautiful to the downright bizarre. — Evan G

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7. Ballers for Barack.
Obama was seen throughout his campaign shooting hoops - not to be confused with Palin's shooting moose. (Zing! Sorry, when's the expiration date on that joke?). He has even joked about replacing the White House's bowling alley with a basketball court. Say it with us "My president can beat your president in HORSE."

Bonus: Barack Rolled = Tee Hee

This Internet phenomenon just keeps on rick-rolling. And we just keep on laughing.