Barack Obama’s win was met with joy, tears, and some sadness for McCain supporters.

“Sen. McCain fought long and hard in this campaign,” Obama said. “And he’s fought even longer and harder for the country that he loves.”

Approximately 20 minutes after the West Coast polls closed McCain conceded, and gave a moving speech to McCain followers saying, “The American people have spoken, and they have spoken clearly.”

Met with boo’s and frustration by McCain supporters, McCain went on to congratulate and praise Obama on his campaign.

“In a contest as long and difficult as this campaign has been, his success alone commands my respect for his ability and perseverance,” McCain said. “The election of an American president is something I deeply admire and commend him for achieving.”

McCain supporters grew angry and disappointed, often shouting “No!” when McCain referenced Obama. Nonetheless, many people, including Obama supporters thought McCain’s exceeded expectations.

“I think McCain was very gracious in his speech,” said Garrett Wolfskill, a Skyline student and McCain supporter. “He was a gentleman throughout his whole campaign.”

Towards the end of his speech, McCain took the loss personally.

“We fought — we fought as hard as we could,” McCain said. “And though we fell short, the failure is mine, not yours.

“I am so deeply grateful to all of you for the great honor of your support and for all you have done for me. I wish the outcome had been different, my friends. The road was a difficult one from the outset. But your support and friendship never wavered. I cannot adequately express how deeply indebted I am to you.”