Obama's run to the white house a historic stride. But his influence extends beyond the political arena into the African American community and right here in the Lowcountry.

People we spoke with say his campaign captivated so many. Tonight's official party nomination proof to some that there are no race barriers that can't be broken.

His push for the Presidency started in his home state of Illinois. But the impact felt across the county, in every community. Obama made a stop earlier this year at North Charleston high school, just before the South Carolina primary. For some, the change was obvious.

"I have seen a great impact on the young youth because they are carrying themselves in a different way," said Mario Drayton.

Drayton is a football coach for local kids. They may not be old enough to vote, but the first African American to head the democrat ticket, catching the attention of his players.

"Some are even wearing his T-shirts," said Drayton.

Fellow coach Oscar Fordham is 80 years old. He say's Obama run is changing the African American community, encouraging young adults to vote, and providing a ray of hope for the older generation.

"I never thought it would happen, but it did and it is going to happen," said Fordham.

Obama's rise serving an example to young African Americans, anything is possible, in politics and in life. But this historic run is not complete u ntil the ballots are cast come November. Those we spoke with say, the biggest impact Obama has had, is simply getting people to talking.

The Obama campaign vows to make a serious run in South Carolina, a state with a history of Republican victories.

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