As mentioned, Barack Obama’s visit to the downtown establishment The Raleigh Times has been well documented across the cultural spectrum. Bartender Jay Winfrey’s comments and surprise at his tip is now on TMZ, one of the largest gossip sites on the web. Also, a couple of videos are circulating around of Obama chatting up local voters at the bar.
Holy Schlitz - Obama’s a Big Tipper
Look closely at the picture below. Looks like Greg Hatem had the same idea as Obama. Waving to the passing crowds.
What a superstar ballot - Obama/Hatem 2008. Raleigh would never be the same again.
original photo by EarFarm