John McCain's Straight Talk Express stopped at the historic Golden Lamb restaurant in Lebanon, Ohio today, 9 September 2008. Some 10,000 supporters stood under gray, drizzly skies in a security line that stretched over four city blocks to hear the Republican candidates speak. The rally was free and open to the public.

Senator Barack Obama gave a speech at Stebbins High School in Riverside, Ohio today as well. However, attendance at the Democrat media event was by invitation only.

Photos are copyright 2008 by William P. "Mac" McMeans.