As for running one of the most successful campaigns in history, Barack Obama really impressed me. Not just by his sweeping and grand oratories or his always calm-and-collected demeanor under pressure -- certain aspects of how his campaign was run were equally impressive. For instance, the level of organization required to communicate a clear and concise message to all of the campaign's volunteers. Or, how well managed the donations to the campaign were. Better yet, they built a foundation of grassroots volunteerism that will be studied and followed for many years to come.