African opinion of the United States is being transformed by Barack Obama's candidacy for president, but sentiment among Tanzinians about the son of a Kenyan native is complex and falls far short of unanimous support.

Citizens of this east African country, which borders Kenya, are keenly aware of Mr. Obama, a Democrat from Illinois.

There is support for Mr. Obama here. During Mr. Bush's trip to the northern city of Arusha today, a handful of Tanzinians were spotted at the airport waving 'Obama '08 ' signs.

But several who spoke with The Washington Times over the last two days did not back Mr. Obama. Some said they like Mr. Obama's Democratic opponent, Hillary Clinton, while others said they had not decided who they are for.

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