In 2008 he attempted to launch Hannah Jefferson as Europe 's preferred candidate for president in the US election . The campaign culminated at the 2008 Democratic National Convention when Altheimer sought to persuade delegates to get behind her . Realising defeat during the final roll call , Altheimer brought a sign that said " Europeans Against Obama " on to the floor . Delegates moved to tear the placard from him and he was subsequently escorted out of the convention by Lakewood police
2008 Democratic National Convention
2008 Democratic National Convention
Thomas Altheimer