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Barack Speaks At AARP

By Standing Up for Change - Sep 12th, 2008 at 6:22 pm EDT

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Did anyone see this webcast of BO at the AARP convention. This is a must see video. He got a standing ovation and they will not let him go ! Please, watch it and share your comments.

AARP LINKl

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BO's prayer note at the wailing wall

By Standing Up for Change - Jul 25th, 2008 at 10:45 am EDT

Anyone seen this note about BO's prayer note that was published by an Israeli paper. Though this was meant to be private and "sacred" I think it is plus for BO. The prayer is reproduced below and the link
Lord,
Protect my family and me. Forgive me my sins and help me guard against pride and despair.
Give me the wisdom to do what is right and just.
And make me an instrument of your will.

http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/0708/Obamas_note.html?showall

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Religion and Politics - Any Comments?

By Standing Up for Change - May 27th, 2008 at 1:15 am EDT

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How Religion Influenced the Political Campaigns of 2000 My research into records of the past 50 years regarding religious expressions of political candidates and Presidents indicate that America have a history of high regard for religion which, without any doubt, have influenced almost every policy within the culture. The inscription of the caption "In God We Trust" on every dollar bill of the country is evident of this fact. However the use of religion in the past two elections has been very strong. This integration of religion and politics has reached a point that it has become a public concern as to where to draw the line between religion and politics. The need to redefine what separation of church and state means is becoming more evident. Personally, I feel that it is good for each political candidate to declare publicly his or her religious convictions and how that may or may not influence his political concerns and decisions. However, I do not agree with those who will like to run the government as a theocracy for it fosters religious discrimination as we see it practiced in most Muslim countries. In order to promote discretion, honesty and morality within political circles, my view is for people of faith to seek those offices where their personal lifestyles can help influence the moral fiber of the whole nation.

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A Grassroot Supporter's View on Obama's Healthcare Plan

By Standing Up for Change - Feb 7th, 2008 at 2:38 pm EST

Check out this link on a young supporter's view about Obama's Healthcare Plan and how it is far better than HRC's. We need to circulate this to all HRC's supporters and the undecideds.

The Democratic Debate - The Best Healthcare Plan

Please, please, please, check this out, we must get this important info out there on all the papers, the media, etc.

MUST SEE LINK !!!

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What is in a name

By Standing Up for Change - Feb 1st, 2008 at 1:22 pm EST

I was speaking to a lady today about the primaries and she mentioned that She was supporting Hillary Clinton until the smearing tactics begun. She then begun to rethink her support for Hillary.

She admitted she admires Barak Obama and his policies but she couldnt relate to his name - his name was putting her off. So she started to think of the republicans, and it looked like Hukabee was appealling to her because of his ethics however, she was again put off by his support for the Iraq war. And yet she couldnt bring herself to support Obama because of his name even though she likes the inspiration and hope that he brings; and his policies which are very similar to Clinton's. She added though that, Hillary seems to have cooled down now. So what to do? Confused!

I then decided to explain to her what Barak means: Barak is a swahili word for Blessed. In fact it is such a powerful word in Africa that several tribes use it in greetings of honor and respect. Others use it in a way that could mean "thank you" in English for acts of kindness.

Barak is similar to a biblical term "Beracah" meaning the valley of blessing.

After sharing this with her, She, decided she is taking her whole family to vote for BO come superTuesday.

I wonder though, how many people out there, admire BO and his policies and would have voted for him but for his name?

Go OBAMA

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