If you’re reading this now, chances are you’ve already heard dozens of pitches trying to get you to volunteer for the Obama campaign. If you’ve already volunteered - we thank you. This is a grassroots, “bottom-up” campaign, and your help is why we’ve been able to come this far. But, it’s not over yet.
Even if you’ve volunteered before - or if you’ve always wanted to help out but never had the time - today is the day! Since Barack announced his candidacy for president on May 2, 2007, everything we’ve done has been in preparation for today - which is why it’s so important to not give up now. We need your help! Sign up to help out today at a Campaign for Change Get out the vote location near you, the most important day of the election here.
Michigan! This is our moment; this is our time! Get out and vote - and then volunteer - and tonight, we’ll celebrate victory. Don’t delay, volunteer today!
John McCain's campaign has as recently as yesterday said that they believe that students won't turn out to vote. Today is our day to prove them wrong and show America that young voters do matter. Our opponent and the media believe that young voters won’t show up - that we don’t care about the election, and are too lazy, too unwilling, or too unmotivated to actually get out and vote.But today, we’ll prove them wrong.
Today is the day to turn the page on eight years of failed Bush policies that have seen our middle class shrink, economy worsen, and college move out of reach for more and more people. Today is the day to make your voice heard! What happens today will determine the direction we want our country to move in. Decades from now, your children will ask you what you did today. Do you want to be part of the moment that changed America - or do you want to stay home, and just hope for the best?
Our moment is now. Get out and vote - bring your roommate, your friends, anyone you can think of. After you vote, help us get out the vote on this critical day - sign up to help get out the vote on your campus today!
YOU'RE INVITED to theMichigan Democratic Party'sELECTION NIGHT EVENTat theDetroit Renaissance Center
Finish up canvass and phone bank shifts as the polls close and then join the Michigan Democratic Party to watch the election returns and celebrate the work we have done together to get out the vote for change.
Guests will include Governor Jennifer Granholm, Lt. Governor John Cherry, Senator Carl Levin, Senator Debbie Stabenow, Judge Diane Marie Hathaway, Speaker Andy Dillon, MDP Chair Mark Brewer.
REMINDER: if you are eligible, today (at 4 p.m.) is the last day to vote absentee in-person at your clerk's office. If you've requested your absentee ballot previously, it must be returned by mail or by hand to your local clerk's office by 8 p.m. on Tuesday. For more information, call 1-877-767-6424, or visit the State of Michigan's voter information page.
I know everyone is busy, has other things to do, has work, and is tired. But - there will be thousands of other days to work, thousands of other days to sleep, thousands of other days to run errands. This is our only day to make sure Barack Obama becomes president and if we win this election I truly believe each of those thousands of other days will be better. That is why I am asking you to take off Election Day and help ensure that we elect Barack Obama our next president. In twenty years you will not be thinking I sure am glad I slept those extra few hours or I am glad I saved my vacation or sick day. But I guarantee you that you will be proud for the rest of your life to have been part of the Obama Campaign on Election Day 2008. Let's win this thing.Josh
Tomorrow's the last day before Election Day, and our offices will be humming with activity. We hope you can join us at some of these events:
At 11:30 pm, on the eve of election day, Governor Jennifer M. Granholm, U.S. Senator Carl Levin, and Denise Ilitch, Candidate for University of Michigan Board of Regents will join students and supporters for a “Midnight Madness,” Get Out the Vote Rally for Barack Obama in Ann Arbor. The rally will also feature a musical performance by Ann Arbor’s own “My Dear Disco.” Join Governor Granholm, Senator Levin, and Denise Ilitch at 11:30 in the Michigan Union Ballroom for the event!
Also, Lt. Governor John Cherry will appear at several events tomorrow:
12:15 pm Meet and Greet with Lieutenant Governor John D. CherryCapitol Coney Island4021 Van Slyke RdFlint, MI 2:30 pm Plant Gate Meet and Greet with Lieutenant Governor John D. CherryTRW Automotive2328 E Genesee AveSaginaw, MI 3:30 pm Canvass Kick-Off with Lieutenant Governor John D. Cherry UAW Local 4672104 Farmer StSaginaw, MI
Stop in one of our sixty-plus offices tomorrow!
If you are elligible tomorrow is the deadline to vote absentee in-person at your local clerk's office.
If you've requested your absentee ballot previously, it must be returned by mail or by hand to your local clerk's office by 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
For more information, call 1-877-767-6424, or visit the State of Michigan's voter information page.
As of the time of this post, there are 54 hours left until the Michigan polls close in the most important election of our lifetime.
Can you spare a few hours to help us out in these last fifty-four hours? There's so much to do, and your work will make such an impact. Check out some of the ways you can help us out:
We have events going on all over the state tomorrow, and all 60+ of our Campaign for Change offices will be buzzing with activity - why not stop in to see what's going on? Whatever amount of time you're able to spend will make a difference on Election Day. This election is so important, for Michigan and for our future, so don't just sit on the sidelines!
Sunday, November 2nd, 2008 2:45pm Phone Bank with Lieutenant Governor John D. CherryAcross from Campaign for Change Office7 North SaginawPontiac, MI 4:00pm Canvass Kick-Off with Former Governor Jim Blanchard, Wayne County Sherriff Warren EvansCampaign for Change Office Headquarters2875 W. Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 4:00 pm Canvass Kick-Off with Michigan AFL-CIO President Mark Gaffney15031 Michigan AvenueE. Dearborn, MI 4:00pm Canvass Kick-Off with Governor Wayne State Paul Massaron, State Board of Education Vice President John AustinCWA Local 400917233 W. Ten Mile RoadSouthfield, MI4:00 pm Canvass Kick-Off with Lieutenant Governor John D. Cherry, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Mark Brewer Flint Campaign for Change Office 877 E. 5th Ave. Flint, MI 48503
4:00 pm Canvass Kick-Off with Michigan Change To Win President Phil ThompsonIBEW Local 6655205 S. Pennsylvania Ave.Lansing, MI 4:45 pm Phone Bank with Wayne State Governor Paul Massaron, State Board of Education Vice President John AustinSouthfield Campaign for Change Office18284 W. Ten Mile RoadSouthfield, MI 5:15pm Meet and Greet with Lieutenant Governor John D. CherrySaginaw Campaign for Change Office122 N. Michigan Ave.Saginaw, MI 48602 5:30 pm Bay City Democrats GOTV Dinner with Lt. Governor John D. Cherry, Congressman Bart Stupak, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Mark BrewerUAW Local 362 Hall4427 Wilder RoadBay City, MI
With three days until Election Day, we need your help! Just today, the Huron Tribune, a newspaper in one of the "reddest" areas of Michigan endorsed Barack, showing that our message is carrying through every corner of Michigan. While momentum continues to build here in Michigan and around the country behind Barack's message of change, it's no time to let up. This race is not over, and it's no time for complacency. We have over sixty offices open across Michigan - why not stop in today?
Obama, on the other hand, chose a running mate who complements him. Obama recognizes his lack of experience in foreign policy, and thoughtfully chose Joe Biden, who is a subject expert. Also, Obama has made a commitment to end the U.S. occupation in Iraq, a position that is clearly favored by the American people. With McCain, there seems to be no end in sight. While Obama has not been in Washington long and his inexperience is a weakness, he has shown the wisdom to seek advice from people who have knowledge and experience he can tap into. More than anything else, this country needs change — a change in politics and a change in the economy. We fear a McCain presidency would be too similar to the last eight years. Barack Obama has the leadership abilities and the drive to make a difference, and hopefully, change this country’s momentum. We endorse Barack Obama for President of the United States. Read the entire endorsement in the Huron Daily Tribune
Obama, on the other hand, chose a running mate who complements him. Obama recognizes his lack of experience in foreign policy, and thoughtfully chose Joe Biden, who is a subject expert.
Also, Obama has made a commitment to end the U.S. occupation in Iraq, a position that is clearly favored by the American people. With McCain, there seems to be no end in sight.
While Obama has not been in Washington long and his inexperience is a weakness, he has shown the wisdom to seek advice from people who have knowledge and experience he can tap into.
More than anything else, this country needs change — a change in politics and a change in the economy. We fear a McCain presidency would be too similar to the last eight years. Barack Obama has the leadership abilities and the drive to make a difference, and hopefully, change this country’s momentum.
We endorse Barack Obama for President of the United States. Read the entire endorsement in the Huron Daily Tribune
We have so many great events this weekend - if you're not able to make one, visit your local Campaign for Change office to get involved in this critical time!
Saturday, November 1st, 2008 9:30 AM March to the Polls with House Speaker Pro Tempore Mike SakGRIEU917 Bridge St NWGrand Rapids, MI 10:00 AM March to the Polls with US Senator Carl LevinWayne County Sheriff Warren EvansCampaign for Change Headquarters2875 W. Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 10:00 AM March to the Polls with State Representative Brenda Clack,Genesee County Treasurer Dan KildeeCWA Local 41031214 S. SaginawFlint, MI 10:00 AM March to the Polls with US Senator Debbie StabenowBread House Bethlehem Temple Church1518 S Washington AvenueLansing, MI 10:00 AM March to the Polls with State Senator Deb CherryRollhaven5315 S. Saginaw RdGrand Blanc, MI 10:00 AM GOTV Rally with the AFL-CIO,Michigan Senator Mark Schauer,Michigan Representative Mike Simpson,Michigan AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Tina Abbott ,Michigan Democratic Party Chair Mark Brewer,MSU Board of Trustee Member Diann Woodard,Steelworkers Local3700 Ann Arbor RdJackson, MI 11:30 AM March to the Polls with Michigan AFL-CIO President Mark GaffneyFormer House Minority Leader and Candidate for MSU Trustee Diane ByrumKalamazoo City Commissioner Don Cooney,Former Kalamazoo Mayor Bob JonesThe Star Building402 E. KalamazooKalamazoo, MI 12:00 PM Canvass Kick-Off with Governor Jennifer M. GranholmWestern Michigan UniversityKanley Chapel – Dialogue Centre1900 W Michigan AveKalamazoo, MI 12:45 PM Kalamazoo College Stop-By with Governor Jennifer M. GranholmFormer House Minority Leader and Candidate for MSU Trustee Diane ByrumHicks Center – Room 1101200 Academy StreetKalamazoo, MIPlease enter via Lovell St. 1:00 PM Canvass Kick-Off with US Senator Debbie StabenowLansing Campaign for Change Office505 N. Capitol Ave.Lansing, MI 1:00 PM Canvass Kick-Off with US Senator Carl LevinDetroit Campaign for Change Office Headquarters2875 W. Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 1:30 PM GOTV Phone Bank with Governor Jennifer M. Granholm,Former House Minority Leader and Candidate for MSU Trustee Diane Byrum617 W. Portage StKalamazoo, MI 2:00 PM Office Stop-By with Barbara Levin, Candidate for US Congress Gary PetersRochester Hills Campaign for Change Office6841 N. Rochester RoadRochester Hills, MI 4:00 PM Canvass Kick-Off with Former State Senator Diane ByrumCWA Local 41233530 Douglas Ave.Kalamazoo Township, MI, 4:00 PM Canvass Kick-Off with US Senator Carl and Barbara LevinWest Bloomfield Campaign for Change Office4123 Orchard Lake RdWest Bloomfield, MI Sunday, November 2nd, 2008 2:45 pm Phone Bank with Lieutenant Governor John D. CherryAcross from Campaign for Change Office7 North SaginawPontiac, MI 4:00 pm Canvass Kick-Off with Lieutenant Governor John D. CherryMichigan Democratic Party Chair Mark BrewerFlint Campaign for Change Office877 E. 5th Ave.Flint, MI 48503 4:00 pm Canvass Kick-Off with Michigan Change To Win President Phil ThompsonLansing Campaign For Change Office505 N. Capitol AveLansing, MI 4:00 PM Canvass Kick-Off with Former Governor Jim BlanchardWayne County Sheriff Warren EvansDetroit Campaign for Change Office Headquarters2875 W. Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 4:00 pm Canvass Kick-Off with Michigan AFL-CIO President Mark Gaffney15031 Michigan AvenueE. Dearborn, MI 5:15 pm Meet and Greet with Lieutenant Governor John D. CherrySaginaw Campaign for Change Office122 N. Michigan Ave.Saginaw, MI 48602 5:30 pm Bay City Democrats GOTV Dinner with Lieutenant Governor John D. CherryMichigan Senator Bart StupakMichigan Democratic Party Chair Mark BrewerUAW Local 362 Hall4427 Wilder RoadBay City, MI
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There are under 100 hours left until Election Day! Since it's Halloween, let's take a moment to think about the scariest news imaginable: waking up November 5, the day after the election, and realizing that if you had just done a little bit more, Barack could have won. Don't let that happen! Whether you can spend an hour, a day, or the next four days - we need your help.
Check out all the different ways to make a difference in your community below, and get involved!
For the last eight years, middle-class families in Michigan have struggled to stay afloat as the policies of the Bush administration added insult to the injury of the global economic changes that make Michigan's economy so vulnerable. Jobs have gone to Mexico and China, health care costs have exploded, and energy costs are straining family budgets to the breaking point. Eight years ago our federal budget had a surplus left behind by a Clinton administration that understood how America's economic strength came from the ground up, and the importance of creating opportunity for America's middle class. Since then, our federal surplus has been squandered, our global reputation has been diminished, and worst of all, too many Michigan families have seen the gains they were making a decade ago wiped out. Opportunity and a secure future have been replaced by economic insecurity that threatens to unravel our ability to care for our parents, put our children through college and plan for retirement.But next week we have the opportunity to end the era of profound irresponsibility in Washington DC that threatens our ability to achieve the American Dream. Every one of us has a chance to be part of the change we so desperately need by voting for Barack Obama. As President, Barack Obama will cut taxes for the middle class, provide every American family with a $1000 energy rebate and create millions of new jobs by investing in infrastructure and renewable energy. These are the kinds of good-paying American jobs that cannot be outsourced. And Barack Obama has made a clear commitment to Michigan jobs. He supports assistance to our struggling auto industry so that we can once again lead the world in the production of the next generation of fuel-efficient automobiles and he is committed to protecting and preserving our Great Lakes and the economic vitality that they create.Barack Obama is commited to changing government so that it is once again responsible and responsive enough to actually deal with our heath care crisis, deal with energy in a serious way, push through a more balanced tax program that benefits middle class families, stabilize the financial markets and responsibly end the war in Iraq that costs us ten billion dollars a month.But while November 4 presents us with a chance to finally move Michigan and our country in a positive direction, that change will not come easily. If we are complacent over the next few days then we will end up with John McCain, Sarah Palin and more of the same economic devastation. A vote for Barack Obama means that Michigan will finally have a partner in the White House who gets it, but we must earn that opportunity by making sure we mobilize our friends, neighbors and colleagues. As Senator Obama has so often said, this election is about us. We can create the change we need by working hard for the next week to elect Barack Obama, President of the United States.
