In the beginning of a change, the patriot is a scarce man, and brave, and hated and scorned. When his cause succeeds, the timid join him, for then it costs nothing to be a patriot. ~Mark Twain~

President Obama's First 100 days!

Bigskygirl — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 02:51:25 EDT

I am inviting you all to chime in tomorrow night at 5:00pm Pacific Coast time, 7:00pm Central, and 8:00pm Eastern. You can blog, tweet, or even call in. CNN has been pretty good about airing twitters, but I am not certain, who the M.C. is going to be. I have twitter Address' for Larry King, Don Lemon, & Anderson Cooper, so far. The Tea-Baggers, will be out in force, but guess what, we out number them, and I am thinking, we are on our computers more! The Inter-Net, the new "Power-Tool!!!!"

My goal is to break records, of the most participation, in one of these events, ever! If even half of the people that voted for him, called, twittered, or blogged, we could literally blow up their circuit boards, now THAT would be news.

If you'd like to follow me, tomorrow evening, I am @bigskygirl

Be there or be square! Obama will be speaking directly after. Let's show our new POTUS how proud we are!

N.Mc.

"This Is An Outrage!"

Bigskygirl — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 16:04:12 EDT

If I lived closer to Arizona, I would start a protest to this? Utter disrespect, and I am surprised, because didn't we "WIN" Arizona? Anyway, I wish I could ask our current administration, to use their contact list, and ask that every single resident, voter, student, donor, anyone remotely associated with the State Of Arizona, to write to your Managing Editors, of local News Papers, contact Orgs, that donate money, send out E-Mails to other Obama supporters about this.

Whatever your heart tell you to do.

My understanding is that it is not O.K. to trash the standing President, especially in times of War, because you will also be disrespecting our troops. I didn't care for Bush, but never went on a rampage, because of this little understood proticol. Why has everything changed, in regarding RESPECT, when it comes to our new Prez.

Please read, and do what you wish, with this info.

http://www.facebook.com/ext/share.php?sid=83121442645&h=frt3O&u=1MNMr&ref=mf

N.Mc.

"My Videos"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 20:43:23 EST

I wanted to share my Videos, of my travels with Obama. It will be fun for me, to have them, to look back to, when the memory of this amazing, exciting, election, may try to fade. It will be awhile!

Enjoy. Leave comments, if you'd like, and rate them too!

http://www.youtube.com/my_videos

BSG ;-)

"We Did It!" "Yabba-Dabba-Do!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 20:36:52 EST

I'm sorry we couldn't turn Montana for you all, but boy, did we try! The win, was overwhelming, and a little hard to believe! I bauled like a baby!

I'm going to *MISS* you guys, it's been such an exciting time for our country, and what a "GREAT" outcome!

So send me a note from time to time, and stay in touch, O.K? O.K.

bigskygirl2001@gmail.com

BSG ;-)

"And More GOOD News!"

Bigskygirl — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:38:35 EDT

Oh Yeah, Oh Yeah, Oh Yeah!!!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20081005/ts_alt_afp/usvote1monthinternetmedia

"This Is Some Seriously Good News!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:28:19 EDT

http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20081001/ts_afp/usvote

See you at "The Pour House" for the Biden/Palin Debate Watching Party!

BSG

Why Obama Campaign Needs The BIG $$$$

Bigskygirl — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 14:12:17 EDT

http://news.yahoo.com/s/politico/20080924/pl_politico/13781;_ylt=AspTUbBkCPQlf4vmBDL7S6ph24cA

Please consider donating to my person fundraising page. All the money goes directly to Chicago, and I have full faith, they know exactly, the best way to spend it!

http://my.barackobama.com/page/outreach/view/main/Bigskygirl

BSG

"We Need You!"

Bigskygirl — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 16:53:16 EDT

I have taken up the job of providing food for the volunteers, staffers, and potential out-of-state volunteers, who may come to GOTV, for the last couple weeks of this election. Basically it is to provide one square meal for 15-20 people, just for one day, at our "Obama General Election Headquarters Office" in Bozeman. If my plan works, this is what will happen.

I am trying to build a new list, of "Obama Food Peeps" and if I get 30 (I already have 17 new) I only need to request for them to cover ONE day, from Oct 1st through Nov 3, and then....we CELEBRATE! But not before we win! Now, the race is dangerously close, One point or less, in the battleground states. 1 point or 2, overall. So, if you decide to sign up with me, as a new "Obama Food Peep" perhaps, while you are in the office, you can make a few phone calls, or do some canvassing, which they are really pushing for now.

This election is up to you, and I don't just mean your vote. Your enthusiam....shared...your time, just a little, whatever you can spare. And if you are a good cook, the kind of person that people always enjoy seeing at a local Pot-Luck? Let that be your contribution.

The way I feel is that, it is not an option, for our opponent to win! So, let's get this done!

Either send me a private message, with your E-Mail Addy, and or your Phone number, or call me, and leave me a message on my cell phone.

Thank You For Your Consideration!

BSG (406)581-3907

"Powerful Women's Groups Endorse Obama!"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 19:58:03 EDT

You GO girls! I knew we were smarter than the McCain campaign suspected!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080916/ts_alt_afp/usvotewomen

BSG

"A Tremendous Advantage!"

Bigskygirl — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:00:42 EDT

Some good news. Much needed, I suspect. "The Palin Effect" still seems to hold us one point away from McCain! CRAZY-MAKING! But, here is some good news, and I suspect there wil be a BIG surprise, for our opponents, on November 4th!

I've not been posting much, because my new motto, is "Every Waking Moment" how can I help the campaign, in the most efficient, and expediant way! Stay tuned for Fundraisers, bridging from Dinner-Parties, Watch-Parties, possibly even a "Hot-Air-Balloon" Ride, all proceeds, going to the campaign (and hopefully adorned with Obama signs!)

http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080915/lf_afp/usvoteinternetfacebookmyspaceyoutube

BSG

"Finally Published....But!"

Bigskygirl — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:07:57 EDT

They changed my title to make me look like a dreamy-eyed, star-struck fan, from "My Badge Of Honor" to "Spell Bound By Barack Obama!" Oh well! The other treat is, there is not a paper to be found, in Bozeman (if you can find one, please save one for me!) because Sarah Palin's Picture is plastered all across the Front page!

Who is Sarah Palin, oh well, I will try to tell you quickly, she is McCain's new V.P pick, a Woman, mother of five, gun slingin' moose eatin' ariel serial slayer of Wolves, against stem cell research, anti abortion, even in cases of raper & incest, pork-barrel spendin' (750 million for her state alone!) Against sex education in schools, (that worked well for her pregnant teen-age daughter?) Was for the "Bridge To Nowhere" before she was 'against' it! Has been a governer for less than two years, in a State that is less populated than Montana (per capita) Oh, and her foreign affairs qualifications, Alaska is geographically located, the closest to Russia??? Say What???? Was major to a town of 9,000 people! WOOWHOOOO!!!!

What frightens me, is that people (mostly women of course) are lapping her up, like a hungry puppy! I thought his choice was "SO" transparent, he was in a *pinch* afraid of losing, and viola, Sarah Palin, is his answer!

The reason I want a paper, is for my 88 year-old Step-Father who is the oriiginal Obamacin, he does not, and will never have, a computer. He and my dear Mother, sent me to "Invesco Field" and I owe him this, at the very least.

Disingenuos, is the only word that keeps popping in my mind, for their ticket, completely insincere, and spewing lies, about our candidate!

This gal is a better writer than I! Check it out! Funny too!

http://in.rediff.com/news/2008/sep/04guest.htm

And McCain & Palin, the agents of CHANGE? Please!

http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/up/player/popup/?rn=3906861&cl=9602920&ch=4226716&src=news

BSG

"I'm Just Sayin'...............................

Bigskygirl — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 23:52:53 EDT

She 'sounded' really good, but.......

http://news.yahoo.com/s/huffpost/20080903/cm_huffpost/123582

Buyer, Beware!

And "THE FACTS!" Thank You, JIM KUHNHENN, Associated Press Writer, you are FAST!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080904/ap_on_el_pr/cvn_fact_check

BSG

"You Go....George!"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 14:16:26 EDT

I didn't see this one coming, but I am happy for it, and Thank-You George Clooney, you rock!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080902/pl_nm/usa_politics_clooney_dc

BSG

"Invesco Field......WOW!"

Bigskygirl — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 12:20:56 EDT

Here is my "Letter To The Editor" It started out about twice a long, but they have a 300 word-count-maximum! Imagine!

“My Badge Of Honor!”

My journey started around February 1st 2008, in the privacy of my own home. I became very interested in the Barack Obama campaign, and began by making phone calls, starting a “My Barack Obama Blog” joining groups, and making friends, all across this Nation. I then found myself in Austin Texas, working the Texas Primary. I helped to open both Offices in Bozeman, for our Primary, and then a new Office, for our General election.

And then the most amazing thing happened. I was chosen as one of the extremely lucky few, to get one of those coveted tickets, to attend Barack Obama’s acceptance speech, in Denver @ “Invesco Field!” I couldn't afford the travel expenses, but, as it turned out, I was to go, compliments of my dear sweet Mother (84) and her husband, the original "Obamacin!" (A life long Republican, now a huge Obama supporter, he is 88!)

It was spell-binding, exciting, thought provoking, moving! It made you weep, and laugh-out-loud, and feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude & pride! Grateful that this man, with a much more unlikely journey than I, came along at the right time, with all the right qualities, and has the vision, and the courage, and given the chance, will turn this Nation around. Renew our World-Wide respect, heal our weakened economy, create a fair and comprehensive healthcare system. End our seemingly endless dependency on foreign oil, and carefully end, the war in Iraq.

As I un-pack, and try to rest, after my most recent, unlikely journey, to “Invesco Field” I find myself in awe. Sometimes the stars line up just right, and then……it is magic.

"The Auto Worker's Union.......

Bigskygirl — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:34:17 EDT

Endorses Obama! This can't hurt! WOOWOOOOO!!!!!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080819/ap_on_el_pr/uaw_obama

BSG

"Hi Denver!"

Bigskygirl — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:35:33 EDT

I just recently found out, I am coming to The Convention! Well, more presicely, I am coming to "Invesco Field" for Barack's Acceptence Speech! I got one of ths coveted *Free* tickets that they saved for exceptional volunteers, I feel like I won the lottery!

Anyway, I had to *Hussle* to find a Hotel Room, Rental Car, and Flight, but I managed to do it all!

I rented a Suite, just "9" miles from "Invesco Field" @ "The Holiday Inn Express" in Wheat Ridge. I was amazed it was available (luck, God, not sure!) but it is rather expensive, as you could imagine. I am paying over $400.00 just for the two nights, so would like to share it, but so far, just me!

I am also looking for a convienent Obama Headquarters, so I can pop in, and don't know my way around Denver "AT ALL" so if someone could give me a contact number, and address, that would be GREAT!

Here is my contact info:

bigskygirl2001@gmail.com

(406) 581-3907 Cell. It will wrk in Colorado as well!

"Here We Go.....Montana!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 23:18:41 EDT

I KNEW this was coming, and will be our biggest challenge, so much so, that I carry around any & all info, talking-points, I can find on where Barack actually stands on "The Second Amendment" I encourage you all to be open to talk about it, discuss it at length, and press the point that Barack is a "Constitutional Law Professor!" He could quote The Constitution, in his sleep! He was also a "Civill Rights Attorney!" He is not taking ANYTHING away!

I am certain there will be more talking-points available, in th months to come. I would encourage you ALL to print them out, carry them with you everywhere, and open a dialoge. If I was living in San Francisco, (where I am from) this would obviously not be the issue, but it is here, it sure will be here!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080814/ap_on_el_pr/obama_guns

WE CAN DO THIS!!!

BSG

"I Am......Going To Denver!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 22:15:27 EDT

*Pinch Me!* I have a Rental Car, that two day stay in "The Holiday Inn Express" Only ten miles from the event...My flight booked, and a 'free' ticket to "Invesco Field" on August 28th! I am BEYOND....excited! Please keep in mind, I have room for three more peeps, in my Hotel Suite!

I wish I could bring you all! My *Mission* is to g soak it all in, take lots of pictures, and come home, and share! I can do that!

WOOOOWHOOOOO!!!!

BSG

"I Got A Suite!"

Bigskygirl — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 14:06:12 EDT

Only ten miles from the stadium, in Denver! I booked it for the night before Barack's Speech, August 27th, and that night, and then to return home, on August 29th.

It is too much room for me, holds up to four people, and is $212.02 per night, but I thought I should 'grab' it! I don't even know if I have a ticket yet, but am acting as if!!! And feel that my chances are good! My headquarters put in a good word for me!

If I DONT get a ticket to the rally, I want to save, and make available this reservation, for anyone going to the rally in Denver, but can not find a Hotel Room! The closest one I could find was 47 miles away, until this one opened up, unexpectingly!

So, let me know, if: A)You have a ticket, and no place to stay, or B) Want to take the entire reservation over, I think we could do it on a conference call.

I am a Prefered Club Member,"Holiday Inn Express" and have AAA, so my cost is $212.02. per night. She assured me that they have raised their rates for the convention!

BSG

(406) 581-3907

"YEAH!!!!.....Let's Go....Montana!!!!

Bigskygirl — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 23:37:19 EDT

...Like we were, in the Primary...IMPORTANT! Meet with your neighbors, throw a B.B.Q. Wear Barack Obama Gear...EVERYWHERE! Come join us for our first "HOPE FLOATS!" on August 10th, 2:00pm, a week from today, at the "Head Waters" drop off, on "The Magnificent Madison River!"

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080804/ap_on_el_pr/campaign_new_battlegrounds

We are going to decorate our vehicles, & boats, and take advantage of the opportunity, of the hundreds of people that converge there, every Week-End...ALL summer, to Beat-The-Heat! It is rather a 'right of passage' in "Gallatin Valley" to float the Madison, for about nine miles. The drop in is called "Head Waters" the get out is called "Black's Ford"

I have what looks like Back-Stage-Passes, of Barack, in that cool "HOPE" Poster, that hang around your neck, with the words "Hope Floats" on top, for volunteers, that want to actually sign up voters, or early and absentee apps.

I even found bubbles today, (probably left over from The Fourth Of July) in Red, White, and Blue Bottles, with the American Flag perched on top!

For more info call me or check out more details under my 'events'

BSG (406) 581-3907

"And....We Have An Office!!!.....WOOOWHOO!!!!

Bigskygirl — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:20:16 EDT

We were not sure, if we would actually have an "Obama Office" for the General Election, but we will! There are only approx 35,000 peeps here, so I wasn't sure if we would. I guess he liked us!!

Here is the location, and the opening date, if you haven't already heard.

After an extensive search, our new staffers were able to locate new office space at 19 N. 10th Avenue (the old DMV building between Safeway and On The Rise). In Bozeman, Montana. They will be having their Official Opening on July 23rd, between 5:00pm-8:00pm.

Hope to see and or meet you there! I'll also be working "The Gallatin County Fair/Obama/Demo/Booth, on Saturday July 19th from 3:00pm-7:00pm, stop on by there too!

BSG

CNN-Sunday July 13th 2008

Bigskygirl — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 14:11:39 EDT

Tomorrow, July 13th, at 1:00pm, Eastern Standard, and 11:00am Mt. Time, Barack will be interviewed by Fareed Zakaria, on CNN. Please do not ask me how to spell that again!It is on Channel #32, if you have Cable, here in Bozeman.

I was digging through my DVR pre-recorded T.V. lisitings today, and am delighted to find that "The July Fourth Celebration" here in Butte, was recorded, much by accident! You can imagine my surprise, that while visiting my Mother in California, I find that Barack and his family were celebrating in....Butte, Montana! I have not checked the local news stations, but "DAUH" that was "BIG" news!!!

I liked the way Barack tried to break it to his daughter (now 10) that the Fire Works Display, was not put on, just for her! LOL!

I was able to find a 'meeting' in a park, in Sunnyvale, California, of Barack Obama Supporters (Questa Park) on June 28th. Wouldn't you know that I met a daughter, of a close friend of my Mom & Step-Fathers??!!

I think you could imagine how Obama-Friendly California is, including Palo Alto, where Stanford University is!!!

See you at "The County Fair!" I'll be working The Obama Booth!

BSG

"I Want To Go!"

Bigskygirl — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 18:50:53 EDT

Any ideas???

BSG

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080707/ap_on_el_pr/democratic_convention

"Unity New Hampshire!"

Bigskygirl — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 15:36:30 EDT

AWESOME! Well done, well done!!!! Congrats Barack & Hillary, well done!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A1nmpoQaTMA&feature=user

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRQjTWmw0OM

I missed it 'live' but caught up with it on my computer. Thanks to www.BarackObamadot.com

My parents don't have cable! EKKKKKK!!!! I'm in California visiting & caring for my Mom!

BSG

"Wooowhoooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Bigskygirl — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 23:55:24 EDT

Now We're Talkin'

http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080621/ts_alt_afp/usvotepoll

BSG

"Just Lay Back And Enjoy It!?!?"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:17:52 EDT

Auh, this ought to help McCain woo all of those Women voters, from Hillary, whadda you think?

http://www.politico.com/blogs/jonathanmartin/0608/Clayton_Williams_cont.html

Question: If cream always rises to the top, what drops to the bottom?

BSG

"The Numbers!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 20:40:06 EDT

You gotta like these! It's barely been one week, since he won the nomination! Wooowhooo, we are going to "The White House!"

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080612/ap_on_el_pr/poll2008_national

BSG

"I Am Going To Take A Little Break....

Bigskygirl — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 02:10:04 EDT

I hope everyone can! I know our candidate wont. I am looking forward to seeing what Hillary will say tomorrow morning! My Mother has been very patient, and has taken second billing, to Obama, for the last four months, so I booked my flight today. I will be gone from June 21st, until July 6th, and will celebrate my Birthday & "The Fourth Of July" with family & friends. Boy, does it feel good to be leaving after our big win!

No worries, just as soon as I get back, I will be moving forward, towards the General Election! Because of where I live, I will focus on roundng up Sports Men & Women, and holding some events, and hopefully documentng them, by photos, articles, and or videos, and handing them over to a communication director, for Montana. We still need to get the Hunters & Fishermen & Women, into the fold. I have asked a staffer for Barack's talking-points on the second ammendment, which I feel will be our biggest challenge in Montana. If anyone has access to them, could you send me a link, or just copy & paste, here?

"Job well done" doesn't even begin to describe how proud I am of everyone!

We elected 26 delegates from our county alone, on Thursday (13 pledged, and 13 alternates) they will go to Helena this Sunday. so that felt good.

I will have my Lap-Top with me, so will check in occassionally!

"WE DONE GOOD!"

BSG

"OHMYGOD!!!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 03:56:31 EDT

We did it!!! Some one *Pinch* me!!! I was only 10-15 minutes late to the 'party' because I pounded pavement all day, and didn't have time to go home, or have a shower, so just went to "The Gap" and said "DRESS ME!" I went to 12 Polling Stations, to check out voter turn-out, got lost, but what a BEAUTIFUL Drive! When I got to our party, he had already won, before either South Dakota, or Montana was in? Montana has still not come in, 100%, but it does not matter!!!!

We Won! We Won! Happy, Happy, Joy, Joy! Someone *Pinch* me, and then...please...make me sleep!

BSG

I will be more 'prolific' tomorrow, I am wired & burnt, at the same time, and can't even imagine how he feels???? I also have a darling over-night guest. She is originally from China, is all of "18" and is headng up the Livingston Office, and if I could formally adopt her, I would!

"WE ARE GOING TO BRING IT HOME!"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 10:16:31 EDT

For you AMERICA! How exciting is this. Who would have thunk, that the most exciting, and promising election in my lifetime, would just happen to come to a close & a win, in a little town called Bozeman, Montana! I have lived all over the world, and grew up within a stones throw of San Francisco, and now find myself working hard for who I believe to be the best candidate we have ever had, and t looks like he is going to win the Primary! WOW!

So this morning I am calling, calling calling, for three hours, and then while I am out, pounding pavement, and getting party supplies, everyone in my path, (nothing new there! HA) will be asked if they have voted, and I will give them a ride, if they need one!

It's all been an honor!

OBAMA 08!

P.S. If anyone can explain to me how to embed a photo, I will have plenty from our Party-Headquarters office, and would LOVE to share them with you!

"Puerto Rico???"

Bigskygirl — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 11:22:04 EDT

Can someone explain to me why Puerto Rico, can vote in the Primary, but not in The General? It makes no sense to me, at all??? And can yoo spell desperation? Clinton needs Two Million Votes today, to save her....ha..ha...hum...Hind-End!

We are going to go get the rest of these voters out to actually vote. A staffer from New York City, said that all that was left, was 'up in them hills' or something to that affect! HA! Guess we'll take the four-wheel-drive & a HAT!

We are hoping to get that double-digit lead up to the 20's-or 30's! Wish us luck!

BSG

"My Mamma, Taught Me!!!!"

Bigskygirl — Sat, 31 May 2008 20:50:25 EDT

I've ALWAYS like that Donna Brazile!!! YOU GO GIRL! Boy, I wish I knew how to embed photos or videos here, because this one sums it all up! "My Mamma Taught Me!!!" Auh Huh!!!!!

"All Delegates Now Seated!"

Bigskygirl — Sat, 31 May 2008 19:32:57 EDT

In Florida & Michigan!!! But only respresnting 1/2 vote only, what a long day it was, and I wasn't even there! I think the Clinton Campaign, owes Barack Obama a Thank-You for being such a gentleman! Hi-Jacked Votes???

Well, a Man with the last name of "ICKY" that says the word A$$, three times, on day-time T.V. Has "0" respect from me. Do the math. Now they are threatening to take it all the way to the convention...even if Barack makes it to the "NEW" finish line??? They want a "UNITED" party? My A$$!!!!!!

BSG

"This One's For You!"

Bigskygirl — Sat, 24 May 2008 20:21:59 EDT

Good job! A very, very, very, amazing, smart, driven, good job!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080524/ap_on_el_pr/obama_s_team

BSG

"I Am Sorry.....

Bigskygirl — Sat, 24 May 2008 03:50:36 EDT

....I know I am not suppose to say anything 'negative' about Hillary, but OHMYGOD??? How dare she! She using the 'brutal' murder of Robert Kennedy, in her favor, to possibly insinuate that "You never know, what may happen???" OHMYGOD!?!?!?

She is TOAST, and if she isn't, I have lost all faith in the Majority of the American People's, Understanding, Decernment, on, and on, and on, I could go!

OHMYGOD!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080524/pl_nm/usa_politics_clinton_dc_4

BSG

"Obama Food!"

Bigskygirl — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:28:53 EDT

I've taken on the task, to feed our Out-Of-State, and in State, Volunteers, over the next 12 days! I have a schedule spread-sheet laid-out, in Google Docs. If you would like to participate, in either donating or making food, and or being a runner (taking food from restaurant, or home, to headquarters) please let me know, in a message here.

Please leave me a contact E-Mail, and Phone Number as well, in a private message, here. I know how hard these guys & gals work. I have done it, and there is little sleep, or eating to be had for the next twelve days! We are in the home-stretch! JUNE 3rd, Montana's Primary! Let's show them, and Barack our support, by participating in this! Which gives me an idea. I will list it as an "EVENT!"

"GO OBAMA!"

BSG

"Our Rally Was Great!"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 20 May 2008 02:57:18 EDT

I am still digesting it, entering E-Mails, and collecting phone numbers. We got our baby *Kissed* check, and I was able to help Margo K. find her group. CNN is covering it better than our local news. What else is new! Michael Keaton was a surprise guest-speaker, and an Obama Supporter. Iheard the Governer was there too, but didn't see him. It seems allot of people knew me, so I guess I am not as 'invisable' as I thought? I did get V.I.P tickets, which was GREAT!

I am working on a "Obama Comes To Bozeman" on-line Album, and once it is done, will share it with you all!

Thank You Kristin! I am so glad you got that acknowledement from Barack,, for all your hard work!

Liz, what a *Champ* you were on stage. Like you have been doing it since you were born! Aces!

I met staffers Howie, and Jules, both amazing, traveling, smart, driven, & brave, young adults!

BSG

75,000 Peeps in Oregon?

Bigskygirl — Sun, 18 May 2008 19:03:11 EDT

You go Oregon! You may get our candidate onto the Ballot! We get him tomorrow, can't wait! I keep thinking it can't get bigger, and better, but it always does! Looks like a GREAT time, was had by all!

Thank You Oregon!

BSG

"I Got My Ticket! Ta Da!"

Bigskygirl — Fri, 16 May 2008 17:14:48 EDT

I KNEW Obama would come to Bozeman! If it makes anyone feel any better (if you couldn't) I had a heads up, late last night, decided to go 'early' and still had to wait in line for two hours. So cool, it is only one mile away! I am going to take my friend with her baby. We already drove 410 miles together, shared gas, and hotel, to try to get her Six-Month-Old baby *kissed* by Obama, we failed, but she did make it onto the front page of "The Missoulian!" This time I am determined. We will get that baby her *Kiss!*

Wooohoooo! Oh, I already got some GREAT pic's of hundreds of people, wrapped around an entire City Block (ours are LONG!) Does anyone know how to post a 'pic' here? I did once or twice, but have forgotten how I did it! "DAUH!"

I'm "Building For Obama" with "Habitat For Humanity" tomorrow afternoon. Should be a good photo-op as well!

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"EDWARDS ENDORSES OBAMA!!!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 14 May 2008 19:40:33 EDT

This is "HUGE!" He is probably vying for Vice, and may be a good one, but I think Barack get's his 19 Delegates? Wooohooooo!!!!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080514/ap_on_el_pr/obama_edwards

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I am organizing a "BIG" "Fishing For Obama" event. I have my boats & guides, all lined up. As it takes shape, I will keep you all posted! ;-)

"YES!"

Bigskygirl — Mon, 12 May 2008 20:35:38 EDT

I just purchased an Obama Fleece & Hat, even though they are back-ordered. I decided it was a 'leap' of faith, act as if...then, I saw this! "YES!!!!"

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080513/ap_on_el_ge/delegate_math

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"Damaging Surrogates?"

Bigskygirl — Sun, 11 May 2008 19:05:37 EDT

Ya think? I can not believe this isn't plastered all over the news! I saw it out of the corner of my eye, and then had to really "DIG" to find it! McCain's Convention Manager has stepped down, because of unsavory dealinga with leaders in Myanmar! Especially since Myanmar is smack-dab in the middle of such a horrible, horrible tragedy!

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/11/us/politics/11mccain.html?ref=politics

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"Perhaps it was his blend...................

Bigskygirl — Sat, 10 May 2008 12:35:33 EDT

... of Oratory, Biography, Optimism, and his Cool Confindence............

Great Article! E-Mail it to any friends you have that may ne 'undecided' it says it all!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080510/ap_on_el_pr/obama_odyssey

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"And The Winner Is!"

Bigskygirl — Thu, 08 May 2008 19:35:17 EDT

Check out today's Time's Magazine Cover, so COOL! I am trying to find hard-copy, and it is not here yet!

http://www.time.com/time/covers/0,16641,20080519,00.html

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"CNN QUICK VOTE!"

Bigskygirl — Thu, 08 May 2008 09:45:11 EDT

Lately I have been hearing that CNN is biased, and maybe so (not nearly as bad as Fox News!) But right this moment, on the morning show, they are airing a "Quick Vote" "Should Hillary Drop Out Of The Race" it really is "QUICK" takes a nano-second, and it it already ~69% YES 31% NO!~It is now ~70%-30%~ Hehehehe! Thanks for voting!

Please take advantage of this FREE advertising! The numbers don't lie!

http://www.cnn.com/CNN/Programs/american.morning/

Also, Barack will be on CNN's "The Situation Room" with Wolf Blitzer, today at 2:00pm Mountain Time, and 4:00pm Eastern Time. I am recording it. We are "Biking For Obama" to early vote today!

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"Buh-Bye!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 07 May 2008 19:36:51 EDT

I know she wont, even after every single commentator, and many of her friends, and even Superdelagates, have advised her to, but....let's just say that 'grace' is not in her vocabulary!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/bloomberg/20080507/pl_bloomberg/agxvsmob5bmk

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"THANK-YOU NORTH CAROLINA!!!!~"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 07 May 2008 01:28:48 EDT

For all your hard work! For all of your volunteers, for all of your early voters, what ever you did, I can only hope we can duplicate it, in Montana! I have been watching the returns for 8 hours, and FINALLY Indiana came in. I left a poll watching party early, because it-did-not-look-good! Of course, I was hoping (really hard!) that we would win both States, but lost by so little, it just doesn't matter, but I hate for Hillary to have any bragging rights. I am soooooo over it!

Anyway, Thanks so much for making my Night, my Week my Month! Wooowhoooo. If you want to share any secrets for success, please, let us know!

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"Tom Hanks Endorses Obama!"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 06 May 2008 04:05:57 EDT

Tom Hanks announces support for Obama
   NEW YORK — Tom Hanks is supporting presidential hopeful Barack Obama.
   Hanks has taken to his MySpace .com page to pledge his support for Obama, who is competing to be the first black president. Obama, who faces rival Hillary Rodham Clinton for the Democratic nomination, has also been endorsed by Oprah Winfrey, Bruce Springsteen and Scarlett Johansson.
   “As an official celebrity, I know my endorsement has just made your mind up for you,” the 51-year-old actor says in a short video titled, “Beware: Celebrity Endorsement.”
   “History with a capital ‘H’ is going to be made this November, no matter who the president-elect is. I want Barack Obama to be president of this country, a country that once said people with his skin color were only three-fifths of a human being.”
   Hanks, who won Oscars for his roles in “Forrest Gump” and “Philadelphia,” explains his decision: “It’s because of his character and vision, and the high road he has taken during this campaign. He has the integrity and the inspiration to unify us, as did FDR and Harry Truman and John F. Kennedy and even Ronald Reagan when they ran for the job.”

And the "BIG" news is that I subscribed to our local paper for one month (Electronic Paper!) to try to keep up, and see if they EVER print anything favorable about our candidate? So far no can do!

Also, did you catch the Rally in Indiana tonight? I was busy watching for it on CNN, and it was on C-Span. I finally was able to record most of it. It was spectacular, of course 20,000 peeps in attendance, does it make the news, not really? I am really beginning to wonder about the 'media' in general, and I wonder, hmmmm...who is paying them off? Just a thught?

"OH YEAH........AUH HUH!!!!"

Bigskygirl — Sat, 03 May 2008 00:14:31 EDT

Now THIS is what I like to hear! Still calling, calling, calling Indiana, and working The "Pow-Wow" for at least three hours, tomorrow. Doing the Bike to early voting, (I decided, decked with Obama gear!)It's only about a mile 1/2 but high visability!) "Womens Build" with "Habitat For Humanity" on May 17th, and we "CAN" wear our Tee's & Buttons, but are discouraged from talking to the Press, and can not advertise as such (Women For Obama) in the local "News Paper" what else is new! ARGGGGG! And a trying to enlist, any and all Fly-Fishermen, to participate in a possible Drift-Boat-Float down the Yellowstone, or whereever they think is fishable! For out "Sportsmen & Women For Obama" event, next week! I am Dancing as hard & and fast as I can!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080502/ap_on_el_pr/indiana_early_voting

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"Mortified!"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 15:59:28 EDT

I just hope that the majority of Americans, will have the insight, and the smarts, to realize that Reverand Wright is a lunatic! He may be smart, well educated, but it certainly doesnt mean he isn't....insane? If he had spent the last 40 years working on how to single-handedly destroy, the first, and perhaps only chance, that an African American can make it into "The White House" instead of working for forty years, on his redoric, on how DIFFERENT American Europeans, and African Americans, are so different, they might as well live on different planets, he could not have been more destructive. I knew Barack would have to step up to the plate, and kick this Man to the curb! He did today, although in a rather kind and gentle way, which is just his nature! He has a longer fuse than "I!" I would be totally ballistic! That is why he will make a better President, than I would.

Back to work. We are doing a "Habitat For Humanity" event in May, also a "Sportsmen & Woman" getting out the early vote events in May as well. I will personally take this opportunity to make calls, lots of calls to Indianna, and try to put out ths Forest Fire! I hope you will all join me!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080429/ap_on_el_pr/obama_pastor

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"OH YEAH!"

Bigskygirl — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:16:11 EDT

Things are looking up! Not only is the weather finally behaving like Spring, here in Montana, but the 'tides they are a turning!' Also, you go Mr. smart & perceptive! I would say "NO" to "ANYKIND" of debate, that Ms. Hillary would throw to him, after that last "Train Wreck!" He would be nuts to say.....yes? Moderators, or no moderators, she would find a way to humiliate him, or chastise him, so why bother? You "GO" Barack Obama!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080427/ap_on_el_pr/road_to270

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"The Washington Post!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 10:30:38 EDT

The senator from Illinois still leads in the number of pledged delegates and the popular vote. He is almost certain to hold the delegate lead and will probably maintain the popular-vote advantage when the primaries end in early June. Perhaps more important, Clinton's campaign is nearly broke, whereas Obama has an enormous amount of money in the bank to throw into the next two contests and beyond.

... David Plouffe, Obama's campaign manager, said the loss was expected and did little to change the trajectory of a nomination battle that continues to favor his candidate.

"Some states are stronger for our opponent," he said. "Some are stronger for us. We assumed she had an edge there [in Pennsylvania] and we would try to keep it as close as we could. You have to be clear-eyed about that. We have two contests coming up in two weeks. We'll see where the race is after that. . . . The structure of the delegate contest will not be changed appreciably, and that's the most important factor in the race."

By those calculations, Clinton faces an almost insurmountable hurdle. Going into Pennsylvania, Obama had 1,415 pledged delegates to Clinton's 1,251, according to the Associated Press. She led among superdelegates, 258 to 233, but that margin has been shrinking steadily over the past two months. Her victory may prevent a wholesale shift to Obama in the next few weeks, but her task remains daunting.

Obama's team expects to recoup any loss of delegates in Pennsylvania with the results in North Carolina and Indiana. After those, six contests will remain, and the chances of Clinton's winning enough of the remaining delegates to overtake Obama appears out of the question. Even her hope of taking a lead in the popular vote appears out of reach, given that Michigan and Florida will not be counted in the calculations because they violated Democratic Party rules in holding their primaries early.

... One clear bright spot for Obama was the nearly one in 10 voters in the Democratic primary who had recently registered with the party. Pennsylvania experienced a huge shift in voter registration over the past year, with Democratic registration rising by more than 300,000 and Republican registration shrinking by about 70,000.

Among newly registered Democrats voting yesterday, Obama won them by about 20 percentage points. His advisers will point to that as evidence that he can draw support from former independents or even disaffected Republicans in a general-election race against McCain.

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"Obama In Indiana"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 10:18:06 EDT

If any of you missed it, I know we did, it was too noisy where we were, watching the PA polls come in. What a "CLASS ACT" This ought to cheer you up. Also the Governer of Oklahoma, just endorsed Obama too!

http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/up/player/popup/?rn=3906861&cl=7521820&ch=4226716&src=news

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It looks like we are going to go pound nails with "Habitat For Humanity" for "Women For Obama" This will be the second Habitat event in Montana. (Helena also) I would encourage any of you to contact your local chapters, and arrange an event. They are one of the largest, most respected, Non-Profits, in our Nation, and am so glad they we will be workng with them!

"Last Night...BLICK! The Real Story though....

Bigskygirl — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 09:58:31 EDT

It's O.K. A let down, but we are still ahead, in every way that counts. I'm sorry, I am just sick to death of all of her 'victory' parties, the confetti throwing, and the "YES SHE CANS!" chanting! Hurl!

http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=ayK7xgSTZGvw&refer=home

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"Pennslyvania Polls"

Bigskygirl — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 13:18:19 EDT

"Too Close T Call!" What else is new!Who Does The Recent Pennsylvania Polls Favor; Clinton or Obama?Posted April 21st, 2008 by Jamie Williamson

The Recent Pennsylvania Polls have given out stunning results, but only 22 April will tell who actually gets stunned. Here’s what the recent Pennsylvania Polls say –-

Conducted on 7-8 April, the Public Policy Polling Pennsylvania Poll showed Clinton leading Obama with 46% to 43% democratic vote. With MoE = 2.9%, the PPP poll showed Clinton having 3% point lead over Obama. The poll indicated Clinton’s edge over Obama.

Conducted in Pennsylvania on 9-10 April, the Newsmax / Zogby Poll showed Clinton leading Obama with 47% to 43% democratic vote. With MoE = 3.1%, the poll gave Clinton 4% point lead over Obama. The poll indicated Clinton’s surge and consequently Clinton’s victory.

Conducted from 8-13 April, the Franklin Marshall College Poll showed Clintion leading Obama with 46% to 40% democratic vote. With MoE = 4.2%, the poll exhibited Clinton having 6% point lead over Obama. The poll signaled fair win for Clinton.

Conducted from 10-14 April, the Los Angeles Times / Bloomberg Poll showed Clinton leading Obama with 46% to 41% democratic vote. With MoE = 3.9%, the poll showed Clinton having 5% point lead over Obama. The poll indicated fair victory for Clinton.

Conducted from 11-13 April, the Strategic Vision’s Pennsylvania Poll pictured Clinton leading Obama with 49% to 40% democratic vote. With MoE = 4.0%, the SV poll showed Clinton in 9% point lead over Obama. The poll indicated huge win for Clinton.

Conducted from 11-13 April, the American Research Group’s Pennsylvania Poll depicted Clinton with 57% and Obama with 37% democratic vote. With MoE = 4.0%, the ARG poll gave Clinton 20% point lead over Obama. The poll indicated comprehensive win for Clinton.

Conducted from 12-14 April, the Survey USA Pennsylvania Poll showed Clinton leading Obama with 54% to 40% democratic vote. With MoE = 3.9%, the poll showed Clinton having 14% point lead over Obama. The poll signaled huge win for Clinton.

Conducted from 9-13 April, Quinnipiac University Poll showed Clinton leading Obama with 50% to 44% democratic vote. With MoE = 2.1%, the QU poll showed Clinton having 6% point lead over Obama. The poll indicated fair win for Clinton.

Conducted on 14 April, the Rasmussen Reports’ Pennsylvania Poll showed Clinton leading Obama with 50% to 41% democratic vote. With MoE = 3.6%, the RR poll gave Clinton 9% point lead over Obama. The poll signalized huge win for Clinton.

But, Interestingly contrary to all above polls, Public Policy Polling Pennsylvania Poll conducted on 14-15 April showed Obama leading Clinton with 45% to 42% democratic vote. With MoE = 2.9%, the PPP’s recent poll gave Obama 3% point over Clinton. It was one of a few polls that show Obama ahead in Pennsylvania. The poll indicated stunning win for Obama.

"Obama, In Independence Park"

Bigskygirl — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 12:42:04 EDT

Here is a picture (I hope!) of the Rally in "Independence Park" in front of "Independence Hall" on Friday, April 18th. There were 35,000 people, record attendence, and so far the best coverage I have found, was on a Russian News Station? What's wrong with this picture? All they keep 'looping' on CNN, is a tape of an older couple in Philly, saying he does not have the age or experience, so they are voting for Hillary!!??!!?? I'm not liking my CNN today!!! But would have loved to have been there, for this one!

You can 'see' & 'hear' this entire seach @ www.barackobama.com just be sure to scroll down far enough. It was FABULOUS! I am not sure why it was not broadcasted anywhere, and frankly, scares me a little. 35,000 Americans, gathered in one place, to listen to one person, doesn't make for news???? YIKES!

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"WOOWHOOOOOO!!!"

Bigskygirl — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 00:49:35 EDT

WE are going to "WIN" Pennsylvania, I can feel it in my bones! That doesn't mean I am going to stop calling the 'undecided' through call-banking, on www.barackobama.com I intend to make 100 more phone calls, by Tuesday!

Oh, the largest crowd tonight, in his campaign history! And he can draw a crowd! 35,000!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080419/ap_on_el_pr/obama_crowd

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"Obama Keeps Rolling......

Bigskygirl — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:55:34 EDT

As Hillary runs out of time! Happy, Hapoy Joy, Joy!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080418/ts_nm/usa_politics_time_dc

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"Bitter" remarks did not hurt Obama in PA!"

Bigskygirl — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 23:41:28 EDT

Thank Goodness!

http://www.dailycardinal.com/article/2735

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"Asinine Nincompoopery!" LOL!!!!

Bigskygirl — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 22:05:18 EDT

"Shoddy & Despicable Moderating!" Thank God, it was not just me! ABC was riddled with E-Mails this morning, of utter discust! It was like watching a Train Wreck! Worse, it actually 'hurt' to watch. Thank God I am not the only person to think so!

I am also glad it was the "LAST" one! UGGGG!!!!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080417/pl_nm/usa_politics_media_dc

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"The Debate!"

Bigskygirl — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 10:47:55 EDT

O.K. I think I have watched them all, but knew this one was important for Pennsylvania. I am going to go out on limb here, and without sharing any names, this was the biggest show-stopper, mouth-dropper, for me. I call it, "How many words can you use to say" "I Lied!"

"What I said, didn't 'jive', with what I had written, in my book, or what I know to be the truth." HUH?

That's some fancy tap-dancing you have there. I wonder if (He/She) could teach me how to do that. All I ever knew was "The Dog Ate My Homework!" LOL!

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"Bruce Springsteen Endorses Obama!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:00:04 EDT

http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5hxaeCXS17FI1FWdM-jzcHjVGP1FQD9030V601

Of course he did!

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Obama Even With McCain!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 11:54:16 EDT

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080416/pl_nm/usa_poll_politics_dc_1

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"OH YEAH....OH YEAH.....OH YEAH!"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 18:16:23 EDT

Can you see me doing the "Happy Dance?" I am going to try to figure out how to post graphics in here, in any case "GOOD" News! "YES!"

http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080415/ts_alt_afp/usvote

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"A Response From A Pennsylvanian"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:06:11 EDT

Here's is hoping they are all so insightful, as to be able to see through this last episode, for what it really is! I now what I will be doing these next nine days, calling Pennsylvania, and try to put out this fire, or at least, the embers!

Sue from Emporium, Pennsylvania writes:
Jack, If you haven’t lived it, you can’t possibly understand it. With that said, Sen. Obama was spot on. We are frustrated and bitter. We don’t always feel we have a say in our economics, so we vote on gun issues, abortion etc, and turn to our religion as a way to ground us. So no, most Pennsylvania voters, who have seen their neighborhoods disappear and prices soar are not fooled by Hillary Clinton’s assertion that Sen. Obama is out of touch with hard-working Americans.

"You Gotta Love Cafferty!"

Bigskygirl — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 15:29:29 EDT

A friend sent this to me, from Georgia today. Thank You Sandra, I don't know how I missed it!

http://www.tellingthoughts.com/us-politics/the-pennsylvania-indiana-new-deal

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"Well, It Had To Happen.........

Bigskygirl — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 23:41:27 EDT

Obama Strikes Back...What else could he do???

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080414/ap_on_el_pr/obama

I hope you all got the chance to see "The Compassion Forum" tonight, on CNN. Truthfully, I guided allot of friends, that were skeptical, and had bought into the fear tactics, and ridiculous, redeoric, that Obama is not a ture Christian, or possibly, a Muslim Terrorist??? Etc, Etc, Etc. I directed them all to "The Compassion Forum" tonight, which I new there would be some VERY tough questions, and sight-unseen, I knew he would prevail!

He had several standing ovations, and needed to stay to sign autographs, and shake hands, and you must remember, this was a 'tough' audience! He did beautifully, under the (parden the expression) Gun-Shell-Fire topics as of, "Stem Cell Research" When does he believe that "LIFE" begins??? "How much does Religion play, or should play, into Politics? Why does he still support his Pastor, that had said some things, he doesn't agree with?

What a Champ. I can always count on him, to honestly, eloquently, and franky, diplomatically, respond, to these accusations!

I have had to personally 'field' some very tough questions lately. Some understandably, some ridiculous. Tonight, I just simply had to say "Watch The Compassion Forum" One gal, I had to answer, "Do you think that God favors a Pediphile Priest, over "The Dali Lama?"

That response came after a dear friend stated that Obama had 'denounced' Jesus (which I knew he hadn't) How do you respond to those questions? I just say "Do you think, that being honest, and kind, integral, and loving thy neighbor, as oneself, could be an insult to......God??? Well then??

"Our HQ Opening!"

Bigskygirl — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 00:29:19 EDT

I'd say it was a great success. There were well over 200 people that visited. Thank Goodness there were nine other peeps that brought food, & snacks we needed every scrap of it. I can not tell you how many people spoke, or in how many shifts, but the Producer of "A River Runs Through It" & "Legends Of The Fall" two of my favorite movies, spoke.

There was a local news camera man, but frankly, he couldn't set up his Tri-Pod, in the main room, but might have gotten a couple of hand held shots. I'll check the Sunday Paper tomorrow!

A big "Thank You" to the "Pickle Barrel" for donating sandwiches. They just agreed to it last night, and pulled through for us, "Thank-You!"

If there are any news clippings, I will post them here for you. No Video so far. ;-(

Oh, I also gave out 80 out of my 100 "Montana For Obama" buttons that just arrived last night, in the nick of time! I also have a lead to get either Dennis Quaid, or Jeff Bridge's Band, to play for me, for an event! Wooowhooooo!!!

I may go for a 'light' bike ride tomorrow, (finally hitting the 70's here) or to our Rodeo, for $5.00!

Don't tell Liz!!! LOL!

"Local Headquarters Opens!"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 14:13:24 EDT

"Ye-Haw!" We finally have an Obama Headquarters! The offical opening is Saturday, April 12th, @ 2:00pm, but is already open, hours are 9:00am-9:00pm. It is in The Historic Baxter Hotel, on Main St. in Bozeman, on the mezzanine level, up the stairs, and to your left.

Be there, or be square!

I have purchased 100 "Montana For Obama" Buttons, that I will be giving away, for free. They are not the 'official' Buttons, so can not be sold, or distributed, from the Office, but word is I can give them away, since I am not on the staff! We need Obama "Bling!"

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"Kiss Me, Bama!"

Bigskygirl — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 11:44:05 EDT

My new friend, Amanda, and her Six-Month-Old Baby, made it into "The Missoulian" today. She didn't get the *Kiss* from Obama, but this is pretty cool. How fun it will be, to be able to tell her child, even her grandchildren, that they were there! I think there is a Video you can watch here to!

She is such a *Sweet* baby, she did not cry once, during our 420 mile, round trip ride!

Aislyn, has not spoken her first words, as of yet, but I assurred Amanda, that I have met Babies on "The Campaign Trail" whose first words were "OBAMA!" So cute!!!!

http://www.missoulian.com/articles/2008/04/06/news/top/news01.txt

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"His Missoula Rally!"

Bigskygirl — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 00:26:20 EDT

I took a zillion photos, and even some Video, but the professionals had a better vantage point! So here it is!

http://www.montanasnewsstation.com/global/video/popup/pop_player.asp?ClipID1=2358062&h1=WEB%20EXCLUSIVE%3A%20Watch%20Obama%27s%20Butte%20speech&vt1=v&at1=Station

Sorry about that, it keeps pulling up The Butte Event. Just go to this same page, and over to your left, click on Barack Obama's Missoula Speech, it is worth a listen, they always are!

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"Just When I Thought....

Bigskygirl — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 00:17:50 EDT

I'd heard the BEST Speech ever? Barack Obama out does himself, once again. I just happened to get home from a 24 hour, 420 mile, round trip, over snowy mountain passes, so I could meet him in person, in Missoula this morning, with about 15-20,000 of my closest friends! LOL! I literally just got home, and thought I had missed The Demo-Dinner in Butte, and even wondered how he would hold up, and what an incrediablly long day, it would be for him, and I didn't miss it at all! They decided to televise it live, through my Cable Company, so here it is for you, that could not make it also!

This one had me weeping, I know, corney, but it touched me so? It gave me the feeling, of well, hope? The Audasity Of Hope? I didn't dare, for such a long, long, long time!

We are so lucky to have this candidate, right at this moment, at a turning point, and such and important one, that this will be!

I'll see you all on the road! We will all meet eventually!

http://www.montanasnewsstation.com/global/video/popup/pop_player.asp?ClipID1=2358062&h1=WEB%20EXCLUSIVE%3A%20Watch%20Obama%27s%20Butte%20speech&vt1=v&at1=Station

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"I'm going to Missoula!"

Bigskygirl — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 13:26:34 EDT

I've reserved a Suite at "The Holiday Inn Express" walking distance (easily) from the event. I may have room in my car for two more people. It is so far, me, a gal in Bozeman, and her six-month-old baby, & car-seat! They do not charge for extra people staying in the Suite. I am trying to 'share' expenses, for gas, and housing, so if you are interested in coming with, let me know, by leaving me a message, here.

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"Barack Is Coming To Missoula!"

Bigskygirl — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:01:15 EDT

"HURRAH!" I am so glad he is doing this, the morning of The Big Demo-Dinner in Butte! Boy, it will be a LONG day for him?!? After hearing that he doesn't drink coffee, I don't know how he does it! Here is the info:

Please join Barack Obama at a rally in Missoula, where he'll talk about his vision for bringing America together and creating the kind of change we can believe in.Rally with Barack ObamaThe University of Montana
The Adams Center
Missoula, MTSaturday, April 5, 2008
Doors open: 8:00 a.m.
Program begins: 10:00 a.m.The event is free and open to the public; however, seating is limited and a ticket is required. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. For your free ticket, please visit:http://mt.barackobama.com/missoulaFor security reasons, do not bring bags. Please limit personal items. No signs or banners are permitted.

"Yeah, I KNEW it!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 13:31:56 EDT

Barack sails by Clinton in Pennsylvania! All he had to do, is what he does the best, introduce himself, in Person. I sure wish he would do that here, in Montana! Not enough peeps I presume.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080402/ap_on_el_pr/campaign_polls_pennsylvania

Also, if you live locally, and would like to go help volunteer, in PA, for their Primary, on April 22nd, and even a few weeks before, send me a message. There is a group started that are connecting people with housing, and flights, etc. I don't want to post it here, because I haven't asked permission, but this is the way I got to Austin, and I HIGHLY recommend it! It will go down in your memoirs, as a top ten~You can literally watch history being made, front row & center! So exciting!

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"Barack Obama Tours Pennsylvania!"

Bigskygirl — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 18:43:07 EDT

I want to encourage those of you that live in Pennsylvania, and know anyone who is undecided, or wants to know 'why' Barack Obama For President, to take them to one of the towns he is touring on foot, or by bus, at least. His schedule is posted on www.barackobama.com I would sure make it to one, if I were not thousands of miles away!

They sure got some great photos of him too (hundreds) while in PA. I think they must have their own professional photographer with them, on this particular trip, or at lease an awesome one!

http://news.yahoo.com/nphotos/Lancaster2C-Pa-Thaddeus-Stevens-College-of-Technology-Sen-Barack-Obama/photo//080331/480/eec76467ac834613aa41c289ee47eb8b//s:/ap/20080331/ap_on_el_pr/2008_race_rundown;_ylt=AjqPZSafYQnBG6EcHgHDjcJh24cA

22,000 + attend Obama Rally @ Penn State, yesterday!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kukDrnb58lk&feature=related

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"Between Barack, And A Hard Place!"

Bigskygirl — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 18:20:58 EDT

You gotta love it! Obama secures another Female Senators Endorsement, and she is the one to coin this phrase.

Good article, and she is right!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080331/ap_on_el_pr/obama

"Texas Caucus results were due today!"

Bigskygirl — Sun, 30 Mar 2008 01:17:42 EDT

They are still batteling it out. They say that due to the unprecidented One Million Demos' that turned out, they are having...problems? (Florida?) The most upsetting to me (one is that I was there, working my behind off!) is that The Clinton Campaign is 'questioning' the validity of Obama's Delegates??? What they think we hired them? I guess THAT many people could not possibly, legitamately, actually support Obama? Good Grief Charlie Brown!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080330/ap_on_el_pr/texas_caucus

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"Barack Returns From Short Vacation....

Bigskygirl — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:07:44 EDT

Strong & Well, and speaking at a Town Square Meeting, in North Carolina. He went to St . Thomas for three days, and what a wise decision it was. I think that a good Leader, must take care of themselves, just like a good Caregiver, must take care of themselves. This campaign has turned into a Marathon, and not a Sprint, and with all the mud-slinging, I am certain he just needed to step out of the Mud-Bath (not his style!) and went somewhere that he had been well received, and would find no controversy, beautiful, and where he could get some well needed rest!

See Video of Town Meeting, in North Carolina:

http://www.cnn.com/video/live/live.html?stream=stream3

I feel we should "ALL" get busy campaigning in Penn. I don't like the looks of the polls, and have personally joined a couple of groups, and will start making calls, soon!

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"Montana Phone-Banking...........

Bigskygirl — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 23:27:19 EDT

I started to make some calls in Montana, about Voter-Registration, etc. I found allot of them, were out of service. Then I realized they were (405) Area Codes, instead of (406) which is the entire State of Montana. It is very unusual, for an entire State, to have one area code, but "WE" do, unless something has changed, in the last eight years???

I have an E-Mail into Gabe, to check and see if it was a Type-O, so stay tuned, we still need to make these calls, and I will let you all know!!

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"Our Event!"

Bigskygirl — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 21:21:22 EDT

I feel our event @ "The Bozeman Public Library" went very well. We had about 129 attendees, and ended up haveing about seven people working it, and needed every one of them! Aside from a few mishaps, like not having a'mic' although promised one. And not having access to their amp, for my Videos, and "The Bozeman Chronicle" putting a Type-O in their paper, about the date (they said tomorrow, Easter, I sure hope nobody shows up?) All went well.

If any of you attended it, I would love some feed-back. Practice makes perfect, and I think this was our biggest Barack Obama event, thus far!

A big thanks to Judith, for securing the venue, great spot, and making all the flyers, and bringing coffee, and cookies. A big Thank you to Kristin Taylor, everything goes better with Kristin there! And the two staffers, that came at the last minute. Also two MSU students, Britany, and Teri, they were great. Teri heads up "The Students For Obama" group, so was great to have her there, as well. Britney vacuumed the entire place, and generally did anything we asked of her. Thsnk You Britany!

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"Montanademocrats.org"

Bigskygirl — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 18:47:42 EDT

I was able to get through today "Good Friday" to their Office, in Helena. I think I got down to the problem of the tickets availability, for The Demo-Dinner on April 5th. She said the phones were ringing off te hook, their Computers nearly crashed, they are still sorting through it all, BUT, they have a roster, of every ticket sold (so no fowl play) and they are sold out. Another exciting tidbit of info. They got 37,000 hits on their Web-Site, on Wedesday, so that means 35,000 people wanted tickets, and couldn't get them!

Also, rumors are stirring that both Cadidates will make 'other' stops. Makes sense, why come all the way to Montana, for one gig? I was put on their list-serve, and the minute they know about where & when the Candidates (Obama) will be somewhere, she will let me know, then I can let all of you know!

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"Richardson Endorses Obama!"

Bigskygirl — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 16:07:33 EDT

This is really good news, and important on so many levels. First he "IS" a Super-Delegate, who could ultimately decide who makes it on the Ballet! Secondly he is Hispanic, and Obama needs to swing the Hispanic vote his way, as well. Hillary expected to get him, but whooppps, oh well!

Text:

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080321/ap_on_el_pr/obama_richardson

Video:

http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/up/player/popup/?rn=3906861&cl=7073609&ch=4226716&src=news

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"The Bozeman Chronicle!"

Bigskygirl — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 16:04:07 EDT

Our event on March 22nd @ The Bozeman Public Library, finally made it into the paper, but they published the wrong date! It reads as Saturday the 23rd! That is Easter! EKKKK! They will post a correction, but the damage is already done, sorry!

It also made it into "The Exponent" (correctly!) But because they were having technical difficulties yesterday,(5,000 copies!) it came out today, which is "Good Friday" and school is out. Oh well, we still have 130 R.S.V.P.'s and I expect ALLOT more to come.

You will be getting a 24 hour reminder, I guess at 3:30pm today, so that will help get the word out too. Thank You to those, that formally signed up. And Thank You Britany & Teri, (MSU Students) for volunteering to man the Sign-In Sheets!

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"The Speech!"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 23:24:05 EDT

Historic, riveting, heart-wrenching...I heard he was writing it until 2:00am this morning, I would have thought he had been working on it, for his entire life. Notice, no notes, unbelievable!

http://my.barackobama.com/page/content/hisownwords

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"MSU Event, On March 19th"

Bigskygirl — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 14:49:12 EDT

I just didn't want anyone to miss this. It is listed under local Events, but is coming up fast! It will be in sub-room 274, in "The Student Union Building" on the corner of Kagy & 7th Ave. On March 19th, this Wednesday, @ 6:30pm. The host is Teri Husfloen, and she heads up The "MSU Students For Barack Obama Group" I will be there as well, and will bring my Videos, from Austin too!

I am not sure how big the Room is, but the more the merrier! ;-)

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"Pelosi's Stance On Super Delegates, Favors Obama!"

Bigskygirl — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 11:56:47 EDT

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080316/ap_on_el_pr/pelosi_delegates

This is what we like to hear!

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"Obama Expands Delegate Lead!"

Bigskygirl — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 22:50:37 EDT

Obama expands delegate lead AP - 50 minutes ago

AP - Democrat Barack Obama expanded his fragile lead in delegates over rival Hillary Rodham Clinton on Saturday, picking up at least seven delegates as Iowa activists took the next step in picking delegates to the national convention.

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Democratic Dinner-Stadium Tickets

Bigskygirl — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 22:20:27 EDT

I am re-posting this for Beth, in case any of you missed it! "YIPPEE!"

Hello Obama supporters,
My name is Beth Murphy, and I'm a volunteer in Helena. I worked the phones today at the Democrat Headquarters, and here is the absolute latest information about tickets to the Mansfield-Metcalf Dinner:
1. the formal dinner area sold-out weeks ago;
2. they are opening up 2,400 stadium seats next week;
3. the stadium seats cost $40 and include a sack meal;
4. the stadium tickets are ONLY purchasable online at www.montanademocrats.org
5. montanademocrats.org won't sell the tickets until NEXT WEEK (start checking on Monday, and keep checking until it's up).
Feel free to call or email me.
Beth.

Beth Murphy 104 Elmwood Lane, Helena , MT 59601 phone: 406-449-7778

It's a FOR SURE! Obama coming to Butte!

Bigskygirl — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 18:59:03 EDT

Wow, I was just talking with an Obama staffer today, and asked him if he knew any more about this. He said that Senator Obama, was 'considering' coming, now it is for sure!

http://www.montanademocrats.org/

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Michigan Re-Do, Could Over-Shadow Montana's Primary

Bigskygirl — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 13:56:02 EDT

They have just decided to agree to a Michigan Re-Do, on wouldn't you know it, June 3rd. This could easily draw eveyone's attention away from our June 3rd Primary. We must ref up our grass roots outreach, and be sure to get the highest turn-out, on June 3rd as possible. Montana often doesnt matter much, because of our low delgate count, and late Primary, but this Year, WE COUNT!!! Big Time!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080314/ap_on_el_pr/2008_race_rundown

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"They Are Going To Play Nice!"

Bigskygirl — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 13:46:32 EDT

According to this reporter Barack Obama approached Hillary Clinton, about this subject! Go Obama!

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080314/ap_on_el_pr/obama_clinton

"Barack May Come To Butte?"

Bigskygirl — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:24:43 EDT

Yup, I heard it on the news tonight, that Hillary & Barack Obama may be in attendance at the Montana Demo Parties Annual Dinner Party, in Butte? The Dinner is sold out, they say that stadium tickets are still for sale? They say that Clinton will be there for sure, but that rumor has it, that Barack willl attend too? I can't imagine them both attending the same event, or maybe they are just using his possible attendance to sell tickets? In any case, I will see what I can find out, and if he is coming, I will go!

They said to check back on their Web-Site often, to keep updated.

http://www.montanademocrats.org/

We could Car-Pool!

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"A Bozeman Event!"

Bigskygirl — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 13:16:27 EDT

YEAH! I've posted it for it's Host Judith Wianko, from Ennis, Montana. It will be at "The Bozeman Public Library" (the new one!) on March 22nd, from 3:30pm-5:00pm, in the larger of the two Conference Rooms. There will be speakers, and possibly Video Footage, from "The Campaign Trail!" I have it set up to remind you all 24 hours before, but wanted to just list it here, for You all as well.

For more information, message or -Mail me, or call Judith @ (406) 595-4052

Now that it is listed as an event, just put in your Zip-Code, and their will be maps, and directions, on Google, Mapquest, & Yahoo Maps.

I am listing it under "Calender Of Events" and perhaps "Briefs" in "The Bozeman Chronicle" today. So come one, come all!

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"Pure Class!"

Bigskygirl — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 16:03:48 EDT

Barack Obama's response to the "He is lucky to be Black" comment.

http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/up/player/popup/?rn=3906861&cl=6939513&ch=4226716&src=news

It is unfortunate that The Clinton Campaign did not request for her to resign, but the more frightening thought is that Geraldine Ferraro is a "Super Delegate!" YIKES!!!!

"11:00pm Mt. Time.,......

Bigskygirl — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:04:49 EDT

61% Barack to 37% Clinton...Yea...even better! Good Night! ;-)

"Mississippi!" "YEAH!"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:18:00 EDT

O.K. It is a guestimate...60% Obama, 40% Clinton, but we'll take it! YEAH! It is not a surprise, but still....makes me even more concerned and 'driven' to send 300 or more ground-grass-root troups, pardon the expression, to Pennsylvania? We have to campaign HARD there!

Thanks to a gal in Ennis, Montana, there will be an event at "The Bozeman Public Library" new and improved, to the tune of 15 Million Dollars, on March 22nd, at 3:30-5:00pm, and even if you must commute, from out of town, please come! I am not sure if we have room for 20 or 200, but if our gracious host will allow, I will speak, and share my experience in Austin, Texas, last week, and also share Video footage of Michelle Obama (awesome) and Kate Waslh (also awesome) and Max Kennedy, on two seperate days, amazing! (Robert Kennedy's Son!)

We do need a big T.V. Screen, or Monitor (not sure if they will provide them) because I would LOVE to 'share' them all with You!!

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"It's All About The Delegates!"

Bigskygirl — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 19:59:27 EDT

So, the latest Tally, Barack Obama is ahead by 124, this is good! The Mississippi Primary results are coming in four minutes! Cant wait, I will post the results, just as soon as I can!

There is a Barack Obama event scheduled at "The Bozeman Public Library" on March 22nd, from 3:30pm-5:00pm, if you'd like more info, please message me. I'll be there for sure!

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"Michelle Obama"

Bigskygirl — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 01:03:31 EDT

These are the 'perks' of going on the Campaign Trail~We had very little notice, but Michelle Obama showed up, with her Secret Service Agents, to 'stump' for her Husband, in our little Field Office, in Austin. It was not even the headquarters, so quite a surprise, and a treat.

I also have Video of Kate Walsh, and Max Kennedy, and am finally figuring out how to post it all.

Please consider joining them in Pennsylvania. It is so important.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctowDhPgT7Y

And yes, I was that close! So cool!

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"Casey Knowles!"

Bigskygirl — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 19:23:19 EDT

I wish we had known this before the Ohio/Texas Primary. It could have made a difference? They say that the 3:00am phone call commercial did, in Hillary's favor!

Casey Knowles didn't much like a recent campaign commercial for Hillary Clinton — even though she's in it as a sleeping 8-year-old.

After all, she about to turn 18 now and is a big supporter of Barack Obama.

"What I don't like about the ad is its fear-mongering," Knowles told ABC's "Good Morning America Weekend Edition" on Sunday. "I think it's a cheap hit to take. I really prefer Obama's message of looking forward to a bright future."

The well-known Clinton ad aired in Texas before last week's vote and implied a lack of experience on Obama's part. It showed an exterior of a Colonial-style home and old stock footage of Knowles sleeping in bed. A narrator describes a phone ringing in the White House: "It's 3 a.m. and your children are safely asleep. Who do you want answering the phone?"

Clinton won the Texas primary by a 51-47 percent margin.

Knowles said she didn't see the ad until Jon Stewart lampooned it Thursday on "The Daily Show." Her brother noticed it was her, and the family replayed the commercial on their digital recorder to be sure.

"They were parodying this ad, kind of poking fun at it," Knowles said. "My brother was like, 'Is that Casey?' And we just erupted. Sure enough, it's me."

The file footage was originally shot for a railroad company advertisement. The Clinton campaign bought it from Getty Images.

Knowles, a senior at Bonney Lake High School who turns 18 next month, has been campaigning for Obama. She attended his rally at Seattle's KeyArena on Feb. 8. Her mother, Pam, told The News Tribune of Tacoma that Casey cried and trembled after shaking the candidate's hand.

The next day, she was a Democratic precinct captain for the state's caucuses. If she plays her cards right, she could go to the national convention.

Not to mention that she could be in another ad. After her identity became known, Obama's campaign contacted her.

"I mentioned that we should make a counter ad, me and Obama, against Hillary," she said. "They thought that was really funny. They actually might take me up on it."

That said, Knowles said she plans to vote for whichever Democrat wins the nomination.

P.S. I have some awesme video footage, of Michelle Obama stumping in Austin, but do not know how to get it out of my Camera? I need to capture it to my Computer, so I can share it all with you! If you know how, send me a message, please!

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