Tonight’s Democratic debate has no doubt sent a ripple of fear through the cold heart of the Republican Party. Contrasted against past Republican “who can build the tallest fence” slobber fests, the three Democratic candidates showed why adults should be in charge of government.
Barack Obama’s message of change has clearly permeated the Clinton and Edward campaigns. Hillary asked viewers to imagine any one of the candidates in the Oval Office – and I did.
I was immediately struck with an incredible feeling of what was possible with Barack Obama in the White House. The thought of all that was possible with a solid Democratic majority in the Congress, led by a visionary like Barack Obama, filled me with hope anew. Now some of you might think I am being a little too idealistically giddy, but I just couldn’t help myself.
For a somewhat cynical sort like me, that says a lot. It would be easy to blame the seven year reign of George W. Bush – and that would be too easy. The damage done by the Bush Administration cannot be ignored but the problem is far deeper. From time to time during the last seven years, many of us have thought of giving up and giving in, without hope and without a clear direction. Along comes Barack Obama who erases any doubt that together, we can turn the country around, writing a new and exciting chapter to our history in process.
So take Hillary’s advice and imagine who should be in the Oval Office. Imagine President Barack Obama – now that has a nice ring to it.
Michael O’Brien
Athens County Democrats for Obama
Athens, Ohio
The race card should not be a constant throughout the race. Even though it is unavoidable for it not to have a place it should not be playing as active of a role as it is now. The race should be kept based on platforms and politics. When not it turns into a case of personal likability which has it's consequences. It resulted in Hilary's win in New Hampshire and the election of George Bush because polls show that in that year an considerable amount of people vote based on personal feelings.
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As a salty, old political junkie, I know better than to put much stock in opinion polls. I admit that the opinion polls looking at the New Hampshire primary had me feeling a little too giddy.
Having gotten it out of my system, I will continue to stay focused on the reality of a tough primary fight – it ain’t over till it’s over.
Yesterday’s vote reaffirmed that we all need to work harder than ever to keep the momentum going. Many pundits are predicting that February 5th, Super Tuesday, is the end of the road, dismissing the importance of the primaries in March and beyond.
This is going to be a very close contest, right down to the wire. We must all continue make phone calls, write letters to the editor and engage our friends and families.
Let’s keep the pressure on and the message of real change front and center.
In peace & justice,
Barack Obama
On the eve of the New Hampshire Primary
You can feel it. The momentum has increased beyond what most of us thought possible. Starting at midnight tonight, the people of Hew Hampshire will begin to vote for their candidate of choice. All indications are that Barack Obama will again make history by being the first candidate in over 30 years to win in both Iowa and New Hampshire.
Winning tomorrow would be tremendous, but the real prize is yet to come. One month from now, over 1,600 delegates will be up for grabs. Now is not the time to relax.
If you have friends or family in any of the Super Tuesday states, now is the time to engage them. Let them know why you feel that Barack Obama should the next President of our great country. Now is the time to share your own commitment to change.
Change is in the air…can you feel it?
How is it that commentators always find Hillary on her off days? She has been in politics for thirty plus years. If I have to have a president that seeks for help 24/7, I would have to say I wouldn’t have much hope or faith into my president. My president is someone I find comfort in my consciousness, that they will make the best decision to keep not only my family and I, but others around me safe, healthy, and protected. This country doesn’t need or want a president that is relying on help everyday. No one person can depend on everyone else to get the job done at the end of the day. Most of the time, it’s just that person who has to stand up and say I have to make the best decision whether I have help or not, and this is the way it is going to be. Yes, a president needs to hear the voice of his/her people, however we the people are not here to pick up their emotions.
In New Hampshire, Hillary began to tear up in her speech in front of many people. She began speaking of her passion of doing the right thing and how she had so many opportunities in this country. She also said she just doesn’t want to see our country to fall backwards. She might not want to see our country fall backwards, but she doesn’t want to see her programs she had set up to fall backwards. Many people have much appreciation for her work, but that doesn’t mean it measures up for the presidential position. As a personal belief, no one person should distribute their passion and then tear up in front of a crowd to gain credibility to be elected. It’s understandable to see a woman cry and sympathize for her because women are emotional creatures. But it is not necessary to begin weeping in front of a crowd when you are in a presidential campaign. Of course it is normal for people to cry, but not when a presidential candidate is giving a speech. Hillary claims she is tired and the job is very tiresome. Of course it is. But this country doesn’t need an emotional hand bag running it. It needs a strong willed, strongly motivated, open minded individual, that is willing to hear and represent its people. We need a better America! Not an America based on emotions, for if we are based on emotions we will crumble.
(Author Amanda O'Bannion)
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Breaking news from the conference call with Campaign Manager David Plouffe: A new online fundraising contest is being launched that will grant the members of the My.BarackObama.com groups that raise the most money through the end of the week the opportunity to participate in a personal conference call with Senator Barack Obama and Campaign Manager David Plouffe. Be on the lookout for more information from the My.BarackObama.com team.
State of the Campaign
Barack Obama's Schedule: On Monday, Barack Obama received the endorsement of the New York City Correction Officers’ Benevolent Association. Tuesday, he’s speaking at Change to Win in Chicago. Wednesday, he can be seen live on the NBC/NECN/New Hampshire Public Radio/New Hampshire Democratic Party debate, which will be broadcast live on MSNBC at 9pm EST. Following the debate he’ll head to New York, where he’ll participate in a live interview on ABC’s The View at 11am EST on Thursday before leading a major rally in Washington Square Park. On Friday, he speaks at Howard University’s Convocation and participates in the CBC Issues Forum in Washington, DC.
We has a very busy very successful tabling event in early August. We are gearing up to do more tabling events in this fall. If you are interested in helping out (we can use all the help we can get), you can email us at centralohioansforobama@gmail.com.
Thanks to everyone who participated and attended!! We had a great event attended by over 60 people including many new and first time volunteers. It was a night of excitement, fun and unity. Thanks to Jennifer for the pictures!
