I watched Obama's 30 minute special, "American Stories, American Solutions," and it truly touched me. Our donations allowed him to broadcast it around the country, but I believe that every person in America should watch this short film. It is so powerful and inspiring. Please do what you can to promote it to those around you:
American Stories, American Solutions.
If the person you are talking to does not think they have time to watch it, please implore them to do so. But we all understand that with the economy being what it is, between work, school and children some people don't have the time or energy that they would like. If that is so, this much shorter video speaks much the same message. It is what first inspired me to support Obama so long ago:
One Voice.
Hi all! With only 10 days to go, we need your support more than ever! Please join us for some great chances to help Obama win in this final push!
CALLING ALL ATTORNEYS
and
LAW STUDENTS
Are you interested in putting your legal skills to work on November 4th?
Join the Obama Voter Protection Program and serve as a Poll Watcher in the battleground state of Indiana, Michigan, Ohio or Wisconsin. TO SIGN UP
TEXT: ILLAW YOUR NAME YOUR STATE
(EXAMPLE: ILLAW ANN IL) TO OBAMA (62262)
OR VISIT
MY.BARACKOBAMA.COM/COUNSELFORCHANGE
EARLY VOTING
NOW THRU OCTOBER 30, 2008
In the Primary Election, Chicago led the state in Early Voting. Do it again, and bring a friend! If you are registered to vote, you don't need a reason or excuse to use the convenience of Early Voting -- but you do need a government photo ID. Early Voting allows Chicago voters to vote at any Early Voting location in the City of Chicago and avoid any kind of scheduling problems that may occur on Election Day, Nov. 4. All Chicago Early Voting sites are 100% accessible. All Chicago sites are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday, Oct. 13 - 30.
QUESTIONS? CALL 312-269-7900
Events-
Canvassing Nov. 1-4 - Get Out The Vote IN INDIANA region1gotv@obamafd.com
CD 1 events:
FRIDAY OCTOBER 24th--
Old School
“Come listen to the “DUSTIES” as you phonebank for Obama.
Bring Your Own Phone
Pizza--Prizes--Phun
TIme : 5pm - 9pm
SATURDAY OCTOBER 25th--
Potluck Social
Bring a dish, your cell phone, and a friend
Time: 1pm-6pm
SUNDAY OCTOBER 26th--
Phonebank
Bring your cell phone and have light snacks
FRIDAY OCTOBER 31st--
Fright Night
Dress up as your favorite...whatever and phonebank with us.
Bring your cell phone and treats for the kids.
Time 5pm - 9pm
Contact Information: 1500 E. 63rd Street 773.877.3350
Phone banking Join us all week for a different phonebanking extravaganza!
Cook County Democratic Women’s Organization 1500 E. 63rd (Corner of 63rd and Blackstone)
CD5 events:
Phone banking Join us all week for phonebanking!
Monday - Friday (9 AM - 9 PM) & Saturday (11 AM - 6 PM)
Contact Information: 47th Ward Office 4239 N. Lincoln 773-828-4338
CD7
Monday - Friday (5 PM - 9 PM), Saturday (10 AM - 4 PM) & Sunday (3 PM - 7 PM)
Contact Information: LOOP - IL Headquarters 566 West Lake St 312-474-1727
WEST - 1243 Woodbine Ave Oak Park, IL 701-202-8889
LOOP Monday - Saturday (9 AM - 9 PM) & Sunday (12 PM - 7 PM)
The last thing you want on Nov. 4 is to find out you are registered at the wrong address. Fortunately there is an easy way to confirm your registration online. Visit http://www.canivote.org/ to make sure your voice is heard.
The non-partisan website created by the National Association of Secretaries of State hosts an easy to use, comprehensive list of state websites where you can check your eligibility and registered address, and it also provides information on polling places, absentee ballots, and other things you'll need to know in November.
Pundits agree that voter turnout will be one of the most important factors in this election. Florida was decided by 537 votes in 2000. It only takes five minutes to ensure your enfranchisement in one of the most critical elections in history.
If your registration is incorrect, visit http://www.rockthevote.com/ to download a registration card that you can print and mail to election officials from the comfort of your own home. Hurry, the registration period is coming to a close in many states!
Howdy! Hope you all enjoyed the debate last night!!
The election is only 4 weeks away!! We need to kick it into even higher gear!!
Here are some great ways to get involved and do just that.
We have bowling for change, boxing for change, coffee for change, gallery events, dj's for change, canvassing trips, registration drives, dancing and more!!
Read below for more info and if you are bored, it is not my fault!!
1. Gallery Gala for Obama atZolla/Lieberman-Chicago (Fundraising)
Cometalk to your friends and neighbors who share your HOPE for the end of business as usual inWashington. Talk to people who've gone door-to-door talking to undecided votersin nearby swing states. Learn more about what you can do to help in these finalweeks of the campaign.
ENTERTAINMENT • Sam Prekop & Archer Prewitt ofThe Sea And Cake • Bubbly Creek Bluegrass Band • Andrea Amos/The Pawns • DanGolden: Klezmer/Gypsy/Jazz extravaganza • Speakers from the Obama campaign forCHANGE
WHATTO BRING: • A POTLUCKDISH (cold food only please) or SOFT DRINK to share • A CHECK MADE OUT TO:OBAMA FOR AMERICA (Suggested minimum donation: $50.00) • A SECOND BLANK CHECKto fill in at the event
Time: Sunday, October 5 at 4:00 PM
Duration:4 hours
Host:Amy/Peter Kachergis
Location: ZOLLA/LIEBERMAN GALLERY (CHICAGO, IL)
325 WEST HURON ST CHICAGO, IL 60610
R SV P: GalleryGalaforObama@gmail.com
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/fundraising/gsxv5w
2. Let's Give a Bump to Obama (Fundraising)
Fundraiserhosted by David Woolwine & Kevin Williams John Nordwall & RJ Hazen BobBoatwright & Douglas Abraham Chuck Hizer & Randy Zwik Kevin Jackson& Mike Peugh
Time: Sunday,October 5 at 5:00 PM
Duration: 3 hours
Host: DavidWoolwine
ContactPhone: 773-878-0772
Location: TOMBOYRESTAURANT (CHICAGO, IL) 5402 N.CLARK STREET CHICAGO, IL60640
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/fundraising/gshzxs
3. Illinois’ African and Caribbean Community Rally / Volunteer Training forObama (Meeting)
Rally andVolunteer Training for Barack Obama’s Presidential Campaign! This event isbeing organized by the leaders of African and Caribbean communities in andaround Chicago. Be part of Barack’s Movement for Change. Learn how you canvolunteer to help Barack in Iowa on Election Day! Admission is FREE and lightrefreshments will be provided. Speakers will include top staff from BarackObama’s Presidential campaign, key elected officials and community leaders.This is a unique moment in the history of our country. Change and a betterfuture are within our reach. You’ll be proud to be part of history! Come andlearn how you can volunteer in Barack’s “Illinois-to-Iowa” campaign during thefinal month of the campaign. To RSVP email or call: -Befekadu T. Retta. Email:bretta@obamafd.com. Phone: 312-420-2081 -Alderman Lionel Jean-Baptiste. Phone:847-424-0400 -Hayelom Ayele. Phone: 773-610-4541
Time: Saturday,October 4 at 3:00 PM
Duration: 2 hours
Host: JonathanKent
ContactPhone: 312-420-2081
Location: ETHIOPIANDIAMOND RESTAURANT (CHICAGO, IL) 6120 N.BROADWAY CHICAGO, IL60660
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/meeting/gsx4sd
4. Bikers 4 Obama, Ride for CHANGE...Ride forHOPE (Voter Registration Drive)
The followingevent is being brought to you by Bikers 4 Obama. Come join us thisSaturday(October 4th) at Rainbow PUSH for a Ride for CHANGE...Ride for HOPE.Join us for the Live Broadcast of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson's "PUSHForum", followed by a Police Escorted Motorcycle Motorcade to DearbornHomes, Englewood, Trumbull Park, Altgeld Gardens, 79th Street, Roseland, LowdenHomes and Princeton Park. Registration begins @ 9:30 AM Kickstands Up @ 12:00Sharp! Ride starts at Operation PUSH 930 E. 50th Street, Chicago, IL Ride endsat... Papi Chulo's Bar & Grill @ Sunset Bay Marina 13601 S. Calhoun, Chgo.IL (1 Block west of Torrence Avenue) 12:00 PM- 5:00 PM All Bikes and BikersWelcome Open to the General Public Voter Registration Drive Live Music/DJ Power92 Radio Station Personality-Stoni Stables Special Guest Speakers Bike ShowFood and Drinks For additional information contact...Money @ 773-220-2602 Thispolice escorted run will traverse through some of Chicago's historicallyAfrican-American neighborhoods to encourage people to register to vote. Thisweekend will be the last weekend that you can register to vote in the upcomingelection. The event is 100% FREE and will end at Sunset Bay Marina where freefood and entertainment awaits you. The first 200 bikers in the lineup willreceive a free BIKERS 4 OBAMA pin. All you have to do is bring your love andsupport for the candidate and be ready to have a good time.
Time: Saturday,October 4 at 9:30 AM
Host: TeryHardy
Location: RAINBOWPUSH (CHICAGO, IL) 930 E.50TH STREET CHICAGO, IL60653
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/debatewatchparty/gs5z5r
5. Black Women for Obama ChicagoNetwork "Get On The Bus" Voter Registration Bus Trip to Michigan(Women for Obama)
DATE: SATURDAY OCTOBER 4, 2008 DEPARTURE TIME: 6:30 AM RETURNTIME: 9:00PM (estimated) DEPARTURE LOCATION: Jewel Osco on Wabash at Roosevelt(State Street Side) COST TO RIDE: $10.00 per passenger. LUNCH: Brown Bag orPurchase. BOARDING PASS: Please bring an index card that has your name/numberand an Emergency Contact Name/Number We have drop/pick up privileges only. DONOT LEAVE YOUR VEHICLE IN THE JEWEL OSCO LOT. IT WILL BE TOWED.
Time:
Saturday, October 4 at 6:00 AM
Host:
Black Women for Obama Chicago Network
Location:
DEPARTING FROM JEWEL OSCO (CHICAGO, IL)
CORNER OF S. WABASH AND ROOSEVELT
ACROSS FROM THE STATE/ROOSEVELT EL STATION, WHICH IS A MAJORSTOP AND TRANSFER POINT ON THE RED, GREEN, AND ORANGE LINES
CHICAGO, IL 60605
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/womenforobama/gs7ph8
6. House The Vote Feat. Dj Lego (Fundraising)
Saturday October 4th Re:spect takes on a more meaningfulapproach as we host a fundraiser for presidential nominee, Barack Obama. Thisspecial event has employed the talents of Chicago's very own House legends,Lego, and Hector Lopez
We will also have on-site voter registration.
Come and join us as we celebrate hope, true change, anddiversity and help raise money for the Obama campaign.
Free Parking
Kitchen Open Late
Morseland
1218 W Morse
Chicago,IL 60626773.764.8900
Saturday, October 4 at 9:00 PM
Duration:
6 hours
Don Clark
Contact Phone:
773.764.8900
THE MORSELAND (CHICAGO, IL)
1218 W MORSE
CHICAGO, IL 60626
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/fundraising/gshsxv
7. Michigan Voter Registration DriveLeaving from Oak Park on 10/4 (Voter Registration Drive)
This is the last weekend we can register voters in Michigan forthe November general election. Michigan is considered a "Must Win";state for the Obama/Biden Campaign, but the state has gone almost 50/50 in thelast two election cycles. To help Barack Obama and Joe Biden win Michigan, wewill be going to Southern Michigan to register voters. We request that youarrive at 6:30 a.m. The carpools will leave at 7:00 a.m. and we will returnaround 7:00 p.m. that evening. .
When you respond, please provide us with your e-mail address andphone number. We need this information to contact you in the event there areany last minute changes. If you have any questions, please contact the Illinois7th Congressional District Field Organizer Stephanie Kirchner at 701-202-8889or skirchner@obamafd.com
Things to note for the trip: Please let us know if you can driveor if you need a ride. If you are riding in a carpool, please pitch in for gas.We ask that you bring a lunch in the event that we don't have the opportunityto go to a restaurant. Lastly, have fun. Invite your family, friends, andneighbors for an inspiring day to help make a positive change in our country.
Saturday, October 4 at 6:30 AM
David Barsotti
WEST SIDE OBAMA REGIONAL FIELD OFFICE (OAK PARK, IL)
1243 N. WOODBINE
OAK PARK, IL 60302
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/voterregistrationdrive/gsxwgk
8. (K. Jarvis) Indiana Voter Registrationdrive (Voter Registration Drive)
Spend the day registering people to vote. Park your car and ridecoach bus. Pack a lunch, bring pens and comfy shoes. Departure 8am return 3pmJewel parking lot 87th & Dan Ryan (ques. call 773-750-0461)
Saturday, October 4 at 8:00 AM
7 hours
Kamilah Jarvis
7737500461
87TH DAN RYAN JEWEL PARKING LOT (CHICAGO, IL)
87TH DAN RYAN JEWEL PARKING LOT
CHICAGO, IL 60619
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/voterregistrationdrive/gshycp
9. Evanston to Iowa Bus Trip -- ThisSaturday!! (Canvass)
Join our Evanston to Iowa excursions to canvass for Obama andtravel in style this Saturday, October 4th. The comfortable coach bus willdepart from the Democratic Party of Evanston headquarters, 821 Chicago Avenue,at 7 a.m.; we'll travel to Davenport, Iowa, get some training, and then godoor-to-door for Barack. We'll get a meal when we return to the Davenportoffice; we'll be back in Evanston about 8 p.m. Canvassing in a battlegroundstate is the most crucial contribution you can make to the Obama campaign --and now you travel in comfort! Call the DPOE at 847 491-0865 now to reserve aseat -- space is limited!
Saturday, October 4 at 7:00 AM
Toni Gilpin
DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF EVANSTON HEADQUARTERS (EVANSTON, IL)
821 CHICAGO AVENUE
EVANSTON, IL 60201
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/canvass/gshdtq
10. . Glenview to Milwaukee 10/4 (Canvass)
Help Obama and Biden win Wisconsin, one of the battlegroundstates. We'll meet in Glenview, carpool to Milwaukee, spend the day registeringvoters and identifying supporters, then return home in time for dinner. Noexperience necessary - the campaign staff will train you, and we'll pair newcanvassers with veterans. When you sign up, please send me a note with youremail address, phone number, and home address. Meeting location will beCarillon Square in Glenview, near the Blockbuster Video. Carillon Square islocated near the corner of Lake and Waukegan, just north of Lake on Waukegan.Please be there by 8:15 so we can get to Milwaukee on time.
Saturday, October 4 at 8:15 AM
Kevin Roos
CARILLON SQUARE (GLENVIEW, IL)
LAKE AND WAUKEGAN
GLENVIEW, IL 60025
11. Coffee For Change (Meeting)
Come out to meet Democratic Congressional Candidate Dan Seals.Hear Dan talk about the issues and ask any questions you might have. Find outhow you can help Dan, Barack and other Democratic Candidates win this November.
Sunday, October 5 at 4:00 PM
2 hours
David Usellis
LANDMARK INN (NORTHBROOK, IL)
1352 SHERMER ROAD
NORTHBROOK, IL 60062
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/meeting/gshp7g
12. Bowling For Obama (Fundraising)
Bowling at Brunswick bowling in Roselle on Lake street. Bowling,shoes included plus food. cost is $51pp or $76per couple. 50/50 raffle. minimumneeded 30
Debra Kelly
BRUNSWICK BOWLING CENTER (ROSELLE, IL)
1100 LAKE STREET
ROSELLE, IL 60172
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/fundraising/44xx2
13. Voters Registration Boxing Event(Voter Registration Drive)
Hi my name is Nilam Patel, I am Professional Boxing Promoter inIllinois. I am the only Asian Women boxing promoter in thw world at this time.I have been promoting show in south suburb of chicago. I love it. And I believein Barack Obama and I dearly admire him for stading up. We need change now andthat's why myself and my business partner Michael Evans (Might Mike Evan) whois also world champion in Wresting and Boxing. We would like Mr. Obama to comeout to this event we would like to get all the every one in the south suburb toregister to vote so we can make the "CHANGE" happen in november. Iwould really like if someone get back to me with asap due to the fact that wewould like to get to the promotion really quick. Thank you www.knockoutnow.com
Friday, October 3 at 6:30 PM
5 hours
Nilam Patel
HO-CHUNK SPORTS AND EXPO CENTER (LYNWOOD, IL)
10 SOUTH LAND DRIVE
GLEN DYER RD AND STONY ISLAND
LYNWOOD, IL 60411
http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/voterregistrationdrive/gs74k2
Now, if you are bored, it is not my fault. Go participate and make a difference!! Let me know how it goes!!
Enjoy and Go Obama/ Biden!!
Molly K
Read below for more info and go go go!!
1. Gallery Gala for Obama at Zolla/Lieberman-Chicago (Fundraising)
Come talk to your friends and neighbors who share your HOPE for the end of business as usual in Washington. Talk to people who've gone door-to-door talking to undecided voters in nearby swing states. Learn more about what you can do to help in these final weeks of the campaign.
ENTERTAINMENT • Sam Prekop & Archer Prewitt of The Sea And Cake • Bubbly Creek Bluegrass Band • Andrea Amos/The Pawns • Dan Golden: Klezmer/Gypsy/Jazz extravaganza • Speakers from the Obama campaign for CHANGE
WHAT TO BRING: • A POTLUCK DISH (cold food only please) or SOFT DRINK to share • A CHECK MADE OUT TO: OBAMA FOR AMERICA (Suggested minimum donation: $50.00) • A SECOND BLANK CHECK to fill in at the event
R S V P: GalleryGalaforObama@gmail.com
Fundraiser hosted by David Woolwine & Kevin Williams John Nordwall & RJ Hazen Bob Boatwright & Douglas Abraham Chuck Hizer & Randy Zwik Kevin Jackson & Mike Peugh
Time: Sunday, October 5 at 5:00 PM
Host: David Woolwine
Contact Phone: 773-878-0772
Location: TOMBOY RESTAURANT (CHICAGO, IL) 5402 N. CLARK STREET CHICAGO, IL 60640
3. Illinois’ African and Caribbean Community Rally / Volunteer Training for Obama (Meeting)
Rally and Volunteer Training for Barack Obama’s Presidential Campaign! This event is being organized by the leaders of African and Caribbean communities in and around Chicago. Be part of Barack’s Movement for Change. Learn how you can volunteer to help Barack in Iowa on Election Day! Admission is FREE and light refreshments will be provided. Speakers will include top staff from Barack Obama’s Presidential campaign, key elected officials and community leaders. This is a unique moment in the history of our country. Change and a better future are within our reach. You’ll be proud to be part of history! Come and learn how you can volunteer in Barack’s “Illinois-to-Iowa” campaign during the final month of the campaign. To RSVP email or call: -Befekadu T. Retta. Email: bretta@obamafd.com. Phone: 312-420-2081 -Alderman Lionel Jean-Baptiste. Phone: 847-424-0400 -Hayelom Ayele. Phone: 773-610-4541
Time: Saturday, October 4 at 3:00 PM
Host: Jonathan Kent
Contact Phone: 312-420-2081
Location: ETHIOPIAN DIAMOND RESTAURANT (CHICAGO, IL) 6120 N. BROADWAY CHICAGO, IL 60660
4. Bikers 4 Obama, Ride for CHANGE...Ride for HOPE (Voter Registration Drive)
The following event is being brought to you by Bikers 4 Obama. Come join us this Saturday(October 4th) at Rainbow PUSH for a Ride for CHANGE...Ride for HOPE. Join us for the Live Broadcast of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson's "PUSH Forum", followed by a Police Escorted Motorcycle Motorcade to Dearborn Homes, Englewood, Trumbull Park, Altgeld Gardens, 79th Street, Roseland, Lowden Homes and Princeton Park. Registration begins @ 9:30 AM Kickstands Up @ 12:00 Sharp! Ride starts at Operation PUSH 930 E. 50th Street, Chicago, IL Ride ends at... Papi Chulo's Bar & Grill @ Sunset Bay Marina 13601 S. Calhoun, Chgo. IL (1 Block west of Torrence Avenue) 12:00 PM- 5:00 PM All Bikes and Bikers Welcome Open to the General Public Voter Registration Drive Live Music/DJ Power 92 Radio Station Personality-Stoni Stables Special Guest Speakers Bike Show Food and Drinks For additional information contact...Money @ 773-220-2602 This police escorted run will traverse through some of Chicago's historically African-American neighborhoods to encourage people to register to vote. This weekend will be the last weekend that you can register to vote in the upcoming election. The event is 100% FREE and will end at Sunset Bay Marina where free food and entertainment awaits you. The first 200 bikers in the lineup will receive a free BIKERS 4 OBAMA pin. All you have to do is bring your love and support for the candidate and be ready to have a good time.
Time: Saturday, October 4 at 9:30 AM
Host: Tery Hardy
Location: RAINBOW PUSH (CHICAGO, IL) 930 E. 50TH STREET CHICAGO, IL 60653
5. Black Women for Obama Chicago Network "Get On The Bus" Voter Registration Bus Trip to Michigan (Women for Obama)
DATE: SATURDAY OCTOBER 4, 2008 DEPARTURE TIME: 6:30 AM RETURN TIME: 9:00PM (estimated) DEPARTURE LOCATION: Jewel Osco on Wabash at Roosevelt (State Street Side) COST TO RIDE: $10.00 per passenger. LUNCH: Brown Bag or Purchase. BOARDING PASS: Please bring an index card that has your name/number and an Emergency Contact Name/Number We have drop/pick up privileges only. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR VEHICLE IN THE JEWEL OSCO LOT. IT WILL BE TOWED.
ACROSS FROM THE STATE/ROOSEVELT EL STATION, WHICH IS A MAJOR STOP AND TRANSFER POINT ON THE RED, GREEN, AND ORANGE LINES
Saturday October 4th Re:spect takes on a more meaningful approach as we host a fundraiser for presidential nominee, Barack Obama. This special event has employed the talents of Chicago's very own House legends, Lego, and Hector Lopez
Come and join us as we celebrate hope, true change, and diversity and help raise money for the Obama campaign.
7. Michigan Voter Registration Drive Leaving from Oak Park on 10/4 (Voter Registration Drive)
This is the last weekend we can register voters in Michigan for the November general election. Michigan is considered a "Must Win"; state for the Obama/Biden Campaign, but the state has gone almost 50/50 in the last two election cycles. To help Barack Obama and Joe Biden win Michigan, we will be going to Southern Michigan to register voters. We request that you arrive at 6:30 a.m. The carpools will leave at 7:00 a.m. and we will return around 7:00 p.m. that evening. .
When you respond, please provide us with your e-mail address and phone number. We need this information to contact you in the event there are any last minute changes. If you have any questions, please contact the Illinois 7th Congressional District Field Organizer Stephanie Kirchner at 701-202-8889 or skirchner@obamafd.com
Things to note for the trip: Please let us know if you can drive or if you need a ride. If you are riding in a carpool, please pitch in for gas. We ask that you bring a lunch in the event that we don't have the opportunity to go to a restaurant. Lastly, have fun. Invite your family, friends, and neighbors for an inspiring day to help make a positive change in our country.
8. (K. Jarvis) Indiana Voter Registration drive (Voter Registration Drive)
Spend the day registering people to vote. Park your car and ride coach bus. Pack a lunch, bring pens and comfy shoes. Departure 8am return 3pm Jewel parking lot 87th & Dan Ryan (ques. call 773-750-0461)
9. Evanston to Iowa Bus Trip -- This Saturday!! (Canvass)
Join our Evanston to Iowa excursions to canvass for Obama and travel in style this Saturday, October 4th. The comfortable coach bus will depart from the Democratic Party of Evanston headquarters, 821 Chicago Avenue, at 7 a.m.; we'll travel to Davenport, Iowa, get some training, and then go door-to-door for Barack. We'll get a meal when we return to the Davenport office; we'll be back in Evanston about 8 p.m. Canvassing in a battleground state is the most crucial contribution you can make to the Obama campaign -- and now you travel in comfort! Call the DPOE at 847 491-0865 now to reserve a seat -- space is limited!
Help Obama and Biden win Wisconsin, one of the battleground states. We'll meet in Glenview, carpool to Milwaukee, spend the day registering voters and identifying supporters, then return home in time for dinner. No experience necessary - the campaign staff will train you, and we'll pair new canvassers with veterans. When you sign up, please send me a note with your email address, phone number, and home address. Meeting location will be Carillon Square in Glenview, near the Blockbuster Video. Carillon Square is located near the corner of Lake and Waukegan, just north of Lake on Waukegan. Please be there by 8:15 so we can get to Milwaukee on time.
Come out to meet Democratic Congressional Candidate Dan Seals. Hear Dan talk about the issues and ask any questions you might have. Find out how you can help Dan, Barack and other Democratic Candidates win this November.
Bowling at Brunswick bowling in Roselle on Lake street. Bowling, shoes included plus food. cost is $51pp or $76per couple. 50/50 raffle. minimum needed 30
13. Voters Registration Boxing Event (Voter Registration Drive)
Hi my name is Nilam Patel, I am Professional Boxing Promoter in Illinois. I am the only Asian Women boxing promoter in thw world at this time. I have been promoting show in south suburb of chicago. I love it. And I believe in Barack Obama and I dearly admire him for stading up. We need change now and that's why myself and my business partner Michael Evans (Might Mike Evan) who is also world champion in Wresting and Boxing. We would like Mr. Obama to come out to this event we would like to get all the every one in the south suburb to register to vote so we can make the "CHANGE" happen in november. I would really like if someone get back to me with asap due to the fact that we would like to get to the promotion really quick. Thank you www.knockoutnow.com
I've been reading a bit this morning, and I've found people starting to talk about Obama's position on gun control. The gun control issue seems to be returning somewhat, and Obama's support of the Assault Weapons Ban is really hurting him with moderate gun owners.
I think that it is something he really needs to rethink his stance, because the AWB did absolutely nothing to ban automatic weapons, curb violence, or prevent shootings. It is a meaningless piece of legislation that the Democratic Party needs to leave in the 90s. It serves only to drive away gun owners, which are 25% of American adults. 50% of American households have at least one gun.
Obama can't afford to let gun control become a national issue. Both he and the Democratic Party need to drop the issue, support the status quo, and fight other battles. There are very few people who will vote for gun control, and many people who will vote against. It just isn't worth it.
This is the thread that sparked my concerns:
http://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=2958956
Congressional staffers and members of the press packed a hearing room on Capitol Hill Wednesday for Rep. Barney Frank's (D-MA) announcement of the first federal marijuana decriminalization bill in decades.
The bill, H.R. 5843, would remove federal criminal penalties for the possession of small amounts of marijuana for personal use, so that federal law enforcement agencies can concentrate on violent offenders and major drug traffickers.
Decrim Bill Press ConferenceThree members of Congress spoke at the press conference in support of the bill. Frank spoke of the misuse of resources represented by current marijuana enforcement practices, while Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) and Rep. William Lacy Clay (D-MO) condemned the drug war's disproportionate impact on people of color.
Bill Piper, DPA's director of national affairs (Drug Policy Alliance), highlighted the collateral consequences of marijuana arrests. Piper explained that people convicted of a marijuana charge often lose their jobs and are denied school loans and other forms of public assistance.
Last year alone, the police made almost 830,000 arrests for marijuana law offenses in the United States. Nearly 90 percent of those arrests were for posssession for personal use.
CNN covered Wednesday's event with a story quoting Piper and other advocates.
http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/07/30/frank.marijuana/index.html
You can watch a CNN clip of Rep. Frank speaking on the bill here.
http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/07/30/frank.marijuana/index.html?iref=mpstoryviewcnnSTCVideo
DPA supporters have been advocating for H.R. 5843 since it was introduced this spring. If you have not yet taken action, urge your member of Congress to support the bill here:
https://secure2.convio.net/dpa/site/Advocacy?JServSessionIdr010=c9nkju1sf2.app2a&cmd=display&page=UserAction&id=209
A girl cries while listening to a speech by Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama in Bristow, Virginia. Mystery shrouded secret talks between Obama and Hillary Clinton, which sparked new speculation over her vice presidential prospects. (AFP/Tim Sloan)
Received a message from an on-site Obama supporter who's upset that their BLOGS bashing Hillary Clinton have been deleted! If I am being asked to choose sides, I remain steadfast in support of Barack Obama and side with the position of this site!
Think about the backlash that Obama has had to endure because of Rev. Wright and Father Phleger! This is the same premise. Yes, we do have the right to FREEDOM OF SPEECH and to speak our minds in regard to the candidates, but, not at the detriment of Obama's campaign and the site that he uses for campaigning purposes. Come on now! The media is scrutinizing Obama's every move and he is being held accountable for what others say and verbalize. We have to remain focused and see him through to the White House. That is our ultimate goal, right? When they talk about the Democratic Party uniting for the common good of the Party, THAT INCLUDES US and we can't be 100% effective in that if we, like Obama, don't make a truce with the Clintons and the entire democratic party to fight Republican Candidate, McCain! You don't have to like a person to work effectively with them! It would be suicide for Obama to continue to hold a grudge against Clinton WHILE HE'S STILL CAMPAIGNING! Even still, that phase of the campaign is now over! It's time to let it go and move forward! Obama's not in the White House yet! There's a lot of work ahead to get him there and we have to all ban together to get him there! We being "US" Obama supporters and Clinton's supporters and the supporters of all the other former democratic candidates. That CHANGE that Obama talks about and epitomizes, it starts with US! This thing can't rest on the backs of just one man because that is all he is.....one man! This site was meant for Obama supporters to come together, network, strategize and help him to win the 2008 Presidential office and guess what, that is still the purpose of this site! If there is a chance that many of Clinton's supporters may come over here to signify unification for Obama, they can't come over here met with hostility. We are ONE PARTY and our goal is to get the person elected as the Democratic Candidate for this election into the White House! We can't be bitching about who they would have preferred to see in office. That will only cause a rift between supporters and castrate any opportunity for Obama to win the 2008 Presidential Election! With that in mind, I have deleted my anti Clinton BLOG and I will embrace all who come here with a unification mindset in support of the man we're trying to get elected to office. I support the site for taking a stance! This is NOT a hate site, this is a campaign site! The fight is not over! We're still campaigning and we need all the help we can get, including the support of Clinton and her followers! Let's not forget that and let's not take this thing personally because when we screw up, the most that will happen to us is that they disable our on-site account, but, for Obama, our screw up can cost him this election. I thought that Rev. Wright understood that. Apparently he did not! I thought that all of Obama's supporters understood that as well! This isn't about you and me, this is about our support of Barack Obama for President.Let's not get sidetracked! Let's stay focused, keep our sleeves rolled up and LET'S DO THIS!
After the closely contested primary in Indiana last night, pundits and editorials are busy arguing over whether or not the race is effectively over.
This morning, Jim Rutenberg from the New York Times said he thinks the majority of newspapers are declaring the race over in favor of Barack Obama, and that this feeling should solidify over the course of the day. Then Katharine Seelye, also of the New York Times, said that the Clinton campaign has acknowledged that even the full delegate count from Michigan and Florida won't be enough to give them the nomination. This could be a sign that the NYT as a whole has decided that the primary has concluded, which would be a death knell for Clinton's campaign.
On the other hand, the LA Times remains undecided, with a series of articles that indicate that Clinton is still in the race, albeit in tough times. This view will be echoed in many of the morning dailies, which went to press before Clinton's lead in Indiana dropped to only 16,000 votes.
It will be interesting to see how the conversation changes over the next couple of days. Even if it doesn't finish off Clinton's chances, it will affect the outcome of the upcoming primary in W. Virginia. Her only chance is to maintain popular support through to the next round of primaries in Clintonian states, and then heavily contest the last round that is leaning towards Obama, before wrapping the thing up in the convention.
Clinton's campaign will have to work hard to prevent this line from hardening, or the superdelegates will move and the race really will be.
A recent New York Times article compares Obama and Clinton to a Mac and a PC. It specifically looks at this website, my.barackobama.com, and compares the ways social networking has been used by the campaigns.
While Mr. Santa Maria praised barackobama.com for having “this welcoming quality,” he added that it was “ethereal, vaporous and someone could construe it as nebulous.” He said there was a bit of the “Lifetime channel effect, you know, vasoline on the lens” to create a softer effect on the viewer. The “hectic” site that the Clinton campaign is offering could actually be quite strategic, exactly in step with her branding. After all, Mrs. Clinton repeatedly emphasizes how hard she will work for the average American “starting on Day 1.” If she comes across as energetic online, that may simply be her intention. If she shouts a bit more, typographically speaking, that may be the better to be heard.
This is a must read for any technophilic member of this site.
Link via New York Times
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Some more of what folks are saying:
Hello Everyone!
Would you like to help reframe the issue surrounding Senator Obama's middle name? Would you like to nuetralize the recent (and ongoing) drama about patriotic symbols such as flagpins? Then join us!
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Sign up here -> A Rose by any other Name < - and let your support be counted.
We all know that what really matters is the intelligence and integrity of a person, not the arbitrary coincidences of his name. We all know that what really matters is the content of his character. And it doesn't hurt that the greatest wordsmith of the English language is on our side!
This ACTION's title comes from the famous phrase "That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet." (Romeo & Juliet, Act II, scene2). And so would Barack still be the inspiring leader he is even if his name were different!
This ACTION basically says, "Barack Obama, regardless of his name, would still be the same leader who has insired a whole nation with hope and instilled in us a real sense of agency by his exemplary dedication to public service."
This ACTION wants to demonstrate that shows of patriotism can take many forms - wearing flagpins is one form, wearing the national flower is another, and, as Senator Obama has repeatedly said, speaking out for the best interest of the country is perhaps the strongest.
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"That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet." (Romeo & Juliet, Act II, scene2)
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this vision, this movement
is our vision for america
Obama and his big listening movement is the result of ears and American voices
It is more evolved than some can fathom
The fact that so many do
GET IT
is incredible, awesome, and inspiring
It is like living in the free world of america again-- smiling at your neighbor --
:)
I want to scream
"Welcome Home!"
"We love you"
to all of you
You are a beautiful people-- If anyone has seen Aaron Funk-- tell him Bob says hello
good friends
when will we all believe again that we benefit every single other being in order to be at once:
all that is?
so what. right?
well, after interfacing with well over a hundred people in New Mexico today, I would say the vote count for the registered democrats there from my personal tally was 40% Obama 30% Hillary 25% undecided 5% McCain. Of those undecided- 10 percent leaning towards hillary-- 20% toward Obama and every one but one undecided was definately turned on by my Obama speech-- I went way off script with the last undecided woman I spoke with (20 minute converse) and we spoke about the deeper issues of this movement-- The new frontier reality that I put in prosey poetics earlier. I hope she shares what we talked about with her fellow teachers on Monday-- that in itself payed for my hours there. She was my last call of the night and I must say it was inspirational.
It is also interesting to me that this dream world I have is so supraconscious-- see last blog-- so what... right?
It makes it so fucking real as well.
Of note--
I called 60 or so people in Zuni-- almost all were Native Americans. 75% of there phones were disconnected. I think I had some of the wyrdest but coolest conversations with these people. I am cherokee/french/german. There are many prophecies concerning the year 2012 that are shared between the Native Peoples in the southwest. I actually got to talk about these with some of those people. It was like "lightning striking in a clear blue sky."
Some people are swayed by Bill Richardson's making nice at the New Hampshire debate and hence lean towards Hillary. I wonder what that was about-- too many favors???
And everyone is waiting for Edwards to give them the go ahead to vote for Obama-- isn't it obvious he is in Obama's camp? I told those people, "couldn't you see him as a member of Obama's cabinet-- said the same to a Kucinich supporter as well. Seriously, those three candidates (Kucinich, Edwards, Richardson) all seem to be integral agents in this movement-- they are on the same team don't you think?
I am sure this will make more sense tomorrow after my mind is able to process it with sleep. What a day. I want to do it again-- is that wrong?
;)
lol
