Almost 2 million supporters have come together to build up a movement for change since Barack announced his candidacy for president last February. And over the past 17 months, supporters have joined this effort to bring Americans together, end the divisive politics of Washington, and give government back to the people.
Jackie in New Mexico:
I am a 59-year-old female and have never donated to a political candidate before Barack. I heard him speak here at Santa Fe Community College where I work and, I guess like so many others, for the first time in such a very long time, I did have hope again, and I cried.I'd all but given up on ever again believing in our political system, in ever again thinking that it could work for the good of the people or that anyone would make any sense again. And then I heard him speak and my heart nearly broke. I really didn't want to trust again. I was so crushed by what had happened to our idealism, in the sixties but he really did give me hope.
Travis in Washington, DC:
I recently started what I am calling the "Obama Diet" (no, I am not trying to become as skinny as Obama). For the past two years, I have gone out and paid for lunch every single day. Now, I keep a loaf of bread at my desk so I can make peanut butter and jelly sandwiches at lunch.The money I save goes to Obama. This is not much of a sacrifice when compared to what people in much more difficult financial circumstances are doing for Obama - like my grandmother, who saves money from her Social Security checks to donate - but it's a fun way to help the campaign.
Cindi in Utah:
Barack Obama has inspired me to become involved with the political process for the first time in my life. I am a 42-year-old typical white woman who grew up in Texas in a "backward, redneck" home.My oldest son heard Barack speak at an event in Los Angeles (my son is attending Occidental College) and was so impressed by Barack. I started watching the primary process and listening to Barack myself. I became inspired to get involved. I have never voted in a primary, a city or a state election, nor have I ever campaigned or donated to a campaign until this year.I heard on the radio that the Obama campaign had an office here in St. George, Utah, and I called the radio station to find out the address and went immediately to the office and started making phone calls. I also went door to door asking people to get out and vote. This is quite a feat because I tend to suffer from social anxiety, but I did it – while having anxiety attacks – because I felt it was so important for our country.Barack inspired me to want to make a difference and to be a better person. Barack Obama is what our country needs at this time. His time is NOW! I feel Barack is the one candidate who can bring this change about. I wanted to do all I could to make a difference even with being a busy mother of 7 (5 of my own and 2 step-children).We cannot do it alone but together we can make a difference – Yes, we can!!!
Anthony in California:
I have been a registered Republican for some time and changed my registration to independent in 2007 because I became disillusioned with the party. I am inspired by Barack Obama. I am proud to donate to the campaign, inform others about the truth and fight the smears as well as make it to the polls in November and bringing as many as I can with me.
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