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By Sammy Mar 13th 2008 at 1:09 pm EDT

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By Sammy Mar 13th 2008 at 1:10 pm EDT

I cant believe im finally first.

Yes I Can!!!!!

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By maria from europe Mar 13th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT

well done hehhe

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By Suzanne from CT Mar 13th 2008 at 4:49 pm EDT

Hi folks in Pennsylvania,

You are obviously computer literate, otherwise you wouldn't be here. Great. But think of all those potential voters for Obama who aren't, in your family, your friends, your co-workers. Here are some things you can do:

Print out some material that is easy to read and explains Obama's program (you find all of that on the web-site), and have it handy.

Print out some articles from the press to which you find links on the main blog, which provides reasons for voting for Obama.

And when you talk to your family or friends or co-workers about Obama, give them some printed material they can relate to.

For instance, this one is a good one if your mom or grandma can't decide between Obama and Clinton.

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By Eric Hussein Andraska of The Selfish Gene who is BITTER! Mar 13th 2008 at 10:51 pm EDT

I have never been inspired by a political candidate like I have been with Barack Obama. He is the right man for the job, and he has the leadership qualities required and the plans in place to get the job done and restore hope to Americans from every walk of life, every political party, every race & ethnicity, and every financial background. His campaign is funded by the people, and he will help people like you and me when he is our next President.

I've made phone calls over the last few weeks to voters in Virginia, Maryland, Wisconsin, Hawaii, Ohio, Wyoming, and Mississippi. I've been doing other ground work on my own, including sending emails and messages almost daily to friends and family. And I've made two cash donations to the campaign as well.

My birthday is coming up in a few days, St. Patrick's Day, March 17th. Since I will be heading into my final year of my 20's, turning 29, I have decided that I need a very special present since the realization that I will be thirty in a little over a year is not coming easy.

What I'm asking is for 100 of you Obama supporters out there to donate $17 to my fundraising campaign. My goal is $1700 by 11:59 PM on March 17th. If you can donate more, that is even better! Who knows, maybe it will bring you a little luck. Or, more importantly, bring our man Obama a little luck!

Please click the following link:

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Thanks, and go OBAMA! --Eric

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By The Fireman Mar 14th 2008 at 12:38 am EDT

Now is the time to help the good people of Pennsylvania to turn away from the politics of the past and help to move this nation forward. We must help them to learn that the change our candidate can lead us to is not about him, but about us, the citizens of the United States, taking our nation back from the big moneyed special interests.

We must help them to remember what they already know; that our nation’s heritage is one of courage, faith and optimism. We have never been ruled by our fears but are instead driven by our vision of better tomorrows, fueled by the courage that could reach across continents and, indeed out to the stars. Rewarded by our spiritual faith in a power greater than ourselves, we grew to become the greatest nation in the history of the world, with the foresight to leave the next generation with a better future than we had. That better future is in jeopardy, unless we change the priorities of our government.

Citizens of Pennsylvania, join this movement for Change and on April 22, 2008, "be here dedicated to the unfinished work" to return this nation to greatness. Join us as we renew the call which originally was made from your own hallowed Gettysburg, “that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth“. (A. Lincoln, 1863).
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By The Fireman Mar 14th 2008 at 12:39 am EDT

TO THE BRAVE, HONEST, HARDWORKING CITIZENS OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA, FROM THE FREED PEOPLES OF THE 49 OTHER STATES IN OUR UNION, IT IS MY HONOR AND GREAT PLEASURE TO INTRODUCE TO YOU THE HERALD OF OUR PATRIOTIC SOUL, THE SABER OF OUR CONSTITUTIONAL STRENGTH AND THE VOICE OF OUR COURAGEOUS NATIONAL COMPASSION. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, A GREAT DEFENDER OF DEMOCRACY FROM THE LAND OF LINCOLN, THE 21ST STATE ADMITTED TO OUR UNION, THE GREAT STATE OF ILLINOIS, I GIVE YOU THE NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, THE HONORABLE SENATOR BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA.

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How can he change the status quo? With our help! Link
What about Senator Obama on other issues? Link
And more to help you know…Link
That this is our chance…Link
To turn this nation around…Link
And…Link
Leave a better world for our children. Vote Barack Obama 08! If you believe in us, welcome to your future and thank you for joining in this effort. Link

Let’s go change the world!

Go Barack!
Grow ObamaNation!

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By RussiansforObama Mar 14th 2008 at 2:19 am EDT

how do you do that? do you get special notices before hand? Because when I'm online and a new thread appears, by the time I open the link,there are a million people

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By Karl-Heinz Mar 14th 2008 at 1:39 pm EDT

please send this link to anybady hillery supporterand Barack Obama supporter
you hafe to see it
No. 1
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the TRUTH about the clinton's
please look at this
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By Wowgirl Mar 13th 2008 at 1:26 pm EDT

When I listen and look at Barack Obama. I see a man who is steady. A man who is level headed. I see a man who is tough. A man who is taking punches right and left by his opponents and still answers back directly on issues and with respect.

We need to let people know that Obama was the one who wrote the legislation to help wounded Vets at Walter Reed.
We need to let people know that Obama stood up for a tougher ETHICS bill, when Senator Clinton and Harry Reid wanted to water it down.
We need to let people know that Obama co sponsored the transpancy bill so you can look up where your money is going to and who is influcing your congressmen and senators.
We need to let people know that Obama cosponsored
legislation with Dick Lugar to find weapons.
We need to speak up and let people know that Obama is Level Headed and honestly, don't you want a person who is level headed with good judgement answering the phone at 3 am?

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By Heather Mar 13th 2008 at 8:55 pm EDT

Absolutely. I am glad to know that so many offices have been opened in Pennsylvania. I think as both speakers in the video stated, if we get out there with that firce urgency and talk to people about Barack's policies, judgment, integrity ,common sense and the Clintons' dirty laundry, we can close the current point gap. Here is an article that may be of interest Link

We need to remember the Clintons' and their machine supporters have a vested interest of long standing and dirt to keep hidden - they are working their butts off. While we won Mississippi by a large margin, I am concerned about the 70% white vote for Hill as it tells me they are beginning to be effective in polorizing the electorate. We must not become complacent and distracted from understanding that the nomination is not yet our.

in addition to all the attention in registering independents, we need to know that there are many who would consider themselves democrates that are not registered in all poor, working and middle class neighborhoods that are easy to reach if we reach out to them.

Yes, we can.

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By Ann from TN Mar 13th 2008 at 10:12 pm EDT

I heard on msnbc last night that 24% of hilllary's vote in miss. were republicans responding to rush's urging for republicans to vote for clinton to keep obama from winning so the race will continue and he will get "bloodied up". Taking away that 24% of white voters who were republicans, the percentage of white democrats who voted would be more evenly divided.

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By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Mar 13th 2008 at 9:00 pm EDT

Wow!! So well said and chock full of good info. Obama is a man of "high integrity" and common sense. You can see it in the way he conducts his campaign....and he didn't have to loan himself $5 million, either!!

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By ♦♦♦ Crystal of NC ♦♦♦ Mar 13th 2008 at 7:51 pm EDT

YEA PA!!!!!

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By Barack-Biden_the_Vote for Change Mar 13th 2008 at 8:25 pm EDT

I am not going to give up on PA. I refuse to believe that the average voter will allow "elected" politicians tell them who to support.

I don't know if anyone watched Chris Matthews today but there was a radio personality from PA on there and he talked about how "Barack is the REAL DEAL". He said that he had been reading excerpts from Barack's first book, "Letters from my My Father" and repeatedly said that this talk about Barack being an empty suit is going to end -- He said again, "he is the real deal". If this guy is reading Barack's book to his listeners and they are listening, well I am hopeful that this is helping people understand why we need "this man at this time" in the White House.

Lets not give up on PA!

YES WE CAN!
Obama 08!!!

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By Vanessa in California Mar 13th 2008 at 7:54 pm EDT

Looks like Pittsburgh is FIRED UP and READY TO GO!!!! Good Luck and God Bless!!! I'll be praying, donating, calling, and cheering for ya all the way from California. We Shall Prevail!!!

One Love

Obama 4 Prez!!!! YES WE CAN!!!!!!!!!

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By Cheryl from Boston Feels the Gift Mar 13th 2008 at 7:56 pm EDT

Hello PITTSBURGH and Carnegie and to the old homestead of Andy Warhol.

Perhaps we could get from the family estate of Warhol and image of him with Barack...OK maybe not!

3 Rivers City!
Come on Pittsburgh, Tell them you don't drink latte but will vote for Obama! You prefer Iron City Beer!

Besitos Pittsburgh! Hello Plazek Family!

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By Hope In Texas Mar 13th 2008 at 8:39 pm EDT

Andy Warhol? Gotcha!

Free Printable Obama Posters! (Andy Warhol type w/assorted colors):
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Courtesy of: Deroy Peraza from www.Obamacycle.com

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By ReneeaCA Mar 13th 2008 at 9:04 pm EDT

...those are so0so nice...I have to print one for my bedroom window

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By Sano Mar 13th 2008 at 8:40 pm EDT

I've never been to Medzilaborce . . . might be worth a daytrip! LOL! :)

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By Derek from Victorville, CA Mar 13th 2008 at 7:56 pm EDT (Updated Mar 14th 2008 at 12:30 pm EDT)

This post has been removed due to offensive or disrespectful content.

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By Bella Hussein Reese Mar 13th 2008 at 7:59 pm EDT (Updated Mar 14th 2008 at 12:47 pm EDT)

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By Derek from Victorville, CA Mar 13th 2008 at 8:05 pm EDT

just because i bring up something that isnt "positive" dosent mean im trolling, im trying to find out about the video given as the source is FOX news

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By Musetta Mar 13th 2008 at 8:08 pm EDT

I would also be interested in knowing the history and outcome of this video. I saw a clip on ABC News this evening... what's the story? I'm new to the blogs so it isn't old news to me.

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By Doraine Mar 13th 2008 at 8:34 pm EDT

Though I think many AA males do have those experiences, this is not what Barack Obama is about. For those who feel this way, it is my hope they will begin to see themselves and their potential in a different light. It will be wonderful to see what may be said 50 years from now.
Just look at what the Clinton campaign is doing. They seem to be building on these types of feelings. It just goes to show the amount of healing still necessary.
To me, this shows what hope can accomplish, and it also shows it can be done without the angry feelings experienced in the pulpit. I believe if nothing else, Barack has made us all think and helped us all see and internalize the actual concept, foundation and realization from building on hope and through action helping individuals see how a lack of hope keeps us standing still.
I believe some of the issues surrounding this campaign mean for some that if somehow Clinton gets the nomination, that good will lose against evil.

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By Barack-Biden_the_Vote for Change Mar 13th 2008 at 8:42 pm EDT

Barack has said stated may times, "Wright is like an old uncle who says many things that he does not agree with. He has stated "he doesn't not agree with any language that is divisive no matter who it comes from". Fox News are the ones who put this tape out and, frankly I don't think any Democrat supporter should take anything that Fox News puts out. Fox News entire purpose is to make sure a Republican President is elected into office and they will hammer any story if they thought it would help their cause.

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By Sinknyc Mar 13th 2008 at 9:24 pm EDT

We need to throw Wright over board now.....we don't need this s@#t now!!!!!!!!!

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By Mina in the blue Commonwealth of Virginia Mar 13th 2008 at 8:43 pm EDT

Fox has something against Barack. They never have anything positive to say about the man. I have boycotted the station.

I think the pastor in so many words was saying thats it's tough to be a black man in America - which may have been an emotional response to someone saying Oabama is a leading presidential candidate only because he black.

Is this preacher part of his campaign. I believe this man is/was Obama's preacher? Traditionally, I don't think preachers have become active members of candidates campaigns.

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By Barack-Biden_the_Vote for Change Mar 13th 2008 at 8:52 pm EDT

I agree with you... I don't watch Fox News. Hannity actually has an Investigative Reports show on the weekend dedicated to Barack Obama trying to dig up dirt on Barack.

When you have to look at sermons of a Pastor lets me know that they have NOTHING on Barack. Now they have to prove him guilty of something by association. They are assuming that he will be the nominee and they are starting early to try to discredit him.

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By Mary from Vermont Mar 13th 2008 at 9:05 pm EDT

You do know that Fox News is a right wing propaganda machine, right? It's owned by Rupert Murdoch who is good friends with George Bush. The 'reporters' have no integrity or respect for themselves, let alone, their viewers. They are constantly spewing right wing ideology and promoting untruths about anything outide of their twisted set of beliefs. It's disgusting!

Whew. Don't go there.

Mary

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By Ann Hussein West(Carrollton,Tx) McCain is McSame as Bush = UNJUST War " WORLD'S WORST= Fox News & Limbaugh Mar 13th 2008 at 11:44 pm EDT

Sean Hannity is on a witch hunt with the Democrats anyway especially OBAMA. I was turning the channel and caught the end of his interview with John Mccain and he was trying to get Mccain to say something negative about Obama being with his pastor and John Mccain says he knows Obama well and he is not like that.(Im going to email him on that and poke fun)

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By C A Knapp Mar 13th 2008 at 11:48 pm EDT

The number to FOX news is 212- 301-3000 I called and complained about their racist comments and they hung up on me. Apparently, they are expecting calls, so lets keep them busy...

I haven't watched FOX since Al Gore lost but I know that Sean Hannity is behind the attacks on the minister. If someone attacked a Minister of Seans I know he would be outraged and say what about freedom of religion. Seems that the rules only apply one way to that station so I just really do not listen to them anymore. They are not speaking for me and for most Americans with any common sense. As far as his comments about being black, if Sean Hannity seems to think he is the expert on this field, then my eyes are deceiving me!!!!

Write or call and register your views if it bothers you how the media just can't stick to the issues. They have to drudge up other stuff.

All this time, my 23 year old healthy son can not get health insurance. He had ankle surgery due to a tendon injury and then my insurance company dropped him, when he turned 23. I tried to pay for the insurance at a higher indivdual rate instead of the group rate but was told he has a pre existing condition so they will not cover him. He is only 23 years old..

I am calling all MOTHERS TO UNITE - WE NEED TO GET BACK TO THE ISSUES AND ELECT BARACK OBAMA

He is the future

Yes WE Will

I AM A MOM FOR OBAMA
snd I am fighting mad!

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By frstan Mar 13th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT

He retired as preacher over a year ago!

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By Please delete my profile... Mar 13th 2008 at 8:57 pm EDT

a month ago... but he was fasing out before then.

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By Please delete my profile... Mar 13th 2008 at 8:55 pm EDT

First his EX-pastor has no relationship with the campaign. period. Fox had those tapes for a month and pulled them out now... why??? to keep the racial divide and mudslinging. The are the GOP. Also, while Hillary was apologizing her other other hand was asking for the tape to be played. It is OLD! It will burn out just as fast as it flamed up.

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By Sarah Mar 14th 2008 at 2:33 pm EDT

Don't be fooled. Everything negative that the Clintons can get their hands on, they'll put out. They can deny it, but don't be fooled. They stay up all night plotting because that's the only way they think they can win.

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By Sole Mar 13th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT

Troll or not they will bring this video again and again, until the PA vote is over. Here is the deal, whenever anybody bring it, don't pay attention. The old man is at home and resting with his grand kidds, it is absolutely unthinkable to bring this now and made this guy think about what he said FIVE years ago. If you see a "sinner" would you be the first to throw a stone to him/her? Lets not respond to this video anymore. Just ignore it, please.

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By Bonita from California Mar 14th 2008 at 11:13 am EDT

Apparently, the church sells videos of the Rev. Wright's sermons, so I'm sure they are easily available.

I'm white, my husband is AA, and we're both in our 50s. We talked about this video after we saw it, and we both have observed that older people of both races who grew up with strict segregation tend to see the world as much more racially polarized, and seem to have a lot more wounding around race.

When Barack says in essence that Rev. Wright is like the uncle who pops off and says controversial things, but he's still part of your family, I totally understand. The 20 years I lived in the South, I knew a lot of (mostly older) people who basically had good hearts, but held some pretty entrenched views about race.

I think Barack has a unique opportunity to move people beyond their entrenched views because of his messages of inclusion and unity. And, because he is a bi-racial man, he's a living, breathing symbol of that transcendence.

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By Nonny from Wolsey, SD Mar 13th 2008 at 8:33 pm EDT

It was on the news tonight that Obama has distanced himself and he was never part of the campaign as far as I know. At least he has never been mentioned.

Someone got hold of an old tape and had to make a big thing out of it, trying to bring up more junk to make people doubt.

I have read Obama's book on "Dreams From My Father." If you have any doubts, read it and you'll never doubt him again. He is a good person that cares for all people.

I have also read "Audacity of Hope". We need hope to make us join together to help the cause.
It is also a good book about his struggles in life, his hopes and dreams.

GO OBAMA

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By Mina in the blue Commonwealth of Virginia Mar 13th 2008 at 8:47 pm EDT

It would be good if while campaigning we could pass out free copies of his book Dreams of My Father in PA. Maybe people could donate their copies so that others can really get to know Barack.

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By Independent 4 Obama Mar 15th 2008 at 3:16 am EDT

I totally agree,Obama would not be getting hit from all sides if his opponents on both sides didn't see his ideology as a threat to the past.
I look forward to Obama getting the sparkle back in his eyes. I hope he knows most people see through the tactics...even as some try to put everything back to "THE WAY THEY WERE".
I'm 51 with an 11 yr old son.......This election is about our children.....They don't see the world divisively....Our elders are naturally resistant to change....but it's the one thing that keeps America and the human race moving forward.Thank you Obama for not taking the easy road......for taking the punches for all of us.... hope it stops soon.Looking forward to hearing more on your specific platforms in regard to Economics and Education .

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By Independent 4 Obama Mar 15th 2008 at 3:24 am EDT

I totally agree,Obama would not be getting hit from all sides if his opponents on both sides didn't see his ideology as a threat to the past.
I look forward to Obama getting the sparkle back in his eyes. I hope he knows most people see through the tactics...even as some try to put everything back to "THE WAY THEY WERE".
I'm 51 with an 11 yr old son.......This election is about our children.....They don't see the world divisively....Our elders are naturally resistant to change....but it's the one thing that keeps America and the human race moving forward.Thank you Obama for not taking the easy road......for taking the punches for all of us.... hope it stops soon.Looking forward to hearing more on your specific platforms in regard to Economics and Education .

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By joe ruwe Mar 13th 2008 at 7:59 pm EDT

old news/totally irrelevant. kill your tv. time for some donations!!!

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By V-Day Mar 13th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT

I boycotted the TV this week! So done with their choices of what really matters to folks....like jobs,price of oil,economy tanking, war....it really is unbelievable....the way they abuse their power. We never ever see footage of the war.....
maybe if we did, we would not still be in this mess.

Kinda makes u wonder!

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By Cheryl from Boston Feels the Gift Mar 13th 2008 at 8:01 pm EDT

How about creating a profile Derek and become a part of this huge family group.

Because honestly we really don't need to see that again and I wonder with no profile if you are trying to inflame group here.

Sorry to say that, but profiles are a part of a trust.

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By ♥Lynn♥ who is now seeing CHANGE in Politics and USA Mar 13th 2008 at 8:23 pm EDT

Hey Derek,

You may not know how to create a profile because I have been involved and didn't know until this month.
Go to my.barackobama.com to create it. We would love to have you and yes Cheryl it is a trust factor.

YES WE CAN! and WE CAN'T WAIT!

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By Eric Hussein Andraska of The Selfish Gene who is BITTER! Mar 13th 2008 at 10:51 pm EDT

I have never been inspired by a political candidate like I have been with Barack Obama. He is the right man for the job, and he has the leadership qualities required and the plans in place to get the job done and restore hope to Americans from every walk of life, every political party, every race & ethnicity, and every financial background. His campaign is funded by the people, and he will help people like you and me when he is our next President.

I've made phone calls over the last few weeks to voters in Virginia, Maryland, Wisconsin, Hawaii, Ohio, Wyoming, and Mississippi. I've been doing other ground work on my own, including sending emails and messages almost daily to friends and family. And I've made two cash donations to the campaign as well.

My birthday is coming up in a few days, St. Patrick's Day, March 17th. Since I will be heading into my final year of my 20's, turning 29, I have decided that I need a very special present since the realization that I will be thirty in a little over a year is not coming easy.

What I'm asking is for 100 of you Obama supporters out there to donate $17 to my fundraising campaign. My goal is $1700 by 11:59 PM on March 17th. If you can donate more, that is even better! Who knows, maybe it will bring you a little luck. Or, more importantly, bring our man Obama a little luck!

Please click the following link:

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Thanks, and go OBAMA! --Eric

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By Barack-Biden_the_Vote for Change Mar 13th 2008 at 8:33 pm EDT

Derek -
I don't know whether you are a troll or not, but as a fellow Democrat I wouldn't put much faith into anything that Fox News would feed you about any Democrat. If you are a troll, remember they will not hesitant to burn your candidate too.

Just in case you are a troll, I think I will donate $20.00 as a precaution. :-)

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By Daniel from Texas Mar 13th 2008 at 8:44 pm EDT

As a white man, I don't see one thing offensive about that video at all. Here is a very provocative preacher, pointing out that we have to love one another in the name of Jesus. Even though blacks have been oppressed and there is still lingering racism in this country.

His language may make many whites uncomfortable, but did he say people should be angry at whites? Seek revenge against whites? Discriminate against whites? All I heard is that Jesus sets the example by which to live.

Sure, I would never talk like that. I'm white, I don't see things from this guys perspective. But I do see what the underlying message of this clip is. It is not racist, it is healing. But heck, that's just my opinion. Like good poetry, people can interpret what was said in their own context.

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By Please delete my profile... Mar 13th 2008 at 9:00 pm EDT

Dan thanks for the true spirit of our campaign.

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By HAP64068 Mar 13th 2008 at 11:38 pm EDT

Great comments. As a white minister, they cut off the best part at the end. He was making the point that in spite of what Jesus dealt with- he did not have time to hate. AND, that WE do not have time to hate if we are followers of Jesus. It was a super sermon delivered in a vibrant style.

Politicians with an agenda will misuse this tape. Those who are ignorant of the Bible will be offended by his words (look how Jesus was dealt with!).

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By GeorgiaPeach Mar 13th 2008 at 9:05 pm EDT

it wasn't a hate speech. it was an overly dramatic sermon that some ministers unfortunately deliver in church every blue moon. i don't agree with it, as i'm sure most of Trinity's members don't... and i'm sure the church congretation had forgotten about this particular sermon until the media tried to make it a big deal. keep in mind all pastors and priests are human, and make mistakes... this video is not a reflection of Obama! Yes We Can

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By GeorgiaPeach Mar 13th 2008 at 9:17 pm EDT

ooops, typo: congregation

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By Carolyn of RI Mar 14th 2008 at 1:07 am EDT

Dan,

I agree with you. Well said. Moreover, if Rev. Jeremiah Wright inspires Obama to have the "audacity of hope," then who am I to complain. The proof is in the pudding.Barack is one righteous man coming out of this church.

And I'll say amen to that!

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By Ready4Change Mar 14th 2008 at 2:25 am EDT

Wow, I’m quite impressed with your open mind Dan and maturity.

Anyway, here is my 2 cents as an AA woman who supports Barack. That type of passionate over zealous sermon delivery is common to the black religious experience and should not be construed as anger.

I think Dr. Wright’s intended audience was actually to other blacks who have made disparaging remarks about Obama, like Jesse Jackson, Sr. and Stanley Crouch. Their remarks questioned Sen. Obama’s cultural authenticity. Mr. Crouch actually said that Sen. Obama’s experience is not the experience of the average African American who are descendants of plantation slaves. Ultimately, I think the sermon was speaking to how incredibly ludicrous such an assertion is for people to suggest that HRC has a more intimate understanding of the black experience by virtue of her association with Bill Clinton.

Now to be fair, the language in the sermon is divisive but far from hate speech.

Sen. Obama’s message resonates with so many people for a reason; he is encouraging us to be engaged in the political process, to see ourselves as able to effectuate change in the hallowed halls of Washington where ordinary Americans are often not welcome or respected. I’ve realized that so many people of different races, classes, and genders have a vested interest in stagnation. Some people believe that it cannot be any other way! That we, who support Obama’s candidacy, are naïve, deluded, and gullible. At every monumental moment in history, there are two groups of people. The ones who think it is foolish to fight for change, and the ones who choose to continue to press for change so that the world, even those who resisted and doubted, may benefit.

"Nothing is so fatiguing as the eternal hanging on of an uncompleted task."
William James
We’ve come to far – we must press!

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By joe ruwe Mar 13th 2008 at 8:02 pm EDT

Honest Abe - best President ever!! (debatable)

i'm hoping obama will bring some rivals across the isle into his administration like A.L. did. the best from either party! (no clintons though)

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By Kayla Mar 13th 2008 at 7:59 pm EDT

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Daily Reminder of Essential Obama Videos, For Newcomers & Undecideds

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Barack's 2002 speech opposing the war, re-created by supporters.
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Barack Obama opposing the war in 2002, 2003, 2004... it was more than just a speech.
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"An American Dream," the story of college student Josh Stroman who pulled his life together after jail, and who was inspired by Barack Obama to get socially involved.
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And me touting my own video, "who was right?"
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By Jen Rencher from Jersey City Mar 13th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT

Excellent. Thank you for doing the research.

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By Hope In Texas Mar 13th 2008 at 8:45 pm EDT

I've often said that Barack reminds me of Lincoln . . . .

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By Jasmine, NC Congratulations President elect Obama, Mar 13th 2008 at 8:01 pm EDT

So is anyone on here coming over here to NC?

Also, according to the NC voter website, unaffiliated (independent) voters can vote in the primary, they just have to choose dem or rep.

I was wondering if anyone knows if I can get a bunch of voter registration forms to hand out?

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By Joanna Mar 13th 2008 at 8:11 pm EDT

Hey jasmine. Where are you in NC? We're having a meet up in Durham on Saturday at Blue Coffee Cafe.

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By Jasmine, NC Congratulations President elect Obama, Mar 13th 2008 at 8:24 pm EDT

I was just looking at the events section. The raleigh is closest to me, I didn't see anything in the Apex, Holly springs area. I may have to contact you all and see how you're doing it so I can form a group down here in the south west part of wake county.

Ps: I work in a middle school and had one of the kids tell me today that he wished he could vote...I was so happy to see our kids paying attention to politics and current news. His grandma in fl is a Clinton supporter...

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By Mia-NC, Know hope! Mar 13th 2008 at 8:13 pm EDT

Hi Jasmine, join the meetup group Triangle for Obama; they have been doing lots of voter registration activities and I'm sure they'd love to hear from you!

Participate | Report to Admin

By Kayla Mar 13th 2008 at 8:02 pm EDT

Participate in a "good" Obama viral email project over at Daily Kos.

Link

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By Cool Chick for Obama-Austin,TX Mar 13th 2008 at 8:08 pm EDT

Also something to make everyone laugh...really...Stranahan just posted this on dailykos and I can't quit laughing...
check it out:
Link

Donate,donate,donate!
Barack '08

Re: Participate | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Mar 13th 2008 at 8:59 pm EDT

Awesome! Please keep posting this!!

Re: Participate | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Mar 13th 2008 at 9:03 pm EDT

That was meant for Kayla's link.

Erin - I couldn't get yours to come up.

Hurrah, Hurrah, Pennsylvan-ia! | Report to Admin

By patty Mar 13th 2008 at 8:09 pm EDT

As a proud alum of the University of Pennsylvania, I am asking if you'll consider donating to Barack Obama's campaign through my personal fundraising page:

Link

Penn's mascot is the Fighting Quaker. Let's elect the leader who is a figher...for justice and peace.

Yes We Can!

Patty

admiration for this campaign | Report to Admin

By Mary R. Il. Mar 13th 2008 at 8:10 pm EDT

EVery day I find I have more and more admiration for this campaign. So many people ac ross this country are involved doing all sorts of little and big things. From running offices to making buttons to baking cookies and selling them.

Thank you to everyone .. for believing this country can be better.

Yes HE Can Obama..he is calm and cool, and has good old fashioned (I agree with an earlier post) common sense. Obama is who I want answering the phone if it indeed ever does need answering.

WATCH COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN | Report to Admin

By Kay Mar 13th 2008 at 8:10 pm EDT

Let's all watch Countdown with Keith Olbermann, to give him support after what he did for America, yesterday.
We should all keep his ratings up.

Re: WATCH COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN | Report to Admin

By joe ruwe Mar 13th 2008 at 8:15 pm EDT

agreed. Olberman did a great service for his country last night.

Love this video | Report to Admin

By MagaPac Mar 13th 2008 at 8:11 pm EDT

Barack with the Generals.... love this, and so

true. "No Shock Barack"

"No Drama with Obama"

We need to spread this video, it sure didn't get

the coverage it deserved. Over shadowed by the

stupidity of G.Ferraro.

Re: Love this video | Report to Admin

By MagaPac Mar 13th 2008 at 8:12 pm EDT

ooops, here's the link.

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suggestions... | Report to Admin

By Aaron Mar 13th 2008 at 8:13 pm EDT

how about adding a 5-7 minute part of the stump speech about EXPERIENCE...i.e.

years served in elected office..MORE than hillary
talk about his accomplishments in state- healthcare, ethics, video of all interrogations...etc...

then talk about senate...bipartisan on nuclear proliferation, ethics and then his other major achievements...

then talk about community organizer, CONSTITUTIONAL LAW PROFESSOR, civil rights attorney

and then continue normally :)

Re: suggestions... NO MORE DEBATES | Report to Admin

By Jude from Belleville, NJ Mar 13th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT

Why is Senator Obama agreeing to more debates. What do we profit from it. Our campaign needs to go out there and meet real people and try to win PA, INDIANA AND NORTH CAROLINA.

The debates are a waste of time. Moreover, we are leading, and we don't need it.

OBAMA FOR AMERICA!!!

Re: suggestions... NO MORE DEBATES | Report to Admin

By David in Nashville Mar 13th 2008 at 8:33 pm EDT

Agreed! Just a chance for the opponent to "posture" and/or attack Barack. It comes off like a personality contest, not relevant issue discussion. Yuk.

Re: suggestions... NO MORE DEBATES | Report to Admin

By Gabriel from Ridgeland, MS Mar 14th 2008 at 1:20 am EDT

Barack should certainly not do any more debates until and unless Ms Clinton releases her 2006 and 07 tax returns, her earmarks for the same period and grants public access to the Clinton libary papers presently under lock an key. knowing fully well that she will never release these documents till the whole primaries are completed he can then have a clear reason for not honoring her desire for more debates. We are coming from behind in Penn and televised debates wont serve any useful purpose. Rather him and as many of his surrogates as possible need to literally blanket Penn and get the message of hope, change and Unity along all previously dividing lines out to the common people of Penn. It is they not the miserably biased MSM folks who will decide this primary.
As an aside regarding the Michigan and Florida situation i think the best resolution to the affair which would preserve some sense of justice, exact the deserved punishment for the deplorable conduct of the state reps in moving forward their primary dates while not disenfrachising the common folk would be to slash their total delegate counts in half (punishment for tnot ff the set rules). The remaining half of the delegates can then be seated at the convention split exactly in half between Obama and Clinton so that neither camp is seen as gaining any advantage from those two primaries. This way Clinton is not rewarded for her treacherous behavior in leaving her name on the michigan ballot and campaigning+holding fund raisers in Florida despite her written and signed statement to abide by the established rules. I think this way the states are not disenfranchised but yet punished so that a precedent encouraging lawlessness is not set. Furthermore this will save millions of dollars being spent on a redo which if done anything short of a regular primary/caucaus will likely be so fraught with irregularities that it will make the Florida 2000 vote fiasco look like a picnic. If any of you have the ear of HQ kindly forward this suggestion. We must not allow Clinton steal this nomination by using the Florida and Michigan voters as unwilling pawns.

Yes We Can!!! Si Se Puede!!! | Report to Admin

By Hopeful Mar 13th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT

Go Pittsburgh Go!

Way to go Pittsburgh | Report to Admin

By Peter Hill Mar 13th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT

I used to live about 6 blocks from that office. East Liberty was a vibrant neighborhood in the fifties. Then "urban renewal" came along and ripped the heart out of the neighborhood.

(you can read more about that here:)
Link

Now they are trying to revitalize this neighborhood, just like Barack is trying to do for American politics. I believe he can, not because he is all powerful or has some magic power. It is his ability to inspire us to believe and do our part to make our country a better place.

Yes We Can!

Re: Way to go Pittsburgh | Report to Admin

By Musetta Mar 13th 2008 at 8:21 pm EDT

How perfectly metaphorical. :)

Re: Way to go Pittsburgh | Report to Admin

By Vincent Mar 13th 2008 at 9:09 pm EDT

My sister used to work for AT&T in Pittsburg and has arranged houseing for me with one of her friends. So I am useing my two week vacation from work to be on the ground for Barack Obama. I am a Teamster and my co-workers are paying the airfare. Never in my wildest dreams did I believe I would be elected as a delegate for Barack here in Seattle. Then travel across country to campaign for him also. Yes I can!!!

Re: Way to go Pittsburgh | Report to Admin

By Peng in Gresham, OR Mar 13th 2008 at 10:05 pm EDT

GO GO GO
Go Get-them! :)

Re: Way to go Pittsburgh | Report to Admin

By C A Knapp Mar 14th 2008 at 12:25 am EDT

Thank you for going to Pittsburg, and for being a delegate. I wanted to do that, but can not really afford it. I am also a SEIU union member. We are waiting to vote for Barack here in Oregon. Have to wait until May---- Please get out the vote and get people to register.

Everyone if you register before May 24, you can elect Barack Obama and send Hillary home

Lets Do It

Mom for Obama

27 Helped So Far! | Report to Admin

By Mike Womack Mar 13th 2008 at 8:19 pm EDT

James (Obamacrat) sent me this message:
Just to let you know, my wife Mary "Obamacan" just donated $625.00 to Ilya's fundraiser. My wife is disabled like myself. We noticed what you wrote about Ilya and liked it; a hard working volunteer in PA.
I had already reached my $2300 limit. With this donation to Ilya my wife has now reached the $2300 limit also. Phew!

These are the kinds of responses I get to this list. And the receivers of donations get similar notes. It’s pretty inspiring.

Wouldn’t it be fantastic if we could take #1 off the list? We need 158 people giving $25 to move off Mama For Obama. Also, two Pennsylvania people on the list and a guy who worked at The Towers during September 11

The Top Ten List:
1. Here’s a Mama For Obama. $4491 more, now $4476-$4471-$4461-$4351-$4326- $4276-$4256-$4241-$4191-$4166- $4141-$4116-$4106-$4096-$4071- $4046-$3996-$3971-$3951 (or 158 donations of $25)
Link
2. Here is Lisa From L.A. She needs $880 more…make that $870-$865-$855-$805-$795
Link
3. New To This has raised much of her $5,000 but still is lacking $1475-$1465-$1455-$1420-$1410- $1400
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4. Jim Lyon worked in the Twin Towers in Sept. 21 and featured in today’s morning news. $975-$925-$896-$846-$796-$721- $711-$634-$608-$583-$476-$451- $431-$406-$353-$326-$301-$200- $175!
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5. Brenda from Richmond is looking for another $450-$440-$435-$415-$390
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6. Adam_Philadelphia has been spending ALL his time on the ground in Philly rousing the troops. He needs a boost in his fundraising, if we can do it. $910-$860-$850-$805-$705-$680.
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7. Ilya needs $955-$930…WOW $305-$245 more. HE’s a volunteer coordinator working his heart out in Pennsylvania and doesn’t have a lot of time to raise money. Can we help him?
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8. IManOBAMAmama has been VERY busy starting groups in PA and making calls. Can we help her make her goal while she’s busy on the ground? $980-$965-$915 to go.
Link
9. Jill helped another Obama friend raise over $800. Now she needs help. Can we give her some? $1665-$1655 to go.
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10. Denis wrote, “A year ago I would have never imagined I'd be spending a Saturday making calls soliciting support for a political candidate. For that matter blogging, sign waving, or reading every word a health care plan… Can anyone can help out?” Well? $900 to go.
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Clinton is losing | Report to Admin

By Ton from Lynnwood, WA Mar 13th 2008 at 8:20 pm EDT

Clinton is losing
by kos
Link

Thu Mar 13, 2008 at 02:29:52 PM PDT
Let's count the ways that Obama is winning:

1.) Pledged Delegates: (Using AP's numbers, with Obama's count in parenthesis)

Obama: 1,390 (1,411)
Clinton: 1,248 (1,250)

2.) Popular vote: I updated this post with results from Mississippi. I took out the Texas caucuses just to give this the best pro-Clinton spin possible, though I still think the caucuses are a separate contest and need to be accounted for. (Obama ended up winning Mississippi by over 100,000 votes.)

Obama: 13,614,204
Clinton: 12,801,153

3.) Primaries Won: There are 37 total primary contests. All Obama has to do is win three more and he notches the lead in these contests. He can do that easily with just three out of Montana, South Dakota, Oregon, Indiana, and North Carolina.

Obama: 16
Clinton: 12

4.) Caucuses Won

Obama: 14
Clinton: 3

5.) Overall contests Won: It's a 2-1 Obama advantage (includes territories and Democrats Abroad).

Obama: 30
Clinton: 15

6.) Red and Blue States Won (including DC, not including territories or Democrats Abroad):

Obama: 16 Red, 11 Blue
Clinton: 8 Red, 6 Blue

8.) Money Raised (through February)

Obama: $168 million
Clinton: $140 million

So that leaves the Clinton campaign with what, exactly? Big states! Big states! Big states! I addressed that one yesterday.

Team Clinton has nothing except schemes of coup by super delegate, which they apparently think they can do by insulting entire Democratic constituencies and most of our nation's states.

But really, what else do they have? Their campaign is losing by every metric

Re: Clinton is losing | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Mar 13th 2008 at 8:44 pm EDT

This is something positive to post often!

Let's make it happen!

The ball is in our court!

Yes we can, yes we will!

Love,Debbie

Re: Clinton is losing | Report to Admin

By Eric Hussein Andraska of The Selfish Gene who is BITTER! Mar 13th 2008 at 10:51 pm EDT

I have never been inspired by a political candidate like I have been with Barack Obama. He is the right man for the job, and he has the leadership qualities required and the plans in place to get the job done and restore hope to Americans from every walk of life, every political party, every race & ethnicity, and every financial background. His campaign is funded by the people, and he will help people like you and me when he is our next President.

I've made phone calls over the last few weeks to voters in Virginia, Maryland, Wisconsin, Hawaii, Ohio, Wyoming, and Mississippi. I've been doing other ground work on my own, including sending emails and messages almost daily to friends and family. And I've made two cash donations to the campaign as well.

My birthday is coming up in a few days, St. Patrick's Day, March 17th. Since I will be heading into my final year of my 20's, turning 29, I have decided that I need a very special present since the realization that I will be thirty in a little over a year is not coming easy.

What I'm asking is for 100 of you Obama supporters out there to donate $17 to my fundraising campaign. My goal is $1700 by 11:59 PM on March 17th. If you can donate more, that is even better! Who knows, maybe it will bring you a little luck. Or, more importantly, bring our man Obama a little luck!

Please click the following link:

Link

Thanks, and go OBAMA! --Eric

A Different Place Now! | Report to Admin

By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Mar 13th 2008 at 8:23 pm EDT

Pittsburgh is increasingly becoming more of a college and healthcare haven. A lot different from the old days when I grew up outside Pitt in Donora, PA. Obama could do well in Pitt--lots of college kids.

Re: A Different Place Now! | Report to Admin

By David in Nashville Mar 13th 2008 at 8:31 pm EDT

Glad to hear it and glad to see this Pitts office opening! Just saw a MSM Clinton spin on Drudge suggesting we are not campaigning there and have surrendered PA to them!

Re: A Different Place Now! | Report to Admin

By Vicki Mar 13th 2008 at 9:46 pm EDT

Let them think that....in our favor if they take us lightly.

CLINTON TAX RETURNS POLL? | Report to Admin

By Richard -Awe Kooda Bilaxpak Kuuxshish- Hussein from Illinois Mar 13th 2008 at 8:25 pm EDT

The Clinton campaign has promised that she will release her tax returns "on or around April 15th". So what do you think? By April 20th HRC will have:

A) Released all of her tax returns for the last 5 to 7 years.

B) Release only her 2007 tax returns

C) Released none

Please reply to with your answer.

Boy wouldn't it be great if we could get Vegas to take bets on this...

Re: CLINTON TAX RETURNS POLL? | Report to Admin

By maria from europe Mar 13th 2008 at 8:28 pm EDT

lololol

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By Richard -Awe Kooda Bilaxpak Kuuxshish- Hussein from Illinois Mar 13th 2008 at 8:30 pm EDT

Come on Maria! Don't let me down. Vote!

Re: CLINTON TAX RETURNS POLL? | Report to Admin

By maria from europe Mar 13th 2008 at 8:32 pm EDT

C

done

Re: CLINTON TAX RETURNS POLL? | Report to Admin

By Time Words Mar 13th 2008 at 8:31 pm EDT

"When they hold three fingers in front of your face and say it's two, I don't know what to do."

Jon says he wants to hide under his bed rather than counter their pure dishonesty. I'll be candid. I got a nasty cold this week but I took to bed yesterday, mainly because I felt almost sick from covering the Clintons.

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Re: CLINTON TAX RETURNS POLL? | Report to Admin

By Richard -Awe Kooda Bilaxpak Kuuxshish- Hussein from Illinois Mar 13th 2008 at 8:40 pm EDT

Huh? Is that a vote?

Re: CLINTON TAX RETURNS POLL? | Report to Admin

By Sano Mar 13th 2008 at 9:09 pm EDT

C.

She will cite some national security reason for not releasing them.

"I can't release my returns or I won't become president and that is a danger to national security." Yeah, that's it.

Re: CLINTON TAX RETURNS POLL? | Report to Admin

By Barack-Biden_the_Vote for Change Mar 13th 2008 at 9:27 pm EDT

I think she will come up with only the 2007 tax returns which will not show what is really going on with their finances. I think the key taxes is 2006 & 2005.

We have to keep on her about her tax returns for the past 5 years, at least!

HELP! | Report to Admin

By Kyle Mar 13th 2008 at 8:31 pm EDT

I am college student coming from out-of-state to volunteer in Pittsburgh from March 28th to April 6th!

If anybody is willing to sponsor my trip, that would be greatly appreciated! I am low on funds and looking to repeat the great experience I had in Austin, TX.

If interested, message me directly on here or through kyle.bella@gmail.

Thank you so much!
SI SE PUEDE!

Obama Picks 2 more in IL | Report to Admin

By BeingAOptimist Mar 13th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT

Obama picked 2 more delegates in IL.

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Re: Obama Picks 2 more in IL | Report to Admin

By Taizy from Ireland Mar 13th 2008 at 8:46 pm EDT

he he he (gloat)......onward and upwards

Re: Obama Picks 2 more in IL | Report to Admin

By West Coast Canuck who wishes she could vote, and contribute $$ Mar 13th 2008 at 8:47 pm EDT

I'm a chuckling, that's for sure (grinning too). :o)

Re: Obama Picks 2 more in IL | Report to Admin

By “Honored & Humbled” Mar 13th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT

That's a 4 delegate swing b/c HRC loses 2 delegates that Barack picked up.

GOTV Supplies | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Mar 13th 2008 at 8:37 pm EDT

Whenever possible, it’s best to purchase Obama products directly from the Official Obama store: Link since the proceeds go to the campaign, but I know that the Obama store is having trouble meeting demand in a timely manner. (I’m still waiting on a shirt ordered Feb. 3)

Why not do what I did?! Donate directly to the campaign & make your own GOTV supplies. This is especially important for the states in the upcoming primaries!

My basic source was www.obamacycle.com Link which is the site created by some of the grassroots supporters to help supply Obama stuff to states in which up-coming primaries were being held. In addition to matching those who have supplies to those who need supplies, there is a forum for Resources to make your own Obama gear.

Here are some links to some of the best sites as well as another some other great resources from bloggers on this site. Hope these help y’all to get out the vote & get the people Fired Up! & Ready to Go!

I used some of this girl’s designs to make my t-shirt for the Dallas Rally. They’re great!
Link
Courtesy of : daisy from www.Obamacycle.com

This guy’s site is awesome! He has flyers, stickers, t-shirt designs, etc. And he keeps adding all the time:
Link
Courtesy of: WNYMathGuy from Siva from www.Obamacycle.com

This guy’s stuff is great, too & he keeps adding more!:
Link
Courtesy of: Northern Idaho from www.BarackObama.com

Round Obama Stickers using Avery Template #8293:
Link
Courtesy of: Harmony Starr from wwwObamacycle.com

Great designs courtesy of Austin For Obama:
Link

Free Printable Obama Posters! (Andy Warhol type w/assorted colors):
Link

Courtesy of: Deroy Peraza from www.Obamacycle.com

CNN Censorship? | Report to Admin

By Sheri~Freedom of Speech&Religion~Who's Sane *Obama~Biden* Mar 13th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT

Soo I'm feeling down-right unpopular.. has anyone else on here attempted to write a comment on a CNN article and not had it post? Ever since I sent an email to CNN a couple weeks ago regarding their lack of fair and accurate coverage of Obama I've literally been unable to post any comments whatsoever. They disappear. I should add that I wrote nothing inappropriate, I mean I don't do that- however I did firmly state to them that I felt they were very biased in their reporting. I'm feeling kind of censored.. maybe I need to act like Ms. Ferraro to get attention??

Re: CNN Censorship? | Report to Admin

By ♦♦♦ Crystal of NC ♦♦♦ Mar 13th 2008 at 8:40 pm EDT

LOL

Re: CNN Censorship? | Report to Admin

By bagelmsu Mar 13th 2008 at 8:50 pm EDT

I think they prob have more important things to do than censor individual viewpoints.

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By Lynne From Bellwether MO Mar 13th 2008 at 9:34 pm EDT

I have posted non-inflammatory comments and have never been posted.

Pennsylvania Fundraising | Report to Admin

By Barack or Bust Mar 13th 2008 at 8:41 pm EDT

Hey Obama Family,

My goal is to raise $500 before the Pennsylvania primary. Please contribute if you can! Every little bit helps!Link

The HRC camp would have you believe that Obama is
pulling out of PA - but we know thats not true!!
Link
Because in this campaign every state matter!

Fired Up and Ready to Go...to Pennsylvania!!

God Bless,
Bianca

ATTENTION! | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Mar 13th 2008 at 8:55 pm EDT

Hello Everyone!

I just was wondering can't you go a day, week, or even months without mentioning that woman's name or the media. I just don't understand why is it so important to mention those things on this Blog.

This Blog should be about positive things about Barark, postive things the media mention but we should not allow negative things that woman say or media to come to this blog. If people want to know what's going on in the media look for it on the internet or watch tv, but you don't have to report back on this blog.

Have you ever thought you could be hurting this blog by doing that. My advice is to stop doing it.

Stop letting people tell you what we can't do and show them what we can do. Let's stop doing that we are just falling into their trap.

Keep looking up, keep the faith and NEVER GIVE UP ON WHAT THE LORD CAN DO!

Now let's work hard to bring a upset win to Barack in PA.

Jesus bless,
Love,Debbie

Another Great Site For Make Your Own Stuff | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Mar 13th 2008 at 8:42 pm EDT

Link

Make Your Own Stuff

Shepard Fairey Posters | Report to Admin

By ANON, NYC Mar 13th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT

If they are still available-everyone should buy one. They will be worth a small fortune one day.

Plus you get a poster while simultaneously donating to the campaign.

If Andy Warhol is from PA, Shepard Fairey should get over there and have an art blow-out for Obama. We could bring out all of Warhol's people, raise money for the campaign, and be inspired by art.

Re: Shepard Fairey Posters | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Mar 13th 2008 at 9:07 pm EDT

Free Printable Obama Posters! (Andy Warhol type w/assorted colors):
Link

Courtesy of: Deroy Peraza from www.Obamacycle.com

Re: Another Great Site For Make Your Own Stuff | Report to Admin

By Suzanne from CT Mar 13th 2008 at 8:55 pm EDT

The "Irish for Obama '08" should really be
"Irish for O'bama '08" shouldn't it? Like the t-shirt? Just a thought.

Get to know Patrick Murphy | Report to Admin

By Alex Mar 13th 2008 at 8:50 pm EDT

One of the people endorsing Obama in PA, and a terrific guy:

Link

Re: Get to know Patrick Murphy | Report to Admin

By idaho obamacan Mar 13th 2008 at 9:05 pm EDT

I found this interview very interesting. Because he is new and not entrenched in the Clinton years, he doesn't owe favors. Seems the other 26 super delegates do along with Rendell. That is the problem, the good old boys and girls club in politics which Hillary has gathered around her. That is whey they don't want change.

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By Ellen from Henry, IL Mar 13th 2008 at 10:07 pm EDT

AND, MORE THAN LIKELY, THE GOOD OLE BOYS AND GIRLS YOU OF WASHINGTON HAVE LOTS AND LOTS OF SKELTONS IN THEIR OWN CLOSETS!!

DONATE FREQUENT FLYER MILES, PLEASE | Report to Admin

By Michele from Huntington Beach, CA Mar 13th 2008 at 8:52 pm EDT

Thanks to the generosity of many who donated their valuable frequent flyer miles, we sent 28 out-of-state volunteers to Texas and Ohio, and so far have another 11 going to Pennsylvania.

It takes 25,000 miles for a ticket. So – who’s got at least 25,000 on the same airline which they’d like to donate toward making sure Barack Obama is our next President?

Step right up — I’m getting requests almost daily from volunteers who want to help but can’t afford the airfare. Donate now, please, so we can get these people on the ground where they’re most needed. We have to win Pennsylvania!

(Unfortunately, it’s not proving practical to combine accounts from several people to make up that 25,000 because too many airlines and transfer fees are involved.)

Please call me at 714-536-6104 California time. (Don’t reply on the blogs; I probably won’t see your response.)

Focus on Neutralizing Race & Gender Issues | Report to Admin

By Manojit Mar 13th 2008 at 9:01 pm EDT

I am afraid the opponents are flaming the fans on these divisive issues.

Barack needs to neutralize race and gender issues which is the most dangerous issue. He needs to stop it now and build a safety margin for future. Treating Ferraro and others with respect and dignity and appealing to commonsense, objectivity ad truth will help to build the margin of safety. Being magnanimous in forgiving people helps build future bridges.

Barack needs to go out of his way to show that he has support from all races and two genders. Whites, Hispanics, Asians, Blacks and Women who support Barack need to speak up and show up for Barack. He must appeal to all people even risking rejection and hold only himself responsible for the inability to connect. Repeated wooing is bound to yield results gradually. People start to recognize your sincereity eventually.

This issue is potentially the most dangerous issue.

Barack will benefit my bringing out his daughters occasionally - it will help to balance out the gender issue.

Re: Focus on Neutralizing Race & Gender Issues | Report to Admin

By Please delete my profile... Mar 13th 2008 at 9:05 pm EDT

The best he could do is pick a woman running mate. I have been pushing for this to satisfy the other team and pull us all together. Now THAT would be a dream team!

michelle in PA | Report to Admin

By idaho obamacan Mar 13th 2008 at 9:03 pm EDT

Any word on how her two rally's in Pa have gone?

Re: michelle in PA | Report to Admin

By Please delete my profile... Mar 13th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT

Some said she was awesome.

Video not working | Report to Admin

By Dr. Barbara Palmer Mar 13th 2008 at 9:03 pm EDT

Please check the posting.

yes! to PA | Report to Admin

By shanti Mar 13th 2008 at 9:04 pm EDT

I am trying to get sometime off from work to be able to come work with you for few days.
Let the force be with you, my friends in PA!

Hillary Will Garnish Your Wages | Report to Admin

By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Mar 13th 2008 at 9:07 pm EDT

To the good people of Pennsylvania--

Hillary Clinton's healthcare plan requires everyone to buy insurance. So, what happens if you cannot afford insurance?

Well, Sen. Clinton will make you buy it anyway. She will take your paycheck or find some other enforcement mechanism to make you pay!!

Just thought you should know!!

Re: Hillary Will Garnish Your Wages | Report to Admin

By frstan Mar 13th 2008 at 9:12 pm EDT

What happens if the Insurance company suddenly raises its rate and they are deducted from your pay?

Re: Hillary Will Garnish Your Wages | Report to Admin

By Ellen from Henry, IL Mar 13th 2008 at 10:01 pm EDT

This is an excellent point to make!! I don't think ANY INSURANCE POLICY is worth garnishing one's wages!! And, to be quite honest with you, I don't know if that is legal!!!!! Someone would need to research the laws on garnishment. I believe each state most likely makes its own laws as far as garnishment are concerned!! Therefore, HRC's plan more than likely would have to be shoved off to each State in some way!! You just cannot garnish wages from Washington!! That has to be done through the State Courts in which you reside!!

ANOTHER REASON TO NOT VOTE FOR HILLARY CLINTON!! HER INSURANCE PLAN IS NOT HONEST AND TRUTHFUL!! TO GARNISH ANY WAGES IT HAS TO BE DONE THROUGH THE STATE IN WHICH YOU RESIDE!! IT CANNOT BE DONE FROM WASHINGTON!! AS USUAL HILLARY CLINTON IS ALWAYS TELLING THE AMERICAN PEOPLE TALES THAT ARE COMPLETELY FALSE!!

Obama's Pastor | Report to Admin

By Victor from Indianapolis, IN Mar 13th 2008 at 9:15 pm EDT

How can someoe contact HQ. The ory of his pastor is really causing problems he needs to come out and make a definite statement concerning his pastor and his so called asociations he has.

Re: Obama's Pastor | Report to Admin

By Sinknyc Mar 13th 2008 at 9:21 pm EDT

I agree Pastor Wright must go now!!!!!!!!!!we don't need this.

Re: Obama's Pastor | Report to Admin

By Barack-Biden_the_Vote for Change Mar 13th 2008 at 9:38 pm EDT

Where should he go from? He has never been associated with the campaign and he has been retired as the Pastor of that church for a year. Barack has said several times that he is not in agreement with everything that Wright speaks.

Lets remember Barack's words, "the cynics voices will only grow louder and more dissident". People are now trying to discredit Barack by association which tells me that they have absolutely NOTHING on Barack.

Barack is an intelligent man and he knows how this game is played. I have faith that he has done what he needs to do to distance himself. This is just background noise...

Re: Obama's Pastor | Report to Admin

By WELCOME TO THE WHITE HOUSE MR. PRESIDENT!!! Mar 13th 2008 at 10:01 pm EDT

Pastor Wright is old news. Barack Obama has has previously distanced himself and firmly stated he does not agree with the the Pator's statements. He does not speak for Barack Obama nor this campaign.

However when you get right down to it he is basically saying it is tough to be black in America and we all need to come together and get along.

Re: Obama's Pastor | Report to Admin

By Terri for President Obama & First Lady & your adorable girls & their puppy!!! Mar 13th 2008 at 9:34 pm EDT

He already has but they're saying it's not good enough. He released a statement.

Obama's Pastor | Report to Admin

By Victor from Indianapolis, IN Mar 13th 2008 at 9:31 pm EDT

How can someoe contact HQ. The ory of his pastor is really causing problems he needs to come out and make a definite statement concerning his pastor and his so called asociations he has.

Re: Obama's Pastor | Report to Admin

By Barack-Biden_the_Vote for Change Mar 13th 2008 at 9:46 pm EDT

Lets stop the panicking...this is just background noise being used as a distraction.

Barack has been saying since the beginning that he does not agree with everything Pastor Wright says. H*ll, I don't agree with everything my pastor preaches. Ministers are very animated people who minister to stir emotions of their audiences. I would get all worked up about this issue.

It is a distraction people. We should be more concerned with Hillary releasing ALL her tax returns. Lets keep her on defense and we need to stay on message. The more we speak power to the issue, the more they are going to come at us with it. Plus, think about who started this whole denounce/repudiate crap? CLINTON!!! We need to stop allowing her to dictate our moves to us...

Re: Obama's Pastor | Report to Admin

By Barack-Biden_the_Vote for Change Mar 13th 2008 at 9:49 pm EDT

Correction: I WOULD NOT get all worked up about this. It will run the 24-48 newscycle and it will be over. I would be more concerned with how this garbage with Ferraro will play out in people's minds which I am thinking might have been a Ferraro strategy.

Re: Obama's Pastor | Report to Admin

By Ellen from Henry, IL Mar 13th 2008 at 9:51 pm EDT

I truly think the Ferraro issue has SUNK THE CLINTON'S SHIP!! YIPPEEEEEEEEEEEE!!

Re: Obama's Pastor | Report to Admin

By Ellen from Henry, IL Mar 13th 2008 at 9:50 pm EDT

Just another deplorable effort by the MEDIA!! Since the media has NOTHING they can find that is factual to "bash" Barack Obama -- they have to go to these kinds of NEGATIVE SPIN!! I am patiently waiting for the day of Barack Obama's Presidential Inauguration!! I will sit back and chuckle when I hear THEIR SPIN ON THAT GLORIOUS DAY!! I imagine they will try to consider it a "usual day" in Washington and make comparisions to Billary the whole day!! I would not be abit surprised. I honestly wish there was some way we could report ALL OF THE MEDIA to the FCC and have their license revoked!! American citizens would be far better off to have them out of this campaign coverage!! They are just like vulchers!! I truly believe they are WORSE THAN THE Papparizzi of Great Britain!!!

Re: Obama's Pastor | Report to Admin

By Eric Hussein Andraska of The Selfish Gene who is BITTER! Mar 13th 2008 at 10:52 pm EDT

I have never been inspired by a political candidate like I have been with Barack Obama. He is the right man for the job, and he has the leadership qualities required and the plans in place to get the job done and restore hope to Americans from every walk of life, every political party, every race & ethnicity, and every financial background. His campaign is funded by the people, and he will help people like you and me when he is our next President.

I've made phone calls over the last few weeks to voters in Virginia, Maryland, Wisconsin, Hawaii, Ohio, Wyoming, and Mississippi. I've been doing other ground work on my own, including sending emails and messages almost daily to friends and family. And I've made two cash donations to the campaign as well.

My birthday is coming up in a few days, St. Patrick's Day, March 17th. Since I will be heading into my final year of my 20's, turning 29, I have decided that I need a very special present since the realization that I will be thirty in a little over a year is not coming easy.

What I'm asking is for 100 of you Obama supporters out there to donate $17 to my fundraising campaign. My goal is $1700 by 11:59 PM on March 17th. If you can donate more, that is even better! Who knows, maybe it will bring you a little luck. Or, more importantly, bring our man Obama a little luck!

Please click the following link:

Link

Thanks, and go OBAMA! --Eric

Email Campaign To Fight Ignorance | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Mar 13th 2008 at 9:11 pm EDT

Please forward the email found here:
Link

It contains links & is available in an all-text version, too.

Here's what it says:

Subject: The Real Truth About Barack Obama!

As enthusiastic volunteers in the Barack Obama campaign for the Presidency, we have put together a list of facts about Barack so that you will know the truth about him. Please follow the links we have included for documentation of these facts. If you value the truth as we do, please spread this information via email, blog, or any other means, to everyone you know.

Did you know that Barack Obama is a devout Christian? He has been a member of the same United Church of Christ congregation for 20 years, and was married there to his wife Michelle in 1992.
Did you know that Barack Obama often leads the US Senate in the Pledge of Allegiance?
Did you know that Barack Obama is a strong friend of Israel and has spoken out strongly against anti-Semitism?
Did you know his grandparents from Kansas were part of the "Greatest Generation?. His grandfather served with Patton's Army during World War II, and his grandmother, a real "Rosie the Riveter", worked in a bomber assembly plant back home.
Did you know that Barack Obama was opposed to the war in Iraq from day one, before we invaded, even while he was running for the Senate, and knowing his opposition might be politically unpopular?
"I know that even a successful war against Iraq will require a U.S. occupation of undetermined length, at undetermined cost, with undetermined consequences. I know that an invasion of Iraq without a clear rationale and without strong international support will only fan the flames of the Middle East and encourage the worst, rather than best, impulses of the Arab world and strengthen the recruitment arm of al Qaeda. I am not opposed to all wars. I'm opposed to dumb wars." --Barack Obama, 2002

Continued . . . | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Mar 13th 2008 at 9:13 pm EDT

Did you know Obama favors transparency over secrecy in our government? Did you know that Obama worked with Republican Senator Tom Coburn to pass one of the strongest government transparency bills since the freedom of information act? He's calling it Google for Government and you can see the results at www.usaspending.gov. Sen. Obama has also released his own tax returnsfor public review.
Did you know that after graduating with honors from Harvard Law School, Barack practiced civil rights law and also taught Constitutional Law for 10 years at the University of Chicago, one of the nation's best law schools, where he was consistently rated by his students as one of their best instructors? Did you also know that he was the first African-American elected president of the prestigious Harvard Law Review?
Did you know that Barack Obama is an outspoken advocate for women's rights and has been a principled defender of the civil rights of women?
Did you know that despite the grueling schedule of running for President, Senator Obama remains a devoted family man, making time to do things like pick out a Christmas tree with his wife and two young daughters, or hurrying home to spend Valentine's Day with them? Did you know he hasn't missed a single parent-teacher conference while running for President?
Did you know that Barack Obama has a stellar environmental record, including having the highest rating from the League of Conservation Voters (96%) of any Presidential candidate, Democrat or Republican?
Did you know that Barack Obama has been an elected legislator longer than Senator Clinton?
Did you know that Barack is a member of all of these Senate Committees: Foreign Relations; Veteran's Affairs; Health, Education, Labor & Pensions; Homeland Security and Government Affairs?
Did you know that Senator Obama has sponsored or co-sponsored 15 bills that have become law, and has introduced amendments to 50 bills, of which 16 were adopted since he joined the Senate in 2005?

Last part . . . . | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Mar 13th 2008 at 9:14 pm EDT

Did you know that Senator Obama sponsored legislation working together with Indiana Republican Senator Richard Lugar, to keep Americans safe by keeping dangerous weapons out of terrorist hands? The two senators also visited the former Soviet Union to inspect the decommissioning of nuclear weapons. Sen. Lugar said of Sen. Obama, "He does have a sense of idealism and principled leadership, a vision of the future."
Did you know that Barack Obama is the only candidate running for president who voted against using cluster bombs in Iraq and the only candidate who supports banning the use of landmines?
Did you know that, as an Illinois state senator, Barack Obama succeeded in passing legislation requiring the videotaping of police interrogations, gaining the respect and support not only of fellow legislators but that of the police, who had initially opposed the legislation?
Did you know that Theodore Roosevelt, Grover Cleveland, Ulysses S. Grant, John F. Kennedy, and Bill Clinton were all younger when they took office than Barack Obama will be?

During election season many emails are circulated about the candidates. Some are true, some aren't. It's often difficult to determine the truth. We encourage you to visit the following non-partisan sites that do a good job of fact checking the candidates.

Link
http://www.factcheck.org/

Re: Last part . . . . | Report to Admin

By Ellen from Henry, IL Mar 13th 2008 at 9:43 pm EDT

Thank you so much for this post!!

Dialing for Change | Report to Admin

By Peng in Gresham, OR Mar 13th 2008 at 9:17 pm EDT

Will you support my "Dialing for Change" fundraising effort for Obama campaign? Link

I just called 40 people in PA, with you in my thoughts, Obama family.

If you cannot phonebank or canvass, please help out by donating through my fundraising page.

Also...

I know it's been tough these last few days with all these attacks on Obama and on us. We must not let it bother us. Do not be so angry that you become incapacitated.

When you stay angry, you keep in circulation a lot of stress hormones, and it that makes you short-tempered, thus more easily provoked to anger.

If I may suggest, turn off the TV and radio for a while. You can find other ways to get information.

Also, practice breathing with awareness. Notice the next time you are provoked and you stop breathing? Start breathing again to regain control over your thoughts and your actions, and so you can respond appropriately, instead of with anger.

Michelle O. | Report to Admin

By Gail "Who has had ENOUGH" from Pickerington, OH Mar 13th 2008 at 9:18 pm EDT

This is a link of Michelle in Eastern PA today.

I'm originally from Pittsburgh and the demographics have changed over the years.

Link

Re: Michelle O. | Report to Admin

By Joan in Iowa Mar 13th 2008 at 9:27 pm EDT

What is the news on how Michelle's rallies went today? I have not seen anything on the website in terms of pictures, crowd size etc ... anyone oin here attend?

Address of Pittsburgh Office | Report to Admin

By JudyB Mar 13th 2008 at 9:29 pm EDT

I will be in Pittsburgh on Monday and Tuesday on business and would like to do some phone banking...what is the address of the office. Could someone tell me the hours?

California Woman for Barack Obama!

Re: Address of Pittsburgh Office | Report to Admin

By Sheri~Freedom of Speech&Religion~Who's Sane *Obama~Biden* Mar 13th 2008 at 9:39 pm EDT

did you check on the PA site?

Re: Address of Pittsburgh Office | Report to Admin

By Cindy Mar 13th 2008 at 10:04 pm EDT

Address of Pittsburgh office is:

208 N. Highland AvePittsburgh, PA 15206

There is no phone number listed but you can try the Philly office # at (215)564-2010

Please take a second to vote | Report to Admin

By Jason "No Distractions" Mar 13th 2008 at 9:36 pm EDT

AOL Poll: Is Hillary campaigning like a Republican? Link

FYI - The poll is about 1/3 of the way down on the right.

HISTORY-MAKING PENNSYLVANIA | Report to Admin

By Ellen from Henry, IL Mar 13th 2008 at 9:40 pm EDT

HEY!! HEY!! PENNSYLVANIA! HELP THE OBAMA CAMPAIGN MAKE HISTORY!! VOLUNTEER, DONATE, BECOME A CAPTAIN, TELEPHONE, DELIVER FLYERS, SIGNS, WHATEVER YOU CAN DO TO HELP BARACK OBAMA WIN THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA!!

BE A PART OF THIS HONEST, AND CANDID CAMPAIGN!! DON'T SETTLE FOR ANYTHING LESS!! LOOK OVER OUR WEBSITE HERE, AND YOU WILL FIND EVERY QUESTION YOU MIGHT HAVE CONCERNING BARACK OBAMA'S PLATFORM ANSWERED!! EVERY POSSIBLE COMMITMENT BARACK OBAMA HAS MADE, HE INDEED WILL KEEP!! HIS PLAN FOR HEALTH CARE, AND STUDENT EDUCATION, AND THE ECONOMY, AND THE WAR, AND THE NEED TO RESOLVE THE IMIGRATION PROBLEM IN A POSITIVE WAY - ARE ONLY A FEW OF HIS ATTRIBUTES!! BARACK OBAMA IS A HUMBLE, KIND, HONEST, INTELLIGENT AND BRILLIANT PERSON!! HE IS THE ONLY DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE AT THIS TIME IN HISTORY THAT CAN HEAL OUR NATION, REACH OUT TO OUR WORLD LEADERS AND REGAIN THE RESPECT THAT WAS LOST IN WASHINGTON!! HE WILL ENGAGE ALL ETHNIC GROUPS, AND ALL POLITICAL REPRESENTATIVES IN WASHINGTON IN A BI-PARTISAN WAY TO BEGIN THE PROCESS OF "GETTING SOMETHING DONE IN WASHINGTON AND HE WILL DO AWAY WITH WASHINGTON CORRUPTION!! AND FINALY ALL PENNSYLVANIANS-- TAKE SOME TIME OUT OF YOUR BUSY SCHEDULE TO GO AND VISIT ONE OF THE MANY STOPS THAT BARACK OBAMA WILL BE MAKING IN PENNSYLVANIA. GO AND LISTEN TO HIM!! HEAR HIS WORDS OF HOPE FOR CHANGE - EXPERIENCE THE INSPIRATION THAT SO MANY OF US HAVE BECAUSE OF THIS GREAT MAN!!

AND YOUNG PEOPLE -- COME OUT AND SUPPORT OUR CANDIDATE, BARACK OBAMA!! WE KNOW YOU WILL KEEP ON KEEPIN ON FOR THIS CAMPAIGN!! IT IS OUR TIME -- IT IS OUR MOMENT -- FOR A NEW GENERATION TO BE INSPIRED IN POLITICS!! AND THAT GENERATION IS YOU!!

BOARD THE OBAMA TRAIN TO VICTORY -- ALL THE WAY TO THE WHITEHOUSE!! ROLL ON OBAMA!!
I LIKE THE WAY YOU ROLL!!

IT'S NOT ABOUT THE RED STATES OR THE BLUE STATES -- IT IS ABOUT THE UNITED STATES!

IT'S NOT ABOUT ETHNICITY -- EVERY PERSON IN AMERICA AND ON THIS EARTH ARE CHILDREN OF GOD!!
WE MUST GET PAST OUR RESERVATIONS IN THIS COUNTRY CONCERNING ETHNICITY!! AND BARACK OBAMA WILL BE THE ONE TO UNITE US AS A PEOPLE AND AS A NATION!!

YES WE CAN!! YES WE CAN!! YES WE CAN!!

Re: First | Report to Admin

By ***Yvette in DE Standing for Change with Obama-Biden*** Mar 13th 2008 at 11:20 pm EDT

This is great!
It's going to be a lot of work,
but we can do it!
Yes We can!!!!
Tag Pa you're it!!!
Do the right thing!!!!!!
Specifically- Pittsburgh, Harrisburg,Philadelphia
Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties

Yes We can!
Yes We can!
We are Fired up and ready to go!
Obama 08

BARACK IS THE FUTURE | Report to Admin

By C A Knapp Mar 13th 2008 at 11:32 pm EDT

I am so happy to see so many people in the Pittsburg office-- I live in Oregon so I have to wait until May to vote. I urge all of Barack's supporters to get out and educate about Baracks views. I am so proud to be part of this campaign.

I grew up in the 60's in the deep South-Florida. I never want to go back there. It is so backwards. I love Oregon, this state is looking to the future. That future means no more bickering and mud slinging by our politicians. We are sick and tired of that. Since Pennsylvania has such a rich heritage of freedom and liberty, this is the perfect state to launch the campaign to bring "We The People" back into government.

I want CHANGE***

You should have a aign on your front window with the words WE the People are voting for Barack Obama and leave a space for signatures.
It would be a great way to create buz around your office!!

More Supporters | Report to Admin

By Gail "Who has had ENOUGH" from Pickerington, OH Mar 13th 2008 at 9:43 pm EDT

This may be opld news and I apologize if this has already been posted but it appears that we've picked up a few more suporters in Iowa.

Link

Re: More Supporters | Report to Admin

By Alicia Hopemonger Mar 13th 2008 at 10:20 pm EDT

I hadn't seen/heard this yet -- sounds good to me!

Obama-Gore-Edwards | Report to Admin

By JoZee Mar 13th 2008 at 9:47 pm EDT

This is what I think America needs:

Obama: Improving international relations
Gore: Healing the planet - green energy development
Edwards: Looking out for worker rights

Together - all three of them putting the people and the planet over special interests.

THAT is the winning combination and it is the combination that America and the rest of the world so desperately needs at this time.

So come on Edwards and Gore - let's make this happen.

Re: Obama-Gore-Edwards | Report to Admin

By Ellen from Henry, IL Mar 13th 2008 at 9:55 pm EDT

THAT SOUNDS LIKE A GREAT COMBINATION!!

reassuring to see faces in PA | Report to Admin

By Peng in Gresham, OR Mar 13th 2008 at 9:58 pm EDT

I just saw the video and want to say how reassuring it is to see faces of people in PA that are our boots on the ground. :) WOOHOO! Six weeks is a long time, and I have faith we can pull ahead in PA. I had made 40 calls today and encountered many Obama supporters, and people willing to listen and talk. If you are hesitating to call, please start...it's not so difficult.

$5.00 donations | Report to Admin

By Poisedandreadyforchangeinthefaceofadversity Mar 13th 2008 at 10:08 pm EDT

Hello all,

I have it a roadblock in my fundraising effort so I need to give it a boost! In the next hour I will match all the $5.00 donations I get!

Link

Go!

Re: $5.00 donations | Report to Admin

By Betty Mar 13th 2008 at 10:28 pm EDT

Dropped that $5.00 for you as am also having trouble getting donations. Good luck!

Home to Pittsburgh | Report to Admin

By Barbara from Newfield, NY Mar 13th 2008 at 10:16 pm EDT

I'm coming home to Pgh next weekend (21-23) in response to a call to help register people to vote. I haven't heard back from the original post-er, so can you let me know what to do when I get there?!?!?!

Let's get this done in PA!

Peace...Barbara from Ithaca!

Re: Home to Pittsburgh | Report to Admin

By ILBAMA Mar 13th 2008 at 10:33 pm EDT

I will be calling PA as well. GOBAMA!

Check out this great Hillary ebay auction!

Link

$5.00 donations! | Report to Admin

By Poisedandreadyforchangeinthefaceofadversity Mar 13th 2008 at 10:36 pm EDT

Thanks to those who you that have already responded to my challenge. I still have 45 minutes left. So far two people have donated! I have pledged to match all $5.00 donations. You still have 45 minutes to get your donation in. I will match the total by donating to one of the individuals on the list at the end of the hour.

Link

Pittsburgh Is Fired Up!!! | Report to Admin

By Temo from Pittsburgh now in LA Mar 13th 2008 at 10:51 pm EDT

Hello all this is TeMo in Pittsburgh

(I thought I registered but it looks like I may not be, sorry about that, will try again)

Just to get back to the task at hand. I did not even bother looking at any video, links, etc. etc. I already know everything I need to know - for the first time in our lifetimes we have a chance to elect a President we can be proud of a man that truly represents America.

I also know that we have to work our butts off for Obama to win PA. And can he? Do I even need to say it? Yes He Can! Yes We Can! I was at the office opening on Tuesday and believe me we are ready. Many of us, including myself have already been working for weeks in the streets, door to door. I wish the video had shown the spontaneous cheers of Yes We Can during the opening. I already have seen bumper stickers, buttons and yard signs around town. It is amazing.

So anyone, everyone, get here and help us win PA! I had to admit this is personal. Being a PA native I want to see my homestate come out on the side of the good guys.

Word is Clinton is going to be in the St. Pat's parade this Sat. Ugh...Obama folks are also organizing our own group to walk the parade as well. So we need a big showing. Walk, run, drive, fly here on Saturday, walk the parade then hit the streets and register folks to vote.

Lets make sure Obama takes PA. We can do this, I know we can.

Re: Pittsburgh Is Fired Up!!! | Report to Admin

By Eric Hussein Andraska of The Selfish Gene who is BITTER! Mar 13th 2008 at 10:52 pm EDT

I have never been inspired by a political candidate like I have been with Barack Obama. He is the right man for the job, and he has the leadership qualities required and the plans in place to get the job done and restore hope to Americans from every walk of life, every political party, every race & ethnicity, and every financial background. His campaign is funded by the people, and he will help people like you and me when he is our next President.

I've made phone calls over the last few weeks to voters in Virginia, Maryland, Wisconsin, Hawaii, Ohio, Wyoming, and Mississippi. I've been doing other ground work on my own, including sending emails and messages almost daily to friends and family. And I've made two cash donations to the campaign as well.

My birthday is coming up in a few days, St. Patrick's Day, March 17th. Since I will be heading into my final year of my 20's, turning 29, I have decided that I need a very special present since the realization that I will be thirty in a little over a year is not coming easy.

What I'm asking is for 100 of you Obama supporters out there to donate $17 to my fundraising campaign. My goal is $1700 by 11:59 PM on March 17th. If you can donate more, that is even better! Who knows, maybe it will bring you a little luck. Or, more importantly, bring our man Obama a little luck!

Please click the following link:

Link

Thanks, and go OBAMA! --Eric

Trust and Truth! | Report to Admin

By Mama 4 Obama Mar 13th 2008 at 11:02 pm EDT

Love the line,

"Barack represents Trust and Truth"!

Re: rev wright | Report to Admin

By WomenForObama Mar 13th 2008 at 11:38 pm EDT (Updated Mar 14th 2008 at 12:51 pm EDT)

This post has been removed due to offensive or disrespectful content.

Re: rev wright | Report to Admin

By BonForObama Mar 14th 2008 at 12:26 am EDT

um, excuse me but Reverend Wright is no longer Obama's preacher. Mr. Wright retired from that particular church two years ago. The video is old and someone has resurfaced it.
Who's being brainwashed?
Get a clue.

Want controversy?

Try googling Peter Paul and Hillary. There's your ticket.

fuel | Report to Admin

By Nate 'Obamacan' from PA Mar 13th 2008 at 11:38 pm EDT

I have to say I am engaged to this process. I love it. I just got back from a meeting in PA to GOTV and get people registered.

Read this article: Link

It got me fired up like never. I am PA. My vote counts and I can help Barack win the nomination and get into the whitehouse. Make no mistake. PA is not going to Hillary. After an Obama staffer came to our meeting and told me a few things, he basically laid out how we can take our town. If every Obama supporter gets involved, there is NO chance we can lose. We can do this in every town in America. I am located in a battle ground area in PA, and after sitting down with the ALL but ONE person who was getting paid to do this, we looked around the room, and you could tell we were going to take this town.

This is our time, our campaign, and we are going to win this thing. Don't listen to the media. Get on the phones, get out and help, do something. Do you want to be sitting at the sidelines while history is passing you by? Join the movement, people. Blog, donate and get on the phone.

Hope that fired someone up. I am fired up and ready to go.

Re: fuel | Report to Admin

By WomenForObama Mar 13th 2008 at 11:42 pm EDT

Glad you're fired up!

I worked on the ground in RI and it was very gratifying. I wish I could make it to PA, but family obligations forbid it.

I hope you can enlist friends to help, too.

Re: the article link; no wonder Hillary is so delusional! With aides like that she is indeed living in fantasyland. Better to bury her candidacy sooner rather than later, though.

Let's all give!!! | Report to Admin

By Eliz Vermont Mar 13th 2008 at 11:54 pm EDT

It can be:

our time

our $

our hearts

our prayers

our phonecalls

our faith

our visits to states

our editorials

We all have something to give!!!

Peace!

3/13 Evening News | Report to Admin

By Cris from Saint Louis, MO Mar 14th 2008 at 12:00 am EDT

Hi everyone! The blog has been updated with the March 13th *evening* news content.

For those who don't know, my name is Cris and I'm a Cuban-American who supports Barack Obama.

I run a blog that compiles pretty much every major news article and commentary that comes out each day about Senator Obama. My hope is that it's a useful tool for those who want to keep up with everything going on in the campaign. I also contribute my own commentary as well.

I hope this is helpful to everyone.

Link

Clinton Smear Job | Report to Admin

By Jean-Claude Mar 14th 2008 at 12:25 am EDT

Let’s go over
how her campaign has attempted to malign Obama:

First there was “Obama the inexperienced.”
Then there was “Obama the corrupt.”
Second we had “Obama the un-vetted.”
Third was “Obama the fifth column”
Next was “Obama the unready.”
After that we were treated to “Obama the Vice President.”
And now we have “Obama the Affirmative Action candidate.”
UPDATE: The Obama of the day is "Obama the un-electable."

Watching Clinton speak and go on stage
at rallies makes me want to change the channel. She just reeks of insincerity.

my my my.. | Report to Admin

By Nate 'Obamacan' from PA Mar 14th 2008 at 1:20 am EDT

How things do change...

Link

For Western PA Catholics | Report to Admin

By John from Gramercy Mar 14th 2008 at 1:38 am EDT

Please visit this Link for info important to Catholics. In PA, Catholics will comprise about one-third of the electorate. In Pittsburgh, they could account for nearly half (50%) of the primary vote.

Re: Trolling For the Black Vote | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Mar 14th 2008 at 10:17 am EDT

WHY DON'T YOU CHECK SOME FACT CHECKS CONCERNING HILARY?
FROM GOLDWATER REPUBLICAN GIRL TO JENNIFER FLOWER, ROSE LAW FIRM, TRAVELGATE, PAULA JONES,THE SMEAR EMAILS AND THE INFAMOUS MARK PENN.

WHAT DON'T YOU GO BACK TO YOUR CAVE OF IGNORANCE WITH YOUR KINDS AND YOUR QUEEN?

YOU'RE FIRED UP! | Report to Admin

By Rebecca Kiger from Wheeling, WV Mar 14th 2008 at 2:19 am EDT

AWESOME JOB PITTSBURGH. We're so excited to see your organization and grand opening.

YES WE CAN!

Stay on Track | Report to Admin

By "Pat" the Nurse Mar 14th 2008 at 5:48 am EDT

Sen. Obama should remain focused on Mc Cain and let his campaign answer Sen. Clinton's call.

Re: Is Hillary still a Republican? | Report to Admin

By Nai Mar 14th 2008 at 7:44 am EDT

Not that being one is bad since we have our own Obamacans, but check this out!!
Link

The media and us | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Mar 14th 2008 at 8:14 am EDT

Hello eveybody,
You've problably heard about Carlson Tucker being canned by MSNBC. Now it's John Gibson's turn from Faux News. Man, I feel good about that news. It's just like taking another drug dealer or thug off the streets.
I've said that many times and I'll always say it. WE ARE THE MSM MAIN SOURCE OF REVENUE. IT MEANS THAT IF WE DECIDE, EVEN FOR A MONTH, TO BOYCOTT STUFFS LIKE CNN OR FAUX NEWS (MSNBC IT'S BEEN GOOD AND OBJECTIVE LATELY) THEY WON'T SURVIVE. THAT'S WHAT THE CARL ROVE/DICK CHENEY/ CHRISTIAN COALITION MOVEMENT DID WITH FAUX AND EVERYBODY JUMPED ON THE BANDWAGON TO FOLLOW THEIR RIGHT WING AGENDA.

Re: The media and us | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Mar 14th 2008 at 8:16 am EDT

Check this article.

Link

Here we go Pittsburgh...Here we go! | Report to Admin

By ShavonneP Mar 14th 2008 at 8:16 am EDT

Let's prove Gov. Rendell wrong and GOTV!
Here we go Pittsburgh...here we go!

Re: Here we go Pittsburgh...Here we go! | Report to Admin

By Mike from Lake Winola, PA Mar 14th 2008 at 9:17 am EDT

Scranton Office? When?

Win PA | Report to Admin

By Shiva Mar 14th 2008 at 10:15 am EDT

We will win PA.
In 6 weeks, all nonsense that HIllary has will loose its edge.
Her experience issue is already under the radar.
People would start thinking about reality.

3/14 Morning News | Report to Admin

By Cris from Saint Louis, MO Mar 14th 2008 at 11:34 am EDT

Hi everyone! The blog has been updated with the March 14th *morning* news content.

For those who don't know, my name is Cris and I'm a Cuban-American who supports Barack Obama.

I run a blog that compiles pretty much every major news article and commentary that comes out each day about Senator Obama. My hope is that it's a useful tool for those who want to keep up with everything going on in the campaign. I also contribute my own commentary as well.

I hope this is helpful to everyone.

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By OLD ACCOUNT Mar 14th 2008 at 3:33 pm EDT

LISTEN UP YOU READERS!!!!

EVERYONE OF YOU!

Rev. Wright is NOT a "part" of this campaign, by the way. He's not even a pastor at Barack's church.

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OBAMA DID REPLY TODAY TO THIS:

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(MSNBC had the decency to cover this, btw, if other news stations are trying to create spin, they can be the National Enquirer if they want to)

"Q: I don't know if you've seen it, but it's all over the wire today (from an ABC News story), a statement that your pastor (the Rev. Jeremiah Wright of Trinity United Church of Christ on Chicago's South Side) made in a sermon in 2003 that instead of singing "God Bless America," black people should sing a song essentially saying "God Damn America."

A: I haven't seen the line. This is a pastor who is on the brink of retirement who in the past has made some controversial statements. I profoundly disagree with some of these statements.

Q: What about this particular statement?

A: Obviously, I disagree with that. Here is what happens when you just cherry-pick statements from a guy who had a 40-year career as a pastor. There are times when people say things that are just wrong. But I think it's important to judge me on what I've said in the past and what I believe."

Furthermore, he is NO LONGER OBAMA'S PASTOR. OTIS MOSS IS. THE END. ------->Link

IF I SEE THIS POSTED AGAIN BECAUSE YOU ARE NOT READING MY 80 REPLIES ALREADY MADE TODAY ON THIS, I WILL REPORT YOUR POST AS TROLLING AND HAVE IT REMOVED.

Thank you and if you really care, get on the phones, donate, or do something productive like DEBUNKING THIS ALL DAY TOO.

You can actually just cut and paste my words. I won't accuse you of plagiarising.

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By OLD ACCOUNT Mar 14th 2008 at 3:34 pm EDT

just making sure that the codes are correct.

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By Janggo from Warner Robins, GA Mar 14th 2008 at 7:26 pm EDT

Obama Disagrees With 'God Damn America' Sermon, But Defends Pastor ....Link
ISNT THIS DOUBLE STANDARD????

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By Couldn't be happier with my new President! Mar 14th 2008 at 8:05 pm EDT

All Catholics should quit the church and publicly denounce their pastor's religious beliefs, by this standard. What has RELIGION got to do with Politics, anyway? This is not the GOP, people.

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By Janggo from Warner Robins, GA Mar 14th 2008 at 7:19 pm EDT

When will we realize that one is not able to separate themselves from their religious activities. Don't these devout religous people proclaim that believing is their life? So, how are we as Americans supposed to stomach a presidential candidate who refuses to unequivocally denounce this church. There are thousands of churches. Can't Obama find one where the messages reflect what he claims he believes in? His refusal to denounce his membership in such an organization questions his ability to make decisions for the good of all Americans.
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David in Charlotte 4:13 PM
Source: ABC News...Link

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By Couldn't be happier with my new President! Mar 14th 2008 at 8:35 pm EDT

This is somewhat off today's topic, but it is quite disturbing, thought provoking reading, someone gave me recently. I had heard of some of this a while back, but it's amazing the people involved, going way back.

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By Patricia from El Sobrante CA Mar 15th 2008 at 12:58 am EDT

Understand this. Barack is for America. This is wh running for a polital office is so difficult. The will bring up your past "dummy uncle, aunt and anyone else who does not represent your views. Let us remember. What does Barack say. not what people who associated with him said. My friend Terri Williams alwasy says ..Stay Strong.We also say. Keep your eyes on the prize. One people... One nation. They will try and divide us by black and white. A nation divided cannot stand. Thatis what we are all about.
As they say in Jamaica. One Love. Parica from CA

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By Muhammad Mar 15th 2008 at 2:37 am EDT

Senator Obama has had his religion brought up more then any Republican I can recall. I can't understand why African-AmericanS have to shine shoes to prove patriotism, while White Americans like former President Richard Nixon can claim that 'blacks are genetically inferior to Whites.' and be burried with honors BY Republicans and infact many democrats. These are the double standards that anger many African Americans. Here you have Michelle Obama's patriotism being brought into question, because she now feels proud to be an American I think is a disgrace. No African American, and no descent American can say that they have no shame of any aspect of American history. Many of us would rather be lied to in a pleasant way then told the truth, even if it is a witness against our ownselves. you can't graduate from ignorance until you admit that it exists. We live in denial, we lie to our ownselves and then we start believing these lies as truth. Many Republicans say they believe in a secure America, but explain to me how President Bush can boast of securing America with 16,000 homicides on average taking place in America? More Americans have been murdered by Americans then Muslims, Communists, Vietcong combined since 9-11-01. How can I be proud when our country has emprisoned 22% of the world's prison population, while we boast of freedom? while we only make up 5% of the population. This being said I am thoroughly ashamed of Black America, infact I'm disgusted. 70% of us are born out of weddlock, 48% of black girls are carrying an std. This shame does not negate my love for my community, infact it is shame that motivates CHANGE.

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