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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 5:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:27 pm EST)

"And the site isn't going anywhere. The online tools in My.BarackObama will live on. Barack Obama supporters will continue to use the tools to collaborate and interact."

:)

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By CMarieCT Nov 7th 2008 at 5:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:30 pm EST)

Woooo-Hooooo Happy Friday President Elect Obama Family. I am soooo happy the site isn't going anywhere. I was about to get teh BLOG Family BLUES! Hey Lace :)

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By Celtic Nov 7th 2008 at 5:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:36 pm EST)

And I'm thrilled the site will stay around!!

Most enduring image of election night: The Photo Link

From the Dep't. of Rubbing Chins in Thought: Fox News letting up on Obama? Link

Baby Girl Plouffe was born yesterday! Link

Yes We Can- The campaign in pictures Link

Pictures- November 3rd 2008, Manassas, Virginia (Do Not Miss) Link

Knock knock... Link
VIDEO- Michelle Obama's Style Link
Antigua plans to rename highest peak after Barack Obama Link
VIDEO- Late Show - Top Ten New Revelations About Sarah Palin Link
Happy Obama Pictures Link
President Elect Obama gets calls from foreign leaders Link
Ten Facts You Need To Know About Rahm Emanuel Link
Al Gore group urges Obama to create U.S. power grid Link
Ted Kennedy to Move on Health When Obama Gives Go-Ahead Link
Obama conisders creation of White House Energy Security Council Link
Obama Likely to Win Omaha Electoral Vote Link
Barney Bites Reporter: THE VIDEO Link
President-Elect Obama's economic transition advisers Link
Obama's Big Fat Problems Link
Barack Sinatra Link
Change.Gov- The New Obama Transition Site Link
Italy's Berlusconi hails "suntanned" Obama Link
McCain's closest aide: The press wanted to "embarrass the sh** out of" McCain Link
VIDEO- Got Post-Election Blues? Link
Robert Gibbs to be White House Press Secretary Link
Biden Sees Mondale as Model Link
Birth of a trend? Baby Obama born in Florida Link
VIDEO- Countdown- Worst Persons In The.... Oh Nevermind Link
VIDEO: David Letterman's Late Show Election Night Recap Link
MUST-SEE-- FOX Video report: There will be an "avalanche" for "many days" of the "foibles of Sarah Palin" Link

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By . Nov 7th 2008 at 5:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:47 pm EST)

:)

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By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 6:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:14 pm EST)

: )

Yeah! Happy to see this thread! I was kind of in mourning about losing this community!

: )

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By Anna-Maria Nov 7th 2008 at 6:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:27 pm EST)

:)

Me too!

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By Fire Is Born Nov 7th 2008 at 6:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:32 pm EST)

Now we can really celebrate without nostalgia! What a feast tonight! I love the world that we have created and will continue to do so through this place.
VIVA Barack Obama, President Elect!

Let's thank Chris Hugues!

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By James Brown.....Proudly Voted For President Obama ! Nov 7th 2008 at 6:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:50 pm EST)

YESSSSSSSSSSSSS ! Thank you HQ and MR.President for keeping this site up. We will use it to form a ( More perfect Union ).

TOGETHER WE CAN !

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By 4earth, WA ☂ Nov 7th 2008 at 7:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:50 pm EST)

Oh Boy! This is great news. There's going to be some hard times before things improve. Barack warned us of this. People are out of work. Food Banks are low. We need to ALL take over Barack's old job of being community organizers so we can all get through the hard times. This site can be a real tool to do that.

Thank you President Obama for thinking ahead, as usual!

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By Celtic Nov 7th 2008 at 9:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:12 pm EST)

VIDEO: Fox contributor mocks black reporter's tears during Obama win Link

VIDEO: Students told not to speak Obama's name Link

Transparency In Government, Obama Style Link

Barack means Lightning, Rahm means Thunder Link

Most enduring image of election night: The Photo Link

From the Dep't. of Rubbing Chins in Thought: Fox News letting up on Obama? Link

Baby Girl Plouffe was born yesterday! Link

Yes We Can- The campaign in pictures Link

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By Margaret from Westborough, MA Nov 8th 2008 at 4:23 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 4:23 am EST)

One more refreshing change: For the first time in 10-12 years we won't need to feel ashamed of, or embarassed for, the President!
My daughter joined in the celebrations in DC Tuesday night. She told me her only regret was that she hadn't been able to do more for the campaign. Then she said she watched Obama's speech again & listened to his message. She went right out & volunteered for the Red Cross & signed up for the Big Brother Big Sister program. As she put it:
"Because that is what he's asking us to do!"

Imagine if even half the people who voted for him did something similar . . .

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By GREG KLINE Nov 8th 2008 at 11:03 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:03 am EST)

I've always seen this site as the CENTAL NETWORKING HUB to manifest Barack's and our visions of better days and a better world.

I am SO happy HQ seems to agree.

Loving You Guys,
Greg

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By Stanley H. Krute Nov 8th 2008 at 11:11 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:11 am EST)

Hi Greg

Deep agreement with these thoughts.

-- stan

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By Tom Water Gives Clean Hydrogen Nov 8th 2008 at 1:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 1:26 pm EST)

this article shows something wierd:

Link

why did emanuel get a job as a investment banker and got paid 17 million (probably for sending his friends he made as a fund raiser to the company as a client) isnt that the revolving door of government that we all wanted stopped.

corruption is the biggest thing i wanted stopped. and if you have a guy who is rich because of corruption in the white house. HOW will things change?

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By Carol 4Obama4America Nov 8th 2008 at 6:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 6:39 pm EST)

The answer to your question is in this thread and from the lips of our President-elect:

FROM THE BOTTOM, UP.

The young lady who signed up to volunteer for the Red Cross and Big Brothers/Big Sisters gets it. Why not you?

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By Tiger Nov 8th 2008 at 11:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:12 pm EST)

" Something weird article..."
Lot of stuff being thrown at Barack, we do not have to provide a link for it. In other words we are helping those anti-Barack sites, regards.

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By JoAnn Nov 9th 2008 at 1:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 9th 2008 at 1:32 pm EST)

I am also glad this site is staying up, I feel this is a real family. I am the older voter,65 who voted for "our new president".

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By Duane Kuehn Nov 9th 2008 at 3:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 9th 2008 at 3:47 pm EST)

Thank you Fire for the information you have given me.
I am so very glad this site will remain and hope to begin work "from the bottom up" to keep Barack aware of our interests.
In this thread is mentioned the "rich" in the White House. Understandable after 40 years of unbridled corruption and greed in our capitol building.
However, we know a true Hope when we see it and I, for one, have Faith that Barack will fulfill his promises so long as we, at the bottom, demand fulfillment from the local up.
Loveya,
Duane Kuehn

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By Ethel Nov 7th 2008 at 7:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:04 pm EST)

Me Too. I do not know what I would have done. I really enjoy blogging with my Obama friends. I am glad to see others willing to stay on and blog.

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By Sean Nov 7th 2008 at 7:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:19 pm EST)

Change.gov is the new official site of the office of the President-elect. Stay involved! :)

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By Tammy Nov 7th 2008 at 11:08 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:08 pm EST)

I am hoping that someone can get this message to Barack...

I was a Republican until this election but my husband is a Democrate. We are expecting a litter of puppies from our Cocker Spaniel around Thanksgiving. Some people refer to these dogs as Specialty Dogs - others because they are mixed my say they are muts.

These dogs were born and raised from dogs here in Illinois, they are bi-part, but most of all I will let your daughters have the pick of the litter.

They are shedless, hypoallergenic, and are superior intelligence, biddable temperament. They look like Benji from TV....

As I watched today, I saw you wanted a dog that was mixed, hyprallergenic, but ours do not come from a shelter, they come from a loveable home and would love to come to your home.

They bring the best into their lives from both worlds - The Cocker and the Poodle. They have unparalleled affection for people. They are loyal, open , and friendly. They are most receptive to young people and are tolerant of children's clumsy handling. They are eager to please and eaily trained. They are have sound dispositions and remain vigorous and active for most of their lives.

If you are on Barack's team to read these blogs, please get this message to him, before he picks a puppy. I will get him and his family all of the information they may want to research these breeds.

Brandi and Buddy will most likely produce beautiful Chocolate Brown puppies just as we have with our Muffin. But, who knows what other shades will be born.

Thank you,

Tammy Smith

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By Tammy Nov 7th 2008 at 11:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:11 pm EST)

I am hoping that someone can get this message to Barack...

I was a Republican until this election but my husband is a Democrate. We are expecting a litter of puppies from our Cocker Spaniel around Thanksgiving. Some people refer to these dogs as Specialty Dogs - others because they are mixed my say they are muts.

These dogs were born and raised from dogs here in Illinois, they are bi-part, but most of all I will let your daughters have the pick of the litter.

They are shedless, hypoallergenic, and are superior intelligence, biddable temperament. They look like Benji from TV....

As I watched today, I saw you wanted a dog that was mixed, hyprallergenic, but ours do not come from a shelter, they come from a loveable home and would love to come to your home.

They bring the best into their lives from both worlds - The Cocker and the Poodle. They have unparalleled affection for people. They are loyal, open , and friendly. They are most receptive to young people and are tolerant of children's clumsy handling. They are eager to please and eaily trained. They are have sound dispositions and remain vigorous and active for most of their lives.

If you are on Barack's team to read these blogs, please get this message to him, before he picks a puppy. I will get him and his family all of the information they may want to research these breeds.

Brandi and Buddy will most likely produce beautiful Chocolate Brown puppies just as we have with our Muffin. But, who knows what other shades will be born.

Thank you,

Tammy Smith

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By Rhonda from Portland, ME Nov 8th 2008 at 10:41 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 10:41 am EST)

Tammy this offer is so nice but there is no such thing as a hypoallergic dog! I am an asthma educator. I hope Barack and Michele go to an allergist who will tell them the same.
Rhonda

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By Tammy Nov 7th 2008 at 11:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:12 pm EST)

I am hoping that someone can get this message to Barack...

I was a Republican until this election but my husband is a Democrate. We are expecting a litter of puppies from our Cocker Spaniel around Thanksgiving. Some people refer to these dogs as Specialty Dogs - others because they are mixed my say they are muts.

These dogs were born and raised from dogs here in Illinois, they are bi-part, but most of all I will let your daughters have the pick of the litter.

They are shedless, hypoallergenic, and are superior intelligence, biddable temperament. They look like Benji from TV....

As I watched today, I saw you wanted a dog that was mixed, hyprallergenic, but ours do not come from a shelter, they come from a loveable home and would love to come to your home.

They bring the best into their lives from both worlds - The Cocker and the Poodle. They have unparalleled affection for people. They are loyal, open , and friendly. They are most receptive to young people and are tolerant of children's clumsy handling. They are eager to please and eaily trained. They are have sound dispositions and remain vigorous and active for most of their lives.

If you are on Barack's team to read these blogs, please get this message to him, before he picks a puppy. I will get him and his family all of the information they may want to research these breeds.

Brandi and Buddy will most likely produce beautiful Chocolate Brown puppies just as we have with our Muffin. But, who knows what other shades will be born.

Thank you,

Tammy Smith

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By Clara Nov 12th 2008 at 2:20 am EST (Updated Nov 12th 2008 at 2:20 am EST)

I highly recommend a miniature Poodle. Poodles have fur and not hair and, therefore, they make the perfect pet for asthma suffers because they do not shed or had dander. I looked for a hypoallergenic dog for my son and a miniature poodle was recommended. Poodles are smart, protective, and make one of the best pets you will ever own. Best of all, just play with the poodle and it gets all of the exercise it needs because it is a small dog. My son has asthma and is not affected by fur.

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By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 7:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:42 pm EST)

Carissimo signor presidente Barack Obama, mi congratulo con lei per il successo alle elezioni e sono felicissima per lei, per il popolo degli Stati Uniti e anche perchè spero che la sua presidenza segni l'inizio di un cambiamento anche per il resto del mondo, compresa l' Italia, dove io vivo. Se potessi, rispettosamente, la abbraccerei. Auguri per il difficile lavoro che l'aspetta.
Con grande rispetto e ammirazione.
Gabriella De Rosa from Bologna (Italia).

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By The Traveler Nov 7th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST)

Translation:

Dear Mr. President Barack Obama, my congratulations for the success for your election and I am very happy for you, for the people of the United States, and now I expect that your presidency would be a change for the rest of the world, including Italy, where I live. If I could respectfully embrace you (hug you) Good luck with the difficult work that awaits you.

With great respect and admiration.

Gabriella De Rosa from Bologna, Italy.

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By Ivan from Las Cruces, NM Nov 8th 2008 at 9:14 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 9:14 am EST)

Isn't one posting enough ?

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By Joyce Nov 8th 2008 at 10:33 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 10:33 am EST)

Did I miss something? The first post was in Italian and the second was from a kindly person who translated it for us. What is your complaint.

BTW, sometimes there is an accidental multiple posting. When things are very slow, one may hit publish more than once. I once had 5 of the same thing and was thoroughly embarassed.

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By dughill44 Nov 11th 2008 at 2:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 11th 2008 at 2:38 pm EST)

Dear Traveler,

We in the US are thrilled to know that people around the world have not given up on us. Barack Obama will show you that we can once again be a leader and a friend to the world.

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By ♥ Tanya ♥ Nov 7th 2008 at 6:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:01 pm EST)

I didn't know the Plouffe family was expecting....Congrats to them! :o)

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By ♥ dreamweaver "Grab A Mop" ♥ aka Vicki from Iowa Nov 7th 2008 at 6:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:57 pm EST)

Yeah some of the jerk pundits were putting him down, saying he needed to get his priorities straight, because he said he would be with his wife on the 4th if need be. I e-mailed them and told them that he did have his priorities straight, that the Obama campaign knows family comes first, just like barack visiting his "Toot".

They just don't get it!!!!!

Hugs, Vicki

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By Fire Is Born Nov 7th 2008 at 7:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:15 pm EST)

Plus our strategy made us ready a week before!

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By bill berry Nov 7th 2008 at 8:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:35 pm EST)

We need this site to countinue to help our president elect make the change our country needs.We must keep up the hard work we all did together during this campain and start now for the next election.Get more demorcrats registered NOW!!!!!!!!!!

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By Obamaismyguy! Nov 8th 2008 at 12:00 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:00 am EST)

Speaking of "Toot," does anyone know what is happening with her funeral and if Barack is going to attend?

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By Jeanne, "who volunteers at the pleasure of the President" in Eugene, Oregon Nov 8th 2008 at 2:53 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:53 am EST)

I heard something today about the Obama family going to Hawaii (was it in December?) for Toot's memorial. That will be a hard one. I'm glad they'll all be together...

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By Maria Nov 8th 2008 at 11:18 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:18 am EST)

Yes, this must be so hard for him. it's better to get closure early I suspect, so that the control needed to manage the unvoiced sadness doesn't play games with his mind and fatigue levels.

It's much harder to deal with close death than we ourselves even realize during the initial shock and mourning period. And there is always shock, even when we know it's coming.

Great sympathy and congratulations to President Elect Obama :) - We love you!

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By Patriot2008 Nov 7th 2008 at 7:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:34 pm EST)

Have you heard anything about calling in GA to rally Martin supporters for the Runoff? I keep seeing the Saxby negative ads. I am in GA, too!

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By Dave Nov 8th 2008 at 12:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:52 pm EST)

I really want us to win the GA seat, but I feel this will really be all about turnout...

The GOP guy got 49.9%....the DEM guy 47%.....the 3rd party guy 3%....

Well, all the votes for the third party guy, the libertarian are going to go to the GOP candidate...the third party guy is a white supremecist and is open about these views and I doubt he gets many votes from Democrats, especially as half the dems that voted on Nov 4th were African American...Hopefully these guys will be so upset there guy lost they will just stay home instead of voting GOP....

The fact we mobilized so strong in GA for the early vote shows we can mobilize for this special election..

Winning the GA seat will bring us to 58 seats....

That means if we somehow can find a way to win MN (we are down 200 votes in the state in the senate race) we will have an opportunity to have 60 seats in the Senate if we win the AK special election.....

We still have a chance of getting 60 seats in the Senate, and with a few races undecided in the house 59-60% of the House.......

Great work calling GA...to win this it is all about turnout as voters will likely just vote how they did November 4th...

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By Patriot2008 Nov 8th 2008 at 2:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:14 pm EST)

Yes, GA will be about turnout! I am concerned about AK. I think "lipstick on a pig" (a.k.a.-Sarah Palin) has her eyes on that Senate seat.

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By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 9:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:26 pm EST)

This from Canada.... what a wonderful group. How very very happy our family was to see the election results... Finally we can hope for a real friend in the White House.

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By Tayo Nov 7th 2008 at 10:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:04 pm EST)

Unprecedented grassroot organizing

Phenomenal Campaign, and how nice, all of these as turn to success.

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By CHELSEA Nov 7th 2008 at 10:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:23 pm EST)

Yeah!
This website will continue!
I hope we get e-mails regarding issues too.

Chelsea

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By Stanley H. Krute Nov 8th 2008 at 10:50 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 10:50 am EST)

Celtic --

Your ongoing collections of great links were invaluable in this campaign. Huge amount of work. Huge. Even huger thanks to you.

-- stan

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By Christopher Drinkut Nov 8th 2008 at 11:02 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:02 am EST)

I agree, it is awesome that this site will stay around and that the communities and connections we've made can continue on to support the Obama presidency and this great country.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 5:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:39 pm EST)

Hi Cherylene :)

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By Stephen C. Rose in NYC Nov 7th 2008 at 5:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:54 pm EST)

F R I D A Y

Rahm Reaction + Red Sex/Blue Sex + California Careening
Link

with updates including -- Lieberman redux + Barack's Brain Trust + Georgia's cluster bomb still pose a threat. We are not all Georgians.

To receive this daily one-page "magazine" the next morning in your inbox, with all updates, simply go here Link Scroll down and subscribe.

Huffington Post Page -- Link

Most recent Huff post: Could Barack Obama Suffer The Fate of LBJ>
Link

I have set up a page $1000 for the Obama Movement at the urging of some of you who would like to show support for my blogging efforts. I am very touched by this. If I reach the goal I will set up another. Thanks in advance. Link

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By Stephen C. Rose in NYC Nov 8th 2008 at 7:08 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 7:08 am EST)

S A T U R D A Y

DNC Future + Begich Surge + Obama Near Landslide
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with updates including -- MUST SEE -- Right Wing Rogues Gallery + Title-tweaking -- a SEO critique of the Barack Obama transition site change.gov + Who WON'T be in Obama's Cabinet? +
Now Lieberman flirts with his pals in the GOP + Obama looking Cabinet-like PHOTO and text

To receive this daily one-page "magazine" the next morning in your inbox, with all updates, go here Link scroll down and subscribe.

Huffington Post Page -- Link

Most recent Huff post: Could Barack Obama Suffer The Fate of LBJ?
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FR Page: Link

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By Stephen C. Rose in NYC Nov 8th 2008 at 12:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:44 pm EST)

From today'sblog Link

Treasury will probably be Barack's first Cabinet appointment. I think it is essential that this be a no-brainer with no risk of escalating into a divisive confirmation battle. We can all remember the failed Clinton efforts. I strongly favor the appointment of Paul Volcker for a period of two years max. Volcker, at 81, is able to take on the task and has already steered the country through another financial crisis. He commands respect. He is a non-Greenspan. He can press the also-rans into service if it makes sense. And his appointment would free Barack from the onus of having to hitch his wagon to a star that might fall.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:13 pm EST)

Me too Cherylene!!!

Yippee!!!!

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By D.Claire from New York, NY Nov 7th 2008 at 9:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:26 pm EST)

The site remains....In sight my eyes all i see... I hear...Good Morning Good Day , New days coming our way, I so Thank all who supported and believed in Barack....Years back myself a young mother 18, in the middle of the Newark Riots frightened gun shots,going for milk a store, Rifles in stores...yes america.....years pass, I meet a man James Baldwin, we got along well, just as people...Oh a long story...

Thank god Obama/Biden

All The Money in The World Will Never, Replace The People Of The World

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By D.Claire from New York, NY Nov 7th 2008 at 10:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:11 pm EST)

The site remains....In sight my eyes all i see... I hear...Good Morning Good Day , New days coming our way, I so Thank all who supported and believed in Barack....Years back myself a young mother 18, in the middle of the Newark Riots frightened gun shots,going for milk a store, Rifles in stores...yes america.....years pass, I meet a man writer James Baldwin, we got along well, just as people...Oh a long story...

Thank god Obama/Biden

All The Money in The World Will Never, Replace The People Of The World

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By Angelique from Reno, NV Nov 7th 2008 at 11:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:16 pm EST)

Yes I Thank God for Pres. Obama, Family and the Best Team he has that has his back.

I have Donated my time by knocking on doors and my money the lil I have, but I am so glad I did to make a change for my kids and their kids future if my kids ever have any they are in college, and as a single parent Obama has given me more hope for our future and I just wanted to Thank All Of You.

I'm to am glad the website is not going away. I will pray for all of us and the First Family Everyday. I live in Reno, NV and here we don't see color we just see our neighbor thank God for Unity. 11/7/08. I Love the Speach today also its going to take time and I'm glad he's not rushing even though I am one who needs help but God has never let me down and thats where my help comes from so I pray everyone lets Pres. Obama takes his time, even take his time picking the right Dog for his lovely daughters, and Michelle is going to be a Lovely First lady I must say it is beautiful to see someone my color in the White House. But I did not vote because of his color I voted because I Belive In the Change and the direction he is leading us and especially our young people, I thank him for waking them up.

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By Patriot2008 Nov 8th 2008 at 2:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:23 pm EST)

I think Obama for waking all of us up. Keep the prayers coming because God does hear.

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By Raffi Nov 8th 2008 at 12:26 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:26 am EST)

I am glad we will live on, but the silence is killing me, how about organizing few get benefits, here and there.
It will reward the team, generate more loyalty, and it will be fun.
Raffi

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By Patti from Stow, OH Nov 8th 2008 at 12:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:15 pm EST)

Hi Barrack !

I just wanted to say that I think it's great that you plan on adopting a dog from the pound. These poor babies are gassed/shot/burned to death every 3 days in pounds all across the country.

Please make animal rights and law relating to their care and welfare a top priority. The last administration did not care about animals and they have suffered horribly because of it.

As far as a name for your new family member...I think the girls should be in charge of giving her/him a name. I know they would do a great job and this puppy will be a life-long friend and loving family member for a long-long time.

I know people will be pulling you in every direction possible, trying to get you to listen to their causes, and of course- that's what you are there for, but please try to remember the animals when you get into office. They don't have a voice, and they don't have rights, so please.....please, ....be their voice.

Your are a wonderful man, with a great big heart. I am very proud of you for all the wonderful things that you have accomplished and for all the things you will accomplish in the future. Keep up the great work !

God Bless you and your family.

P.S. Stop by one of your local pounds unannounced and see how the conditions that these animals have to live in for their last days on earth.

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By Cherie, wf, over 50 Nov 9th 2008 at 3:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 9th 2008 at 3:24 pm EST)

You have been an inspiration to me-thanks!

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By Scar1 Nov 12th 2008 at 8:35 am EST (Updated Nov 12th 2008 at 8:35 am EST)

First of all, we thank God. Secondly it has been and honor to have worked with the Obama/Biden campaign-an awesome experience at age 56.

Now that you will become President the view by some is that you will only serve 4 years and be the "cleanup" guy. I disagree with that claim and rebuke it in God's holy name.

It will be a long journey for you and Vice President elect Biden. They will pick and pull at every turn even copy and divise a campaign similiar to the one you have managed not run.

Do not be fooled. Racism and greed still breed.
President Elect Obama you cannot make promises or charge ahead--You must take your time; be decisive and "stick to your guns".

You both have made statements in the campaign and not all will be accomplished the way you wanted them too. Bush and especially Chaney have made sure they left dung behind. They smile in your face but, the plot thickens. As you can see the Republican party rallying with the Govenors plotting how they will win in 2012. They now think they have your style. I do not think so because you style belongs to God.

Quickly announce you cabinet. Do not bailout so quickly. Speak with other Nations but, make no promises. Protect your families. Do not joke or be so open. They chew on every word. Emanual very good choice. Thumbs up on that. Robert and Caroline Kennendy good choices. Kerry very good State Secretary choice. Amy Carter, Senator from Hawaii--all good choices. The main person to put in NOW-Treasury and Budget people.

I am not an expert but I use the wisdom of God.
It will be a rocky road ahead. The economy is in danger because of "stupid and reckless methods".
No more bailouts. That is a setup for failure.
These people have to learn like the general public how to manage their own finances. Former President Clinton would be a good advisor or good person to put on the task of the economy.

The Republicans are "bad mouthing you early" to bring you both down.

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 7th 2008 at 5:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:33 pm EST)

I was waiting for this thread! I knew they would keep this site open. It is just too dynamic and has been truly home to so many people over the past 22 months that it just couldn't die. Kind of reminds me of the famous line from Frankentein, "It's Alive!"

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By Livvy Nov 7th 2008 at 5:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:39 pm EST)

This requires music

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 7th 2008 at 5:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:46 pm EST)

Link

We Are Family! (Barack Obama style of course)

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By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 6:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:18 pm EST)

Nice!

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By Anna-Maria Nov 7th 2008 at 6:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:32 pm EST)

Very nice!

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By Life as a Wave Nov 7th 2008 at 6:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:40 pm EST)

Now THAT'S what I'm talkin about!

Wahooo .... big fun ...

what a time to be alive!

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By cindy from tucson Nov 7th 2008 at 8:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:19 pm EST)

thanks Dan!

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By Mary Bailey Nov 7th 2008 at 9:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:11 pm EST)

THIS IS NICE THANK YOU.. MARY THE CARPENTER

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By CHELSEA Nov 7th 2008 at 10:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:27 pm EST)

That's right, Obamians--WE ARE FAMILY!

Chelsea

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By Patriot2008 Nov 7th 2008 at 10:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:32 pm EST)

We really are family. We are all descendents of Seth meaning Noah since we are after the flood. Noah had 3 sons (Shem, Ham, and Japheth). There is only one-tenth of a difference between all of us. The family of man has just drifted apart toward man's inhumanity to man. I hope this is a signal that we are drifting back toward "love thy neighbor as thyself".

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By Stanley H. Krute Nov 8th 2008 at 11:00 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:00 am EST)

Desert Dove Dan

As always, can only agree with yer thoughts.

The art and work you've given us all has been such a fabulous and important addition.

This music has been on my mind since seeing this OP.

-- stan

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By Ruby from Idahobama Nov 8th 2008 at 2:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:19 pm EST)

That song is worth paying it forward. Thank you.

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Nov 7th 2008 at 5:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:44 pm EST)

I feel much better now!!!!!! ;-)

Dan Lace needs our support right now my friend. Please be there for her. I'll let her fill you in.

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 7th 2008 at 5:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:50 pm EST)

Of course, by all means.

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 7th 2008 at 6:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:16 pm EST)

Dan, please, wait for my photo for your video !!!

I go to the hairdressor tomorrow, to take the photo after. It's not even a joke, LOL ! That's my after election pleasure.

The only problem is I have the apppointement at 4 pm tomorrow and I hope I'll... wake up on time. I can't keep the sluice gates of missing sleep closed anymore.

I've a serious proposal for Barack as President : to abolish time difference, to be able to blog with you when most of you are here at decent hours !

During election, I woke up a friend who was sleeping with her cell phone under her pillow at 4:45 am. She asked me to do it when it will be sure Barack is elected.

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By Kathy Nov 7th 2008 at 8:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:26 pm EST)

Blame it on Canada for time zones - Sir Sanford Fleming created the notion of Standard Time to get railway stations in sync.

Link

There is a US movement to abolish Daylight Savings time and create two times zones - could easily be extended north to Canada. check the link - they are organized and getting people to communicate with Congress - this would be the perfect time to get involved.

Link

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By Peng in Gresham, OR Nov 7th 2008 at 7:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:40 pm EST)

Thanks Desert Dan for keeping us entertained and calling it spot on to keep the site!

WOOOOOO HOOOOOO!!!!!!! :)

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By pjk Nov 7th 2008 at 5:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:35 pm EST)

I for one am going to stay connected and committed to helping Barack have an effective presidency. All of us will have to remain vigilant in keeping members of congress on their toes and responsive to the people and not to special interest groups-and that includes all of them-Democrats and Republicans alike. Thank goodness Barack did not accept traditional, public financing. It was the smartest thing he did for his campaign.

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By Patriot2008 Nov 7th 2008 at 7:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:37 pm EST)

I second what you have said!!!

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By Livvy Nov 7th 2008 at 5:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:38 pm EST)

wooohooo now i can clean my house knowing you guys aren't lost to me..off to start... see you tonight which is actually your morning . Please PBO show us all your live appearances..as they happen.

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 7th 2008 at 6:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:57 pm EST)

LOL !!! I agree, now I can clean my home ! I couldn't leave my laptop, as I didn't want to discover the site was in the way to close.

And I agree also, we need to continue the streams for Barack and Joe public appearances.

And also the back stage pics, like the amazing ones of election night !!!

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 7th 2008 at 6:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:07 pm EST)

I just shouted a great YEEEAAAAHHHHHH !!!!!!!!

Not so noisy, for my neighboors, but I felt the strength going out !!!!!!

Didn't want, in no way, to loose my O-Friends and you all !!!!!!!!!!

THANK YOU, HQ !!!!!

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By Sandra from New Castle, IN Nov 7th 2008 at 6:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:12 pm EST)

Poodles are good choices but I bet that the girls would love a Chinese Crested :D

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By LGP Nov 7th 2008 at 6:20 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:20 pm EST)

I was thrilled on Tuesday. I am worried today. Where is there a place for supporters to voice opinions and concerns over the organization of the new government? I am very concerned over the choices for advisors for addressing the economic crisis.

LGPrice
Penfield, NY

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By Anne in London Nov 7th 2008 at 6:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:46 pm EST)

it is good that people can still come here, to give their thoughts, voice their opinions, share ideas and experience.

i think there is so much that this energised base can do, to help america and, in so doing, to help obama win the second term he will need to finish his work.

all the best.

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By bill berry Nov 7th 2008 at 9:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:27 pm EST)

Don't be worried about his advisers he hit a homerun with Rahlm his first pick even republicans praised him for that.

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By Patriot2008 Nov 8th 2008 at 2:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:19 pm EST)

Rahm Emanuel is a good choice. He knows the ins and outs of DC, and is bipartisan.

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By Abomanite from brooklyn Nov 7th 2008 at 7:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:21 pm EST)

Check out the

Change.Gov site

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By Fire Is Born Nov 7th 2008 at 7:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:37 pm EST)

the place to voice:

Change.gov

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By Loretta Nov 7th 2008 at 7:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:40 pm EST)

a little too early to start second guessing his decisions. Let's give this a little time, please.

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By bill berry Nov 7th 2008 at 9:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:15 pm EST)

What no pitbull in lipstick.

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By akmk Nov 7th 2008 at 6:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:37 pm EST)

Another great choice by our newly elected leader.
Also there is the new site (Change.gov):
http://change.gov

Sweet celebration HQ family.

For my part, I will update my profile to reflect current events. Will also drop some groups (related to specific state campaigns) and hold other (related mostly to issues) and perhaps add a few down the road.

Need to get my E-mail under control a bit so I can get back to focusing on my own Alaska/Yukon photography and publishing business and not just the campaign.

But every minute of connecting with all of you out there, your passion, your energy, your ideas, your commitment, has been worth it.

I love and appreciate my Obama family and now we move forward as the new and fresh United States of America.

So awesome!

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By KFSB Nov 7th 2008 at 6:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:39 pm EST)

So happy this site will live on! Also don't forget the new website,
www.change.gov
where you can input your thoughts and even offer your help for the transition.
It's kinda empty now, but in a few days it should comne alive.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Nov 7th 2008 at 6:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:47 pm EST)

Great to hear it will still be here. Also be sure to be involved with change.gov

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By !Rhonda - We are President Obama's Secret Weapon & We are going to keep calling and emailing the fence straggling Senators! Nov 7th 2008 at 6:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:52 pm EST)

WOW! This is SOOO OOO OOO Awesome!

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By Millie Bradenton FL Nov 7th 2008 at 7:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:09 pm EST)

I'm so happy that this site will continue! I've become totally adicted, checking and reading everyday, even if I don't post. I appreciate all the links people post and get so much of the news I would never find anywhere else. Plus all the stories, ups and downs that we have shared since I started coming here in January.

On another note, does anyone know how to get tickets to the inaguration? I'd love to go! I have a HS friend who lives in VA and If I can get a ticket, I'm crashing on her couch!

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By maria from europe Nov 7th 2008 at 7:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:18 pm EST)

YESSSSS great news :D

but ppl please post the new links... i dont see them

thank you :D

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By SoCalHopeMonger Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST)

YAY! We get to stay! I don't know what I would do without my blog family!

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By Debra from Fishers, IN Nov 7th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST)

Yippppeeeeeeee!

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By Rick from Morgan Hill, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 9:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:04 pm EST)

He is a liar, he and McCain agreed to take public financing, the Obama renigged once McCain had already agreed to no fund Raising... Obama has no Integrity...

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By Nonny from Wolsey, SD Nov 7th 2008 at 9:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:34 pm EST)

Please tell me what public financing is? I'm part of the public and my money was donated to help Obama's campaign. If you read his books, you'd see he has lots of integrity. Why should he take some lobbyists money when we the people were willing to donate to his cause to get someone into the President's office that would work for us instead of big business. If you don't like it Rick, you can always move out of the country.

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By Yes We Did!!! And Will Do It Again in 2012 Nov 7th 2008 at 9:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:50 pm EST)

Freedom of speech is one thing... but now that the campaign is over, I would like to see these kinds of posts addressed as the disrespect that it is in the President Elect's cyberspace home. There is not a shortage of places online where people can expound their ignorance against President Elect Obama, so I would really like it if they couldn't do it here.

Maria Saldana

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By ExcitedForObama2008 Nov 7th 2008 at 10:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:01 pm EST)

Dear Mister President-Elect:

Congratulations on your victory. I supported you financially ... and I literally prayed for your victory. With that said, I saw your press conference today and I don't mean to be harsh or anything like that. But about your gaffes during your first press conference. I don't want to make more of it than it is - but you were so disciplined during your two year campaign, this is NOT the time to let down your guard. Please just be yourself. Leave the jokes to Leno and Letterman. With the state the nation and the world is in - there is really nothing to joke about. Why do I say this? Well, see what happened to McCain, Giuliani and Palin? The media built them up only to take them down. And no offense - but that will go DOUBLE for you. I love you and everything you represent - but don't ever EVER forget - the media is NOT your friend. History clearly demonstrates that the American mass media HATES her presidents - especially the post Kennedy media. JFK was the last president they blindly worshiped and adored. Remember what happened to Johnson - after his stunning landslide victory and his Great Society. When the media finished with him, he couldn't even run for reelection. Remember Nixon - Remember the 'clumsy' Ford -- and Jimmy Carter - they pumped him up as a nice guy from the south - and now - more than a generation later - even you couldn't campaign with him after the media's vicious assault. The press sliced and diced ronald reagan - bush sr. and bill and monica was almost a sport for them. so please - don't get it twisted - the media is your enemy Mister President. Don't try to make them laugh - don't think they are your 'base' - as mccain infamously did - just go about the nation's business. We may have been ones we were waiting for - but you are the one who will get us there. God Bless You and please know that we are praying for your success for the next EIGHT years. Godspeed.

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By Yes We Did!!! And Will Do It Again in 2012 Nov 7th 2008 at 11:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:40 pm EST)

Cheryl, thanks for your remarks. I've had a knot in my stomach all day about this. I logged in tonight to express this same concern, but found that you had already addressed it with so much more grace and compassion than I would have. Thank you.... Obama 0'Twelve!

MLS
Bowie, Maryland

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By Victor Nov 8th 2008 at 12:06 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:06 am EST)

I agree. I saw the conference live and thought it was let down when this happened. The mutt referenced was another unneeded comment.

The President-elect is one of the most disciplined communicators I have ever witnessed. I am sure he self-corrected pretty fast.

The President-elect has extraordinary talents and will get us where we need to go, but in terms of wit, he is no Jack Kennedy or Ronald Reagan, he is simply Barrack Obama and that is why we elected him.

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By Obamaismyguy! Nov 8th 2008 at 12:29 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:29 am EST)

Other than the "seance" remark, which he has apologized for, IMHO I thought his other remarks were quite funny... especially the "Mutt like me" remark.

Not sure what all the fuss is about. As he said many times... he is not a perfect person, and he will not be a perfect president, but we need to let him be him. I actually wish he would lighten up a little more often in public and like the fact he did so today.

He can never make everyone happy all the time, no matter what he does. We need to focus more on what he is doing regarding policies.

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By Nita**who is filled with delight that this day is here! Nov 8th 2008 at 2:22 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:22 am EST)

I agree! Don't be like the other folks ready to jump on every word he says. He's had a lot on him for quite some time, and deserves to let go a little. The beauty is he called and apologized that's what makes him a good human being!!

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By Mid America Mom Nov 8th 2008 at 9:14 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 9:14 am EST)

Most of us are MUTTS (I am and I bet 99% of us are!) But above all AMERICANS.

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By dughill44 Nov 11th 2008 at 2:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 11th 2008 at 2:50 pm EST)

I concur with "Excited for Obama" I had the same feeling about the press conference. Just be yourself, Mr. President elect. The media wants you to be all things to all people and that will destroy you and your goals. We voted for you because you were honest and consistent. Do what you beliebe is right and let the media say what it wants, which is controversy.

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By Dorian Nov 8th 2008 at 12:29 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:29 am EST)

The community is a movement. One that has been drawn together to work for a better nation.

The challenges are great and Barack will need support behind him.

Let him know we're still here and ready.

Dorian

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By Catherine of Riverdale, IL Nov 8th 2008 at 2:30 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:30 am EST)

I have been so busy talking and calling and getting money to donate...that I have not been on the site for awhile. When Barack became President Elect Obama...as we all knew he would, I don't know if I was exyremely relieved or excited. I even wondered if I would miss the campaign (one of the best the USA has EVER seen). THen, I thought about all of us who have been on this site for so long. I realized something....we are really family, and if I go away for years, my family is still my family. It is something that lasts forever. I am so very glad that the site will march on! Alright Family!!!

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By Donatella from Glasgow, WV Nov 8th 2008 at 5:09 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 5:09 am EST)

Come italiana mi complimento con Lei per la presidenza e mi vergogno per l'infelice battuta del nostro Presidente del Consiglio.

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By Anthony in N.C. Nov 8th 2008 at 9:47 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 9:47 am EST)

Lace,

I appreciated your enthusiasm and insights throughout this campaign. You are truly an example of the people who supports the Obama/Biden ticket.

Thanks!!!

May God Bless you and especially your mother.

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By isaiah Nov 8th 2008 at 9:52 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 9:52 am EST)

I heard him loud and clear. Great news just keeps on coming from this campaign. E pluribus unum y'all (from many, comes one), and as JOHN McCAIN said " that one ". I'm glad this site will stay up and running and remain a forum to organize ,socialize and help our president get positive things done for our country. God bless america !!!

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By Maxine From Montclair NJ Nov 8th 2008 at 10:46 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 10:46 am EST)

I share your excitement, while reading the comment you were the first person that ran across my mind. You have been so committed to this movement. Thanks Lace.

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By WeMSA-4 Nov 8th 2008 at 11:38 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:38 am EST)

GREAT NEWS THIS STAYS OPEN. Now hear this: It is now being reported in the press that President-Elect Obama is "managing expectations". In other words, he is attempting to make people lower their expectations - based on his campaign promises - in order not to be too disappointed by what he can actually do.

Well, my group has SOLUTIONS which, if applied, will enable him to embrace HIGH expectations and perform BEYOND those expectations.

The solutions are described at Link

The support family here can do wonders working with those peaceful solutions. The lives of the individual members will improve DRAMATICALLY, and the new President's campaign promises will be successfully fulfilled.

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By stucker Nov 8th 2008 at 11:43 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:43 am EST)

I'm so happy the site will stay. I'd love to have a presidential blog to read when you are in office!

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By AWE KOOTA BILXPAAK KOOXSHIIWIASH, which translates to "he who helps all people of the land." Nov 8th 2008 at 2:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:05 pm EST)

WOW! I love your art work!

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By Patti from Stow, OH Nov 8th 2008 at 12:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:13 pm EST)

Hi Barrack !

I just wanted to say that I think it's great that you plan on adopting a dog from the pound. These poor babies are gassed/shot/burned to death every 3 days in pounds all across the country.

Please make animal rights and law relating to their care and welfare a top priority. The last administration did not care about animals and they have suffered horribly because of it.

As far as a name for your new family member...I think the girls should be in charge of giving her/him a name. I know they would do a great job and this puppy will be a life-long friend and loving family member for a long-long time.

I know people will be pulling you in every direction possible, trying to get you to listen to their causes, and of course- that's what you are there for, but please try to remember the animals when you get into office. They don't have a voice, and they don't have rights, so please.....please, ....be their voice.

Your are a wonderful man, with a great big heart. I am very proud of you for all the wonderful things that you have accomplished and for all the things you will accomplish in the future. Keep up the great work !

God Bless you and your family.

P.S. Stop by one of your local pounds unannounced and see how the conditions that these animals have to live in for their last days on earth.

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By Unknown user Nov 8th 2008 at 1:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 1:46 pm EST)

Congratulations to you, Mr President.

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By Peanuts Nov 8th 2008 at 7:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 7:50 pm EST)

Wow, fabulous news!!!! I'm still so happy that we've done it.

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By Unknown user Nov 8th 2008 at 10:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 10:01 pm EST)

Greetings from Canada! President Obama & his his team might just change the way many Canadians (and most people worldwide) view Americans both politically and culturally. A welcome change. Yes you can...

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By Hope and Change Nov 8th 2008 at 11:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:11 pm EST)

Looking for another way to celebrate the victory and the future?

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By Hope and Change Nov 8th 2008 at 11:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:13 pm EST)

Looking for another way to celebrate the victory and the future?

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By Radik from Decatur, GA Nov 9th 2008 at 12:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 9th 2008 at 12:41 pm EST)

Russia only afraid of democracy effect from Ukraine, that is why Russia try to destabilization in Ukraine, it is very important then rocket (ballistic missile)in Kaliningrad. Because only successful democracy in Ukraine to undergo drastic, great change Russian regime. That is why first formidable minimum task to strengthening and consolidation democracy in Ukraine. Russia now control and will try control oil-gas transit and do not permit to west in it and to turn on gas and oil of Central Asia on Russia territory. That is why to solve it do not need any radar and rocket (ballistic missile) in Czech and Poland. Why use more US money and resources for it when here financial crisis. These money need use for open economy in world - it is base of democracy system in world and usa. Big rocket, ballistic missile do not true power against Russia, one easy way is only to develop democracy in Ukraine and around Russia (Caucasus, Central Asia - here very easy way to begin to create democracy -it is development type for Muslim countries as Iran, Afghanistan, Irak or Egypt )

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By Melinda from Mill Valley, CA Nov 10th 2008 at 12:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 10th 2008 at 12:09 pm EST)

Barack Obama can't let all this energy, love and support disappear. Use this network to ask for our help in solving some of the problems facing our country. Promote volunteerism, as an example. I believe we all want change and will be willing to help. Good luck!

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By Humble Supporter of OBama Nov 7th 2008 at 5:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:28 pm EST)

I am glad that this site is not going anywhere.
All of you have been a part of my life every day this year.

I still cannot believe what all of us accomplished.
I am so proud of all of you and being an American.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 5:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:33 pm EST)

Yes We Did!

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By dughill44 Nov 11th 2008 at 3:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 11th 2008 at 3:06 pm EST)

This web site, along with many others, has changed our democracy. I feel more impowered and that the voices of the common people has been heard during this long election process. We eliminated the national media filter to help shape the issues and support for Obama.

If we continue to voice our thoughts and ideas on this site, the Obama team and congress will listen. I have read so many bright thoughts on this site and have learned so much. I have unlimited hope that our country will change direction and rise again.

" If the people will lead, the leaders will follow."

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By Anne in London Nov 7th 2008 at 6:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:58 pm EST)

hello humble!
such a lovely name!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:49 pm EST)

Me too Rajinder!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By KPorter in Maryland Nov 7th 2008 at 5:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:31 pm EST)

Check out the colors and colorful people who were apart of this historic campaign. Yes, we did!!
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By Marbwi Nov 7th 2008 at 5:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:34 pm EST)

This past Tuesday was just the end of phase 2. We need to keep this and various other blogsites active. The GOTV phase is also over but the rest of our work must continue. The ISSUES column above will need to be implemented.

He will need us.

REASONS:

The GOP/Republicans are already meeting to discuss the midterm elections. They are already talking about the 2012 Iowa caucus.

As someone who was aware of the Clinton presidency, the special interest never rested. They ran issue ads. They ran anti-healthcare ads against Hillary Clinton when she was in charge of that during the 1990's. We will need to respond.
Republican Newt Gingrich and congress came up with their 'CONTRACT WITH(ON) AMERICA'. Many of us viewed it as gimmick which was sold to the masses. Voters bought their nonsense. Hence the GOP/Republican dark ages(era of fiscal irresponsibility) lasted until 2006.

This site and other blogs can be used to counterspin FOX/ Limbaugh/Hannity/Beck and the many other far far wingnut talk radio. Right-wing talk radio shows outnumber Democrats.

We need to keep our voters/volunteers engaged. Some of these sites could be used for a number of other purpose until the midterm election.

We need to keep up with donations. Barack Obama wll need to cut an 'issues ad' just like he did during the election.

Special interest and the GOP are not going away. Neither should we.

We need to give high ratings to MSNBC shows like KO or Maddow. They are the only Dem-friendly pundit shows out there. Ratings usually keeps a show on the air.
This will be a never ending struggle for years.

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By pjk Nov 7th 2008 at 5:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:43 pm EST)

You are so right about Limbaugh. I could not believe that he called the president-elect a "Chicago thug" after the announcement of Rohm Emmanual as Chief of Staff. Limbaugh is is the best tradition of hate-mongering; any old style KKK person would know him for who he is.

I intend to get as many of my students involved in this blog so that they will remain vigilant in the days ahead. Also, we have to know that success breeds imitation. I just saw on TV that the Repubs are going to do the same thing that we are doing now. They intend to develop a 5 million strong following using our type of technology. We have a lot of work to do.

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By Loretta Nov 7th 2008 at 7:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:27 pm EST)

Just ignore Limbaugh. He isn't worth our time.

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By Wayne from Christiansted, VI Nov 7th 2008 at 5:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:51 pm EST)

I just want to say "Congradulations Mr. President!" I'll keep my donations comming.

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By Sharon Nov 7th 2008 at 6:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:15 pm EST)

I really think it would be a good idea to bring back the Fairness Doctrine to implement diverse opinions on the airwaves.

For too long, *our* airwaves have been monopolized by the likes of Limbaugh and his ilk.

I would be willing to work with anyone here to petition the revival of the Fairness Doctrine so the American public can hear myriad views other than the propaganda from the right.

How about it?

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By ★Hold Firmly Without Wavering,To The Hope That We Confess★- bonnie4Obama of MD Nov 7th 2008 at 8:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:57 pm EST)

Hi Sharon,

I was surprised to learn there has been several recent attempts,especially by Dems to bring back this doctrine.

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By ★Hold Firmly Without Wavering,To The Hope That We Confess★- bonnie4Obama of MD Nov 7th 2008 at 9:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:02 pm EST)

Hi Sharon,

I was surprised to learn there has been several recent attempts,especially by Dems to bring back this doctrine, and they have not worked. Good idea
a grassroots movement can certainly nail it!!!

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By Ready4Change Nov 10th 2008 at 10:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 10th 2008 at 10:34 pm EST)

I would have to respectfully disagree with you about the 'Faireness' Doctrine. I beleive that this doctrine would impose too much of a burden on the broadcasting channels. They would have an affirmative obligation to review all of their programming notify any party that has been attacked and allow them comparable air space. In the law, ommissions of behavior are rarely criminalized and with good reason. I believe democracy is about choice and putting your confidence in the electorate. People choose to watch Fox for a reason and the resurfacing of this doctrine will not change that.

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By ♥ dreamweaver "Grab A Mop" ♥ aka Vicki from Iowa Nov 7th 2008 at 5:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:53 pm EST)

WOO HOO The "MEDIA BOMB" lives on. LOL

Hugs, Vicki

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By ♥ dreamweaver "Grab A Mop" ♥ aka Vicki from Iowa Nov 7th 2008 at 6:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:05 pm EST)

I would like to thank all of you guys who joined my event, 'THE MEDIA BOMB" and worked with me so diligently to blast the media. All of our voices I know did a lot of good, many times.

Hugs, Vicki

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By Ethel Nov 7th 2008 at 7:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:12 pm EST)

Thank You for coming up with the Idea.

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By Dinerlee Nov 7th 2008 at 6:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:02 pm EST)

Great action plan! We're with you.

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By jose and change Nov 7th 2008 at 7:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:15 pm EST)

Why are these anonymous republicans picking on Palin, she did the job they wanted, could it be cause she's a girl eeeuuuuuuuu (I'm not saying I would say that). I guess they'll try the oooold grumpy guys again, that's just a wild guess.

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By Marbwi Nov 7th 2008 at 5:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:36 pm EST)

Roast of Representative Rahm Emanuel (Event Date: 09/20/2005 )

Representative Rahm Emanuel was honored for his work with CURE and his commitment to funding epilepsy research at a benefit dinner. Paul Begala was the master of ceremonies for the roast at Union Station. Topics of jokes included Representative Emanuel's training in ballet, his use of foul language, and his accidental loss of part of a finger.

Dodd, Christopher J. U.S. Senator, D-CT
Safire, William Columnist, [New York Times]
Daley, William Secretary, Department of Commerce
Carville, James Political Consultant, Democratic Party
Clinton, Hillary Rodham U.S. Senator, D-NY
Emanuel, Rahm U.S. Representative, D, Illinois
Cole, Tom U.S. Representative, R, Oklahoma
Begala, Paul Political Analyst, CNN
Obama, Barack U.S. Senator, D, Illinois

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 7th 2008 at 5:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:37 pm EST)

A compilation from the campaign culminating in Tuesday night in Chicago, set to the soulful sound of Carlos Santana.

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Barack Obama - Earth's Cry Heaven's Smile

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By JAchickforObama FKA Annie Oakley Nov 7th 2008 at 5:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:44 pm EST)

Desert Dan, you're the best.

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By cindy from tucson Nov 7th 2008 at 5:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:46 pm EST)

great Dan...something to look forward to...I never sent a pic for the lulu compilation of bloggers video...are you still doing that??

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 7th 2008 at 5:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:52 pm EST)

Oh yes! Please still send a photo. I probably won't be finalizing it for maybe a week or so. Thanks Cindy.

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By Steven Hussein Obamanaut Nov 7th 2008 at 6:03 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:03 pm EST)

Thanks Dan! Two of my all time favorite people, Carlos Santana and Barack Obama. 8-)

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By Canada&Africa4OB Nov 7th 2008 at 6:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:16 pm EST)

Awesome video Dan!

Thanks as always ~ you've been one of the most inspirational people on here, keeping me motivated even when the nerves took advantage of me.

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By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 7th 2008 at 6:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:39 pm EST)

Thank you so much Dan; fantastic!!!!

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By Anna-Maria Nov 7th 2008 at 6:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:42 pm EST)

Very nice Dan!

Do you need a picture? What kind?

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 7th 2008 at 7:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:52 pm EST)

I'm asking people for their favorite photo of themselves to include in a video for the bloggers. I plan on just using everyone's blog name unless they want me to use their full name. We (Lulu and I,) just wanted to put faces with the names because we all feel so close anyway.

The quilt video is an example of what I'm talking about with all of the ladies' photos and their first name and state. If the photo is in a jpeg format and emailed as an attachment, that usually works best. My direct email address is danm117@cox.net.

Thank you for participating if you so choose.

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By Karen from NJ for OBAMA...Looking to the future!! Obama/Biden in the White House '08-12! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:12 pm EST)

Thanks Dan that was Great...as usual.
will send pics.
Karen

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By Gretta In1 spirit Nov 7th 2008 at 8:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:11 pm EST)

Thanks Dan!!! I cried yet again. I'm still just soaking it all in. I'm glad I can read ( because of my RA can't always type) and continue to be part of the O family. I too can clean my house (some)Love you Guys!!

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By red rover Nov 7th 2008 at 5:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:39 pm EST)

I'm soooo greatful that this blog will remain. I have met so many friends here and feel like we're one big happy "O" family.
except for the trolls of course:)

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Nov 7th 2008 at 5:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:59 pm EST)

A while back I suggested to HQ's that they give us a feature that each of us can personally block the trolls that we choose to. I hope they can add that! One viewing of each troll per day is about all my system cares to manage! :)

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Nov 7th 2008 at 6:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:04 pm EST)

Instead of RID we can each post BLOCKED! After so many "Blocks", they get removed! Hey, I'm not running the show but I sure like the idea! :)

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 7th 2008 at 6:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:52 pm EST)

For me, it's to HQ only to remove a troll's post or profile, after examination. Nothing should be automatic. Sometimes people call other trolls and just make a mistake ! For example, because they don't follow correctly the messages lines (the indents). It happened to very good people here !!!

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Nov 8th 2008 at 2:53 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:53 am EST)

Noooo, I mean to individually block them! I've seen it on other blogs. If I choose not to read posts by certain people then I can add or remove them to my list as I choose... and I can either see them or not, see? And as far as a block, I meant that it would work pretty much like RID does now. I was just offering an idea so that I personally won't have to scroll through trash that sometimes seems to take forever to get removed now.

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By Dude for Hope who is really, really proud to be an Iowan Nov 7th 2008 at 6:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:54 pm EST)

I agree with the idea of being able to individually block the trolls. Although the suggestion of making the blog self policing by 'voting' to block a troll, that can possibly be abused i.e. trolls trying to block our posts. Maybe requiring a profile and earning a minimum number of points before being able to vote to block another poster. Any thing we can do to reduce the staff workload would be good.

Although it smacks of censorship, perhaps a filter that automatically replaces certain bad words with #@$% might be useful.

Another feature I would like to see is agree/disagree buttons for each comment similar to the thumbs up/down on DailyKos and YouTube. Good ideas should be voted up where they can be reviewed by the campaign staff. Also you could filter for all comments rated 10 or more to quickly scan those others consider important. Sort of like a built-in Digg.

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By Eomaia Nov 8th 2008 at 11:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:07 pm EST)

Great ideas! On the ravelry knitters board, we can click on posts- interesting, educational, funny, agree, disagree, or love. It's nice to know what other people think about what you have to say, and it lets the lurkers have an input.

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By Steph Waller Nov 7th 2008 at 5:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:44 pm EST)

So glad to hear that the site is staying up. I like the Change.org, but this one is by far my favorite.

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By Tammy Nov 7th 2008 at 5:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:56 pm EST)

I'm relieved to know the site will stay active. I was concerned they would do away with it.

This site is a great way for President Obama to continue to communicate with us.

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By KenHussein supporting President Obama Nov 7th 2008 at 5:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:49 pm EST)

saw the pics from election night. I love the 'behind the scenes look'. You guys at HQ's are doing a great job. It's still so sweet the moment when the words 'Barack Obama Elected President' came across my tv screen. It felt like New Years Eve, except I was a little nervous at the beginning of the election results.
It is so gratifying to know that the Bush administration is gone soon and that we all accomplished something that seemed so far fetched when this entire campaign started out. I think it gives us all that feeling that anything is possible. Yes we did it.

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By Canada&Africa4OB Nov 7th 2008 at 6:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:17 pm EST)

I agree Ken - loved the shots from behind the scenes too -- hope they'll make a video like the 4 Days in Denver one.

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By Darlene from Mundelein, IL Nov 7th 2008 at 5:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:50 pm EST)

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By Eric from Oklahoma City, OK Nov 7th 2008 at 6:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:06 pm EST)

Hey, I really like your site. I bookmarked it. Would there be anyway you'd be willing to put a link to my site. Link

Click above or type it in to check it out.

ObamaEqualsChange.com

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Nov 7th 2008 at 5:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:51 pm EST)

Told ya' WE ain't be going anywhere! :) I'm psychic! :)

"Fireside chats" here we come!

Although, now that Obama is our President... I have got to get a life! I've actually got a future waiting for me now... and so does my daughter!

YIPPEE! Look Out World, Here WE Come!

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By Chad Nelson Nov 7th 2008 at 5:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:54 pm EST)

I like this community.

*hugs*

Let's go change the world.

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By Francine Nov 7th 2008 at 5:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:55 pm EST)

I was worried this would go away. TO me, there's more network here than on many commercial social networks. This network can be used to produce change and to support all Barack's initiatives. We can pressure our Congresspeople, our Federal agencies, and so forth. We are like an army that now has a general.

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By Robin Pontiac, MI Nov 7th 2008 at 5:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:56 pm EST)

The site isn't going anywhere!!!!
I have been trying to ween myself from reading the posts, but had not been successful and when Ithought about it not being here it seemed so sad!!!

I log in everyday...all day, but rarely post. I just get the news and read all the great comments from everyone. It always kept me going and now it can keep keeping me going!!!

WE AREN'T GOING ANYWHERE!! YES WE CAN-YES WE DID-YES WE WILL AGAIN!!

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By SMraleigh Nov 7th 2008 at 5:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 5:59 pm EST)

Mine has been falling a point each day since the election. I am now at a 4! Just funny that is all!

I don't think any of us are ready to give up this blog just yet. We may wean ourselves off, but I can see giving it up cold!

As for the GOP plotting: How interesting it is that this party has to meet to plan to take back power. Maybe they should just listen to the people, assess their needs, and represent them honestly. NAAAWWWWWW!

The polls showed that people weren't interested in slime and hate. They kept on sliming and hating. People wanted leaders they could trust and depend on. They picked Palin to be VP. Do you really need a meeting to figure that out?

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By Donna NH - Thank you my fellow Granite Staters! Yes we did! Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 pm EST)

Have you seen the Obama Store? It's nearly cleaned out. I'm just glad I ordered the things I really wanted before Barack won. Like the YES WE CAN CD. I absolutely love it!

To remember this moment for years to come, I plan on doing a scrapbook. I have collected many things including magazines, volunteer badges, bumper stickers, newspapers from 11/4, letters to the editor I wrote, photos of an event, a letter from a community resident in response to one of my letters, etc.

I am so proud of what we have accomplished together. I am deeply filled with joy of our future under a Barack Obama Presidency.

This campaign has forever changed my life. I have never felt more hopeful for our future.

"Thanks Chris for the update. I look forward to heading to a new place together, so we can help Barack accomplish great things for our lives, country and world."

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By DianaKay Nov 7th 2008 at 7:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:04 pm EST)

Hi Donna!

I am a scrapbooker and so I will be doing one too, and maybe some kind of framed display for things that can't go in the album. I have kept all kinds of stuff--yard sign, rally sign, magazines, newspapers, photos from when Michelle spoke here in Spokane and I took my son with me to see her, buttons including my "I am an Obama Precinct Captain one", bumper stickers (which I put on magnet backing so I could have them on my car during the election year but then keep them afterwards), etc. Oh and tshirts...three for me, one for my son. I'm not sure how I will display everything but I know I will find a way. I want to always remember how it felt to be part of this movement for change!!

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By Donna NH - Thank you my fellow Granite Staters! Yes we did! Nov 7th 2008 at 10:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:45 pm EST)

I want to keep this moment with me forever. It was fun involving my two children over the last year and a half. I was so excited to have them vote for Barack with me.

If our earth could smile, I think it would be right now.

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By Obama Grandmama Nov 7th 2008 at 9:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:05 pm EST)

Donna-
I am going to do a scrapbook too, but when I look at my large plastic tub of articles I ran off, magazine articles, newspaper photos and articles, personal blog entried, and assorted items I wonder if they would even fit in several scrapbooks.
I usually make a scrapbook of my year's trip abroad. I haven't gone on a trip since the Primary Campaign and have contributed my trip money and whatever I could scrape up to help the campaign so it is only fitting that two years of my life and my future hopes deserve a commemorization in the form of a scrapbook. I have scheduled a trip to DC in January to visit my daughter for two weeks with hopes of seeing the Inaugeration, but will probably just be in a huge crowd somewhere. I am looking forward to the opportunity to be there at that important moment.

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By Donna NH - Thank you my fellow Granite Staters! Yes we did! Nov 7th 2008 at 10:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:42 pm EST)

I sure hope you get a front row seat to the inaugeration. What a moment.

Have fun scrapbooking.

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By Fist Bump Kate Nov 7th 2008 at 11:03 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:03 pm EST)

The "YES WE CAN" CD was a life-saver to me during this campaign. I didn't know all you guys were here, and at times I felt like the only Obama supporter in this mostly-Republican part of California. I played it over and over, and it never failed to comfort and inspire me. I love the clips from Obama's now-historic speeches interspersed with really great music. Definitely my favorite campaign memorabilia. Oh, and the People Magazine that arrived today, with Barack's beaming smile on the cover. That's a keeper! :)
P.S. Now that I know you guys are here, I'll be a frequent visitor.

-Fist Bump Kate
(listed in the preview as "Unregistered" even though I logged in and filled out a profile...?)

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By Loretta Nov 8th 2008 at 11:36 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:36 am EST)

I'm waiting and hoping for some President Obama and VP Biden memorabilia. How about it Obama store? We need to start working on 2012.

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By Grace Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 pm EST)

One of the things I love most about our new president-to-be is his call to service. I am hoping that this very website will be transformed into a tool for service. Or perhaps a new site could be set up called www.YesWeCan.gov Ideally, it would be a place that would give Senator Obama's army of volunteers an opportunity to get direction from him about the broad goals he wants us to focus on for our country and ways to get involved; or receive communications about emergency efforts such as blood drives or how to support the Red Cross in facing a new crisis; and a way for citizens to communicate with each other about needs in our neighborhoods and how to adress them.

Maybe President Obama could even invite every family in America to set up a personal page on this site. Each family’s page would be complete with a dashboard where they could log in and keep track of their volunteer efforts and civic-minded actions, much like was done in the campaign where we got 3 points for every phone call, 15 points for every event, etc. Except now we'd get 3 points each time for taking materials to the recycling center, 10 points every time we report doing an hour of volunteer work in our communities, 100 points for buying a hybrid car, etc.

Yes, Senator Obama encourages us all to take initiative on our own, but getting broad-stroke direction from him, along with website tools and an online record-keeping ability to track our efforts would be really useful and highly motivating to our citizenry. Quantifying effort and tallying numbers has been a critical part of the success of this campaign in motivating and mobilizing volunteers. The same sort of metrics could be used to motivate and mobilize citizens under an Obama administration. In addition, we would want him to be able to take credit for our efforts. Imagine if at the end of a year he could point to the tallies on www.YesWeCan.gov website and report that American citizens recorded x number of hours doing community service...recycled x number of pounds of what would otherwise be trash...reduced driving by x number of miles through coordinated carpooling, etc. For any doubters out there wondering whether anything at all had changed in our country over a year, the proof would be in numbers such as these.

Any thoughts?

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By Obamakim Nov 7th 2008 at 6:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:18 pm EST)

Great idea Grace. I've mentioned it before over the last couple of days but, I've been thinking about what I can do (besides remaining politically alert( and i think I want to volunteer at the elementary school near me to tutor children in reading.

Anyone else have plans on how they plan to serve?

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By DianaKay Nov 7th 2008 at 7:08 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:08 pm EST)

I've been thinking about this a lot too. One thing I started this fall is an after-school "Creative Writing Club" for elementary students at my son's school. We meet once a week and the kids LOVE it!

This week we wrote letters to President-Elect Obama. Next week we will edit them, write nice copies, and take a group picture, and then I am mailing the whole packet for the group! :) The kids are SUPER excited.

I want to do more, too, but am not sure yet what form that may take.

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By Edmund Dantes Hamilton Nov 7th 2008 at 6:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:52 pm EST)

Go to www.Change.gov and suggest that idea. There is a form for doing just that on the home page of the website.

Excellent Idea, pretty much like a citizen's facebook page for the Obama Administration. I love it!

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By Mary Bailey Nov 7th 2008 at 9:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:21 pm EST)

YES GRACE FANTASTIC IDEA..

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By Eric from Oklahoma City, OK Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:00 pm EST)

I'm really glad to hear everything is staying put. We can still use this site to benefit America and Barack Obama.

See how I keep people up to date in my blog. Link

You can subscribe to my posts by clicking the RSS feed. I look forward to getting to know many of you.

ObamaEqualsChange.com

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By ♥ Tanya ♥ Nov 7th 2008 at 6:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:01 pm EST)

I just read Chris' post about the site "not going anywhere". Thank you, Obama Team!!!! Yay!

On another note, I just came across this story on Huffington Post. Nice to know that "the powers that be" have our guy's back! Short read - Link

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By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 6:03 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:03 pm EST)

Congratulations to Mr Obama for winning the Presidential elections.Here's hoping that all the hype created by the media isn't just a bubble and he will really bring about the 'change ' he's been talking about.
P.s This is how effective Mr Obama is...even my 21/2 yr old son knows him and recognizes him anywhere he sees him!

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By Natalie Nov 7th 2008 at 6:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:05 pm EST)

I'm so happy this will continue, hopefully we can continue to participate in putting the country on the better path.

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Nov 7th 2008 at 6:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:07 pm EST)

is to purchase a digital camcorder, the kind that records right to a flash card or a hard drive and then uploads right to computer via USB cable. In addition to that, a good microphone for voice-overs. I would really like to film and interview everyday people taking advantage of Obama's service in exchange for college education plan, or those people affected by finally being able to afford health insurance, or the unemployed who are being put to work on new infrastructure projects, etc.

I really want to help promote President Obama's agenda, even if it only makes it to YouTube. I really would like to be able to compete on a level playing field with the corporate media because I'm convinced that people would rather hear words of encouragement and see acts of kindness than the trash that CNN, FOX, & MSNBC have been spewing forth. My biggest disappointment during this whole campaign is that the media basically missed a great story because they were so busy with their old politics, i.e., Bradly Effect, poll watching, slicing and dicing the electorate, etc.

I hope we can do something about limiting media ownership to reverse this monopoly of mental munchkins mouthing this madness for one moment more. Can you say alliteration? :>)

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By Obamakim Nov 7th 2008 at 6:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:21 pm EST)

That's great Dan, You've inspired us all throughout this election. Keep on with the great work, you know we'll be watching!

It seems alot of us have plans for how we will serve. It's really exciting to think we could spread this via this website.

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By Rene-who chooses to HopeNotHype ....Hype Got us Into This Mess but Hope will Bring Us Out... Nov 7th 2008 at 6:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:07 pm EST)

I too am excited that the site will remain..I don't post a lot but I do check on you guys to see how everybody is doing, I've...

You guys are in my prayers at all times even as I pray for our 1st Family elect and actually the sitting 1st family, our troop, our country and our fellowmen around the world...

I pray even now that everyone is doing well and that you all are getting better.

I willl continue to look in everyday and run interference against trolls along with you when I see an attack by one as usual....

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By Penny-Macroqueen Nov 7th 2008 at 6:08 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:08 pm EST)

I am so glad this site is not going away! Let me know of anything I can do to help. I am physically disabled and home bound, but I am great with the computer and emails and will certainly pray as I do every day for our new President and VP.

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By Jacquelyn from Powder Springs, GA Nov 7th 2008 at 6:08 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:08 pm EST)

It was such a pleasure to work with the supporters of President Barack Obama in voters registration, canvassing and the visibility committee.
It was most fun being on the visibility committee in Hiram Georgia. We held the signs and sang his name: Yes we can in Obama Land! The drivers made music with horns honking. I grew to look forward to the truck drivers horn loud and bold.

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By Jasmine, NC Congratulations President elect Obama, Nov 7th 2008 at 6:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:09 pm EST)

Ha!ha! my husband is going to love this, he just got home and I had the news on and he said that he thought I was going to give politics a break after the elecion.....well, I was....but....

This is great, I guess we're not going anywhere and I suppose that if we want change and we want a better country then it's only fair that we too have work to do, we too are responsible.

I am honored and appreaciative Mr. President elect that you are keeping us involved.

Thank you.

Humbley,

You loyal citizen

Jasmine

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By Sharon Nov 7th 2008 at 6:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:09 pm EST)

It's great to know that this site isn't shutting down.

I am looking forward to seeing what supporters can expect here as President Obama (doesnt' that sound nice?)and his administration moves forward in the coming months.

Sharon

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By Obamakim Nov 7th 2008 at 6:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:10 pm EST)

I didn't think they'd take the site down. It's not only a great communication tool but also a way for us to continue to stay in touch, feed off of each other's energy, and cheer one another on.

We have the ability to mass e-mail congress people, media outlets and anyone else that needs to know that we're watching them. we are the people, it is our responsibility.

I do need to start doing some things like laundry, house cleaning, grocery shopping, bill paying, check book balancing & returning books to the library! I haven't done anything in weeks!

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By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 6:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:17 pm EST)

I am so relieved to hear they are not taking the site down!!!

LOL Kim, I have some chores that have been ignored too. I'll start tomorrow. Like this blog says.... "For the moment, let's celebrate this victory and know that the community we've built together is just the beginning."

Chores can wait one more day!

: )

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By Obamakim Nov 7th 2008 at 6:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:31 pm EST)

I'm easing into it! One thing a day :D

The day after the election:Get over hangover and find newspaper (all I was good for!)

Yesterday:Leaf raking

Today: checkbook balancing, bill paying and a little food in the house.

Cleaning still isn't holding much interest for me though! My room (I rent from a friend) still looks like a daunting task and my car doesn't look much better

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By Canada&Africa4OB Nov 7th 2008 at 6:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:31 pm EST)

Chores Shmores Tracy!

I think the best chore that all of you did on here was to change the way for the US and by extension of us around the world.

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By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 6:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:49 pm EST)

;-)

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By “Honored-&-Humbled” Nov 7th 2008 at 8:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:01 pm EST)

This is very good news that they're keeping this site--it's not only a part of the O-family - it's the vehicle that keeps up together & informed.

Thanks HQ for keeping this site!

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By LA From FL Nov 7th 2008 at 11:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:10 pm EST)

You should see my house !!!!!!!!
Blogging since Obama announced his run for President!

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By Katia from Joplin, MO Nov 7th 2008 at 6:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:11 pm EST)

Mr. President Obama,

Yorkies are a wonderful breed and they are hypoallergenic, so they won't make your daughter sick :) There are rescue shelters for Yorkies all over the country where you can look at them online with your family.
They may be small dogs, but they are huge on character :)
That's all, and best of luck finding your next best friend puppy for the years to come:)

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By DFA Nov 7th 2008 at 8:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:16 pm EST)

Thousounds of all kinds of dogs, even pure breeds and hypoallergenic breeds, that are rescued or at shelters throughout the country, are listed at www.petfinder.com

Please do not use a breeder. Lots of existing dogs need a home. Many people buy dogs from breeders then dump them at shelters when the decicde that the dog is too much trouble, costs too much, doesn't fit their lifestyle, etc.

Visit www.petfinder.com!

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By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 6:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:12 pm EST)

congrtulations President Obama

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By Beth from Albany Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 6:20 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:20 pm EST)

Now, are all you worrywarts, feeling better?

hehehehe,

Do they actually read our posts?

If they posted this notice, they must have seen all of our worries and concerns, to reasure us all.

Yea, 21 months is a long time, and some/many of us don't deal with change well, especially drastic change, I am sure they are figuring out a way to wing us all off by using tiny, tiny, baby steps.

I am researching a couple of sites that might end up being where they may take us. I'll update as I get more info. So far, what I have seen, for all of us new political junkies, it would be a great transition, we'll see.

:-]

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By I voted for CHANGE Nov 7th 2008 at 6:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:27 pm EST)

i can't imagine the blog not being here for so many.

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By Canada&Africa4OB Nov 7th 2008 at 6:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:12 pm EST)

So glad to know this site isn't going anywhere!

I've been wondering what they will do with it. Glad it will continue to be a place to get together.

May I recommend however that there be a section for the international community. While there are restrictions in the manner in which we can engage and participate I know that this community has been broad reaching.

That would be my recommendation -- we all want to participate where we can.

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By Verdandi from Sweden Nov 7th 2008 at 6:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:26 pm EST)

I second this. We are many non-US citizens here who have started to care again because of Obama, and it would be lovely to be able to meet somewhere.

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By Verdandi from Sweden Nov 7th 2008 at 6:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:15 pm EST)

Yay that this page stays! I've become so used to checking it every day for news, it would be horrible if it was gone.

Also, I have to address all you Americans on this page - you are proof that the stereotype of the loud, obnoxious, care-only-about-themselves American is just that, a stereotype. Not the truth. Because I must say I am incredibly impressed with all the love, empathy and caring I have seen on these blogs this last year. You are proof to me that USA has the potential for so much, much good. Thank you.

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By Canada&Africa4OB Nov 7th 2008 at 6:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:30 pm EST)

I agree with you - it's definitely changed my impression of my Southern Neighbours.

To feel all of the love in Grant Park on Tuesday was by far the highlight of my life and I thank everyone who was there that helped us navigate our way through the city.

It was amazing!!!!!! (to the nth degree)

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 7th 2008 at 6:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:42 pm EST)

LOL, Verdandi, I second that from France !

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By Czarina rhiannon hussein aka le chat Nov 7th 2008 at 6:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:15 pm EST)

will remain in place. I'm not here as often as many of you but I have nevertheless become quite fond of many who don't know who I am. And I'm 'addicted' to my daily Obama fix. P-E Obama was wonderful today; presidential and confident but also relaxed and funny. We have to stick with him, have his back as he makes difficult decisions. Some may become irritated, . . . but we must stand firmly with him. It took years to get in this mess. Barack is the only person I know who can help us (as he says) climb out of the hole we have dug. We must all stick together and continue to explain him and his plans to those who are still uninformed.

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By Canada&Africa4OB Nov 7th 2008 at 6:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:23 pm EST)

I agree - this entire process has been incredible and this community has been by far and away one of the best parts of this campaign.

(I'm an addict too :) )

I also agree - everything we all can do to ensure that the next 8 years are the most successful is in all of our best interests.

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By rebekah315 Nov 7th 2008 at 6:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:18 pm EST)

Thank goodness I won't loose my online family! After 21 months I was afraid this would be gone. It has become a big part of my life. Thank you President Elect Obama!

Rebekah L Bowers
P.S. I hope you enjoyed the fudge that I gave you in Lancaster PA.

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By Obama Grandmama Nov 7th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST)

Thank goodness for the continuation of this blog cuz after two years it is a way of life for me now. I would miss it too much. You are all important voices and role models for me. I have changed by my exposure to your ideas and through sharing my own with you. YAY! I know and feel it in my bones that we will not be disappointed in our choice. I do know there is not any way that Barack can appease everyone though. We cannot be too critical with the enormity of his new job of helping us.

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By Matthew Stavros Nov 7th 2008 at 6:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:19 pm EST)

I sincerely hope this site can function as a core focal point not only for supporting the president but to maintain the spirit of change and progress.

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By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 6:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:21 pm EST)

7/11
We have been following the US election campaign with interest in the media over the past months and watched the election coverage in Melbourne, Australia leading up to the culmination of your efforts.

We would like to congratulate President Obama on his well deserved win. We also found his victory speech to be exceptionally inspiring.

Please accept our best wishes, Mr & Mrs Obama, and best wishes also to your family and to your team now and for the future!

Kind Regards
Mr & Mrs Davies, Lara. Victoria, Australia

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By Obamakim Nov 7th 2008 at 6:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:41 pm EST)

Thanks Austrailia! I just e-mailed an Austrailian couple I met while on vacation in Quebec. They still had the Obama button I gave them and said they were cheering for us when they announced that Barack Obama would be our president!

It's so good to have the support of so many wonderful people from the rest of the world. I feel so connected right now, not only with my fellow Americans but with the entire world.

We are the people that we've been waiting for!

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By ♥ dreamweaver "Grab A Mop" ♥ aka Vicki from Iowa Nov 7th 2008 at 6:22 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:22 pm EST)

I had a pretty good idea today, when I heard on Andrea Mitchell, that all Obama would have to do is call out to his millions to write or call their congressmen when they are going against what he needs to get his policies passed..

I had such a great feeling knowing we could do this for our guy whenever he will need us. It is great to be needed!

Hugs, Vicki

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By Obamakim Nov 7th 2008 at 6:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:34 pm EST)

Me too Vicki!

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By Ethel Nov 7th 2008 at 9:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:57 pm EST)

Me Three

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 7th 2008 at 6:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:23 pm EST)

... to David and Olivia Plouffe's new born baby !

It's a girl, and it's their second baby, born yesterday !

See Celtic's link above.

Please, David, tell us her name !!!

---

Barack said in his speech he has been aware of the discussions here (concerning the dog).

I think we should all say very high and strong that we want to know her name and that we want a photo of her on the blog ! Maybe HQ will listen !

What do you think ???

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By Canada&Africa4OB Nov 7th 2008 at 6:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:55 pm EST)

I was excited too when he referenced all the talk on the website -- I am going to figure out one of these days what Barack's Alias is and Michelle's - maybe Michelle is Aunt Becky :)

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By Loretta Nov 8th 2008 at 2:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:19 pm EST)

Re: I was excited too when he referenced all the talk on the website

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Did he? I missed this news conference and have only been able to see sound-bites. I'm pleasantly surprised. I didn't think he had time to read our comments.

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By Beta_T Nov 7th 2008 at 6:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:23 pm EST)

I'm so glad the forum will continue! I look forward to seeing what issues and tasks will come up that we can have a voice in!

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By Dawn from Iowa Nov 7th 2008 at 6:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:24 pm EST)

Yea!! We get to stay together!!

Not even a days rest for Obama! He has so many challenges ahead I wish he would take at least a few days off to rest and relax!

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By Kaki - Wisconsin Obama Mama Nov 7th 2008 at 6:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:24 pm EST)

I was so depressed when the site went down yesterday.

But, I had a feeling it would be back.

How could it not come back!?!?!

We have a lot to say, and through each other, we get information out fast.

Thank you, Mr. President-Elect Obama!

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By Day Lily "Virginia Mom" Nov 7th 2008 at 6:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:24 pm EST)

It was said by Chris M. that BO will use this site to encourage us to contact our Governers and Senators to support important policy issues. He was really serious about us take part in our GOV. This is great!

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By RJ show me state Nov 7th 2008 at 6:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:26 pm EST)

We the people know that President obama is for the people. so I can now say (lol) I knew this site was going to go on for a very long time. as we the people have spoken.. amen god bless us all. and our very wise and courage president yes we can obama

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By A fellow patriot Nov 7th 2008 at 6:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:27 pm EST)

I disagree with what Zuckerman and Scarborough said on MSNBC's 1600 that a consumer stimulus will have the same result as the one earlier this year. I am not a economist nor am I a business guru; but, I am a consumer. I know my savings are down and, unlike earlier, this stimulus check will not go in the bank. It will go directly to the stores for holiday spending. I am not living from pay check to pay check, yet. However, we lost 240,000 jobs today and no one is safe. This, in my humble opinion, will help. the last stimulus package resulted in only 25% going right back into the economy; I believe well over 50% of a new package will go straight into the economy. (I have no scientific evidence to backup my projections, just a gut feeling).

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By Anna-Maria Nov 7th 2008 at 6:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:27 pm EST)

Hi from Paris!

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By Verdandi from Sweden Nov 7th 2008 at 6:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:31 pm EST)

Bonjour Paris, and hello from Uppsala, Sweden!

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By DianaKay Nov 7th 2008 at 7:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:01 pm EST)

Hi! Some of my ancestors cam from Uppsala!!! :)

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By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 6:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:32 pm EST)

!!!!!Anna-Maria!!!!!!

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By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Nov 7th 2008 at 6:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:41 pm EST)

Anna Maria,

como le va!!!!

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By Anna-Maria Nov 7th 2008 at 6:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:49 pm EST)

Hi everyone!

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By Dude for Hope who is really, really proud to be an Iowan Nov 7th 2008 at 6:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:27 pm EST)

Now that we have elected Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States, we have a new task ahead of us, reassuring our neighbors and friends who voted for John McCain that the end of the world is not coming. On Wednesday, the day after the election as I was raking leaves, a task I had postponed so I could canvass every day of GOTV, a neighbor passed by and said, "I see your guy won", referring to the Obama signs that had decorated my lawn for months. I said something about how happy we were about his victory. She indicated that she had voted for McCain and now she was very worried. I asked why, and she said it was because of Barack's association with terrorists. I explained that Obama and Ayers were on the board of the Annenberg Challenge Project, a charitable organization working to improve Chicago schools. Barack knew Ayers as a neighbor, but was unaware of his background, news of which appeared when Barack was eight years old. There is no reason to believe that Barack knew of Ayers history, given they were both working with a Republican funded organization. Her response, "Funny, that's exactly what my son-in-law told me." I went on to tell her that I had the opportunity to meet Barack at a Sunday morning prayer breakfast, and listen to him tell about his Christian faith and how he came to accept the Lord Jesus Christ as his Savior. I consider myself a good judge of character, and there was a ring of truth about his story that I don't believe he could fake. I reassured her that he is a Christian and not a Muslim and any statement to the contrary was just a political smear. I hope I was able to ease her mind just a little.

Everyone should take any opportunity to spread a positive message about Obama and continue to fight the false information that is still in the minds of many on the other side.

Peace - Dude

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By Hoople for Obama Nov 7th 2008 at 6:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:37 pm EST)

I've been counseling those who can accept it. The misinformation was spread out there pretty thick and we'll all have a time getting it rooted out.

Some disturbing news in today's local paper - an AA man near Greenville PA had his car vandalized with spray painted slogans about Obama and then set on fire and destroyed. The man reported he has lived in the community for eight years and never had a problem of any kind before.

There are ignorant and dangerous elements out there and whatever we can do to educate and enlighten is to the good.

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By Mark from Bennington, VT Nov 7th 2008 at 6:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:28 pm EST)

Barack,I'd like to ask a few questions about my education. I'm concerned about my education and what it actually represents.
Is our education free?
Why does it cost money to take SAT'S or ACT'S. Would the people giving me the test not think I'd take it as seriously just because I don't have a couple of bucks in my pocket to take a test and buy a "sody Pop". I think our taxes, that pay for education, should also fund SAT'S and ACT's as well. It just seems to me that all the money being made off these tests is going in the wrong places. (where might it be going...) I don't think this money is going back into any educational purposes what so ever. I say this becuase every time I turn around I always see these "SAT/ACT" officials talking about how "beneficial" it is to take the test over again. As soon as I said I wanted to take the test, right away I got a "You should really take it more than once" lecture. The money we spend is certainly not going towards educational purposes if the "SAT/ACT" officials keep telling us to take the test over again even if we haven't taken it yet. I'm just so sick of hearing about "Sally May" and how she took the test three times just to improve her math score. This makes no sence. If you take a test and fail it, taking it a second or multiple amount of times, doesn't mean you're going to improve. I have so many more thoughts about these SAT'S/ACT'S that I can talk about later, I only have around 122 words left. :-)Would it be at all possible if you could send me an e-mail on your thoughts about this subject? Or you could represent my statement in one of your speeches in the near future? I may send this message over and over again, I want my voice to be heard. I know my voice is small, but I think it speaks for many people. Thank you Mr. President for creating such a wonderful websight.
-From a concerned young American,
Mark Joseph Pratt
Again, thanks

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 6:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:42 pm EST)

I have to agree with you, in a way.

I'm also a high school student. I took the ACT in April (thanks to a family member being able to pay for it last minute) and I was scheduled to take an AP test the year before.

The AP exam was $82, yet if I took it and passed with a 3/5 or better, I could have skipped my introductory Poly Sci course my freshman year and moved on to the next.

But I didn't have the money.

So I asked my counselor what I could do and she said that the only waivers available for low income students amounted to $30. I still would have had to cough up $50 on my own, $50 that I did not have.

So, even though I had an A- in the class and could have passed the test with at least a 4, I refused to take it.

I would love for these waivers to be a bit more extensive if it were somehow possible. I was only allowed to take 1 AP class my sophomore year, but if I were still in the public school system I would have taken an additional 4 since then, yet would have not taken any of the tests and would have basically wasted my time.

Unfortunately, here's the problem: this is a state issue. Michigan, as I exemplified above, wasn't so hot on helping us out. It's up to each state to decide how they will help, if at all.

What I would suggest to you is, contact your local senator/representative with your ideas.

If you want, send me a message on here (but send me a friend request so that I can reply back) and I can help you out with some of the research you'd need to do, considering that you'd need to know how much such a program would cost.

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By ChangeWeCantBelieveIn Nov 8th 2008 at 8:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 8:58 pm EST)

As a teacher I feel low income kids with parental income of less than $40,000 should have their test fees waived regardless of how many times they have to take it. If we are truly going to shrink the gap between the haves and the have nots we MUST educate our lower income children so that they have a shot at being a high income earner after college. Lets edcuate our way out of poverty. One caveat it that a low income child must actually want to work his or her tail off to get through college. Barack's community service program forces anyone wanting the the $4000 college tuition grant to work 100 hours of community service for free to appreciate it.

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By Dayton Diane Obama Boomer Nov 7th 2008 at 6:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:29 pm EST)

I have been so happy........I just saw the pictures of the new First Family watching the election results and the tears just keep coming.....the happy, joyful tears. The only bit of sadness that was buried in my heart was this site going away. I am thrilled that Obama's extended family.....us........will stay together. Yes We Can!!!

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By meta Nov 7th 2008 at 6:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:29 pm EST)

YAAAAYYYYY!!

THANK YOU, CHRIS HUGHES!! Your work has been OUTSTANDING, a central and innovative part of this campaign. I am truly hoping that this information signals your continuing involvement with President Elect Obama's administration. You achievements are stellar and exactly what we are going to need going forward. THANK YOU for your tireless efforts on our behalf. We truly appreciate all your hard work.

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By Tammy Ryan Nov 7th 2008 at 6:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:29 pm EST)

I too, like many others on the post, knew that this site would remain intact. To remove it would be the antithesis to everything we've all been working toward, the power of the dissident voice.

It's been so long that I've been proud to be an American, I feel like I've lost thirty pounds. :)

We all sit poised for further instruction on what to do next. Maybe I should just speak for myself...I am poised to get to work. As usual I continue to be impressed by the ideas and insight posted on the site, about how to make things better. To continue to strive toward "the perfect union". This is what defines the American Mind. Never give up, never be silenced, and work together toward a common goal. It never ceases to amaze me that the American Experiment was successful and it is at times like this that I am reminded why.

Everyone have a fantastic and relaxing weekend, (including our new president, vice president, and their respective families, you've earned it) and be ready to get back to work on Monday. :)

A Proud American,

Tammy

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By Melcy Nov 7th 2008 at 6:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:30 pm EST)

I thank you for keeping the site open. We need to keep the energy going for 2012!!

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By Ortiz1954 Nov 7th 2008 at 6:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:30 pm EST)

So happy the site will be staying. We all know that there will be rightwing crazies who will always be tearing our president down and we need to be hear to watch his back and make sure our voices drown out the venom of hate. We don't have to watch or listen to the hatemongers and racists. We have Kieth and rachael and don't forget XM radio. We must stay digilent in protecting our president. Susan In GA

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By Alexandra Pereira Nov 7th 2008 at 6:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:31 pm EST)

Very good news indeed that this community will keep strong and moving forward! :)

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By Jasmine, NC Congratulations President elect Obama, Nov 7th 2008 at 6:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:32 pm EST)

I can already think of a way that I can help. I am a school social worker and I would be happy to take in college students and hook them up with services with kids and the community to meet their 4000 credit for service. I am sure that their are many more people in areas of service that would be willing to help. Thats just one small example.

I also have lived abroad, served in the military and would LOVE to have a role in international good will. OOOOOH, may be i could take the college kids to other countries for service and connection to different countries. I could do a joint effort with my friend who happens to be jewish, and i am muslim.....there you go service, international relations....etc.

Maybe they'll have on-line applications, or fund raising for projects.

Just some off the top of my head ieads....yes we can still be active, and yes we can change the world.

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By Anne in London Nov 7th 2008 at 7:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:02 pm EST)

Yes, Jasmine!

there is so much more to be done, and my goodness what an energised bunch of people to make things happen. to draw young and old, rich, poor, black, white, gay, straight ,,,,

please let us build upon this strength to get things done, so that, in a mere four years, the republicans, christian taliban, etc cannot say we have failed ...

I was a long process, now I must find a job. | Report to Admin

By M. Ann Nov 7th 2008 at 6:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:35 pm EST)

I am so glad Indiana is Blue. Where do we go from here?

The losers are finding ways to occupy themselves. | Report to Admin

By Debbie UK Nov 7th 2008 at 6:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:35 pm EST)

Just been scouting around the blogs, digg etc. Just got this to say:

The devil makes work for idle hands. The republicans are busy (in a post election sort of way) which is fine but it might be worth checking into Digg etc once in a while to see what message, propaganda they're pushing.

If McCain closed his blog, and there are people with withdrawal symptoms, then they'll be keeping themselves occupied....

Jut sayin.

(-:

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By Nikki in VA "Who finds it nearly impossible to function without a phone list or a canvassing walk pack!" Nov 7th 2008 at 6:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:35 pm EST)

This is AWESOME NEWS!!! I used to be an avid blogger here, but once the GE got into full swing I found myself out in the community... phone banking, canvassing, registering voters. I didn't have a lot of time to post, but I always made it a point to read it so I could keep up with all the great comments and informational links everyone shares here. I have found this website to be an incredible tool for organizing local groups during the GOTV. Now we can continue to organize here on this site, as we move forward in our service work with our President Obama (OMG!!! It sounds so wonderful, let me say it again... PRESIDENT OBAMA!!!!!). The "Yes We Can" Army will remain intact!! YAY!!!! Thank you HQ... Thank You President elect OBAMA!!!! YOu have inspired us to "be our brother's keeper" and now you have allowed us to stay connected to continue in that spirit. Thank you so much!!

Godspeed Mr President | Report to Admin

By Chris from Front Royal, VA Nov 7th 2008 at 6:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:37 pm EST)

I haven't felt this positive or excited in 8 years. America seems "cool" again.

I'm not a democrat, but I believe in you President Obama.

Godspeed Mr President
We're all behind you.

Chris, (VA)

Here is how Obama can balance the budget and pay down the deficit | Report to Admin

By Ryan from West Des Moines, IA Nov 7th 2008 at 6:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:38 pm EST)

It all begins with balancing the budget. Obama somehow needs to balance the budget. Cut spending by pulling us out of the wars, reducing our payments to other countries by reducing the interest rates on bonds that are outstanding to reduce our interest payments. If the govenment can say, hey, we're only going to pay 1.5% on our bonds, then the government can use the extra money saved to pay the principle down. When the principle is paid down the extra money saved can continue to pay it down. This really is the only option availible. Obama could cut defense spending. That could save additional money. But Obama would have to lean on allies to continue to put the pressure on extremeism. What do you think? If you like my idea let me know. Tell me what you think about the government mandating that interest rates be below what they actually state? If the govenment has the power to do this, they should to save the taxpayers money and to bring our deficit back to a balance. What do you guys think?

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By April in Austin with the magic 8 ball Nov 7th 2008 at 6:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:39 pm EST)

While I am glad the site will stay active, I wanted to share with my friends here that today my husband found out he won't have a job after Dec. 13th. We have no savings so I ask for you all to pray for our family and that we can get through this. I may or may not be on due to weather we can keep the internet or not. I have a myspace page I am listed as April if you want to stop by there or my email at adwyatt@austin.rr.com
I thank you for your prayers in advance.

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By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 6:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:45 pm EST)

I will keep your family in my prayers April.

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By Dude for Hope who is really, really proud to be an Iowan Nov 7th 2008 at 7:22 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:22 pm EST)

April, I'm truly sorry to hear that your husband is losing his job in December. I know firsthand how devastating losing you job can be, it happened to me after 9/11. Unfortunately, hundreds of thousands of newly unemployed have lost their jobs just this year. I have always maintained that manufacturing is the basis for a prosperous economy. The BS about being a service economy has now been exposed. Barack must do many things, but one of them must be to change the tax laws so that the tax breaks are given to companies who keep jobs in this country.

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By Ms. Red-State Hippibilly Nov 7th 2008 at 6:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:39 pm EST)

I'm SO glad they're "keeping Us!" For future reference, as long as they'll accept long usernames, my name will be the same on any future Obama websites. It may be Ms. Hippibilly instead of Ms. Red-state Hippibilly for brevity's sake, though.

What is a hippibilly? I've never heard the term before. It might not be new, but I like to think that I made it up, (until I've been told differently). A hippibilly is not a "hip" billy-goat or a curvy hillbilly. A hippibilly is one part hippie one part hillbilly.

Now, mind you, I wasn't around during the "Summer of Love", and I don't fill a lot of the stereotypes that go with hillbillies, but I consider myself a hippibilly because of what lies deep in my heart. I have a fierce love of the rolling hills of TN and have had the pleasure of living in a place where I could see 7 counties from my back yard. I am socially liberal and a very loving person. I love the Earth and the smell of dirt and autumn leaves brings tears to my eyes. I've travelled this great continent, I've been lucky enough to enjoy a lot of the finer things in life, I'm well-read and very aware of world events, but nothing makes me happier or prouder than simple things like people getting together, good homegrown food, family, moonshine, animals, nature, arts, crafts, environmentalism, music, and dying arts like canning or quilting. I'm a hippibilly at heart. You can spot a person like me by their grin, their grace, their old but fuel-efficient cars, and their hospitality.

I love yaw! I'm so glad that we can stay together. Look for me in future Obama sites. You will find a friend!

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By Hope Has Prevailed!!! (Don in Johnson City, TN) Nov 7th 2008 at 7:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:01 pm EST)

I knew exactly what a hippibilly is! ;^) I think I might be one as well.

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By Anna-Maria Nov 7th 2008 at 6:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:40 pm EST)

I'm very happy that the site isn't going anywhere! It's been almost a year that I've been a part of it, playing and working! I'd miss you all!

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By Robby from Louisiana who loves the Middle Name Hussein and Believe in Barack Obama Nov 7th 2008 at 6:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:54 pm EST)

I am so glad this site is not going anywhere. For the last three days I have been happy for President Obama, but I have also been afraid to get out of bed and function in the morning fearing I would turn on my laptop and find no-one here and the blog gone. So Thanks to the campaign for hearing our concern, and being so understanding to keep our family intact. It will be wonderful to stay in touch with all my family here on the blog.

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By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Nov 7th 2008 at 6:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:57 pm EST)

I am happy we have our blog family staying together.

Here are some photos of the Obama daughters from HuffingtonPost.

Link

Change.GOV | Report to Admin

By Melcy Nov 7th 2008 at 6:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:41 pm EST)

Please feel free to sign up for another official Obama website.

http://change.gov/

I need tickets to the swearing IN | Report to Admin

By GOTV! Go Team Obama Nov 7th 2008 at 6:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:41 pm EST)

Ok...I'm hearing that I have to write my congressman (I'll be going to his office some point this weekend/week), which I have. But I have to think that the Senator's/President Elect campaign people can point me in another direction or something...

I want to see all my hardwork come to fruition in that one shining moment. I already have a room and everything...I was so confident, I booked the room months ago...

Anyone have any knowledge on this subject???

Re: I need tickets to the swearing IN | Report to Admin

By meta Nov 7th 2008 at 6:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:49 pm EST)

Tickets for the Inaugural swearing-in ceremony will be distributed to constituents in January 2009 by both Senators and Representatives of Congress of the 111th Congress.

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By Lisa Holmes - Obama Precinct Captain #3361 Nov 7th 2008 at 7:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:13 pm EST)

Actually - you need to contact Diane Feinstein's office. Please go to her site:
Link

BAY AREA OBAMA BRAINSTORMING EVENT | Report to Admin

By ☮ CR ❤ Nov 7th 2008 at 6:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:42 pm EST)

Do you have definite ideas about how the Obama Presidency should approach the different issues facing us now?

Martin O'Leary is hosting an Obama Event on Nov 9 at the Brittania Arms and it has as a serious tone. Yes he knows that Obama backers want to celebrate but he wants a serious discussion as to what the next step is; for the Obama Presidency, for the Bay Area, for enviornmentalism, etc. So I thought that I would give you a heads up so that you can start thinking of suggestions to bring up at the event. Possible speakers: Bob Petit, Mari Houssni and Galen Swain

When: Sunday, Nov 9 1pm-4pm
What: Obama Event
Where: Brittania Arms

Host: Martin O'Leary

** Please RSVP through the mybo.com event link **

Link

Fight the anti-Obama movements... | Report to Admin

By Chris from Hercules, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 6:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:43 pm EST)

I'm thrilled to hear that the site and tools are not going away. Obama still needs our support!

Did you know that there are currently five anti-Obama 2 Million groups on facebook. One of them is for impeaching Obama. If you have facebook account you can show your support for Obama by joining the "Obama 2 Million Strong" group. The group is dedicated to getting 2 million users to change their profile picture to be one of Obama until inauguration day. Come join and show your solidarity. Link

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By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 6:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:47 pm EST)

A group for impeaching Obama??? LOL.... these people need to get a grip!

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Nov 7th 2008 at 7:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:06 pm EST)

Great. I would love to see the remaining Republicans in the House try to impeach Obama. The Republicans need one more nail for their coffin. This could be it.

Lets stay together | Report to Admin

By Michael from Bronx, NY Nov 7th 2008 at 6:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:46 pm EST)

Let's all keep this thing together so we can re-elect him again in 2012 to ensure that he has all the time he needs to bring about a lot of the positive changes that this Country is in serious need of.

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By ♥ dreamweaver "Grab A Mop" ♥ aka Vicki from Iowa Nov 7th 2008 at 8:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:30 pm EST)

Yeah and then pull a Bloomberg. LOL

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By Karen from NJ for OBAMA...Looking to the future!! Obama/Biden in the White House '08-12! Nov 7th 2008 at 9:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:00 pm EST)

No then it will be Michelles' turn the girls will be older by then...

For Any Republicans Checking Out Our Blog | Report to Admin

By Rob from Arlington, VA Nov 7th 2008 at 6:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:47 pm EST)

For any Republicans checking out our blog who are worried about what's going to happen now, we are going to include your voices in the process of moving this country forward politically. We care about your concerns - we want and need your help. There will certainly be times when you don't agree with our policies, but we will always listen, and we will always try to tailor our policies and our decisions in a way that takes into account your needs and concerns.

We do not want you to feel demoralized. Our country is now facing so many big challenges, we want all Americans to feel hopeful - to feel included - to feel valued as our fellow citizens. We are all in this extraordinary experiment called the United States of America together.

Rob

A Major Screw-up--already! | Report to Admin

By Ira from Lawrenceburg, KY Nov 7th 2008 at 6:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:48 pm EST)

Just watched excerpts from the press conference and was appalled at the 'Nancy Reagan' remark. Mr. Obama should issue a quick and clear apolgy to an elderly, ill lady whom many in our country love--just as Mr. Obama loved his late grandmother. Absent this action, Rush and FOX will eat him alive for weeks. It was so unlike his campaign persona!

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By Dinora Nov 7th 2008 at 6:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:53 pm EST)

bla bla bla taking the negative comment man people are just waiting to attack geezzzzzzz

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By Ira from Lawrenceburg, KY Nov 7th 2008 at 7:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:05 pm EST)

I supported Mr. Obama as much as anyone on this blog. I think he needs to be proactive, not reactive on this--just wait to see how FOX and Rush respond!

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Nov 7th 2008 at 7:08 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:08 pm EST)

I couldn't care less what Limbaugh and Fox have to say. They continue to embarrass themselves every time they open their mouths. I'm sure they will complain forever about everything. I bet you they even condemn the dog the Barack buys.

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By Tori from Greenville,SC Nov 7th 2008 at 7:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:06 pm EST)

Rush is a nobody just like Fox News. Nobody gives a flip about what they think. If they did Obama would have never become President.

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By Lisa Holmes - Obama Precinct Captain #3361 Nov 7th 2008 at 7:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:07 pm EST)

Breathe....slowly. Does anyone have a paper bag. He was making a joke. Nancy is famous for her admiration of the paranormal. Deeper breath...feeling better?

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By Rob from Arlington, VA Nov 7th 2008 at 7:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:16 pm EST)

We're in a different place now, Ira. No more of this business of making mountains out of molehills. That was the way it worked in the old mindset. In the new mindset, we don't get all worked up about little things, we don't twist every little thing everyone says every which way. That's over now.

We just went through a bruising general election campaign. Lots of us are not very happy with the campaign that McCain ran, but McCain was very gracious in his concession speech. If McCain can continue to leave the negativity of his campaign behind him, then we've got a big place waiting for him in the new political environment. We are ready to have McCain jump right back in and pitch in and help us take on the challenges we're facing. Our problems are just to big for holding grudges - that's over with. And our problems are just too big to continue to get all bent out of shape over little things.

Rob

Re: A Major Screw-up--already! | Report to Admin

By Ira from Lawrenceburg, KY Nov 7th 2008 at 7:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:30 pm EST)

I really hope you are correct, sir!

Re: A Major Screw-up--already! | Report to Admin

By Rob from Arlington, VA Nov 7th 2008 at 7:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:49 pm EST)

Look, we've got the power now. If we offer that kind of graciousness to those who are now out of power, it's going to be awfully hard for them to come back at us with gracelessness. If instead of leaving them out in the cold, we welcome them into the warmth of the hearth, it's going to be awfully hard for them to dishonor our hospitality.

Ira, it's our generosity of spirit that won us this election. In the end, the middle of the country was simply unable to resist our generosity. We fought fire with water. Generosity defeated nastiness - that's the story of this election. And I, for one, am determined to see that that is the story of the Obama era.

Rob

Re: A Major Screw-up--already! | Report to Admin

By Ed in Austin Nov 7th 2008 at 7:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:35 pm EST)

MSNBC reports that Barack phoned Nancy Reagan to personally apologize.

Re: A Major Screw-up--already! | Report to Admin

By Ira from Lawrenceburg, KY Nov 7th 2008 at 7:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:49 pm EST)

Ed,

Thanks for this info. The right thing to do on his part. I know he didn't mean to be malicious-

Re: A Major Screw-up--already! | Report to Admin

By The Traveler Nov 7th 2008 at 8:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:43 pm EST)

He already did. He called her and apologized and had a warm conversation with her. He told her that he admires Ronald Reagan.

Re: Ok Let's spend the entire first term apologizing | Report to Admin

By Loretta Nov 7th 2008 at 9:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:21 pm EST)

this is ridiculous....why apologize? we all know about Nancy Reagan and her physic friends.

Change.gov is New Website... | Report to Admin

By Edmund Dantes Hamilton Nov 7th 2008 at 6:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:49 pm EST)

Link is the NEW website...

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By Lisa Holmes - Obama Precinct Captain #3361 Nov 7th 2008 at 7:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:17 pm EST)

I have been over to the site. It's exciting. I have written a story ... I am thrilled to be part of it.

Yayyyy we are not going no were | Report to Admin

By Dinora Nov 7th 2008 at 6:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:50 pm EST)

Thank you HQ for keeping the website I'm so happy that we are going to keep in touch and ready to serve and do anything we can!!!! Yes We Can!!!!!

Thank goodness.... | Report to Admin

By tamlynn Nov 7th 2008 at 6:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:50 pm EST)

I'm so relieved to read that this site is not coming down. This is like a second home to me and like a second family!!! Its were we all come to vent and gather information! Loving it....

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By Obamakim Nov 7th 2008 at 6:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:52 pm EST)

Ok, I know someone here can help me. I was talking to someone VERY late on election night (and yes it involved alcohol!) and was talking about one photo that I saw during this campaign that can bring me to tears just thinking about it.

It's a photo of Barack walking up the street (I think) and there is a young (teenage i think) white girl with her bi-racial baby. She's holding her baby out as far as her arms can stretch toward Barack as he came past her. The look on her face is all of the hopes and dreams she has for her child. She just wanted to be able to tell her child someday that they were within feet of the first American president that looked like them.

I think it was in one of the Obama with children slide shows. Anyone know what I'm talking about? I promised to send it to someone.

Thanks,
KIm

Happy - Happy -Joy-Joy | Report to Admin

By MOG-- Champaign, IL Nov 7th 2008 at 6:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:53 pm EST)

I am so glad this site "isn't going anywhere" and "The online tools in My.BarackObama will live on."

YIPPEE!

I everyone how are you? Is everyone rested?

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By Anna-Maria Nov 7th 2008 at 6:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:54 pm EST)

Did you guys see Barack's press conference? What did you think? I thought he looked exhausted but as always very good!

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By Ira from Lawrenceburg, KY Nov 7th 2008 at 7:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:02 pm EST)

I thought the 'Nancy Reagan' remark was a major screw-up! FOX/Rush, etc. will roast him for weeks about this. He should issue a swift and clear apology. It was insensitive to an elderly, ill lady many Americans love just as Mr. Obama loved his grandmother. Does anyone know how to contact 'HQ' directly?

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By Ethel Nov 7th 2008 at 7:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:07 pm EST)

Try to go to actions then click contact us.

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By Ira from Lawrenceburg, KY Nov 7th 2008 at 7:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:21 pm EST)

Thank you very much. It worked very smoothly!

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By MOG-- Champaign, IL Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST)

BREAKING NEWS:---Barack Obama has called Nancy Regan and apologized regarding his comment that he made during his press conference.

Re: press conference | Report to Admin

By meta Nov 7th 2008 at 7:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:32 pm EST)

Lighten up.

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By DianaKay Nov 7th 2008 at 7:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:35 pm EST)

MSNBC just announced that he called her and apologized.

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By Bola from South Elgin, IL Nov 7th 2008 at 9:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:02 pm EST)

HE apologise already says keith on msnbc

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Nov 7th 2008 at 7:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:05 pm EST)

Very happy with that conference (in spite of that odd off-the-cuff remark about past presidents). He did look a bit weary and I think it is not just the grueling nature of this 2 year-long campaign but the realization of the burdens he will carry as POTUS.

I sincerely wish him and his family all the best. And hope he gets some very well deserved rest this weekend.

I am also thrilled to see confirmation by this thread that our virtual family will live on as it must.

Finally, I just love this video - presidential candidate dance-off - check it out Link

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By T Nov 7th 2008 at 7:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:17 pm EST)

he still has his humor, I LOVE the "mut" (mixed breed) comment LOL... I am glad he is taking a weekend blackout break.

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By Loretta Nov 7th 2008 at 8:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:26 pm EST)

Michelle, make your man get some sleep. :)

President Barack Obama Victory Speech-Fireworks Celebration | Report to Admin

By ♥♪Ben, a true evangelical for OBAMA; For PUBLIC OPTION♪♥ Nov 7th 2008 at 6:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:54 pm EST)

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Happy happy happy happy NEW WORLD!!!

Jobs in the Obama Administration | Report to Admin

By Ivan from Las Cruces, NM Nov 7th 2008 at 6:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:56 pm EST)

The nation has many inspired people who worked for the campaign and the election of Mr. Obama.

It will be interesting to see how many of the ‘general public’ will be represented in his administration.

And the site isn't going anywhere. The online tools in My.BarackObama will live on. Barack Obama supporters will continue to use the tools to collaborate and interact. | Report to Admin

By Lisa Holmes - Obama Precinct Captain #3361 Nov 7th 2008 at 6:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:57 pm EST)

Oh ... you don't know how happy that makes so many of us. I have tried to use FACEBOOK and it's cumbersome and the blog isn't a community blog...we cannot interact like we do. I have looked at other blog interfaces for the past three weeks and we have been evaluating them, trying to download all of our previous blogs. (they are part of history...we wanted to back them up forever.)

I just cannot imagine life without checking in with MyBarackObama...you've become a real part of my life.

Now that the election is over...maybe I should look for a new screen name. Any suggestions bloggers??

... | Report to Admin

By . Nov 7th 2008 at 6:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 6:58 pm EST)

...OBAMA WON 1 EV FROM NE TO GET TO 365 EV...

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Nov 7th 2008 at 7:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:06 pm EST)

Yeah, I was thinking I predicted 364 and was right for the first time ever but then here comes 1 from Nebraska. I'd rather be wrong and have Barack be one EV richer. ;-)

The New Future | Report to Admin

By Tom from Tempe, AZ Nov 7th 2008 at 7:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:00 pm EST)

I am so proud of the outcome of the election this week, but now it is time for all of us to get to work. We need to use this tool to keep updated and to be able to freely communicate ideas upward to Barack and his staff. Also, it's great for us to be able to hear directly from our President unfiltered by the normal news outlets.

If we all pull together, it will be almost impossible for anyone to tear us apart!

yay | Report to Admin

By coach for obama Nov 7th 2008 at 7:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:01 pm EST)

what a thrill im so glad that this isnt going anywhere

Thank You.... | Report to Admin

By Adrianne D. Bell - Team Coordinator; West Philly Nov 7th 2008 at 7:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:01 pm EST)

First, Congrats to everyone on MyBarackObama.com.
We did it..YES WE DID!

I'm glad the site isn't going anywhere.

This is a powerful resource for Obama supporters who wish to continue to connect and build for the sake of continuing to support (I love saying this).."President Elect Barack Obama!" ..whew..I still get chills and teary-eyed thinking about Tuesday night.

I look forward to reaching out to more folks in my community, my city, my state and across the country.

The Prez is gonna need our help to keep this movement vibrant and flowing.

We can still make a difference. YES WE CAN!!

Yours in the Fight for Positive Change,
Adrianne

Inaugural Song? | Report to Admin

By Alexandra Pereira Nov 7th 2008 at 7:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:01 pm EST)

"Brand New Day" by Marc Johnson, from Chicago:

Link

Lyrics:

"Quit your fronting and your fighting
Throw your sadness and your heartache away!
We're living in a Brand New Day.

The world's abuzzing with the novelty of all the things
We've heard and read and seen
A sea change igniting our dreams
Framing all of our hopes and
Defining the possibilities

Never been a better time to be and to be free
If you believe as I believe

We're living in a brand new day

We've got fences to mend
Bridges to build and hearts to heal
Overcoming obstacles from without and within
It's a (crazy) lot of work but I know that once it begins
What an amazing place we'll find ourselves in

So hey don't delay
Put one foot in front of another and begin this brand new day

We've got fences to mend
Bridges to build and hearts to heal
Overcoming obstacles from without and within
It's a (crazy) lot of work but I know that once it begins
What an amazing place we'll find ourselves in

So seize the day, this brand new day
Gonna stir it up, gonna break it down
Melt it like we should
Bringing love and light and hope to every neighborhood
It's a Brand New Day."

- Vote for Inaugural Song in Link

A Brand New Day Is Here

The Media might try to make an issue on where Obama’s daughters attend school | Report to Admin

By Rhonda for Barack Obama in Montgomery, Alabama Nov 7th 2008 at 7:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:04 pm EST)

I watched Barack’s Press Conference today and listened closely to the media’s questions for him. I heard one reporter ask if He and Michelle had decided on which school that their children will attend. Why would this matter when our economy is headed towards a depression?

I know that it should not matter but our Republican media are still looking for anything to create a firestorm against Barack.

If Barack and Michelle, decide to send their daughters to a private school, the media and the Republicans will cry “elitism.”

I just hope that Barack and Michelle choose a Good school for Malia and Sasha no matter Private or Public.

Re: The Media might try to make an issue on where Obama’s daughters attend school | Report to Admin

By Donna Nov 7th 2008 at 7:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:17 pm EST)

I think they should go to Private school, that is what they are doing now and probably would be the best for them given who their father is.

Re: The Media might try to make an issue on where Obama’s daughters attend school | Report to Admin

By Loretta Nov 7th 2008 at 7:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:53 pm EST)

I agree, I too would like them to attend public school, but I have some concerns. SAFTY!!!

I won't elaborate, I'm sure you know what I'm saying.

Re: The Media might try to make an issue on where Obama’s daughters attend school | Report to Admin

By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Nov 7th 2008 at 7:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:25 pm EST)

IS IT SILLY SEASON ALL OVER AGAIN?????

Re: The Media might try to make an issue on where Obama’s daughters attend school | Report to Admin

By Paul J. Los Angeles Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST)

Private School - No media/press hounding the kids
Public School= public property, thus no bar to the media and all media outlets and the press will be following those kids

I think this is a no-brainer

Val Kilmer running for Governor...Seriously | Report to Admin

By Tsee from Los Angeles, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 7:08 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:08 pm EST)

Look at his campaign poster to see his pretty clever campaign slogan:

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Keeping this Blog | Report to Admin

By wendynyc Nov 7th 2008 at 7:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:09 pm EST)

Thanks to the campaign for keeping this blog going.

Unfortunately we are going to need it to keep posting and participating in order to ensure that BO's agenda is not side tracked.

Please keep participating and posting your thoughts so that this community can remain connected.

Luv you all!

Re: Keeping this Blog | Report to Admin

By Carmen From New York City, NY Nov 7th 2008 at 7:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:28 pm EST)

Wow! I love our new President and I am so happy that this blog will stay here. We still have to stay together as a Obama family in order to protect our President in support from the vultures that still remain. You will have many who will look at any angle to try to tear Barack now. Unfortunately, I still see some of this on this blog with some of the negative comments(trolls) here about Obama. This is why we have to stick together as a Obama family:)And I have no doubt that we will because we support Obama 100%:)

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:57 pm EST)

I agree Carmen!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves you :-)

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:53 pm EST)

I agree Wendy!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

stimulous package idea | Report to Admin

By Rogene from Ava, MO Nov 7th 2008 at 7:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:12 pm EST)

I have an idea that I hope will have legs. If you develop a stimulous that gives back money to people as was done a few months ago AND you want it to be spent, give it in the form of a cash card instead of a check or direct deposit. It may be a little more expensive, but it would almost guarantee that it would be spent instead of saved or applied to past bills.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Nov 7th 2008 at 7:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:18 pm EST)

I expect this time around we will see job creation instead of cash.

Yeah The Site Stays!!!! | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:12 pm EST)

I'm so happy about that!!!I'm so happy about that!!!I'm so happy about that!!!I'm so happy about that!!!I'm so happy about that!!!I'm so happy about that!!!

Great!!! | Report to Admin

By Ryno Nov 7th 2008 at 7:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:12 pm EST)

"In the coming days and weeks, there will be a great deal more information about where this community will head. For the moment, let's celebrate this victory and know that the community we've built together is just the beginning."

Currently says "Paid for By Obama for America", will it continue to be paid for by OfA?

Totally awesome and cool to the max! I am happy! Obama Yay! | Report to Admin

By Megan in Northwest Indiana Nov 7th 2008 at 7:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:13 pm EST)

Condoleezza Rice on President Elect Barack Obama
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Minnesota race on hold for recount: Franken-Coleman Senate race too close to call
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Here We Go: Obama Transition Team
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Colin Powell on Barack Obama reaching 270
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Obama Administration Rumors: Dick Lugar, Secretary of State? Lawrence Summers, Treasury Secretary?
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Robert Gibbs to serve as President Obama's Press Secretary
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IU Economists predict recession will hit Indiana in 2009
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Thursday, November 6, 2008 - Obama Family In Focus: Personal Time and Time Magazine Photographer Callie Shell
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Thursday, November 6, 2008 - Community and Election Day 2008
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Thursday, November 6, 2008 - Republican Stronghold: Republicans in my hometown explain why Obama won here
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Pondering on 'The Clinton Effect': How was it that Indiana was able to turn a light shade of blue in 2008?
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Some Press: Rahm Emanuel's New Job Title - White House Chief of Staff
Obama to meet with financial team Friday - Stock Market waits in anticipation
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What will Obama supporters do now?
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Can 'The Bradley Effect' phrase be officially retired?
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President-Elect Barack Obama grabs headlines around the world
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Let' find a way to peace. No more war.
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President-Elect Barack Obama grabs headlines around the world
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Less Government, More Government: What about 'Smart Government'? Yeah! That's the ticket.
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PLEASE, HQ !!! | Report to Admin

By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:13 pm EST)

Please, HQ !

We would love a pic of David Plouffe's NEW BORN BABY !!!!!!!!

Can you managed it ?????

What's her name ???

Jan 20 DC | Report to Admin

By Ethel Nov 7th 2008 at 7:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:13 pm EST)

Anyone going to DC on Jan 20? I would be nice for the bloggers to meet up.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:18 pm EST)

Ethel we may go, I will know soon.

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

Re: Jan 20 DC | Report to Admin

By Ethel Nov 7th 2008 at 7:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:28 pm EST)

Good. It would be nice for us all to meet up. It would be nice to put faces with names.

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:22 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:22 pm EST)

I thinking to come from France !!!

But as for now, seems to be difficult for office. I'll see...

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By SoCalHopeMonger Nov 7th 2008 at 7:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:27 pm EST)

I'd love to, but I'm not sure if I'll actually be able to make it out there yet (the main issue being money).

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By Nikki in VA "Who finds it nearly impossible to function without a phone list or a canvassing walk pack!" Nov 7th 2008 at 7:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:31 pm EST)

Hi Ethel! I am so excited for the Inauguration! Even if I don't get a ticket I plan to be out dancing in the streets of DC! By the way... GREAT JOB delivering PA to Obama!!

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By lh215bk Nov 7th 2008 at 11:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:48 pm EST)

I am planning on it even if I do not have tickets. It would be great to meet some of you too! Over the next few months maybe we can all plan something? Just a thought? If I go it will probably be by bus out of Philly due to the money just to go by the planes and trains. I am still trying to work out all of the details.

My president our president | Report to Admin

By Christopher from Astoria, NY Nov 7th 2008 at 7:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:14 pm EST)

For the first time in my life, I shall refer to the man who lives at the White House, not as THE President, but as MY president. Our President.

With his election, Barack has re-created nothing less than the ideals instilled in the Constitution itself - the concept of ownership. We The People means simply that all of us have ownership in our government...that we have a stake in it. This is our INVESTMENT.

With Barack's election I have felt that stake and that investment more acutely than ever. This is what was unleashed Tuesday night, this is why the tears were flowing and the emotions laid bare. We had regained something that had been lost to us.

To my president, I owe you immeasurable gratitude. Because I have a stake in my government again, because you have allowed me to become invested again, I shall follow your lead.

Godspeed, Barack.

Obama's open Government-Apply for a job online | Report to Admin

By James a Vietnam Vet from NC Nov 7th 2008 at 7:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:15 pm EST)

Go to new site: www.change.gov and keep up with events and issues. You can apply for a job with the new administration.

Congratulations | Report to Admin

By Sabry from Lakewood, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 7:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:15 pm EST)

Congratulations To all of us

I'm Proud. You can change. | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 7:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:16 pm EST)

I am brazilian and live in Brasil, my country. This message it's only to say that I'm PROUD to the american people. Here in Brasil we elect a worker to be a president (President Lula) and you choose a black man to be a president. Really, we can can change the world. We can turn the world more beautiful, believing in what people can do, and not how they are.

FREE HUGS | Report to Admin

By James Brown.....Proudly Voted For President Obama ! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:16 pm EST)

(((((((HUGS))))))))

I still feel like i am floating.

Re: FREE HUGS | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 7:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:26 pm EST)

(((hugs)))

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST)

Love free hugs !

(((((((((((hugs)))))))))

Special hug for Lace :
{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{Lace}}}}}} }}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}

Re: FREE HUGS | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:43 pm EST)

Hugs James!!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

Nebraska vote | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Nov 7th 2008 at 7:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:16 pm EST)

538 has called one vote in Nebraska for Barack and Missouri for McCain.

Link

I keep envisioning the map as the blue spreads. Montana, North Dakota, Arizona, Georgia and Missouri are the next to turn. I guess we will have to wait until 2012 for that however.

In the mean time we need to fix a few things. I decided today that I am going to do whatever I can to make sure this administration is a success. Who is with me?

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By marti Nov 7th 2008 at 7:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:56 pm EST)

that's why I will continue to come here...to see where and how I may help

The new site. | Report to Admin

By Sean Nov 7th 2008 at 7:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:17 pm EST)

Everyone be sure to visit Change.gov as well. It is the official transition website for the office of the President-Elect. It has a segment for you to upload pictures, videos, and most importantly you can submit an essay on your personal "vision for the country".

This is another opportunity for you to take a vested interest in the future of our country. Stay involved!! Visit Change.gov and let us help the new President make a better America for everyone.

Re: The new site. | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:20 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:20 pm EST)

I already visit it Sean. Thanks.

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

Re: The new site. | Report to Admin

By Waterdoc Nov 7th 2008 at 7:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:29 pm EST)

www.change.gov

Hmmmmmm ?
Why would I want to go to change.gov ?

Change.gov. sounds like someone respects MY opinion. Why would somebody ask for this ?

Re: The new site. | Report to Admin

By Beth (Chicago) Nov 7th 2008 at 7:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:53 pm EST)

been there!
said to submit ideas.
so did about important issue to my family.
never had such an opportunity offered by my government!

Good night! | Report to Admin

By Anna-Maria Nov 7th 2008 at 7:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:19 pm EST)

Good night everyone from Paris!

I have to start getting back to a more normal routine!!!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:24 pm EST)

Good night have a blessed night. Come back and visit us!!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

Legalize Cannabis | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Nov 7th 2008 at 7:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:19 pm EST)

Please, legalize the cannabis!!! This is the risolution of crisis

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By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Nov 7th 2008 at 7:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:30 pm EST)

LOL!!!!

Hey DesertDan, It's time for a little Bob Marley!!

Re: Legalize Cannabis | Report to Admin

By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 7:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:40 pm EST)

lol Cilla.

YES ! | Report to Admin

By firefly : a call to the better angels of our nature Nov 7th 2008 at 7:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:24 pm EST)

President Obama...we are ready to serve..tell us what to do..We will put more air in our tires..we will knit socks for the soldiers :)
We are here and we are ready and waiting... We want to help.
Now..WHO IS IN THE HOUSE ??
Michigan is ready to serve !!

Re: YES ! | Report to Admin

By Brian "Hussein" B. It's a New Day in America Nov 7th 2008 at 7:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:32 pm EST)

I'm here in NC ready to serve. Thanks to all those who helped to turn the Tarheel state blue

Re: YES ! | Report to Admin

By DianaKay Nov 7th 2008 at 7:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:32 pm EST)

Spokane, Washington, ready to serve!

Re: YES ! | Report to Admin

By James Brown.....Proudly Voted For President Obama ! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:32 pm EST)

Eugene , Oregon is in the House.

Together we can !

Re: YES ! | Report to Admin

By Nancy who is still walking on air Nov 7th 2008 at 7:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:36 pm EST)

Las Vegas is in the house and READY TO GO

Re: YES ! | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST)

Wisconsin, ready to serve a non-fascist government!

Re: YES ! | Report to Admin

By Paul J. Los Angeles Nov 7th 2008 at 7:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:50 pm EST)

Los Angeles, California in da house!

great pictures !!!!! | Report to Admin

By maria from europe Nov 7th 2008 at 7:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:25 pm EST)

great pictures ppl go see Link

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:34 pm EST)

Awesome pictures! Thanks.

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

Re: great pictures !!!!! | Report to Admin

By maria from europe Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST)

bless you debra xxxx

Re: great pictures !!!!! | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 8th 2008 at 12:16 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:16 am EST)

Hugs to you Maria!

Smile Jesus Loves you and so do I :-)

Re: great pictures !!!!! | Report to Admin

By Kevin ":: g+s+ ::" Winterfield Nov 7th 2008 at 7:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:52 pm EST)

I can't wait for more Jesus' name stuff to happen Debbie!

Let's go make it happen!

-k
g+s+ :: make it happen :: rBush :: !!

Re: great pictures !!!!! | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:59 pm EST)

How nice of you to say something like that Kevin!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

Re: great pictures !!!!! | Report to Admin

By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:14 pm EST)

Great pics, thanks Maria !!!

Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By Ali from Dearborn, MI Nov 7th 2008 at 7:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:29 pm EST)

As an Arab American, I can't believe obama chose a man like Rahm to be his chief of staff.
His father said of course he will help israel, he's not an arab, he won't clean the floors of the white house.-shameful
I USED TO BE HOPEFUL FOR CHANGE AND
OBAMA JUST LOST MY SUPPORT

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By NOWMD IL Nov 7th 2008 at 7:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:33 pm EST)

Do you EVEN KNOW WHAT YOUR TALKING ABOUT?Listen if I hear 1 more comment on Rahm Emanuel and how he is so wrong im going to PUKE!JUST SHUT UP!I LUV RAHM HE'S GREAT! I hope he SCARES the STUPID PEOPLE IN OUR COUNTRY,INCLUDING YOU!

Re: Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By Peng in Gresham, OR Nov 7th 2008 at 7:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:47 pm EST)

Hey, I think Ali has a valid point. Not that I agree with him, but he should be able to express his opinion and not be drowned out on this website. We should not become an echo chamber here.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:00 pm EST)

I agree Peng. We all have a right to our opinions and question things we don't approve.

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You:-)

Re: Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By Suzanne from CT Nov 8th 2008 at 2:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:29 pm EST)

What Rahm Emanuel's father said was shameful.
And any Arab has a right to get mad at that, and so has any right-thinking person. (It sure got me mad, and I live in a Jewish household.)
But Rahm is not his father.

Also, his position in the White House has nothing to do with foreign policy. Before you abandon Obama, anyone, just wait and see how he handles foreign policy and national security positions.

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By Carmen From New York City, NY Nov 7th 2008 at 7:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:47 pm EST)

Here Here. I love Emanuel and he is the RIGHT man for the job....

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By bill berry Nov 7th 2008 at 10:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:16 pm EST)

YOU DON'T MAKE ANY SINCE ARE YOU A BIGOT TO GO JOIN THE REPUBLICANS.

Re: Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By . Nov 7th 2008 at 7:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:34 pm EST)

...Good Bye...

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:37 pm EST)

Ali what did Rahm do to you? Where are your facts?

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

Re: Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By Suzanne from CT Nov 8th 2008 at 2:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:34 pm EST)

Ali complained about Rahm Emanuel's father's extremely racist comment. Surely that's ok, and we don't need to have been personally harmed by someone to be allowed to criticize them?

I disagree with Ali by blaming the son for his father's behaviour, but surely everyone here can voice their view, and this is a forum for discussion.

In particular, I believe (echoing Colin Powell) we have to stand up for our Muslim brothers and sisters, as they suffer the most from religious discrimination in this country, simply by 'guilt by association' with some terrorists who share their faith, but nothing else.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 9th 2008 at 10:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 9th 2008 at 10:26 pm EST)

Well said Susanne!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves you and so do I :-)

Re: Troll | Report to Admin

By Brian "Hussein" B. It's a New Day in America Nov 7th 2008 at 7:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:37 pm EST)

Remember that was our word during the primaries and general election to describe these naysayers. I don't think we can retire that word yet.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Nov 7th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST)

Rahm's father does not work for Obama. There is a much better chance that we can get peace in the Middle East with Obama than before. This is not the time to give up hope. Somehow I don't think you ever supported Obama and if you did it is weak of you to give up before he has even done anything.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:40 pm EST)

Amen Jim!!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By James Brown.....Proudly Voted For President Obama ! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:44 pm EST)

Very shallow thinking Ali.

Re: Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By Rob from Arlington, VA Nov 7th 2008 at 8:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:00 pm EST)

Ali,

This is truly a new beginning. Let's see how everyone conducts themselves in this new political environment, before we come to judgment.

Ali, I was extremely unhappy with the campaign that McCain ran against Barack. However, I found McCain's concession speech to be extremely gracious and I am ready to put the campaign behind us and give McCain the chance to join in and make a big positive contribution in the new political environment. I'm asking you to wait and see how people respond to the tone set by Barack before passing judgment.

Rob

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:06 pm EST)

Very well said Robert!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By The Traveler Nov 7th 2008 at 8:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:07 pm EST)

Ali,

Please don't worry about it.

Barack is not only pragmatic but he's a very practical man.

Rahm Emanuel is indeed an orthodox Jew, but he wasn't picked because of it, but because of his character. Rahm is a doer, and that's what Barack needs right now. It's a practical decision.

You should not be emotional about it, Barack certainly is not. Barack wants to get the job done, and that's he will do. Trust him.

Good luck.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:13 pm EST)

Very well said Gloria!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You:-)

Re: Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By Stewart Mills Nov 8th 2008 at 9:18 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 9:18 am EST)

I am still undecided about Rahm Emanuel.

My initial impression is his presence only compounds the America's so-called 'fight against terrorism'.

The President elect needs to distance himself from any persons that can be seen have a partisan perspective on this conflict.

Link [Letter to Australian PM on neutrality]

Al Qaeda uses US double standards in the occupied Palestinian territories as one such reason for continued operations against the United States and her allies. If the US is serious about fighting terrorism it must address the root causes. Take for example the issue of Jewish settlements in the West Bank. Why does the United States continue to supply billions of dollars in military aid to Israel (or for that matter Egypt) and not place greater conditions on such aid - in a way that will benefit all people not just some?

Link [Why Terrorism?]

If President Obama wishes to appoint Rahm, then please can Barack Obama's website have more details that identify in what ways Mr Emauel has supported both the Palestinian people living in occupation and the Jewish and Palestinian Israelis.

Link [Palestine Israel Blog]

President Obama will only further undermine the United States security as well as countries like my own - Australia- by failing to encourage the United States to be seen as an honest broker in the Middle East.

Re: Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By Stanley H. Krute Nov 8th 2008 at 11:47 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:47 am EST)

Ali

Let me explain something:

We are all to be judged by the content of our character.

Not our race. Not our historic nationality. Not our religion. Not our anything other than our character, as revealed by our actions.

If Rahm Emanuel does things you dislike, please speak up. If there are things he's done in his past that you like, please speak up.

But please do not spread hatred based on race/religion/sex/whatever. It ill becomes you, and poisons the civic commons.

-- stan

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By Lulu Nov 8th 2008 at 12:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:43 pm EST)

I know Mr. Emanuel. Critizisms of him our unwarranted. Are we going to start second guessing Obama NOW? Already? After all we've done for Obama all these months?

Shameful

Re: Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By Stanley H. Krute Nov 8th 2008 at 6:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 6:51 pm EST)

thanks Lulu for your ongoing common sense

Re: Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By Stewart Mills Nov 11th 2008 at 12:03 am EST (Updated Nov 11th 2008 at 12:03 am EST)

Yes we can! – Changing the President’s position on Israel and Palestine

Link [Barack Obama and Israel]

Stanley

1. The significance of the Palestinian-Israeli-Arab conflict

I have great hope in Barack Obama. I like so many was moved by the magnitude of his election as the President of United States of America. I will never forget the tears coming down from Jesse Jackson’s eyes at the announcement of Barack’s victory and the joy of seeing the Obama and Biden family coming together on the stage a symbol of the new future for America. However, Obama despite his messianic qualities is a mortal and must still be held accountable for his political positions. Yes, even though many of us just want to focus on the positives and celebrate his win - we still need to continue to be grounded in the humanity of the man. One position that Barack needs to be questioned on his position on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Sadly, from my perspective Barack Obama (1) seriously underestimates the detrimental impact that US relations to Israel and the occupied Palestinian people has on the global Islamic community (2) fails to appreciate the link between terrorism and the failure to resolve this conflict and (3) fails to acknowledge the link between US bias towards Israel and the perpetuation of the conflict.

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Obama’s AIPAC speech

Barack Obama has done little to offer change to accepting the historic demographic reality of the former British mandate Palestine. The land was populated by Muslims and Christians and Druze with a much smaller component of Jews. The President-elects speech at the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) in June 2008 did much to undermine any good will that he may have had towards Arab and Islamic citizens of the world and to those in the West who have for years been critical of the injustices being perpetrated against Palestinian people.

At the June 08 AIPAC conference Barack Obama speaks of the centrality of the story of homeland. Yet where is the homeland for the Iliinois, the Potawatomi or the Miami? What happened to the treaties that were agreed between these Native Americans and the European American invaders? Where is the homeland for the Palestinians?

Stanley, I wish I had more room to chat. Please see the following link for further perspectives.

Link [Barack Obama and Israel]

Stewart Mills
Sydney Australia

Re: Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 9th 2008 at 10:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 9th 2008 at 10:29 pm EST)

Very well said Stanley!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves you and so do I :-)

Re: Rahm Emanuel | Report to Admin

By tchanta Nov 8th 2008 at 1:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 1:47 pm EST)

Ali,

I also have bad feelings. All my European friends are filling my mailbox about Emanuel. They now think Obama, like past US presidents, will not be an honest broker in the Middle East. They point to the fact that during the 1st Gulf War, Emanuel volunteered in the Israeli army.
We got to watch Obama administration carefully. Abandoning it so soon will not help. He had a good foreign policy team, the same people who didn't blink when they were derided as naive regarding Iran. Let's hope Barack is not pushing them aside.
So yes, I have bad feelings but for now am hopeful. Gration, Rice, McPeak...I want to see what role these people will play before I make a decision on supporting Obama or not.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 9th 2008 at 10:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 9th 2008 at 10:31 pm EST)

Afeite everyone is entitled to their opinions but not their facts. Let give Barack a chance to prove his vision for America and the world.

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves you and so do I :-)

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By No Surrender - BARACK AMERICA Nov 9th 2008 at 11:00 am EST (Updated Nov 9th 2008 at 11:00 am EST)

Ali would have been very happy if Obama had selected a muslim.....

I dont care what the race or religion of a person is....Obama picks the best people...

so what Ram's father said....did you not learn anything from this campaign?

guilt by association my friend......stop thinking like the Republicans....

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By Abomanite from brooklyn Nov 7th 2008 at 7:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:33 pm EST)

I am extremely grateful that the site will be kept open, I was having withdrawal symptoms, wondering where I was going to go to keep in touch with the cutting edge of politics, and to continue to support my president.

I would like to propose a name change of the house president elect obama will occupy ob january 20th. this house should be renamed 'THE PEOPLE'S HOUSE, OR THE HOUSE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. NO name color should be affixzed to this home, it belongs to all americans.

Labor and Delivery Nurse.

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By Beth from Albany Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 7:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:42 pm EST)

I agree! How about "The People's House of Congress?"

Why not? Do we need to change the constitution to do this? Hmm I guess I should research this, but Pres. Obama, would probably be completely on-board with this; don't you think?

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By Peng in Gresham, OR Nov 7th 2008 at 9:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:38 pm EST)

Another perspective: so what if the President-elect has a Muslim name, Hussein...he shouldn't have to change his name to suit Americans...just as we shouldn't have to change the name of the White House to something else to avoid offending certain people.

How about we shouldn't allow such labels to divide us anymore.

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By Desia "One Woman's Voice" Nov 7th 2008 at 7:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:34 pm EST)

I'm so happy to hear this news. I was getting sad thinking about this connection ending. Like a previous poster...I think it can be a wonderful tool in helping to form this "more perfect union."
Yes we Can.
And the work goes on.....and on...and on...
I'm committed.

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By SoCalHopeMonger Nov 7th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST)

Me too! I'm so glad to hear they're gonna keep the blog going. There's too much enthusiasm, energy, and motivation to go to waste!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST)

I agree Desia!

I was so happy to hear this!!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By Justin T Strader Nov 7th 2008 at 7:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:37 pm EST)

What you've built. I implore you to continue to take advantage of all the talent, energy, and enthusiasm you have brought together in the last two years. I think I speak for everyone when I say "Ask us to serve, ask us to sacrifice, and each of us will do what we can." In the last eight years no one seriously asked us to do anything. You've built an army of hardcore volunteers. Use us!!!

The Obamas should adopt a shelter dog | Report to Admin

By Kim Nov 7th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:38 pm EST)

In keeping with the spirit of leadership, I think instead of choosing a purebred (which will just inspire more people to buy from horrible and cruel puppy mills), I think Barack should take the girls to a local animal shelter and show the world that there are millions of loveable animals just waiting to be First Pet. I think if the president adopted a shelter animal, he would be taking a great step for the Humane Society. Both of my dogs were shelter puppies, and I have now had them 15 years. They have been the best dogs ever. A loveable adoptable dog would be the best First Pet ever!

Keep up the great work!

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By SoCalHopeMonger Nov 7th 2008 at 7:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:41 pm EST)

This has already been a topic of discussion over the last few days. The Obamas want to get a shelter dog, but they need a hypoallergenic breed because Malia's allergic. So if they can find a purebred at a shelter that will meet that requirement, they'll take it.

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By DFA Nov 7th 2008 at 8:29 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:29 pm EST)

They can find purebreeds that are rescues and shelters nationwide at www.petfinder.com

For those of you | Report to Admin

By Czarina rhiannon hussein aka le chat Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST)

who were concerned re Barack's "Nancy Reagan" comment, it's been announced that he called Nancy R. and apologized. So drop it, okay? He didn't mean to be rude. He's exhausted. And that was a very common topic during Reagan's days in office.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:47 pm EST)

I agree Debi! We should all know Barack a little better then that!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By Beth from Albany Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 8:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:00 pm EST)

First, he must be tired. Second, I actually thought it was funny. I know he didn't mean any disrespect to Mrs. Reagan.

I also thought the "mutt" thing was very funny. If you can't make fun of yourself, then you are boring!

I was actually glad to see a little humor out of him because election night, he was somber, I think it sunk in that he will be responsible for this Nation and he really wants to make a difference, people around the world are counting on him.

Personally, if I was given that responsibility, I probably would go hide for weeks until I really had a "perfect" plan on how I was going to lead the world to a better future.

So, he was funny, many people didn't get the "mutt" thing, people forget he is still like us and wants to remind everyone that he is human and a "mutt" is a mix of a breed of dog. To those who don't, well, come on, get it.

I just wish he would take this weekend off, sleep, kick back and watch TV not PUNDIT stuff, and play basketball with his friends, do family activities, go back to life b/f this new life he will be living soon enough.

His wife and children need that, but he needs it even more.

I still think both things he said were funny :D

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By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 7:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:58 pm EST)

Well...read my blog at the bottom of the page...next apology should be to all bi-racial children everywhere for using the racist term "mutt" to refer to himself...unbelievably stupid, unenlightened comment.

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By marti Nov 7th 2008 at 8:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:04 pm EST)

good grief...I think I'm going to get REAL tired of this

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By Beth from Albany Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 8:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:12 pm EST)

Apologies. I

had not thought about the world at large. I was thinking more on the lines that he was only making fun of himself, yet, I can see how others may be offended by that comment, even though I am sure he said it to make fun of himself, w/o realizing how it may effect so many other Americans.

I take back what I said.

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By Carmen From New York City, NY Nov 7th 2008 at 8:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:18 pm EST)

And if Obama walks the wrong way, this would be a big issue too huh... Stop it already!!!! Enough!!!!

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By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 8:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:38 pm EST)

No..I'm not going to stop it. It was wrong. He was stupid to make such a racist comment. It was not funny in any way. It was insulting to all bi-racial people everywhere. No I am not exaggerating. It is absolutely the same thing as Hillary Clinton standing up and calling herself a b***h (another DOG term) and thinking it was funny. Absolutely the exact same thing. Truly mentally sick.

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By Loretta Nov 7th 2008 at 9:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:16 pm EST)

President Elect Obama has every right to poke fun at himself. I think something may be wrong with you.

Are you insecure about your mixed race heritage? If so, my advice to you would be to seek therapy.

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By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 9:45 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:45 pm EST)

You mean my mixed German and English heritage..no..I'm fine with that.

If you can't see the logic of what I've written, that's fine. Some people just don't get it. But, no you are wrong...and no...there's nothing wrong with what I wrote...think about it for a week or so and maybe it will dawn on you.

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By marti Nov 7th 2008 at 10:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:00 pm EST)

it's ok, no one is "right" or "wrong" with their feelings.

you are not wrong, other posters with their own opinions are not wrong

this is not a place to have to "prove" our feelings...I hope!

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By Diane F Nov 7th 2008 at 11:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:51 pm EST)

Note to guy irritated about the "mutt" comment: You've got to be kidding? I'm French, Irish, German, American Indian...so what does that make me? Some times you just have to lighten up! He's a good man and if he wants to make a joke, so what! He has the weight of America on his shoulders, his grandmother just passed away, he's been campaigning for two years.... I thought it was cute. If you can't take a joke....I feel sorry for you. PS, I'm an American. Born in Detroit in the 50's. Republican, voted for Barack

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By shaka Nov 9th 2008 at 10:00 am EST (Updated Nov 9th 2008 at 10:00 am EST)

I'm not insulted, I thought it was cute also, and I am a MUTT also, Irish French and English and only God knows what else, lighten up.

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By Czarina rhiannon hussein aka le chat Nov 7th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST)

We are all mutts. Some just know a little bit more about their (specific) ancestry. You're being ridiculous.

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By Stanley H. Krute Nov 8th 2008 at 1:03 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 1:03 pm EST)

Actually, as a fan of the biological truth of hybrid vigor, I thought of it as a compliment. Mutts are hardy wonderful beings. I have only positive thoughts RE muttinage.

-- stan

whose current set of 12 rescued dogs includes mutts and purebreds and they're ALL fabulous beings

I'm so glad | Report to Admin

By Vermonter Lois Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:39 pm EST)

I'm so glad this site is staying. In honor of new beginnings, I created a new profile. I used to be Lois in VT, but that didn't fit anymore. I am a citizen of O nation, now, and time is on our side!
Looking forward to working with all of you again as we enter the next phase of changing the world, oone voice at a time!

The Genesis | Report to Admin

By Amirah Nov 7th 2008 at 7:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:40 pm EST)

Amen!

The Idealists Have Won! | Report to Admin

By Madama Ambi Nov 7th 2008 at 7:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:41 pm EST)

This has been the most amazing connectivity of idealist circuits I've ever been part of other than my own brain. The possibilities seem so possible now. I am so happy to be among all of you.

Let the change continue...

with love & gratitude
MadamaAmbi
Interview4Obama
ArtistsWriters4ZeitgeistObama

YESWECANSOLVEIT Lives On..Great! | Report to Admin

By Al Boek Nov 7th 2008 at 7:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:41 pm EST)

Now we can start using the site for what I hoped
and originally set it up to be.

Community organizing renewable energy and conservation efforts through out the state of
California and the rest of the nation.

There have been several plans to do this by folks
smarter and richer than me, but few have the
hands on experience actually doing it, if I may
say, than I. So that should be of some value.

try these sites out

Info on setting up renewable energy dealerships
Link

Info on Pickensplan and our sister site
Link

Alternative energy information and Links
Link

Info on bio diesel manufacturing and vet re-entry
Link

A plan for actually doing it
Link

more hands on info
Link

the way to power up local projects using muni bonds
Link

Our Barack Obama Group site..Join Us Now..
Link

Al Boek
American Energy Conservation Group, California
PO Box 1579
Anderson, CA. 96007-1579
530-549-4315
AmericanEnergyAtfrontiernetdot net

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By Beth from Albany Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 7:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:49 pm EST)

There are also two new sites that are Political sites that are supporting Obama's efforts and you sign up and choose an area and way you would personally help with all of Pres. Obama's issues he will be working on.

I am signed up on one of them and actually one of the first 200.

I have not had time to go back to it just yet, but will.

The other site I accidently accessed through a link that HQ set up. I am looking forward to visiting it more and joining it. I have been a little busy and have less of a brain and I want to be a part of our new government which will require more brain.

Anyway here are the two sites:

Our Presidency Link

Change.org (from HQ)Link

TO INSIVIBLE MEN AND WOMEN, AGAIN § | Report to Admin

By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:42 pm EST)

Hey, you, the just lurking people !!!!

Are you also happy this blog will continue ???

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By Janet from PA ... no longer bitter, because hope has prevailed Nov 8th 2008 at 12:16 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:16 am EST)

From a dedicated lurker and occasional poster ...

I'm not happy ... I'm ECSTATIC!

Sleep is overrated. :-)

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By Hélène, with an H... like in Barack ! Nov 8th 2008 at 9:42 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 9:42 am EST)

Waooooo I've an answer of one of our dedicated lurkers !!! Very rare, very difficult to have, i'ts a collector answer, I'm very proud !

See, people, you can't see them, but they exist, they are here !

Oh My...Two Happy Days in One Week...Yea! | Report to Admin

By Karen from NJ for OBAMA...Looking to the future!! Obama/Biden in the White House '08-12! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:43 pm EST)

I am so glad that we get to keep our family together. We will be a strong force that will continue to support our President Elect Obama and VP Biden. Success is in their future.

Did anyone notice that we were mentioned today in Pres. Baracks' press conference..."A lot of discussion on our blog about the dog"... He is checking in on us...Good to know.. :)

P.S. Everywhere I have been everyone congratulated me on our win...I had to laugh...I must have really been talking about Obama a lot... :)

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:44 pm EST)

Me too Karen!!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

Heck, you mean.. | Report to Admin

By Kevin ":: g+s+ ::" Winterfield Nov 7th 2008 at 7:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:50 pm EST)

You mean there's more to this??? Can't O just wave his magic 'Change' wand and be done with it?

Looking forward to working with the Obama Administration to turn the Blueprint into reality.

-k
g+s+ :: Make it happen :: !!

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By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 7:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:51 pm EST)

: )

help! | Report to Admin

By firefly : a call to the better angels of our nature Nov 7th 2008 at 7:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:51 pm EST)

I changed my e-mail address in my account and now i lost everything :( ... how can I retrieve my history?? Anyone ? Help please!!! TY

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By Bola from South Elgin, IL Nov 7th 2008 at 9:08 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:08 pm EST)

i guess your head is off your neck

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By bill berry Nov 7th 2008 at 9:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:36 pm EST)

Yes Obama said mutt funny joke he's so cool.But i'm mutiracial afro-american 96 percent of the vote,native american 90 percent of the vote so my mutt brothers and sisters rocked the vote.

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By firefly : a call to the better angels of our nature Nov 7th 2008 at 8:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:10 pm EST)

you need more help than me buster

OMG..I've been trolled :( ...yuk...i feel awful...

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By Beth from Albany Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 8:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:16 pm EST)

Bless the ignorant; that one day they may see themselves as others see them; another human sharing this planet, which supports all of our lives the same through the air we breathe, the food we eat, and the ground we walk on.

Bless the ignorant.

Hyper Allergenic Recommended Puppy | Report to Admin

By Raffie Nov 7th 2008 at 7:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:51 pm EST)

i have a Tibetan Terrier named "Sugar" and she is so sweet. I would recommend a Tibetan Terrior to the Obama girls.

List of Hyper Allergenic Dogs
Below is a list of Hyper Allergenic dogs. If you are looking for a Hyper Allergenic dog to bring into a home with family members with allergies any of these dogs may be a match for your home. No dog is 100% Hyper Allergenic, but most people allergic to dogs react different ways to different breeds. Even if your allergic family member has a reaction to a particular breed of dog the breeder claims is hyper allergenic that family member may be fine with other breeds deemed hyper allergenic.

Keep in mind that these dogs may carry small amounts of allergens or will carry allergens in their fur. To keep the allergy risk low even among hyper allergenic breeds, you should bath and groom as frequently as your breeder suggests. (Bathing some dogs too often will remove oils from their coat, causing their skin to flake and potentially cause allergies) If your family is super sensitive to pet dander you should be careful about having your pet groomed in a facility where other breeds are groomed.

The following is a list of dogs considered to be Hyper Allergenic:

American Hairless Terrier
Airedale Terrier
Basenji
Bedlington Terrier
Bichon Frise
Border Terrier
Cairn Terrier
Chinese Crested (hairless)
Havanese
Kerry Blue Terrier
Maltese
Miniature Schnauzer
Portuguese Water Dog
Puli
Shih-Tzu
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Spanish Water Dog
Standard Poodle
Standard Schnauzer
Tibetan Terrier
Toy Poodle
West Highland White Terrier
Wirehaired Fox Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier

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By MJ Nov 7th 2008 at 9:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:35 pm EST)

Mini schnauzers rule!!

The best is a shelter dog. I came here because of animal issues and I was overjoyed to hear Pres. elect Obama talk about that today!!

Didn't like the "Mutt" comment Pres. Elect Obama | Report to Admin

By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 7:51 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:51 pm EST)

Just wanted to air my grievance. I was blown away by your "Mutt" comment Pres Elect Obama.

As a mother of three bi-racial children, in a healthy functioning marriage with my husband from South Africa, I found it truly horrid.

I would expect to hear something like that from the mouth of a racist...but not you sir. I am truly disappointed. Dog analogies to bi-racial people aren't useful...they've been going on too long and should not be used as "self-depricating humor" as the media is reporting your comment as. Would be like HIllary standing up and calling herself a b***h and thinking it was funny. Absolutely no difference. Very hurtful...hope you choose your humor more wisely in the future. So diasppointed.

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By Rock on Mr. President!! Nov 7th 2008 at 7:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:57 pm EST)

Oh please...he was referring to himself not you. And it is not the same thing as Hillary calling herself anything.

You need to chill and stop taking things so seriously...We all do!

Not even close to horrid...

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By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 8:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:06 pm EST)

Oh please....are you racist or something?? You must be if you think that comment is in any way, shape or form ACCEPTABLE. If someone came along and called MY CHILD a MUTT I'd frickin knock they're lights out dude.

It just shows me that Barack sees his being bi-racial as a NEGATIVE. So sad...really sad. At the very least he needs to apologize because it was a hurtful and stupid comment. Think about it...doesn't that comment sound like something a racist a*****e would say?? That IS what racist white people call bi-racial children...so how in the hell can it be FUNNY????? Think about it!!!!
Be honest with yourself. Barack isn't Jesus Christ after all.

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By Stan Z- Christian-President Obama Knows His Stuff Nov 7th 2008 at 8:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:31 pm EST)

The tone and tenor of what Barack said matters. You are just being overly critical. Rug Rats? Kids?

People use funny terms affectionately all the time.

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By Loretta Nov 7th 2008 at 8:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:55 pm EST)

Oh come on.....Is this man to be criticized for every joke he makes. Give me a break. I'm a mutt too. Let's see, I'm AA, Native American, (Creek Indian) and Irish.

yes, I'm a mutt alright...but I'm a very good mutt. :) Yeah, I'm a happy mutt. :)

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By Janet in Florida Nov 8th 2008 at 11:22 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 11:22 am EST)

BUT, "mutt" dogs are the BEST!!!! They have fewer genetic issues than overly bred dogs and frankly, I think being called a mutt is a compliment (though I understand that everyone has a right to their own opinion on this.

And, BTW, some of these new "designer dogs" are actually mutts - breed like Labradoodles are nothing more than wonderful mutts!!!

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By Carmen From New York City, NY Nov 7th 2008 at 8:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:31 pm EST)

We are all of mixed races on this planet. Please. This is getting crazy... Again We are all of mixed races on this Planet. If you do the history and study the history, we have all be tampered with. We are all mixes of all races. All of us on the planet period!!! Do the history and you will see this... If Obama farts and it smells funny this is going to be a bad thing too because his farts don't smell like the rest of us.. Enough already.... If Obama walks the wrong way, he will be criticized. And Obama make sure you don't wink because you will then be accused of being a womanizer.... Enough... Really. Let the man breath and stop criticizing him for everything he does. And he is still THE RIGHT MAN FOR THE JOB IF YOU ARE STILL HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THAT... Geeesh!!!!!!

Re: Didn't like the "Mutt" comment Pres. Elect Obama | Report to Admin

By . Nov 7th 2008 at 7:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:58 pm EST)

...Please don't take it the wrong way...

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By marti Nov 7th 2008 at 8:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:00 pm EST)

I am French, Welsh, English, German, Spanish...my dad used to kid around that we were mutts, and that ALL are mostly mutts here in the USA.

I never took it as derogatory....it's just a cute endearment from my point of view.

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By Rene who luvs Barack Nov 7th 2008 at 8:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:01 pm EST)

what is wrong with you?

if obama can poke fun at himself, what can't you appreciate that?

people are sick and tired of this walking on egg shells crap!

So the man has a dry sense of humor. deal with it!

I'm black and I know how to make fun of myself every now and again!

jeez!!!!!!

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By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 8:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:09 pm EST)

Well.. I guess everybody walks around with the Slave Masters mindset these days. The slavemasters idea of what is funny, what is o.k., what is not ok. Maybe it will change 1,000 years from now...very disappointed.

It kinda reminds me of Oprah telling Tiger Woods that he was crazy to call himself "bi-racial" because in America he's black....such a sick stupid comment. Hearkens back to the slavemasters definition of degree of "black blood" makes you black.

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By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 8:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:15 pm EST)

You are black...good for you. Don't think the master should dictate to everyone else how they should call themselves...This is change I can xerox.

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By marti Nov 7th 2008 at 9:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:43 pm EST)

I'm not black, is "mutt" only insulting to blacks?

sorry I don't get it.

but like I said above, since I was a child, we in my family have had FUN with being "Heinz 57"..."mutts"...whatever, I think all this gives me a headache.

have fun in life.

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By Rene who luvs Barack Nov 7th 2008 at 9:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:53 pm EST)

Marti, my comments were not directed at you. sorry.

It's just the way the post fell right underneath yours.

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By marti Nov 7th 2008 at 9:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:57 pm EST)

oh I knew that...I meant to reply to the one just above you!

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By Rene who luvs Barack Nov 7th 2008 at 10:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:01 pm EST)

lol!!!!! this is fun! : )

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By bill berry Nov 7th 2008 at 9:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:44 pm EST)

HE'S BLACK IN THIS COUNTRY.BUT IT'S NICE TO SEE HIM HAVE FUN UNDER ALL THE PRESSURE HE MUST BE UNDER YOU GO BARACK STAY COOL.

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By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 9:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:53 pm EST)

You wrote "HE'S BLACK IN THIS COUNTRY".....

Why??? Because the slavemaster's law says so????

As long as you let others define you, you will be a lost sheep in the wilderness...hopeless..truly hopeless sheep.

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By DFA Nov 7th 2008 at 8:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:26 pm EST)

Mutts are great!!!
You can get them plus purebreeds at www.petfinder.com!
these are all rescued dogs, I just don't see the point in buying dogs from a breeder when so many other already existing dog are in desperate need of a home.

check out www.petfinder.com!

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By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 8:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:01 pm EST)

I thought it was humorous because my siblings and I often refer to ourselves as Mutts. We are Irish, Scottish, Swedish and who knows what else!!!

: )

I am not discounting your feelings.... I just don't believe for a second he was trying to be disrespectful to anyone.

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By James Brown.....Proudly Voted For President Obama ! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:18 pm EST)

Must be silly season ......LOL.

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By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 8:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:35 pm EST)

Yes, he was not trying to be disrespectful; he just was...Maybe it's what he heard that made him cringe when he was young from his grandma. Well, it's not OK! He was quick to apologize to Nancy Reagan but let the other racial comment be insignificant. He, of all people, should wiser than to make a stupid comment like that...He should know better. Now, he has made it ok for anyone to use that type of language. He has given the approval and it will take much much longer to correct in this society. This sets us back!!!

With love for humanity.

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By Chuck Tellechea from Leesburg, VA Nov 7th 2008 at 8:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:11 pm EST)

D,

It is understandable why you, and many others, might be upset by ths; however, as gently as I can, I would submit that we humans tend to take ourselves much too seriously...

Barack doesn't take himself all that seriously. It shows in his Buddhist like Calm; his equanimity. What he takes VERY SERIOUSLY is his mission here on earth, that people be freed from suffering; that compassion reign; that this nation might be restored and the world saved from calamity.

By characterizing himself as a mutt, he elevates the "apparently" ordinary into the extraordinary. He reminds us that 'PEDIGREE' is irrelevant as is the lack of pedigree (I.E. a Mutt); that it is the "Content of our Character" rather than mere appearance, that is the measure of a human being or--for that matter--of a dog.

With love,

Chuck Tellechea
One Cuban Refugee for Obama/Bidden 08'

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By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 8:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:26 pm EST)

Chuck...thanks for your comment. I already thought of that angle...kinda like the "trickster"
character in the Native American mythologies...HOWEVER...he needs to be much, much wiser than that..realizing that his comments are being broadcasted out into the world and falling on many ears. An apology is in order.

Personally, I know who I am, and my family is very stong, centered and postive. Nothing anyone says gets into me. I was just very diasppointed in Barack...my husband wasn't surprised. He grew up under Apartheid and said from day one he could tell that Barack doesn't really know himself in many ways and is still confused over race.

He's not perfect and neither are any of us. It shocked me is all.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:35 pm EST)

Do you think you could just put yourself in his shoes for a minute? Can you just realize that on the scale of gaffes, bad jokes, and misstatements, this is pretty low?

He didn't call someone else a mutt, he didn't call you children a mutt, he called himself - someone with random roots connecting him to Dick Cheney - a mutt.

I didn't take his statement as some sort of self hatred, or some sign that "he doesn't really know himself." I saw someone trying to lighten the mood and crack a little sarcastic joke.

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By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 8:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:49 pm EST)

Well...it's not a minor gaffe. Sorry...but it's not. Much, much more serious than the Nancy Reagan gaffe (but see how quick he was to run to her and apologize). No, he did not call my children mutts by name..however, he made it o.k. for people to do that in the future right? Afterall, if it's o.k. for him to call himself a "mutt" than no one else can be brought to task for calling MY kids mutts. Think about it.

That being said, of course I still think he will be a better President than John McCain ever would've been...BUT...everyone needs to open their eyes to the racial LANDMINES that are going to be surrounding this Presidency. If anything, race relations will get worse. You watch. Everyone needs to take their rose colored glasses off; realize that this Presidency DOES NOT SAY ANYTHING about bringing racism to an end. So much work is needed on that front that hasn't even begun in any way, shape or form.

Look at what South Africa did to end the tyranny of racism. Look and learn. It often takes a long, hard, struggle. Bottom line--it need not be tolerated because the longer you tolerate it in anyway, it continues to hang-on for generations. Need to un-do the brainwashing folks.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 7th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST)

Ok, I'm going to just agree to disagree with you. I don't think his statement was bad, but it wasn't necessary either. It was a colorful moment, which obviously many can take how they like.

I'm sure he'll be more careful in the future. I suspect he will be less and less accessible as his presidency goes on. I've read that he's pretty funny, and it appears like his sense of humor isn't appropriate for public consumption, and he will have to just lock it up.

By the way, I'm black and I know a thing or two about racial sensitivities. I've never been one of those people who thinks he is some sort of savior. I'm a huge realist and support him 100% because I believe at the end of the day, he has this country's best interests in mind...something I haven't felt a politician has been like in my lifetime. So, I expect him to promote policies that are beneficial to the majority of Americans. My expectations are not that he will say the right thing, at the right time, all of the time. But I do expect that he doesn't intend to offend us.

All that being said, there are racial landmines out there because WE ALL have our own sensitivities. I am sure he will navigate them appropriately and every now and then step on one, like he did today.

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By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 9:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:50 pm EST)

Vero..nice comment. I agree with just about everything you said:)

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By JohnV of Chicago Nov 7th 2008 at 10:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:12 pm EST)

He is not perfect, as he has often indicated in past months. He also will likely say or do something that displeases most at least sometime during his first term in office. Despite that, he still has the potential to be the greatest President during my lifetime, and bring us and the world change that we sorely need.

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By houseof4va Nov 7th 2008 at 11:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:11 pm EST)

To the upset usernamed Hussein something......It seems you were never a supporter so why are you here? You have been waiting to use the "N" word for a while now. So hope you got it out of your system. Guess what he is still our new President Elect so all the name calling in the world will not change that. But I bet it was ok for all of the ignorance that came out of Bush's mouth huh...we can tell and smell a bigot no matter how many states one has to cross. Call him any name you want. Unless you move to another country...Obama IS STILL YOUR PRESIDENT...get over the bitterness of losing... you will be a happier person. Hope to see you at the Inauguration of our President Elect Obama!!!!!!!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:28 pm EST)

What did Barack do to you Unknown user?

I will pray for you!

Smile Jesus Loves You:-)

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:21 pm EST)

D I'm sorry that you were offended by that but let me say Barack was not speaking about no one but himself. If you don't know by now Barack is a very compassion person and he would not want to do anything to offend someone. Some people just have a good sense of humor. Please accept my apology for Barack I know he would not want to hurt you or anyone else.

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You!

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By Rene who luvs Barack Nov 7th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST)

Hi Debbie! what's up?

: )

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:40 pm EST)

Hello. What's Up? I'm so excited and I just can't hide it, I'm about to lose control but I think I like it, I like it....

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You!

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By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Nov 7th 2008 at 10:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:00 pm EST)

You smile and have your Jesus love you; and while you at it, shut that hole in your face.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 11:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:31 pm EST)

I will pray for you D from Grand Rapids I see you have alot anger and hatred in you. You don't have to answer to me but you are going to have to answer to Jesus Christ.

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

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By Carmen From New York City, NY Nov 8th 2008 at 12:24 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:24 am EST)

Debbie, I would not pay any mind to this DHussein person. What a terrible thing to say about you. You are always so gracious. You don't deserve that statment. D is a very sad person and needs help. This D person smells like a troll anyway.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 8th 2008 at 12:56 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 12:56 am EST)

Thanks Carmen but I have the power of Jesus on my side and I'm strong willed person. Thanks for your concern that is so kind of you.

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves you and so do I :-)

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By Veronica "Hussein" from Albq NM Nov 8th 2008 at 8:51 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 8:51 am EST)

I, a white woman of Russian and Ukranian descent, once referred to myself as a mutt. It is humor and it is ok to poke fun at oneself. It is when you poke fun at others that it becomes a bad thing. Listen, this man must be exhausted. Look at what he did. Give him a break please. It is called self-deprecating humor and that kind of humor has been around for a long time.

I am deeply touched by Tammy's offer to give the family a cockerdoodle puppy. Barack's people are so the best.

In my town, people are flocking to gun stores for assault weapons. The woman behind me in Target said she is unconvinced about Barack and that she thought bush did a great job. I said, REALLY? I THINK BUSH RUINED OUR COUNTRY. This is what we are up against now. People who have lived on a different planet than us for the last 8 years. More important things than a slang word. Let us choose our battles wisely and remember we are only human. I am sure there will be more gaffes along the way.

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By Chuck Tellechea from Leesburg, VA Nov 7th 2008 at 7:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:57 pm EST)

I just want to say that this was the most amazing experience. My cup runeth over....

From Loudoun County, Virginia where we turned the tide; where Rollie Winter, and Marcia Carlin, and all of the amazing volunteers at Leesburg, and Sterling labored with love and faith for our victory, Barack's victory, over the darkness.

It has been a privilege to take part in this journey with all of you and I look forward to continuing in the mission, that our Nation be restored, and the World turned from a path from suicide towards one where compassion and love reign over hatred and fear.

I love you all!

Chuck Tellechea
Buddhist, Cuban American, Democrat
for OBAMA/BIDDEN 08' - 16'

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By Peggy Nov 7th 2008 at 7:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:58 pm EST)

I am so glad that the blog will around. It has been a wonderful way to connect and interact.

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By Susan from Portland, OR Nov 7th 2008 at 7:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:59 pm EST)

As a mother, wife and community volunteer I am chomping at the bit to find out how I and my friends can become part of the next step toward American restoration. I will respond to the call when it comes.

Thank you to all the programers, IT techs, graphic designers, bloggers and campaign leadership for making my.barackobama rock!

Susan in Portland, Oregon

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By silent reader no more Nov 7th 2008 at 8:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:52 pm EST)

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By meta Nov 7th 2008 at 7:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 7:59 pm EST)

will.i.am's new video "It's a New Day" is awesome! It's going to be released soon here:

http://dipdive.com/

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By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 8:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:04 pm EST)

Meta, I saw this on iTunes today!!!!

; )

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By Danielle Clarke USA Vietnam Vet Nov 7th 2008 at 8:04 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:04 pm EST)

I remember our first conference call wayyyyyy back in early march 2007 and we all listened from across the USA to you and well i have the blog of that conference call saved here = Link = GROUP ADMINISTRATORS HAD CONFERENCE CALL WITH THE MAIN OFFICE HERE IS A FEW SUMMARYS
By Danielle Clarke USA Vietnam Vet - Mar 7th, 2007 at 11:32 pm EST
Also listed in: 15 groups

and my first blogs here = Link

I have been driving my horse and buggy in central pa educating the rural voters which has done a lot of good.

hugs love Danielle Clarke

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By Danielle Clarke USA Vietnam Vet Nov 7th 2008 at 8:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:09 pm EST)

HEY EVERYONE.. MAKE SURE YOU GO TO

Link

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HTTP:// WWW. CHANGE .GOV

WRITE YOUR REPORT AND OFFER YOUR HELP AND GET INVOLVED WE HAVE MUCH WORK TO DO

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By Danielle Clarke USA Vietnam Vet Nov 7th 2008 at 8:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:17 pm EST)

ALSO ...

when God told me if i quit smokinh way back in december 2007 in Iowa ... i quit and that Barack would be elected if i stayed quit and that i need to continue to stay smoke free to help Barack be able to now continue to guide this nation..

well see God does tell the truth and i have been smoke free ever since :)

bless you God for answering and responding to a much needed call for me to quit and for Barack to now lead our nation

geez i forget how long its been

almost a year now :)

December 29th in Iowa as a volunteer i quit smoking as i slept in my car and well its been a blessing ever since.

I even found a home here in central Pa (west of Harrisburg pa) with an amish family the stoltzfus judy and jonas who are elders and need help on their farm..

My horse Buddy and me are working hard making a new home and helping to make this farm a wonderful productive place..

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By Strong Heart Nov 7th 2008 at 8:32 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:32 pm EST)

If John MC Cain had just one Warrior as Brave and Loyal as Danielle he would be heading to the White House!!!

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By Strong Heart Nov 7th 2008 at 8:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:24 pm EST)

Danielle, so good to hear from you last I knew you were wounded in the battle of New England sick as a dog from driving all night and canvassing all day.

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By Danielle Clarke USA Vietnam Vet Nov 7th 2008 at 8:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:31 pm EST)

Hey strongheart LTNC

i did go to NH 4 times and well i lost my dad on baracks birthday in 2007 but i am still alive and doing well. I also went to Iowa and SC and virginia and Maryland and NJ and NYC and Ohio and all over Pa

Great to see you still here yeaaaaaaaa strongheart

we did it

we all did it

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By Strong Heart Nov 7th 2008 at 8:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:40 pm EST)

Everyone's still here, I never thought for a minute that anyone quit we all just went our ways and the Circle was never broken...

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By Danielle Clarke USA Vietnam Vet Nov 7th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST)

hey strongheart LTNC

glad to see your still here..

I did go to NH 4 times and lost my dad on baracks birthday but he has inspired me to keep on and well i also went to Iowa and SC and virginia and maryland and Ohio and NJ and delaware and NYC and all over Pa

glad to see you here

we did it

we all did it :)

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By Doris from MD Nov 7th 2008 at 8:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:34 pm EST)

Good to seeyou Danielle and Strong Heart!

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By Danielle Clarke USA Vietnam Vet Nov 7th 2008 at 8:40 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:40 pm EST)

Hey Doris Baltimore had the best office of all the offices i went too

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By Danielle Clarke USA Vietnam Vet Nov 7th 2008 at 8:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:47 pm EST)

wooooooooo hoooooooooo

now the battle begins..

i loved the baltimore Maryland office the best.. created totally by supporters

yes we all have work to do and we have to tighten our belts and get down to work..

I have been busting my butt here in western central Pa working and helping some wonderful farmers who are old and really need my help..

Oh and i'll be getting to washington DC jan 2009 one way or the other because all the times Barack spoke i worked outside the events and never met him but i knew one day i would after he was elected..

and now he is my president yeaaaaaaaaaaa

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By Danielle Clarke USA Vietnam Vet Nov 7th 2008 at 8:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:54 pm EST)

well the cows await my 5am meeting and well for those who want to stay in touch

email me at VOTE4BARACKOBAMA@AOL.COM

hugs love Danielle

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By Susan, Bloomington, IN Nov 7th 2008 at 8:08 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:08 pm EST)

I am so happy to know this blog will continue! And, by the way, I thought the press conference today was great!

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:18 pm EST)

I thought it was great too. I'm not sure what people expect, but if they're unrealistic, then they're setting themselves up to be disappointed.

I'm sad to see people freaking out about his "mutt" joke and his Nancy Reagan comment.

My mother used to always tell me to pick my battles. Folks keep parsing all of his words and criticize everything he says and doesn't say, and he will soon become very inaccessible. All business, nothing else.

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By Adrienne's Rants Nov 7th 2008 at 8:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:16 pm EST)

I think Obama is going use this site to talk to all the American people of big, small and in between issues. Is Google/Obama in our future?!!! [Me] thinks it is! :-)

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By Ethel Nov 7th 2008 at 8:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:18 pm EST)

Hello Everyone,

Why not do a food drive. Obama stated he wanted us to provide service. Please let's do it all arcross the US. Let's not stop doing good for America. With the Holidays coming soon and unemployment going up each month the food banks have to be hurting. Let's do it as a group effort.

What do you say Obamaland?

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By Peggy Nov 7th 2008 at 8:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:41 pm EST)

I think it is a great idea. I was thinking the exact same thing the other day. Something like everyone on this site making there monthly donation to the local food bank this month instead of the campaign.

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By timothy Nov 7th 2008 at 8:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:19 pm EST)

I am white, 54, married 33yrs., father of 3, grandfather of 10. On tuesday I cried. I heard every word, watched every move. We have waited for this, prayed for this. On tuesday I cried with Oprah and Jesse. God be with him. "For I shall raise unto to you a Prophet, one like unto Moses. Him shall the people hear." Of the brethern/natural born. "And the Government shall be upon His shoulders." The first 5 books of the Bible are the books of Moses/written by Moses, used by Judisum, Islam and Christianity. Hope, Faith, Love. He shall be as a plant growing in the dry land/skinny.

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By Doris from MD Nov 7th 2008 at 8:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:33 pm EST)

Hey Old School!!!

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By . Nov 7th 2008 at 8:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:36 pm EST)

...Hey Doris,I hope you feel as good as I am...I FEEL GREAT!!!...

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By Doris from MD Nov 7th 2008 at 8:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:44 pm EST)

Doing great!! I think I am still in shock, and it is a great feeling. It was so good to see him today in his first news conference. I thought I was going to loose it again. This is a very emotional time for me and for all of us. I am so glad that the site will still be here. I love you guys a lot.

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By . Nov 7th 2008 at 8:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:54 pm EST)

...I know what you mean...winning OH AND FL was sweet revenge after the year 2000 and 2004!!!...luv u 2...

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By bill berry Nov 7th 2008 at 10:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:19 pm EST)

Is mcsames webb site down live us good americans alone.

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By marti Nov 7th 2008 at 8:22 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:22 pm EST)

Have you checked out change.gov yet?

I am so excited with this whole moving forward process, I can hardly contain myself. I signed up there, but didn't see any profile capabilities, unless I missed something, maybe we will just get email alerts at first? Also has a "blog" spot, but couldn't see "comments" yet...

you can even apply to work in the administration there!

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By kandy cane Nov 7th 2008 at 8:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:58 pm EST)

Leave it to the Obama team! The new website is AWESOME! I'm very excited and so happy to hear that not only this website will continue, but that the new one also will offer great opportunities and info for ALL of us in the days, months and years ahead. CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERY MEMBER OF THE OBAMA TEAM, pre-election, and now post-election! ALL of you, are truly gifted and have been so very loyal and professional in performing the job you were given! I'm looking so forward to the inauguaration and to the next four years!!

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By Indiana Voter Nov 7th 2008 at 8:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:23 pm EST)

So happy to hear that this site will stay around. I have only posted a few times but I am on the site daily. Reading all your posts is something that I look forward to every day. I have never been more confident and proud of my vote and this is another proud moment. We are going to have an awesome President.

Signed Indiana Voter (The state that turned BLUE!)

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By Stan Z- Christian-President Obama Knows His Stuff Nov 7th 2008 at 8:24 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:24 pm EST)

Sam the plumber's helper has twice been a welfare recipient? Coming up on KO!

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By J. Lowe Nov 7th 2008 at 8:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:25 pm EST)

Dear New Media:

Hey, its J Lowe from back in the day (April 1 2007 to be exact), and am SO GRATEFUL for all your hard work.

Thank you, and I am even more excited to know that the online communication will continue with excellent folks such as yourself.

in peace
j. lowe
fellow volunteer & former staffer.

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By Doris from MD Nov 7th 2008 at 8:35 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:35 pm EST)

Good to see you!

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By Myrna from Hazelhurst, WI Nov 7th 2008 at 8:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:25 pm EST)

I have decided to give treasury bonds as Christmas and birthday gifts to do my part to interest others in our country's economic recovery. I hope others could expand on this idea and run with it.

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By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Nov 7th 2008 at 8:38 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:38 pm EST)

Great idea!

Although the yield isn't very high right now...like all the other investment tools, this will show a tremendous amount of support for our country during this time of desperate need!!

Great idea!

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By Nonny from Wolsey, SD Nov 7th 2008 at 10:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:01 pm EST)

You are funny dude. There were people that designed autos that got better gas mileage than what they do now and the car plans were bought up by the car manufacturers. Now they need to get them out of the safe and build those cars.

Maybe then I'd be willing to buy a new car, which would in turn help the business revenues.

I don't want businesses gone, but they need to update what they are making to be energy efficient.

The government might even offer incentives to get these projects off the ground. We all have to work together in order to put this country back together.

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By Jeff of Fredericksburg, Virginia Nov 7th 2008 at 8:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:25 pm EST)

Congrats 44th POTUS Obama!
Just my take on Joe Lieberman; I didn't care for Lieberman's actions, but we need Democrats, Republicans, and Independents to work together. I think we should keep Lieberman in the Dem caucus for now, and let the voters in his state decide his future.
The forgiving nature and professional nature of Barack is why I've supported him for over a year. Can’t wait to see you board AF One for the first time.
P.S. Cocker Spaniels are a good and loyal dog breed

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By Bola from South Elgin, IL Nov 7th 2008 at 8:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:48 pm EST)

I disagree with you, we can pick other republican who stay neutral during the campaign but this guy joe should goooooooooooooooooooooo

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By Obama Mamacita! Nov 7th 2008 at 9:22 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:22 pm EST)

I agree he should caucaus with the Democrats. He should be stripped of his chairmanship though. Barack and the Democrats can show that they are bigger than the Republicans. I agree that the people of Conneticut should decide to keep him or lose him as well.

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By Bon Nov 7th 2008 at 10:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:18 pm EST)

If anyone is interested, this is a petition to get rid of Lieberman:

Link

Personally, I'm torn over this because I really think Senators should stick to what they believe in. I actually respect that. However, he went WAY too far, IMO. Standing there when Barack was called a socialist, etc. Not to mention his speech at the Republican convention. It's one thing to back someone who is not in your party, is quite another to smear him or stand by while others do it.

I have not signed the petition as yet. I really have to give this a little more thought.

Re: MOVING FORWARD with Joe Lieberman | Report to Admin

By bill berry Nov 7th 2008 at 10:27 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:27 pm EST)

He used BARACK to get elected then turned his back on him big time.BARACK hasn't said one bad word about him that takes class.

MyBarackObama.com | Report to Admin

By Daniel from Milwaukee, WI Nov 7th 2008 at 8:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:28 pm EST)

We should keep this website open, considering everyone on it has a stake in Barack Obama's presidency. WE are the ones who have regained the whitehouse, WE are the ones whom Barack Obama represents. I am simply happy that our democracy worked. For eight long years, our voices have been muddled. When the people's voices aren't heard, people get angry... they become mad enough to move a nation. Thank you Barack Obama, for being that person who comes along only once in a lifetime. A nation has chosen wisely. Lead us into the twnety-first century properly.
This webstie should remain open to everyone who has a stake in his presidency, and it should morph into other manifestations, like a forum for people to chat about policy implementation, and moving toward a Green transition. Blog, and open threads to discuss issues related to our necessary transition - we stand behind you Barack - I can honestly say that I would hang a full painting of you in my house... for the first time in my life, I am proud of my president. Let's take advantage of Barack's leadership, and never cease to implement the task we must implement, in order to make our new direction for this nation.
Racism is dead..
A new day has come.
Let's get to work.

Re: MyBarackObama.com | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 8:39 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:39 pm EST)

As described up above, it will remain :)

Yeah for Website! | Report to Admin

By Julie Nov 7th 2008 at 8:28 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:28 pm EST)

I'm so glad we will continue to have a website to use for communicating with each other and also for organizing and mobilizing ourselves. This will be very useful in working for the change we want and need in this country. I would like to help work for change. Maybe this website (or a new website) can let us know ways we can volunteer to help.

I would also like to try to educate and gain support from people who voted for "the other side." Maybe this website can give us tips and support as we try to do this.

Re: Yeah for Website! | Report to Admin

By Susan***BlessOurNewPresident***BlessAll** Nov 7th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:37 pm EST)

Hey O family,
I haven't posted in a long time, I went from volunteer to deputy field organizer in our county which worked on turning NC BLUE !!!
Yipee!!! We've been busy.

I have cried since election night as so many of you have, tears of joy and pride and sheer amazement. WE DID IT EVERYONE!!!!! ALL OF US!
You guys are the BEST and our future is once again bright and hopeful
but there will be much work to do.

Sign me up. There's no stoppin' us now!

Peace and love, Susan

Attention Supporters | Report to Admin

By Ethel Nov 7th 2008 at 8:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:33 pm EST)

Use this website to request tickets for Inaugural Address. You can also call.

Link

Great Victory! | Report to Admin

By Gary Nilson Nov 7th 2008 at 8:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:34 pm EST)

I am 58 years old and I never before got involved in an election before. This website amazed me on how organized it was and I knew that it was a tool that was incredible and had never been done before to this extent! I felt so strongly about the bad direction this country was going that I had to get involved somehow and I am glad I did. It made it so much sweeter when we finally realized victory on Tuesday night! I met so many good people all united in one cause...to elect Barack Obama! I never thought I would find myself calling voters in other states but I did. Our group made hundreds of calls to voters in Connecticut, New Hampshire and in Pennsylvania. When those states turned blue on CNN's map it felt so gratifying that maybe some of the hundreds of calls that I made helped make a difference this time. I must admit when the clock stuck 11pm EST I knew that they would call if official and I had tears of happiness going down my cheeks. I am glad they will keep this site up as it will be a great tool to help implement some of Baracks plans he has. For me it has been an honor to serve this campaign and I thank everybody involved. I wish Barack the best. He is the best presidential candidate I have ever voted for period! Thanks everybody! Gary Nilson Wallingford CT

We Are Out There | Report to Admin

By JD from Seal Beach, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 8:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:36 pm EST)

Video with John Legend song

Link

Be prepared to choke up.

Conservative Radio 6.30 AM | Report to Admin

By Helped turn VA Blue...Now Craving for a Blue Texas! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:41 pm EST)

Obama family,

I have been reading at a distance but I have not yet said a word since we won! It is just alot of emotions that are tucked in. I do plan to share someday on how my day went that day. As a tip, I ended up at the Tysons Corner election party where our wonderful Governor Tim Kaine declared that we have delivered Virginia to Barack..."all men are created equal!" he said as part of the speech. That is for another day.

Some of my cherised memories includes when Gibs, Obama communications director was on Foxnews defending Barack on the Ayers story. He was boiling with anger but stayed calm to deliver a punch with supporting research, which was on a piece of paper against the host (Kristol).

Anyway, I stopped by him to let you know that our work is not yet over. Barack needs our love and support and that is exactly what some decent citizens are doing.

I like listening to diverse news. As a result, I am forced to listen to the hate on conservative radio! It's hard but it is good to know what others are saying - only when I am on the road. So, this evening on Radio 6.30 AM a guy called - his name was Geraldo. He is Latino. I do not know how he made it past the screeners, but I have an idea. Once he was put live, he decently called the host a racist! "What's wrong with you? he asked the host...Laverne or something..."Why do you hate Barack that much...you are a racist" "It is everyday." The host was tongue tied, he had no clue how such a caller made it on air! The host went ahead to say that they are getting a lot of such calls..that Rush is also getting such calls...that he will address the issue....on their perceived hate and race! Basically, the people are revolting and are doing what it takes to go on air to face these conserative hosts.

My suggestion, do not shy away, listen and call in....be smart enough to not disclose which side you support or your views on an issue until you go live!

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By . Nov 7th 2008 at 8:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:58 pm EST)

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Re: Conservative Radio 6.30 AM | Report to Admin

By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 8:58 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:58 pm EST)

And what would you know about a mature, intellectual mind???? Please!!!

Re: Conservative Radio 6.30 AM | Report to Admin

By Strong Heart Nov 7th 2008 at 9:03 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:03 pm EST)

In case you didn't notice were Blue Bloods from the Can Clan, Warriors of Change!!!

How Long... | Report to Admin

By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 7th 2008 at 9:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:12 pm EST)

...have you been afraid of whatever it is that apparently has you so scared that you can not even express yourself without calling others names? You have fear, hatred and distain all over you; it must be a heavy burden to carry. You need to let all of that go; you are wasting your precious life.

Re: Conservative Radio 6.30 AM | Report to Admin

By Helped turn VA Blue...Now Craving for a Blue Texas! Nov 7th 2008 at 9:14 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:14 pm EST)

You are very predictable. See the hate you are spewing in defense of the conservative radio hosts? Despite all the hate, the voters did not pay attention! They and YOU are what you are!

Re: Conservative Radio 6.30 AM | Report to Admin

By Bola from South Elgin, IL Nov 7th 2008 at 9:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:16 pm EST)

I GUESS YOU ARE THE BLACK SHHEEP IN YOUR FAMILY, WHY ARE YOU FULL OF HATERED BASTARD

Yes we did | Report to Admin

By Bola from South Elgin, IL Nov 7th 2008 at 8:42 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:42 pm EST)

Congratulation all! Thank God who made it happen.We will live to enjoy the goodness in Jesus name. Amen.I pray for optimum health, wisdom, mental clarity and a political prosperity for President Barak Obama and for His protection as you have seek this new post. And it shall come to pass. Amen

Re: Yes we did | Report to Admin

By Doris from MD Nov 7th 2008 at 8:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:48 pm EST)

Amen.

:) | Report to Admin

By Justin Wilkins Nov 7th 2008 at 8:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:43 pm EST)

:)

Committee to Re-elect? | Report to Admin

By Robert & Amy from Noblesville, IN Nov 7th 2008 at 8:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:44 pm EST)

"Shake my hand...we just formed the committee to re-elect the president."

Re: Committee to Re-elect? | Report to Admin

By Canucklehead Nov 7th 2008 at 10:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:07 pm EST)

Count me in!!!

YESSSSSSSSS | Report to Admin

By Mary Bailey Nov 7th 2008 at 8:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:47 pm EST)

YESSS, THANK YOU MAYBE I CAN SLEEP TONIGHT..
I'M REALLY TO GO FORWARD WE CAN DO THIS.....
MARY THE CARPENTER

Peace Corps. | Report to Admin

By Daniel from Milwaukee, WI Nov 7th 2008 at 8:47 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:47 pm EST)

I like the idea of joining the peace corps for college tuition - that's awesome. How about making a Peace corps for here at home, in the US? Or, is that essentially one of the goals of the regular Peace Corps? We shoud seriously help out the islands who jsut got wiped out by the hurricane - 30 people'kids died in a collapsed school, just like China. Seriously, we could build hurricane and landslide proof houses for these people. Visit domesfortheworld.com and check it out for yourselves. I can see this website being put to great use in the future for mobilizing our nation to get involved to help people, both in the US, and outside the US. WE are going to restore our image around the world. A black man just got elected President - we can do ANYTHING!

Re: Peace Corps. | Report to Admin

By vchild Nov 7th 2008 at 9:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:11 pm EST)

There used to be such an organization: VISTA (Volunteers In Service To America)

Re: Peace Corps. | Report to Admin

By Jeanne, "who volunteers at the pleasure of the President" in Eugene, Oregon Nov 7th 2008 at 9:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:19 pm EST)

Here's the link to Americorp's website:

Link

Restore America's Economy | Report to Admin

By David Higdon Nov 7th 2008 at 8:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:49 pm EST)

We need a program to allow US Companies - and many are in trouble to "bid" on new projects to re-build America's infrastructure vs putting billions into failed legacy business - example:

The US could use a high speed train from NYC to Washington, DC, - alternatively a route from Detroit to Cleveland to Chicago. Routes from Boston to NYC, a route possibly E/W from North Carolina thru Atlanta thru the South to the West coast. Possibly Atlanta to Florida. - You get the idea.
This would:
1- put people in America across all disciplines, and geographic state locations to work
2- put US companies - including GM, Ford, Chrysler, GE, CAT, CMI,John Deere,DuPont,US Steel, Construction Design firms and Civil Engineers etc to work ( no foreign companies bid )
3- bids awarded to "many" companies - no exclusive wins.
4- trigger new supply lines and new suppliers
5- Uniquely add to the solution of an Energy crisis, and the reduction on our consumption of oil.
6- Help support Real Estate as land would need to be acquired by the Federal Govt.

This would help high population states and cities where we will be facing looming unemployement, and bring an additional transportation mechanism to rural and western states, with lower populations. This would also allow US Companies and labor to transition away from losing business, to a better status and the restoration of the "New" American way of life.

Bottomline - "Yes We Can"

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By ShellySong♫ Live Life To The Fullest♫ Nov 7th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST)

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By Obama Mamacita! Nov 7th 2008 at 9:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:18 pm EST)

It's stinks around here. Where is that stench coming from?

President Obama....wow that sounds so great!

Yahoo!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By RedErika Nov 7th 2008 at 8:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:50 pm EST)

Cant wait to get going again! What an honor and true privilege it is to have this community network. WE will remake this nation. And WE will change the world. Thanks to Barack, Michelle, David Plouffe, David Axelrod and the GREAT campaign HQ staff!!! And a special thanks to all the millions out there. This is the beginning.

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By kandy cane Nov 7th 2008 at 9:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:00 pm EST)

WE ARE THE ONES WE HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR!
CHANGE HAS COME TO AMERICA! THANK YOU, PRESIDENT ELECT OBAMA, AND VICE PRESIDENT ELECT, BIDEN!
NOW LET'S GET TO WORK!!

Idea for New Blog Era | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Nov 7th 2008 at 8:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:50 pm EST)

Hi!

I know we're all excited and relieved that the Blog will continue! Yay Bloggers! I'm always reading, not posting.

Maybe we could work together to get a sincere request through to HQ about their ability to moderate the trolls.

At least one other person suggested already that we could have the type of system used by Digg or YouTube. I really like this idea for these reasons:

** young people view the site (and whether or not they are supervised by parents, they shouldn't have to sift through the hateful and disgusting comments that have been posted and are continuing - we know how sometimes they remain for hours before being deleted by admin.)

** supporters and decent citizens, regardless of who they support, come here for information and networking (not to be verbally assaulted)

** the click/voting system works to hide the comment until the time admin. has a chance to review it (this way, trolls can't delete legitimate posts and legitimate concerns can't be deleted by those who may want only really supportive things posted - it's up to admin., but at least we get a say in which posts are seriously offensive)

I have always thought that HQ does have someone(s) reading these blogs for various reasons (message/data/security/pulse/e tc.). It's in their interest to do so. It was nice to here Mr. President Elect Obama refer to us today! :)

Maybe if we had our own little petition and make it stand out visually on the blog page or send it in multiples to "contact us" we would get a direct response.

What do you think?

Thanks!

Obama wins electoral vote in Nebraska | Report to Admin

By KenHussein supporting President Obama Nov 7th 2008 at 8:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:52 pm EST)

November 7th
"For the first time ever, a blue circle will appear in Nebraska on national electoral maps.

Barack ObamaDemocrat Barack Obama won the Omaha-based 2nd Congressional District on Friday, scooping up one of the state's five electoral votes.

In the process, he made history and shone the spotlight on Nebraska's unusual electoral college system.

Obama won 8,434 of 15,039 mail-in ballots counted Friday by Douglas County election officials. These early ballots arrived in the election commissioner's office too late to be included in Tuesday's election results".

Link

Re: Obama wins electoral vote in Nebraska | Report to Admin

By meta Nov 7th 2008 at 9:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:05 pm EST)

One voice can change a room. And if it can change a room, it can change a city. And if it can change a city, it can change a state.

The movement moves on | Report to Admin

By Helen Nov 7th 2008 at 8:54 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:54 pm EST)

I am thrilled that this website will live on. At first, I thought that when the election was over, I would no longer be involved, so to speak. But it is up to all of us to help President Obama implement the change we all campaigned so hard for. All the people I met working on this campaign agree and we have already scheduled events!

I would love to see a DVD of the blog for the time before Nov. 4.

Re: The movement moves on | Report to Admin

By Waterdoc Nov 7th 2008 at 10:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:13 pm EST)

Helen, and I'll make it short, as I am floating all over this site looking at comments.

A dvd would be great, but I don't think that this will ever happen. The dvd lies between your ears like mine, and you will download this to your younger family and generations.

We were there. We got involved. Hence we, the people and the voice of Ameica was heard.

Hows that for a dvd????

Sarah Palin is weird | Report to Admin

By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 7th 2008 at 8:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:55 pm EST)

What the heck is she talking about? I'm watching Keith O, and my goodness, this woman just talks and talks and talks about nothing.

So bizarre.

Re: Sarah Palin is weird | Report to Admin

By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 9:03 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:03 pm EST)

Let's just count our blessings that she is not one heart beat away from the Presidency.

Re: Sarah Palin is weird | Report to Admin

By bill berry Nov 7th 2008 at 11:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:21 pm EST)

She keeps talking about the media it was fox news her best friends during the election who put the truth out about her she pissed off fox now who will she turn to now no other station cares about her.

left out of the celebration | Report to Admin

By Martha from West Monroe, LA Nov 7th 2008 at 8:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 8:59 pm EST)

only the scalperss can get a ticket to a ball
What happened to the people who where there in the beginning. Same old polictics as usual

Re: left out of the celebration | Report to Admin

By Tracy in CT Nov 7th 2008 at 9:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:02 pm EST)

Martha, You should contact your congress people to try to get tickets. Anyone selling tickets is doing so illegally.

Yeah - some more good news!!!! | Report to Admin

By sUSAn Nov 7th 2008 at 9:01 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:01 pm EST)

Glad to read the site is staying up. The possibilities of tremendous good coming from this site are endless. Sharing knowledge is what keeps up moving forward and saves lives-

Link

Peace - sUSAn

Re: Yeah - some more good news!!!! | Report to Admin

By Rick from Morgan Hill, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 9:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:05 pm EST)

He is a liar, he and McCain agreed to take public financing, the Obama renigged once McCain had already agreed to no fund Raising... Obama has no Integrity...

Re: Yeah - some more good news!!!! | Report to Admin

By Stan Z- Christian-President Obama Knows His Stuff Nov 7th 2008 at 10:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:34 pm EST)

Obama agreed to be willing to accept public financing. What good is the deal when the RNC raised 130 million more than the DNC? Independent groups could spend countless millions more for McCain. The system is fake and flawed. Your argument is fake and flawed.

Re: OT: | Report to Admin

By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Nov 7th 2008 at 9:07 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:07 pm EST)

ATTENTION FELLOW BLOGGERS:

There is a BIG chance that Sarah Palin will run for the U.S. Senate once Senator Stevens is "removed".

OMG!!!!!!!!!! WHY!!!!!!!!!

But then again,picture Sarah Palin in the U.S. Senate.....

Re: OT: | Report to Admin

By . Nov 7th 2008 at 9:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:15 pm EST)

...Yes I saw this coming 2 months ago...

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By cindy from tucson Nov 7th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST)

I'm not worried...Palin in the Senate will be a huge learning curve for her...and her Pizza manager will still be in Wasilla! (got that Sarah...we know about him!)

Re: OT: | Report to Admin

By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Nov 7th 2008 at 9:26 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:26 pm EST)

Cindy,

Don't leave us hanging,who is the "Pizza Manager"??

Re: OT: | Report to Admin

By Connie from Newberry, SC Nov 7th 2008 at 9:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:48 pm EST)

Rick, The republicans have been lying for 8 years and nobody had anything to say. Now what????

Our Obama | Report to Admin

By Rick from Morgan Hill, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 9:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:05 pm EST)

He is a liar, he and McCain agreed to take public financing, the Obama renigged once McCain had already agreed to no fund Raising... Obama has no Integrity...

... | Report to Admin

By . Nov 7th 2008 at 9:09 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:09 pm EST)

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Re: Our Obama | Report to Admin

By Czarina rhiannon hussein aka le chat Nov 7th 2008 at 9:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:10 pm EST)

If you can't spell it, you probably shouldn't be discussing it or commenting on it.

Re: Our Obama | Report to Admin

By Czarina rhiannon hussein aka le chat Nov 7th 2008 at 9:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:10 pm EST)

If you can't spell it, you probably shouldn't be discussing it or commenting on it.

Re: Our Obama | Report to Admin

By vchild Nov 7th 2008 at 9:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:15 pm EST)

He won't even know which word he misspelled. . . The misspelling may even have a Freudian aspect to it. . .

Re: Our Obama | Report to Admin

By Czarina rhiannon hussein aka le chat Nov 7th 2008 at 9:20 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:20 pm EST)

Yeah, I know. I noticed that immediately.

Re: Our Obama | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 7th 2008 at 9:22 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:22 pm EST)

A lot of nutjobs on the blogs today........

Re: Our Obama | Report to Admin

By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 7th 2008 at 9:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:33 pm EST)

They are bored and confused. I would be too after the butt kicking they got on Tuesday.

Re: Our Obama | Report to Admin

By Aging Radical Nov 7th 2008 at 10:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:10 pm EST)

Speaking of nut jobs, what happened to Seeker from La Cross? Does he have some shame after all?

Re: Our Obama | Report to Admin

By Bon Nov 7th 2008 at 9:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:48 pm EST)

Rick,

1. If you were smart, you'd check the facts before you post. This has been discussed many times before.

2. If you were smart, you'd Google the original form (IT'S VERY EASY TO FIND) that PRESIDENT-ELECT OBAMA filled out regarding Public Financing. This is the form that created the so-called promise.

3. If you were smart, you'd read that form and you'd clearly see that accepting P.F. was contingent upon certain "conditions."

4. If you were mart, you'd already know that those conditions were that the presumptive republican nominee with agree to have the 527's and RNC expenditure arm "stand down."

5. If you were smart, you'd know that your candidate John McCain chose not to have them stand down, said he couldn't control them and couldn't be responsible to "watch everything they might run on TV" when the Obama campaign approached his campaign.

6. And if you were REALLY smart, you'd realize that John McCain and his people actually VOIDED the deal by NOT controlling the GOP/RNC/527.

APPARENTLY, YOU'RE NOT THAT SMART.

Re: Our Obama | Report to Admin

By Hussein, the comicbook czar Nov 7th 2008 at 11:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:49 pm EST)

"renigged"?!?!?!

ROTFL!!!

Re: Our Obama | Report to Admin

By Rob from Arlington, VA Nov 8th 2008 at 2:18 pm EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 2:18 pm EST)

Rick,

We intend to listen to all Americans, but we expect you to get your facts straight and to refrain from making distorted and unfounded accusations. There are plenty of folks who voted for McCain who are expressing their concerns to us in a sensible manner, and those are the McCain supporters who will have some real influence on how things are done. On the other hand, those who rant mindlessly will simply be judged to be flakes. Get it?

Rob

Obama's other jobs offer | Report to Admin

By Karen from NJ for OBAMA...Looking to the future!! Obama/Biden in the White House '08-12! Nov 7th 2008 at 9:10 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:10 pm EST)

Friday’s gloomy jobs report notwithstanding, there is at least one organization in America that is hiring. It’s a brand new startup, located in Washington, D.C.

You might have heard of it — it’s called the Obama-Biden administration.

The Web site for the presidential transition — aptly named change.gov — went live on Thursday and includes an online form that applicants can use to express their interest in a position with the new administration.

The Obama team would not say how many people have filed an application using the site so far. And, of course, there are those, who need not apply online. (Think Representative Rahm Emanuel of Illinois who accepted a very public offer to be Mr. Obama’s chief of staff.)

The site notes: “Some positions will require Senate confirmation while others will not. Some appointments will be made during the transition process and others during the early part of the new Administration.”

The transition Web site also features a page titled “An American Moment” that invites people to share their favorite stories from the campaign and send in their ideas for the policies they want the new administration to begin working on right away. There is also a blog as well as issues and biographical pages.

And, if you want one of those coveted administration posts, act fast. A countdown clock on the site notes: 74 days until the inauguration.

Hello Obama Landers! | Report to Admin

By Megan in Northwest Indiana Nov 7th 2008 at 9:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:11 pm EST)

2005: Barack Obama roasts Rahm Emanuel
Link

Re: Hello Obama Landers! | Report to Admin

By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Nov 7th 2008 at 9:49 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:49 pm EST)

That was funny. I think he realizes that Rahm is best to be on your side, rather than on the outside.

Re: Hello Obama Landers! | Report to Admin

By RK Nov 8th 2008 at 7:01 am EST (Updated Nov 8th 2008 at 7:01 am EST)

This is so funny. I never knew that Rahm trained as a ballet dancer. It seems so strange that he graduated with a Speech and Language masters and seems to have are reputation for anger and swearing alot. Hopefully he won't be influencing Obama to change his language - I still want Obama to be eloquent.

I think Rahm looks a bit like George Clooney.

Idea for New Blog Era | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Nov 7th 2008 at 9:12 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:12 pm EST)

Hi!

I know we're all excited and relieved that the Blog will continue! Yay Bloggers! I'm always reading, not posting.

Maybe we could work together to get a sincere request through to HQ about their ability to moderate the trolls.

At least one other person suggested already that we could have the type of system used by Digg or YouTube. I really like this idea for these reasons:

** young people view the site (and whether or not they are supervised by parents, they shouldn't have to sift through the hateful and disgusting comments that have been posted and are continuing - we know how sometimes they remain for hours before being deleted by admin.)

** supporters and decent citizens, regardless of who they support, come here for information and networking (not to be verbally assaulted)

** the click/voting system works to hide the comment until the time admin. has a chance to review it (this way, trolls can't delete legitimate posts and legitimate concerns can't be deleted by those who may want only really supportive things posted - it's up to admin., but at least we get a say in which posts are seriously offensive)

I have always thought that HQ does have someone(s) reading these blogs for various reasons (message/data/security/pulse/e tc.). It's in their interest to do so. It was nice to here Mr. President Elect Obama refer to us today! :)

Maybe if we had our own little petition and make it stand out visually on the blog page or send it in multiples to "contact us" we would get a direct response.

What do you think?

Thanks!

Re: Idea for New Blog Era | Report to Admin

By Czarina rhiannon hussein aka le chat Nov 7th 2008 at 9:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:19 pm EST)

I agree. I'm not very tech savvy compared to most of you but I definitely would like to cut down on the hatred and ignorance expressed by those who are not on board to support P-E Obama and move this country forward. I'm beyond sick of their nonsense.

Barack Obama History Video Gallary | Report to Admin

By Rene-who chooses to HopeNotHype ....Hype Got us Into This Mess but Hope will Bring Us Out... Nov 7th 2008 at 9:13 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:13 pm EST)

Link

Videos Featuring: Narated history including a baby picture of him along with some youth and family pictures with narated history

Re: BREAKING NEWS!!!! | Report to Admin

By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Nov 7th 2008 at 9:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:19 pm EST)

RACHAEL MADDOW SHOW:

THERE MAY BE A "TWO DOG STRATEGY" coming to the white house!!!!!

Stay Tuned!!!!

Great News | Report to Admin

By Nance Cedar Nov 7th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:17 pm EST)

I'm really glad to hear this. If we are all going to fulfill the promise of this election, we need to stay in touch.

Volunteers | Report to Admin

By MarySox Nov 7th 2008 at 9:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:19 pm EST)

I know many people who want to volunteer in their community retired, unemployed, college students. It's very difficult in larger cities to find organizations to volunteer and as some corporations and governments get larger there seems to be a loss of resources for these volunteers to connect with businesses (it's easier in small towns). I think there might be alot of people wanting to volunteer and not know how. I found this website really easy to connect to and donate and volunteer. I think if everyone did a little volunteering in some way it would be great.

No Withdrawal | Report to Admin

By Monica Nov 7th 2008 at 9:19 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:19 pm EST)

I am an Obamian. President Obama was the first candidate I ever donated to, made calls for, talked to people about and on and on.....
I've always spent time reading these blogs but this is my first time posting.

Yes, I AM glad it's staying!!!!!

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By Ethel Nov 7th 2008 at 9:53 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:53 pm EST)

Welcome Monica

Tears to Remember... | Report to Admin

By Karen from NJ for OBAMA...Looking to the future!! Obama/Biden in the White House '08-12! Nov 7th 2008 at 9:22 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:22 pm EST)

Colin Powell did not dance for joy over Obama’s victory; he wept.

“Look what we did. Look what we did,” he said, puffy-faced, red-eyed, fighting back more tears on CNN. “He’s won. It’s over.”

David Dinkins was similarly solemn. “Things do change. There is a God. They do get better,” said the mayor who presided over New York City at a time of toxic racial tensions.

Obama, too, resisted giddy gladness on Tuesday night. But he did proclaim an end to the world as we’ve known it for far too long.

“To those who would tear the world down: we will defeat you,” he promised. “This is our moment. This is our time.”

Two images will forever stay in my mind to mark this epoch-breaking Election Day. One is that of Jesse Jackson’s face, drenched in tears, in Chicago’s Grant Park on Tuesday evening.

And the other is a photo that ran in The Times on Wednesday. In it, a black mother and daughter sit on the floor of a church in Harlem. The mother, Latrice Barnes, having heard of Obama’s victory, is doubled up in tears; her daughter, Jasmine, is reaching a tentative hand up to soothe her. To me, she looks like the future, reaching out to heal the past.
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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Nov 7th 2008 at 9:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:48 pm EST)

Condi even nearly cried on camera. I missed Powell's reaction, but how could anyone be anything other than awestruck?

i've been talking to a few friends....we still haven't gotten over the shock.

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By ♥ Tanya ♥ Nov 7th 2008 at 11:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 11:00 pm EST)

Karen - Thank you for posting this link. It's an incredible article. Made me cry again. I thought I was done with the tears! :o)

Use the base to ward off the coming attacks | Report to Admin

By Anshu from San Francisco, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 9:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:23 pm EST)

This community will be there for our young president when the inevitable attacks start flowing.

Direct us, use us to fight the smears.

Go President-elect! Our president!

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By meta Nov 7th 2008 at 9:23 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:23 pm EST)

Pardon me, but I think some of us could use a good laugh:

"On top of the $150,000 first outlined in Federal Election Commission filings, Palin spent "tens of thousands of dollars" on additional clothing, makeup and jewelry for herself and her family, including $40,000 in luxury goods for her husband, Todd, our colleague Michael Shear reports. The campaign was charged for silk boxer shorts, spray tanners and 13 suitcases to carry all the designer clothes, according to two GOP insiders."

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 9:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:31 pm EST)

well, thank goodness that luggage just got grounded.

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By Bon Nov 7th 2008 at 9:52 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:52 pm EST)

RE: spray tanners

Evidently, they just love being tan up there in Alaska.

I'd really love to know who paid for that tanning bed in the Governor's Mansion up there. Knowing how she/he/they spent $$$ on the campaign trail, I'd bet my last dollar that she did not pay the $35,000 for that tanning bed.

Future web communications | Report to Admin

By Greg Sleter Nov 7th 2008 at 9:25 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:25 pm EST)

I had heard that there was another web site established as a way of staying touch with President-elect Obama and VP-elect Biden. Is this true? If so, what is the new site?

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By ken matthews who believes change is coming to America Nov 7th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST)

Change.Gov

www.change.gov

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By Lace; Yes We Did Nov 7th 2008 at 9:31 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:31 pm EST)

www.change.gov

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By marti Nov 7th 2008 at 9:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:36 pm EST)

I am excited about it...learn, share, be included...love it!

Graham: Tainted GOP lost to Obama's positive view | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 7th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST)

Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham said Friday the GOP lost the White House because the party was tainted by corruption, overspending and "sometimes came across as a bunch of grumpy old men."

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By Anshu from San Francisco, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 9:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:34 pm EST)

Oh really, I hadn't noticed the "old" part ;-)

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Nov 7th 2008 at 9:46 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:46 pm EST)

HA!

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By Canucklehead Nov 7th 2008 at 10:16 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:16 pm EST)

Not to mention a minor correction in the markets due to slight deficiencies in Reagan's voodoo economics and the GOP's determination that, as the market is inherently ominicient, it follows that is must be made omnipotent.

I wonder how that's working out for him....

They tried to do what? | Report to Admin

By Karen from NJ for OBAMA...Looking to the future!! Obama/Biden in the White House '08-12! Nov 7th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:30 pm EST)

Keep Your Euphoria to Yourself, Soldier
In a stroke of self-satire, Pentagon officials tried to block Stars and Stripes — the military’s respected independent newspaper — from covering the troops’ plain and honest reactions to the election night news about their new commander in chief. The Department of Defense once again made news by smothering news.

The boneheaded muzzling of the newspaper, which is protected by First Amendment guarantees against editorial interference, barred reporters assigned to do simple color stories from the public areas of military bases in order to “avoid engaging in activities that could associate the Department with any partisan election.”

Partisan? By that rationale, the civilian news media’s coverage of the spontaneous celebrations across the land on Tuesday night was an act of journalistic bias. It’s ludicrous that Pentagon brass feared men and women in uniform might be caught smiling, frowning or variously exclaiming “Whoopee!” or “Rats!” at voting results from the democracy they defend with their lives.

The good news is that Stars and Stripes found commanders in the Middle East and Europe that ignored the foolish directive, as if it were a premise for a “M*A*S*H” episode. When other commanders clamped down in Japan and South Korea, the paper properly took the ban as illegal under longstanding Congressional and military policies. Its reporters did their jobs until forced to stop.

By law, troops are allowed to express their political opinions in a nonofficial capacity. These days, they do so nonstop by name in blogs and newspaper letters. Even so, a Pentagon spokesman told the newspaper there’s no obligation to “assist with a story that chips away at the fundamental apolitical nature of the military.”

Inane is more apt than apolitical. The Pentagon should retreat from its head-in-the-sand posturing.

Link

Change | Report to Admin

By Strong Heart Nov 7th 2008 at 9:33 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:33 pm EST)

We have Smart Bombs and Dumb Wars. Shouldn’t our Wars at least be as smart as our bombs???

Thank you for the great news!! | Report to Admin

By MJ Nov 7th 2008 at 9:34 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:34 pm EST)

Now that we have become involved with our govt. I am so happy to hear that we will be able to follow the progress. Previously, I have been involved in citizens groups lobbying for causes and it works so much better when you have a group of people who all believe in a cause.

I am so excited.

OUT of MANY, ONE........ | Report to Admin

By Alejandro from Los Angeles, CA Nov 7th 2008 at 9:36 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:36 pm EST)

YES.......lets keep this movement going.......our president-elect barack obama..........will continue to need our efforts........we are ONE.........

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By V-Day Nov 7th 2008 at 9:48 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:48 pm EST)

" To become conscious of this power is to become a 'live wire.' The Universe is a live wire. It carries power sufficient to meet every situation in the life of every individual. When the individual mind touches the Universal Mind, it receives all its power"

Charles Haanel ( 1866-1949)

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By Citizen Can Nov 7th 2008 at 10:11 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:11 pm EST)

I agree with you both.

Our opponent didn't realize that:
God can't be enslaved; God can’t be corralled onto a reservation; God can’t be tricked into a faulty mortgage; God's phone can’t be tapped;
God's resources can’t be controlled;
God can’t be bombed; God can’t be cajoled to hate, for "GOD IS LOVE"; God can’t be denied the right to exist, for "GOD IS"; but most of all,
God can’t be divided or conquered,
for "GOD IS ONE" !

And Another Thing... | Report to Admin

By Jayzee Nov 7th 2008 at 9:41 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:41 pm EST)

Hi Fellow Bloggers,

I'm traveling from DC back to Indy and collecting all of the papers that I can find along the way. I find much enthusiasm, excitement and anticipation among people we meet as we travel back home. Many are still tired from Tuesday night- and even more so from the 21 months of involvement, hope, encouragement, work, volunteering, contributing, teaching, and praying!

When I came on the blog tonight I was so PLEASED to hear that the site will remain. It's good to know that I can check in from time to time, get information, support, and share events that have touched my spirit.

I am also surprised to see that the trolls remain with us. I guess I thought they'd go away after the election was over and they lost. What was I thinking??? I guess they're here to dampen our spirits - if we let them. I encourage all to ignore them. Perhaps lack of response will discourage their participation here.

I'm working on inauguration ball tickets... Wish me luck. There's nothing I'd like more than to dance at President Obama's party!

Jayzee - in Pennsylvania tonight - collecting front pages

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By Waterdoc Nov 7th 2008 at 10:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:02 pm EST)

Trolls ain't gonna go away! They are PO'd!
I have a GOP neighbor that still refuses to shake my hand, and waits to say Ha, Ha! like the shoe will drop!
Not this time!, Not now!

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By Jayzee Nov 7th 2008 at 10:15 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:15 pm EST)

Hi Waterdoc,

I guess you're right. I have seen some people who are quite subdued - during my travels. I haven't paid much attention because I have been so full of joy. I suspect that the blog represents the real world - and I need to remember - that there are a LOT of unhappy people.

But as for me- you'd think I just won the lottery... In fact- it feels like the world just won the lottery. I'm so excited - I just can't hide it...

Jayzee- having trouble containing herself

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By Waterdoc Nov 7th 2008 at 10:21 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:21 pm EST)

And isn't this such a nice feeling to have, given what is happening to this country, and nothing that can be done until, 1/20/09?

Let Us Begin in Earnest | Report to Admin

By Farnham Nov 7th 2008 at 9:43 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:43 pm EST)

As a member of the new 60's generation, I am again energized by this campaign, and amazed by the result that we have witnessed. As a technology professional, I celebrate the Obama organization's use of the Web 2.0 technology and Social Networking to build a very strong infrastructure. That this site will continue is yet another transformation from the legacy campaigns of the past.

Now we must take the next steps to take this transformation to Gov 2.0 and Politics 2.0 and Eco 2.0 to change the fabric of American culture and policy. The next 4 years will be hard, but if we apply the innovative thinking that has resulted in this victory, we can do much to take this paradigm to a much more important result.

RealityChex.com | Report to Admin

By Marie from Fort Myers, FL Nov 7th 2008 at 9:44 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:44 pm EST)

It's Friday night -- one of the best times for some Obama Zydeco on RealityChex.com at the Link (upper right column) -- Oui, on peut!

Obama Wins The World Responds.. | Report to Admin

By Karen from NJ for OBAMA...Looking to the future!! Obama/Biden in the White House '08-12! Nov 7th 2008 at 9:50 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:50 pm EST)

Listeners worldwide share their reactions to Obama's victory and talk about their hopes and anxieties for the future.

Guests:

Desmond Tutu, South-African cleric and anti-apartheid activist; winner of the 1984 Nobel Peace Prize

Hanan Ashrawi, legislator and chairperson of the Executive Committee for The Palestinian Initiative for the Promotion of Global Dialogue & Democracy

Natan Sharansky, former Soviet dissident and human rights activist, chairman of the Shalem Center's Institute for Strategic Studies
Link

Ted Koppel, NPR senior news analyst

wow! | Report to Admin

By Arlene in Maine Nov 7th 2008 at 9:55 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:55 pm EST)

Is it just me, or am I seeing many many many new names on this blog??? If so, that's absolutely fabulous. I have felt at such loose ends the past few days, not knowing what to write, yet having so many feelings...looking for familiar "faces"...sensing the change in our own little blogosphere rhythm here. It's all good!...but what an adjustment to be on the other side of the wall we've all been breaking down and finally broke through on Tuesday. I'm still shaking off the dust and debris!!!... :D

Congratulations!!!! | Report to Admin

By Itzel Nov 7th 2008 at 9:56 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:56 pm EST)

congratulatios !!!!from Costa Rica ....El Presidente Obama es una persona que inspira a realizar hasta los sueños más inalcanzables!!!! Sí se puede!!! we can!!!

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By Canucklehead Nov 7th 2008 at 10:57 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:57 pm EST)

Gracias!

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By M+J from Durham, NC Nov 7th 2008 at 9:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:59 pm EST)

As parents also please think about organic farms more than cars. Healthy water with out chemicals for our childrens sake. Abuse in manufactured foods and a huge 30% increase in kidney stones in children shows we can not waste time in this. Food is more important than cars. MELIMINE!!!thevenusproject.com is a way when all else is left belly up by Jan. My family has had many small businesses and it no longer can keep a healthy mind, body, family. Breaking even and no time does not help our future grow up. We have children and foodstamps gave us ONLY $350 a month for a family of 5. Could you support your families health on $350 a month? so America needs to care about the people and we only need food, shelter and water FIRST!I hope you can help - our power was cut off this week w/3 kids in the house and we can not get an appt. for assistance till Nov. 13th this is a VERY BAD SYSTEM! We believe in a better way! Lets work as one and get rid of the steps and flags of seperation. Convert unused land and parks to food gardens before ALL the small farms are dead and gone that can not compete with the poison and gmos of big farm corporations and ethanol. HEEEEEELLLLLLLLLLLLLLPPPPPPPPP we are many and growing everyday!!!!! I would love to give you a real view on the 30 somethings that put our children first befofe slave labor for morally currupt jobs like fast food and gas statio jobs. We are killing humans bodies and spirits. Am i suppose to tell my children to love all living things as I let them know even flame retartans on their pillows are poisoning them? You have ALOT to get back for THE PEOPLE!

Saturday Radio Address | Report to Admin

By Morgan in Seattle..... ¨ ¨°º¤ ★ Yes We Did! ★ ¤º°¨ ¨ Nov 7th 2008 at 9:59 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 9:59 pm EST)

I look forward to °º¤ ★ President Obamas ★ ¤º° first radio address.

I hope they will provide a live link on both of the websites.

Still soaring high because...

¨°º¤ Yes
¨°º¤ We
¨°º¤ Did!

Hooray! | Report to Admin

By Karen from Vt Nov 7th 2008 at 10:00 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:00 pm EST)

I am so glad that this site will still be here for us to support our community and our country!!

KEEP THE COMMUNICATION GOING!!! | Report to Admin

By Elizabeth from Fredericksburg, VA Nov 7th 2008 at 10:02 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:02 pm EST)

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE keep the text messaging and communication flowing like through the campaign. If everyone is "in the loop" with major events in our country and around the world that happen in Congress and in the Presidency, it would be so empowering. Instead of having to go to CNN or MSNBC to find out what happened that day, I can get text messages and email about items in Congress that apply to everyone. I am sad that I open up my email and there are no messages to read. BRING IT BACK!!!!!!!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Nov 7th 2008 at 10:08 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:08 pm EST)

I agree Elizabeth!

Hugs to you!

Smile Jesus Loves You :-)

DELIGHTED! | Report to Admin

By Christine from Boulder, CO Nov 7th 2008 at 10:05 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:05 pm EST)

I was telling my husband that the Obama internet would live on during President-Elect Obama's tenure as president. Too rich of a resource to end. Looking VERY forward to a place to find information, and a way to stay ACTIVE, accurate, and involved with the community, and our amazing new president and first family.

A Night to Remember: Video Highlights of Tuesday's Election Night | Report to Admin

By Darlene from Mundelein, IL Nov 7th 2008 at 10:06 pm EST (Updated Nov 7th 2008 at 10:06 pm EST)

Link

Amen |

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