We need a President who will fight to give every child a world-class education. And Barack Obama has been fighting for children since he was a community organizer more than 20 years ago. We need a President who will restore our commitment to civil rights and equality. And Barack Obama has brought the Bill of Rights alive by teaching constitutional law and practicing as a civil rights lawyer.We need a President who will end the war in Iraq. And Barack Obama is the person to do it because he had the courage and judgment to oppose this war from day one. So when the Democratic Party holds its convention here in Denver this summer, I hope we nominate the candidate who stands for the future of our party and the future of this country – Barack Obama. It is time for a President who understands that his responsibility is to articulate a vision and inspire all of us to achieve it...who appeals to the hopes of those who still believe in the American Dream, and those around the world who still believe in the American ideal.
We need a President who will fight to give every child a world-class education. And Barack Obama has been fighting for children since he was a community organizer more than 20 years ago. We need a President who will restore our commitment to civil rights and equality. And Barack Obama has brought the Bill of Rights alive by teaching constitutional law and practicing as a civil rights lawyer.
We need a President who will end the war in Iraq. And Barack Obama is the person to do it because he had the courage and judgment to oppose this war from day one. So when the Democratic Party holds its convention here in Denver this summer, I hope we nominate the candidate who stands for the future of our party and the future of this country – Barack Obama. It is time for a President who understands that his responsibility is to articulate a vision and inspire all of us to achieve it...who appeals to the hopes of those who still believe in the American Dream, and those around the world who still believe in the American ideal.
The crowd rose to their feet and cheered.
Barack took the stage to enthusiastic applause.
I want to give a shout out to everyone who's still outside...everyone who's in the overflow...
He spoke about the future, about the Democratic Party gathering here in Denver in seven months to nominate our candidate.
This city, built at the base of the Rocky Mountains stands as a monument to a uniquely American belief...the story of America leads West, it is a story of ideals that know no boundaries...Seven months from now, one of us will stand in that convention hall and give voice to the hopes not just of Democrats, but of all Americans. In six days Colorado, you will get a chance to choose who that voice will be. You get to choose who will build a new majority...to win in November, but also to transform our country for decades to come.
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The real choice in this election...is about the past versus the future.
Over and over again during Barack's remarks the crowd rose to their feet and erupted in applause, and towards the end they started chanting "Yes We Can" in between his statements, and when they concluded, everyone stood up again to for a standing ovation.It's time for change. Our moment is now. Colorado: click here to find your caucus location.
For pictures, including of Denver Bronco Rod Smith, click here. Later on, visit co.barackobama.com for some reporting on our Colorado precinct captain strategy session that starts right now.
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