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By Megan in Northwest Indiana Aug 14th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT)

he he

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By Meri Who Loves Writing Haiku About Barack Aug 14th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT)

Congrats! Donate?

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By Meri Who Loves Writing Haiku About Barack Aug 14th 2008 at 7:19 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:19 pm EDT)

haiku, too :)

Evening Links | Report to Admin

By Celtic Aug 14th 2008 at 7:34 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:34 pm EDT)

PIC- Relaxed Obama moment Link

VIDEO- Baracky II Link

"Left Behind" Authors: Obama Not Antichrist Link

Senseless Veep Speculation of the Day Link

Bill Kristol stands by his story: Colin Powell will endorse Obama Link

Obama Tests Waters With Late-Night Informercial Link
Hillary's name to be placed into nomination at convention Link
Overseas Troops Backing Obama Link
VIDEO- Best Anti McCain Ad So Far-Approval Ratings: The Public v. McCain Link
Firefighters union back Obama Link
VIDEO- One Tough Anti McCain Ad Link
VIDEO- Obama visits Punchbowl to pay respects at grandfather's gravesite Link
VIDEO- Obama Has Special "Indiana Only" Ad Link
VIDEO- Larry King Live- "Obama Nation" Author VS Media Matter's Waldman Link
VIDEO- Do You Trust John McCain? Link
Ohio voting law may be a boon for Obama supporters Link
McCain surrogate/lobbyist wraps gifts in money Link
The Tale Of Hillary And The Democratic Convention Link

Obama airplane incident much more serious than reported | Report to Admin

By Celtic Aug 14th 2008 at 9:04 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:04 pm EDT)

Obama airplane incident much more serious than reported Link

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By Sandra in PA, blogging here since day one and volunteering for BO since he announced his candidacy Feb. 10, '07 Aug 14th 2008 at 9:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:23 pm EDT)

Great links! Thanks for all of your hard work!
The last day of vacation pics were especially nice! Boy, that went fast, his vacation; hope he got lots of rest, but can't wait for his return, selfish me! :O

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By Time Words Aug 14th 2008 at 9:53 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:53 pm EDT)

McCains credentials.................

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McQueeg's Integrity | Report to Admin

By Opsimath44 Aug 15th 2008 at 9:28 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 9:28 am EDT)

An old grad from the Naval Academy, who's currently a judge in the DC area, told me that Ollie North hasn't been back to Annapolis since the Iran-Contra scandal. The reason: he has been silenced by his classmates for lying under oath during the congressional testimony. A clear violation of the USNA honor code, his classmates told him that they are not allowed to talk to him — in other words, they're giving him the silence treatment, the traditional punishment for breaking the honor code.

This judge is a die-hard Republican, so I have no idea why he'd make up something like that, and I've never investigated it, but it does seem odd that I've never heard mention of Mr. North appearing at Annapolis, for a speech, a football game, or a graduation.

Anyway, getting back on track...

McCain is danger-close to putting himself in the same boat.

At the military academies, quibbling is the same thing as lying.

And it is definitely quibbling to run around saying "Tell them to get back to work" when he failed to vote on this critical issue eight times.

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Eight Strikes and You’re Out

By THOMAS L. FRIEDMAN
Published: August 12, 2008

John McCain recently tried to underscore his seriousness about pushing through a new energy policy, with a strong focus on more drilling for oil, by telling a motorcycle convention that Congress needed to come back from vacation immediately and do something about America’s energy crisis. “Tell them to come back and get to work!” McCain bellowed.

Sorry, but I can’t let that one go by. McCain knows why.

It was only five days earlier, on July 30, that the Senate was voting for the eighth time in the past year on a broad, vitally important bill — S. 3335 — that would have extended the investment tax credits for installing solar energy and the production tax credits for building wind turbines and other energy-efficiency systems.

Senator McCain did not show up for the crucial vote on July 30, and the renewable energy bill was defeated for the eighth time. In fact, John McCain has a perfect record on this renewable energy legislation. He has missed all eight votes over the last year — which effectively counts as a no vote each time. Once, he was even in the Senate and wouldn’t leave his office to vote.

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By Friends from Thibodaux, LA Aug 14th 2008 at 7:57 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:57 pm EDT)

Jackson Browne Sues John McCain Over Copyright Infringement: Link

John McCain's Email: I Am a Man of My Word: Link

On the Presidential Campaign Trail: Link

John McCain Continues To Capitalize On Georgia Invasion: Link

Media Casts Georgia Crisis As Evidence Of US Decline: Link

U.S. Refuses Israel Weapons to Attack Iran: Link

One Nation, Under a New Barack Obama Salute: Link

Academic Voters Could Push Barack Obama to Victory: Link

Presidential Poll: The Battle for Vote: Link

'Republicans for Obama' Mobilizing Against McCain: Link

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By Megan in Northwest Indiana Aug 14th 2008 at 7:18 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:18 pm EDT)

Honey can you spare a dime? Take a ride on my Big Yellow School Bus please.

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By Stephen C. Rose in NYC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:34 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:34 pm EDT)

Today on my blog: VEEPARAMA!!!

It Will Be Sebelius or Schweitzer, Not Biden, Bayh or Kaine

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Huckabee, Romney, McCain -- A Feud Made in Heaven (same as above but there is much more here)

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Republicans for Obama -- Obamicans Who Have Little Use for McCain

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Obama on Georgia -- Statement, Video (the latest with about 20 links to related news and opinion)

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Obama "About To" Make Veep Choice

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The Amy Silverman File: McCain in Arizona MUST READ -- this is all TALKING POINTS fodder.

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All HuffPosts Listing

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By Unknown user Aug 14th 2008 at 9:00 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:00 pm EDT)

Watch Larry King tonight about Georgia!

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By Mother of 4 who hasn't been too busy for Iraq Aug 14th 2008 at 8:05 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:05 pm EDT)

Just wanted to give a big thank-you to everyone. THANK-YOU FOR ALL YOU DO!

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By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 7:19 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:19 pm EDT)

Okay, I was second. Congrats Megan! Care to donate? Link

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By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT)

Congrat!

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By Tracy DC ☮DC T☮ YesWeDid Aug 14th 2008 at 7:32 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:32 pm EDT)

Congrats Megan!
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By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 9:52 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:52 pm EDT)

Yeah for Megan you are first!

open appeal to David Plouffe | Report to Admin

By Roy from Washington, DC Sep 13th 2008 at 10:00 pm EDT (Updated Sep 13th 2008 at 10:00 pm EDT)

Dear Mr.Plouffe:

What are you doing? The future of America and the free-world is on your shoulders and you're running this campaign like a Senatorial campaign.

You're going to lose this election.

This campaign should be about one issue and one issue only. The ECONOMY stupid (part II).

Only a healthy economy will give us national security, education, energy solutions, health care, etc. But more importantly, it's a simple message to what is becoming an increasingly simple electorate (e.g. Palin supporters). David, please stop confusing voters with intellectual appeals to anything but their fear of this collapsing economy.

It's not too late. EVERYONE understands his or her bank balance and it needs to be hammered home. China, Russia, et al are breathing down our necks and you're making the Democrats seem so complacent. Forget McCain, ignore Palin.

It's just the economy.
Sigh.

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By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT)

It cannot be!

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By ♦ Gigi Aug 14th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT)

truly ! ?

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By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 7:21 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:21 pm EDT)

It said zero when I clicked so I am #1

I got a text message freom the campg. I thought it was about VP me heart droped, but it was something else, darn I can not take it!

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By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 8:08 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:08 pm EDT)

Me too. I got so excited and it wasn't the VP announcement.

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By ♥ dreamweaver "Grab A Mop" ♥ aka Vicki from Iowa Aug 14th 2008 at 9:52 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:52 pm EDT)

Ha Ha me too. I was out canvassing and I about flipped when my message song rang. LOL

Faked us all out. LOL

OMG! David Schuster Rocks!! | Report to Admin

By Geri from Manassas, VA Aug 14th 2008 at 7:21 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:21 pm EDT)

My new favorite reporter...

Someone who stops their guests in mid stream when they are spouting untruths...

David Schuster on Hardball with 2 "die hard Hillary supporters" who will not be voting for Obama.

He is so much better than Chris Matthews or any other host I've ever seen.

Now, THAT is Hardball...

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By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 7:22 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:22 pm EDT)

I will turn it on

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By Mike H. from Brandywine, MD Aug 14th 2008 at 7:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:26 pm EDT)

That was a great interview. He made them look even more stupid!!

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Aug 14th 2008 at 7:29 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:29 pm EDT)

Saw that! He really called them out. I still don't understand where they are coming from... oh, and wow! Did you hear that PUMA raised all of 50 thousand dollars? Doesn't pass the smell test.

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By Mother of 4 who hasn't been too busy for Iraq Aug 14th 2008 at 7:43 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:43 pm EDT)

Thanks for the info...I guess there are a few people, like K.O., that deserve a thumbs-up.

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By Mother of 4 who hasn't been too busy for Iraq Aug 14th 2008 at 8:50 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:50 pm EDT)

I haven't read my recent copy, but the reporting in TIME Magazine has improved greatly over the last few months...I'm hoping this is a permanent move.

I still haven't decided whether or not to re-new; I've been recently lead to believe that the media, especially TIME, has been covering for the government for a very long time, but much improved.

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By * Obama * Fan * Forever * Aug 15th 2008 at 1:59 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 1:59 am EDT)

TIME magazine is owned by CNN owner and anti Obama.Mordock that Olbermann hates. You may want to try News Week.

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By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 7:47 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:47 pm EDT)

I usually don't watch Hardball but was flipping and saw that. Schuster did a great job!

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By Chad D. (Bring It On McDubya) Aug 14th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT)

I don't know much about Schuster, but this guy does way better than CM. He listens (CM talks too much) but he puts out the facts. Where is CM any way? Who cares.

David Shuster just owned PUMA member | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:21 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:21 pm EDT)

David Shuster just owned a member of PUMA on hardball. She admitted donating $500 to the republican party. She admitted she will never vote for Obama. Both people ignored David saying Hillary has said that she rejects them. He owned them on the rules regarding Florida and Michigan and said all candidates agreed to the rules. The girl named Pelosi,Donna Brazile, and Howard Dean as betrayers yet they will never vote for Obama. When this hits You Tube lets make this go viral. They both got served up a good ole can of whoopa$$!

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By CBSNNJ: Yes We STILL Can! Aug 14th 2008 at 7:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:23 pm EDT)

Nice!

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By Time Words Aug 14th 2008 at 7:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:23 pm EDT)

why give PUMA so much time on air?

to the smear mongers, we tell them NOT THIS TIME, its Obama time

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By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:26 pm EDT)

Oh but the time was worth it. David Shuster owned them. This was not like some Fixed Noise interview. He exposed them for what they are. This was not the kind of air time they were seeking I guarantee you that.

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By Liz for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 7:28 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:28 pm EDT)

SOUNDS AWESOME! I missed it! But I record Hardball and Countdown so I'll watch it tonight. I love my Obamanation. How can we get more people registered and voting in November? Obama has 90% of the black vote, 60% of the Hispanic vote, 50% of the white vote but he has 100% of the vote of people who think it doesn't matter if they vote!!!

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By Dave Aug 14th 2008 at 8:33 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:33 pm EDT)

It's better than that...Obama will have 98% of the African American vote.....75% of the Latino Vote....
right now is projected though to have 45% of the white vote....that is the number that needs to be raised.....He leads white females by 19% according to WSJ.....the group he needs to grow in is with white males.....Brian Schweitzer can help with that group....

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By Sandra in PA, blogging here since day one and volunteering for BO since he announced his candidacy Feb. 10, '07 Aug 14th 2008 at 9:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:26 pm EDT)

You know what's amazing is that BC didn't win the white, male vote; he got 36% the first time, in '92.

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By James a Vietnam Vet from NC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:29 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:29 pm EDT)

This gives me the strong impression that these are closeted Republicans, much like Liebermann. They are not interested in the future of America and the ideals of democracy. Each of them hopes to inflict disunity, to divide, just like Repulsive Repubs always do. It will be best when such insidious turncoats are no longer infiltrating this progressive movement.

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By In Obama I trust Aug 14th 2008 at 7:45 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:45 pm EDT)

We definitely need to write to David Schuster and give him our kudos for a job well done. It is refreshing to see a talking head on tv fight back against the lies. Most of them just let their guests get away with saying anything without correcting any lies.

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By Bon Aug 14th 2008 at 7:52 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:52 pm EDT)

re: David Shuster just owned a member of PUMA on hardball

What I noticed about these two Hillary "supporters" was the crazed look in their eyes. Both the PUMA gal and the other guy were completely nuts. They did not make sense in anything they said. Then I noticed their eyes...wacko, to say the least.

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By In Obama I trust Aug 14th 2008 at 7:57 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:57 pm EDT)

I DID notice their eyes, especially the woman's. She was coocoo for cocoa puffs!

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By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:58 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:58 pm EDT)

Bon you are absolutely right. They were very scary looking. That girl looked evil and that guy looked like he had some major problems. I think they are just prejudiced or republican period. It is not about the "democratic process" as they kept insisting.

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By Grandma 3 from Western IL Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT)

Perhaps they work for Rush L. I heard he was very excited today about the success of his Operation Chaos! He is taking credit for HRC's nomination thing.

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By Ron praying for President Barack Obama's success. Aug 14th 2008 at 9:02 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:02 pm EDT)

Yeah, I thought the two nuts may have been from Rush L. Operation Caos. They were certainly dumb enough to be part of that team.

hi everyone!! | Report to Admin

By Dinora Aug 14th 2008 at 7:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:23 pm EDT)

if you can spare a litle to my FR page pretty please I'm so close to reach my goal but have been dry for days lets help Obama fight all those smears Link

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By RobynM Aug 14th 2008 at 7:24 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:24 pm EDT)

IF CNN,MSNBC,ABC,NBC,CBS would do their job, This author will look like a FOOL every time he comes on TV.

People the only people buying this book is the main media and voters who will never vote for a black man. This book being number one proves we have a lot of racist out there voting.

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By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 7:49 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:49 pm EDT)

Larry King did a pretty good job with him last night...It's on the politics page of huffingtonpost.com

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By Mother of 4 who hasn't been too busy for Iraq Aug 14th 2008 at 9:08 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:08 pm EDT)

There is a link up above about this...with a poll...turns out the only reason it's on the best sellers list is because right-wing groups bought them en masse.

Total BS.

Did you just see SHuster put the smack down? | Report to Admin

By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Aug 14th 2008 at 7:24 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:24 pm EDT)

okay did anyone just see David Shuster on Hardball with that crack head from PUMA and that ass Will whatshisbutt?

OMG those two are complete doushebags!!!!

Shuster totally called them out and made them look like FOOLS!!

LOVED IT!!!

Go David Shuster!!!

He is so much better than Mathews.

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By Geri from Manassas, VA Aug 14th 2008 at 7:33 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:33 pm EDT)

YES! Look at the posts above. I said the same thing as Tori and you.

That was worth every minute I ever wasted watching hardball!! LOL

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By junior Aug 14th 2008 at 8:02 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:02 pm EDT)

oh that was good l saw that shuster was right on it

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By RJ (Desert Storm Vet) & Samantha - Hampton, VA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:29 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:29 pm EDT)

Why were these two losers on the show in the first place?

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By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:40 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:40 pm EDT)

They were trying to get some exposure apparently but I don't think they were looking for that kind of exposure.

Corsi will be on a known white supremacist radio show | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:24 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:24 pm EDT)

promoting this book. It is being reported on the Huff Post. He is scheduled to be on the show on August 17. That action alone just shows how disgusting this man is. He has not changed his ways not one bit. Let's email everyone on our email lists and fight this jerk. I have already sent my email buddies links from media matters.

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By RobynM Aug 14th 2008 at 7:27 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:27 pm EDT)

James Carville wife Mary is publishing these book

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By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:33 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:33 pm EDT)

How can that man be married to that woman? I know that spouses don't always agree politically but I don't see how they can even reach a happy medium. I don't know where the middle ground would be in that household.

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By CherylacanuckRN4BO Aug 14th 2008 at 8:12 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:12 pm EDT)

Don't kid yourself...I could tell Carville was a racist the first time I laid eyes on him! You can be sure that, although a 'professed democratic', he will not be voting for Obama when he's behind that curtain. He and his wife have more in common than you think.

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By Liz for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 9:10 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:10 pm EDT)

I agree 100%. Carville is a sham.

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By Sammie Aug 14th 2008 at 10:02 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:02 pm EDT)

Carville and his current wife were RIVELS during the campaign the year Bush Sr. ran for his second term against Bill Clinton and Ross Perot. That was an EXCITING YEAR. Carville and his wife DUKED IT OUT all over TV ....he was part of the Bill Clinton campaign and she was with the Bush Sr. Campaign. After the election the news was that they were an item and eventually married and had children. Im sure that HUGE rivelry between them was part of the chemistry. I dont think Carville is racist...I think he LOVED that Clinton election year and loved participating in what seemed like a re-do with Hillary this time.

Obama Yay all the live-long day! | Report to Admin

By Megan in Northwest Indiana Aug 14th 2008 at 7:25 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:25 pm EDT)

'Change Begins in Ohio' - Obama reaching out to rural voters in Ohio
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Profile: NPR's 'All Things Considered' - Michelle Obama
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John McCain supports big oil and has a new nickname - 'Exxon John'
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Who is Mark Warner? Obama Campaign annouces Mark Warner will give keynote at Denver convention
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McCain's top foreign policy advisor Randy Scheunemann on Georgia's (the country) payroll
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Obama Campaign ad addresses candidate differences on issues affecting the middle class
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We really need to think about this. We've been duped before. Don't be duped again America. Link
Campaign Contributions: Figure close to Abramoff scandal raises money for John McCain Link
Can this get anymore unfreaking believable? Does this guy (John McCain) even hear what he is saying, let alone think it through?
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Answering the 3 A.M. call: At 3 A.M. do you know where your President is?
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Campaign Ad: Obama Campaign releases TV ad during olympics
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Barack Obama on 73rd Anniversary of Social Security
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Campaign Contributions: Obama has received nearly six times as much money from troops deployed overseas than McCain
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Off the Bus - A Hoosier-Republican in a sea of Democrats
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Pennsylvania Polling: It's all in how you look at it.
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Democratic Party Unity: Both Senator Obama's and Senator Clinton's names will be placed in nomination
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Obama in Hawaii: Video from local news in Hawaii - Obama picks up $1.3 from campaign fundraiser in Hawaii
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From 'The Political Carnival': Fire Fighter's Union back Obama
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GottaLaff & 'The Political Carnival': There's the 'Audacity of Hope' AND 'The Audacity of McCain'
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Saline County, Arkansas: Bill Gwatney a 'great mentor' - a sad day for Democrats
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Off the Bus - A Hoosier-Republican in a sea of Democrats
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Pennsylvania Polling: It's all in how you look at it.
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Democratic Party Unity: Both Senator Obama's and Senator Clinton's names will be placed in nomination
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Obama in Hawaii: Video from local news in Hawaii - Obama picks up $1.3 from campaign fundraiser in Hawaii
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Define 'exotic'? Eight houses? That's exotic to me. $520 black leather Ferragamo shoes? Yep exotic.
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Taxes: The Truth about Barack Obama's Plan for America
John McCain: You just can't have too many lobbyists for Campaign Advisors these days
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Who needs Rocky when you've got Baracky? Baracky II
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By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 8:15 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:15 pm EDT)

Megan, thank you so much for your generous donation in honor of your glorious first! May you have many more because you're first in my book!

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By Gail"not making decisions based on fear, but Hope and Possibility" Leach from SC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:25 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:25 pm EDT)

I was just coming to post about this and bam ! There it is. Hit back and Hard Barack!

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By Time Words Aug 14th 2008 at 7:34 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:34 pm EDT)

Lets stop the smear and Stop Corsi by exposing him for what he is, an over-rated wignut making money from peoples ignorance

If anyone wants to know about Barack read his book, written 15yrs ago. Oprah get "Dreams from my father" in your show

David Shuster | Report to Admin

By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:31 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:31 pm EDT)

David Shuster is on the Clintons tonight!

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By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:34 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:34 pm EDT)

I cannot believe he said that if you don't want any distractions at the Conventions the Clintons shouldn't be speaking. He was very direct!

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By Tracy DC ☮DC T☮ YesWeDid Aug 14th 2008 at 7:35 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:35 pm EDT)

Hmmm...didn't stutter!

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By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:36 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:36 pm EDT)

He pointed out that it has been sixteen years since a roll call vote took place against her husband.

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By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:38 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:38 pm EDT)

The Clintons opposed the roll call vote sixteen years ago!

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By Bon Aug 14th 2008 at 8:00 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:00 pm EDT)

re: The Clintons opposed the roll call vote sixteen years ago!

Yup, I remember that. I was against it as well, just like now.

Although, I'm starting to warm up to the idea of her supporters seeing her lose twice.

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Aug 14th 2008 at 8:19 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:19 pm EDT)

LOL. That is the only consolation prize for this roll call nonsense.

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By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:40 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:40 pm EDT)

Lydia David is not really fond of the Clintons. They got him suspended during the primaries. He is not a fan therefore I am not surprised by what he said.

Re: David Shuster | Report to Admin

By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:43 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:43 pm EDT)

That's right--the Chelsea thing!

Re: David Shuster | Report to Admin

By ♦ Gigi Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT)

Shuster was suspended from MSNBC when he said the clinton's were pimping Chelsea for the campaign. David's use was updated, the outrage was last century.

POLL | Report to Admin

By Stephen C. Rose in NYC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:33 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:33 pm EDT)

Should the New York Times remove Jerome Corsi's Obamanation from its Best Seller list on the grounds that it attained its status via bulk sales to right wing groups?

PLEASE VOTE

Link

Re: POLL | Report to Admin

By junior Aug 14th 2008 at 7:57 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:57 pm EDT)

I just watched shuster i think those two are republicans

Re: POLL | Report to Admin

By Julie S from Media, PA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT)

Yes, yes, yes.....they should remove it.

If not, it better be listed as FICTION !

Fight back with truth haiku! | Report to Admin

By Meri Who Loves Writing Haiku About Barack Aug 14th 2008 at 7:34 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:34 pm EDT)

Blatant untruths: smears
We will stand strong against them
Yes we can fight back!

Donation=Haiku for you!

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Hey O-Family | Report to Admin

By Tracy DC ☮DC T☮ YesWeDid Aug 14th 2008 at 7:35 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:35 pm EDT)

People get ready, the O-Train is coming ... don't need no ticket just Vote and Ride!

Trying to raise $2008 by the 28th!
Any donation gets me closer. Thanks.

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Glad | Report to Admin

By Justin Brogden Aug 14th 2008 at 7:35 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:35 pm EDT)

I was glad to read about all the work the campaign is doing to refute the lies in this book. We truly have learned from the mistakes in 2004.

The damage has been done... | Report to Admin

By bryan lovsness Aug 14th 2008 at 7:36 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:36 pm EDT)

AMERICA has to be re-educated NOT to buy this trash - take it off of #1 bestsellers list - the same with Nat'l Enquirer etc. - TRASH is only profitable when AMERICA buys it.

Action Alert: Can we make this book #1 on the NY Times Bestseller List | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 7:36 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:36 pm EDT)

I would like to encourage those of you who can afford to, to please pre-order Barack's upcoming book which will be out on September 9th. Let's push this book to #1 on Amazon and on the NY Times List. That is a way for us to take attention away from the CRAPPY SMEAR books.

Link

Re: Action Alert: Can we make this book #1 on the NY Times Bestseller List | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 7:40 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:40 pm EDT)

I just pre-ordered 10 copies of Change We Can Believe It. I highly encourage others to do the same if you can...

Re: Action Alert: Can we make this book #1 on the NY Times Bestseller List | Report to Admin

By HSLK: Our Journey Has Just Begun Aug 14th 2008 at 7:43 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:43 pm EDT)

Just pre-ordered this book. Have his other two. Am reading "Dreams of My Father" right now and it is wonderful.

Re: Action Alert: Can we make this book #1 on the NY Times Bestseller List | Report to Admin

By ♦ Gigi Aug 14th 2008 at 7:46 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:46 pm EDT)

And, re-read Audacity of Hope - triple 10-star book!

Re: Action Alert: Can we make this book #1 on the NY Times Bestseller List | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 7:47 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:47 pm EDT)

Thanks Helaine... I know that it is a small thing but imagine if all two million donors to this campaign pre-ordered that book. It would SHATTER records and really force to media to cover THAT as a story... The fact that a campaign book laying out POLICY sold over 1 million copies. Please encourage your friends and family to do the same if they can afford to.

Not even worth our time.. | Report to Admin

By Phil In the Cuse Aug 14th 2008 at 7:37 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:37 pm EDT)

I was in the bookstore the other day when I saw Mr. Corsi's piece of fiction (to call it a nonfiction work is laughable)on Barack Obama prominently displayed, as if it were a serious work to be taken seriously.
The best thing we can do is refute every single lie Corsi insists on peddling and profiting from. Spread the truth - and KEEP telling it, reminding folks that it was just these lies that gave us eight disastrous years of George W. Bush and will give us four more disastrous years under John McCain. Their negativity will not prevail.
Will we fight back with the truth?
YES WE CAN!!

Re: Not even worth our time.. | Report to Admin

By AZgrammy-"O"-wing Aug 14th 2008 at 7:45 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:45 pm EDT)

Wonder if you might return to that bookstore, and tell them to be fair to ALL of their patrons, they need to place a PRO-Obama book on a display right next to that hunk-of-garbage.

Tell them you'll choose to buy your books elsewhere or on-line, if they can't at least, be on a level playing field!

Re: Not even worth our time.. | Report to Admin

By Phil In the Cuse Aug 14th 2008 at 7:55 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:55 pm EDT)

Well it was Borders that was the guilty party here, and no, sadly I didn't say anything to them, just ignored it - as any rational, thinking human being ought to do.
Corsi and his thugs will soon find out that this is 2008, not 2004, and they will NOT get away with their lies against Barack Obama. I love how our response was so comprehensive and full, shows that we know how to defend ourselves.

Re: Not even worth our time.. | Report to Admin

By AZgrammy-"O"-wing Aug 14th 2008 at 8:12 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:12 pm EDT)

"... ignored it - as any rational, thinking human being ought to do."

Hmmm... Proves I'm NOT a rational, thinking human being!!!
Ha!
Makes me angry!
But, old adage: Squeaky wheel gets the grease!!!

Will the entire convention be covered live | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:38 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:38 pm EDT)

or just certain speeches at certain times? I can't help but thinking that I heard one network say that they will only be covering the convention live at night between 7-8 for the keynote speeches. I am just wondering if all of the speakers speeches will be aired or just a selected few?

Re: Will the entire convention be covered live | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 7:39 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:39 pm EDT)

The entire convention will be covered gavel to gavel by C-SPAN with no commentary which should be great...

Re: Will the entire convention be covered live | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:40 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:40 pm EDT)

OK Thanks MK.

Re: Will the entire convention be covered live | Report to Admin

By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:41 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:41 pm EDT)

CSPAN will cover it live. It covers the day secessions and some the luncheons, breakfast meetings, etc.

donate to my thermometer instead | Report to Admin

By bryan lovsness Aug 14th 2008 at 7:41 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:41 pm EDT)

DON'T BUY THAT BOOK JUST DONATE TO MY FUND - I HAVE TO REACH $200 AND HAVE BEEN GIVING MY SSI-DISABILTY CHECKS - help me please to reach my goal - click my name and donate.

Re: donate to my thermometer instead | Report to Admin

By junior Aug 14th 2008 at 9:08 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:08 pm EDT)

Will Obama website have the convention live on the website does anybody know

Obama campaign fights back! | Report to Admin

By Mike H. from Brandywine, MD Aug 14th 2008 at 7:41 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:41 pm EDT)

Obama campaign fights back hard against that smear book

Link

Hit Back and Hit Back Hard | Report to Admin

By Chanel from Belleville, NJ Aug 14th 2008 at 7:42 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:42 pm EDT)

I know that Senator Obama wants to keep a clean campaign, but he has to come out either tonight or tomorrow with an Ade stating what John Mccain said yesterday about we don't invade countries this is the 21 first century HELLO didn't we invade Iraq.

Hit Back and Hit Back Hard | Report to Admin

By Chanel from Belleville, NJ Aug 14th 2008 at 7:42 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:42 pm EDT)

I know that Senator Obama wants to keep a clean campaign, but he has to come out either tonight or tomorrow with an Ade stating what John Mccain said yesterday about we don't invade countries this is the 21 first century HELLO didn't we invade Iraq.

the convention | Report to Admin

By sheilasnewyork Aug 14th 2008 at 7:44 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:44 pm EDT)

I am beginning to believe that by giving the Clinton's 2 out of 4 days of the convention...

By caving in to all of their demands....
By having her declare her nomination and voted on at the convention....
I believe when Bill makes his speech on Wednesday night at the convention....it will be to introduce the vice president.....HRC!!!!!

eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeech

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By ♋Tanner♋ Aug 14th 2008 at 7:46 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:46 pm EDT)

I will bet gazillion dollars that doesn't happen.

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By Sandradee believes: Aint no mountain High Enough Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT)

I second that.

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT)

me too...another gazillion

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By Sandradee believes: Aint no mountain High Enough Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT)

I second that.

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By HSLK: Our Journey Has Just Begun Aug 14th 2008 at 7:49 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:49 pm EDT)

Enough is enough. This will NEVER happen.

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By Sandradee believes: Aint no mountain High Enough Aug 14th 2008 at 7:51 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:51 pm EDT)

I second that.

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By Mia from FL Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT)

I've noticed lots of people freaking out about the Clinton's speaking at the convention. I think it will be fine. They are a huge part of the Democratic party and I think it will help unify the party in the long run. I've been an Obama supporter from day one, but I think Hillary deserves a moment of respect from her party.

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 9:58 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:58 pm EDT)

Look Mia I'm so tried of people talking about this so called unity. Listen if Hillary and her supporters would not have brought so much division we would not have a need for unity. Remember that.

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By Scott in PA Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT)

I certainly hope not... My vote will be lost for sure. I will stay home.
I really doubt it. Baracks campaign is all about change in Washington. A Clinton on the ticket is a huge step backward.

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 9:59 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:59 pm EDT)

I agree Scott!!

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By Bon Aug 14th 2008 at 8:02 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:02 pm EDT)

re: I believe when Bill makes his speech on Wednesday night at the convention....it will be to introduce the vice president.....HRC!!!!!

This actually crossed my mind as well but if this was the case, Hillary would have given up her delegates already and demanded that her name NOT be put into nomination.

So, nope, I don't think so.

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By Dave Aug 14th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT)

This isn't a bad idea....for those upset that Hillary isn't VP, Bill Clinton introducing the Vice President is great...

For all of you that don't want to see them any more, that is more reason for them to speak at the convention...Look, if we can bring the party together at the convention....generate the party unity and excitement to be up 15+ point in the two weeks after, WE WON'T NEED THE CLINTONS CONSTANTLY CAMPAIGNING WITH US.

Re: the convention | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 10:00 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:00 pm EDT)

Yes David it's a bad ideal to put Hillary on the ticket!

Technology to get the vote out | Report to Admin

By Andy from Bellevue, WA Aug 14th 2008 at 7:45 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:45 pm EDT)

As founder and CEO of Alerts.com I’d like to invite you to explore a capability that no other campaign will have ever done before and way more powerful to ensure voters vote: sending voters an alert, on their terms, on any device, on schedule to encourage them to go vote, when and where it matters.

Imagine the following scenario where the battle is fierce in Ohio, Virginia, Colorado, Florida and Michigan. History might repeat itself where by Ohio's close presidential contest in 2004 made it the last among the states to be decided, and Bush's win by slightly more than 2 percentage points over Kerry gave him the 20 electoral votes that clinched his re-election . Two percentage points… 120,000 voters in Ohio…

What if you could, at the push of a button, send instantly, county by county, a message that would arrive to a voter’s email cell phone, home phone (with a voice recorded message from Barrack: “I need your support for change, Ohio is key to our success. Please vote today. Vote now”), desktop… On their terms, in the context of their lives. Couldn’t we rally 120,000 voters to go vote?

Alerts.com is prepared to expand this technology to Barrack’s campaign. But we need to act now to be ready on time for change. Getting is done is relatively simple:
- Democrats.org will invite your email list of voters to register to the Barrack-for-Change-Vote-Alerts powered by Alerts.com
- Voters will configure the delivery of their alert by providing their required information
- As the county by county tally unfolds you send messages to voters and they are delivered automatically and synchronously to all the device of their choice
- You count the extra votes

Alerts.com has partnered with leading technology back-end providers such as 4INFO, SinglePoint, MessageSystems, Microsoft to build our infrastructure. We have been selected to present at DEMO Fall 08, the leading emerging technology showcase in the USA and being recognized for our leading technology.

Looking forward to hearing from you. I have tried to reach David Plouffe but have not succeed.

Re: Technology to get the vote out | Report to Admin

By lea Aug 14th 2008 at 8:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:23 pm EDT)

Anything we do has to be through the campaign.
Giving all our phones out with no connections to the campaign may not be appropriate .

Re: Technology to get the vote out | Report to Admin

By Dave Aug 14th 2008 at 8:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:48 pm EDT)

Andy, we already have that.....it is called phone bankers.....we have the numbers of all the registered voters in each state....volunteers call them......we have 2 million volunteers now....the anticipation is 6 million volunteers election week but I think it will be closer to 10 million..people will be called..

We also have a program sending people post cards...there is lots of stuff..plus when we call people, we can answer their questions, give them their address to vote...and all of this....

All the supporters who said they voted for Obama in the primary when we called, will get a call to remind them...same with the Hillary supporters and supporters of other dem candidates...

feeling a little better | Report to Admin

By Scott in PA Aug 14th 2008 at 7:46 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:46 pm EDT)

I have to say that some of the tactics the campaign is using to fight these smears is making me feel much better.

Good job!

Keep at it and don't stop! The only thing I don't like is that the McCain campaign is causing an awful lot of people to work at debunking this stuff. These resources could have been used for much better causes.

Gotta do what they gotta do though. Great to see.

Re: feeling a little better | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT)

You can help too Scott. If you can afford it, please consider pre-ordering the campaign's new book on Amazon. Let's make THAT book #1 on Amazon!

Link

Re: feeling a little better | Report to Admin

By Scott in PA Aug 14th 2008 at 7:56 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:56 pm EDT)

Thanks for the link. I ordered.

Re: feeling a little better | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 7:58 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:58 pm EDT)

Thanks Scott. You are great. Let's get this to #1!!!

Re: feeling a little better | Report to Admin

By Scott in PA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:02 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:02 pm EDT)

Honestly, I really wanted the book as soon as you told me about it anyway.
But, I think this is a great idea! Lets get this sucker moving up the charts!

A McCain Gaffe AGAIN | Report to Admin

By Vancouverfan Aug 14th 2008 at 7:46 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:46 pm EDT)

I hope that someone has a tape of either McCain's conference today or of the final hour of the Situation Roon which played a part of the conference when he stated that the Georgia situation was : "the worst international crisis since the Cold War"...

Re: A McCain Gaffe AGAIN | Report to Admin

By MJ Aug 14th 2008 at 7:52 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:52 pm EDT)

That man has never seen a war he didn't love.

Re: A McCain Gaffe AGAIN | Report to Admin

By Vancouverfan Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT)

Yes, but this statement is a damaging as like :"in the 21st century nations don't invade other nations"

He is stating that it is worse than 911, terrorism, Iran getting the bomb nuclear,Iraq..
everything the Republicans have been scaring people about for years.

It just stuck out to me as a very key quote that should be used.

Re: A McCain Gaffe AGAIN | Report to Admin

By Sammie Aug 14th 2008 at 10:04 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:04 pm EDT)

It's VERY serious regardless of who says it. The Cold War between the US and Russia ended YEARS ago.....the last thing WE need is another HOT WAR..which this could turn into without smart diplomatic intervention.

Re: A McCain Gaffe AGAIN | Report to Admin

By Rob from Arlington, VA Aug 14th 2008 at 9:00 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:00 pm EDT)

That's because McCain does not recognize the invasion and occupation of Iraq as a crisis!

Rob

Re: A McCain Gaffe AGAIN | Report to Admin

By Mary in Massachusetts Aug 14th 2008 at 9:18 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:18 pm EDT)

I don't understand why the media isn't calling McCain out for interfering in foreign policy. They came down hard on Obama just for talking in Berlin -- called him presumptuous. But McCain has said he talks to Georgia's president EVERY DAY! And what is he saying to him? Might he have encouraged Georgia to think the US would back them if they invaded the disputed territory? His campaign manager had a $200,000 contract to lobby for Georgia for god's sake. Why isn't the media digging on this to see why McCain thinks he can communicate directly with the Georgian president and not be called "presumptuous."?!!!

Tape contradict account of Obama Plance incident | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:47 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:47 pm EDT)

Air traffic control tapes reveal that the pilot of Obama’s campaign plane did declare an emergency last month after an evacuation slide inflated inside the plane’s tail.

The jet’s pilot also requested emergency equipment meet the plane in St. Louis.

Officials had said the pilot did not declare an emergency, and there was no concern about danger. Link

Well again Thank God they were safe. It really showed how calm he is even when under pressure or in dangerous situation. That is the kind of temperament we need in a President.

Re: Tape contradict account of Obama Plance incident | Report to Admin

By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Aug 14th 2008 at 8:27 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:27 pm EDT)

Scary. I just thank God no one was hurt.

Sign the petition. | Report to Admin

By VA Grammy "Hussein" Working For A Better Future for my Grandchildren Aug 14th 2008 at 7:47 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:47 pm EDT)

Sign the Petition against Fox and their smeasrs

Link

Re: Sign the petition. | Report to Admin

By HSLK: Our Journey Has Just Begun Aug 14th 2008 at 7:51 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:51 pm EDT)

Done.

Re: Sign the petition. | Report to Admin

By Morgan in Seattle..... ¨ ¨°º¤ ★ Yes We Did! ★ ¤º°¨ ¨ Aug 14th 2008 at 7:57 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:57 pm EDT)

Dugg it too!

Get tough! | Report to Admin

By Robert from Findlay, OH Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT)

Living in Ohio, I have see lots of smear ads by the opposition. Tonight, a new one - that Obama plans to raise taxes on families earning $40,000 a year. When is the Obama campaign going to get off it's high horse and start hitting back? If they don't start getting in the mud, this will be another Mondale, Dukakas, Gore, Kerry losing campaign. Stop being so noble and slug it out! This isn't a gentleman's contest.

Re: Get tough! | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:53 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:53 pm EDT)

Link

I guess you don't know about this new Ohio tv ad hitting McCain hard on DHL. Take a look.

Re: Get tough! | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:55 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:55 pm EDT)

You might also want to look at our other new ad hitting McCain hard on the economy. Link

Re: Get tough! | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:01 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:01 pm EDT)

You may also want to look at these mailers being distributed in Ohio and other places by union members. It clearly shows McCains 9 houses his $520 shoes and says "he can afford to lose we can't."

Re: Get tough! | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:02 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:02 pm EDT)

Oh here is the link. Link

Re: Get tough! | Report to Admin

By junior Aug 14th 2008 at 8:10 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:10 pm EDT)

I saw the ad Ohio for obama

Go after the Messenger and the MESSAGE!!!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Indiana Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT)

You go after people like Corsi and destroy them. That's the only way to deal with this. Digg some dirt on him and show him to the whole word. I am afraid thAt democrats are not being mean enough. The reps know how to deal with people (more like a dog) like this.

Re: Go after the Messenger and the MESSAGE!!!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 7:50 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:50 pm EDT)

Nice to read you again King. I can always count on you for the rapid dog post of the day. LOL! Check out Huff Post and know that the campaign IS going after Corsi's character.... All will be well.

Now if you can afford to, go to Amazon.com and pre-order the campaign's upcoming book as a counter-attack to the Corsi book.

Link

Re: Go after the Messenger and the MESSAGE!!!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By lea Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT)

they know who he is already.
I think Obama could sue for slander and tie him up in a lawsuit.

uggggggggh! | Report to Admin

By Rich from FLA Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT)

Stuck in bed with a severe sprain (hopefully not broken) foot so I have been looking at the blogs a lot today. Seems everytime I do there are 20 trolls Bi*&%ing about the roll call, or supporters handwringing. I was hoping for a little relief from the blogs today...

Anybody want to brighten my day/FR thermometer?

Link

Re: uggggggggh! | Report to Admin

By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 7:51 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:51 pm EDT)

Guy on hardball is making alot of sence about the Clintons, at the convention. (Guest)

Re: uggggggggh! | Report to Admin

By Rich from FLA Aug 14th 2008 at 7:54 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:54 pm EDT)

Can't get to the TV today...ouch!

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By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 7:58 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:58 pm EDT)

Don't want to start anything but this is between me and you, he said the C'S speaking at the conventionis a catharsis, and just when will they get behind BO as they said they would, after the convention, after the talking heads finish talking after the conferance basickly will they do this anytime before the general or are the setting this thing up at the convention for 2012 run. While we the media is talking about the convention and the clintons we are not talking about BO and his plans and policies, nor are we talking about what MCPain is doing or not. It takes away from Bo he said and that is a problem

Nuff said its all about the clintons

Re: uggggggggh! | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 7:55 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:55 pm EDT)

Yuck. I broke my foot two summers ago. They didn't realize it was broken at first until an x-ray tech looked at the x-ray 2 weeks later. Be careful and take care!

Condi Rice As Neville Chamberlain | Report to Admin

By Obama's Knights Aug 14th 2008 at 7:49 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:49 pm EDT)

It's a good think McCain's campaign is run by a Georgian lobbyist!

What would we do without another oid war?

Go after the Messenger and the MESSAGE!!!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Indiana Aug 14th 2008 at 7:49 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:49 pm EDT)

You go after people like Corsi and destroy them. That's the only way to deal with this. Digg some dirt on him and show him to the whole word. I am afraid thAt democrats are not being mean enough. The reps know how to deal with people (more like a dog) like this.

Re: Go after the Messenger and the MESSAGE!!!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 7:53 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:53 pm EDT)

Watch this:

Link

and DIGG it! He got it pretty good last night!

Change We Can Believe In | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 7:52 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:52 pm EDT)

There are many links debunking this book written by Corsi including:

Link

with four stories. Read them all. Then go pre-order Obama's new book:

Link

Here's the description:

At this defining moment in our history, Americans are hungry for change. After years of failed policies and failed politics from Washington, this is our chance to reclaim the American dream. Barack Obama has proven to be a new kind of leader–one who can bring people together, be honest about the challenges we face, and move this nation forward. Change We Can Believe In outlines his vision for America.

In these pages you will find bold and specific ideas about how to fix our ailing economy and strengthen the middle class, make health care affordable for all, achieve energy independence, and keep America safe in a dangerous world. Change We Can Believe In asks you not just to believe in Barack Obama’s ability to bring change to Washington, it asks you to believe in yours.

Pre-order now. It's less than $9. Let's get him to number 1 on the bestseller list legitimately.

Re: Change We Can Believe In | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 7:54 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:54 pm EDT)

Renee,

Great minds think alike. I was up-thread asking people to pre-order Change We Can Believe In as a counter-attack to the Corsi book... Thanks for posting this. I will have to run in a couple of minutes but if you will still be on the blogs, please keep posting this...

Re: Change We Can Believe In | Report to Admin

By Donna Aug 14th 2008 at 7:55 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:55 pm EDT)

Good idea, jusst ordered 5 copies.

Re: Change We Can Believe In | Report to Admin

By carla Aug 14th 2008 at 7:58 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:58 pm EDT)

Me too!!! I just ordered 5 books. I will encourage everyone I know to do the same. Believe me guys, after Barack's run for president, I will be begging for food. I can't even tell my husband how much I have spent in our dear future president. Well, since I am more than committed, nothing is too much if it is to help Barack!!!!

Re: Change We Can Believe In | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 8:08 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:08 pm EDT)

Carla,

My husband has given up on me. He doesn't even bother to look at our credit card statements anymore... LOL!

Re: Change We Can Believe In | Report to Admin

By carla Aug 14th 2008 at 8:40 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:40 pm EDT)

Congratulations on your honesty. I've been "clever" enough to put it on my personal, not joined, credit cards. Once and a while I contribute to the campaign with our bank's debit card, just to distract my husband. However, the real deal is on my personal cards. Barack is worth the debt!!!

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By Alycee Aug 14th 2008 at 8:11 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:11 pm EDT)

LOL @ "can't even tell..."; back during the primary I realized a BIG bene of being divorced was I didn't have to explain my campaign contributions! Wonder if the IRS would notice if I claimed him as a "dependent" next year????

Re: Change We Can Believe In | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 8:20 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:20 pm EDT)

Alycee,

I just fell off my chair. I am NOT KIDDING. That was so funny!

Re: Change We Can Believe In | Report to Admin

By Alycee Aug 14th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT)

Downside is that I had my washer and two TV's all blow in the last 30 days and I had to debate "buy" or "donate;" fortunately, I don't mind handwashing my clothes and trucking the little TV all over the house... LOL!

Re: Change We Can Believe In | Report to Admin

By IA for Obama ☮ Aug 14th 2008 at 8:50 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:50 pm EDT)

LOL

Soft | Report to Admin

By Indiana Aug 14th 2008 at 7:53 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:53 pm EDT)

Democrats and progressive in general are being too soft!!!! Why cant they smear McCain? He cheated on his wife, was involved in the Keating five scandal and had dealings with people he was supposed to investigate. Why just sit there and complain? I told many of my lefty friends. You have see NOTHING YET!!!!! Why does't our campaign smear this crook.

Re: Soft | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 7:59 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:59 pm EDT)

Because Obama isn't running that kind of campaign.

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By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:00 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:00 pm EDT)

We fight with facts not smears. Have you seen this Link

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By Scott in PA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:08 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:08 pm EDT)

Well I think that is what King is saying. Why don't they bring the truth about his ex-wife, the keating 5 etc. to the forefront?

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By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT)

They are facts and they speak to judgement and integrity, and considering the Keating five is not that long ago, and if he could sell his wife out who was critically injured boy oh boy I think he would sell the USA out for his own interest

Re: Soft | Report to Admin

By Samantha Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT)

Why should we have to smear McCain?

Remember, the campaign came out hard against McCain after the primaries and even during the primaries. Then started softening before his Iraq trip and after the whole FISA craze. But thank God they are fighting again.

No need for character smears, McCain is doing that to himself fine.
But finally the democrats are fighting back and taking back issues.

-Obama is fighting him for Christian voters and winning.
-Obama fought him on National security issues and is behind only 9pts.
-Now he's fighting McCain on economy and beating his butt.

Free copies | Report to Admin

By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 7:54 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:54 pm EDT)

Are there any free copies of Corsi's piece? I want to read it–but I am not going to buy it!

Re: Free copies | Report to Admin

By Obama's Knights Aug 14th 2008 at 7:57 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:57 pm EDT)

Try McCain HQ men's room.

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Aug 14th 2008 at 8:05 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:05 pm EDT)

Well, I would normally suggest you could just read it at the store but you may have a hard time finding them if you live by me and my daughter because "someone" is going around taking them off the shelves and hiding them really, really well! ;)

Re: Free copies | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT)

YOU ARE TOOOOO FUNNY! I promise not to get the book police out after these invisible elves!

Re: Free copies | Report to Admin

By AJ in Illinois Aug 14th 2008 at 8:10 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:10 pm EDT)

Nice.

Search: Corsi Matalin | Report to Admin

By Jacquelyn 4 Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 7:54 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:54 pm EDT)

Just for the heck of it, I did a Google search on "Corsi Matalin" and found some interesting information: Link

I am, despite current evidence to the contrary, hoping that the American people will prove smarter than right-wing smear profiteers believe they are - and refuse to pay their hard earned money to the stinkers.

Fox | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 7:56 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:56 pm EDT)

fox's nine lies against Obama.

Link

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By grandma of 5 grandsons from Independence Missouri who knows the "Buck Stops Here" when I see It in Action! Obama/Biden 2008-2016 Aug 14th 2008 at 7:59 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:59 pm EDT)

RID

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By Grandma 3 from Western IL Aug 14th 2008 at 8:24 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:24 pm EDT)

Hi Grandma of five :) I sent you a friend request, but since your dashboard ( like mine ) covers up the place to write,it may seem strange. If so it is this Grandma :)

Re: McCain | Report to Admin

By Obama's Knights Aug 14th 2008 at 7:59 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:59 pm EDT)

But, just look into Putin's soul and you'll trust him like Bush and McSame.

Book Publisher | Report to Admin

By Common Sense Aug 14th 2008 at 7:59 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 7:59 pm EDT)

I hear that a Simon & Shuster imprint printed this crappy book. I would love it if Oprah came out and said that she would never promote another book by that publisher. We have to boycott this publisher and make them pay financially.

Re: Book Publisher | Report to Admin

By In Obama I trust Aug 14th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT)

That's such a great idea. What is Oprah's email?

Re: Book Publisher | Report to Admin

By MN Mama for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 10:04 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:04 pm EDT)

Does S&S have a liberal-only branch?? Their publishing lies as non-fiction is inexcusable. If Oprah can suggest a boycott, that would be great....but don't mention the name or author of the book!!

The Clintons are undermining the momentum | Report to Admin

By James a Vietnam Vet from NC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:00 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:00 pm EDT)

The Clintons are undermining the momentum potential of the Obama nomination. The speech
ok, but the vote will introduce speeches for the Clinton nomination and will help dilute the excitement of the great moment and help increase the schism that we have been trying to overcome. The American audience will not see this as just a normal role call vote, by the end they'll say "there they go again!" A big turnoff...and I say this as someone who first saw these conventions in 1950 and the problems stirred up...sometimes riots ensued.

Gonna make our campaign for Barack and a new beginning much more challenging. But we must just make up our minds to get this done!

Re: The Clintons are undermining the momentum | Report to Admin

By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 8:06 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:06 pm EDT)

Chicago riots go read how they started hmmm

Re: The Clintons are undermining the momentum | Report to Admin

By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 8:13 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:13 pm EDT)

Link Chicago riots at the DNC

Link

Re: The Clintons are undermining the momentum | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 10:05 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:05 pm EDT)

I hear you James. That is why I have said this should not happen!

Puma Get had on hardball | Report to Admin

By DAT Aug 14th 2008 at 8:00 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:00 pm EDT)

Watch and laugh for yourself~!!!!

Link

Re: Puma Get had on hardball | Report to Admin

By Mo Justice, Mo Peace Aug 14th 2008 at 8:37 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:37 pm EDT)

What a collection of idiots. Their logic makes no sense whatsoever.

Re: Puma Get had on hardball | Report to Admin

By IA for Obama ☮ Aug 14th 2008 at 9:03 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:03 pm EDT)

That was great. Thanks for sharing.

Rachel/Countdown | Report to Admin

By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:01 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:01 pm EDT)

Rachel hosting Countdown!

Re: Rachel/Countdown | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:04 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:04 pm EDT)

woohoo!!

Re: Rachel/Countdown | Report to Admin

By junior Aug 14th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT)

I like rachel i will be watching thanks

Barack Timeline | Report to Admin

By wendynyc Aug 14th 2008 at 8:01 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:01 pm EDT)

This is a lovely timeline about Barack in the NY Times:

Check it out

Link

Memo to MSNBC | Report to Admin

By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:02 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:02 pm EDT)

Rachel is on Countdown tonight!

I'm saying it's time to send MSNBC a note and demand that David Shuster takes over for Chris Mathews, and Rachel takes over for David Gregory.

Then we would have Shuster, Maddow and Keith all in a row!

That would be rockin and sooooo much better then those other two shmoooze.

Yaaa!!! | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:03 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:03 pm EDT)

Rachel Maddow is sitting in for Keith..... woohoo!!!

Re: Yaaa!!! | Report to Admin

By In Obama I trust Aug 14th 2008 at 8:49 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:49 pm EDT)

Please send an email to letters@msnbc.com to let them know how great Rachel is. I sent one in honor of David Shuster today.

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By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT)

Rachel looks great!!

I'm so glad MSNBC has come to their senses and put her on more.

She's so smart and witty!

Love her!

Re: Yaaa!!! | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:09 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:09 pm EDT)

She Rocks!!!

Campaign's new book: Change We Can Believe In... | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 8:06 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:06 pm EDT)

The campaign's new book "Change We Can Believe In" is set for release on September 9th. It is currently #215 on Amazon.com. Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could push a book to #1 on Amazon three weeks before it is even released. If you can afford it, please pre-order to book:

Link

If you personally cannot afford to, please ask your friends and family to purchase the book. The best way for us to combat the smears is to show the power of the grassroots to change the story. Can you imagine how powerful it would be to have a book about Barack's POLICIES reach #1 on Amazon and the NY Times best-seller list. The current Corsi book is #1 based on the strength of its BULK SALES to right-wing organizations. Let's be our own grassroots co-op and purchase copies of the upcoming campaign book in the millions.

Re: Campaign's new book: Change We Can Believe In... | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT)

Pre Ordered on Amazon... I would suggest every one else do the same to get that other piece of sh**t off the best seller list

Re: Campaign's new book: Change We Can Believe In... | Report to Admin

By stclaire for Obama 08 Aug 14th 2008 at 8:09 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:09 pm EDT)

Exactly...it's like saying...duh!!!

Re: Campaign's new book: Change We Can Believe In... | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 8:09 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:09 pm EDT)

Thanks John! You ROCK! I've pre-ordered 10 copies and I intend to distribute them to all of my neighbors...

Re: Campaign's new book: Change We Can Believe In... | Report to Admin

By Czarina CarolforObama Aug 14th 2008 at 8:11 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:11 pm EDT)

I preordered my copy today and I am willing to bet that this book will be No. 1 within the next five days.

Re: Campaign's new book: Change We Can Believe In... | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:12 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:12 pm EDT)

Hmmmm now I'm feeling like I should order more copies.... one for all my right leaning family members maybe?

Re: Campaign's new book: Change We Can Believe In... | Report to Admin

By Dana Maryland voter Aug 14th 2008 at 9:02 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:02 pm EDT)

I ordered two the other day! I love his other two books.

Re: Campaign's new book: Change We Can Believe In... | Report to Admin

By Rich from FLA Aug 14th 2008 at 10:56 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:56 pm EDT)

Just ordered it

Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By Donna No Shock Barack No Drama Obama of MD Aug 14th 2008 at 8:09 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:09 pm EDT)

Here is the David Shuster clip on Hardball with the PUMA people:Link

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By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:14 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:14 pm EDT)

I think we should have a contest for the best meaning for the acronym PUMA.... if your clever you might get a donation out of me....

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By JAchickforObama FKA Annie Oakley Aug 14th 2008 at 8:15 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:15 pm EDT)

I love that idea!

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT)

Lets do it.... you go first...

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By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT)

ok I'll go first.... People Under Mental Anguish.... hahahah I crack myself up!!

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By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 8:22 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:22 pm EDT)

Pissed, uncontrolable, mad, asses

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT)

NICE!!

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By Tracy DC ☮DC T☮ YesWeDid Aug 14th 2008 at 8:28 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:28 pm EDT)

Pathetic Unimportant Moping A-SESS

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By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:30 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:30 pm EDT)

hahahahaha!!!! sweet... you guys are clever as hell!

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By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 8:35 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:35 pm EDT)

Pain Up My As=s

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By Lace; Yes We Did Aug 14th 2008 at 8:43 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:43 pm EDT)

hahaha

lmao

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By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:53 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:53 pm EDT)

Hit you up Tammi

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 8:45 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:45 pm EDT)

John, donation please

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By Tracy DC ☮DC T☮ YesWeDid Aug 14th 2008 at 8:50 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:50 pm EDT)

Yeah I want one too-lolLink

Puss-filled Underbellies Mucking Around!

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By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:58 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:58 pm EDT)

Wow Tracy.... that is pretty graphic... you should do sci fi horror writings... unfortunaely i just made a couple donations but definately take an iou... I WILL remember

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By Tracy DC ☮DC T☮ YesWeDid Aug 14th 2008 at 9:00 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:00 pm EDT)

LOL--That's cool. Sorry you had to get that visual right before bed!

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 9:05 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:05 pm EDT)

no problem I don't scare easy....

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT)

Ht you up Tammi

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By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 9:08 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:08 pm EDT)

Thank you thank you thank you

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 8:31 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:31 pm EDT)

Well there's really only one meaning and the Clinton Pumas have used it for their PAC. The Urban dictionary says that a "Puma" is a woman too young to be a "Cougar" but who still likes to go after younger men. I assume the original Cougar name was after the cat and is a play on words as in "catting around" with the rather sexist idea that an older woman going after a younger man is somehow dangerous (men go after younger women all the time and just get an "atta boy").

Moving on. Now the bitter and obsessed female Clinton supporters registered their official PAC "People United Means Action!" with the acronym P.U.M.A. One assumes they came up with the acronym and THEN thought up a name because the actual name is a bit on the lame side.

Why they would want to name their group their group after a rather sexist, probably male derived epithet for a single woman in her late 30's and 40's is something you will have to ask them. It's beyond me!

How about it john? | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT)

Oh and, John, if you are really serious about donating, I want you to know I had to do extive research for that last posting! :) And here is my entry! "Pathetically Unable to Manage Anguish" Care to donate? Link

Re: How about it john? | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:50 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:50 pm EDT)

Hit you up

Re: How about it john? | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 8:56 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:56 pm EDT)

Wow John, thanks! You are very generous! Hugs!

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By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 9:12 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:12 pm EDT)

Wow John, you gave me 40% of what I have earned thus far, you are very generous, I thank you!

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By Max Hussein Who lives in orange County California and has HOPE! Aug 14th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT)

Hello Ms. Sequim, Wa..

Just to claiify..there are two pumas.

BIG PUMA Party Unity My Ass... millions of dollars

Little Puma Pac.. a knock off... People United Means Action PAC... the one with 50k...

Peace from the OC

I rewound my DVR to double check this thing.. just alittle note

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 8:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:48 pm EDT)

Thanks Max! Didn't know about the other one but of course, they did the same thing as the little one. They are still shooting themselves in the feet. :)

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By stclaire for Obama 08 Aug 14th 2008 at 8:58 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:58 pm EDT)

Until now I totally don't understand what they stand for. Anyway, Donna, thanks for the link although I don't have that time to hear what these two constipated people are talking about. Once again, PUMA folks or whatever you are stand for; how is it that when it comes to financial issue, you people are nowhere to find? Now, that impression already instilled to mind that you people are just talk. If you truly support Sen. Clinton, you people could have contributed at least $100.00 each and her debt could have totally erased and that could have alleviate her financial anxiety.

Sorry Obama family, I just have to take that torn out of my side.

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By Czarina rhiannon hussein aka le chat Aug 14th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT)

Thanks. I can't wait to watch this again. It was great. LMAO

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By Czarina rhiannon hussein aka le chat Aug 14th 2008 at 8:20 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:20 pm EDT)

I'm still learning 'text language'; hope LMAO means what I think it does! :)

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By Joy IA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:37 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:37 pm EDT)

Personally I prefer to go with
LMFAO or ROFLMFAO... :-)

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 8:51 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:51 pm EDT)

Translating for you :) LMAO= Laugh My A** Off. ROFLMAO= Roll of the floor and LMAO. If you want to learn more, go here: Link LOL

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 8:53 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:53 pm EDT)

As for the "F", you get the picture, right? :)

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By Gail"not making decisions based on fear, but Hope and Possibility" Leach from SC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:20 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:20 pm EDT)

He kicked their butts! They are very scary people. I especially liked it when he called the woman out on the money they have raised. From 6million to 50,000. Wow!!

Re: Go David Shuster Go! | Report to Admin

By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:50 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:50 pm EDT)

Thank you for posting! These people aren't Hillary supporters! These people have their own agenda!

Do the right thing no matter what! | Report to Admin

By grandma of 5 grandsons from Independence Missouri who knows the "Buck Stops Here" when I see It in Action! Obama/Biden 2008-2016 Aug 14th 2008 at 8:12 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:12 pm EDT)

Many of these Washington insiders can't really take the heat folks!

They wouldn't know what to do with a REAL campaign if it walked up & slapped them in the face!!!

That is exactly what is happening here with OUR campaign because.....

"I'm asking you to believe. Not just in my ability to bring about change in Washington...I'm asking you to believe in YOURS." Senator Barack Obama 2008

Don't ever forget..."We Are the Change We've been Waiting For..."

Ignore the rest of the silly season of McStaleMate & the rest of the DC Insiders, regardless of Party!
Obama '08 & '12
"Yes We Can"
"Yes We Will"
"Yes We Are!"
A Grandma from Missouri

Democrats need to attack | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 9:19 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:19 pm EDT)

With all due respect Grandma, I've been around Democratic politics for 45 years and this nasty book is bad news. Yes, the 40 page answer was the right thing to do but we need to do more. Not the Obama campaign, of course, but we Democrats MUST act, or this piece of fiction is going to cause a LOT of damage. It always does!

Does anyone know of any similar McCain book coming out? MoveON, where are you when we need you???? The difference is, of course, that we can come up with PLENTY of very damaging stuff on McCain without telling one lie. We can start with how he dumped his wife and go on to how he wants to privatize social security!

Time to take off the kid gloves!

Re: Democrats need to attack | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 9:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:23 pm EDT)

By the way, since Mary Madalin edited THIS book, maybe we could get James Carville to edit the McCain book. That's a guy who isn't afraid to walk on the dark side and it would be poetic justice.

Re: Democrats need to attack | Report to Admin

By Soma Aug 14th 2008 at 10:35 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:35 pm EDT)

I'm sure he's willing - for a price. He sells himself to the highest bidder, just like Matalin.

Is ANYBODY From the GOP Going To The Convention? | Report to Admin

By Czarina CarolforObama Aug 14th 2008 at 8:15 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:15 pm EDT)

Wow! Every time I look around, I hear of yet another Republican who will NOT be attending the convention. At this rate, the Repugs can probably just settle for holding the convention in John McCain's basement.

Re: Is ANYBODY From the GOP Going To The Convention? | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:17 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:17 pm EDT)

lol. Maybe they will secretly be attending Ron Paul's convention.

Re: Is ANYBODY From the GOP Going To The Convention? | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 9:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:26 pm EDT)

Oh that is EXCELLENT! LMFAO

Re: Is ANYBODY From the GOP Going To The Convention? | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:20 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:20 pm EDT)

Or they will be at Obamas convention in big nose, mustache and dark glasses disguises. Hoping to get some inspiration for once.

Re: Is ANYBODY From the GOP Going To The Convention? | Report to Admin

By Soma Aug 14th 2008 at 10:41 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:41 pm EDT)

Yes, so far about 10 of them are definitely not going.

Phil Gramm Attends McCain Campaign Briefing | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT)

Link

We all knew that Gramm wasn't really gone. McCain is still embracing this man's policies regardless of what they are calling it.

Unfit For Publication!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By !Rhonda - Prov. 23:7=> As A Man/Woman Thinks in His/Her Heart, So Is He/She...We ARE Creative & Innovative... Jobs, Jobs, Jobs Aug 14th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:16 pm EDT)

Jerome Corsi's Bird Cage Dropping Catcher book is Unfit for Publication...Trash.

Link

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By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 8:17 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:17 pm EDT)

They'll be discussing this on Countdown momentarily. Everyone turn on MSNBC.

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By CBSNNJ: Yes We STILL Can! Aug 14th 2008 at 9:28 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:28 pm EDT)

I agree, it is trash! But I won't put it in my birds' cages because I love them ;-)

Baracky 11 is out: enjoy | Report to Admin

By BAKASSI (Fanor for Obama) Aug 14th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT)

Link

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By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT)

It's awesome and on DIGG too.

Evening WrapUp...Won't Be Swiftboated..Unfit for Publication...and YES, Obama Bodysurfs... | Report to Admin

By Darlene from Mundelein, IL Aug 14th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:18 pm EDT)

Link

Buy the book!! | Report to Admin

By Scott in PA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:19 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:19 pm EDT)

As ChicagoMK has been posting, lets buy the Obama Campaigns new book in order to push up to number 1 on the charts.
We can push the obamanation book right out!

Link

Re: Buy the book!! | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 8:21 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:21 pm EDT)

and If you order more than 3 copies shipping is free.

Re: Phil Gramm Attends McCain Campaign Briefing | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 9:28 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:28 pm EDT)

Oh yes! And then we can all Digg it!

Who are you crapping? | Report to Admin

By David in Carpentersville, IL Aug 14th 2008 at 8:20 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:20 pm EDT)

The Score radio station in Chicago has an afternoon segment called “Who are you crapping”. The point of the segment is for callers to point out hypocrisy wherever they hear it. The only rule is that the comment must end with the words “Who are you crapping”. Since the Score is a sports station most all time the calls are about sports, but today was different. John McCain had three crap’s tossed his way. The one that I like the most was from a caller in Oklahoma, and it went like this.

“This week John McCain commenting on the situation between Russia and Georgia said that in the 21st century nations don’t invade other nations. This is the same John McCain who said in January that the Iraq war was not a mistake. Well, by John’s definition the US is not a nation, and that we are not Americans since in the same interview he said that we are all Georgians now, so John McCain who are you crapping”

I don’t know if the caller is a Barack supporter, but it’s nice to know that people are paying attention even if the MSM wants to ignore or gloss over McCain’s hypocrisy.

To the guy from Oklahoma, if you are a support of Barack’s and reading this post, nice crap.

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By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:23 pm EDT)

Good stuff!!

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By Unknown user Aug 14th 2008 at 8:30 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:30 pm EDT)

Do not forget watch larry King tonight

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By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 9:32 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:32 pm EDT)

I know. It's Gorby, but I never miss Olbermann so it will have to wait until the rerun. :)

Timing is everything or is it? | Report to Admin

By Obama will be President soon Aug 14th 2008 at 8:22 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:22 pm EDT)

Is it just me over thinking things

Or is the timing of the book Obamanation hitting the shelves before the convention
well executed by Carville and his wife
Did the Clintons know the book would be put out 2 weeks before convention(via Carville)
Is that why she put out induendos(video) that she thought her supporters needed catharsasism (sp?) and there should be a roll call to help them and 1 week prior to convention her name is on the vote
Is she hoping that the party will turn her way at the last minute
Why are all 3 Clintons speaking at the convention?
Did we not hear enough from all of them during the primaries?
Obama won the primary fair and square with the required amount of delegates
The convention is the time to unite the party, lets pray this all works out.
I have faith with Obamas team ,they have always been miles ahead strategically but I do not fully understand this one
Any thoughts?

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By sheilasnewyork Aug 14th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT)

I mentioned all of this earlier in the thread
I just don't get why the Democrats have caved in to all of Hillary's demands...
with her name up for nomination and all delegates to vote....
and Bill to give the speech on Wednesday to introduce the VP......
mmmmmmmmmm HILLARY?????

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By Obama will be President soon Aug 14th 2008 at 8:42 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:42 pm EDT)

I was wondering too if Hillary was getting the vp and thats how they see all this working out

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By Nashfan for Obama in Phoenix, who has had "ENOUGH!" Aug 15th 2008 at 4:20 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 4:20 am EDT)

I think the dems are trying to get the Clintons to support Obama. It that means kissing their #$%^, so be it. The party cannot afford to be divided.

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By Zhana Aug 14th 2008 at 8:39 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:39 pm EDT)

I don't put anything past some of the old guard... but this nomination fight is over.

It is too late for Hillary to pull a team together, or raise the money to wage an effective campaign. What would happen to Obama's supporters? She would not get a dime from the 2 million donors. She could not get the millions Barack has already raised. She would not get the support of the 1 million grassroots volunteers. All of the voter registration efforts would end...

In other words, she [and the democratic party] would lose this thing big time. It is far too late for changes. Obama is our presumptive nominee today - and will be the official nominee in 2 weeks. The swiftboaters played their hand too early... we have enough time to show them for the liars that they are.

Zhana
(Alpharetta, GA)

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By Dave Aug 14th 2008 at 9:02 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:02 pm EDT)

Zhana, don't you get it.....If the primary vote was reversed, either in a few weeks at the convention or in the last few months by the super delegates, Barack Obama would HAVE TO be Hillary's VP..The party would force him to....it is the only way the Democrats could win...if Hillary had stolen the election by getting the superdelegates to mobilize against Obama she would have to make him VP...

That would give her his 100M$ funds, and make him part of the campaign mobilizing volunteers....

Look, if Obama lost Indiana and North Carolina after losing PA by 15 points, Hillary would have gotten the super delegates to reverse the national vote, used this to push Obama down in the polls against her and McCain, and hurt him to make herself the nominee..at that point he would have to be VP.....Obama knew that......

Hillary doesn't care....the convention is in a few weeks..if there is a 1% chance that something could come up that she could use to get it reversed, that is good enough odds for her....She just doesn't care........

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Aug 14th 2008 at 9:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:23 pm EDT)

i for one would be asking australia helen to find a house for me in queensland, as i'd have to leave the country, as planned before barack came on the scene. thank goodness i won't have to do that, eh?

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By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 9:45 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:45 pm EDT)

This is NOT going to happen. No way the superdelagates will let it happen. In fact, Hillary will be losing votes on the floor. Many who originally went to her are just plain ticked off at her now. Even some of the pledged delegates may change. I'm sure they are all going to get plenty of letters!

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By Sammie Aug 14th 2008 at 10:10 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:10 pm EDT)

Of course Hillary doesnt care because Hillary wants to be President. ANYTHING can happen at the convention. We hope ALL delegates vote as expected and that Super Delegates dont switch sides. Im sure there is a lot going on behind the scenes right now. I would have LOVED for Hillary to have bowed out completely and by releasing her delegates......last June. That didn't happen. Once past the convention ....I think it's home sailing to election day against McCain but there is NO NOMINEE until the Delegates SAY SO. We'll know for sure ....at the convention.

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By sheilasnewyork Aug 14th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT)

OK....if you really think this is a wrap with Hillary....
the very book Obama Nation that everyone is screaming about is being published by none other than Mary Matalin....James Carvelle's wife.
Are you seriously going to tell me the Clinton's didn't have a heads up on this book being published and released 2 weeks before the convention?? Puh-leeeeeez

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Aug 14th 2008 at 9:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:26 pm EDT)

don't forget she's a republican, and sure, we all have known it was coming out for a long time, and when.

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By Political Gal Friend Aug 15th 2008 at 12:33 pm EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:33 pm EDT)

I agree,there is no way she and Bill would not have known that this book was coming out at this time. Washington is a small town and gossip is the second biggest game in town, politics being the first. (I lived and worked there for two decades.)
She kept saying that "anything can happen before the convention." My question is -- if she had even a hint of this, why didn't she give Sen. Obama a heads up? Why didn't she release her delegates? Why is she pushing to take over the convention? She lost; she did not win.
Sen Obama may trust her. I don't.
But We will elect Sen.Obama. WE must to save our country from fascism. We're closer to that than anyone ever realized or wanted to know.
We also need to fight this latest McCain supported garbage with all our energies. But IMHO, you are right. She had to know.

Re: Timing is everything or is it? | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 10:06 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:06 pm EDT)

I hear you Dave and I don't like what is happening!!

Re: Corsi is right on! | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:24 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:24 pm EDT)

good lord

Re: Corsi is right on! | Report to Admin

By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT)

Jimmy, your hole awaits

Re: Corsi is right on! | Report to Admin

By Czarina CarolforObama Aug 14th 2008 at 8:28 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:28 pm EDT)

Getting out a firehouse loaded with RID. Now, I'm spraying a tsunami right on that fool's head.

Re: Corsi is right on! | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 8:27 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:27 pm EDT)

TID donation?

Link

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By CherylacanuckRN4BO Aug 14th 2008 at 8:30 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:30 pm EDT)

As I posted above, I knew Carville was a racist the first time I saw him and heard him speak. He may SAY he's a democrat, but when he's behind that curtain voting, he will not be voting for Obama!! He and his wife have more in common than you think.

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By carla Aug 14th 2008 at 8:33 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:33 pm EDT)

Thank you Jimmy!! God Bless you. Now you can go back to the kingdom of shadows where you live. Hope the Lord's light shine on you sooner or later.

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By NOWMD IL Aug 14th 2008 at 8:35 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:35 pm EDT)

I will be buying 10 of Obama's Books.Just so it pisses Overly red face(HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE)Corsi off.

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Aug 14th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT)

You're not that lame are you Jimmy? The attorney's indeed had to be certain to verify that the nutbag quoted nothing as fact; just our freedom of speech to his or an opinion of another lame duck. Hello? That's what attorney's do with every book that mentions another in a defamatory way.

Chris Kofinis | Report to Admin

By Alisa Aug 14th 2008 at 8:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:23 pm EDT)

Is anybody else crazy about this guy like I am?

He has been faithfully out there holding it down on behalf of the Obama campaign, and I don't even think he is an official part of the Obama team.

He is better than most of the other surrogates! I hope Senator Obama is taking notice of Mr. Kofinis, because he certainly deserves some props.

In an Obama administration, I would absolutely LOVE to see him as press secretary. He is awsome.

Re: Chris Kofinis | Report to Admin

By meta Aug 14th 2008 at 8:25 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:25 pm EDT)

Everyone keeps talking about him but I've never seen him - don't have cable TV. Anyone have a video? I'm very curious about this guy.....

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By Czarina CarolforObama Aug 14th 2008 at 8:27 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:27 pm EDT)

Hey....that's a GREAT idea...Chris Kofinis as Obama's press secretary. He'd be excellent!

Re: Chris Kofinis | Report to Admin

By Alisa Aug 14th 2008 at 8:33 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:33 pm EDT)

I know, right?

Press Secretary is just screaming his name!

Re: Chris Kofinis | Report to Admin

By IA for Obama ☮ Aug 14th 2008 at 9:21 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:21 pm EDT)

Here you go, meta (had never seen him before myself):

Link

Re: Chris Kofinis | Report to Admin

By Soma Aug 14th 2008 at 10:45 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:45 pm EDT)

He was part of the Edwards team. Chris Kofnis is very witty and plays it straight. He should join our team.

Re: Chris Kofinis | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT)

I really like him. I hope he has a role and Donna Brazille in the Obama administration.

BTW, don't engage the person above and Unknown User...I've reported both.

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By Sammie Aug 14th 2008 at 10:19 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:19 pm EDT)

He worked on the John Edwards campaign. I feel very sorry for him....he was put there to fry and lie for Edwards regarding his ......'the other woman' rumors at the time. He seems like an honest forthright man to me...and genuin Obama supporter.

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By In Obama I trust Aug 14th 2008 at 8:29 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:29 pm EDT)

You are so right. He would make a fabulous press secretary. Does anyone know how to email Chris Kofinis to thank him for a job well done?

Re: Chris Kofinis | Report to Admin

By Czarina JB in Arizona Aug 14th 2008 at 8:29 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:29 pm EDT)

This guy is great. He has been a strong advocate of Barack since Edwards suspended his campaign, even before Edwards endorsed Obama. I hope there is a place for him in the BO camp.

Re: Chris Kofinis | Report to Admin

By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:48 pm EDT)

He was very good!

Chris Kofinis is "Smoking ". | Report to Admin

By !Rhonda - Prov. 23:7=> As A Man/Woman Thinks in His/Her Heart, So Is He/She...We ARE Creative & Innovative... Jobs, Jobs, Jobs Aug 14th 2008 at 8:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:23 pm EDT)

Chris is on Keith O and he just said that Barack is the Leader of the Democratic Party no matter what anyone thinks or says.
Chris K. is a strong advocate and surrogate for Barack Obama.

Re: Chris Kofinis is "Smoking ". | Report to Admin

By Alisa Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT)

LOL.

We must have been writing our posts at the same time. I just posted about Chris right before you.

He is da BOMB!

Re: Chris Kofinis is "Smoking ". | Report to Admin

By !Rhonda - Prov. 23:7=> As A Man/Woman Thinks in His/Her Heart, So Is He/She...We ARE Creative & Innovative... Jobs, Jobs, Jobs Aug 14th 2008 at 8:34 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:34 pm EDT)

Alisha.........Great minds think alike.(LOL).

Change You Can Believe In Book Clubs??? | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT)

What do you all think about hosting hundreds of 'Change You Can Believe In" book clubs after the release of the book on September 9th? I think that if Obama supporters hosted book clubs in our communities talking specifically about the policies in the book this could be a great mobilization tool for the general election. Any thoughts on this? Should I suggest the idea to the campaign? Perhaps they already planned such an idea.

Re: Change You Can Believe In Book Clubs??? | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 8:27 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:27 pm EDT)

Wow I love that idea!

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By Czarina CarolforObama Aug 14th 2008 at 8:29 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:29 pm EDT)

Most excellent idea. We can post it as an event and ask people to bring others who are sitting on the fence.

Re: Change You Can Believe In Book Clubs??? | Report to Admin

By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 8:30 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:30 pm EDT)

Thanks Renee. I will contact the campaign and suggest this...

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By Sammie Aug 14th 2008 at 10:21 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:21 pm EDT)

I think some policies have shifted a bit since that book. There have been a few comprimises since then but what a good idea....a Book Club...Maybe Oprah would host it!

Re: Change You Can Believe In Book Clubs??? | Report to Admin

By Political Gal Friend Aug 15th 2008 at 12:39 pm EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:39 pm EDT)

YOur idea is great!
Does anyone in Chicago know Oprah? If she put his book on her book club list, he would sell more than could be published fast enough to keep up. Remember,she supports our man!
How about a write in suggestion to her book club in Chicago?
Doe snyone have her company's address?
A vet for Obama

Re: Change You Can Believe In Book Clubs??? | Report to Admin

By Tracy DC ☮DC T☮ YesWeDid Aug 14th 2008 at 8:31 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:31 pm EDT)

Fabulous idea!

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By CBSNNJ: Yes We STILL Can! Aug 14th 2008 at 8:36 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:36 pm EDT)

I love this!

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By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:37 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:37 pm EDT)

Excellent Idea. I'm sure this would generate some great discussion among groups.

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By ChicagoMK Aug 14th 2008 at 8:40 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:40 pm EDT)

OK I just got off the phone with my brother in law and shared this idea with him. He says that there might already be something like in the works on the campaign's part. If I don't hear anything from the campaign by early September, then I suggest that we as grassroots supporters just go ahead and organize our own book club events...

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By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:45 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:45 pm EDT)

Good Job!

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By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:51 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:51 pm EDT)

I agree, this is a good idea!

Attack FOX NOISE | Report to Admin

By Debra from Austin Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:26 pm EDT)

Please see the link below and go on line to sign a petition to stop other media from using Fox News lies. This IS WORTHWHILE! (Sorry if it's been posted before).

Link

Re: Attack FOX NOISE | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 8:28 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:28 pm EDT)

done

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By Solar Obama 08! Aug 14th 2008 at 8:32 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:32 pm EDT)

done

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By !Rhonda - Prov. 23:7=> As A Man/Woman Thinks in His/Her Heart, So Is He/She...We ARE Creative & Innovative... Jobs, Jobs, Jobs Aug 14th 2008 at 8:41 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:41 pm EDT)

Triple Done.

Re: Attack FOX NOISE | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:33 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:33 pm EDT)

SIGNED.

Re: Corsi is right on! | Report to Admin

By Sammie Aug 14th 2008 at 10:14 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:14 pm EDT)

Many Dems are racist. Just because a person is a registered Democrat doesn't mean they are NOT racist anymore than to think that a registered Republican is racist. One has nothing to do with the other.....best to not confuse this.

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By Soma Aug 14th 2008 at 10:44 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:44 pm EDT)

Unfortunately, I have found this to be true and it is very troubling.

Email/call your bookstore: tell them to pull "The Obama Nation" from shelves | Report to Admin

By Barath Aug 14th 2008 at 8:29 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:29 pm EDT)

Contact Barnes and Noble here:

customerservice@bn.com

Call your local bookstore.

I'm emailing them the link to the PDF that debunks it and telling them I'm not buying another book from their stores unless they pull this book immediately. Here's the link:

Link

Back to the Old Puma v Puma | Report to Admin

By Max Hussein Who lives in orange County California and has HOPE! Aug 14th 2008 at 8:31 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:31 pm EDT)

conversation...

BIG PUMA is Party Unity My Ass

little puny puma is People United Means Action PAC

Big puma big money big players

little puma.. a little bit envious of barack and their big 'sister'?

Peace from the OC

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By Sammie Aug 14th 2008 at 10:25 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:25 pm EDT)

Im all for freedom and surely wouldn't want every book I disagree with PULLED from the shelves....I dont care for that idea one bit. Imagine what McCain would DO WITH THAT ....if suddenly books were pulled from shelves because Obama supporters dont agree with them.....and boycott stores that sell them? Many MANY BAD and DANGEROUS books are sold in book stores...lets boycott over a reason other than politics.

Book | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Aug 14th 2008 at 8:35 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:35 pm EDT)

Keep posting the link to Obama's book. I am logging off. The link is in my blog Change We Can Believe In from yesterday if you can't find it.

Link

Please post the link to pre-order the book to the overnight thread.

Joe Klein: McCain has severe character defect. | Report to Admin

By BAKASSI (Fanor for Obama) Aug 14th 2008 at 8:35 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:35 pm EDT)

T]here is no excuse for what the McCain campaign is doing on the "putting America first" front. There is no way to balance it, or explain it other than as evidence of a severe character defect on the part of the candidate who allows it to be used. There is a straight up argument to be had in this election: Mcain has a vastly different view from Obama about foreign policy, taxation, health care, government action...you name it. He has lots of experience; it is always shocking to remember that this time four years ago, Barack Obama was still in the Illinois State Legislature. Apparently, though, McCain isn't confident that conservative policies and personal experience can win, given the ruinous state of the nation after eight years of Bush. So he has made a fateful decision: he has personally impugned Obama's patriotism and allows his surrogates to continue to do that. By doing so, he has allied himself with those who smeared him, his wife, his daughter Bridget, in 2000. Those tactics won George Bush a primary--and a nomination. But they proved a form of slow-acting spiritual poison, rotting the core of the Bush presidency. We'll see if the public decides to acquiesce in sleaze in 2008, and what sort of presidency--what sort of country--that will produce.

I just got a text message from the campaign | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:37 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:37 pm EDT)

and almost fainted because I thought it was the VP choice announcement. I almost got choked on my food (lol). It was only asking what my zip code was to be alerted of events close to my area. I need to calm down.

Re: I just got a text message from the campaign | Report to Admin

By !Rhonda - Prov. 23:7=> As A Man/Woman Thinks in His/Her Heart, So Is He/She...We ARE Creative & Innovative... Jobs, Jobs, Jobs Aug 14th 2008 at 8:42 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:42 pm EDT)

Tori...you are so funny(LOL).

Re: Joe Klein: McCain has severe character defect. | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:49 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:49 pm EDT)

Here is the link Link

Obama Hawaii Bodysurfing Picrtures, August 14, 2008 | Report to Admin

By Darlene from Mundelein, IL Aug 14th 2008 at 8:41 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:41 pm EDT)

Link

Re: Obama Hawaii Bodysurfing Picrtures, August 14, 2008 | Report to Admin

By MOG-- Champaign, IL Aug 14th 2008 at 8:46 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:46 pm EDT)

Can the man just go on vacation with out the entire nation watching. I am sure he must think people are watching him when he is in the bathroom.

Re: Obama Hawaii Bodysurfing Picrtures, August 14, 2008 | Report to Admin

By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Aug 14th 2008 at 8:52 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:52 pm EDT)

I have to say it:

BARACK LOOKS REALLY GOOD BODY SURFING!!!!!

Sorry,but Barack is a very good looking man!

Re: Obama Hawaii Bodysurfing Picrtures, August 14, 2008 | Report to Admin

By MOG-- Champaign, IL Aug 14th 2008 at 8:56 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:56 pm EDT)

LOL yeah okay he is FINNNNNE

Re: Obama Hawaii Bodysurfing Picrtures, August 14, 2008 | Report to Admin

By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Aug 14th 2008 at 9:02 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:02 pm EDT)

True, true, which makes all the guys hate him even more. They criticize him because he is

1. intelligent
2. articulate
3. popular
4. positive
5. faithful to his wife
6. handsome
7. our next president.

Gee, I thought all these were traits we would all WANT......but now, somehow, they have become negative. What a sick bunch of green-eyed-monsters.

Re: Obama Hawaii Bodysurfing Picrtures, August 14, 2008 | Report to Admin

By In Obama I trust Aug 14th 2008 at 9:19 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:19 pm EDT)

The last picture is touching. Caption reads "throwing a lei, where Obama scattered his mother's ashes."

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By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:43 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:43 pm EDT)

I'm willing to bet that you ride the short bus.

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By ZDR Aug 14th 2008 at 8:55 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:55 pm EDT)

He already rides the short bus.

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By Czarina CarolforObama Aug 14th 2008 at 9:04 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:04 pm EDT)

You always know you're on the right track when the trolls start abandoning the bridges they've been stationed underneath.

LOL! Nice try, Jimmy boy, but as usual, your words are falling on deaf ears.

tsk tsk.

Must be really frustrating when everything you try backfires.

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Aug 14th 2008 at 9:04 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:04 pm EDT)

I worked at DMV, we didn't accept anything of which you would claim as a "document of proof"... although there were a few of the the uneducated that would continue to try and argue that someone "told" them that the bogus piece of paper was legit. You remind me of a few of those customer's whom are still trying to dream up a way to become a United States citizen.

Re: Joe Klein: McCain has severe character defect. | Report to Admin

By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:47 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:47 pm EDT)

McBush doesn't care about the Vets and his voting record proves it:

McCain Voted Against Veteran’s Health Care At Least SIX Times. [SCR 18, Vote #55, 3/16/05][SCR 95, Vote #40, 3/10/04][S1689, Vote #379, 10/14/03][SCR 23, Vote #81, 3/25/03][SCR 23, Vote #74, 3/21/03][S 936, Vote #168, 7/10/97]

McCain Voted Against Increasing Veterans’ Health Care By $2.8 Billion.

In 2005, McCain voted against an amendment that would have increased funding for veterans’ health care by $2.8 billion for fiscal 2006 and reduced the deficit by $2.8 billion. The amendment failed 47-53. [SCR 18, Vote #55, 3/16/05]
McCain Voted Against $1.8 Billion In Veterans Health Care Funding. In 2004, McCain voted against an amendment that would create a reserve fund to allow for an increase in veterans medical care by $1.8 billion. The amendment failed 46-51. [SCR 95, Vote #40, 3/10/04]

McCain Voted Against Increasing Funding For Veterans Health Programs By $1.8 Billion.

In 2003, McCain voted against an amendment that would reduce the amount provided for Iraqi reconstruction by $5.03 billion, and redirect that funding for domestic programs, including $1.8 billion for veterans’ health benefits. The motion to table the amendment passed 59-35. [S1689, Vote #379, 10/14/03]

McCain Voted Against Increasing Veterans’ Health Care Funding By $20.3 Billion.

In 2003, McCain voted against increasing spending on the veterans’ health care program TRICARE by $20.3 billion over 10 years to give members of the National Guard and Reserves and their families greater access to the health care program. The amendment failed 46-51. [SCR 23, Vote #81, 3/25/03]

McCain Voted Against Increasing Funding For Veterans Programs By $1 Billion.

In 2003, McCain voted against increasing spending on veterans’ programs by approximately $1 billion and putting the same amount toward deficit reduction. The amount would be offset by a reduction in tax cuts. The amendment failed 49-51. [SCR 23, Vote #74, 3/21/03]

McCain Voted Against Shifting Funds To Provide Improved Veterans’ Health Benefits.

In 1997, McCain voted to table an amendment that would require the Defense secretary to transfer $400 million to the secretary of Veteran’s Affairs in fiscal 1998 for veteran’s benefits. The motion to table passed 58-41. [S 936, Vote #168, 7/10/97]

JOHN McCAIN IS LOYAL ONLY TO HIMSELF | Report to Admin

By captain o - hopemonger Aug 14th 2008 at 8:47 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:47 pm EDT)

What kind of a "man" would sell out his own family?

Link

The Motive | Report to Admin

By Larry in Georgia Aug 14th 2008 at 8:42 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:42 pm EDT)

A recognizable face has finally been put on the motive behind the Hillary Clinton supporters and it is not pretty. I happened to catch a brief conversation on Darragh Murphy from a PUMA woman who claims that she will never vote for Obama even when he becomes the nominee. This woman was pressed as to whether or not she is a Republican in disguise because her stance on the issues is definitely the same as the Democratic Party. After being pressed about her nonsensical response she finally volunteered that the issues is that the power of the party is at stake.

A light bulb went on. These are people who are entrenched in the party politics and have been forever. They owe their allegiance to and positions of influence to the Clintons. When Obama is nominated they are definitely out. But hold on a minute! If Obama looses the election guess who is STILL in control of the Democratic Party. Now a clear motive and strategy unfolds for those seemingly irrational people. They are very rational and dangerous. They care more about their access to power and possible ascension to that power than they care about winning an election. The reality is that it is not even about Obama. It is all about them.

Regardless of what happens, the Clintons will still be protected. Surely they loose the positions of King and Queen of the party but they are not banished and will remain influential. However, the Clintons can not fulfill the promises that may have been made to the faithful who worked so hard for them starting with Hillary’s run as a senator in NY. It is difficult for them to see their efforts go up in smoke and have an upstart from Illinois place in those coveted party positions.
It is all about loss of POWER!

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By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Aug 14th 2008 at 9:13 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:13 pm EDT)

Larry...I completely agree.

Towards the end of the primary, Hillary, Bill and their supporters were desperate. There desire to win was strange. It was more than just wanting to be President, wanting to do what's best for the country. It was desperate. As if they HAD to win.

I have maintained that the Clintons owe a lot to a lot of people. The Clintons come with a lot of baggage, and we are seeing it.

This is, indeed, bigger than Obama. You notice how they never really blame him. They blame everyone and everything except him.

I remember thinking about what I would do if Obama lost. It never occurred to me to vote for McCain. I said that I'd write Obama in, or stay home. But there was nothing in me that wanted revenge like they seem to want. So strange.

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By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 10:12 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:12 pm EDT)

I agree Imie!

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By Gwen, a Californian who knows Barack will be our next President Aug 14th 2008 at 9:30 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:30 pm EDT)

I think you are right. There is power and, don't forget, money at stake. Bill has proclaimed that he is so proud to see what a leader Hillary has become. I believe the Clintons feel they should continue to be the leaders of the party. And again, you are right, that is what all the maneuvering around the convention is about.

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By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 10:13 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:13 pm EDT)

Good Points Gwen!!

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By Soma Aug 14th 2008 at 10:56 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:56 pm EDT)

There is a huge money component involved here. Let's not forget Paul v. Clinton and pardongate where people sold favors freely. I believe Hillary's brothers were involved in this as well.
The Clintons have wealthy donors and owe them. It is therefore crucial for them to remain in power at all costs.

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By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 10:11 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:11 pm EDT)

Good points Larry!

Unbelievable | Report to Admin

By John, Another left handed 3 point shooter Aug 14th 2008 at 8:42 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:42 pm EDT)

Someone should sue this Corsi guy for defamation at the least. I cannot believe this book will debut on the Non Fiction list. Has everyone lost thier frickin minds!!! Oprah should have this guy on and shame him like she did the guy who wrote Million Little Pieces.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Aug 14th 2008 at 8:45 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:45 pm EDT)

and do you know how it's on the NYT bestseller list? it's from PRE-orders; and NO ONE has to actually BUY this piece of trash. they just have to pre-order and cancel. UGH!!

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By Czarina CarolforObama Aug 14th 2008 at 8:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:48 pm EDT)

Also, I just heard on Countdown that these right wing groups are buying these books by the hundreds, perhaps even the thousands and then distributing them out.

So, when the NY Times puts the book as number one on its bestseller list, it has a HUGE asterisk beside it.

Barack's book, on the other hand, will be a REAL bestseller.

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By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:48 pm EDT)

AND...

Because the right-wing-nut-jobs buy it in bulk and then give it away, trying to spread the LIES.

The republicans are so freaking pathetic and simple minded.

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By Czarina CarolforObama Aug 14th 2008 at 8:53 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:53 pm EDT)

AND of course we know that Barack has jumped right on this fool's case, already issuing 40 pages (so far) of debunking the lies in this book.

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By Anthony in N.C. Aug 14th 2008 at 9:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:26 pm EDT)

John,

I was wondering the same thing if someone could sue him for the book of lies. I am wondering if the supporters could sue Corsi. I saw KO's show which was hosted by Rachel Maddow discussing this book and how the campaign will fight back, but one of the things interesting is that the footnotes shows that the author is citing his own previous works to support his lies.

I am wondering if there is a hungry lawyer who is willing to do something out of the box and help the Obama family sue this individual for defamation of character.

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By Sammie Aug 14th 2008 at 10:34 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:34 pm EDT)

Even though I did not support Bush....I was seriously offended when the Moore movie was released Farenheit 9-11 as a Documentary. It was NOT a documentary....it was pure opinion.

This book is opinion and absolutely should not be considered NON FICTION....because what it actually is .....is FANTASY.

Watch the David Shuster smackdown | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 8:43 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:43 pm EDT)

here. Link

Re: Watch the David Shuster smackdown | Report to Admin

By MOG-- Champaign, IL Aug 14th 2008 at 8:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:48 pm EDT)

I was rolling on the floor and just a moment I felt sorry for the both of them . . but just for a second.

Re: Watch the David Shuster smackdown | Report to Admin

By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:51 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:51 pm EDT)

That chick from PUMA looks like a crack head.

David Shuster totally put the smack down and made them look like the fools that they are.

Shuster needs his own show. And so does Rachel.

Re: Watch the David Shuster smackdown | Report to Admin

By Vision Achiever (George, Germantown, TN) Aug 14th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT)

David did a good job throughout the whole show. He made sure the pointed out the facts before diving into each story regarding the campaigns.

He ensure his points got through to the guests. Not to talk bad about Chris Matthews - but he would have let some of the counter-arguments fly (like that poplar vote fuzzy math theory).

I really think it's time for Chris Matthews, Larry King, and David Gergan to just leave the world of journalism - sense they cannot get it right. Make room for Chuck Todd (who is turning out to be an outstanding professional) and Rachael M.

Re: Watch the David Shuster smackdown | Report to Admin

By Czarina CarolforObama Aug 14th 2008 at 8:55 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:55 pm EDT)

OUCH!!

Now that's what I call a "genuine" beatdown.

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By Sheri~Freedom of Speech&Religion~Who's Sane *Obama~Biden* Aug 14th 2008 at 9:25 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:25 pm EDT)

I don't watch the media at all- so thats the first time I've seen David Schuster.. WOW- he kicked some wicked A$$.. and the two knuckleheads are just I g N o R a N t putzes- REPUBS. Sheesh I for one am damn glad we won't have their votes.. IN FACT to that end.. I will replace their votes with at least 20 more when I canvass this weekend~

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By Sammie Aug 14th 2008 at 10:37 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:37 pm EDT)

Larry King isn't a jounalist....he's a fantastic talk show host. Why would ANYTHING think that Larry King was anything else? He's perhaps THE BEST host EVER...asking serious but simple man-on-the-street kinds of questions. He's always respectful of his guests....I simply can not imagine how ANYONE could ever think that Larry King is a jounalist???? I think Larry should host EVERY show......he's fair and balanced to the MAX!

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By James O'bama Aug 15th 2008 at 12:36 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:36 am EDT)

I think Rush has peeled off a few thousand or two to keep Operation Chaos in motion with PUMA. It has all of the stench of that sort of tactic.

If it ain't Hillary, it's nobody...wah, wah, wah.

You can tell from the look on their faces that the whole thing is based on a powerplay. They may end up on You Tube with the "Don't Tase Me, Bro" dude if they keep this insanity up.

Birth Control is a form of Abortion??? Since when??? | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Aug 14th 2008 at 8:43 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:43 pm EDT)

This just in from my friends at Planned Parenthood of Iowa, thought I'd encourage you all to check and see what YOUR governor is doing about it!!

Birth control = Abortion? If a new rule proposed by the Bush Administration is enacted that would become U.S. policy.

read more here; Link

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By msj for bho Aug 14th 2008 at 8:56 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:56 pm EDT)

It's a slippery slope and at the bottom of the mountain are the thought police that proclaim that thinking about not wanting to get pregnant is abortion.

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By VA Grammy "Hussein" Working For A Better Future for my Grandchildren Aug 14th 2008 at 8:58 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:58 pm EDT)

Mary, I signed a petition about this a week ago and have emailed it to every female I know. Will you please encourage every woman on the blog to jump on this. I know a lot of the men here will be supportive too, but I think every female has to be made aware of this. You're a pretty popular voice on this site, so i know you can get a lot of action on this.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Aug 14th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT)

I sure do hope so!!! I also posted it to my blog and 10 of the largest groups on the blogs. crossing my fingers that folks GET ON THIS if we want to preserve personal choice and the exclusion of the thought police.

GREAT essay | Report to Admin

By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Aug 14th 2008 at 8:44 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:44 pm EDT)

Hey everybody, be SURE to read this great article from the Huffington Post today.....The REAL elitist candidate has EIGHT houses. And owns a private jet so he can get to them all easily. Read it and pass it on!!

Link

TEXT MESSAGE | Report to Admin

By FREDA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:58 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:58 pm EDT)

MY HEART STOPPED...THOUGHT IT WAS THE VP ANNOUNCEMENT...THEY JUST WANT ZIPCODE..PROBABLY SO THAT THEY KNOW WHERE THE INTEREST IS COMING FROM....SO GLAD THE VACATION IS OVER AND HE WILL BE HITTING BACK AT MCSHAME.L

BY THE BOOK BUY THE BOOK BUY THE BOOK...WE WILL GET OUR BOOK TO NUMBER ONE

Wacht this video is good | Report to Admin

By Dinora Aug 14th 2008 at 8:46 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:46 pm EDT)

McCain is uncovered with all his lies and attacks the name of the video is BARACKY II
Link

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By Grandma 3 from Western IL Aug 14th 2008 at 9:00 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:00 pm EDT)

Great Video! I wish it could play on all of those MSN programs!!

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By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Aug 14th 2008 at 9:04 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:04 pm EDT)

Yes, thanks for the link.....I wish this whole thing could play on TV over and over. Get the masses to see it.

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By Dinora Aug 14th 2008 at 9:20 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:20 pm EDT)

well I was thinking that maybe if we all get together on donations for the video we can make happen and slap in the face McCain since he made fun us and attack us but not sure if everyone here will go for it a commercial pay by us that will be so cool and people will hear our voices in a unison :)

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By Dinora Aug 14th 2008 at 9:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:23 pm EDT)

I'm sure Dan would do a great job if we could do this

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By junior Aug 14th 2008 at 9:27 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:27 pm EDT)

Boy I love that ad it should play in all the battleground states period loved it thanks

Re: Corsi is right on! | Report to Admin

By ZDR Aug 14th 2008 at 8:57 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:57 pm EDT)

Did you just escape the institution?

BARACK OBAMA PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PERIOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!

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By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:59 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:59 pm EDT)

Nice try sweetie, but you need to come up with your own material.

Limerick Time! | Report to Admin

By CBSNNJ: Yes We STILL Can! Aug 14th 2008 at 8:49 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:49 pm EDT)

There was a nasty, pig-faced man- old AND mean
Whose lies couldn’t pick up any steam
‘Cause we stood up for HOPE
To the smears we said, “NOPE!”
NOT THIS TIME, slimy wingnut machine!

Tell Corsi and his lying friends to put their lies BACK where the sun don't shine- DONATE HERE and NOW!!! Link

Re: Limerick Time! | Report to Admin

By Tracy DC ☮DC T☮ YesWeDid Aug 14th 2008 at 8:51 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:51 pm EDT)

LOL-Excellent Christi!

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By HSLK: Our Journey Has Just Begun Aug 14th 2008 at 8:53 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:53 pm EDT)

You go girl - The truth will set you free :)

BARACK'S NEW BOOK... | Report to Admin

By captain o - hopemonger Aug 14th 2008 at 8:51 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:51 pm EDT)

Please Pre-Order Obama's New Book..

to help us counter the Swift Boat trash. It's easy, just go to this link:

Link

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Aug 14th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT)

Link

you can also get it HERE from a UNION shop!!! i order from them all the time, to support OUR UNION VOICES!

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By Cactus Wren from Tucson Aug 14th 2008 at 9:28 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:28 pm EDT)

Powells is my source - and another reason to visit Portland...best dang bookstore on the web, and on the ground! Love that place.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Aug 14th 2008 at 9:43 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:43 pm EDT)

sweet! i was referred there by my union.

and folks, if we DON'T SUPPORT OUR UNIONS, we won't have BUPKISS (and you know i have other words i'd say here!).

it's the unions that have made the middle class, and the unions that will revive us!!

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By Renée_Loyal Democrat from KCMO Aug 14th 2008 at 8:58 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:58 pm EDT)

I just pre-ordered on BarnesandNoble.com.

Let's make this one #1

hmmm | Report to Admin

By RobynM Aug 14th 2008 at 8:52 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:52 pm EDT)

NUMBER ONE MY ASS!!!!!!!(LOL)

I knew something was fishy,Jerome Corsi's book is number one on NY Times bestseller because of bulk sells. the republicans are buying the book in bulk and giving the book away (LOL). I know KKK,Skinhead and racist can't afford 2 books.(LOL)

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By Czarina CarolforObama Aug 14th 2008 at 8:59 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:59 pm EDT)

Yep. You're right. That's why the New York Times has a big fat asterisk beside it. They know these groups are buying this book in bulk.

I can hardly wait for Barack's book to hit the shelves. His book will be number one for sure, and it won't be riddled with a bunch of stupid lies.

Honestly, how in the world can anyone in their right mind go by anything that comes out of this man's mouth?

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By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Aug 14th 2008 at 9:08 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:08 pm EDT)

Not only can they not afford them, racists, skinheads and KKK DON'T READ! They don't know how. They sit in front of the boob tube and drink beer and think they are learning something. And they all hate themselves deep down inside because they know they can NEVER be half the MAN Barack Obama is. Never.

O-Family | Report to Admin

By Tracy DC ☮DC T☮ YesWeDid Aug 14th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT)

Trying to raise $2008 by the 28th!

Only $250 to go!

Any donation gets me closer to my goal and Barack closer to the White House! Thanks!

Link

Take action against the smears!! | Report to Admin

By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Aug 14th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:54 pm EDT)

now that this book filled with lies is hitting the shelves, maybe it's time to start hitting the bookstores that sell this trash.

Maybe start the e-mails to books stores?

And what about protest outside the stores, demanding that they pull it from the shelves?

Re: Take action against the smears!! | Report to Admin

By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Aug 14th 2008 at 9:11 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:11 pm EDT)

Great idea.......boycott those bookstores selling this book. BOYCOTT!! From now on! And tell them so!

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By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Aug 14th 2008 at 9:33 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:33 pm EDT)

Boycotting actual bookstores will draw more attention to this book than we want.

Instead of boycotting bookstores--which are usually small business people trying to make an honest living--we should target the publisher. It seems to me that the publishers should consider the reputation (or lack thereof) of the author before agreeing to publish unworthy books.

Who was the publisher?

Best Seller List | Report to Admin

By Pete from Yerington, NV Aug 14th 2008 at 8:57 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 8:57 pm EDT)

Since The Times agrees this pound and half of bull crap in a dust cover is largly untrue, it (The Times) should be encouraged to place this trash on the fiction list.

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By stclaire for Obama 08 Aug 14th 2008 at 9:12 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:12 pm EDT)

I still believe that the majority of American people are smart and they can distinguish the difference between truth and false. I honestly believe that they will follow their heart and exercise their instinct what is good for this country. I pray that this person who authored this book will realize that he is not JUST destroying a Man but also the dreams and hopes of millions of people.

I LOVE YOU BARACK AND MICHELLE!

Re: Best Seller List | Report to Admin

By Sammie Aug 14th 2008 at 10:42 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:42 pm EDT)

Boycotting a bookstore because they sell a book that is purely fiction is like promoting the most fundamental right we have as Americans. If you dont want the book...Dont buy it!

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By James O'bama Aug 15th 2008 at 12:43 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:43 am EDT)

I won't boycott a bookstore or start burning books. But there is no way this book is the publishing sensation the Repugnicans think that it is.

Maybe we can put out a John McCain for Dummies book full of all of the most nonsensical slanderous tidbits we can imagine. Leave it to Karl Rove's friends to drive the electorate back into the gutter instead of dealing with the real problems we need to solve. I'm looking forward to Rove's jailbook that will take its place along the likes of Mein Kampf.

August 14, Mailer Hitting McCain's Wealth | Report to Admin

By KenHussein supporting President Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 9:00 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:00 pm EDT)

Mailer;
Link

http://www.talkingpointsmemo.c om/images/2008-08-14_aflcio_ma iler_2.jpg

Democratic web ad against McSame on SS;
Link

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By donna from lakewood Aug 14th 2008 at 9:05 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:05 pm EDT)

love that democratic we ad... i meet mr roosevelt at the rules committee meeting in june... he is wonderful. thanks for the link.

Hillary roll call | Report to Admin

By L.A. Musician Aug 14th 2008 at 9:02 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:02 pm EDT)

I am not too sure about having a roll call for Hillary at the convention.

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By Margaret Hussein Obama from NYC Aug 14th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT)

Good Evening, Good People from Obamanation

I, too, wish there would be no roll call. However, there is something that remains very CERTAIN for me. Senator Barack will be the next POTUS and Hillary and her flock had better ensure to make it so.

My vote will be cast for only one person: Barack Obama.

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By Grandma 3 from Western IL Aug 14th 2008 at 9:10 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:10 pm EDT)

AMEN !

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By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 10:15 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:15 pm EDT)

I hear you Margareth!!

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By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Aug 14th 2008 at 9:07 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:07 pm EDT)

Don't worry about it.

And personally, I will enjoy watching her lose again, but that's just me. :)

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By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Aug 14th 2008 at 9:07 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:07 pm EDT)

BARACK OBAMA is the LEADER of the Democratic party. HE SAYS IT WILL BE THIS WAY, so let us move forward.... I am just looking forward to the performers that will be singing. LOL!!!

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By Kathy From Florida Aug 14th 2008 at 9:14 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:14 pm EDT)

Well, I'm not happy about it either. But I trust the Obama campaign that they know what they are doing. I couldn't be as gracious as they are about this ...... but Obama is smart and in control of the situation, I believe.

Re: Hillary roll call | Report to Admin

By RobynM Aug 14th 2008 at 9:14 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:14 pm EDT)

If Hilary's supporter try to cause a problem at the Dem convention, Hilary's dream of being President is DONE.

Re: Hillary roll call | Report to Admin

By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Aug 14th 2008 at 9:17 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:17 pm EDT)

You are correct. They will give the republicans what they treasure most,more ammo against the Clintons.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Aug 14th 2008 at 9:50 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:50 pm EDT)

very true; and probably Chelsea's!

Re: Hillary roll call | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 10:14 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:14 pm EDT)

Daniel it should not happen period.

Obama Quilt needs some attention... | Report to Admin

By Grandma 3 from Western IL Aug 14th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT)

Link video by our own Desert Dan

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and pictures on Flickr
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3 5 | Report to Admin

By joe ruwe Aug 14th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:06 pm EDT)

OMG - 35 bucks to go today!

35 .

i'll quick bugging you guys after 35 more dollars in the cookie jar for Obama.

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yes we can!

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By Cactus Wren from Tucson Aug 14th 2008 at 9:18 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:18 pm EDT)

my bi-weekly paycheck doesn't post 'till midnight AZ (PT) time - but I do need to say hello to those precious girls again.

My first grandnephew comes in from CO tonight - brand new little guy I can't wait to see!

Give Joe $$ - bust that $35 before I have to!

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By joe ruwe Aug 14th 2008 at 9:37 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:37 pm EDT)

you rock! as always....

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Aug 14th 2008 at 9:36 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:36 pm EDT)

GE sweety!

how are my angels? have you started packing yet?

Obama set to accept endorsement from firefighters | Report to Admin

By “Honored & Humbled” Aug 14th 2008 at 9:07 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:07 pm EDT)

Months after its preferred candidate dropped out of the presidential race, the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) is set to endorse Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) Thursday.

The IAFF, which originally endorsed Sen. Chris Dodd (D-Conn.), said Thursday that one of the deciding factors in its decision were the votes Obama and rival Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) had cast on the collective bargaining agreement that the labor union has been pushing for.

“On every issue important to firefighters, Sen. Obama is and has been in our corner,” Harold Schaitberger, the IAFF president, said. “We can’t overlook Sen. McCain’s service to our country, but we also can’t overlook his poor record on issues critical to the financial security of our 290,000 members.”

Obama was set to accept the endorsement by video message to the 3,500 IAFF members gathered at their summer convention in Las Vegas.

Another former candidate and a potential running mate for Obama, Sen. Joseph Biden (D-Del.), is scheduled to address the group on Obama’s behalf.

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Barack's Plane | Report to Admin

By Gail"not making decisions based on fear, but Hope and Possibility" Leach from SC Aug 14th 2008 at 9:08 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:08 pm EDT)

Wow it seems that there was an emergency when Barack's plane was in trouble in July. Watching on Verdict now.

Re: Barack's Plane | Report to Admin

By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 9:10 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:10 pm EDT)

This was really serious!

Re: Barack's Plane | Report to Admin

By Lydia from Durham, NC Aug 14th 2008 at 9:12 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:12 pm EDT)

It was almost a crash landing!

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By YOLA Aug 14th 2008 at 9:12 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:12 pm EDT)

Big time!

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By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 9:12 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:12 pm EDT)

Yes I posted about it up thread. ABC News actually broke the story and Mark Halperin had it on his page hours ago. ABC was being nosy and uncovered this.

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By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Aug 14th 2008 at 9:16 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:16 pm EDT)

Planes never crash - the probability of a plane having that kind of trouble is infinitesimal.

What I want to know is who is doing the maintenance work on the plane - and who do they know?

OMG....CAN YOU BELIEVE ALAN COLMES GOES OFF ABOUT JOHN MCSAME INFIDELITY ON FOX NEWS!!!! | Report to Admin

By Me Aug 14th 2008 at 9:08 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:08 pm EDT)

THIS IS THE BEST DAY EVER!!!!! HEHEHE

HERE IT IS:

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Re: OMG....CAN YOU BELIEVE ALAN COLMES GOES OFF ABOUT JOHN MCSAME INFIDELITY ON FOX NEWS!!!! | Report to Admin

By Bon Aug 15th 2008 at 3:24 pm EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 3:24 pm EDT)

I happened to switch the channels the other night and landed on Fox at the very moment Alan Colmes finally gave it to Hannity, et al, regarding McCain cheating on his first wife ,even though she was critically injured from the accident. They were discussing the John Edwards situation.

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He was great. I was shocked. I meant to send him an email but forgot. I'll do it now.

If anyone would like to join me, his email is:

Colmes@foxnews.com

Game of Rove Enhanced | Report to Admin

By Franklin A. T. Aug 14th 2008 at 9:10 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:10 pm EDT)

We must play the game of Karl Rove this election. Every time you hear Rove speaks, he down plays John McCain's chances and tries to paint him humble. And then hits.

We must play the game of Rove as the underdog--play as if we were down 15 points--play as if we were on a road game and the referee will not give us the benefit of doubt--play as if were up against an incumbent.

We must also ATTACK on a daily basis, character flaws and fallacious policies. As we fill in the blanks for the opponent, we introduce our ideas. The strategy is dictating the moves of the opponent--just like the game of chess. You want them queuing excuses and response, thereby, lacking a message. But of course, our candidate's hands must be clean.

After all, it is about winning.

Yes it is!

Fight the smears fired up ready to go | Report to Admin

By DIMPLE'S Aug 14th 2008 at 9:11 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:11 pm EDT)

, Sign our petition and demand FOX stop serving up blatant lies for the rest of the media to swallow. It's critical that you send it to everyone you know, get it to your local newspapers and TV stations, and post it on blogs and networking sites.

Re: Fight the smears fired up ready to go | Report to Admin

By Debra from Austin Aug 14th 2008 at 9:15 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:15 pm EDT)

See the link I provided above for signing.

Re: Fight the smears fired up ready to go | Report to Admin

By Debra from Austin Aug 14th 2008 at 9:20 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:20 pm EDT)

Here's the link:

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Wow, some scary news | Report to Admin

By Debra from Austin Aug 14th 2008 at 9:14 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:14 pm EDT)

On Dan Abrams show they are talking about some breaking news that an incident with Obama's plane in June/July when he was traveling to N.Carolina for a speech, if you remember, the plane had to divert and land at another location. It turns out that there were serious problems on the plane to the point that the pilot had to radio to have a crash landing apparatus readied when they landed. Apparently, the pilot could not control the pitch of the plane; (the nose) would not go where directed. They didn't inform the passengers of this perhaps real emergency. But the pilot told the air control that Obama was on the plane and this was important. I'm still a bit stunned.

Re: Wow, some scary news | Report to Admin

By Debra from Austin Aug 14th 2008 at 9:17 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:17 pm EDT)

Just saw the links above. Still scary news.

Re: Wow, some scary news | Report to Admin

By Humble Supporter of OBama Aug 14th 2008 at 9:17 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:17 pm EDT)

This is stunning news.
I have always worried about his safety.
I am glad that he is safe and he is going to lead our country for next 8 years.

Re: Wow, some scary news | Report to Admin

By grandma of 5 grandsons from Independence Missouri who knows the "Buck Stops Here" when I see It in Action! Obama/Biden 2008-2016 Aug 14th 2008 at 9:25 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:25 pm EDT)

July 7th, on route to NC the Obama plane had to land in St.Louis, Missouri.

Seems that the pilot was having problems with the pitch if the plane at 30,000ft. It seems that there was concern enough that the pilot let Air Traffic Controllers know that Senator Obama was on board along with 50 other souls.

So, don't everyone freak out on this as it is another attempt from the RNC to show that we are just a bunch of "freaks", wanting extra special attention.....another ploy in the old school to get everyone excited and all wound up.

The pilot did the right thing, the ground control was there with firetrucks, etc. Don't make a big fuss about this unless the campaign says so...and I really doubt they will.

Commander in Chief-Obama doesn't get overly excited because he knows what he and this campaign are doing!
Stay focused!

Re: Wow, some scary news | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Aug 14th 2008 at 9:32 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:32 pm EDT)

they haven't and they won't. the plane was inspected by SS, it's a done deal. barack has his own jet now. no worries.

Re: Wow, some scary news | Report to Admin

By grandma of 5 grandsons from Independence Missouri who knows the "Buck Stops Here" when I see It in Action! Obama/Biden 2008-2016 Aug 14th 2008 at 9:36 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:36 pm EDT)

Exactly Mary!

Stay focused everyone, just another ploy from the RNC to paint us as "Anything other than Americans!"

God Bless Senator Obama and his family, and all those who are with him day in and day out in the Press Corps, even if they are being told what to do by their higher ups!

Grandma from Missouri

Re: Wow, some scary news | Report to Admin

By Czarina JB in Arizona Aug 14th 2008 at 9:54 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:54 pm EDT)

Not to stir the pot, but I saw an article about this some time ago and a retired FBI said that the problem was suspicous because they have never had a failure of that particular part in the history of aviation. I still have the article that gives the specifics of what went wrong. Having his own plane now, hopefully will take care of any security issues.

MICHAIL GORBACHEV on Larry King Live ... | Report to Admin

By Dianne Aug 14th 2008 at 9:14 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:14 pm EDT)

Michail Gorbachev is on Larry King Live Eastern Time Zone.

Worth watching & listening.

Re: MICHAIL GORBACHEV on Larry King Live ... | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 9:15 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:15 pm EDT)

Isn't he predicting another Cold War?

David....I'm proud | Report to Admin

By Jay "Hussein" PhD Aug 14th 2008 at 9:14 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:14 pm EDT)

Wow....! You gotta see this.....good job David Schuster (sp?) :-)

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Re: David....I'm proud | Report to Admin

By RTV in St. Paul. This election is for JFK, MLK, and RFK. Bring it home. Aug 14th 2008 at 9:19 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:19 pm EDT)

Those 2 folks seem really BITTER !!!! Must be hard to lose.

Re: David....I'm proud | Report to Admin

By ball911 Aug 14th 2008 at 11:38 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 11:38 pm EDT)

Of course they seem bitter, they are republicans. Obama supporters should have figured this out by now. Puma is a republican front organization...come on folks wake up!

Re: David....I'm proud | Report to Admin

By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Aug 14th 2008 at 9:21 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:21 pm EDT)

David Schuester was like Tim Russert on Steroids. He keeps this up, we may have our new host of "Meet The Press"

Seriously, he was not objective, but he was good!

Re: David....I'm proud | Report to Admin

By Czarina Vero - who loves her new President - OBAMA!!!!! Aug 14th 2008 at 9:32 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:32 pm EDT)

He clearly couldn't keep his disgust secret. He didn't like them, doesn't understand them, and really wanted them to feel foolish.

Mission accomplished. It was funny.

Re: David....I'm proud | Report to Admin

By Alexandria from CA - Already Looking Forward To The Inauguration Aug 14th 2008 at 9:32 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:32 pm EDT)

I was cheering for David today when he went after those two nut cases. The woman was especially weird. She looked sinister like a psyco killer! Whew, if she is the representation of a PUMA then I don't want to be alone on a dark street with one of them.

KUDOS for David Schuster today! It took some true b*^%s to do what he did today. Now that's the kinda journalism I want to see!

We are the ones we've been waiting for. This is OUR time. Obama Yay all the live-long day! | Report to Admin

By Megan in Northwest Indiana Aug 14th 2008 at 9:18 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:18 pm EDT)

A Peon Ponders: Are 'Government' and 'Transparency" Oxymorons or... just plain Morons?
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Peon on GOP Scandals. Your Illustrated/Interactive Guilde to GOP Scandals Since the Year 2000
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A Peon on Taxes: Obama v McCain Tax Issue Differences aka as Riding the Lying Train with John McCain
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A Peon Ponders: Foreign Policy Experience - Candidate Obama v Candidate G.W. Bush
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Peon gets Grandmotherly: That Rachel Maddow... she's such a nice girl. Rachel leads the way on 'truthiness'.
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Peon 'Keithie' Fan: Swift boater JohnMcCain's attack ad and Obama's good sense
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Who's the 'Fairest' in analyzing political swiftboating of all?
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The Commander in Chief Test
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Peon Elitist: Being a peon, I know elitist when I see it. Check out John McCain's shoes. Plus frothing at the mouth comment from me
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Peon Outside the Continental U.S.: What do Arabs think about Barack Obama?
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A Bragging Peon: Did I tell you the '50-state strategy' was my idea?
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Peon Traveler: A Peon Roadtrip - My Life on the Road - Obama, Wendy's and Chicken Nuggets
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A Peon Walk Down Memory Lane: Capitol Crimes Updates with Bill Moyers
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Peon Celebrity Spotter: 'Google Cache' reveals McCain website stated that he too, like Barack Obama, is a CELEBRITY! Imagine that?
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Naive` Peon: I only learned of this in the last 6 months. Boy was the Phoenix News Times mad at John McCain in 1989.
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Amazed Peon: VIDEO - Diop Olugbala group demonstrates at Obama event in St. Petersburg, FL
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Obama in Hawaii: Video from local news in Hawaii - Obama picks up $1.3 from campaign fundraiser in Hawaii
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GottaLaff & 'The Political Carnival': There's the 'Audacity of Hope' AND 'The Audacity of McCain'
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Saline County, Arkansas: Bill Gwatney a 'great mentor' - a sad day for Democrats
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Off the Bus - A Hoosier-Republican in a sea of Democrats
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Pennsylvania Polling: It's all in how you look at it.
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Democratic Party Unity: Both Senator Obama's and Senator Clinton's names will be placed in nomination
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Define 'exotic'? Eight houses? That's exotic to me. $520 black leather Ferragamo shoes? Yep exotic.
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Taxes: The Truth about Barack Obama's Plan for America
John McCain: You just can't have too many lobbyists for Campaign Advisors these days
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Who needs Rocky when you've got Baracky? Baracky II
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NEW EQ POLL:Which is the STRONGER presidential ticket?(among the most probable Republican and Democratic Tickets) | Report to Admin

By The EQualizer Aug 14th 2008 at 9:21 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:21 pm EDT)

NEW EQ POLL:Which is the STRONGER presidential ticket?(among the most probable Republican and Democratic Tickets)

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Unfit for Publication: Corsi's The Obama Nation filled with falsehoods ! | Report to Admin

By The EQualizer Aug 14th 2008 at 9:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:23 pm EDT)

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"One of the reasons I wrote this book is to keep Obama from getting elected." Corsi

Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By jerry25 Aug 14th 2008 at 9:21 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:21 pm EDT)

Obama or wife have campaign event in Richmond next Thursday.

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The story also says that testing was done on Mark Warner and Tim Kaine of VA and Warner came off well, but Kaine did poorly due to lack of accomplishments and too much kissing up to Obama. Warner has since been chosen to be the Keynote speaker. They say it is also possible they were testing for a TV commercial.

These are not my words about Tim Kaine although many of us have been saying it all along.

Thank goodness that Tim Kaine will not be nominated for VP. Nice guys aren't always the best choices.

We can now focus on Biden vs. Bayh, although Wes Clark's name has yet to be mentioned for a talk?
Hagel was eliminated days ago and Reed has already said NO and he has not even been tested in public.

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 9:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:26 pm EDT)

Sorry Jerry but Bayh and Biden have been added as speakers on Wed Night along with Jay Rockefeller. Kaine is the only one not scheduled to speak as of yet.

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 9:28 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:28 pm EDT)

Wes Clark said he will be in Italy during the convention on Rachel Maddows radio show. The campaign said they would announce between now and the convention so things are getting interesting.

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Aug 14th 2008 at 9:32 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:32 pm EDT)

It is getting interesting.

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By RTV in St. Paul. This election is for JFK, MLK, and RFK. Bring it home. Aug 14th 2008 at 9:29 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:29 pm EDT)

Have fun trying to figure out the VP based on the announced speaker list. LOL

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Aug 14th 2008 at 9:34 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:34 pm EDT)

Me too lol

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By Soma Aug 14th 2008 at 11:01 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 11:01 pm EDT)

Where's Gore????

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Aug 14th 2008 at 9:30 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:30 pm EDT)

I said earlier that Kaine will be speaking at the convention on Tuesday.

Bayh and Biden are speaking Wed.

I think the VP might be a surprise....I hope so.

Reed and Webb have no slated speaking roles thus far...which seems odd to me- it is 'National Security' night and they're both veterans.

Re: Looks like McCain is getting sued | Report to Admin

By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Aug 14th 2008 at 9:36 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:36 pm EDT)

Jackson Brown is suing John McCain for using his song "running on empty'. Jackson has been a life long Democrat.

Re: Looks like McCain is getting sued | Report to Admin

By Soma Aug 14th 2008 at 11:02 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 11:02 pm EDT)

I LOVE it! Might have to buy one of his CD's for doing this.

Re: Looks like McCain is getting sued | Report to Admin

By Soma Aug 14th 2008 at 11:10 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 11:10 pm EDT)

I LOVE it! Might have to buy one of his CD's for doing this.

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 9:38 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:38 pm EDT)

What about Tom Daschele? I would have thought he would have been giving a slot and Dick Durbin.

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By Cilla...Currently living in Spain and lovin' it Aug 14th 2008 at 9:41 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:41 pm EDT)

They will be there,THE CAMPAIGN IS NOT GOING TO ANNOUNCE EVERYONE.

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 9:45 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:45 pm EDT)

Kim I found this on Reuters and nowhere do I see Kaine. The article that you posted on the earlier thread also did not say anything about Kaine.

Other speakers include Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius, Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano, Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland, Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell, Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick, Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer, Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey and former Transportation Secretary Federico Pena. Link

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By Kimberly Helen Hussein Aug 14th 2008 at 9:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:48 pm EDT)

Kaine is slated to speak Tuesday, a day devoted to the economy and the environment.

Here's the full article:

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Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Aug 14th 2008 at 10:03 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:03 pm EDT)

Ok Thanks. Wow things got even more interesting then. I think Obama is pulling our strings or maybe not. Well I now wonder about Kerry. He is a very forceful surrogate and early supporter. Does he have a speaking slot announced yet?

It seems very odd. | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 10:13 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:13 pm EDT)

Am I the only one that thinks it's strange that Al Gore is not scheduled to speak on the day devoted to they environment? Why is that do you suppose? Could it be...dare I guess...that he is the.....um the...........VP!!!!!!!!!!

Re: It seems very odd. | Report to Admin

By jerry25 Aug 14th 2008 at 10:25 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:25 pm EDT)

Not a chance for Gore as VP.
They need to leave something for later.
I was surprised at Wes Clark not being there.

Reed and Webb haven't proven to be good speakers, but I'll bet they will have spots announced later.

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By jerry25 Aug 15th 2008 at 12:03 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:03 am EDT)

Thanks for source Kim about Kaine being out of contention. It is quite detailed.

Re: Looks like Tim Kaine is not an option | Report to Admin

By Gal From Canuck Country. Aug 14th 2008 at 11:25 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 11:25 pm EDT)

The campagin has said that the VP choice will not be a surprise name, but someone who's name has been on the shortlist for the last few weeks etc. The choice will be made sometime next week, I hope!

Shere from Toronto Canada.

Why | Report to Admin

By Joshua from North Ridgeville, OH Aug 14th 2008 at 9:33 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:33 pm EDT)

Why are people writing so much negative items about Obama, when McShame commits scandals on so many things. Read about how John McShame commits scandals on the American people.

http://en. wikipedia. org/wiki/Keating_Five

http://www. commondreams. org/views05/0309-35. htm

http://www. apfn. org/APFN/JOHN_McCain. htm

http://news. yahoo. com/s/ap/20080813/ap_on_el_pr/ mccain_fundraiser_6

http://www. freep. com/apps/pbcs. dll/article?AID=/20080814/NEWS 15/808140392

there are plenty more to see.

Re: Why | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 10:24 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:24 pm EDT)

The right wingnuts have taken to doing books as if they are campaign ads and using them in the same way. They throw the book together with fake footnotes (in this one the author references himself in most of them) and then all the Repug PACs pre-purchase the bulk of them so that it breaks out on the best seller list the first couple of weeks. Then they give the books away to undecided voters.

It's a dirty little trick because it's filled with lies but looks legit because of the fake pre-sales. But dirty is what they do best.

Going for Gold...$ | Report to Admin

By Herschel.Corpus.Christi Aug 15th 2008 at 2:39 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 2:39 am EDT)

Going For The Gold……$

14 PLUS Reasons to Donate:

1. For The American Capture of Gold in the Men’s 4X100-meter Free Style Relay.
2. For Mariel Zagunis Capture of Gold in The Women’s Individual Saber.
3. For Michael Phelps Capture of Gold in the Men’s 400-meter Individual Medley.
4. For Natalie Coughlin of Gold in the Women's 100-meter Backstroke.
5. For Michael Phelps Capture of Gold in the Men’s 200-meter Free Style.
6. For Aaron Piersol Capture of Gold in the Men's 100-meter Backstroke.
7. For Walton Eller Capture of Gold in Men’s Double Trap Shooting.
8. For Kristin Armstrong Capture of Gold In Women's Individual Time Trial Cycling.
9. For Michael Phelps Capture of Gold in the Men’s 200meter Butterfly.
10. For The American Capture of Gold in Men's 4 x 200meter Freestyle Relay.

Today: 8/15/2008 (This is what was shown on American TV on Thursday Night.)

11. For Nastia Luikin Capture Women's Individual All-Around Gymnastics.
12. For Rebecca Soni Capture of Women's 200m Breaststroke.
13. For Ryan Lochte Capture of Men's 200m Backstroke.
14 For Michael Phelps Capture of Men's 400m Individual Medley.

To Send a President Obama to the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, Canada.

To send a President Obama to the 2012 Olympics in London, England.

PLEASE DONATE NOW:

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Thank You!!!

YES WE CAN!!!

Really Bothersome | Report to Admin

By Anthony in N.C. Aug 14th 2008 at 9:34 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:34 pm EDT)

If James Carville is a Democratic strategist and believes in the truth, how can he sit back and support his wife in publishing this book? Is being a party loyalist so important that you undermine the very system design to elect the best possible person for the highest office in the land and idly sit by allow a family member to defame a person who potentially can help to lead this country to a better and brighter future?

Maybe he is hoping that this book will undermine Senator Obama's chances so that he can become the center of attention by helping Senator Clinton in 2012. I am disappointed in James Carville, but I guess when a person has the ethics of a snake you can not expect a lot of integrity from the individual.

Re: Really Bothersome | Report to Admin

By grandma of 5 grandsons from Independence Missouri who knows the "Buck Stops Here" when I see It in Action! Obama/Biden 2008-2016 Aug 14th 2008 at 9:42 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:42 pm EDT)

James Carville is old school like so many others that are DC Insiders....remember StaleMate McCain and all of his cronies?

Washington Insiders trying to hang on is all....

James Carville is another StaleMate as far as I'm concerned, regardless of so called Party affiliation.

People are finally starting to get it!

Insiders out and real people in!

Time to take our Country back from local to state to national....that's where real change happens...with US!

Re: Really Bothersome | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 10:29 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:29 pm EDT)

In the first place, James Carville does not control his wife and they leave politics outside the door when they go home. And in the second place, while it's true that James is a strategist, I'm not sure he is all that interested in "truth". His main interest is in spinning it so his candidate can win. That's not the same thing.

Buy Obama's Books! | Report to Admin

By BigDrew Aug 14th 2008 at 9:36 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:36 pm EDT)

If you have not purchased Obama's books (Dreams from my Father or Audacity of Hope) please go out and purchase them right now! I have downloaded them both from iTunes but I am also going to get the paper versions. In light of this vile smear monger, Jerome Corsi, we need to act...
but before you do that please donate to my fundrainsing page. I have been here a long time and contubuted $500 of my own money but am far from my goal. So, help me out then go buy the books!

Thanks and here is the Link

Re: Buy Obama's Books! | Report to Admin

By Margaret Hussein Obama from NYC Aug 14th 2008 at 9:40 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:40 pm EDT)

What a brilliant idea! Let’s buy the books if we don’t own them yet; let’s give them as gifts to others that are still undecided. If Barack’s book sale rises, this will be an indication that the Devil’s book has no effect.

Re: Buy Obama's Books! | Report to Admin

By BigDrew Aug 14th 2008 at 9:45 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:45 pm EDT)

Yes, spread the word!

Re: Buy Obama's Books! | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Aug 14th 2008 at 10:34 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:34 pm EDT)

Better yet, prepurchase his NEW book coming out in September (it's somewhere on the site). I think it's "Change We Can Believe In". Put it on the best seller list before it comes out!

Re: Buy Obama's Books! | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Aug 14th 2008 at 10:31 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:31 pm EDT)

PLEASE buy it at Powell's; they are a UNION shop, and NOT a corporation like amazon.com and barnesandnoble.com etc. Link

Impeachment | Report to Admin

By VA Grammy "Hussein" Working For A Better Future for my Grandchildren Aug 14th 2008 at 9:41 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:41 pm EDT)

sign the official petition for impeachment.

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What about our 18 million+ supporters | Report to Admin

By Gwen, a Californian who knows Barack will be our next President Aug 14th 2008 at 9:48 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:48 pm EDT)

Ok, I am almost to the point of being "sick and tired of being sick and tired of the Clintons." HRC supporters keep harping on her 18 million supporters. As if Barack doesn't have 18 million and more who support him.

Re: What about our 18 million+ supporters | Report to Admin

By Just another Dreamer (Jersey Girl ) Aug 14th 2008 at 9:59 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 9:59 pm EDT)

I'm pissed who do these people think they are
Barack won get over it. Enough appeasement we are still fighting HRC and McCain the primaries are over.

If she and her supporters screw with this election how do they think she can get elected without his supporters grow up. F PUMA. Sorry! But this is ridiculous.

formerly chart of NJ

Re: What about our 18 million+ supporters | Report to Admin

By Margaret Hussein Obama from NYC Aug 14th 2008 at 10:11 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:11 pm EDT)

Don't worry. Barack will be the next POTUS. Stay tuned for the biggest democratic convention ever.

Everything is under control. We The People Are With Barack.

Re: What about our 18 million+ supporters | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 10:23 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:23 pm EDT)

I hear you Carol!

Re: What about our 18 million+ supporters | Report to Admin

By Anthony in N.C. Aug 14th 2008 at 10:00 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:00 pm EDT)

New Thread is up!!!

NBLB

Re: What about our 18 million+ supporters | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama Aug 14th 2008 at 10:22 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:22 pm EDT)

I hear you Gwen!!

Republican Party I knew as a Republican | Report to Admin

By Daniel from Bridgewater, NJ Aug 14th 2008 at 10:55 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:55 pm EDT)

I have been screaming in posts on this and many Dem sites that there is no limit to how low Republicans would go for power. No Dem should confront them without first reading Frank's book WRECKING CREW. The author of WHAT'S WRONG WITH KANSAS gives a WHAT (if not a full HOW) catalogue of what THINK these "thinking outside the [law] box" types, KNOWING that they are mediocrities and should never have been in power-- THAT'S WHY THEY ARE OBSESSED WITH VIOLATING TRUTH, LAW AND LOGIC, KNOWING THAT THIS *ALONE* GIVES THEM AN EDGE OVER IDEALISTIC DEMS-- and so when they do get power, their predatory instincts take over, having no causes or higher motives TO INHIBIT THEIR AVARICE. That's why they come to power crooked and in power voraciously steal: they can't feel responsibility because they were never raised to be responsible (eg. McCain). Frank's book gives you enough details to pin the tail on the elephant.

BUT NEVER FORGET THAT CORSI-- CONGENITAL ROVIAN SCUMBAG REMEMBERED AS SUCH-- RELIES ON MAKING-UP STUFF HE KNOWS NO ONE WOULD NORMALLY BELIEVE, GIVEN CORSI'S A DISCREDITED SOURCE AND LACKS ANY EVIDENCE; BUT GIVEN THAT OBAMA'S ***BLACK*** CORSI'S SURE IT'LL BE BELIEVED BECAUSE WHITES DON'T WANT, AS MANY DEMS AND REPS SAID TO ME, "A *N----ER IN THE *WHITE* HOUSE."

MCCAIN'S ONLY HOPE IS THAT HE IS WHITE, DESPITE THE SPREADING MELANOMA.

CORSI'S ONLY CREDIBILITY IS THAT HE IS *WHITE,* HITTING AT A *BLACK* MAN TRYING TO TAKE-OVER THE *WHITE* HOUSE. Obama faced the same impotent and ignorant racism in the grand-parents that raised him, so can cope with it and tries to let it roll off his back. I ADMIRE HIM FOR IT AND ACCEPT THAT WE SHOULDN'T MAKE AN ISSUE OF BOOMER-RACISM. BUT WE OWE IT TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE TO SHOW WHAT SCUM BAG "WRECKING CREW" IS THE ALTERNATIVE TO THIS BLACK-JFK.

Like JFK, Obama is the only candidate to challenge us Americans to technologically do what we must do within a decade-- CHANGE. THAT MAKES HIM THE BLACK JFK. Obama's opponent is the dying cork on a bottle of Republican cockroaches to be let loose in the White House. The fact that they are white doesn't change the fact that they are roaches.

WE DEMS COURAGEOUSLY CHOSE OBAMA AS OUR CANDIDATE NOW WE MUST COURAGEOUSLY EXPOSE THE "WRECKING CREW" HE SEEKS TO DEFEAT. WE'LL WIN THROUGH FACTS AND LOGIC!

Republican Party I knew as a Republican | Report to Admin

By Daniel from Bridgewater, NJ Aug 14th 2008 at 10:56 pm EDT (Updated Aug 14th 2008 at 10:56 pm EDT)

I have been screaming in posts on this and many Dem sites that there is no limit to how low Republicans would go for power. No Dem should confront them without first reading Frank's book WRECKING CREW. The author of WHAT'S WRONG WITH KANSAS gives a WHAT (if not a full HOW) catalogue of what THINK these "thinking outside the [law] box" types, KNOWING that they are mediocrities and should never have been in power-- THAT'S WHY THEY ARE OBSESSED WITH VIOLATING TRUTH, LAW AND LOGIC, KNOWING THAT THIS *ALONE* GIVES THEM AN EDGE OVER IDEALISTIC DEMS-- and so when they do get power, their predatory instincts take over, having no causes or higher motives TO INHIBIT THEIR AVARICE. That's why they come to power crooked and in power voraciously steal: they can't feel responsibility because they were never raised to be responsible (eg. McCain). Frank's book gives you enough details to pin the tail on the elephant.

BUT NEVER FORGET THAT CORSI-- CONGENITAL ROVIAN SCUMBAG REMEMBERED AS SUCH-- RELIES ON MAKING-UP STUFF HE KNOWS NO ONE WOULD NORMALLY BELIEVE, GIVEN CORSI'S A DISCREDITED SOURCE AND LACKS ANY EVIDENCE; BUT GIVEN THAT OBAMA'S ***BLACK*** CORSI'S SURE IT'LL BE BELIEVED BECAUSE WHITES DON'T WANT, AS MANY DEMS AND REPS SAID TO ME, "A *N----ER IN THE *WHITE* HOUSE."

MCCAIN'S ONLY HOPE IS THAT HE IS WHITE, DESPITE THE SPREADING MELANOMA.

CORSI'S ONLY CREDIBILITY IS THAT HE IS *WHITE,* HITTING AT A *BLACK* MAN TRYING TO TAKE-OVER THE *WHITE* HOUSE. Obama faced the same impotent and ignorant racism in the grand-parents that raised him, so can cope with it and tries to let it roll off his back. I ADMIRE HIM FOR IT AND ACCEPT THAT WE SHOULDN'T MAKE AN ISSUE OF BOOMER-RACISM. BUT WE OWE IT TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE TO SHOW WHAT SCUM BAG "WRECKING CREW" IS THE ALTERNATIVE TO THIS BLACK-JFK.

Like JFK, Obama is the only candidate to challenge us Americans to technologically do what we must do within a decade-- CHANGE. THAT MAKES HIM THE BLACK JFK. Obama's opponent is the dying cork on a bottle of Republican cockroaches to be let loose in the White House. The fact that they are white doesn't change the fact that they are roaches.

WE DEMS COURAGEOUSLY CHOSE OBAMA AS OUR CANDIDATE NOW WE MUST COURAGEOUSLY EXPOSE THE "WRECKING CREW" HE SEEKS TO DEFEAT. WE'LL WIN THROUGH FACTS AND LOGIC!

Help - I cannot open e-mails 0r accept friends | Report to Admin

By Marianne Aug 15th 2008 at 12:12 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:12 am EDT)

I had been threatened with termination after being disrespectful to Hillary and now I know why. Barack is allowing her to put her name in nomination. I think this is a huge mistake. I almost got thrown off and I cannot open any e=mail from Obama site that they send because it says that there is no content as I try to open.

Can I appeal directly to the campaign, here? Please restore my blogs and friends - I had started to delete them myself thinking I was banned but it was not the case except somehow nothing works right but I am still able to blog.

Please, Barack, think twice about letting Hillary's name be put in nomination - I think it is bad.

Why Foreigners Are Prepared to Help | Report to Admin

By John Hay - An Australian for Barack Aug 15th 2008 at 12:17 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:17 am EDT)

Latest Article from John Hay @ Telling Thoughts

TAKING THE OBAMA ROAD -- Link

My Rollercoaster Ride for Barack since Iowa

A Pro Obama Website -- Link

Obama Yay all the live-long day! | Report to Admin

By Megan in Northwest Indiana Aug 15th 2008 at 12:32 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:32 am EDT)

Answering the 3 A.M. call: At 3 A.M. do you know where your President is?
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Campaign Ad: Obama Campaign releases TV ad during olympics
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Barack Obama on 73rd Anniversary of Social Security
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Campaign Contributions: Obama has received nearly six times as much money from troops deployed overseas than McCain
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Off the Bus - A Hoosier-Republican in a sea of Democrats
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Pennsylvania Polling: It's all in how you look at it.
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Democratic Party Unity: Both Senator Obama's and Senator Clinton's names will be placed in nomination
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Obama in Hawaii: Video from local news in Hawaii - Obama picks up $1.3 from campaign fundraiser in Hawaii
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From 'The Political Carnival': Fire Fighter's Union back Obama
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GottaLaff & 'The Political Carnival': There's the 'Audacity of Hope' AND 'The Audacity of McCain'
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Saline County, Arkansas: Bill Gwatney a 'great mentor' - a sad day for Democrats
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Off the Bus - A Hoosier-Republican in a sea of Democrats
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Pennsylvania Polling: It's all in how you look at it.
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Democratic Party Unity: Both Senator Obama's and Senator Clinton's names will be placed in nomination
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Obama in Hawaii: Video from local news in Hawaii - Obama picks up $1.3 from campaign fundraiser in Hawaii
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Define 'exotic'? Eight houses? That's exotic to me. $520 black leather Ferragamo shoes? Yep exotic.
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Taxes: The Truth about Barack Obama's Plan for America
John McCain: You just can't have too many lobbyists for Campaign Advisors these days
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Who needs Rocky when you've got Baracky? Baracky II
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Take Bull by the Horns | Report to Admin

By Peter from Reading, PA Aug 15th 2008 at 12:33 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:33 am EDT)

Senator Obama should challenge Jerome Corsi to sit down with him on the same stage or even go on Larry King together. THAT would be very interesting. Better yet, have JOE BIDEN challenge Corsi to debate the "book" point-by-point. That could even get ugly!

Re: Take Bull by the Horns | Report to Admin

By Nashfan for Obama in Phoenix, who has had "ENOUGH!" Aug 15th 2008 at 4:17 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 4:17 am EDT)

I really like this idea. Simply fighting the smears on the internet has a very limited audience. Is Corsi brave enough to come face to face with Barack Obama or Joe Biden? What a slimeball the guy is.

Stopped Dead in my Tracks | Report to Admin

By Kevin from Faribault, MN Aug 15th 2008 at 12:37 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:37 am EDT)

I was really happy that Stop the Smears took on the Corsi book. As I was reading the rebuttal though I was stopped dead in my tracks by this statement rebutting his comments about Bill Ayers
"REALITY: AYERS AND DOHRN ARE MEMBERS OF THE ESTABLISHMENT WITH TIES TO
THE MAYOR"
If we see these two as mainstream members of the establishment, most people will want to get as far away from this campaign as possible. Surely this is a mis-print that should be corrected.

Re: Stopped Dead in my Tracks | Report to Admin

By ED-“Wasilla Hillbillies Looting Nieman Marcus Right To Center” My Friends We got Em Where We Want Em Hehe 1600 Pennsylvania Ave Aug 15th 2008 at 12:57 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:57 am EDT)

I walked into a Burger King with a buy-one-get- one-free
coupon for a sandwich. I handed it to the girl and she looked
over at a little chalkboard that said 'buy one-get one free'. 'They're
already buy-one-get- one-free' , she said, 'so
I guess they're both free'. She handed me my two free
sandwiches, and I walked out the door.

They walk among us and they vote.
============ =======

One day I was walking down the beach with some friends
when one of them shouted, 'Look at that dead bird!' Someone
looked up at the sky and said, ' Where?'

They walk among us and they vote.
============ ========

I used to work in technical support for a 24/7 call
center. One day I got a call from an individual who asked what hours
the call center was open I told him, 'The number you dialed is open 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week.'
He responded, 'Is that Eastern or Pacific time?' Wanting
to end the call quickly, I said, 'Uh, Pacific.'

They walk among us and they vote.
============ ========

My sister has a lifesaving tool in her car designed to
cut through a seatbelt if she gets trapped. She keeps it in
the trunk.

They walk among us and they vote.
============ ========

I couldn't find my luggage at the airport baggage area,
so I went to the lost luggage office and told the woman there
that my bags never showed up.

She smiled and told me not to worry because she was a
trained professional and I was in good hands. 'Now ,' she asked
me, 'has your plane arrived yet?'

They walk among us and they vote.
============ ========

While working at a pizza parlor I observed a man
ordering a small pizza to go. He appeared to be alone and the cook
asked him if he would like it cut into 4 pieces or 6.

He thought about it for some time before responding.

'Just cut it into 4 pieces; I don't think I'm hungry
enough to eat 6 pieces.'

They walk among us and they vote.
============ =======

AND THEY ALSO REPRODUCE!!

Re: Stopped Dead in my Tracks | Report to Admin

By Nashfan for Obama in Phoenix, who has had "ENOUGH!" Aug 15th 2008 at 4:16 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 4:16 am EDT)

LOL! Thanks for many good laughs, but it is sad that there are voters that would fit the description, just like you wrote.

Re: Stopped Dead in my Tracks | Report to Admin

By ED-“Wasilla Hillbillies Looting Nieman Marcus Right To Center” My Friends We got Em Where We Want Em Hehe 1600 Pennsylvania Ave Aug 15th 2008 at 12:58 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:58 am EDT)

I walked into a Burger King with a buy-one-get- one-free
coupon for a sandwich. I handed it to the girl and she looked
over at a little chalkboard that said 'buy one-get one free'. 'They're
already buy-one-get- one-free' , she said, 'so
I guess they're both free'. She handed me my two free
sandwiches, and I walked out the door.

They walk among us and they vote.
============ =======

One day I was walking down the beach with some friends
when one of them shouted, 'Look at that dead bird!' Someone
looked up at the sky and said, ' Where?'

They walk among us and they vote.
============ ========

I used to work in technical support for a 24/7 call
center. One day I got a call from an individual who asked what hours
the call center was open I told him, 'The number you dialed is open 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week.'
He responded, 'Is that Eastern or Pacific time?' Wanting
to end the call quickly, I said, 'Uh, Pacific.'

They walk among us and they vote.
============ ========

My sister has a lifesaving tool in her car designed to
cut through a seatbelt if she gets trapped. She keeps it in
the trunk.

They walk among us and they vote.
============ ========

I couldn't find my luggage at the airport baggage area,
so I went to the lost luggage office and told the woman there
that my bags never showed up.

She smiled and told me not to worry because she was a
trained professional and I was in good hands. 'Now ,' she asked
me, 'has your plane arrived yet?'

They walk among us and they vote.
============ ========

While working at a pizza parlor I observed a man
ordering a small pizza to go. He appeared to be alone and the cook
asked him if he would like it cut into 4 pieces or 6.

He thought about it for some time before responding.

'Just cut it into 4 pieces; I don't think I'm hungry
enough to eat 6 pieces.'

They walk among us and they vote.
============ =======

AND THEY ALSO REPRODUCE!!

Re: Stopped Dead in my Tracks | Report to Admin

By The Traveler Aug 15th 2008 at 12:59 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:59 am EDT)

What are you talking about??

Stopping Negative Attack Ads | Report to Admin

By Stephen from Los Angeles, CA Aug 15th 2008 at 1:06 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 1:06 am EDT)

In 2000 the RNC said Gore was a "Divider" and Bush was a "Uniter" Voters believed the lies. Bush was elected.

In 2004 the RNC said Kerry was a "Flip-Flop". The Swiftboaters said Kerry was unfit to be President. Voters believed the lies. Bush was elected.

In 2008 the RNC continues with their lies. The voters bought into the RNC lies twice. They can't be fooled a third time.

The RNC represents the interests of the "Ownership Society" as Bush calls them. If you don't fit into that elite category, they don't care about you. You are expendable pawns to be used. We need to get the message out and get the 80% of people who are not a part of the "Ownership Society" to vote for Senator Obama.

Oh NO you don't! | Report to Admin

By Michael Guinn Aug 15th 2008 at 2:37 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 2:37 am EDT)

NOT THIS TIME!

How to fight a smear | Report to Admin

By Doug Aug 15th 2008 at 2:38 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 2:38 am EDT)

Simply the most effective approach I've seen yet for fighting a smear - check out the "Fox is Wrong" video from Brave New Films that is up at the Jed Report:

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I think this style would play exceptionally well in the mass media - people would watch just because of how entertaining it is, and get a healthy dose of exposure to the real Obama in the process. I hope the campaign is watching :)

Unfit | Report to Admin

By Nashfan for Obama in Phoenix, who has had "ENOUGH!" Aug 15th 2008 at 4:12 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 4:12 am EDT)

I read the Corsi article and its refutation yesterday somewhere. It is good to refute it, but majority of people get their 'news' from watching TV. What is the campaign doing to influence these people? It's not enough to post this on the Obama blog.

Obama needs more TV ads, and he needs to ATTACK McCain as a person. Enough is enough.

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By Nashfan for Obama in Phoenix, who has had "ENOUGH!" Aug 15th 2008 at 4:24 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 4:24 am EDT)

Please donate to my page

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Obama for POTUS!

A black hole named Corsi | Report to Admin

By Matthew from Blackwood, NJ Aug 15th 2008 at 6:26 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 6:26 am EDT)

This entity who obviously sent box tops to receive a PhD may try to be the center of his realm, and it just might be true. He's the one who's truly black, devoid of matter and tries to suck in everything around him merely to elevate the facade of his non-existent importance. Freedom of speech does not include the calculated, conspired infection of propaganda. Corsi is an excellent candidate to use his mouth for something other than talking, and Rush can be first in line.
Taken as a whole, the Republican Party along with their extorting, favor-exchanging extremist right-wing sludge, should be disbanded. They behave like pirates, looting, pillaging, fighting, lying, cheating, raping and attacking all in their path. At least pirates have a code of honor amongst themselves, a quality the "right" does not possess. They are old, cantankerous hypocrites, and it is time for them to be suppressed and learn a taste of their own actions. But most people are better than to stoop to their level of insanity. The best we people can do is use our power to vote to wrest away from the Republicans as much influence on our politics and our lives as we possibly can. Push them far away and not let them back until they learn to behave and be civilized.
The fourth reich of Bush's presidency must be squashed, as any tyranny must. And I can only hope we could ignore fat, old, mentally lazy, self bloated men like Jerome Cours-eye, Bill O'rally and Rush Limpball, and treat their evil, hate-mongering stance upon the world with the greatest disdain.
This country needs to seek justice for the crimes of propaganda, war and treason that we and the world has had to endure. And every one of those who promoted these atrocities and offer the American people only a black hole.

McQueeg's Integrity | Report to Admin

By Opsimath44 Aug 15th 2008 at 9:26 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 9:26 am EDT)

An old grad from the Naval Academy, who's currently a judge in the DC area, told me that Ollie North hasn't been back to Annapolis since the Iran-Contra scandal. The reason: he has been silenced by his classmates for lying under oath during the congressional testimony. A clear violation of the USNA honor code, his classmates told him that they are not allowed to talk to him — in other words, they're giving him the silence treatment, the traditional punishment for breaking the honor code.

This judge is a die-hard Republican, so I have no idea why he'd make up something like that, and I've never investigated it, but it does seem odd that I've never heard mention of Mr. North appearing at Annapolis, for a speech, a football game, or a graduation.

Anyway, getting back on track...

McCain is danger-close to putting himself in the same boat.

At the military academies, quibbling is the same thing as lying.

And it is definitely quibbling to run around saying "Tell them to get back to work" when he failed to vote on this critical issue eight times.

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Eight Strikes and You’re Out

By THOMAS L. FRIEDMAN
Published: August 12, 2008

John McCain recently tried to underscore his seriousness about pushing through a new energy policy, with a strong focus on more drilling for oil, by telling a motorcycle convention that Congress needed to come back from vacation immediately and do something about America’s energy crisis. “Tell them to come back and get to work!” McCain bellowed.

Sorry, but I can’t let that one go by. McCain knows why.

It was only five days earlier, on July 30, that the Senate was voting for the eighth time in the past year on a broad, vitally important bill — S. 3335 — that would have extended the investment tax credits for installing solar energy and the production tax credits for building wind turbines and other energy-efficiency systems.

Senator McCain did not show up for the crucial vote on July 30, and the renewable energy bill was defeated for the eighth time. In fact, John McCain has a perfect record on this renewable energy legislation. He has missed all eight votes over the last year — which effectively counts as a no vote each time. Once, he was even in the Senate and wouldn’t leave his office to vote.

Re: McQueeg's Integrity | Report to Admin

By MarkkraM Aug 15th 2008 at 10:34 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 10:34 am EDT)

I think our job is to find out who the die hard anti green energy are and plaster their state with discontent on their position.Right?
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Re: Dr Jerome Corsi!!!!! Yeah!!!! | Report to Admin

By MarkkraM Aug 15th 2008 at 10:28 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 10:28 am EDT)

Some of the problem of not finding jobs is the fact that some employers move around to area's with cheaper employment and better tax incentive's, and not all 20 mil(?) illegals are NON-English speaking and/or employed - some are actually going to school, raising families and several start there own business. But one big reason why they get hired is lower pay request, some under the table schemes, as well as not turning in Worker's comp. claims.
Yes there is a huge problem when it comes to getting people to a job these days and it is not A RACE problem believe ME. America and the world are changing, remember how young America is .
HOLD on for the ride........
Obama '08
Obama '12

Thank HQ's | Report to Admin

By MarkkraM Aug 15th 2008 at 9:49 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 9:49 am EDT)

Thanks to HQ's for responding to these books, We all know there is much better reading. I believe one posisitve one to pick up is "Obamanomics" I heard the author on c-span book tour this past weekend, he is an economist that believes in ground up economics as opposed to trickle down, which I believe we could easlily convince some R's to join us under that arguement.
Empower those at the bottom and WE WILL rise up on our own. (Correct me if I'm wrong - But I suggest HQ's gives us some guidence on books that come out)
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http://www.amazon.com/Obamanom ics-Bottom-Up-Prosperity-Trick le-Down-Economics/dp/158322865 9

Re: Dr Jerome Corsi - Patriot!!! | Report to Admin

By MarkkraM Aug 15th 2008 at 10:19 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 10:19 am EDT)

America does not care. Bush made it in based on nothing and after admitting alcohol and cocaine abuse. Do you really think America cares if Barry smoked even crack, come on get over it, just look at the TRUTH(OUT) and MOVE-ON will you.
I think Barack has said changing drug laws would send the wrong message so unless he changes on that position, which he may do after he contacts the PEOPLE of America and ask's them what they want instead of just people who think they know it all and GET IT.
Barack is what we need in Washington now at this time.
I am sorry you fill otherwise but your comments here won't sway any minds here.
America wants to talk about our future and we don't need bogged down with the past.

a must view | Report to Admin

By MarkkraM Aug 15th 2008 at 10:06 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 10:06 am EDT)

This is not what politics is about

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Spread the Truth

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By Courtney from Seattle, WA Aug 16th 2008 at 1:48 am EDT (Updated Aug 16th 2008 at 1:48 am EDT)

For what it's worth, (and it probably doesn't mean much, since this is deep in the non-relevant neighborhood):

I grew up in the Northeastern part of Oregon; farm lander territory. With that, it was defintiely a mostly Republican populated area. I wasn't by any means a Bush man, but grew up respecting the Reagan ways and was told that the economic leadings of the Reagan his thoughts were the American way.

Fast forward to eight years ago, I followed my teachings and did vote for George W. on the initial election against VP Gore. I felt that it was time for the Country to embrace a new strong-hold of the global economy and try to bring total power to the U.S....man, was I wrong.

side note -I by no means believe that GWB is responsible for 9/11,but he didn't help....that can be another post....

Fast forward-I have now changed my ways, possibly maturity or having a politcal epiphany, by I am a recovering democratic fully embracing Mr. Obama. I will do everything in my power to ensure that OUR country has this man leading OUR families in the right direction.

Mr. Obama has already touched my life by the way that he motivates our country and people. He gives hope and guidance in what we can expect. What he lacks in Oval Office experience (so does John McCain) he gains in socialness(that may not be a word, but hell with it) of people.

All I know, is I want this man to lead OUR COUNTRY and I'll do what EVER it takes. GO STRONG MR. OBAMA!!!!!!

Sign and Digg | Report to Admin

By Mama 4 Obama Aug 15th 2008 at 10:30 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 10:30 am EDT)

Sign this and Digg it:

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THE FIERCE URGENCY OF NOW! | Report to Admin

By A Rebirth Aug 15th 2008 at 10:35 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 10:35 am EDT)

THE FIERCE URGENCY OF NOW!
Be progressive!
Be productive!
Be proactive!
CALL - DONATE - PARTICIPATE!

Re: THE FIERCE URGENCY OF NOW! | Report to Admin

By A Rebirth Aug 15th 2008 at 10:36 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 10:36 am EDT)

In BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA we trust,
ANYONE ELSE SIMPLY JUST WON’T DO!

LEADERSHIP WE CAN ALL BE PROUD OF!
LEADERSHIP WE CAN ALL BELIEVE IN!
LEADERSHIP WE CAN ALL TRUST!
O B A M A for POTUS 2008-2016!

1-Love!
= D

W.A.N.T.E.D
Can we be O-Friends?
Please say 'YES WE CAN!'
Thank you!
= D

FALSE NEWS | Report to Admin

By Nuggets of Truth Aug 15th 2008 at 10:46 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 10:46 am EDT)

FALSE NEWS

We Distort.
You Deride.

spread the word of "experience" | Report to Admin

By INTEGRITYFIRST007 Aug 15th 2008 at 10:59 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 10:59 am EDT)

can you believe where this country is today. we have been sold out. lets see what washington experience has gotten us. our experienced leadership in washington. bush 1, bush 2, cheny, mccain. war 1 war 2, sagging economy, 4400 dead soldiers, 30000 injured and mamed, divorce in military families at all time high, 1 trillion dollar cost of war, gas up $2 since taking office. record profits for all big business because slave labor over seas, is making all the products we buy and that we use to make. the worst housing market since the great depression. healtcare in crisis. here are just some of the facts that are affecting you and that you should let others know when they voice a thought that they are/may vote for mccain. lets do all we can to change the direction of our great country. our generation deserves better!

Make Note of The Footnote Icon After Book TItle | Report to Admin

By Tom Wieliczka Aug 15th 2008 at 11:30 am EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 11:30 am EDT)

From The NY Times Non-FICTION Section:

1) THE OBAMA NATION, by Jerome R. Corsi. (Threshold, $28.) The Democratic candidate as an extreme leftist, from the co-author of “Unfit for Command: Swift Boat Veterans Speak Out Against John Kerry.” (†)

First off, what the hell is this book doing in the non-FICTION section, after Barack's campaign slammed every facet of the book as lies?

Second, note the emblem at the end of the description - which means some group bought a ton of this book and most of them could be sitting in boxes in some storage room - UNread!!!

Top of NY Times "bestseller" list, my ass!!

Corsi and Maitlin -- traitors? | Report to Admin

By Political Gal Friend Aug 15th 2008 at 12:09 pm EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:09 pm EDT)

The lastest “clean campaign” slander from the McCain camp. Here is Corsi’s justification for pushing his bag of puke.“In an interview with The Associated Press, Corsi defended raising the issue of drugs without any evidence. "I don't need more," he said. "I'm putting this question forward. I'm putting the evidence forward. Voters can make up their own minds." ****There is no evidence. Even his footnotes are fake. He often quotes as his expert sources – himself!!!
Constitution expert Professor Meiklejohn testifed before Congress: The First Amendment gives our nation freedom of the Press so that our citizens “can be given the information they need to govern themselves in a democracy.”
Corsi's Bigfoot lies do not help our nation’s voters gain the facts so they may "govern themselves in a democracy."
Corsi and publisher Maitlin, who worked for Cheney, are both traitors. They collaborated to fool the voters instead of enlightening them. They collaborated to destroy America's democratic electoral process and to cheat us of correct information about a presidential candidate.
While claiming that this book is on the best seller list at the NYTimes, the Times is a little less than honest. Check out the dart next to the books’ “No. 1 Best seller” notation – it means that it is NOT a best seller by virtue of individual sales -- but a rigged evaluation created by groups (right wing?) buying the book in bulk so that it looks like a winner. What corporate supported sleeze bags.
A real journalist speaks out.
and YES WE WILL.

US is soaked in lies, hopelessly. | Report to Admin

By Sergei from Hartsdale, NY Aug 15th 2008 at 12:11 pm EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 12:11 pm EDT)

US is soaked in lies, hopelessly.

It is not only in terms of internal politics, its about international affairs as well. The smear machine that Obama feels on himself works as well on Russians in relation to conflict in Georgia these days, with only difference that Russians can not do much to counteract in US media, beside few random individual bloggers here and there.

It is scary, just plane scary.

'cover' of 'unfit for publication' | Report to Admin

By Lee Church Aug 15th 2008 at 1:55 pm EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 1:55 pm EDT)

the splashing of the Time review comment on the cover of "unfit for publication" may lead some to think that time thinks that 'unfit for publication' is packed with lies, not the book it's responding to.

While it's a nice artistic touch, be careful reinforcing the wrong message in responding to the lies.

This technical 'mistake' is a repetition of the early layout 'mistake' when rolling out the original format of the anti smear website as well. Thus I would suggest that someone needs to review these 'publications' from an external perspective for unintentional inforcement of the smears.

It's a minor thing, but please be careful.

thanks.

Risks of a McCain Presidency: Part I: | Report to Admin

By Benny Ambrose Aug 15th 2008 at 2:11 pm EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 2:11 pm EDT)

Please, join the fight: Read, comment, and pass the following important and informative article by Prof. Akonteh:

Link

Thanks for your collaboration.

unfit for publication = libel | Report to Admin

By Thomas from Philadelphia, PA Aug 15th 2008 at 2:26 pm EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 2:26 pm EDT)

As the facts surrounding the false statements have been available for some time now will someone explain to me why Obama does not sue the author and publisher for libel? This is the only way to say to the doubters: This is all lies. Anything short of that and there will always be those that wonder why he never really struck back.

Jerome Corsi | Report to Admin

By stroud00 Aug 15th 2008 at 3:11 pm EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 3:11 pm EDT)

This man is a frightening person who does not appear to be in control of his faculties. His fate should mirror that of McCarthy.

I am very disappointed in Mary Matalin. How can she defend these lies as "scholarly" when they can so easily be proven false? She puts her prestige on the line for this?

PUMA ‘EXPOSED’ ON THE NEWS........PUMA = FRAUDS | Report to Admin

By Vernan Aug 15th 2008 at 4:32 pm EDT (Updated Aug 15th 2008 at 4:32 pm EDT)

The evidence is below on this link.

Link

PUMA were exposed on TV as nothing but a ‘REPUGNANTAN BACKED’ set of bumbling FOOLS that don't know their ass from their elbow.

THE SAD THING IS THAT

The Hillary fans who were SUCKERED into PUMA'S lies and BULLSHIT by thinking they were relieving Hillary of her campaign debt were in actual fact,.. funding the RNC and John McCain.

Hillary has 'near enough' the SAME amount of debt that she incurred 2 months ago. I really don’t think those Hillary supporters who refused to back Obama realized where all their donations really went. Now poor Hillary has to 'write off her debt' as a personal loss.

The old saying goes….

PRIDE GOETH BEFORE THE FALL

Those Hillary fans who refused to embrace Barack Obama were indignant and vengeful when Hillary lost and it led them to be suckered, used and abused by ‘Rush Limbaugh’ and the Republicans.

PLEASE SPREAD THIS CLIP

Re: Say your sorry Obama! | Report to Admin

By CHadley Aug 16th 2008 at 9:53 am EDT (Updated Aug 16th 2008 at 9:53 am EDT)

When did Sen. Obama do this? Give examples? I know you can't...because it NEVER HAPPENED! That was something cooked up, once again, by the incompetent MSM and everyone knows it. That's where your anger should be directed! They have injected themselves into this entire process with their sexist and racist commentators. So don't blame this campaign; Sen. Obama has gone out of his way to be gracious and he deserves a little of that back.

Corsi's Speech (with apologies to Samuel Beckett) | Report to Admin

By Mark from Philadelphia, PA Aug 18th 2008 at 5:31 pm EDT (Updated Aug 18th 2008 at 5:31 pm EDT)

"Given the existence as uttered forth in the public works of O'Reilly and Limbaugh of a personal Rove with a bald head outside the Constitution without Geneva who from the heights of divine Gitmo divine Ghraib divine Cheney who tortures us dearly for reasons unknown with some exceptions but not so fast in spite of the votes the polls the crowds Berlin three-pointers of all sorts in spite of the war but time will tell I repeat in a word in short the swiftboats I repeat it is established beyond all doubt the flagpin the pledge the turban Hawaii and Kenya in Kansas it is established in the public words of Jackson and Wright and Michelle Obama and Gerry Ferraro I repeat too black too angry in spite of a God who damns America with some exceptions but not so fast because of the votes of Kentucky and Texas and due to the fame of Paris and Britney in spite of the strides of Ghandi and King but not so fast the public works of Ayers and Malcolm by any means necessary and who can doubt it I repeat it is established no doubt in brief I resume Barack Hussein Osama Barack Hussein Obama bin Laden the turban the flagpin the pledge in a word I resume in short in fine alas alas McCain so white so old fading fading fading in spite of the crowds alas the votes bin Laden... abortion... so calm... Edwards... Unfinished."

Fight back with reason and reminders. | Report to Admin

By Mary from Saint Paul, MN Sep 14th 2008 at 5:17 pm EDT (Updated Sep 14th 2008 at 5:17 pm EDT)

I believe the media is responsible because the press is so easily manipulated by the Chaney/Rove machine(I would include Bush but he couldn’t manipulate himself out of a wet bag.) The attack on the media has always worked for them before. Is the press is not allowed to even ask Palin probing questions? Is she above answering questions? What is in Gods’ name (yes I’m a Christian) is wrong with this picture? She would in all likelihood (McCain’s age and history of cancer) become the most powerful human on EARTH! The Republicans don’t want her talking to the press after one serious discussion with a creditable news man. There is a video of her saying she doesn’t know what a vice president does! Her foreign policy experience consists looking out her kitchen window at Russia. In the interview she thinks a war with Russia may be necessary to defend Georgia! Yea you and how’s army? Is this not enough to make her unelectable? They have propped her up as an advocate for women but she is even more anti-women’s rights than Bush/McCain. She is a right wing religious nut! She doesn’t believe in globe warming, evolution or a woman’s right to equal pay. She’s against stem cell research. She against a women’s right for choice even in the case of a 12 year old child who has been raped by her step-father. Even after the documented truth has come out she continues the LIES about the bridge to now where. She hired lobbyists to get the ear marks! She’s thin minded puppet like Bush, easily spewing the right wing nonsense. They really do think they can bate and switch. I’m praying this county has wised up in the last 8 nightmarish years. Bush won with the same non-sense about a “kinder and gentler” Republican.
These republicans used the media for propaganda that pushed us into a preemptive stupid costly war with the wrong country. They are now using the Nixon tactics of stonewalling the press and the courts in Alaska!
Obama campaign should put the corruptions and scandals at the feet of these two because they have been complisit. Just naming then all in one list may be enough enlighten these uninformed undecided. Google “Bush scandals.” There are over 300 and counting.
I am a woman seriously afraid we will have awful consequences if Barack doesn’t win.

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