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By Dwight "Hussein" Hershey, San Diego, CA Jun 10th 2008 at 1:30 am EDT

FIRED UP, READY TO GO!

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By Jen who will celebrate this November with a Obama win!! Jun 10th 2008 at 1:36 am EDT

DWIGHT,

Do you want to donate to celebrate your number one?

Here is my donation page:

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Jun 10th 2008 at 1:39 am EDT

Hey Jen, thanks for giving us the heads up on the new thread!

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By Jen who will celebrate this November with a Obama win!! Jun 10th 2008 at 1:42 am EDT

Just doing my job..... ;)

Glad to be of assistance!!

I need to get to bed soon..

I keep having to much fun to get off the site.

Can anyone give just one last donation to me for the night? I am needing to get one more $5....
What do you think???

PLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLEEEEAAAASSSSE EEE!!!

You are the best blog family!!

Donate here:

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By ♥ Not.This.Time.Not.This.Year. ♥ Joyce from Canada ♥ ♥ Jun 10th 2008 at 2:03 am EDT

Hi Hopemongers,

Take a look at this beautiful picture of BO and his daughters. Link
If you like it, please consider donating to my FR Link
Pretty please with cherry on top :)

Barack needs your help to defeat the neo-con machine.

Thank you my generous O'family!

♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

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By Jed K Jun 10th 2008 at 3:01 am EDT

Hello, Obama supporters!

I need your help! VQTE needs your help!

I am determined to keep the community going strong, but I need your participation. With Obama now the Democratic nominee, there is no shortage of topics to discuss and/or issues to debate. With your participation, you are not only helping VQTE, you are helping Obama and his supporters. Won't you be a part of it?

http://www.vqte.com
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PM me if you have any questions or suggestions.

Thanks!

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By Celtic Jun 10th 2008 at 7:21 am EDT

VIDEO- Obama's Speech Class 101 Link

Gallup Daily: Obama 46%, McCain 44% Link

Obama catapults ahead of McCain On the Electoral Vote Count Link

Clinton Sends Confidants to Chicago For "Reconciliation" Link

Edwardses come out for Obama Link

Evangelical plans lawsuit over new Obama outreach effort Link

Barack Obama Gets The Chuck Berry Endorsement Link

Caption This Picture!! Link

Poll- Women Are Not Shunning Obama Link

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By Student for Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 9:32 am EDT

We all need to be FIRED UP if we want help Senator Obama win in November! A lot of my friends have asked - what can we do RIGHT NOW to help Senator Obama - and here's a short list of 5 things we can do to help him out ~

1. Donate some dollars to his campaign on this site! It's super fast and it helps his numbers

2. Volunteer your time! You can register voters at the supermarket/YMCA/library, for example. Get a group of friends together and ask your local Democrats group how to best do this!

3. Talk to friends and neighbors about the importance of change and Senator Obama's goals. We can't live in isolation. We have to spread the good word and come together as a party

4. Put a Bumper-sticker on your car or an Obama sign in your window! It's good to show support because it also shows Senator Obama is well liked among your community! This helps!

5. Write letters to the editors of your newspapers and websites about the election - telling them why you support Senator Obama. These letters definitely make an impact!

We can do this! Yes We Can! Vote Obama in 2008!

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By M from Dallas, TX Jun 10th 2008 at 10:13 am EDT

Kucinich presents Bush impeachment articles

Should Bush be impeached?

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By Srepen Jun 14th 2008 at 10:02 am EDT

Yes we can

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By Andrew Lietzow Jun 10th 2008 at 10:04 am EDT

Thank you Celtic from Mishawaka, IN, for your posts.

You always post such great links. I should just come here first thing each morning and look up what you have posted, and then get on with my day.

Thank you! I believe you've shown yourself to be an asset to the campaign!

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By Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jun 10th 2008 at 5:21 am EDT

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By Teddy from Round Hill, VA Jun 10th 2008 at 8:42 am EDT

I would like to use this open thread to discuss a few things.

I started supporting obama about a year ago, before that i was supporting Edwards. Who i think would have made an excellent president.

Anyways, back in 2006 i really started getting into politics. I am from Northern Virginia, and in 2006 you could feel a change. The incumbent republican senator George Allen slipping in the polls and Jim Webb was climbing, not many people watched this but i was a HUGE Webb advocate. I got my family into it, telling them Virginia needs to go blue this election to help in 2008.

Low and behold Jim Webb won my state by a few thousand votes and we have a democratic governor, Democratic senator and probably a new democratic senator this election thanks to Mark Warner probably taking John Warners spot.

I am here to say Virginia needs to go blue this november! And i am here to strongly support the VP spot to Jim Webb for a few reasons.

1. He is a reagan democrat and will bring in alot of support with that group.

2. He is a veteran and former secretary of navy under reagan. Pretty good to get independents dont you think?

3. He will almost certainly put Virginia in the democrats column.

4. He speaks like a blue collar Joe Smith and that will help in the ohio states.

5. Hes tough, hes not afraid to go after the republicans, but also not afraid to join with them to get legislation past. He has done alot in a very short time!

I really respect hillary clinton and would love for her to be on the ticket, but she cannot come close to offering what the great junior senator from my state can do.

Just imaginge Obama/Webb '08. I promise you it is unbeatable.

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By Teddy from Round Hill, VA Jun 10th 2008 at 8:47 am EDT

also i must say this is coming from an upper middle class white guy. I live in loudoun county, one of the wealthiest counties in the country.

Driving all over northern virginia i see so many Obama stickers on cars and yard displays. I have seen a total of ONE mccain sticker!

Im very proud of my state this year and the last few years

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By A Rebirth Jun 10th 2008 at 8:54 am EDT

Fabulous!

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By Tracy from Indianapolis, IN Jun 10th 2008 at 6:13 pm EDT

Great...go ahead and vote for a Marxist...it's a free country...at least for now!

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By Thank YOU President Obama!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 6:48 pm EDT

Why don't you try to take the time to fine out more about the Senator before you make such comments. Decide for yourself. Don't let others decide and think for you!

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By Stanley H. Krute Jun 10th 2008 at 9:16 am EDT

Deep agreement on all your points.

This election is going to be tight. It's going to go down to the wire. Barack plus a standard liberal Dem on the ticket would not be a lock to win. Barack plus Webb is the GOP nightmare. Webb trumps McCain, wins VA-PA-OH-IN-NC, brings in a part of the Dem coalition that's been lost since 1968, and is smart/funny/tough.

-- stan

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By George Jun 10th 2008 at 10:08 am EDT

I completely agree with you and I will even go as far as saying he probably will be the veep. Mr. Webb has the same kind of trail blazing spirit as does BO. I think you are right on the money he would be an excellent match for November.
I think if we can win in Virginia and the state goes blue (like you say) we will be in the White House. As goes Virginia in November so goes the Nation!!!

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By Vicki Jun 10th 2008 at 10:41 am EDT

I am with you, for the most part, on Senator Webb. The only thing I have concern for is his perceived harrassment of women that took place quite a few years ago.

Would need to be a very solid strategy in place to deal with this, especially for those who believe that sexism was part of the reason that Mrs. Clinton lost the nomination.

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By Tara - Richmond, VA (4 America's Candidate -President Obama) Yes We Can....Fired Up... Ready 2 Go!!!!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 12:53 pm EDT

I think Obama/Webb 08 is the best ticket

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By LCSWquilter Jun 10th 2008 at 11:59 pm EDT

Hi, Teddy,
I live near you in Arlington, VA and couldn't agree more that Jim Webb should be Obama's VP pick. He has gravitas and convictions. Although he is primarily known for his military experience, he is also a fighter for the working class and the poor. I know he could relate to those working class citizens who were former Hillary supporters and can convince them to give Obama the benefit of the doubt. I join you in supporting Jim Webb for VP.
Anita

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By Dwight "Hussein" Hershey, San Diego, CA Jun 10th 2008 at 1:44 am EDT

Hey Jen, I just donated to through your page...I know it's not much, but it is what I can do at this time. :)

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By Jen who will celebrate this November with a Obama win!! Jun 10th 2008 at 1:52 am EDT

Hey Dwight...

ya' made my night!!!

I feel that every penny is used in a brilliant manner so every little bit helps!!!

Barack 08!!!

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By William from Stamford, CT Jun 10th 2008 at 3:00 am EDT

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By Liba Jun 10th 2008 at 9:22 am EDT

That is funny....

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By Balloons Across America Jun 10th 2008 at 7:14 am EDT

GO DWIGHT....

OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT!

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By Babs Hussein in Potomac Falls, VA Jun 10th 2008 at 7:53 am EDT

LOVE that cartoon!

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By Okela Jun 10th 2008 at 2:45 am EDT

With Obama it looks like more than one chicken has come home to roost. It seems the multiracial issue is front and center as a lot of white people wish him to celebrate this side of his unique ethnicity. Well, I'm sure this will come as no surprise but this is an issue we've (people of the African Diaspora) been dealing with for centuries.

As is common fact, many slaves were raped by their owners and other white folks who thought it their liberty to do with Black people as they so desired. As a consequence, many mulattos (bi-racial children) were born to both slave and slave masters. How does a nation classify those children when faced with this question, they apply the 1% rule. This rule made a lot of people ineligible to inherit property and money that, in some cases, was bequeathed to them by their planter parent. For centuries those bi-racial people fought to be recognized by white and black folks, and while the white community may never accept (until now) bi-racial people the black community over time became theirs as much as any other black person.

Finally, it is scientifically correct to say that Obama is both white and black, and it is important to note that this issue is not unique in the black community. Acceptance of Obama's bi-racial ethnicity is proof that America is on its way to a better future. Those bi-racial Ancestors of ours who lost their lives, and most times their inheritance because of the percentage of black in them would be pleased. Nevertheless, Obama is the sum of his experiences, he is strongly rooted in the black community, and rightly so since they always accepted him. Obama would not be Obama if it weren't for the Black experience.

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By RecipeMaster Jun 10th 2008 at 5:56 am EDT

Thankfully I live in an area where bi-racial/multi-racial couples are fairly well received. Our area was a part of the Underground Railroad, I'm proud to say. Of course, we have a few "rednecks", but I think through Obama, we may have some "converts".

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By Balloons Across America Jun 10th 2008 at 8:29 am EDT

...? Part of the "underground railroad"? I was not aware of that.... I have distant relatives from surrounding areas. Actually, about 50 miles from Ironton, up 52, my Great Great Uncle was shot dead in his door way by a white man who thought his daughter was in the house with my "Black" nephew.

Turns out she wasn't but My Uncle is still dead. I think the man spent about 18 months in jail. How sickening huh?...and many wonder why Black people still have anger where race relations are concerned. But we all have to move on no matter how hard.

I am biracial, and I'm not sure who you man we are "pretty well received" by....? Do you mean by society, or by the people in your area?...My Mother always told me that I was made in love, and that I am a child of the Most High God, and that I was the most beautiful "thing" she had ever seen.... So I love myself no matter what other's think of me.

Thank God that times have changed, and some people are finally realizing that we are all different but are all human being, and we all should be treated as such. Only God can change the heart of a man/woman.

Thank God for Barack Obama!!

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By Day Lily "Virginia Mom" Jun 10th 2008 at 8:46 am EDT

My eldest is biracial(puerto rican/black mother and white father) and their friend are mostly white except for one and she never complains about being treated diffrently. Although she tells me some of her white friends do not let the black girls jump rump with them. I always tell her that it's not right and she is bright enough to know what going on. Thank God she doesnt act that way, and plays w/ both races.I live in a rural gated community w/ a sprinkle of AA and a majority of whites. Both races are friendly and kind. Her first day in school a white little boy asked her "what she was" and "were is she from". Her response was from earth and I am human, Duh.

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By Diana Jun 10th 2008 at 6:57 am EDT

Thanks for this little bit of education. I appreciate the post.

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By Anthony in N.C. Jun 10th 2008 at 8:04 am EDT

I noticed the Huffington Post put an article online showing how happy his father's family is about winning the nomination, but how come they did not interview or show reaction from his mother's side of the family. I am sure they would have been celebrating as well.

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By Balloons Across America Jun 10th 2008 at 8:32 am EDT

I wondered the same thing..... but I also think that Barack's Mom's people were not that open about his true heritage... I think they had people calling him BARON, instead of BARACK... how sad.... and I think his Grandma is not well.

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By Middle-aged Woman from WLaf IN Jun 10th 2008 at 9:09 am EDT

From this article, it appears that they tried to interview his grandmother but she declined. I think she usually does because her health isn't very good.

Last night, in a victory speech in Minnesota — site of the rival GOP national convention in September — Obama dedicated the historic moment to his maternal grandmother, Madelyn Dunham, a retired bank vice president who lives at a Beretania Street apartment.

Obama described Dunham as someone who "poured everything she had into me, and who helped to make me the man I am today. Tonight is for her."

Andy Winer, an attorney and Democratic strategist involved with the local Obama campaign, said a personal visit or campaign stop is on the table now that Obama likely has the nomination. Unconfirmed news media reports last month speculated Obama might visit as part of a biographical tour of his life.

His maternal grandfather, Stanley Dunham, who fought in World War II, is buried at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl. Maya Soetoro-Ng, his sister and a history teacher at La Pietra Hawai'i School for Girls, lives here with her husband, Konrad, and their daughter.

Dunham, his grandmother, has declined interview requests. "Thank you for thinking of me," she said yesterday.

Link

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By VA . Greatgran 'Grab A Mop' for President Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 9:27 am EDT

Does anyone remember seeing his great aunt at a rally,I think in Kansas? She was the perkiest little thing.I wish they had interviewed her.Not shy at all.

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By karela Jun 10th 2008 at 9:27 am EDT

Dear Okela from Brooklyn---Not having had your experience, I cannot claim to know how you feel about biracial questions, though I did listen to your comments with an open heart.
I would like to ask you to consider the other side too please. Obama was a love child between a man and woman who married and no one was abusive. He was raised by his white mother and grandparents. He is descended from six different American presidents on his mother's side. And from a brilliant man on his father's side. He will be the first African American President on his father's side, and he will be the the fourteenth Scotch Irish American president on his mother's side.
I think that it is a mistake for one side of who he is to try to stake a claim to him, because that diversity is part of what makes him so appealing to so many people. I hope that the AA community feels like they know him. I know that I feel like I have a common history with him too. If we all just let him be everything that he is, then a great many more people will come to feel comfortable with him as their president. He honors the experience of all people. He can't make up for the experience of anyone. And if he tries to, he will alienate some of the voters that he will need to achieve our goal. I think that Obama is equally proud of both sides of his heritage. Why not let him be and honor all that he is? It is the surest path to the presidency and to the hearts of all Americans. We all want that.
Thanks for listening.

A bit of my own story: My mother's family are from the south and were cruelly racist in their thoughts and words and actions. People of color died at their hands. My mother hated it with all her heart and ran away from home to go north when she was seventeen. She died when I was ten, but by then, she had made me understand how stupid and cruel racism is and she had instilled in me an abhorrence of it. A seventeen year old girl on her own suffered some evil before she found her way, but she always said it was worth it. She couldn't stay in that. Blessings.

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By !Rhonda => As A Man/Woman Thinks in His/Her Heart, So Is He/She...We ARE Creative & Innovative... Jobs, Jobs, Jobs!! Jun 10th 2008 at 10:30 am EDT

Barack Obama is a man of many worlds and to just regulate him to one is short-sighted and would this even be an issue if he wasn't running for President of the United States of America.Some people(in the Media of course) don't give him enough credit for the way he has interwoven the vast complexities of Race in America.Why do you say people need to be MADE comfortable with him,He is only being whom His Wonderful mother made him to be and the person whose Grandmother poured her life into, whether people are comfortable or not.Barack's mother and Grandparents taught him, raised him, shaped him and hepled molded him into who and what he is today.Barack life of giving and helping others is his life gift to all or us today and As a man he doesn't need anyone to define Him any different than he says. This man has never,can never, and will never reject, renounce,hide, or deny His parents/Grandparents/All encompassing DNA/Ethnic Backgrounds or family for anyone or anyhing not even the Presidency.
Barack honors everyone and he does not deny anyone, so can anyone tell me how is he alienating anyone?.

Note: some of this discord has been started by ajournalist who is vying for his own show on fake news and I am surprised that alot more was not said about juan williams, Everyone wants their 15 minutes of fame.Last week when David Gregory read juan's article against Barack even he was taken aback b the vitriol of Juan's words against Barack.Eugene Robison was seething and speechless and was appalled and the look on his face said it all, and would you believe that PAT Bucanon came to the rescue and Slammed Juan Williams stupid, race baiting article to the ground and defended Barack Obama.

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By !Rhonda => As A Man/Woman Thinks in His/Her Heart, So Is He/She...We ARE Creative & Innovative... Jobs, Jobs, Jobs!! Jun 10th 2008 at 10:36 am EDT

correction:his life's gift to all of us today.

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By Roselen Hope Jun 10th 2008 at 12:00 pm EDT

Carolyn Hastings MI (re: Karela),

I highly value your personal bio and Obama bio post to Obama community blog June 10__one week after Barack's evening of Victory.
No, I don't want to balkanize Barack Obama into white and black either as the calling card for his acceptance by voters in the primary and the GE. He is blessed to trace his African heritage back to Kenya. Black Americans like myself can trace back to the Southland generally and then lose the trail in the African enslavement by Euro-America in the 15th-16th century.

Barack is who he is by the grace of God and how Barack has applied, utilized the very superior God-given gifts and opportunities he has received.

And now Barack is on a great quest to share these gifts with all of us in the governance of America at home and abroad.

I reflect that Barack Obama indeed knows his African roots, but I do not. My paternal line does not have as many footprints in the U.S.census as my maternal. But I was thrilled to trace beginning in the 1900 and 1910 census my maternal line and a segment of my paternal line in Verdier County, South Carolina back to my great grandparents, my son's great-great grandparents.

Earlier than that the trail is buried in African enslavement by Euro-America.
My paternal and maternal lines migrated from S.C. to Philadelphia, PA where I was born__I'm a California now. We are a lot of different colors, hair textures, nose, mouth shapes over the generations.

It is now OBAMA TIME and there is this thing in the air across the states of America and beyond that it is time to let it be true__

All men are created equal/ that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights/ that among these rights are life liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

I spoke from the memory of an eighth-grader in social studies in Philadelphia junior high. I hope I did not mis-speak.

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By Louie Jun 10th 2008 at 8:03 am EDT

when is the man coming back to NJ? the turnout before the primary here in my state was pretty bad but it was also set up with little notice. Fill the stadium!

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By Sykes from Zambia Jun 10th 2008 at 4:10 pm EDT

A quick note on the Clinton campaign's "we won the popular vote" reasoning: Let's say 90% of the states' primary contests were decided by caucus and the remainder by straight votes. And say Hillary won in all the conventional voting; and Barack all the caucuses. Would the Clinton people still be saying Hillary had won the popular vote and deserved the nomination, or at least the backing of the superdelegates who were still up for grabs just before June 3? Surely not!

Much of the apparent sense of 'unfairness' in the mind of Hillary's supporters is due to just this confusion.

Couldn't the Obama campaign or the DNC please put out accurate figures on the popular vote count and add in the numbers of people "behind" the caucus delegate apportionments to get this point of contention out of the way?

Another thing: I don't see that Barack needs to especially court the women's vote. They voted for a woman because Hillary (a woman...) was there as their preferred option!

If, instead, there were two men running and Barack lost the women's vote (or any other demographic), then there would be cause for alarm. But with a man running against a woman being voted for by women, there must be a scientific way of allowing for this in-built bias and accepting that anything less than a 70%:30% win (or thereabouts) for Hillary is essentially a statistical tie.

In other words, Barack's perceived weaknesses in the demographics that preferred Hillary are overstated. If he had gained even just 45% in some of these quotas, he would in actual fact be the winner.

The question is rather: how does Barack now compare with John McCain in these key voter sectors? THAT is the real issue.

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By Talkeasy-V.O.B. Jun 10th 2008 at 1:31 am EDT

YES WE CAN!!!!

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By Hussein from Canada-Alberta Jun 10th 2008 at 1:56 am EDT

YES WE CAN! WITH ONE LOVE!

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By Sarah Jun 10th 2008 at 1:35 am EDT

Wow, looks great!

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By Sarah Jun 10th 2008 at 1:37 am EDT

ooh, I was third instead!

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By LOVE Jun 10th 2008 at 1:36 am EDT

let's keep to Barack's first Presidential Order ~~ NO DRAMA !
Let's keep the tone here exactly as we wish it to be out there in General Electionland. It'll be contagious.

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By Bailey from Taos NM Jun 10th 2008 at 2:37 am EDT

Please go to this

Link

To learn how to talk to democrats who didn't support Barack.

Required reading for all Obama volunteers and supporters.

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By Cynthia, overseas voter Jun 10th 2008 at 6:11 am EDT

The post by Bailey really is an excellent read and will help people get focused on what this stage of the race is about.

It is a practical guide on what to do to unify our campaigning efforts.

Perhaps it will also help some of us super Obama fans to understand other perspectives so that we can be better advocates and realise our goal of President Obama.

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By Robert For Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 1:37 am EDT

Barack Obama, my President.

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By Ryan Kauffman in Portland Jun 10th 2008 at 1:37 am EDT

Link

Check out McCain vs The Truth
and McCain vs Reality
and McCain vs McCain.

After he gets done battlin all those opponents he wants to do townhalls with obama? who does McCain think hes kidding?

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Jun 10th 2008 at 1:41 am EDT

I have an idea. Why don't we just challenge him in a spelling bee and have it over with - winner takes all. :-D

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By Dwight "Hussein" Hershey, San Diego, CA Jun 10th 2008 at 1:46 am EDT

ROFL!!!!!!!!!

It'll be a BLOWOUT FOR SURE!!!!!!

How about we just ask him to be consistent in just one statement that he makes :)

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By Ryan Kauffman in Portland Jun 10th 2008 at 1:50 am EDT

he is consistent. He refutes facts, sanity, and common decency with amazing consistency.

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By Alicia Hopemonger Jun 10th 2008 at 1:56 am EDT

LOL

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By Dwight "Hussein" Hershey, San Diego, CA Jun 10th 2008 at 2:00 am EDT

LOL!

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By Ehuzu Hussein - We Built It Up! Thanks to All - Obama/Biden: The Change We Need to Keep the American Promise Alive Jun 10th 2008 at 2:12 am EDT

We will find out soon how bad a candidate McSame is. He didn't have to fight hard to win against a number "fake" competitors. He is confused now.
Since February he has been going around with his nightmare stories about someone else meeting the Iran president. Which has never been Senator Obama's position. McSame big problem is that the American people like the idea of meeting to tell the other party where we stand. He can keep working on that one bone until Thanksgiving.

We need change.
YES WE CAN!

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By BarakaWolf the GREEN WOLF Jun 10th 2008 at 3:39 am EDT

I can definitely say that I did laugh out loud...hopefully I didn't wake my poor next-door neighbour...

What I'd really love to see is the two of them doing an Eye of Argon reading (look it up on Wikipedia). This legendary piece of purple prose is said to be the worst fantasy fiction known to Humanity and it's a challenge to read through a page without cracking up.

That's the ticket! Presidential accolades via gamecraft!

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By Barbie (60 yr old Iowan) Jun 10th 2008 at 3:04 am EDT

Since he's a "maverick" & "independent thinker", he can't figure out which way to go. He's trying to pander to the right-wing with his pro-life & POW issue, but he's using democratic issues like global warming & healthcare (LOL) to try pandering to independents & Hillary supporters. Who is he kidding??? He ends up going in circles & making a fool of himself.

My hubby listens to Hannity on his 15 min drive home from work... to hear what the wing-nuts are saying. He said Hannity can't stand McShame & bashes him a lot. Who will Hannity, Tony Perkins, Ann Coulter & others vote for, Bob Barr?

Obama 08!! Yes We Can!!

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By Shelley J. from Pittsburgh PA Jun 10th 2008 at 10:18 am EDT

Barbie:

A lot of conservative republicans are going to vote for Bob Barr. I think McCain is going to lose a lot of votes in the south (especially Georgia) to Barr.
I think this could only help our campaign.
My father, God Bless him, has decided he's voting for Barr, but I've been able to convince my mom that Obama is the way to go! They are both very conservative Republicans. They both don't like Mccain at all! :)

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By Vicki Jun 10th 2008 at 10:52 am EDT

I think that Bob Barr could turn out to the the "Ralph Nader of Election 2000" this year and turn a state or two that would normally lean Republican into a Democrat state this year.

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By The Extreme aka Allen Norfolk, VA Navy Sailor. Really Proud member of the Barack Obama/American People Party!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 1:39 am EDT

HuffPo finally picked up the Kuchinich impeachment story!!!

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By Alicia Hopemonger Jun 10th 2008 at 1:42 am EDT

There we go... about time... now if only some other sites would pick it up as well...

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By Dwight "Hussein" Hershey, San Diego, CA Jun 10th 2008 at 1:47 am EDT

Lets all go a "Digg It"

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By Dwight "Hussein" Hershey, San Diego, CA Jun 10th 2008 at 1:50 am EDT

If you go here Link

you can digg it.

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By Jen who will celebrate this November with a Obama win!! Jun 10th 2008 at 1:54 am EDT

2590 diggs for this already.

I dugg it!!

Jen

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By Jade--Who Loves to Decorate Her Latte Cup With Flag Pins! Jun 10th 2008 at 2:08 am EDT

Wow, that number just about doubled within a couple hours!

People should go and comment on the HuffPost article and on Politico. Seems that they ignore important stuff like this because they think we're not interested. (Many commenters on HuffPost so far were upset that the story was buried in the site and not on the front page.)

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By Jason Jun 10th 2008 at 2:56 am EDT

I sent news tip to CNN.

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By BarakaWolf the GREEN WOLF Jun 10th 2008 at 3:47 am EDT

It was up to 3190 at 12:45 PDT.
And I'm wiped and going to bed. Good day, all! See you after the sun comes up!

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By Janet from the Northwest--Fear will not determine this election. Not this time! Jun 10th 2008 at 1:47 am EDT

Politico picked it up too.

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By Alicia Hopemonger Jun 10th 2008 at 1:51 am EDT

Could someone explain to me why Nancy Pelosi has said that impeachment is "off the table?"

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By Janet from the Northwest--Fear will not determine this election. Not this time! Jun 10th 2008 at 1:57 am EDT

I think one angle is that it would look like a revenge on the Clinton impeachment. I would love to see both Bush and Cheney impeached or just thrown in prison.

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By Alicia Hopemonger Jun 10th 2008 at 2:00 am EDT

That's the reasoning? Not good enough...

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By The Extreme aka Allen Norfolk, VA Navy Sailor. Really Proud member of the Barack Obama/American People Party!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 2:03 am EDT

this isn't about getting revenge for Bill's impeachment, this is about punishing a man who lied and sent 4000+ of my fellow Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Soldiers to their deaths while he profits off this phoney war!

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By Veritas Jun 10th 2008 at 2:10 am EDT

We had a Coastie die too.

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By Chuck Tellechea from Leesburg, VA Jun 10th 2008 at 5:06 am EDT

I disagree, its not even about punishing the man, despite that he certainly deserves punishment.

And, in actuality, I would much prefer to impeach the representative of the real power behind this administration--Dick Chenney--rather than his mouthpiece excuse of a president.

Regardless, what impeachment represents is the one, and truly only, thorough and complete way to put our house in order. It is about cleaning up the mess these dogs left on the 'carpet' of our nation rather than have it sit there in plain view, smelling and being stepped in, till it dries up and slowly begins to dissipate with time....

I know that when my cat craps on the carpet (I don't have a dog) I clean it up as soon as I see it; wouldn't anybody with any manner of respect for themselves, their family, and their home do the same?

Well, we each should respect our country, and its people, as we would our home and family. Moreover, we elect our Congressional Representatives to do our biding in our 'Representative House' that they keep it in good order, for our sakes.

Yet, tragically, they don't seem to respond as we would and clean up the mess! At least all but Dennis Kucinich

So, Dennis Kucinich, I applaud you for doing your duty! For endeavoring to clean the malodorous, steaming, heap of dung that lies in the Capital of our Land--our home.

However, we will soon discover if Nancy Pelozi is made of the same stuff. Maybe she will surprise us and pick up the dust pan for Dennis' broom....

Yes we Can! and yes we WILL!
--Obama08

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By Chuck Tellechea from Leesburg, VA Jun 10th 2008 at 7:33 pm EDT

Well, thinking it over, I'm going to correct myself. It would be a huge distraction, and not a Skillful Means, to seek impeachment, despite the formal appropriateness of such redress.

Moreover, the argument, in postings below, that as an ancillary byproduct of Impeachment, much of the Democratic Leadership, including Pelozi and Reed, would be exposed to some extent as complicit, and as reluctant enablers, of this administrations crimes is quite valid. A measure of pragmatism, though repugnant as compared to an absolute purity of justice, is warranted. The most important task before us is to elect Barack Obama and help him to turn this 'Ships' course away from the reefs that will surely take out our hull and sink us, if McSame is elected.

Lets get Obama elected and then he can clean the dung heap in washington.

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We'd only need to suffer its stench for a few extra months...

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By RecipeMaster Jun 10th 2008 at 6:04 am EDT

Wil Obama be saddled by Pelosi as House Speaker? She has no spine to fight republicans or "W". We DO need change. Obama as President and new leadership in the House and Senate.

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By YesWeCan Jun 10th 2008 at 10:44 am EDT

Not true. Nancy has been a strong leader. It's the Senate that has been weak.

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By Lynn Jun 10th 2008 at 2:01 am EDT

I think she thought it would become an all-consuming effort that would derail the democratic agenda and most likely not succeed. But with evidence mounting every day...who knows...opinions can change. I give Congressman Kucinich credit for trying. CSPAN carried it live earlier tonight...

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By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 2:06 am EDT

It is because the Democrats were accomplices to such things as torture, illegal wire tappings, etc. The Congress was privy to this info-at least the leaders like Reid and Pelosi. So, if they pursued impeachment-they would incriminate themselves. So, they will not pass this resolution by Kusinich. They want this issue to go away and win the election...but they are just as responsible for what Bush did.

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By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 2:08 am EDT

It is because the Democrats were accomplices to such things as torture, illegal wire tappings, etc. The Congress was privy to this info-at least the leaders like Reid and Pelosi. So, if they pursued impeachment-they would incriminate themselves. So, they will not pass this resolution by Kusinich. They want this issue to go away and win the election...but they are just as responsible for what Bush did.

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By Brian D. (Who's really Michelle B. using her husband's account...) Jun 10th 2008 at 2:20 am EDT

In a word: TIMING!!!!!!!

What good does it do to impeach a man who's only got 7 months left in office!

Also, Pelosi and the other major democrats are busy trying to get BO elected and pick up as many democratic seats in congress as possible so Obama can make all the changes he's been promising.

Impeachment takes a great deal of time and resources we simply don't have during this most important of election years.

Also it would be a repeat of all the partisan bickering/ psycho drama that we are desperate to rid of and compeltely undercut Obama's message of post partisan unity.

Besides, impeachment is the LEAST of it! No president who has been impeached has been convicted of anything not Johnson (one vote shy) not Clinton, and Nixon resigned.

So in effect its too good for the Bush administration who frankly OUGHT TO BE TRIED AND CONVICTED FOR WAR CRIMES but NOT IMPEACHED-- that's not harsh enough!

And that's my two cents!

Michelle B.

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By VA . Greatgran 'Grab A Mop' for President Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:28 am EDT

Exactly,won't happen now,but connects to McCain running for a third Bush term,nicely.

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By Brian D. (Who's really Michelle B. using her husband's account...) Jun 10th 2008 at 2:30 am EDT

Here's a great article-- I think its MUCH BETTER to got this route than Impeachment!

Obama Would "Immediately Review" Potential Of Crimes In Bush White House
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But first let's be sure to get him to the white house and not be sidetracked!

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jun 10th 2008 at 10:57 am EDT

NorCal Woman has a point, listen to her. The Repubs aren't the only ones involved with the mess that we have now, nor are they the only ones profiteering off this war! Not saying Pelosi is guilty of this, tho. Think MARK PENN and his position at Blackwater! Nuff said.

As for not having time? What ordinary Americans escape prosecution because "it would be a waste of time", or "the election is what ppl need to think about"?

There is a reason BO has encountered so much opposition from the GOP as well as the MSM, big business and some Dems. There is a reason so many HC supporters have been frantic to get her elected, or the VP and now are trying to get Bill into the administration!! I've never in my 40 year voting history seen a former POTUS asK (by surrogates) to hold any kind of position in a new POTUS' admin!!Think about it.

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By Jason Jun 10th 2008 at 3:03 am EDT

This is what she said about Cheney:

"I believe impeachment proceedings against Vice President Dick Cheney will distract us from our mission…"

What??

Justice is no distraction!

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By Brian D. (Who's really Michelle B. using her husband's account...) Jun 10th 2008 at 3:22 am EDT

Impeachment is no gurantee of justice (see my posts above and the article). We're better off trying him after he leaves office...

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By Coracii - Counting The Days Until January 20th, 2009 Jun 10th 2008 at 5:09 am EDT

I think the war crimes tribunal at the Hague will be much more fun to watch than an impeachment hearing...

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By greenparty4barack Jun 10th 2008 at 8:58 am EDT

we can only hope.

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By Stanley H. Krute Jun 10th 2008 at 8:59 am EDT

Why Pelosi says no to impeachment: Her judgment is that impeachment would hurt the Dems more than it would effect GW Bush.

The Dems, political courage/personality-wise, are more a party of college professors than Marine captains. Just another reason why Webb as VP would be a nice infusion of backbone into their somewhat haha spineless cultural gestalt.

-- stan

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By Kimberly Helen Hussein Jun 10th 2008 at 10:31 am EDT

Did anyone else see Jim Webb on the Daily Show last night?

I definately think he'd an amzing VP.

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By (The Original) ObamaCat Jun 10th 2008 at 8:47 am EDT

A couple of other links:

The text of Kucinich’s resolution:
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Sign a petition here:
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Go Dennis!!! He is one great guy IMO !

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By Justin Brogden Jun 10th 2008 at 1:41 am EDT

Well, at least I'm in the top 20 this time!

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By Robert For Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 1:42 am EDT

The MSM pundits sure are easy to write off Kansas Governor, Kathleen Sebelius as a VP choice, althought they do recognize she is a favorite of many Obama supporters.

They write her off because they say she is not well known. They aare strictly looking at who should be the general election strategic pick rahter than who would be the best fit truly for Obama as VP.

I hope Obama goes with the best fit for his VP pick, and then lets the chips fall where they may.

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By The Extreme aka Allen Norfolk, VA Navy Sailor. Really Proud member of the Barack Obama/American People Party!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 1:46 am EDT

let's remember that Obama wasn't well-known either, and a year ago was 30 points behind. Now he is the presumptive nominee.

I say Sebelius is the best pick overall, but it is ultimately Barack's choice.

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By JakeBarnes Jun 10th 2008 at 1:52 am EDT

Guys, I like Sebelius too! I haven't seen too much of her but it appears to me that she has great chemistry with Barack. I think they'd make a great team. My only hesitation is...put it this way -- JFK went with LBJ as VP...

WE ARE THE ONES WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR

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By DCwildcat Jun 10th 2008 at 1:54 am EDT

She spoke at my school (davidson college). She was pretty gutsy, coming to talk to davidson students just 12 days after kansas BARELY beat davidson in the elite eight. She is a spunky lady, she would do QUITE well, i just worry how the Hillary camp would respond to Obama picking a woman other than Hillary...

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By Kathy Jun 10th 2008 at 6:29 am EDT

As Barack has said he's got a team identifying candidates for VP and that when he's ready he will choose. All the names that have been tossed around are good, solid, talented people.

But, bottom line, choosing a VP is a business decision. The leaders within the campaign will objectively do a gap analysis of Barack's strengths and weaknesses, look at demographics, states, overall electability, to identify some VP choices that help him win the General Election. The last (but not least)factor is the candidate's "fit" with him and his message. There's got to be an ease with President and Vice President to give the country a comfort zone.

However, in the JFK situation, LBJ brought electability to the table. JFK couldn't win without him. It may have been a "shotgun wedding" but that's what it took. JFK needed LBJ to deliver the South. Michael Corleone, The Godfather: "It's business, Sonny. See it's not personal."

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jun 10th 2008 at 11:28 am EDT

The HC camp would go apes**t! They have already let it be known (thru their smae surrogates pusing for her to be VP) that basically, BO cn not pick another woman over HC!

And as for the MSM saying Seb. is "too unknown", well who ever heard of Pawlenty until lately unless you're from his state?

I have never seen a losing nominee still try to insert themselves into power and dictate things like the Clintons! I know why, but wish they would go away. Sorry, I'm weary of them and all their machinations! They've had their time; Bill as POYUS twice and HC as First Lady and senator. As Ms. CArlson said yesterday, the Clintons have never known how to leave the stage!

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By Robert For Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 1:55 am EDT

Yeah, and look what happened to JFK.

That's all I'll say on that matter.

I hope it's Sebelius, but whomever Obama chooses, I tend to beleive will be an excellent choice.

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By danny in atlanta Jun 10th 2008 at 8:16 am EDT

More and more as the choices are discussed i think, Sam Nunn is the best choice.

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By Babs Hussein in Potomac Falls, VA Jun 10th 2008 at 9:09 am EDT

Please, not Sam Nunn. He does not complement Obama's "change" message; he's another Washington long-time politician.

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By N. Julio Barthson - E-Campaign Leader Jun 10th 2008 at 1:52 am EDT

Shame on them! They wrote of Barack before. In those same terms... And now he's the Democratic candidate for POTUS!

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By Janet from the Northwest--Fear will not determine this election. Not this time! Jun 10th 2008 at 1:53 am EDT

That's because they still want Hillary.

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By Hussein from Canada-Alberta Jun 10th 2008 at 2:05 am EDT

So they can have all kinds of ammunitions.

NOT THIS TIME!

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By Barb ~ Blogging to Back Barack's Back Jun 10th 2008 at 2:17 am EDT

I love her too. But Barack is having a difficult time getting HIMSELF KNOWN......trying hard to dispel rumors and will continue to have to do so.
I know that he and his advisors are going to make the absolute best choice ever. I trust them so much.

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By Jude from Belleville, NJ Jun 10th 2008 at 1:04 pm EDT

P.S. I want to pass on a story Governor Dean told recently recounting a conversation he had with Al Gore after John Kerry beat him for the nomination. I hope it puts our efforts into context for this historic election year:
"I was very very angry at my party for some of the things that had been done. What do I owe the Democratic Party? Why should I be a Democrat after what the party did to me?"

(Gore responded) "Howard, you know, this is not about you. It's about your country."

"Nobody could have said that to me except for Al Gore. This is not about Barack Obama. This is not about Hillary Clinton. This is about our country. This is about restoring America to its greatness"

"We need to come together."

PLEASE POST THIS MESSAGE FOR ALL OF SENATOR CLINTON'S SUPPORTERS TO SEE!!!
NOTE: from an e-mail by Democracy for America

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By Kristian "I Ain't Afraid of No GOPs" Idol Jun 10th 2008 at 4:37 am EDT

Sebelius is my choice.

BTW, when he was repeatedly asked about his VP after he had JUST won the nomination, Senator Obama said, "I've formed my vetting committee, and that's the last you'll hear about it until I announce my choice."

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jun 10th 2008 at 11:07 am EDT

They write Sebellious off because she's not HC. It is amazing how transparent the MSM has been in their advocacy of HC as VP, along with every Dem. they routinely have on their shows, i.e Feinstein, Rangell, Rendell (talking out of both sides of his neck), etc.

Last night I though Dan Abrams was going to jump on the Huffpost guy or bust a vein he was pushing so hard! Going to have to drop him again and put him in the category with Fox!

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By Veritas Jun 10th 2008 at 1:43 am EDT

Now that's what I call a fifty-state strategy!

Mad props to Rep. Kucinich tonight.

If you have not already contacted your representative & senators, I encourage you to do so, to show your support of Rep. Kucinich's master performance tonight with the impeachment charges.

www.democrats.com has a form you can fill out that will email your Congressional reps; or you can get individual contact info through a source such as Project Vote Smart.

It is very important that we don't let this one die away - particularly with the McClellan questioning on the horizon. YES WE CAN fight for impeachment AND elect a new administration.

Be the Media!!!

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By Jen who will celebrate this November with a Obama win!! Jun 10th 2008 at 1:46 am EDT

Oooooooooo.....

I like that.... "Be the media" I feel empowered!!

I will write my senators tomorrow to give kudos to Kuchinich... He has some big ----- to do that... about time dems!!!!

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By Kathy Jun 10th 2008 at 6:34 am EDT

I love Dennis the K! His timing for the articles of impeachment is impeccable. Do I think it actually happen? No. But it's a major talking point, coming on the heels of Scott McClellan's recent request to testify before the House. It all helps Barack connect the dots to McCain, adding "high crimes and misdemeanors" to the W. legacy. Dennis Kucinich has previously presented a bill to impeach Dick Cheney, and had 85 other Congress people support it. I think it's got legs now because of all the information that's been leaking out about the Bush Regime. It's all good!

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By Lee Jun 10th 2008 at 1:44 am EDT

That's- a little ambitious.

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By Biglenec Jun 10th 2008 at 2:39 am EDT

If you never try how do you find your limits? We can do this.....Look at who the PRESUMPTIVE NOMINEE IS!

No one believed he could do it except for the 18 millions plus who was supporting him. We did it once and I am sure we can do it again. Have faith!

YES WE CAN!!

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By Cris from Saint Louis, MO Jun 10th 2008 at 1:45 am EDT

Hi everyone! The blog has been updated with the June 9th *evening* news content.

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

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

I hope this is helpful to everyone.

Link

You can also help support this site directly:

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 1:49 am EDT

Obama gets his bump; Link

digg it please, and then read it!! it's only beginning folks!

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By Jen who will celebrate this November with a Obama win!! Jun 10th 2008 at 1:56 am EDT

dugg!

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By Simran Jun 10th 2008 at 1:50 am EDT

So I guess I should have told my Mom to buy the autographed photo of Barack that she saw at one of the antIque/memorabilia malls last year. LOL.

I am so GLAD WE DID. And that we CAN do it again!

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By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 1:51 am EDT

Hey everyone, sorry to repost, but I knew after I got this done, there'd be a new thread!

I know we need a little less than 2000 more first time donors to reach 30,000 and I was wondering if anyone who hasn't donated to BO would be willing to go to my fr page and donate?

I don't care how much you give, whatever you want, I just need to move my page along. It hasn't gone anywhere for quite some time . . .
you know, stuck, stagnant, stale, non-mobile, and just plain won't go up! The only way I know how to fix it, is to request some newly indoctrinated persons on the site who might feel really generous to give me a lift on my fr page!

It's easy, just grab your credit card, click on the link below to my fr page and there ya go! Done! Of course, it does go to Barack and not me, just in case you wondered.

Btw, if anyone who is a seasoned veteran on the site tonight feels generous, I'd appreciate that too! :p

Thanks, I really would appreciate it.

Sue

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By Cory Jun 10th 2008 at 1:53 am EDT

Who is with me for the planned July 4th fundraising event?

Link

Sign up and get the word out!

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By Barb ~ Blogging to Back Barack's Back Jun 10th 2008 at 2:09 am EDT

Did it. Now this is a real win win for Obama.
Great event!

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 2:36 am EDT

I'm in! Great plan!

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By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 4:11 am EDT

Count me in!

Great idea!

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By Joe Jun 10th 2008 at 1:54 am EDT

Link

Well, I guess McBush just doesn't understand ... he is really out of touch with reality.

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By Sue from Wisconsin Jun 10th 2008 at 1:54 am EDT

WELCOME NEW SUPPORTERS!

We're glad you have joined the Obama Community!

Please consider joining the group, THE WELCOME WAGON. It has tips and suggestions to help you get started with many basics for using the my.barackobama site.

Link

I have two events that can be done ANYTIME during this summer/fall season (dates says June 28th, but that is because the system makes me put in a date). I hope you will consider one/both of them.

Both events allow you to show your support for Obama while doing things you may already be planning on. Also, you can really use these events not only to SHOW your support, but to increase supporters. Possibilities are endless, use your imagine to expand on them.

Rummage Event: Link

Festival Event:
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We are the change we have been waiting for!!!

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jun 10th 2008 at 1:56 am EDT

BO will be 16 miles from Lace on Thursday. We want her there.

Here is the notice in Wisconsin news:

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Here are the directions from NEENAH, WI to KAUKAUNA, WI

Starting in NEENAH, WI on S COMMERCIAL ST go toward E WISCONSIN AVE
Turn Left on W WISCONSIN AVE - go 0.2 mi
Bear Left on MAIN ST - go 0.6 mi
Turn Right on N LAKE ST - go 0.8 mi
Turn Left on WINCHESTER RD(CR-II) - go 0.4 mi
Turn Right to take ramp onto US-41 N - go 1.0 mi
Take exit #134/US-10 N/WI-441 onto US-10 E - go 4.2 mi
Continue on WI-441 N - go 3.7 mi
Take the COLLEGE AVE exit - go 0.3 mi
Turn Right on CR-CE E - go 4.0 mi
Turn Left on CROOKS AVE(WI-55) - go 1.4 mi
Arrive at the center of KAUKAUNA, WI

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 2:00 am EDT

she hasn't gotten obamized yet has she?? this is her time!! her moment is NOWWWWW!!!

Let's Get Lace to Change Her World!!!

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jun 10th 2008 at 2:02 am EDT

No she hasn't and she wasn't able to make it when he came to Michigan. This would be great.

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By Sue from Wisconsin Jun 10th 2008 at 2:03 am EDT

I read Kaukauna in one clip, Appleton in another.

Neither clip said what time.

How can I find out???

I'm in Fond Du Lac, about an hour away.

Sue

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By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:09 am EDT

Hey Sue, just go to home page and enter your zip code towards the bottom of page, and it will give you the event nearest you.

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By Sue from Wisconsin Jun 10th 2008 at 2:16 am EDT

It only shows GrassRoot Events.

There used to be a section that showed where Obama was going to be. Right now it is blank.

?

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jun 10th 2008 at 2:50 am EDT

Apparantly time and locale not announced yet.
Appleton and kaukana are 4 miles from each other. Appleleton is the "big" city.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 3:10 am EDT

TY for the announcement, and yes, I was aware! :D

I found out earlier today, and now I'll have to see about when my stepdad will be home...we don't have a car, but he has a packvan when he's home, so I might be able to work something out. I should find out tomorrow.

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Jun 10th 2008 at 9:28 am EDT

Lace, whatever it takes. You've got to go see our man and get Obamafied! Even as fun as this blog is, you won't believe what an experience it is to experience an Obama event firsthand.

And I know it sounds weird but the closer you get to him you start to feel as though you're in a vortex and you just can't stop the force. And then you just kind of walk around with this goofy smile for about a month afterward. Month, heck, I'm still smiling and my first Obama event was back in October.

Lace, don't miss it. This is our next President and possible the most captivating personality that we have seen in a long long time.

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By Alpha 1*hell-bent on maintaining The Movement* Jun 10th 2008 at 9:41 am EDT

Dan is right, Lace. I got to see Barack in Milwaukee back in February and I had a grade A spot to see him up close. I even got to shake his hand. It was one of the most exhilarating experiences I have ever had. It made me want to go out and work even harder for him. You have to get there by any means necessary. The energy in the venue was electrifying. YOU HAVE TO BE THERE! And if you do go, GO EARLY! I got up at 5am and got to the Midwest Airlines Center by 6am. I was 11th in line. Please, please go, there is nothing like seeing and hearing him in person.

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By cuzzinpookie Jun 10th 2008 at 2:05 am EDT

Let's get Lace to Kaukauna!
I'm a Wisconsin native. I know she can do this!

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By Janet from the Northwest--Fear will not determine this election. Not this time! Jun 10th 2008 at 2:06 am EDT

She has been here all day. You could send her an O mail.

Re: Where is Lace? | Report to Admin

By Dinora Jun 10th 2008 at 2:06 am EDT

Jim I'm glad she is going to have the opportunity I hope I have that opportunity sadly he is going to be here in Los Angeles but the ticket to see BO is 2,300 booooooooo so I won't be able to go :(. However I'm glad Lace is going to hava a chance to see him.

Who will be vice president? | Report to Admin

By Larry Jun 10th 2008 at 1:57 am EDT

Will it be Hillary. Is all the hard earned money sent to the Obama campaign going to be used to pay Hillary's 20 million dollar debt now? I mean like there has been a real love afair between the Obama and Clinton campaigns since Saturday. All of the other candidates can be written off I guess. It was only natural that the 1st black president and 1st female president (Hillary) would be a team to fight the Republicans BUT why not choose a female if you must have one like Kathleen Sebilius that doesn't have a husband like Bill Clinton.

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By Janet from the Northwest--Fear will not determine this election. Not this time! Jun 10th 2008 at 2:13 am EDT

I don't think he will pick Hillary. And no Obama cannot pay off Hillary's debt. It's illegal.

Re: Who will be vice president? | Report to Admin

By Julia from Pasadena Jun 10th 2008 at 9:35 am EDT

I think the Obama campaign is allowed to contribute something like $2000 to the debt, which is nothing compared to the $30 million owed.

I had heard that Obama donors who had maxed out their primary donations will be getting asked, but I haven't got a letter yet. (I maxed out buying buttons and shirts and jackets over the last 16 months).

I must say, I feel the same way about paying off her debt as I do when Yale asks me for an alumni donation - please get back to me when I am richer than you. I'm still working on my first million. hahaha.

Re: Who will be vice president? | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 9:42 am EDT

I sure hope you are right Janet!

Re: Who will be vice president? | Report to Admin

By Stanley H. Krute Jun 10th 2008 at 9:07 am EDT

Hi Larry

Relax.

The answers to your questions:

HRC as VP: most probably not

Pay her debts: no. As has been posted endlessly it seems on the HQ blog. Your money give to Barack can only be used by Barack. All Barack could do is hold joint fund-raising efforts that are explicitly stated to be for the purpose of retiring her debt.

Recommendation: tea-leaf reading 202, the intermediate course.

-- stan

Re: Who will be vice president? | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 9:43 am EDT

Thanks Stan!

Re: Who will be vice president? | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 9:40 am EDT

Good Point Lawrence!

REPORTER from HUFF | Report to Admin

By Barb ~ Blogging to Back Barack's Back Jun 10th 2008 at 1:57 am EDT

DIGG THIS::

Maryhil Fowler.....THE BLOGGER that used her recorder to pick up

OBAMA saying BITTER/CLINGING TO GUNS???????

And subsequently, caught CLINTON on her little recorder with the slimey scoop? Well, CNN just picked up on her "undercover" reporting!!!

WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND!!!!

Re: REPORTER from HUFF | Report to Admin

By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Jun 10th 2008 at 2:00 am EDT

Karma, baby!

Re: REPORTER from HUFF | Report to Admin

By Barb ~ Blogging to Back Barack's Back Jun 10th 2008 at 2:03 am EDT

Link

CNN questioning if "it's ethical"
he he he he he

Re: REPORTER from HUFF | Report to Admin

By Alicia Hopemonger Jun 10th 2008 at 2:05 am EDT

Oh, how I love karma.

Re: REPORTER from HUFF | Report to Admin

By JakeBarnes Jun 10th 2008 at 2:05 am EDT

link, please.

Re: REPORTER from HUFF | Report to Admin

By Barb ~ Blogging to Back Barack's Back Jun 10th 2008 at 2:21 am EDT

two posts above/sorry.

Re: REPORTER from HUFF | Report to Admin

By Stanley H. Krute Jun 10th 2008 at 9:12 am EDT

Hi Barb

That link above is to another ego-fluff column by Fowler on HuffPost.

Do you have a link to the CNN piece you mention ?

-- stan

48, 48 forty,forty,forty,forty,forty8 | Report to Admin

By Michael from NorCal Jun 10th 2008 at 2:00 am EDT

my best showing yet

50 State GOTV | Report to Admin

By Shannon Jun 10th 2008 at 2:03 am EDT

So how do you all think the 50 state GOTV effort is going? I would love it if they would create a counter of some sort, so we could actually see how many people we are getting registered. Like watching it go from 1,000,000 to 2,000,000 new voters, it would be especially cool if it was by state.

Re: 50 State GOTV | Report to Admin

By Joe Jun 10th 2008 at 2:07 am EDT

We are way over 2 million new voters registered already.

Re: 50 State GOTV | Report to Admin

By Sharon from Texas Jun 10th 2008 at 2:19 am EDT

Joe,

Where did you get that figure?

Re: 50 State GOTV | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 2:09 am EDT

one of the things this campaign does best is not have 'leaks' of our brilliant strategies and results. this is how we did it here in iowa; no one knew how we were doing in the polls but US; no one knew how organized we were but US. no one knew HOW we were organizing but US. unlike mcsame, our campaign understands that the internet is accessible to everyone. the post on his site about his 50 state strategy should be an embarrasment, not only because it's logic and facts are so faulty, but because it's posted for the world to see.

Re: 50 State GOTV | Report to Admin

By Joe Jun 10th 2008 at 2:13 am EDT

totally agree - that is why I only pointed to above a certain number and not where ... :-)) we are going to shock the world when we stand this thing up on November 4, 2008.

Re: 50 State GOTV | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 2:19 am EDT

;~} i love this campaign. so full of smart people!!

Re: 50 State GOTV | Report to Admin

By Ryan Kauffman in Portland Jun 10th 2008 at 2:46 am EDT

anyone else see the mccain chief strategist talk about winning california? someone on msnbc said it was either a bluff or a financial black hole for mccain. on the other hand, are there any medium to large sized states that we absolutely cannot win?

50 state. all the way.

Re: 50 State GOTV | Report to Admin

By Shannon Jun 10th 2008 at 2:54 am EDT

I saw it and I laughed. GOOD LUCK with that strategy. . . it would eat up all his money. Don't you love how he always says he thinks he could win Oregon and Washington! NO WAY! There is no way McCain will win anything on the West Coast, except maybe Alaska. I don't know how big the effort is up there and it is a pretty red state.

Re: 50 State GOTV | Report to Admin

By Shannon Jun 10th 2008 at 2:52 am EDT

I know, but it would still be fun to know. Hey, maybe I need to work for HQ so I could be on the inside, but not leaking any information of course :-)

Re: 50 State GOTV | Report to Admin

By AWE KOOTA BILXPAAK KOOXSHIIWIASH, which translates to "he who helps all people of the land." Jun 10th 2008 at 2:22 am EDT

I'll work hard for Barack in the N.W. states, specifically Washington and Oregon!

Attention Clinton supporters and/or undecideds | Report to Admin

By Brian D. (Who's really Michelle B. using her husband's account...) Jun 10th 2008 at 2:04 am EDT

Welcome to HRC supporters and undecideds who are reading our blogs trying to decide whether to cross over and support Barack.

Please read these links, they are a "greatest hits" list of stories and endorsements I've been collecting. We'd love for you to consider them while you make your decision.
Feminist Perspective
I am NOT a bargaining chip- I am a democrat—by longtime Clinton Supporter Hillary Rosen
Link
Democrats Unite by Clinton Supporter (and feminist) Erica Jong
Link
Women for Obama
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Old White Feminists for Obama
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Top 10 Reasons Women Should Support Obama- Ellen Bravo
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An open letter to my sisters who are brave—Alice Walker
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Why Barack Obama got my Vote—Naomi Wolfe
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A Flawed Feminist Test—Maureen Dowd
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The Feminist Case for Obama
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"My Mother's Painful Quandary," by Jonanthan Alter in Newsweek
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Toni Morrison's Letter to Barack Obama
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Obama inherited his mother's dreams
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The Story of Barack's Mother—Time Magazine
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White Haired Women for Obama
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Progressive Perspective
Obama's Path to Victory in November
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Caroline Kennedy—A President Like My Father
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Ethel Kennedy (Bobby’s widow) endorses Obama
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Michael Moore- Why Obama would get my vote
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Tom Hanks video endorsement
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A New Hope—Rolling Stone Magazine
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Springsteen endorses Obama
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Joan Baez endorses Obama
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Senator Robert Byrd endorses Obama
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The Obama Generation for Obama
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Is it true about Obama—addressing the rumors head on…
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Bob Dylan backs Obama
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Barack's open letter to the GLBT Community
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Conservative/Religious Perspectives
Why This Fifty-Five Year Old White Lifelong Republican Wants Obama To Win—Frank Schaeffer
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Conservatives for Obama
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Susan Eisenhower for Obama
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Roman Catholics for Obama
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Pro life & Pro Obama—Frank Schaeffer
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Evangelicals for Obama
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Frank Schaeffer's call for unity
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Jews for Obama
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Obama & the Jews—Thomas Friedman
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How to Market Obama to your Republican Friends
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Obama Nation
The origin of fired up and ready to go!
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Barack speaks to HQ & Volunteers after becoming the presumptive nominee
Link

Special thanks to all the bloggers who contributed links to this (ever-growing) list.

symbolic | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 2:04 am EDT

tabula rasa; erased slate; the state of mind before any impressions are made upon it

our ability to create the future of this campaign

did anyone notice that the blog is BLANK???

this is what barack and michelle have been talking to us about; this campaign is OURS to make it what WE WANT.

following the example of this campaign to EMPOWER RESPECT AND INCLUDE, we can change this nation!!!

Re: symbolic | Report to Admin

By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Jun 10th 2008 at 2:10 am EDT

Oh, that explains it! I thought I was loosing it, my mind, that is...

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By Janet from the Northwest--Fear will not determine this election. Not this time! Jun 10th 2008 at 2:17 am EDT

I thought it was just my computer.

Re: symbolic | Report to Admin

By Sharon from Texas Jun 10th 2008 at 2:17 am EDT

You're absolutely right. At first I thought it was just my computer, which is very slow at doing certain things. I sat and waited for something to pull up. Then I realized....nothing is going to pull up, nothing is going to happen, unless we do something positive to make it happen.

Great commentary, and it gets us thinking!

Re: symbolic | Report to Admin

By Kristian "I Ain't Afraid of No GOPs" Idol Jun 10th 2008 at 5:11 am EDT

Um... sorry to rain on your parade, but it IS your computers.

There's a map of the U.S. that you can click on any state to call up a local registration drive.

Your computers don't have the latest Flash (I'm guessing) plugin.

Interesting take on the zen of blankness, tho'!

Re: symbolic | Report to Admin

By Sharon from Texas Jun 10th 2008 at 7:45 am EDT

That's too funny! Thanks....

I still like the blank page.

Re: symbolic | Report to Admin

By Sharon from Texas Jun 10th 2008 at 7:45 am EDT

That's too funny! Thanks....

I still like the blank page.

Re: symbolic | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 9:20 am EDT

actually that was added this morning

Obama for Green Jobs | Report to Admin

By Where would we be? Jun 10th 2008 at 2:05 am EDT

Here is an idea for bumper sticker:
Obama for Green Jobs

Let me know if anyone finds a link.

Re: Obama for Green Jobs | Report to Admin

By Janet from the Northwest--Fear will not determine this election. Not this time! Jun 10th 2008 at 2:18 am EDT

I like that.

Re: New Poll Shows Obama is NOT doing poorly among women voters, as is being presumed | Report to Admin

By Obama Hula Girl Jun 10th 2008 at 2:36 am EDT

Are women shunning Obama? Pollster says no
Link

You can buzz it up!

Re: New Poll Shows Obama is NOT doing poorly among women voters, as is being presumed | Report to Admin

By Cynthia, overseas voter Jun 10th 2008 at 7:25 am EDT

Most women are a lot smarter than anyone gives them credit for!

If we want Obama in the Whitehouse, give every woman you meet credit for her intelligence (true, a few may disappoint).

My prediction is that women will overwhelmingly support Obama. Women that I know don´t trust McCain very much. Women have seen that stunt over and over, whether it is the toddler outright telling a fib, the teenager using all the bravado in the world, the cheating mate trying to sound sincere, the car salesman or real estate agent referring to the "little lady", etc.

Remember, women control about 85% of family spending.

They "get" economic issues. They understand the constantly moving goalposts.

Women are disproportionately responsible for childcare and elder care--they "get" education, healthcare, immigration, safety, etc.

Women are disproportionately in precarious labour situations, they "get" NAFTA, labour laws, the precarious housing situation,etc.

They also "get" the war in a big way. Their children are used as fodder. Remember that even Cindy McCain wanted to secretly fly in to see her son before he was shipped off base to the war. She was denied such opportunity by her son and husband.

The above isn´t meant at all to diminish men or to inflame. Just to say that all these issues in Obama´s platform are "women´s issues" and that women, given their central role in "keeping it all togeher" often are more aware of what is going on then people give them credit for.

It's a huge country... | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Jun 10th 2008 at 2:05 am EDT

...and there are lot of states to work in! So lets fire up the pocketbook! Please Donate: Link

Re: It's a huge country... | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Jun 10th 2008 at 2:06 am EDT

We're fired up! Please Donate: Link

Re: It's a huge country... | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Jun 10th 2008 at 2:07 am EDT

Ready to go!!!!

PLEASE Please Donate: Link

trivia | Report to Admin

By Thomas from Houston, TX Jun 10th 2008 at 2:06 am EDT

here's some cool presidential trivia:

Link

our toughest must win state | Report to Admin

By Yiannis aka Stephen Colber(t) for Vice Presiden(t) Jun 10th 2008 at 2:07 am EDT

I think Michigan will need special attention from us this election cycle

Re: our toughest must win state | Report to Admin

By 4earth, WA ☂ Jun 10th 2008 at 2:09 am EDT

True. Every state will!

Re: our toughest must win state | Report to Admin

By obamaman Jun 10th 2008 at 2:27 am EDT

I absolutely love the 50 state strategy. We are really building a nation wide progressive movement for change. I love that Barack and H Dean have made the decision to not accept PAC or special interest money for the party. Change is a comin. Change is a comin. I am so hopeful for change and thank you all for working for it.

Expose McCain - double talk express!!! | Report to Admin

By AWE KOOTA BILXPAAK KOOXSHIIWIASH, which translates to "he who helps all people of the land." Jun 10th 2008 at 2:11 am EDT

McCain is against the G.I. bill because it is too generous that it would spoil our soldiers and veterans.

Here he is in one of his stump speech talking about 'plastic card' he would give for veterans to take it to the doctors.

Link (sorry in advance for the profanity in the title of the video - I couldn't find another one)

How about starting by supporting the G.I. bill. huh?

This guy needs to be exposed - for his Double Talk Express!

I CAN'T WAIT !!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Obama -08- Jun 10th 2008 at 2:11 am EDT

I am soooo ready for the general election. Lets take NOVEMBER!!!!!!! Talk to every friend, neighbor, passer-by, high school student, anyone and everyone!!!!!!!! SPREAD THE MESSAGE!!!!!!!

Obama ran a clean campaign and did not go negative no matter how tempting it was for him to do so. For people to not see this is a shame. For people to not see that he is trying to change the dirty ole' politics... is a darn shame.

Obama: The ONLY choice in November. No one else compares!!!

Whether Obama has 200 years, 20 years, or 2 years of experience, he has already shown that he can bring change. He has already shown us in his campgaign, in his message.

If America is ignorant enough to pass this opportunity by, then America isn't the America I have always believed it to be.

Re: I CAN'T WAIT !!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By T Jun 10th 2008 at 2:25 am EDT

agree, but we really can't take winning for granted right now, still way TO MANY people who don't know the facts about Obama, we need to keep hitting the streets...

I got into a argument with a neighbor tonight who is for McBush because she doesn't want Rev. Wright any where where near the WH... I got upset, and told her she needs to get some facts and I lost a lot of respect for her tonight, but I still have a few months to see if I can get her really ope her eyes and see.

Re: I CAN'T WAIT !!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By The Extreme aka Allen Norfolk, VA Navy Sailor. Really Proud member of the Barack Obama/American People Party!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 2:47 am EDT

Reverend Wright is still running? I thought he droppped out of the race long ago.

Re: I CAN'T WAIT !!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By T Jun 10th 2008 at 3:28 am EDT

tell that to the stupid people who aren't listening!!

Re: I CAN'T WAIT !!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Kristian "I Ain't Afraid of No GOPs" Idol Jun 10th 2008 at 5:50 am EDT

Before he was a preacher, Wright was a Marine for 6 years.

THREE THOUSAND hours of sermons, and they show 30 SECONDS. Endlessly. Relentlessly.

Two bad statements: "America's chickens are coming home to roost" (about 9/11) and "G damn America".

The first one is absolutely true. Because of our addiction to oil, we sucked up to a corrupt kingdom, they let us station soldiers there, Osama bin Laden hates us and his home country, which exiled him. (Fifteen of the 19 hijackers were Saudi.)

We've given billions of dollars of arms to one side or the other because they hated an enemy of ours, then later fought those same countries or sold them arms because of a different political reason. Money, money, money.

Our foreign policy for the last 30 years has been crap. And a white, American ambassador thought so, and he made the statement that Rev. Wright was merely QUOTING. "America's chickens (failed foreign policy) have come home to roost (bit us on the a**)

I agree with that analysis.

As for the G damn part, well, it's not and never was a lifelong belief of Rev. Wright's, that's just silly. It was at the end of ten minutes about how too many Americans, especially those in power, claim to be Christian yet mistreat others. Would God bless the lynchings and the arrests and shootings and the poor-on-poor violence? No, God does not, he damns it.

Have you ever sworn in your life? Ever? After the dog chewed your expensive whatever into shreds? Spilled grape juice on the brand new carpet? Stubbed your toe and just yelled, "OWW! G dammit! Sh*t!"

Never?

What if we had you on video and played you swearing against God, again and again and again?

For weeks? Again and again and again. "OWW! G dammit!" "OWW! G dammit!" "Oww G dammit!!" AGAIN AND AGAIN AND AGAIN.

And all you did was stub your toe once. What happens if you weren't allowed to eat at a restaurant? Go to the school you want? Get called vicious names in the street? Protest and get firehoses blasted on you? German Shepards sicced on you?

Besides, Wright is not a preacher any more and Obama denounced his remarks.

And speaking of editing clips out of context, check out this wonderful, amazing revenge on Bill Orally: Link

(Warning! Much profanity!)

Re: I CAN'T WAIT !!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jun 10th 2008 at 12:01 pm EDT

Teresa, and anyone else who's confronted with the Rev. Wright guilt by association voters, tell them that Wright has ALREADY been in the WH!!!!

Bill and HC INVITED him to come and have prayer with them when the Monica mess was going on! There was even a picture of them hugging on Youtube unless they've yanked it. They knew who and how Wright was but used him for religous cover! Funny how HC then used Wright against BO in the primary without once mentioning her relationship to him, and of course our trusty media didn't mention it!

Just some FACTS to help in defeating the Wright issue.

Minimum wage | Report to Admin

By Peggy Jun 10th 2008 at 2:11 am EDT

Does anyone have any idea if Obama has a plan to allow a lower wage for teenagers or those who do not necesarily need a living wage job? I know he wants to raise the minimum wage,Which I think is important, but I think it is important for small businesses to be able to have a lower rate for teenagers. Any thoughts or observations?

Re: Minimum wage | Report to Admin

By Veritas Jun 10th 2008 at 2:24 am EDT

That is an interesting idea. It sounds good in principle but might be hard to enforce - how do you know the teenager in question isn't helping to support the family through their job? Or isn't out on their own trying to support themselves? Or (like a lot of kids I know...and like me, once) trying desperately to pay for (or save up for) college?

Most states have really strict child-labor laws for kids under 18 (I know, I worked in food service management for a few years) so I don't see businesses going overboard trying to exploit kids - plus, you need more mature workers sometimes anyway - and we'd always pay more than minimum wage for folks who could work day shifts, supervise, had more maturity, etc. The mandatory minimum wage increases in some states though, annual increases - those were killer for our little stores - we had to raise prices every year to keep up, whereas in states that didn't have those laws, we could keep our prices more steady. I can't see how that doesn't just feed inflation.

I tend to think though, again having hired many minimum-wage workers, and having been one, that minimum-wage jobs really don't deserve a "living wage" - because it really is very unskilled labor that you do only need a 15 or 16 year old to do. It was sad to interview older, sometimes even middle-aged workers, for these very entry-level, low-skill jobs, and think that they didn't have any other options for employment. I would rather our efforts go there - to help make sure that people past their teenage years have opportunities to train & be educated for jobs higher on the wage scale.

Maybe email HQ?

Re: Minimum wage | Report to Admin

By Peggy Jun 10th 2008 at 2:29 am EDT

Thanks for your thoughts. I know it is a difficult question. I did E-mail headquarters so I am looking forward to their response.

Re: Minimum wage | Report to Admin

By LOVE Jun 10th 2008 at 2:30 am EDT

So you are advocating age discrimination. How stupid is that ?

Re: Minimum wage | Report to Admin

By Peggy Jun 10th 2008 at 2:36 am EDT

I am really just trying to talk out an issue. Small businesses can suffer greatly when minimum wage goes up. I am just wondering what a good solution would be. Not trying to discriminate. I wish you didn't attack me for asking a question.

Re: Minimum wage | Report to Admin

By Shannon Jun 10th 2008 at 2:54 am EDT

Don't worry, Peggy; it's an interesting question. Please let us know what you hear from HQ!

Re: Minimum wage | Report to Admin

By D Jun 10th 2008 at 2:46 am EDT

thanks for you comment...I agree with you.

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By Bill Jun 10th 2008 at 6:33 am EDT

You make many excellent points. I would add that the idea originated many years ago from the conservative AA economist Walter Williams, a brilliant man whom I like and respect, whether or not one agrees with him politically. Williams is not registered to vote and will not register. He is the one who, in a comical way, showed the absurdity of our tobacco subsidy policy.

Anyway, I wonder if, in a place with a "living wage", it might help to be able to pay teens the Federal minimum wage instead. I am talking about the kids who work at Burger King 15 hours a week while in school. Heck, I am old enough to remember when the minimum wage was $1.60 per hour-but it still went further than minimum wage does today.

Long term, the solution is to fix our economy. Under Bush, it has become a service economy and all the good jobs have been shipped overseas.

If you ever get the chance, go see Barack. I went to see him last week when he was in VA and it was amnazing.

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By LOVE Jun 10th 2008 at 2:27 am EDT

NO WAY ! kids help their families out. Adults would be passed over for even the lowest paying jobs. bad idea.

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Jun 10th 2008 at 2:41 am EDT

I'd have to say Equal Pay for Equal Work - regardless of age, gender, marital status, national origin, etc. etc.

But I'm sure BO has ideas on how to help small businesses thrive. I understand the challenges faced by small business and I'll bet he understands them far better than me!!

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By Coracii - Counting The Days Until January 20th, 2009 Jun 10th 2008 at 5:22 am EDT

I'm wondering if the economic plan that Obama has would more than balance out the cost-of-living increase in low income jobs by changing the health care system, the tax codes, etc. A significant portion of the real cost of wages for employees is health care, disability, workers comp, and other expenses that the worker doesn't see in their paycheck. I'm not an economist (obviously), but I think differing pay rates for the same work would cause significant problems if based on any physical difference (age, sex, race).

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By Cynthia, overseas voter Jun 10th 2008 at 8:33 am EDT

good question. I don´t think the way to address the hardship on small business is by reducing wages for some workers--I agree with comments on equal pay, equal work. (we shouldn´t get into whether people "need" to earn--that is the argument that was often used to justify paying women less--i.e. they weren´t the "breadwinners".)

I think a far more effective measure is small business tax credits and other support/incentive programmes. In many other countries small businesses are given tax credits, wage supplements, incentives, etc.

In addition, with changes to healthcare, small businesses will find that worker benefit expenses are less problematic. Also there should be more coordination within the small business sector--i.e. small business support through local chamber of commerce, etc.

In general, a healthier economy will help out small business who are disproportionately affected by rising prices in gas, transport and other products and services.

"A Leader We Can Belive In" | Report to Admin

By Where would we be? Jun 10th 2008 at 2:12 am EDT

McCain's new slogan reads:
"A Leader We Can Believe In"

Obama should change his wording once in a while to question McCain's ability to lead the entire country, not just the wealthy 2% or the military.

substitute
"the kind of change we need"
with
"the kind of leader we cannot believe in"

What do you all think?

Re: "A Leader We Can Belive In" | Report to Admin

By Obama Grandmama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:22 am EDT

I know repetition is the best way to remember a point so I leave it up to Obama and his speech writer to word it the best way.
I love my Obama family and the opportunity to be involved with a new kind of politics. Time for bed for me though. Good night from Oregon.

Re: "A Leader We Can Belive In" | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:29 am EDT

G'night! Sleep tight!

McCain double speak | Report to Admin

By ♥♪Ben, a true evangelical for OBAMA♪♥ Jun 10th 2008 at 2:20 am EDT

McCain, pure confusion with all his double speak.

Link

Flip-Flop is the real McCain, McFlip and McFlop

Little Game . . . | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:21 am EDT

Are you game?

Tom from Houston posted this earlier. I thought I'd copy it and post it:

1. What is the most common religion among U.S. Presidents?

2. All forty-three presidents are ancestors of only seven heritages (or a combination thereof). How many can you name?

3. Who was the only president never to marry?

4. There were unsuccessful assassination attempts against six presidents. Who were they?

5. Can you name the three presidents who died on the fourth of July?

6. Who are the nine presidents featured on U.S. currency?

7. Who was the youngest man to become president (this is a trick question)?

8. Who was the oldest elected president?

9. George W. Bush is our 43rd president. But we've had only 42 presidents. Why?

10. Twenty-six presidents held the same job before becoming president. What was that profession?

Good luck and have fun.

Hope you enjoy it!

Re: Little Game . . . | Report to Admin

By Janet from the Northwest--Fear will not determine this election. Not this time! Jun 10th 2008 at 2:34 am EDT

I know that both John Adams and Thomas Jefferson died hours apart on July 4th. I don't know the third.

Re: Little Game . . . | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:41 am EDT

You know more history than I, I didn't know any of the three. :(

Re: Little Game . . . | Report to Admin

By Jane Jun 10th 2008 at 8:48 am EDT

Thomas Jefferson and John Adams not only died a few hours apart on July 4th, but it was in 1826, the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

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By Sara G Jun 10th 2008 at 2:39 am EDT

I obviously learned nothing in history class. We didn't learn about any of this for the most part. How sad is that? I am gonna copy this and find the answers eventually. It will drive me nuts until I do.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 2:53 am EDT

i know someone was POTUS in two non-consecutive terms, no idea who...garfield? dunno....

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By Sara G Jun 10th 2008 at 3:02 am EDT

I looked it up...lol. It was Grover Cleveland. One answer how many more to go? It's getting late!

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By V-Day Jun 10th 2008 at 3:19 am EDT

1. Episcopalian
2. Dutch, Irish Catholic,
3. James Buchanan
4. I don't like the question
5. They were John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe
6.
7. Theodore Roosevelt was 42 and John F Kennedy 43
8. Ronald Reagan
9. ?
10. Senator

John McCain | Report to Admin

By Jeffrey from Eastpointe, Michigan Jun 10th 2008 at 2:24 am EDT

John McCain making a fool out of himself again.
Link

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By Ehuzu Hussein - We Built It Up! Thanks to All - Obama/Biden: The Change We Need to Keep the American Promise Alive Jun 10th 2008 at 2:29 am EDT

You want to laugh "my friend", watch this:
john.he.is
Link

We need change.
YES WE CAN!

Re: John McCain | Report to Admin

By Jeffrey from Eastpointe, Michigan Jun 10th 2008 at 2:32 am EDT

LOL!

That was funny, but also scary that this man could possibly become POTUS.

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By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:44 am EDT

Really enjoyed it. Thanks!

Tip for some | Report to Admin

By KenHussein supporting President Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:25 am EDT

Use e-mail to remind your groups to donate to Barack.

hi guys | Report to Admin

By Snucky Jun 10th 2008 at 2:30 am EDT

i love the map. hopefully we can pick off a few gop states this fall. hi everybody!

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By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:41 am EDT

Hey Snucky, how are you tonight, good ta see ya!

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By Hockeygirl 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:44 am EDT

There are no "GOP states". There are just "states who mistakenly voted GOP recently"

Senator Obama will be able to turn those red states BLUE!

~~~~~ Yes We Can!

Re: hi guys | Report to Admin

By Sara G Jun 10th 2008 at 2:58 am EDT

I don't know about you, but my favorite color is blue. :)

OK everyone we have a new job | Report to Admin

By Somebody(was nobody) Jun 10th 2008 at 2:34 am EDT

OK, we have 2 leaders that need to be out of office, there are 2 current impeachment articles that need heard one for Bush and one for Cheney, Its our time again to make our voices heard, We all need to call Pelosi and let her now we want this back ON the table and we need to call our senators and congresspeople and let them know WE WANT ACTION. We know how to do this, these are our ELECTED officials, they are supposed to speak for US. Start making calls tomorrow dont let this be swept under the rug AGAIN.

Good night now will be calling tomorrow myself.

Re: OK everyone we have a new job | Report to Admin

By Kathy Jun 10th 2008 at 6:50 am EDT

Dennis Kucinich introduced impeaching Dick Cheney last year. At that time I emailed Pelosi, Hastert, Barack, Hillary, Edwards to support his bill. Barack & Hillary both sent back template emails about how they'd love to support impeachment but with the time & money & amount of focus necessary to achieve it they didn't see it happening. Good responses. Hastert sent a chain email that basically said if I didn't live in his district there was nothing he could do for me. Pelosi and Edwards, no reply at all. I did write my local councilman, Anthony Wiener, who sent me a hand signed old school letter (!) about what he was doing to impeach.

My feelings - everybody support Dennis the K; get the word out for media coverage. This story now has legs coming on the heels of Scott McClellan's book and all the information leaking out from the Bush Regime. It helps connect the dots from Bush to McCain. Bush's approval ratings are in the gutter. The country's mad as heck & not going to take it anymore. Barack is the change agent! It's all good!

randi rhodes was saying earlier | Report to Admin

By Priscilla ; A change is coming to 1600 Pennsalvania Ave! Jun 10th 2008 at 2:35 am EDT

that a reason why a lot of dems don't want to touch the impeachment issue is because many of them don't really have clean hands and don't want to look like they were complicit in letting bush get away with all this!! I thought it was very interesting, what do you all think?!?

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By Brian D. (Who's really Michelle B. using her husband's account...) Jun 10th 2008 at 2:38 am EDT

My answer is way up thread.

I don't wanna be yelled at for reposting... Some people get touchy about that and I don't want people to think I'm spamming...

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By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 2:49 am EDT

I heard this on Rhandi Rhodes too-Pelosi is one of those with dirty hands and the Dems do not want to take any responsibility for their part in the Bush mess. It will never pass-but good for Kucinich who tells things like they are-but never gets far in his pursuits to get the truth out!

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By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 2:50 am EDT

I heard this on Rhandi Rhodes too-Pelosi is one of those with dirty hands and the Dems do not want to take any responsibility for their part in the Bush mess. It will never pass-but good for Kucinich who tells things like they are-but never gets far in his pursuits to get the truth out!

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By The Pollitikat Jun 10th 2008 at 6:17 am EDT

The Democrats enabled Bush. The actions of the democrats during Bush regime is questionable, I wonder what hold did Bush have over them to get the kind of cooperation he did, it was unprecedented and absolute.

Like Bush many democrats betrayed the trust of the American people.

Re: randi rhodes was saying earlier | Report to Admin

By Kestrel Jun 10th 2008 at 2:42 am EDT

i believe it. it's a tangled web in washington DC.

my favorite polls | Report to Admin

By LOVE Jun 10th 2008 at 2:35 am EDT

These are considered the most accuLink

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By Janet from the Northwest--Fear will not determine this election. Not this time! Jun 10th 2008 at 2:38 am EDT

This link doesn't work.

Re: my favorite polls | Report to Admin

By LOVE Jun 10th 2008 at 2:54 am EDT

Link

intrade.com

my text was chopped off, also

everyone needs an obama | Report to Admin

By Felix Jun 10th 2008 at 2:37 am EDT

Best friends:
Link

McCain quite out of touch | Report to Admin

By ♥♪Ben, a true evangelical for OBAMA♪♥ Jun 10th 2008 at 2:37 am EDT

McCain really believes that the economy is much better off today than at the beginning of Bush's admistration. Talking about out of touch.

Link

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By Janet from the Northwest--Fear will not determine this election. Not this time! Jun 10th 2008 at 2:44 am EDT

I was paying about $1 a gallon for gas when Bush took office. That man is way out of touch with reality.

Daily Welcome | Report to Admin

By Willy Hussein Jun 10th 2008 at 2:40 am EDT

WELCOME TO ALL OF YOU NEW SUPPORTERS,

ALL FORMER HILLARY SUPPORTERS,

OTHER DEMOCRATS,

INDEPENDENTS,

AND DISAFECTED REPUBLICANS.

Please join "The Welcome Wagon" through the link below, for instructions on how to get involved.

Link

WE HOPE YOU ARE HERE TO STAY THROUGH THE UPS AND DOWNS OF THIS JOURNEY AHEAD.

OBAMA'08

Bush and the Taliban | Report to Admin

By Kestrel Jun 10th 2008 at 2:40 am EDT

Haven't been able to find Kucinich's 35 articles of impeachment spelled out online yet. However, I hope one of the articles referenced Bush misleading us as to his true intentions regarding invading Afghanistan. Bush and his oil friends met with the Taliban to work out details on building a oil pipeline through Afghanistan starting as early as 1997 in Sugarland, TX and continuing up through the summer of 2001 in the Whitehouse. I suppose Afghanistan has been "mission acccomplished" anyway since the oil pipeline was built soon after we invaded.

Link

Re: Bush and the Taliban | Report to Admin

By The (Obama)LAW Jun 10th 2008 at 2:43 am EDT

Check this link:

Link

Re: Bush and the Taliban | Report to Admin

By Kestrel Jun 10th 2008 at 2:59 am EDT

thanks. the website appears to be down (After Downing Street?), even after I searched for it manually. i'll check on it later.

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By Bailey from Taos NM Jun 10th 2008 at 2:45 am EDT

Volunteers and Supporters: Please Read!

How to talk to democrats who didn't support Obama:

Link

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By JakeBarnes Jun 10th 2008 at 2:52 am EDT

In other words, Richardson? That'll work.

WE ARE THE ONES WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:52 am EDT

Agreed, but it's difficult to come up with someone who comes close to Barack . . . clean background, extremely intelligent, not power hungry, won't make too many mistakes, but will be a true help to Barack when he comes to a situation that he will need the VP's help.

We need someone with strengths in military, has connections with southern states and northern states, and of course any other swing states, and might be able to obtain the women's vote. Oh, and no connections with Haliburton! lol!

Who do you suggest? :)

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By JakeBarnes Jun 10th 2008 at 2:56 am EDT

Sam Nunn?

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By Australian Helen Jun 10th 2008 at 3:45 am EDT

I wonder would Steve Jobs consider VP? He is an incredibly gifted innovator with high recognition factor.

Helen

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 9:51 am EDT

Well Susan sometimes it's about picking someone that don't have a whole lot of baggage. No one is perfect but to me it's all about not mixing the old with the new direction that Barack is trying to take this Country.

I like Richardson, Webb, Kaine, etc....

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 2:55 am EDT

Well frankly, I am disappointed in Obama for picking Jim Johnson as the one to help pick his VP. This man is a corporate big wig and a crook. I thought Obama was going to be a leader of something new in politics and his first major decision of picking a VP team-he picks a major crook that has been CEO of Fannie Mae, sits on the board to Target Corp, various banks and was involved in the sup-prime lender mess that got so many innocent people in a situation where they are losing their homes. Obama talked of helping those poor people and punishing the slime lenders and what does he do-he picks one to find his VP and then when called on it-he defends the dude-so how is Obama different and for change? Highly disappointed now.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jun 10th 2008 at 12:27 pm EDT

NorCal, maybe that's why BO picked Johnson, HE KNOWS WHERE ALL THE SKELETONS ARE BURIED! He knows the slime, himself. BO doesn't gain anything listening only to folks who DON'T know the downside/dirt (like Caroline who hasn't been involved in politics, but who I believe is being schooled by Teddy).

As they say, "It takes one to know one". Again, I think we would be naive to think that just because BO is about change, he can do everything alone. He has to be involved with some folks in D.C. He can't govern in a vacuum if he has any cahnce of being successful. He will use the "necessary evils" while we elect "new dem. blood" on the down tickets who will support him.

He cannot change everything overnight, nor can he completely turn his back on everyone. Teddy is a fixture but look how his endorsement boosted and legitimized BO's candidacy.

I'm not naive, but since BO is our best chance at change I have to trust him; he knows more than we do who aren't in D.C.

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 2:56 am EDT

Well frankly, I am disappointed in Obama for picking Jim Johnson as the one to help pick his VP. This man is a corporate big wig and a crook. I thought Obama was going to be a leader of something new in politics and his first major decision of picking a VP team-he picks a major crook that has been CEO of Fannie Mae, sits on the board to Target Corp, various banks and was involved in the sup-prime lender mess that got so many innocent people in a situation where they are losing their homes. Obama talked of helping those poor people and punishing the slime lenders and what does he do-he picks one to find his VP and then when called on it-he defends the dude-so how is Obama different and for change? Highly disappointed now.

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By JakeBarnes Jun 10th 2008 at 3:06 am EDT

Johnson headed the VP search effort for Kerry in 2004 so I'm comfortable with Barack's choice.

WE ARE THE ONES WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 3:27 am EDT

Yes, Jim Johnson picked Edwards for Kerry and just who won that election?

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By Coracii - Counting The Days Until January 20th, 2009 Jun 10th 2008 at 5:36 am EDT

Depends, if you take away the massive voter fraud in Cuyahoga County, Ohio and other parts of the state then most likely Kerry/Edwards won. From here Link (among many, many other sources):

The reports were especially disturbing in Ohio, the critical battleground state that clinched Bush's victory in the electoral college. Officials there purged tens of thousands of eligible voters from the rolls, neglected to process registration cards generated by Democratic voter drives, shortchanged Democratic precincts when they allocated voting machines and illegally derailed a recount that could have given Kerry the presidency. A precinct in an evangelical church in Miami County recorded an impossibly high turnout of ninety-eight percent, while a polling place in inner-city Cleveland recorded an equally impossible turnout of only seven percent. In Warren County, GOP election officials even invented a nonexistent terrorist threat to bar the media from monitoring the official vote count.(11)

Voting lines in the inner city were 10 hours long (how many people couldn't wait that long?) while lines just miles away in the republican favored suburbs were minutes long and had 10x as many voting machines per expected voter.

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By Earthman Jun 10th 2008 at 3:15 am EDT

Don't set your Obama bar too high. He won't be able to do everything he hopes to do. He is a career politician ya know. Say what you want about the business world but if it were not for capitalism the governmenet wouldn't have a dime to spend on anything. There is good and bad in all things including you and I. Set the bar too high and you never attain anything worthwhile; only longing for more.

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By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 3:25 am EDT

You missed my point. Obama has been parading a new kind of politics aand Jim Johnson is a very corrupt man who Obama claims to be friends with. Johnson is the old kind of politics and corrup in his corporate dealings-you can read all about him. He is part of the very corporate business dealings that Obama has talked about doing something about. It is not about capitalism-it is about Obama's Change message! If you say one thing and and turn around and sneak about doing the opposite-one is not the messenger of Change!

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 3:25 am EDT

You missed my point. Obama has been parading a new kind of politics aand Jim Johnson is a very corrupt man who Obama claims to be friends with. Johnson is the old kind of politics and corrup in his corporate dealings-you can read all about him. He is part of the very corporate business dealings that Obama has talked about doing something about. It is not about capitalism-it is about Obama's Change message! If you say one thing and and turn around and sneak about doing the opposite-one is not the messenger of Change!

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By JakeBarnes Jun 10th 2008 at 3:46 am EDT

Here's how the Obama campaign responded to your right-wing talking points earlier today:

This story is overblown and irrelevant
This an overblown story about what appear to be completely above-board transactions. The Wall Street Journal even admits that they don't have a story--noting that it's "impossible" to know the factors that went into these arrangements.

And look, one of John McCain's top advisors, John Green, lobbied for Ameriquest, one of the nation's largest subprime lenders and a key player in the mortgage crisis. What does it say about Senator McCain's campaign that they've selected someone who's lobbied for a subprime lender to serve as their full-time liaison to Republicans in Congress?

Americans know that we face a critical choice in this race--and isn't about the terms of an outside advisor's loans. This race is about leadership, and which candidate will crack down on fraudulent lenders and bring real relief to Americans struggling in the grip of the housing crisis.

Barack Obama has offered a real solution to the housing crisis--John McCain hasn't

Barack Obama understands what homeowners are going through, and he's put forward a detailed proposal to crack down on fraudulent lenders and help folks stay in their homes. As President, he'll penalize predatory lenders and create a $10 billion Foreclosure Prevention Fund to help families stay in their homes. And among other steps, he'll give a tax credit to middle class homeowners that would cover 10 percent of the interest on their mortgages every year.

Meanwhile, John McCain has struggled for months to come up with a real plan to address the housing crisis. It took him three tries to come up with answers for struggling homeowners, and he still came up short. And when he laid out his economic agenda recently he couldn't be bothered to talk about the housing crisis.

Any questions? :)

WE ARE THE ONES WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 4:05 am EDT

I am anything but RIGHT WING! That is too funny. If you read the the biography of Jim Johnson -then you will know a little bit about him-he is no agent of change! I have been an Obama supporter from the beginning, however, as A PROGRESSIVE LIBERAL, I do my research and I will hold Obama to the standards that he has set to the American people. He is not the Messiah-he is a politician that has inspired millions with his message of hope and change and I will question things when something does not match what he says! That is what progressives do!

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By Coracii - Counting The Days Until January 20th, 2009 Jun 10th 2008 at 5:38 am EDT

The difference here is that Jim Johnson is interviewing candidates, he has nothing to do with setting administration policy, campaign pledges, etc. He's interviewing people, that's all.

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By TeresaZ who welcomes all HRC supporters with dap Jun 10th 2008 at 4:02 am EDT

I guess I need to quit donating to Obama because I have a Countrywide loan. At least Johnson wasn't on the Walmart board. That's where I draw the line. I never had a food stamp client in my case load employed by Target because at least they make an attempt at corporate responsibility and corporate giving. I had several corporations, like Walmart, who thought food stamps and Medicaid were their corporate benefits plan. This story is beyond overblown.

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 4:12 am EDT

Hmmm....how much does target pay their child labor in foreign countries that provide the goods sold at Target? What American goods are sold at Target? They do the same thing as Wal-Mart and all the other big corporations. They use slave labor to make the goods that they sell in their stores!

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By JakeBarnes Jun 10th 2008 at 4:15 am EDT

So...Hillary is ok for Barack but Jim Johnson is not. Hmmm....

WE ARE THE ONES WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 4:39 am EDT

You are right about Hillary - my point behind this-which I have been against until now is that she has said some damaging things about Obama and the Republicans wiull make ads about her saying those things to diminish him-so my thought was that if she was on the ticket-it would tone that stuff down...she is not about change-it is about winning the Dem party in November...my thought is that maybe the party can unify-but there are many problems with this kind of ticket with regard to change. Jim Johnson is very corrupt though-more than Hillary.

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 9:56 am EDT

I can understand your point Karen. I'm all against a Hillary ticket.

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 9:53 am EDT

Good point Robert, but also you can't set your bar too low meaning going backwards instead of forward.

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By Stanley H. Krute Jun 10th 2008 at 9:24 am EDT

RE #1: Voters don't care whether it's 2 senators or not. Voters care about whether it's 2 people who communicate with them, who touch them, who they feel they can entrust w/ the presidency.

Many senators are boring gasbags (Biden). Some are not (Webb). It's the gasbag factor, more than the senator factor, that counts.

-- stan

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 9:46 am EDT

Yes P.A.O. but let not pick someone at any cost to what Barack's whole campaign was about.

Re: VP Search | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 9:58 am EDT

If Obama picked Clinton as his running mate, would she help or hurt his chances in November?
Hurt 55%
Help 45%

Inspiring Map! | Report to Admin

By The (Obama)LAW Jun 10th 2008 at 2:43 am EDT

This is an inspiring map to look at. Just imagine, if we could really win every single state. Why not?

Re: Inspiring Map! | Report to Admin

By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Jun 10th 2008 at 2:47 am EDT

OK. All I see is a large white space where the graphic should be. I'm using IE 7.0. Got any ideas why it won't display for me?

Re: Inspiring Map! | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 2:51 am EDT

yes; read my post on it above. think i called it symbolic

Re: Inspiring Map! | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 3:07 am EDT

I've got the same problem; let me know if you figure it out....

New Slogan | Report to Admin

By The (Obama)LAW Jun 10th 2008 at 2:46 am EDT

Did anyone notice the new slogan: Change That Works For You.

Is this a response to McCain's reactive "Believe" slogan?

Re: New Slogan | Report to Admin

By Vana (Hey Sarah Palin, can you spell and define "Maverick" Jun 10th 2008 at 2:51 am EDT

That BUT I also think it was also because he was focusing on the economy these next few weeks.

Re: New Slogan | Report to Admin

By Ryan Kauffman in Portland Jun 10th 2008 at 3:11 am EDT

Yeah, McCain and him are having a marketing war over slogans. Its a war McCain should have never entered. "Change you Deserve" & "Leader We Can Believe In" are both a step behind "Change We Can Believe In" & "Change That Works For You."

McCain shouldnt have copied the change idea and the Obama graphics. Bad idea.

Re: New Slogan | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 3:22 am EDT

Yes! That graphic is so embarrassingly similar.

Oy! Why can't he find a few techno/repubs and pay them a few bucks to come up with something. He raised $45 million dollars and he can't find a marketing strategist?

Re: New Slogan | Report to Admin

By The (Obama)LAW Jun 10th 2008 at 3:28 am EDT

where can you see the picture of the copy cat? I am curious now..

Re: New Slogan | Report to Admin

By The (Obama)LAW Jun 10th 2008 at 3:31 am EDT

Never mind... Found this:

Link

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By The (Obama)LAW Jun 10th 2008 at 3:26 am EDT

You guys are all right. What about that green monster backdrop too? Hahaha!! Seriously!!! I know that these things seem like small things, but they do speak volumes. It tells voters that he and his campaign are from the last generations....

Re: New Slogan | Report to Admin

By Linden Killam Jun 10th 2008 at 3:35 am EDT

Change That Works For You is a BRILLIANT way to market his message of change to the working-class and segments of the population who typically vote Republican. He was making himself sound more fiscally responsible than McCain in North Carolina the other day and the new slogan is an awesome way to reach out to those people. In My Humble Opinion.

I wonder why the McCain campaign thinks it's a good idea to remind everyone of Obama's own slogans which have been so successful.

moving up on points! | Report to Admin

By Snucky Jun 10th 2008 at 2:46 am EDT

i have been moving up on points on mybarackobama. fun to see the points rack up!

Re: moving up on points! | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 2:53 am EDT

I love it ;)

In my old account I racked up some 22,000 points in 4 months....

Haha, that's probably a bit too much....

Re: moving up on points! | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:56 am EDT

Hey Lace, did you see the posts around 1:04 a.m (my time)? Are you going to WI appearance? I'd be willing to help if you want to go! :)

Re: moving up on points! | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 3:12 am EDT

Yes, peeps, I saw the post, (I actually found out a few hours ago; notice that I disappeared for a few).

As far as getting there, I will not know until later on tomorrow, because I'm not sure if my stepdad will be home that late on Thursday or not.

Re: moving up on points! | Report to Admin

By Shannon Jun 10th 2008 at 2:57 am EDT

Wow! That's impressive! How did you get so many?

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 3:20 am EDT

Lottttssss of time on the blogs :)

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 3:00 am EDT

LACE!!! did you see your name upthread? you need to go get Obamized!! he's coming either to applington or to kaukauna. gitcher butt there!!!

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 3:02 am EDT

LACE!!! did you see your name upthread? you need to go get Obamized!! he's coming either to applington or to kaukauna. gitcher butt there!!!

Re: moving up on points! | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:53 am EDT

Great Snucky, the more friends you have the higher the points go!

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By ♦ Gigi Jun 10th 2008 at 3:08 am EDT

and logins and groups joined, etc.
there are some I've found who are in some ridiculous "61st place" or something with only 3 pts to move up

More to the point: Do I get a dinner with Barack if I reach the top 10?

Hm?

Re: moving up on points! | Report to Admin

By Shannon Jun 10th 2008 at 3:32 am EDT

There definitely needs to be a prize for people who get into the top 10! A free trip to help GOTV in a different state, perhaps? Hawaii, anyone?

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 3:40 am EDT

lol i've gotten into 33rd place about 4 times, and the next time i log in i'm all of a sudden back in 34th by SEVERAL points, hundreds...i must be messin in staffer ranges; so i'm not sure it's possible to get that high, although most of the calls i made were before we got points and through HQ, so didn't count for points. or maybe whoever IS in 33rd place is just highly competitive lol.

Re: moving up on points! | Report to Admin

By ♦ Gigi Jun 10th 2008 at 3:59 am EDT

Whoa!
How long you been on the blogs?
Count me jealous!

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By Shannon Jun 10th 2008 at 4:31 am EDT

33rd or 34th is amazing! I think I'm in the 25,000s!

Can you help? | Report to Admin

By Val in AZ 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:48 am EDT

Hi late night folks!

I have a request... I have not been able to get any takers today to donate to my FR... can I get maybe 1 or 2 before it turns to Tuesday here ( 10 minutes to go, my time)
If you can that would be greatly appreciated.. even $1.
And if not, you can just come take a look at my beautiful grandchildren anyway.... Thanks!
Link

Re: Can you help? | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 3:00 am EDT

Done!

Maybe someday you can return the favor...regardless, hope it helps and let's keep the faith!

Re: Can you help? | Report to Admin

By Val in AZ 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:07 am EDT

Thank you so very much... and I will reciprocate as soon as I am able to financially... am keeping a list of all of you generous people.

Re: Can you help? | Report to Admin

By Snucky Jun 10th 2008 at 3:01 am EDT

Val in AZ, i just donated $10.00 on your fundraising page!

Re: Can you help? | Report to Admin

By Val in AZ 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:08 am EDT

Thank You... Thank You ! You are so kind!

Bush Lies,Lies and Lies then Death in Iraq | Report to Admin

By BroncoSandi from Idaho Jun 10th 2008 at 2:58 am EDT

Bush Lies,Lies and Lies then Death in Iraq
USA Wants 58 US Bases??? Who will get the (no-Bid? )contract? Places for BlackWater to guard?? YIKES!

American Deaths
Since war began (3/19/03): 3637
Since "Mission Accomplished" (5/1/03) (the list) 3498
Since Capture of Saddam (12/13/03): 3176
Since Handover (6/29/04): 2778
Since Election (1/31/05): 2200
Official American Wounded: 26806

Iraqi Deaths Probably upwards of 200,000 with over 1 million wounded.

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By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:05 am EDT

Sandi, I agree, it's the bottom figure of the wounded coming home that people forget. These are the soldiers we need to take care of and make sure that they have a good start when they come home, and at least have the proper rehabilitation and medical care they need.

This is also a big issue that our campaign needs to makes sure happens. I'm sure it probably will, but we need to make sure. :)

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By BroncoSandi from Idaho Jun 10th 2008 at 3:09 am EDT

You are so right! nite nite Talk to you guys tomorrow

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By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:22 am EDT

Sweet dreams! :)

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By BroncoSandi from Idaho Jun 10th 2008 at 3:06 am EDT

Time for bed for me. Sorry for the bad news I posted but it is the real world. We must win the race!! Many lives depend on us!
Fired up and ready to go!

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By Ron Jun 10th 2008 at 3:31 am EDT

Sandi, I think those figures are outdated. I've been hearing on CNN for a long time that more than 4,000 U.S. soldiers have been killed in Iraq, and the wounded number around 30,000, more or less.

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By Val in AZ 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 2:59 am EDT

I am wondering why no one ( that I have heard at least) comments on the following in the media:

1) Barack is leading McShame in AZ in the tracking polls (McShames home state where he is the senator)
Link

2) In the Republican Primary here in AZ, McShame only got 47% of the vote, followed by Romney 35%/ Huckabee 9% ...Isn't it important that less than 1/2 of of your own state Republicans voted for you... and yet your are in the GE?

Comments and discussion welcome please.

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By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 3:04 am EDT

I didn't hear that yet, but it doesnt surprise me that he got the nom...he ws the best they could come up with...

Romney: Mormon.
Huckabee: Too evangelical.
Ron Paul: Wacky as all get out.

McCain: War hero. 30+ years in fed, gov't. Whatever.

I heard from some folks I know that he is not very well liked in AZ and I guess that poll shows it.

Goody for us!

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By ♦ Gigi Jun 10th 2008 at 3:05 am EDT

Take a look at the most current polls at

Link

Barack is doing really well in a lot of states against J McC (think Pennsylvania - inching up in Michigan, solid in Colorado).

yesterday, overall in Gallup, BO was at 46% / to McC at 45%. Today - BO at 48% and Mc C at 42%.

I'm so impressed with what Barack's done in this past week - where he's gone, his focus.

And, of course, all rooted in his "pep" talk to the peeps at HQ (on YouTube - sorry, don't have link - you can find it at Huff post, also)

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By Val in AZ 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:25 am EDT

GiGi... I think Barack is off to an awesome start and it's going to get better every week.
I'm confused with the link you posted though.

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By ♦ Gigi Jun 10th 2008 at 3:33 am EDT

This is the place most journalists / media go for numbers / articles across the board.

Check the polling numbers on the right side of the page for a quick glance, left column for details. .. actually you can get way into the details in many places on the site.

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By ♦ Gigi Jun 10th 2008 at 3:35 am EDT

OOOPS a triple sorry.

mistyped the url - here it is

Link

( -- it's late -- )

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By Val in AZ 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:46 am EDT

Thanks GiGi!

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By Sara G Jun 10th 2008 at 3:06 am EDT

Obama is leading McCain in Arizona right now?

BTW, I love Tucson.

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By Val in AZ 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:21 am EDT

Yup... he is! I'm in Oro Valley, 2 miles North of Tucson city limits... I'm a New York "Transplant" myself... 12 years now... Love it here!

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 3:06 am EDT

hmmmm this could be sent to some of the major news media...maybe just send it to AP.

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By Val in AZ 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:18 am EDT

That link I posted shows polls through 6/8/08.. thats pretty current stuff.

McShame is not popular here in AZ among people... regardsless of their Political affiliation.

I would LOVE for Barack to come here and speak... people will listen... the polls will go crazy IMHO... and wouldn't it be nice to see a headline like " McCain losing ground in home state"... yeah that might start a trend across America all right... JMHO... Game over!

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By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 3:27 am EDT

I'm a Seattle transplant and would LOVE to see AZ go BLUE.....

I'm thinking that in the next month, McCain's numbers ar going to look a lot like GWB's--

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By SKZolo Jun 10th 2008 at 3:23 am EDT

Obama is not leading McCain in Arizona in ANY poll whatsoever:

Link

He is close to about 10 points in some early polls but there aren't many polls taken and it is virtually impossible for AZ to go blue.

As per fivethirtyeight blog Link the chances of AZ going to Obama is 1% while Illinos going to McCain is 4% Very highly unlikely in both cases.

Anyway these early polls have no much meaning how things will turn out in the GE 5 months fro now.

Kerry was leading Bush by a huge margin in 2004 at this point. He was winning by about 350 electoral votes. Republicans historically incraree their chances as the Ge day approaches. But Obama's strength tis time looks solid and hopefully he can only gain from here on. Its not going to be cake walk though. On issues he Obama wins against McSame but he has a difficult road ahead on culture wars:

Check this out:

The best move of the general election season (so far)

Obama to set up anti-disinformation SWAT team:

Link

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By Val in AZ 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:42 am EDT

I hear what you are saying... the Link I posted was National polls, not AZ one. The Info I was passing along about Barack being ahead of McCain here is what was reported on local TV today. I've seen the link you posted with the results from 2 weeks ago and thought that was a pretty good trend starting... but I believe it will be difficult to turn AZ blue... but I don't think it is impossible at all.. I'm still hoping here. ( Eternal optimist) I hadn't seen that Swat team article... woulds love to see that happening.

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By SKZolo Jun 10th 2008 at 3:56 am EDT

"it will be difficult to turn AZ blue... but I don't think it is impossible at all.. I'm still hoping here. ( Eternal optimist) "

Indeed. Stranger things have happened.

Even if Obama manages to give McCain a scare in AZ with these early numbers, and possible full blooded camoaugn (with his financial and grass roots strength) it would mean McCain will have to spend some money and time to defend his home state -- not so much to actually avoid losing but to avoid embarrassment and bad press -- while the "real" game in the swing states will be really ON. You know like Obama pushed CLinton to spend money and energy in Pennsylvainia (which she was supposed to win anyway) while the real game was in Indiana and North Carolina.

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By Val in AZ 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 4:09 am EDT

I totally agree with everything you said about how it could affect the campaign... Personally I think McSame would go into panic mode if Barack ever makes AZ one of his campaign stops. That in itself might be a good strategy IMHO.

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By Linden Killam Jun 10th 2008 at 4:15 am EDT

Every polling site I have looked at says something different. More time needs to pass before we can start to get some consistent numbers.

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By Liba Jun 10th 2008 at 9:28 am EDT

I believe that if Native Americans would vote that McCain would loose in Arizona. That would be funny. But the problem is that most Native Americans do not care about politics, which is not surprising after the treatment they received in the past.

Aloha to all from the ALOHA State!! | Report to Admin

By Sonny Jun 10th 2008 at 3:07 am EDT

Aloha to all Obama's supporters. We are all brothers and sisters now that we are linked by a common denominator; OBAMA!!
Although my fund raiser says ArizonaforObama... I reside Part-Time in Arizona and in Hawaii, Kailua-Kona, the Big Island of Hawaii.
Please take this opportunity to donate to Obama, add me as your friend and if you ever happen to come to Hawaii, I will welcome you to my place and even offer a free place to stay!!! Please Donate and let's beat McCain!!

Link
A big THANKS TO BARB!! You are my first!! :)

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By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:16 am EDT

Aloha, six degrees of separation. My cousins lived on Oahu and played basketball with Barack. They know him as Barry. Most beautiful place in the world. You are so lucky. We spent our honeymoon there - loved it!!! ;)

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By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:18 am EDT

Btw, I donated a little something. :)

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By Sonny Jun 10th 2008 at 3:47 am EDT

Aloha Susan!
And thank you for helping out! I really appreciate it and I am sure Obama does it too.
Well when it's too cold in Champaign and feel like coming to a warmer weather (say Hawaii..) look me up! But please don't come on November. Well maybe after the vote. :)

Another Kucinich piece on HuffPost | Report to Admin

By Jade--Who Loves to Decorate Her Latte Cup With Flag Pins! Jun 10th 2008 at 3:10 am EDT

Digg it here: Link

wow | Report to Admin

By ♦ Gigi Jun 10th 2008 at 3:11 am EDT

Is this not the coolest picture of Barack?

Link

ATTN: HQ - grab this for a t-shirt or something.

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By Ryan Kauffman in Portland Jun 10th 2008 at 3:56 am EDT

reminds me of neo.

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By ♦ Gigi Jun 10th 2008 at 3:58 am EDT

lol - yeah! that's perfect.

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By Kristian "I Ain't Afraid of No GOPs" Idol Jun 10th 2008 at 6:14 am EDT

I've got a better one: Link

(Barack in shades exiting a plane. It pixelates a bit if you enlarge it, but it's my favorite desktop/wallpaper.)

And this is a "Super" one of Barack: Link

There's a new sheriff in town: Link

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By Shannon Jun 10th 2008 at 4:36 am EDT

Definitely the best-looking candidate!

HILLARY'S SPEECH | Report to Admin

By Doreen D IOWA Jun 10th 2008 at 3:13 am EDT

Hello my family, can anyone tell me why Hillary did not mention John McCain in her speech, on why you shouldn't vote for McCain, I have been very curious about this, help me out please!!

Thank you!

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By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 3:20 am EDT

There were many things about Hillary's speech that I would've thought she would do differently....

However, I can only assume that in the coming weeks and months, she will get on board (full speed ahead) and do what she does best....

I think (or at least I've heard this) that she was using that speech as an "easing into it" buffer for her supporters, which, if that's true, explains a lot about it and makes me respect it quite a bit more than I did when I heard it.

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By The Pollitikat Jun 10th 2008 at 6:43 am EDT

I was curious about that myself, I thought the beginning of her speech sounded like her tuesday speech. The fact that she did not mention McLame stood out to me too. I see her positioning herself as leader of a new womens movement, yet she did not address any womens issues during her campaign. She continues to put forward the argument that she was victim of sexism by the press and Obama campaign as reason for her loss, blaming someone else and not taking responsibility for the role she played.

I find it peculiar how the media have all called the speech historic and using it as proof Hillary should be on the ticket. How fickle they are. They continue to report on Hillary, as if she is still a third candidate, very disrespectful to Obama.

I love the fact she said "yes we can", my favorite part of the speech. I thought she could have done a better job drawing a contrast between McBush and the Democratic party and Obama.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jun 10th 2008 at 1:02 pm EDT

I noticed that, too. She never used her friend's name! The 2 or 3 days after she made the speech no one could express their assessment of the speech as being anything but history making, great!, or the like. The censorship on this blog was rediculous!

To me there were glaring shortfalls as well as shining moments! Glad to see some tolerance and sanity returnig to the blog.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jun 10th 2008 at 1:02 pm EDT

I noticed that, too. She never used her friend's name! The 2 or 3 days after she made the speech no one could express their assessment of the speech as being anything but history making, great!, or the like. The censorship on this blog was rediculous!

To me there were glaring shortfalls as well as shining moments! Glad to see some tolerance and sanity returnig to the blog.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jun 10th 2008 at 1:02 pm EDT

I noticed that, too. She never used her friend's name! The 2 or 3 days after she made the speech no one could express their assessment of the speech as being anything but history making, great!, or the like. The censorship on this blog was rediculous!

To me there were glaring shortfalls as well as shining moments! Glad to see some tolerance and sanity returnig to the blog.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jun 10th 2008 at 1:02 pm EDT

I noticed that, too. She never used her friend's name! The 2 or 3 days after she made the speech no one could express their assessment of the speech as being anything but history making, great!, or the like. The censorship on this blog was rediculous!

To me there were glaring shortfalls as well as shining moments! Glad to see some tolerance and sanity returnig to the blog.

Vets for freedom | Report to Admin

By Ed Jun 10th 2008 at 3:16 am EDT

this is hilarious and so pathetic. this group is trying to be the Veterans for truth of 2008.. they are asking Obama to go to Iraq... and guess who is getting an orgasm out of it FOX NEWS.... omg they are so pathetic...... I hope thats the best they could do ... anyway I still think its bad and I wanna know what you think we should do about it
Link

Setting the Bar | Report to Admin

By Earthman Jun 10th 2008 at 3:18 am EDT

Don't set your Obama bar too high. He won't be able to do everything he hopes to do. He is a career politician ya know. Say what you want about the business world but if it were not for capitalism the governmenet wouldn't have a dime to spend on anything. There is good and bad in all things including you and I. Set the bar too high and you never attain anything worthwhile; only longing for more.

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By Eric L. Brown Jun 10th 2008 at 4:09 am EDT

I don't think too many here are expecting Barack to do everything he says he will. He will try, but it's impossible. It would have been impossible for Senator Clinton to deliver on everything she said.

The problems we face in this country are like a tiny rudder on a massive ship.

If Barack can at least start adjusting the rudder for a slow turn I'll be happy.

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By Kristian "I Ain't Afraid of No GOPs" Idol Jun 10th 2008 at 9:01 am EDT

Nobody ever climbed Everest without first believing he or she could do it.

Yes WE Can! | Report to Admin

By Evan Jun 10th 2008 at 3:20 am EDT

WHO WOULD YOU WANT TO SEE ON THE TICKET WITH BARACK OBAMA?

YES WE CAN!

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By Ed Jun 10th 2008 at 3:25 am EDT

Hillary Clinton. I know I am one of the few hardcore OBAMA supporters who really adore the idea. Hillary may have some negatives. In fact, I hated her so much during the primary... but she would make a great attack dog. It would be really hard for her ex supporters to vote MCcain when they see her tearing him apart... and yes and I am not afraid to say this I LOVE BILL CLINTON... I don't care what the media says I LOVE HIM...

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By Snucky Jun 10th 2008 at 3:31 am EDT

i know i am in the minority here but as a hillary supporter turned obamafan i say hillary as vp. i am biased of course.lol.

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By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 3:36 am EDT

Obama/Hillary is the only way the Dems will win because the party has been fractured. It will unite the Party and it will satisfy all the different demographics.

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By Jade--Who Loves to Decorate Her Latte Cup With Flag Pins! Jun 10th 2008 at 3:56 am EDT

Barack would lose his credibility with Hillary as VP. That's the truth. You can't be a change candidate and then take as VP the candidate you claimed was part of the "old politics" and enmeshed in the Washington culture of lobbyists, corruption, and greed. McSame's and the RNC's job would be all the more easier if she was VP. They'd attack his credibility and bring out all of the Clinton scandals. It sounds like a winning ticket when you only consider Democrats, but it's not when you consider the Independents and Republicans supporting Barack and the other side: our opposition.

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By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 4:30 am EDT

Your point is a good one. I agree-but starting to think because of all the bad stuff she said about Obama will be used by the Republicans for ads and if she is on the ticket-it will tone those bad things down.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 10:02 am EDT

I agree with Jill 110%

If Obama picked Clinton as his running mate, would she help or hurt his chances in November?
Hurt 55%
Help 45

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 10:01 am EDT

I disagree. He will lose with that ticket.

If Obama picked Clinton as his running mate, would she help or hurt his chances in November?
Hurt 55%
Help 45

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 9:59 am EDT

I disagree with that ticket.

Not a good choice.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jun 10th 2008 at 1:15 pm EDT

Ed, Hc will not pass the vetting process. Hill/Bill's financial dealings, both corporate and with international governments will be fodder for the GOP! No "gag order" will prevent the GOP 527's from going after them on case
# 3BC304174.

In short, HC as VP would sink BO's candidacy. Even if BO could win with her (and Bill), very little change could happen with Bill/Hill second guessing everything BO does, interfering and pushing their agenda. I assure you, their agenda is NOT BO's! What's the point of winning if nothing can change after winning?

Plus, too many are still clinging to the mindset that only the Clintons can "save BO". They say that want change but wean themselves from reliance on the Clintons! Nostalgia will not serve us; the Clintons are nNOT the Clintons of the 90's! Didn't BO BEAT the C.'s without their help, afterall?

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jun 10th 2008 at 1:32 pm EDT

Sorry, meant can't wean themselves..

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By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:26 am EDT

I think Webb, but I don't know how that would bring women voters to our campaign. There are so many factors to cover, it's going to be interesting to see who Barack picks.

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By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 3:38 am EDT

Webb is a good politician, but he has a history of degrading women in the service-probably not a good choice for the woman's vote.

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By Eric L. Brown Jun 10th 2008 at 4:11 am EDT

I heard this about Webb. Unfortunate.

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By Kristian "I Ain't Afraid of No GOPs" Idol Jun 10th 2008 at 9:04 am EDT

Mad Skills - The upside of Jim Webb's anger - Link

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By Alexandria from CA - Already Looking Forward To The Inauguration Jun 10th 2008 at 3:41 am EDT

I like Webb too!

I really like his National Security experience and his interest and knowledge about the people of Appalachia. I am going to read his book, "Born To Fight", about Scots-Irish people of Appalachia and their history. Very interesting stuff.

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By Kathy Jun 10th 2008 at 7:16 am EDT

As a former Hillary supporter, & ardent feminist, I think Webb does nothing but help Obama in the election. Here's my reasoning:

1. Yes, he wrote some silly stuff about why women shouldn't serve, can't fight, in the military. It was a long time ago. He can get it out in the open and address it. Look at the shameless, sexist conduct of Arnold Schwarzenegger in the same timeframe. He apologized and became Governor. It's all in how you address a troubling issue. Upfront and truthful is best.

2. He can really reach those Scot/Irish Appalachian working class voters. He talks the talk; walks the walk. He's really one of them. He can also tie in the Scot/Irish American history with the African American history. He can connect the dots very powerfully.

3. He's a military man who served in the Marines in Vietnam. He was awarded the Navy Cross, the Silver Star Medal, two Bronze Star Medals, and two Purple Hearts. John McCain ain't the only hero on the block. McC wants to "own" the vets and military issues. Webb saws McCain off at the knee caps. He would bring the Veterans out in droves. McCain voted AGAINST his GI Bill. Love to see Johnny explain that in a debate to the guy who sponsored it, and which passed overwhelmingly, across both parties.

4. Virginia.

5. He's a bona fide tough guy. As Barack's running mate I don't think we'll ever hear "elitist," "arugula" or "bitter" ever again. Quite the opposite, Webb speaks quite well to the heart of what Barack meant with his "Bitter" comments. He can get those "Hillary Democrats."

6. Once Hillary starts campaigning for Barack. And she will. HARD! She'll convince her women supporters to go Obama. She, & the NY Contingent, will really help with mobilizing the Hispanic (East Coast) and Jewish votes. (Florida is the 6th Borough of NYC.) Richardson will own the Hispanic votes in southwest and California.

7. Downside? He's kind of rough around the edges as a campaigner and speaker but I figure Barack has charm enough for both of them. May take a little bit to make the two look comfortable together.

Re: Yes WE Can! | Report to Admin

By ★Holly♐HH Honored to Have Helped with This Historic Campaign! ★ Eugene Jun 10th 2008 at 8:22 am EDT

Here's an interesting article about Webb:
Link

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By ★Holly♐HH Honored to Have Helped with This Historic Campaign! ★ Eugene Jun 10th 2008 at 8:33 am EDT

You can DIGG it here: Link

Be sure to read the last two paragraphs of the article -- rather a contrast to the rest.

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By Kathy Jun 10th 2008 at 7:31 pm EDT

Holly, I looked for your profile but couldn't find a way to continue the discussion. Thank you for linking the article. I didn't read anything to make Jim Webb a deal breaker for me in the GE. Maybe it's because I'm the product of Scot/Irish grandparents who had to come to American because they were a "mixed marriage" of Protestants & Catholics, which wasn't going to fly in Scotland, Ireland, UK. Maybe it's because I can step back and look at Obama objectively and see his deficiencies from the prospective of a former adversary. Jim Webb connects the dots. His anger, aka: passion, is what's missing in Obama's message to women, working class, "Hillary Democrats." The VP role is all about filling in the blanks. It's a business decision.

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By George Jun 10th 2008 at 10:13 am EDT

Kathy!!! YOU GET IT..

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By Kathy Jun 10th 2008 at 7:34 pm EDT

George, thank you for the kinds words. Why no profile? New here? I'd like to continue the discussion but am hesitant to respond back to people who do not have a profile. Perhaps a little paranoid. But welcome! Kathy

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By Jeffrey from Eastpointe, Michigan Jun 10th 2008 at 3:31 am EDT

Mark Warner. He is the obvious choice to me.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 10:04 am EDT

Yes Jeffrey that is another good choice

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jun 10th 2008 at 1:52 pm EDT

I'm from VA and have thought of Warner more than Webb! Warner has exceptional gubernotorial experience, balanced the budget and left a surplus! Under his leadership VA was named the best run state in the nation. Warren also was the head of the National Governors Association (may not be the exact name, but you know what I mean).

He can withdraw from the senatorial race as I think VA would elect any good Democrat for Senate.

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By Taliese Sweetie: a typical bitter elitist Republican who loves Obama & thinks WaSILLY Sarah Palin was an AIP Sessionist Plant Jun 10th 2008 at 3:27 am EDT

Oooookay. But can you tell us how you REALLY feel? lol

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By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:32 am EDT

Lol! If you support McCain, what the heck are you doing here? And as a woman and a paralegal, good luck with overturning Roe v. Wade and appointing a Supreme Court Justice. You can't do it if you don't win!

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By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 3:33 am EDT

You must be from Operation Chaos? If you were a true Hillary supporter you would know that Hillary was for a woman's right to choose.......You have the right to vote for McCain, after all this is America!

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By Jade--Who Loves to Decorate Her Latte Cup With Flag Pins! Jun 10th 2008 at 3:35 am EDT

Would also know that Obama and the campaign NEVER trashed Clinton or her supporters. Same can't be said in reverse.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 3:34 am EDT

"Coathangers for younger women"

Absolutely SICK.

I wouldn't even wish that on YOUR daughter, okay!

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By ♦ Gigi Jun 10th 2008 at 3:56 am EDT

Lace, you cannot take this person seriously. It is a bot created by MIT, I'm convinced.

Re: Will Never Support Obama | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 4:13 am EDT

Oh I'm not, no worries ;)

I just had to say that, though; that part of his/her post was absolutely sick!

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By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 3:38 am EDT

I guess if Abortion and tax cuts were the only issues n the table, you'd be justified in this choice

However.......you and your 40 year old sister will never have to go fight in Iraq, so I guess that whole "issue" is of no consequence to you, regardless of how many Americans die there?

How about the environment? Does that have an bearing on you and your sister? Or is there some sort of clean air codified into state law in NY and CT, too?

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By Nanci A patriotic dissident Jun 10th 2008 at 3:38 am EDT

:-) ROFLMAO!

Make sure you post this on McCain's website as well. You are too funny.

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 3:59 am EDT

Hey UNKNOWN,
Can we ask a few questions?
Link

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By Eric L. Brown Jun 10th 2008 at 4:13 am EDT

divisive language

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By Eric L. Brown Jun 10th 2008 at 4:13 am EDT

divisive language

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 4:16 am EDT

So basically you're saying you will vote for Obama after McCain ends his million year war? Well, that's a start.

US PRESIDENT OBAMA!!!
~YES WE CAN AND WE CANNOT WAIT!!!!

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By Carolyn, 7th Generation Nation Jun 10th 2008 at 9:51 am EDT

I strongly suspect you are a McCain supporter posing as a disaffected Hillary supporter.

I used to support Hillary and I find they are passionate, intelligent and savvy like the Senator herself.

We've had an increase in McCain supporters coming to our blog to create division and your tone is closer to that.

We are family here and understand the importance of taking back the White House.

We will not fall for your schemes. Go home to Granddaddy McCain and tell him you didn't fool us. Better luck next time.

Good luck and God bless you.

Re: Will Never Support Obama | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 10:05 am EDT

That is your choice and you will have to live with it.

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By T Jun 10th 2008 at 3:30 am EDT

Good Luck to you...
I got 5 new Obama voters today to take your place!

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 3:32 am EDT

I've got two!

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:34 am EDT

Thank you too Lace!

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:33 am EDT

Teresa, thank you for your great work, you Rock!

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jun 10th 2008 at 3:35 am EDT

I'll match you with 5 tomorrow.

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 3:39 am EDT

btw Jim, I saw your post!!! See my reply up above.

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 4:16 am EDT

Heyyy guys is there anybody who lives in or very near Neenah WI who can give Lace ... and her Mom a ride to Bartacks event in Kaukauna on Thurs.???

Lace just moved there and they don't have transportation at the moment. Lets all see if we can find a safe way to get them to this event.

Lace has put her all into trying to help each and every one of us. Now we have the chance to help her.

LETS DO IT!!!!!

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 4:19 am EDT

I may have someone lined up :D
I'll find out tomorrow. Just have to get my mom's approval first, but since it's local, I think she just might approve.

She won't be able to go, though, because she'll have to keep my sister.

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 4:25 am EDT

Thats great I'm keeping my fingers crossed. But until it's official I'll be out here spreading the word and looking for options as well ;-)

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 4:27 am EDT

Thank you!!

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 4:31 am EDT

Now if you're gonna start thanking me then I'm not gonna do it!!!! LOL ;-)

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 4:36 am EDT

Aww come on lol...

And secondly, I've got to hope that the event is free. But it's a town hall rather than rally, so it just might be!

Amazing. I live in Detroit for almost a year since I first began supporting him and he wasn't able to come to my state but once. I move to the sticks and he comes here within a week!!!

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 4:39 am EDT

It is a town hall that great I was hoping it would be. Now we have to get you there so you can ask him a question.

Hmmmmm we'll have to brainstorm on what that should be. Hahaha

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 4:42 am EDT

Noooooooo lol. I haven't spoke in front of people in over a year! Damn homeschooling...haha.

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 4:50 am EDT

Well then this is the perfect opportunity Madam Mayor!!!! ;-))

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 4:58 am EDT

ummm...I'll NEVER have to speak in front of that many people in my little town lol, aside from maybe a few dinners and such. The max will probably be 100 :P (there's only 350 people in the town [and 50 voters]--say 600 by the time my term rolls around)

By the time that happens, I'll have long gone through another 4-6 years of school anyway, (and possibly an internship with John/Ken Salazar) plenty of time to get back into the zone of speaking in front of people!

Dare I say it, not this time lol.

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 5:02 am EDT

LOL O.k. O.k.

To bad though we'd all love to see you TV ;-))

Gotta run. Talk to ya later.

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 5:16 am EDT

I wouldn't! lol

See ya later! ♥

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By The (Obama)LAW Jun 10th 2008 at 3:35 am EDT

I believe that everyone has the freedom of choice who he/she wants to vote for. You should vote for whoever you want. I think you should vote for policies, and not the personalities if you have something against Obama for whatever reasons. Obama nad Hillary have really, really similar policies.

Well, at least we know that Hillary is supporting Obama.

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Ed Jun 10th 2008 at 3:35 am EDT

Well you are entitled to your own vote and thats what makes America the best democracy in the world. I for instance hated Hillary Clinton myself through this primary but now I really want her on the ticket. I think she would make the best choice for VP. On the other hand I have never hated bill he has been and will always be my hero. I hope that you try to make the best educated decision about who you elect and go with your gutts, but don't expect us to fight with you because here at OBAMA land our strength is our love and respect for each other and for every american including you

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By ArturoForObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:35 am EDT

hey unknown user you need to stop acting like a little kid and act like an adult and stop whining about this issue. We are over this. You need to do what's right for your country and stop holding a grudge against Obama. Now that's coming from a 16 year old geez grow up.

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 4:29 am EDT

Proud of you Aturo. As both you and our unknown user so vividly demonstrate, wisdom and maturity are not tied to ones age.

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By Ed Jun 10th 2008 at 3:36 am EDT

Well you are entitled to your own vote and thats what makes America the best democracy in the world. I for instance hated Hillary Clinton myself through this primary but now I really want her on the ticket. I think she would make the best choice for VP. On the other hand I have never hated bill he has been and will always be my hero. I hope that you try to make the best educated decision about who you elect and go with your gutts, but don't expect us to fight with you because here at OBAMA land our strength is our love and respect for each other and for every american including you

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Jade--Who Loves to Decorate Her Latte Cup With Flag Pins! Jun 10th 2008 at 3:40 am EDT

Ugh. This is not a real Clinton supporter. Are you kidding me? This tool claimed that Roe v. Wade must be overturned to teach young women that they should not take their rights for granted. No Hillary supporter would spew that sick shit.

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By Doreen D IOWA Jun 10th 2008 at 3:39 am EDT

You are leaving our poor, poor and the rich, rich, make your choice, its you who will suffer the caos we are in, what has Barack done to you? he will take care of your needs, McCain could careless, think about it!!

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 3:41 am EDT

Snore..............

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By TeresaZ who welcomes all HRC supporters with dap Jun 10th 2008 at 3:45 am EDT

I hope you will reconsider because I would certainly hate for you to have the blood of one more US soldier on your hands when McCain stays in Iraq indefinitely. Or the dispair of one woman who continues to earn less and can't make choices about her own body. Or the loss of hope of one child who can't afford college or receive affordable cancer treatment. See this election matters more than hurt feelings and a cult of personality for any candidate. HRC said as much. Did you listen to her? I did and she gained my respect even more than I felt before. This election matters. Don't blow it for all of us by continuing the Bush legacy. Your life, my life, all our lives will suffer. Thanks for listening. Hillary said it all. Listen. And if you're a Republican, how do you sleep at night? I am an peace loving feminist and Obama is the one for me.

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By ♦ Gigi Jun 10th 2008 at 3:57 am EDT

For every rock you smash upon us, there will be thousands who rise up.

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 4:01 am EDT

UNKNOWN,
Same question?
Link

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Eric L. Brown Jun 10th 2008 at 4:20 am EDT

Don't you mean, as a McCain supporter you would never vote for a Democrat in a million years? Stick around, Junior, we can go all night like this.

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Eric L. Brown Jun 10th 2008 at 4:20 am EDT

Don't you mean, as a McCain supporter you would never vote for a Democrat in a million years? Stick around, Junior, we can go all night like this.

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jun 10th 2008 at 10:09 am EDT

This is so sad......

This is what we call unity.

This is another reason why
he cannot put her on his
ticket.

If Obama picked Clinton as his running mate, would she help or hurt his chances in November?
Hurt 55%
Help 45%

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Briarios Jun 10th 2008 at 11:34 am EDT

Thats absolutely not true. This person is not a Hillary supporter. Don't be fooled.

Predicted $100 Million for Barack in June?! | Report to Admin

By Jade--Who Loves to Decorate Her Latte Cup With Flag Pins! Jun 10th 2008 at 3:33 am EDT

Have you all seen this?

Huffpost article:

Link

Re: Predicted $100 Million for Barack in June?! | Report to Admin

By NO DRAMA, JUST OBAMA on bainbridge island WA Jun 10th 2008 at 3:35 am EDT

He looks like a galaxy defender.

Re: Predicted $100 Million for Barack in June?! | Report to Admin

By The (Obama)LAW Jun 10th 2008 at 3:38 am EDT

Better believe it! YES WE CAN! Let's make this statement true:

Please help me with my birthday gift, which is election day. Please donate for every issue you agree with:

Please feel free to add more issues

Link

1) End the war in Iraq
2) End tax breaks for companies that send jobs overseas
3) Promote green technologies and fuel efficiency standards.
4) People run the campaign but not lobbyists & special interests
5) Universal Coverage for Health Care
6) Homeland security-No torture; no renditions; no operating out of fear
7) More Veteran benefits including healthcare, and education subsidies
8) Stopping Nuclear Terrorism
9) Stopping the Genocide in Darfur
10) Transparent Government
11) Increasing Federal College Loans, education reform, arts in education
12) Funding For The Arts

Re: Predicted $100 Million for Barack in June?! | Report to Admin

By Val in AZ 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:58 am EDT

I hadn't seen that one... Thanks for the link

Yes WE Can! | Report to Admin

By Evan Jun 10th 2008 at 3:36 am EDT

YES WE CAN!

YES WE CAN HEAL THIS NATION!

YES WE CAN REPAIR THIS WORLD!

YES WE CAN!

Re: Yes WE Can! | Report to Admin

By Snucky Jun 10th 2008 at 3:40 am EDT

YES WE CAN IN NOVEMBER! GO DEMS IN '08!

Re: Yes WE Can! | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 3:58 am EDT

We can if Obama keeps his promise to the American people and does not put corrupt men on his VP team like Jim Johnson-one of the world's biggest coporate crooks! Oh and not tomention he is part of that elite group from the secret society of the Bilderberg group that is full of corporate elitist that are a group that are part of the corporate military industrial complex that promote war for profit that think they can dictate the New World Order. In fact it has been reported that Hillary and Obama were there last Thursday night meeting with these people-not at Diane Feinstein's House.

Re: Yes WE Can! | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 3:58 am EDT

We can if Obama keeps his promise to the American people and does not put corrupt men on his VP team like Jim Johnson-one of the world's biggest coporate crooks! Oh and not tomention he is part of that elite group from the secret society of the Bilderberg group that is full of corporate elitist that are a group that are part of the corporate military industrial complex that promote war for profit that think they can dictate the New World Order. In fact it has been reported that Hillary and Obama were there last Thursday night meeting with these people-not at Diane Feinstein's House.

Re: Yes WE Can! | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 4:01 am EDT

Exactly! What are the two biggest businesses in the US, WAR and HEALTHCARE! McLame supports one, guess . . . ;)

Re: Yes WE Can! | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Jun 10th 2008 at 3:59 am EDT

We can if Obama keeps his promise to the American people and does not put corrupt men on his VP team like Jim Johnson-one of the world's biggest coporate crooks! Oh and not tomention he is part of that elite group from the secret society of the Bilderberg group that is full of corporate elitist that are a group that are part of the corporate military industrial complex that promote war for profit that think they can dictate the New World Order. In fact it has been reported that Hillary and Obama were there last Thursday night meeting with these people-not at Diane Feinstein's House.

facts NOT rumours please | Report to Admin

By Cynthia, overseas voter Jun 10th 2008 at 4:44 am EDT

Last week you were trying to push these rumours and were challenged to base them in fact.

You couldn´t so you resort to repeating over and over again the same rumour about Jim Johnson and the Bilderberg group.

Obama was meeting with Clinton at Feinstein´s house.

In addition, if you think that the U.S. president, or any country leader, for that matter, isn´t going to work closely with legitimate global business interests then you are naive.

That, however, does not mean that the political agenda needs to be dictated by such business and I trust that the Dems will know how to govern fairly, putting the interests of citizens back into focus, while keeping an eye on the benefits of a stable financial system, a reliable currency, and the creation of jobs.

If the Dems don´t protect the citizen interests, then it is our job to protest that. But not by innuendo.

Re: HILLARY'S SPEECH | Report to Admin

By Nanci A patriotic dissident Jun 10th 2008 at 3:45 am EDT

Have a nice day! :-) Anyone have a recipe for chocolate chip cookies?

Re: HILLARY'S SPEECH | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 3:53 am EDT

I Hate to say it, but the Tollhouse recipe on the back of the chocolate chips is always a winner....

Re: HILLARY'S SPEECH | Report to Admin

By Nanci A patriotic dissident Jun 10th 2008 at 4:20 am EDT

It is. It's my favorite. Maybe you have a recipe for troll house cookies then, or should I get out the RID instead! :-)

Re: HILLARY'S SPEECH | Report to Admin

By ♦ Gigi Jun 10th 2008 at 3:49 am EDT

Welcome to the blog! I can understand why you think Obama has "no experience." After all, that was a campaign slogan for the last year and a half from Sen. Clinton and Sen. McCain and a host of journalists repeating the charge.

Actually, check it out.

You can see that with his legislative experience - he has actually "stuck his neck out" on many occasions. (And there's a lot more than what I've posted here)

Obama Was A Key Player In Assembling And Passing The 2007 Ethics Reform Law, Which Curbed The Influence Of Lobbyists And Was Described As The "Most Sweeping Since Watergate." In the first week of the 110th Congress, Obama joined with Senator Feingold to introduce a "Gold Standard" ethics package.

And Transparency in Government Spending:
Obama Passed A Bill Creating A "Google-like" Database For The Public To Search Details About Federal Funding Awards. In 2006, Obama was an original cosponsor of a bill to create a "Google-like" database of information on federal spending.

And a lot of others;
Obama Passed Into Law Legislation Requiring Lobbyists To Disclose Their Bundling Activity, Making Him Unpopular Even Among Other Democrats.

Obama Passed Illinois Campaign Finance Reform, "Heralded As the Most Sweeping Good-Government Legislation in Decades."

Obama Passed Law Requiring Comprehensive Nuclear Threat Reduction Strategy To Secure Weapons And Usable Nuclear Material.

Obama Passed Legislation To Keep Weapons Of Mass Destruction Out Of The Hands Of Terrorists.

Obama Passed Bipartisan Legislation That Expanded Health Care Coverage To 154,000 Residents, Including 70,000 Children.

Obama Passed An Amendment, Which Became Law, Preventing The VA From Conducting A Review Of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Cases Aimed At Reducing Benefits.

Obama Passed Legislation, Which Became Law, Improving And Increasing Services For Homeless Veterans.

Link

Re: HILLARY'S SPEECH | Report to Admin

By Eric L. Brown Jun 10th 2008 at 4:06 am EDT

Wow. We love you too. :-)

Re: HILLARY'S SPEECH | Report to Admin

By Kristian "I Ain't Afraid of No GOPs" Idol Jun 10th 2008 at 6:23 am EDT

Ha ha. I actually Laughed Out Loud.

Here's the Republican mouthpiece: Link

(Warning, lotsa swearing!)

In Honor of this Occasion - MCLame! | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:40 am EDT

I know this link has been posted earlier, but in this case I believe it is necessary for reposting.

;)

Link

Re: In Honor of this Occasion - MCLame! | Report to Admin

By hope-n-truth Jun 10th 2008 at 3:43 am EDT

We need to convince the HRC supporters that the most important focus of this election is the SUPREME COURT. Very likely could see 3 or 4 new judges, this is life changing

Re: In Honor of this Occasion - MCLame! | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:45 am EDT

Absolutely, agreed!

Re: In Honor of this Occasion - MCLame! | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:50 am EDT

And, if we don't focus on the Supreme Court Justices, everything will change immediately and drastically. This truly is the core of our judicial system, if the case is accepted by the court. I don't think some people put a enough weight on this issue, just thinking some more . . .

Re: In Honor of this Occasion - MCLame! | Report to Admin

By Kathy Jun 10th 2008 at 7:38 am EDT

6 Supreme Court Justices will be over 70 during this election. It's a LIFETIME appointment. Chances are very good that there will MULTIPLE appointees over the next two terms. ELECTING BARACK OBAMA IS CRITICAL. This is the one issue that will bring the evangelicals to John McCain. They will hold their collective nose but they will vote for him because of the Supreme Court. Absolutely mission critical.

Re: In Honor of this Occasion - MCLame! | Report to Admin

By Ed Jun 10th 2008 at 3:44 am EDT

I love the video....

Re: In Honor of this Occasion - MCLame! | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 3:46 am EDT

Thanks, Susan! Way to go...

I actually hadn't seen that one yet.

LMAO

Re: In Honor of this Occasion - MCLame! | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:51 am EDT

Thought we need a laugh . . . ;)

Re: In Honor of this Occasion - MCLame! | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:54 am EDT

Thought we need a laugh . . . ;)

Re: Will Never Support Obama | Report to Admin

By ♦ Gigi Jun 10th 2008 at 3:53 am EDT

Nah, nah, nah. Obama's campaign never trashed HRC's camp.

Bring a civil discussion - and evidence. Otherwise, go to a closet and have a discussion with yourself.

Re: Will Never Support Obama | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 3:56 am EDT

This post sounds suspiciously like it's coming from a "Chaotic" place....

RID

Re: Will Never Support Obama | Report to Admin

By Jade--Who Loves to Decorate Her Latte Cup With Flag Pins! Jun 10th 2008 at 4:01 am EDT

Of course it is. I stopped reading after the first sentence before replying. Then, I went back and saw the disturbing statements that were made, and it was obvious that NO Hillary supporter would ever say such despicable things. Ever. Just another McTroll. An ignorant, terrible one at that. Sounds like he needs to go to church and pray for his filthy soul.

Re: Will Never Support Obama | Report to Admin

By Taliese Sweetie: a typical bitter elitist Republican who loves Obama & thinks WaSILLY Sarah Palin was an AIP Sessionist Plant Jun 10th 2008 at 3:58 am EDT

Well, um ... good luck with that.

tee hee

Re: Will Never Support Obama | Report to Admin

By Eric L. Brown Jun 10th 2008 at 4:16 am EDT

Ha Ha! What a fool! Seriously you McSame zombie, is this the best you have for us?

Re: Will Never Support Obama | Report to Admin

By Dominque from oakland,cali~who's waiting on change Jun 10th 2008 at 4:50 am EDT

so not true get over yourself only a few feel like you and you will not make a difference so poof!

Re: Will Never Support Obama | Report to Admin

By Coracii - Counting The Days Until January 20th, 2009 Jun 10th 2008 at 5:48 am EDT

Provide links from any reliable (or even reasonably reliable) media source to Obamas campaign (not just random people posting on a message board) trashing Clinton and then we'll talk.

FIRST TIME! | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 3:45 am EDT

I've been here for months, but was too intimidated by my new computer to make a page! I didn't KNOW it would be so easy but how can I learn when....

I have no donations! :(
Link

However, I want to thank my two friends for making me their friend! :)

Re: FIRST TIME! | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 3:49 am EDT

Welcome!

There's go to be a first time for everything, so let me be the first to say:

We're glad you're here..

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 3:54 am EDT

Hey thanks for the welcome Chickie!

I elaborated on my name! :) Alias: "Sherrie"
I'm just catching on to this donation thing though! But I think I will get the hang of it fast! lol Link

Re: FIRST TIME! | Report to Admin

By Shannon Jun 10th 2008 at 4:44 am EDT

Nice job! I've been on this site since January and still haven't figured out how to make a page. You've inspired me to try tomorrow :)

Re: FIRST TIME! | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:57 am EDT

Hey, ya do now! ;)

Re: FIRST TIME! | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 4:10 am EDT

WWWHHHAAA-HOOOO...Thank YOU SUE!!!!

I've got to go get milk for the morning...always forgetting something now that I always remember to keep on the look out for new registered voter's! :)

Be back, if you're still here. If not, sleep well!

Thank you again!

Re: FIRST TIME! | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 4:26 am EDT

I always forget the milk, and it seems like it was always at this time too, lol! You are so welcome, happy to help! Good luck!

John W. Bush McCain | Report to Admin

By Franklin A. T. Jun 10th 2008 at 3:47 am EDT

From now on people, when ever you want to refer to McCain, please make sure you use 'John W. Bush McCain.'

Ex: We cannot support John W. Bush McCain because he is advocating the failed policies of Dick Cheney.

Ex: John W. Bush McCain refuses to support a recent G.I. bill in congress, citing "it gives too much benefits to our veterans."

Ex: America cannot entrust a currently unstable U.S. economy to John W. Bush McCain who is on record saying, he does not understand the economy.

Please, spread the word about John W. Bush McCain.

America cannot afford John W. Bush McCain--not in treasure and definitely not in blood.

Obama has changed my life | Report to Admin

By Ed Jun 10th 2008 at 3:50 am EDT

This is been remarkable he is so sincere, humble and is VERY different from many other politicians... I do believe he will bring change to America but what really impresses me is that he makes me think differently about being compassionate and rising above criticism. I live day by day now to try to make sure people around me are happy. I don't want to be anyone's enemy.. i feel like everyday in my life is an oppertunity to help people and do good.. thanks obama for changing my life forever

Re: Obama has changed my life | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 3:56 am EDT

Thanks Ed for conveying that, it's so nice BO has reached you. Glad you feel great!

Re: Obama has changed my life | Report to Admin

By Murry Jun 10th 2008 at 4:17 am EDT

I agree, Ed. Obama inspires me to be a better person. He is leading by example.

Re: Obama has changed my life | Report to Admin

By Franklin A. T. Jun 10th 2008 at 4:26 am EDT

Please be sure to register to vote and also, lead friends and family members to do the same.

Thanks,

Franklin

i'm ready! | Report to Admin

By jenny "hussein" jay, elitist extraordinaire Jun 10th 2008 at 3:52 am EDT

i'm ready to work for Barack. Let's do it!

Re: i'm ready! | Report to Admin

By Franklin A. T. Jun 10th 2008 at 4:27 am EDT

I am ready too!

Lets GOTV | Report to Admin

By Kimble Jun 10th 2008 at 4:04 am EDT

Lets help Barack as much as we can. I will be hosting my family reunion this year in Houston. I decided I would print all states of voter registrations and the deadlines. Approx 200 will be attending. I will mail them myself at the end of the day. We all know someone with these reunions and if we all did this. Look at the impact. Wont cost me much money. I think it would work lets get this pary started......

Re: Lets GOTV | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 4:14 am EDT

Teresa, question, where did you get the voter registration info to print? Sounds like a great idea!

Re: Lets GOTV | Report to Admin

By Kimble Jun 10th 2008 at 4:31 am EDT

I just went to the Secretary of State for each state of the people that I knew were attending. Also you can yahoo or google "State voter registration deadlines" Its all there for each state Good Luck lets make it happen Obama '08

GOTV | Report to Admin

By Kimble Jun 10th 2008 at 4:07 am EDT

ooops party started

Re: GOTV | Report to Admin

By Aleksi Jun 10th 2008 at 4:10 am EDT

I was thinking that to....

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Nanci A patriotic dissident Jun 10th 2008 at 4:18 am EDT (Updated Jun 10th 2008 at 12:17 pm EDT)

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

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Eric L. Brown Jun 10th 2008 at 4:22 am EDT

Blah...Blah..Blah...whatever.. .

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Doraine Jun 10th 2008 at 4:33 am EDT

Doesn't sound educated to me, sounds like someone who doesn't care about the future of our daughters and taking the country backward...sounds like hate...do your thing and move over to McCain's site...hate gets you no where...you might consider taking a couple hundred critical reasoning courses

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By D4Obama... Jun 10th 2008 at 4:57 am EDT

Go away unknown user.People like you always vote against their own enterest.No one here is falling for that fake Hillary supporter dribble drabble...Youv'e come to the wrong place,say hi to Rush and the rest of the Gang...

OMG.... | Report to Admin

By Aleksi Jun 10th 2008 at 4:10 am EDT

So there you go, many of thows are going to vote for McCain... welll welll well

where do we go from here!!! hmmmm....

The Trickle Leading to the Flood? | Report to Admin

By Ryan Kauffman in Portland Jun 10th 2008 at 4:10 am EDT

Huffington Post's Report of the New Poll Numbers. Obama is doing much better than expected among democrats and women. We still have A LOT of work to do but this is good news!

Link

50 states!

Re: The Trickle Leading to the Flood? | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 4:18 am EDT

Thanks for the link! The more BO speaks of the economy, the higher it's going to go! ;)

Re: The Trickle Leading to the Flood? | Report to Admin

By Murry Jun 10th 2008 at 4:19 am EDT

I noticed that too. The electoral college estimates are also good according to RCP, Rasmussen and FiveThirtyEight.

YOU MUST SEE! PLEASE- PLEASE | Report to Admin

By Doreen D IOWA Jun 10th 2008 at 4:10 am EDT

I need you to check out this little man with the
basketball who wants you to help him!!

Link

Re: YOU MUST SEE! PLEASE- PLEASE | Report to Admin

By OhSusannaforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 4:23 am EDT

Yes I did! Donated too! He is soooo cute! ;)

Re: YOU MUST SEE! PLEASE- PLEASE | Report to Admin

By Doreen D IOWA Jun 10th 2008 at 4:52 am EDT

Thank you dear!!

MASSIVE STEALTH FOR QUANTUM KNOCKOUT | Report to Admin

By THUNDERBOLT */*V** Jun 10th 2008 at 4:18 am EDT

Goodmorning {O} Family (New & Old):

The neco-con attack machine is already in heavyduty attack mode, let's pounce them with brillliant strategic moves into a nowayout position-shatter them to pieces.

Here's what we're up against: Link

On this site was an unsettling poster on Obamanation, art by David Dees, Link A picture speaks a thousand words, we need to counteract swiftly targeting McCain with factual and precise info.

The following are random samples from where the attacks may possibly come:
1) Christians fall for Campaign Rhetoric Link

2)Marxism & Corporate Fascism: Link.

3)(Possible 527 television ad) NPC: Obama Will Be Exposed June 18, 2008 If Not Sooner
Link
Granted, some of it may be offensive, but the ordinary citizens need to be properly informed in order to dispel & eradicate those nasty rumours concerning Barack Obama!!!

4) Who "sent" Obama, Link

5)Obama Nailed for AIPAC Hypocrisy, Link

6)Interesting article!?! Laura Bush Praises Clinton Offers Advice to Michelle Obama
Link

If links do not work (articles 1 -5) can be viewed at this website: Link
under their respective headlines. And lastly, no.6 can be viewed at webiste:http://www.sott.net

We're confronted with a formidable opposition, thus our apt ResponseAbility should be MEGA-FORMIDABLE, anywhere, anytime, anyplace with Eyes Wide Open Everywhere.

We set the tone, let's demonstrate that we are the NEW Masters and through combined staunch efforts, we not only will & shall prevail but eminently c r u s h the neocon agenda and its disastrous policies to its impending doom.

As Bob Marley once sang 'Lively Up Yourselves, Get Up - Stand Up For Your Rights, Don't Give Up The Fight'. With enheightened and energized mental/emotional acuity, let's be militant in our stance that we are the new wind blowing in the air. A captivating fragrant aroma that entices people to opt for viable changes to enduring peace, prosperity and progress.
Onward and upward into the 21st Century as enlightened human beings creating the Golden Age for all sentient life on Planet Earth!!! Once our planetary home is in order and flourishing magnficently, who knows what glorious stellar adventures await the human race when we reach out to 'others' like/unlike ourselves.

*P)ositive*E)nergy*A)lways*C)r eates*E)levation

Re: MASSIVE STEALTH FOR QUANTUM KNOCKOUT | Report to Admin

By Ryan Kauffman in Portland Jun 10th 2008 at 4:33 am EDT

dude, ive gotta say that unless id just got done smokin i wouldnt trust anything that website had to say. "Supernatural Secrets" and "True Paranormal Intense Experience" just dont cause me to believe anything these guys have to say.

that purple color that makes obama look like hes in the middle of a giant coke party was funny tho. let me look again... yeah. damn funny.

McShame...electable? | Report to Admin

By Jade--Who Loves to Decorate Her Latte Cup With Flag Pins! Jun 10th 2008 at 4:27 am EDT

A McShame You Tube for those who haven't seen it:

Link

Signing off here fr the night. Have fun with the McTrolls and try to do better than I did by actually ignoring them instead of engaging the twisted critters.

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By V-Day Jun 10th 2008 at 4:29 am EDT

nite nite. ;)

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 4:30 am EDT

G'Night Jill!
Sleep tight!
Don't let the McSame trolls bite!

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By Val in AZ 4 Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 4:39 am EDT

I love that video. I need to say goodnight too.. It's getting late here and I'm having a real difficult time here refreshing the pages,taking forever.. not sure if it is the site or my computer that's the problem. It was nice spending some time with all of you... catch yas again tomorrow. Nite All

Re: McShame...electable? | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 5:13 am EDT

Me too...

Nice talking to you guys tonight.

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 4:37 am EDT

Good for you.

Now that we've all established that you have the right to vote for whomever you choose, will you go to McCain's website and spread some of this joy around there?

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By Kathy Jun 10th 2008 at 7:30 am EDT

First & last reply to you. I supported Hillary until last Wednesday when we finally had a rightful nominee. I love Hillary. Was/am proud to support her. But Obama won. We need a Democratic administration to turn this country around. It was be helpful for you to re-read Hillary's speech in its entirety. Then read it AGAIN. If Hillary, who fought long and hard over 17 exhausting months, can forcefully & graciously support Barack Obama, with all due respect, who are YOU to undermine her?

Hillary's speech: Link

As Hillary has said before, the differences between herself and Barack Obama are minimal compared to the vast gulf between the Democrats and John McCain. She showed class. And we all know she's a fighter. As a former Hillary supporter I know we can't afford to win the battle to lose the war.

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By Nanci A patriotic dissident Jun 10th 2008 at 4:37 am EDT

RID

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Scott from Australia Jun 10th 2008 at 4:57 am EDT

My friend, Thanks for gettin down with Obama!

Re: Never Obama | Report to Admin

By Dominque from oakland,cali~who's waiting on change Jun 10th 2008 at 5:05 am EDT

ha ha ha ha aha ha aha aha aha aha aha aha aha! you are too funny you mcsame lame! you are not a hill supporter i know you repooplicans are mad and scared that the old flimsy boned mccain is not up to the job and b.o is gonna cream him in the worst way! get a life you loser you make no difference what so ever for every one of you we have 10 new real hill supporter s! you are a fraud put up a pic show your face and that will tell it all! (lol) haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa (chris matthews voice) lol

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By Carolyn, 7th Generation Nation Jun 10th 2008 at 9:55 am EDT

Unknown User is a McCain supporter not Hillary person.

There are a lot of imposters here to create divisions between Obama and Hillary supporters.

Let's call them out or ignore them.

We welcome Hillary supporters, we are one family here.

My introduction to barackobama.com | Report to Admin

By Indy from Muskegon, MI Jun 10th 2008 at 4:36 am EDT

I'm an independant and proud of it. I've voted for both republican and democratic presidents. I'm really struggling this year. I need some info on why I should vote for obama.

Re: My introduction to barackobama.com | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 4:38 am EDT

Welcome to the Obama blog!!

If you don't mind, give us a few issues that are most important to you (war in Iraq, economy, education, rural development, etc) and we'll pull up some information! You can also take a look for yourself here: Link

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By Indy from Muskegon, MI Jun 10th 2008 at 4:44 am EDT

All of the above issues stated are concerns of mine, however I'm all about fiscal responsibility also. I am inclined to make decisions on ideas because I don't know obama or mccain. I make 50,000 a year, and I'm would think that neither could understand what it is to be me. I must admit I have voted republican in the past as well as democratic. I have democratic views as well as republican. Mccain isn't the traditional republican and Obama isn't the traditional democrat. I just don't know this year.

Re: My introduction to barackobama.com | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 4:54 am EDT

Thanks for replying :)

Here is some information on his plans for fiscal responsibility:
Link

One of my favorite policies that Barack plans to set forth is the virtual end to the no-bid contract. Companies seeking military, construction, etc,jobs within the federal government will now have to compete for them. In otherwords, Halliburton-like disasters will cease.

I also appreciate the fact that he will reverse the Bush tax cuts for the wealthy. He won't just say no, he'll reverse them; he will offer tax breaks and rebates to the lower- and middle-class.

Most of all, I'm looking forward to Barack's plans for the war in Iraq, which also tie in with fiscal responsibility. We will no longer fight a war that has absolutely nothing to do with what we should have been fighting for: justice for the victims of 9/11 and security for the American people. This, of course, will too slow down our national debt and help us to recover.

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By Indy from Muskegon, MI Jun 10th 2008 at 5:05 am EDT

I believe this should be a democratic year. However, I think obama should cut back a bit on all of the big money expenditures he's proposing. I do believe the repubs are on the wrong side of most issues this year. I do think the general opinion in regards to us drilling for oil is changing, even with some dems. I have learned from many news outlets that he has questionable acquaintences. I think he will have to address some of these issues again and maybe again. I do know that Mccain and pretty much all politicians have questionable acquaintences. However obama is the new guy, and many people see him as radical, sharing views of them pastors etc. If obama is to win, how do you suppose he should tackle these obstacles. If he agrees to the town hall meetings, he will definately get questions in regards to this.

Re: My introduction to barackobama.com | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 5:04 am EDT

You're right, Obama isn't a typcal/traditional politician.

McCain (in 2000) was an atypical Republican, but has recently moved way closer to the Rep. base/Bush agenda.

Link

Obama, on the other hand, has an entirely fresh take on politics, in general.

Link

Hope those help...

Independent | Report to Admin

By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 4:54 am EDT

An excellent place to start would obviously be the Blueprint for Change, which details Obama's policy positions and proposals.

Link

Let me also provide a short but succinct list of some of my top reasons for supporting Barack Obama.

1) Obama was opposed to the ill-advised invasion of Iraq from the start. His observations in 2002 were particularly prescient given the last 5 years of turmoil there.

2) He believes in--and will put into practice--much greater government transparency, such that the government and its finances are both more accountable and responsive to the people. He has already sponsored legislation to this effect, and his campaign operates under a similar paradigm of empowering citizens while not being beholden to Washington lobbyist or PAC money.

3) He believes in middle class tax relief instead of the kind of corporate welfare and tax loopholes for the very wealthiest benefactors of society. Add to this his vision of affordable health care, education tax credits, and job creation through investment in alternative energy solutions, and you have a candidate who's going to go to work for the average American, not for Halliburton and Blackwater.

I could go on, but again, the Blueprint for Change is where you want to start.

Link

Hope that helps. Independents are always welcome here.

Re: My introduction to barackobama.com | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 4:55 am EDT

Welcome!

This website has every piece of information you need to make that decision.

We're glad you're here!

Check out all of the lnks listed under the "issues" tab above...

Let us know what else you'd like to discuss.

Re: My introduction to barackobama.com | Report to Admin

By Franklin A. T. Jun 10th 2008 at 5:00 am EDT

If someone give you money, most of the time they want something in return.

Fact:

Obama's campaign is funded by people like me--regular citizens, not lobbyists.
John W. Bush McCain's campaign is run by lobbyists.

When I asked people to inform me about the issues, instead for me finding out myself, I made a bad choice and voted for Bush. McCain is running for a third Bush term.

Please click the issues section on top of the page to get more info.

Re: My introduction to barackobama.com | Report to Admin

By Franklin A. T. Jun 10th 2008 at 5:09 am EDT

please forgive my horrible use of the English language in my previous post. It should have read:

If someone gives you money, most of the time, s/he wants something in return.

Thank goodness this is not a course in technical writing. :)

Re: My introduction to barackobama.com | Report to Admin

By RichieRich Jun 10th 2008 at 5:08 am EDT

Dear Indy,

Let me start off by welcoming you and let me say that I’m glad you have joint our community (or thinking about joining). We can use all the help we can get and every vote we can get.

Why you should support Barack? Well there are many reasons, let’s start off with his character.

Character
Barack is a true family and a great example of a hardworking husband and devoted father who works with his wife as team. He is devoted father of 2 beautiful girls and even do they don’t get to see him much these days, they know what their father is doing is for the future of the US.

He has shown great character not only throws the republicans, but also throws his fellow democrat.

Policies –Economics
We cannot afford another 4 more year of GWB. McCain doesn’t have an economic plan he has stated that much many times. He is not a facial conservative in contrary; he is a big spender and helper of lobbyist. But what Barack proposes is a real economic plan not just for the next 4 to 8 years. But also for the people that have problems now. A stimulus package for the people who are suffering from the four dollar gas prices. A tax cut and a plan that is paid for. You can see the whole clip. I will post it in my second message

Policies -War

This is very important subject why I support Barack. He wants to end the war in Iraq and make sure that you and your children, uncles, aunts etc. don’t pay the price for a 12 billion war a year, that has cost so many lives. In a war without a end. McCain want to stay there for a hundred years WOW.

Policies –Healthcare

The republicans have done everything in their power to make sure that they don’t help the old and the sick. Barack wants to implement a plan that not only makes it possible to give health care to does who truly need it, but to make sure that the cost don’t skyrocket.

Policies –Infrastructure

One of does subjects that many politicians don’t speak about. Roads en brigades need reconstructing. If we don’t want bridged to collapse and to make sure road don’t have holes in them when you drive, one needs to start maintaining them. And that is one

Re: My introduction to barackobama.com | Report to Admin

By RichieRich Jun 10th 2008 at 5:15 am EDT

His economic plan (Clip):

Link

Just watch it and tell us what you think

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By Indy from Muskegon, MI Jun 10th 2008 at 5:35 am EDT

I really appreciate the time you have spent in response to some of my questions. I could and will read up on his policies myself, however, I like hearing it from his supporters. I will compare and contrast his written policies with the views and responses of his supporters. This is how I tend to inform myself. but again thanks for your response.

GOP CARTOON MUST SEE | Report to Admin

By Australian Helen Jun 10th 2008 at 4:38 am EDT

Link

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By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 5:09 am EDT

Funny link. Both sad and true, isn't it?

And you know what? Not this time.

The southern strategy of divisiveness and race-baiting can be a thing of the past (at least in terms of its effectiveness) if we're vigilant, responsive, and relentless in our refusal to let ignorance win the day.

Not this time.

I'm sure you've all the opportunity to read this already, but..... | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 4:44 am EDT

John McCain's First Wife and a story any woman can relate to

Link

Man, the news about McCain just keeps getting better, doesn't it?

Yikes.

Re: I'm sure you've all the opportunity to read this already, but..... | Report to Admin

By Franklin A. T. Jun 10th 2008 at 5:16 am EDT

Jen,

Please stay away from tabloid stories--not our kind of campaign!

ROLL CALL: how will your state vote? | Report to Admin

By Henni Jun 10th 2008 at 4:44 am EDT

Obama has extended his Electoral Vote lead over McCain to almost 70.
Barack Obama - 303
John McCain – 235
How do you think your state is going to vote?

States that will go for Barack

Current poll:
State #EV Barack Obama John McCain
New York……..… (31) 48 38
Massachusetts.. (12) 46 41
Washington……. (11) 52 36
Missouri.........(11) 43 42
Minnesota……... (10) 47 42
Connecticut……. (07) 47 44

Add: CALIFORNIA + DELAWARE: 60-40 + HAWAII + ILLINOIS: 90-10 + MAINE + MARYLAND + OREGON + VERMONT + WISCONSIN + NEW JERSEY

What about

ARKANSAS

IOWA: Barack!!! McBush came in FOURTH.

KANSAS: For Obama. I have never seen Kansans as excited about an election.

OHIO: 6/3/08 polls shows Obama ahead of McCain

OKLAHOMA: I look for Oklahoma to go for Obama.

PENNSYLVANIA: Will go Blue by 7% margin.

SOUTH CAROLINA: Might go for Obama

VIRGINIA: will go Democratic for the first time since Johnson in 1964 - and we are going to elect our second Dem. senator, too!

States we have to work on

COLORADO: 1)too close for comfort. 2)We can do this!! Many conservatives like him... 3)No doubt the Springs will go McCain, but Colorado as a whole will go for Obama!!! 4)people are more than ready for change!!

GEORGIA
Might go for Obama by 1-2 percent. AA will turn out. Barr will take away McCain votes.

INDIANA 1)I really think Indiana could go blue for the first time in my memory or 2) I'd say a strong Maybe.

NEVADA: There is quite an effort for Obama and a good possibility for a November win.

NORTH CAROLINA: Reagan democrats. Not easy. If he takes us it will be very close. Never underestimate the power of the pulpit in the south.

TEXAS
1)It will be a tough battle. But I DO believe Obama can win senate district 5. 2)Hispanics aren’t going for McCain, we just need to call and remind them to vote!

WEST VIRGINIA current poll Barack 37, Mc Cain 45

States not likely to go for Barack

ALABAMA: 1)Isn't considered likely but some of us think we can pull it off. 2)We need to get the AA vote, (Huffington predicts 30/40% evangelical vote for Barack)

ARIZONA: Will go for McCain but im not giving up on my state. AZ for Obama!

IDAHO:should vote for Barr over McCain

MONTANA:Maybe. Ron Paul received 25% of vote

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By Indy from Muskegon, MI Jun 10th 2008 at 4:51 am EDT

Polls can be fun to play with, but nothing can be taken for granted. November will be the only thing that counts. Americans like to prove people wrong. If you say up, they say down, if you go left, they go right. I believe if people from a certain state thinks that obama has it in the bag, they will try and prove him wrong. This is just my opinion.

Re: ROLL CALL: how will your state vote? | Report to Admin

By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 5:01 am EDT

There are some good observations there. Some analysts look at the results of the primaries between HRC and Obama as evidence of that--especially in a state like New Hampshire, for example, where many have suggested the citizens of NH did not like the idea of having a foreordained candidate.

As all of us work hard to get Obama elected, we will not be resting on our laurels or becoming complacent because of the shiniest new poll. The Obama team is smarter than that, too. We know it won't be easy, but we are certainly going to relish this opportunity to support an outstanding candidate all the way to the White House.

Re: ROLL CALL: how will your state vote? | Report to Admin

By Chickie Jun 10th 2008 at 5:08 am EDT

Washington will almost definitely go to Obama. It is a very progressive, democratic state.

I don't know about these polls, because who can say what impact the polls of today will have in November, but WA is almost a sure thing.

Re: ROLL CALL: how will your state vote? | Report to Admin

By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 5:17 am EDT

I tend to agree. Washington has a very progressive, democratic core of city dwellers, but out in the eastern portions of the state it is different.

What has me fired up no matter what is the 50-state strategy that effectively seeks to leave no stone unturned, no voter unregistered, no neighborhood uncanvassed. Barack just needs to keep getting out there and connecting with all different types of voters (which he's doing) which will be easier now that he's the nominee and gets more of the stage to himself. And the Clintons will be actively working and campaigning for him as well in areas where was he was challenged during the primary. It's going to be a exciting summer about making sure Barack is visible and known to everyone for who he truly is.

Fired up!

MCSAME TROLLS! | Report to Admin

By Dominque from oakland,cali~who's waiting on change Jun 10th 2008 at 4:48 am EDT

the mcsamies are comming to our site posting negative things about hillary when we are trying to unite the party! i say every time we see something negative about hillary on this site from now on we report it right away and declare it a troll because real b.o supporters would not and should not do that because post's from this site (negative ones!) are making the news ,not a good look folks!

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By Nanci A patriotic dissident Jun 10th 2008 at 5:09 am EDT

I appreciate the sentiment and there are certainly McCain trolls out there seeking to be divisive.

However, I do think that unity does not mean uniformity. Many of Obama's supporters do have reflective things to say that can be expressed without calling names or without being disagreable.

I agree in the spirit of wanting to help HRC supporters feel welcome that maybe one creative approach would be suggest alternatives to HRC and why they would make a good VP without mentioning her name. I dunno. I just hate to call people trolls unless they really are really behaving badly like unkown above is.

However, I think it's not right to label long-term supporters as trolls and report them simply because they might say something critical about HRC. It might not be wise of them to do so and to be honest, I don't even see the point to do so right now until she does something to be critical of.

Personally, I really would like to focus more on McCain and the GE since it started and I think the discussion has been naturally evolving in that direction without excessive blog policing. Most people are already moving in that direction. It has been a hard fought campaign and it takes a little time to shift mental and emotional gears and I think we need to cut our own supporters that have blogged here over the past few months a little slack as well.

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By Dominque from oakland,cali~who's waiting on change Jun 10th 2008 at 5:26 am EDT

i understand, but some of the stuff said a bout her sometimes is very offensive and not helpful i agree we can have an intelligent convo about her negatives without calling her the b word or wishing her bad luck ive' seen those kind of post's and those are the kind im refering to... thanks nanci, i appreciate the intelligent response

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By Nanci A patriotic dissident Jun 10th 2008 at 5:41 am EDT

Thanks Dominique for your response as well. I agree that we should never call her the b word and never ever should have called her that anyway, anywhere. It's so not helpful.

And yes, I think it's wrong to wish her bad luck.

I think people are getting a lot better, but you're right about not calling her names or being offensive---it's so polarizing. It isn't constructive.

Your naming of what you find isn't constructive here I think is helpful for people. I think some people genuinely don't know what kind of dialogue does cross the line and what kind of dialogue is appropriate in a forum like this.

And I think in that case we need to think the same way about McCain....not call him or his wife names, but to engage in constructive dialogue on the issues. I, personally find a lot of the agist comments very offensive and unecessary. I think his age is an issue, but I've seen people calling him Alzheimers which is very unkind and unconstructive. There are ways to talk about his age and his health without calling him an old geezer or worse! :-)

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By Dominque from oakland,cali~who's waiting on change Jun 10th 2008 at 5:44 am EDT

lol.....you rock nanci

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By Dominque from oakland,cali~who's waiting on change Jun 10th 2008 at 5:50 am EDT

i have to confess, i have to restrain myself from calling him those names because he's the real enemy, today i posted a comment that said mccain looks like he's melting right along with the polar ice caps and i thought it was real funny but as the day went on i wanted to delete it but i couldint! (lol)

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By Nanci A patriotic dissident Jun 10th 2008 at 5:55 am EDT

You rock too, Dominique!

I have to bite my tongue, or rather my fingers, from typing such sentiments! They spring way too easily to mind! (LOL!) I don't blame you for writing what you wrote earlier. It's way too tempting. But, I'm trying to keep them in my mind or speak them privately to friends and not say them here.

I'd love for us to win as many republicans over as possible as well!

He is 'the enemy' as it were, but I think the us versus them mentality doesn't help us win. Not sure how to avoid it when the Republicans are calling us all kinds of names, but I'm hoping to think of some constructive ways to avoid the polarization that comes with name calling.

I think one way is to respond to challenges, not react (not sure about exactly how to do that, but we've had a lot of practice during the primaries with trying to do it!) and focus on issues rather than personalities.

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By Scott from Australia Jun 10th 2008 at 5:02 am EDT

Anyone got a tissue? I think there are going to be tears soon...

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By Nanci A patriotic dissident Jun 10th 2008 at 5:30 am EDT

Hiya Scott! I'm on this blog instead of writing a chapter for a book.

I've gotta get off soon, but thought I would say hello.

Sadly, I'm finding these comments by unknown way too entertaining. I've gotta let go though. :-)
I do have a life!

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By Scott from Australia Jun 10th 2008 at 6:20 am EDT

Hey Nanci,

Yes after all this time this sort of stuff has simply become a grain of salt. And yes it is much easier having a laugh at them nowadays and taking the piss. It's like 'we're sooooo scared' lol. Take care gotcha message, been too busy to reply. You must be busier though! Bye.

HILLARY AS VP- NOT!! | Report to Admin

By Doreen D IOWA Jun 10th 2008 at 4:56 am EDT

You guys my theory is sorta rough, I think they would hurt OBAMA somehow physically!!!

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By Indy from Muskegon, MI Jun 10th 2008 at 5:11 am EDT

There are many people that would want to hurt GWB physically. Our secret service of today is superb. If obama isn't worried, I don't think you should. Be optimistic. Times have changed, but there are still loonies out there. I would hate to see something happen to anyone, repub. or dem.

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By Dominque from oakland,cali~who's waiting on change Jun 10th 2008 at 5:18 am EDT

keep these thoughts in your head please! this is not doing us any good, this kind of talk is so not cool while ex hillary supporters are comming here to donate and blog stop it please!

Re: HILLARY AS VP- NOT!! | Report to Admin

By Doreen D IOWA Jun 10th 2008 at 5:24 am EDT

Dominique, you are correct sorry!!!

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By Dominque from oakland,cali~who's waiting on change Jun 10th 2008 at 5:41 am EDT

i can understand because pssssst !(lol) some things we should keep in our heads concerning her because the news is reporting every post on here that they find offensive about her in order to help the repubs

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 5:06 am EDT

Hey wassup guys whats the haps on tha craps?

Biden for VP | Report to Admin

By Scotch Jun 10th 2008 at 5:21 am EDT

The Dems already have an undisputable advantage over the economy, McCain and the Republicans will try to frame the debate more about patriotism and national security. Barack needs someone who has credentials in national security, who though being in Washington for a while doesn't override the change message.

Biden has strong national security credentials, would certainly draw the elderly who are worried about rapid change and nullify and national security critics. Also when it comes to wit none of the other people being touted possess it such abundance.

It is unlikely that Biden will himself seek to be president after Barack, this will allow someone like Kathleen Sebelius to be groomed to take over afterwards.

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By Indy from Muskegon, MI Jun 10th 2008 at 5:21 am EDT

seven, eleven.

POSSIBLE RETHINK STRATEGY FOR McCAIN | Report to Admin

By THUNDERBOLT */*V** Jun 10th 2008 at 5:15 am EDT

A MUST READ!!!!! Link

On this featured article a Republican strategist offers McCain advise to rethink his strategy.
So, let's remain astutely aware of their moves and nullfiy any attempt where they copy and/or insinuate themselves into the Obama Strategy & overall blueprint for Change.

Also, there was a nice ad on Polictico's website of the Democratic Party 'why one should not vote for McCain'. Bravo Dems!

*P)ositive*E)nergy*A)lways*C)r eates*E)levation

Mccain and the 'supposed frustrated' Dems' | Report to Admin

By Sherif BP. Jun 10th 2008 at 5:22 am EDT

I don't even remember since when they did tell us what everyone knows now taht Sr. McCain has a problem with 'the Republican base'.

Well it might be without due reflection, but I can't even imagine that there is one Dem' there (be it Hillary-'mujahid', with all respect)who can be labelled as someone to whom McCain can talk to?

"Running and scratching the soles of your feet cannot be done simultaneously" So...
Yeep!

lol! | Report to Admin

By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 5:28 am EDT

Did u guys hear that E.D. Hill of Fixed Noise compared Barack's and Michelle's fist bump to a terrorist gesture of some sort?

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 5:28 am EDT

Oh, whatever do you mean? LOL

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 5:35 am EDT

Yeah I saw it on Dan Abrams tonite. Are there any lines Fixed Noise wont cross?

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By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 5:37 am EDT

This gave me a good laugh earlier today.

Link

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 5:41 am EDT

LQTM that is pretty funny. Thnx for the link. :^)

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By DianaL Jun 10th 2008 at 5:54 am EDT

Yes, I too loved the link, whew!!!! I don't even watch the news anymore, I just read the comments to get my news, I wasn't shocked to read that now its something about Michelle and Barack using the "pound". Oh well.... if the media has slithered this LOW, I don't think I want to hear what they have up their sleeves next.

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By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 6:05 am EDT

When dealing with angry kids, sometimes you have to "kill 'em with kindness," as the saying goes. When dealing with stupid media pundits and ignorant Republicans, it's often best to kill 'em with comedy.

Satire is one of the best antidotes to bloviating fools, of which there is no lack on Fixed Noise.

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By Please delete my profile... Jun 10th 2008 at 5:42 am EDT

Tthat is sooooooooo stupid! Black people in this country have been doing that since the 70's! and it caught on in Africa and here in France, all over! Like our music and clothes style and basketball playing style and many other culturally black American things!

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By Please delete my profile... Jun 10th 2008 at 5:44 am EDT

It's called the POUND or DAP!

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 5:46 am EDT

I know but not everybody knows that. Believe me, I'm not that white.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 5:52 am EDT

lol ;)

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 5:55 am EDT

Red Wings Rule! I wish i could give you a Dap.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 6:09 am EDT

It's pound back in Detroit :D
(just moved from there last week)

Red Wings Rule!!!!!!!!

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 6:14 am EDT

Im gunna start callin it the KK: Knuckle Knock!

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 6:17 am EDT

Seems like every urban metro has their own name haha.

btw, check your friend requests :D

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 6:22 am EDT

Aight, I got u!

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 6:31 am EDT

TY! ;)

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 6:41 am EDT

Careful Lace... We're gonna find your "TY" post on Fixiated News meaning more than a Thank You! :)

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 6:45 am EDT

I wouldn't be surprised in the least!

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By Indy from Muskegon, MI Jun 10th 2008 at 5:42 am EDT

I believe she raised the question as to if it is a "terrorist fist bump". You can watch the video of it on the Huff post. I thought it was dispicable. I played basketball, football, track. I had teamates that were white and black. We all gave each other "the pound" as we called it. For her to raise the question as to maybe obama is a terrorist is crazy. Fox news should have E.D. Hill retract that insinuation. If they want to be fair and balanced.

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 5:45 am EDT

They should change their slogan to "Biased and Full of Sh&*!

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 6:09 am EDT

*I second that*

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By DianaL Jun 10th 2008 at 5:32 am EDT

I was sent this snippet via my email, ( Link ) and after Reading the story regarding Senator McCain, my mind and thoughts began to wonder about what has really happened to OUR society? How did it come to this point where NO ONE honors their COVENANT with the Almighty GOD himself. Now don't get me wrong, I'm a divorced MOM of four, living on Social Security and barely making ends meet. I still have 2 children to get to adulthood, with my oldest two children, one married and graduated Michigan State U and another one in community college and working. My ex divorced me, I guess he couldn't live with the guilt of what he had done, but I'm not bitter, it motivated me that much more.

I say all of this because, since when was it alright to not keep your word with God. How can a person stand their and open up their mouth and swear to keep their word with the American People? Have they really come to the conclusion that we're ALL just brain dead and can't think for ourselves anymore? For years I've said that Bush governed this country with propaganda and lo' and behold, here comes Scott McClellan.

Now getting back to the true point in what I wanted to express, after reading that article, IF you can't, let me rephrase that, IF YOU CAN'T, keep your word (covenant) with God, how can we respect and believe you when you say, all that you plan on doing for this government? For the People?, following the constitution of the founding fathers of this country, and not constantly trying to manipulate and change it, for your OWN agenda. If Senator McCain, could not in good faith keep his Covenant with God, come on people how in the world could he stand their and tell us with his double sworded tongue how he will lead this country.

Sticking with OBAMA, and taking our country back.

Hillary Supporter's Here's Repub's Mentality! | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 5:42 am EDT

Hillary Supporter's,

I've heard alot of Repub's talk with this mentality while out and about but was amazed they actually post it!!! I hijacked one of the McCain posters to confirm their thinking(sure didn't have to look far!)...

Posted at 8:32PM on 6/6/08 on McCain's website:

I just wanted to let you know what a great job I think this campaign is doing. By turning the Clinton supporters against Obama, you not only beat Obama, you rid us of Clinton politics forever. Brilliant! Everyone knows that if Obama loses, Clinton will be blamed for dividing the dems beyond repair and her polictical career will be OVER. Keep it up, cuz if he wins, she will end up getting most of the credit and we will be stuck with both of them for at least 8 more years. You can do this Senator McCain, We know you Can!

I find their way of thinking evil, shocking and horrendous to say the least!

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By Nanci A patriotic dissident Jun 10th 2008 at 5:50 am EDT

It is very sad. The thing is they don't have any constructive ideas that they are for and they don't have an inspiring candidate that they can be positive about, so all they have left is to be negative and destructive.

So very sad that they're so very bankrupt, intellectually and morally!

This country is crazy if they give people like this four more years in which to further destroy and divide this nation.

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By Doreen D IOWA Jun 10th 2008 at 5:49 am EDT

This is great everyone should see!!

Link

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By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 5:54 am EDT

That is a good video. He's down-to-earth, funny, inspiring. It would have been cool to be in that HQ office for that speech.

His speech today in Raleigh was also damn good. McCain simply pales in comparison. Just finished watching the whole thing.

Check that out here:

Link

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 5:59 am EDT

OMG! He walks in like the movie "An Officer & A Gentleman! :) I LOVE being able to have so much respect and actually look up to a President for a change!

Obviously, this country has become so accustomed to such a loser that some think a person whom is so intelligent and carries himself so well is arrogantly elitist! Sadly crazy to say the least!

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By essexobamania Jun 10th 2008 at 5:56 am EDT

It is not news that Wolf is one of the dumbest Tv journalists but yesterday he just qualified himself as the worst. I frequently listen to "The Situation Room" to hear my favourite Jack Cafferty.

After the great economic blast from Barack yesterday in NC all the media, print, radio and tv were focused on the economy which is undoubtedly the biggest issue now.

However CNN and Wolf despite their claim to be the best political team on tv chose to focus on the Clintons. He spent most of the prime time talking about how Hillary supporters remain disgruntled and brought on a lady Rep from FL who supported Hillary. Why is he so bent on winding up Hillary supporters and trying to prolong the division in the party?

As if that was not enough,he then went on to talk about the role of Bill Clinton in the GE campaign. How he would be useful to the party and all sorts of things.

Wolf these are internal party matters. The Dem party has got better brains than you and they will figure out what to do. The gurus and certainly Barack do not need your advice. What do you stand to gain but instigating disunity in the dem party. Are you a troll on TV?

What you should have done yesterday was to look at BO's speech and compare and contrast his positions with McSame Bush. For example BO yesterday said there was need for a further $50 billion stimulus to ease the increased burden. You commented nothing. Nothing at all.

If you want to talk about Hillary's supporters here is what you should be saying.

Hil says she wants univ health care for her fans who btw BO and Mcsame has a plan for that?

Hil wants to fight for womens' rights who btw BO and McSame is more likely to do that? eg Pro choice?

Hil wants to withdrawal from Iraqi who btw BO and MC Same has aplan to do that?

Who has a better plan on Social security BO or McSame?
These are the issues that Hil wants for her fans and the candidate that best fits that is the one Hil's fans should go for.

WOLF you are officially the Dumbest TV journalist of 09/06/08.

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By essexobamania Jun 10th 2008 at 5:56 am EDT

It is not news that Wolf is one of the dumbest Tv journalists but yesterday he just qualified himself as the worst. I frequently listen to "The Situation Room" to hear my favourite Jack Cafferty.

After the great economic blast from Barack yesterday in NC all the media, print, radio and tv were focused on the economy which is undoubtedly the biggest issue now.

However CNN and Wolf despite their claim to be the best political team on tv chose to focus on the Clintons. He spent most of the prime time talking about how Hillary supporters remain disgruntled and brought on a lady Rep from FL who supported Hillary. Why is he so bent on winding up Hillary supporters and trying to prolong the division in the party?

As if that was not enough,he then went on to talk about the role of Bill Clinton in the GE campaign. How he would be useful to the party and all sorts of things.

Wolf these are internal party matters. The Dem party has got better brains than you and they will figure out what to do. The gurus and certainly Barack do not need your advice. What do you stand to gain but instigating disunity in the dem party. Are you a troll on TV?

What you should have done yesterday was to look at BO's speech and compare and contrast his positions with McSame Bush. For example BO yesterday said there was need for a further $50 billion stimulus to ease the increased burden. You commented nothing. Nothing at all.

If you want to talk about Hillary's supporters here is what you should be saying.

Hil says she wants univ health care for her fans who btw BO and Mcsame has a plan for that?

Hil wants to fight for womens' rights who btw BO and McSame is more likely to do that? eg Pro choice?

Hil wants to withdrawal from Iraqi who btw BO and MC Same has aplan to do that?

Who has a better plan on Social security BO or McSame?
These are the issues that Hil wants for her fans and the candidate that best fits that is the one Hil's fans should go for.

WOLF you are officially the Dumbest TV journalist of 09/06/08.

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By Franklin A. T. Jun 10th 2008 at 5:58 am EDT

Ratings!!!

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By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 6:15 am EDT

Yup. Jon Stewart made that point tonight on the Daily Show, ending his video montage of excessive Clinton-Veep obsession with a graphic of the Little Shop of Horrors Plant busting out of the media window demanding, "FEED ME!"

Indeed, we often have two fronts on which to battle: 1) the Bush-McCain Republicans, 2) the superficial, ratings obsessed media (about whom the great myth is that they're somehow all super "liberal." Absurd.)

Let's review:

This week, the Senate issued a report basically concluding once and for all we were lied into war. I repeat: LIED INTO WAR.

Today, large parts of Wisconsin and Iowa are severely flooded and getting worse. HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS ARE AFFECTED.

Tonight, a congressman read 35 Articles of Impeachment against President Bush on the House floor.

But by all means, news networks, let's focus on "terrorist fist jabs" and Clinton Veepstakes.

Contact the media. Demand better. And if that fails, change the channel or turn them off. That usually gets their attention.

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By Aging Radical Jun 10th 2008 at 7:24 am EDT

Maybe I shouldn't say this and I'm sorry if it offends anyone but I think they keep Wolf (should be Shark) behind a desk because he gets an erection every time he mentions George W. Bush.

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By Dianne Jun 10th 2008 at 8:19 am EDT

Now! That is h i l l a r i o u s!!!

Notice how he breathes so hard that he hardly takes a breath!!

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By essexobamania Jun 10th 2008 at 5:56 am EDT

It is not news that Wolf is one of the dumbest Tv journalists but yesterday he just qualified himself as the worst. I frequently listen to "The Situation Room" to hear my favourite Jack Cafferty.

After the great economic blast from Barack yesterday in NC all the media, print, radio and tv were focused on the economy which is undoubtedly the biggest issue now.

However CNN and Wolf despite their claim to be the best political team on tv chose to focus on the Clintons. He spent most of the prime time talking about how Hillary supporters remain disgruntled and brought on a lady Rep from FL who supported Hillary. Why is he so bent on winding up Hillary supporters and trying to prolong the division in the party?

As if that was not enough,he then went on to talk about the role of Bill Clinton in the GE campaign. How he would be useful to the party and all sorts of things.

Wolf these are internal party matters. The Dem party has got better brains than you and they will figure out what to do. The gurus and certainly Barack do not need your advice. What do you stand to gain but instigating disunity in the dem party. Are you a troll on TV?

What you should have done yesterday was to look at BO's speech and compare and contrast his positions with McSame Bush. For example BO yesterday said there was need for a further $50 billion stimulus to ease the increased burden. You commented nothing. Nothing at all.

If you want to talk about Hillary's supporters here is what you should be saying.

Hil says she wants univ health care for her fans who btw BO and Mcsame has a plan for that?

Hil wants to fight for womens' rights who btw BO and McSame is more likely to do that? eg Pro choice?

Hil wants to withdrawal from Iraqi who btw BO and MC Same has aplan to do that?

Who has a better plan on Social security BO or McSame?
These are the issues that Hil wants for her fans and the candidate that best fits that is the one Hil's fans should go for.

WOLF you are officially the Dumbest TV journalist of 09/06/08.

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By Indy from Muskegon, MI Jun 10th 2008 at 5:57 am EDT

Are there any Hillary supporters that have come to this blog. If so, what do you feel.

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By Cynthia, overseas voter Jun 10th 2008 at 6:33 am EDT

Perhaps I shouldn´t answer this, but....I am an Obama supporter (which is not to say I was against Hillary) and this weekend I had an extraordinary conversation with someone who was involved in Sen. Clinton´s campaign.

She made me appreciate issues in a different way and also impressed me with her acceptance (though tinged with sadness)of the results and her determination to look forward (as Hillary asked of her supporters) and fight as hard as she could to put Obama in the whitehouse.

I was humbled by her lack of "us and them" mentality and hope all of us here can live up to the common call.

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By Renee - It's A New Day Jun 10th 2008 at 6:39 am EDT

I have recently befriended 5 former HRC supporters. Very nice people and interested in helping with this campaign.

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By Wyoming Elaine (formerly Rock'nObama~forTruth) Jun 10th 2008 at 11:08 am EDT

Indy, The hand full of friend and family that that I know that were Hillary supporters, have follow her advise and now fully support Barack. The need to change the direction of this country is their first priority. After doing some homework on the issues, several of these folks were quickly and happily Obama loyalists.
*Coming to understand Barack makes it easy....
*MaSame is not an option.
*Not voting is definately not an option for those who want to take this country back.
*Most importantly.... once you go Barack your
can't go back : )

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By Strong Heart Jun 10th 2008 at 6:03 am EDT

“won't always use the same words. But we will always fight the same fight.”
John Edwards

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By Strong Heart Jun 10th 2008 at 6:03 am EDT

“We choose hope over despair, possibilities over problems, optimism over cynicism.”
John Edwards

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By Strong Heart Jun 10th 2008 at 6:04 am EDT

This is America, where everything is still possible.
John Edwards

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 6:06 am EDT

Amen! Can I get some cyber Daps people?

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By Kristian "I Ain't Afraid of No GOPs" Idol Jun 10th 2008 at 9:12 am EDT

*bump*

Hey, wait a minute, did you just make me a terrorist??

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By Laurie Jun 10th 2008 at 6:08 am EDT

Good morning from Michigan...I'm hoping one of you astute Obama supporters can help me with something. I keep getting these emails which I know contain false info. One comment I keep getting is a quote from Audacity (sp?) of Hope that has to do with "standing with the Muslims.." I've looked and looked and cannot find that quote in the book. Can anyone tell me how to respond to this?

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 6:11 am EDT (Updated Jun 10th 2008 at 12:19 pm EDT)

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 6:12 am EDT

Oops! LOL

Here you go! :)

Link

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By Laurie Jun 10th 2008 at 6:16 am EDT

Thanks Sherri

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By Laurie Jun 10th 2008 at 6:12 am EDT

huh??

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 6:15 am EDT

Thanks for posting the question!!!

1st, please forward EVERY e-mail to:

godhctaw @ barack obama . com

(reverse the godhctaw and take out all spaces)

and, here's the fact check on those e-mails:

Link

Scroll down to May 30 (about 1/2 way down the page) and see "Response to smear e-mail quoting Barack's books"

Also, for the other e-mails, see the "getting smear e-mails" box on the right side of the screen.

Thanks for taking action on this!!!

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By Laurie Jun 10th 2008 at 6:18 am EDT

Thanks Lace...I'll do that

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 6:16 am EDT

And here's if you get any of the other filthy trash... Just take you pick!!! :)

Link

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By Ronin Talgar Jun 10th 2008 at 6:17 am EDT

Its a straight up lie- this came up on a forum and as a fan of him and the book, heres what I assume must be the relevant section-

"In the wake of 9/11, my meetings with Arab and Pakistani Americans, for example, have a more urgent quality...they need specific assurances that their citizenship really means something, that America has learned the lessons from the Japanese internments during World War II, and that I will stand with them should the political winds shift in an ugly direction" pg 261, section "Race", 2006 edition.

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 6:29 am EDT

Lest not forget who has continued to throw every bit of trash they can dream up!!!!

Fox News ran a story claiming that Obama had been educated in a madrassa school in Indonesia. If you're not familiar with that term, it's a type of fundamentalist Muslim school, often funded by the extremist Wahabi sect of Islam (with Saudi money) and often very anti-American.

There was only one problem with the story: it was completely false. Yes, Obama had gone to school in Indonesia as a kid; two schools in fact. One was Catholic, the other was a public school, with teachers and kids of various faiths.

The only scandal here is that Fox News ran the story with no facts or reporting backing it up. They simply repeated a story from a highly partisan website, with no effort to check out the school. It's there, still open, and easily visited. Reporters who did so found out that the story was false in minutes.

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By L. Julian White Jun 10th 2008 at 6:11 am EDT

As an American expatriate living in Finland for the past 14 years, I considered bringing my family back to Pico Rivera California in 2009. There were a few requirements which I felt the United States had to fulfil, before I would bring my family back.
The first was the return of democracy to the United States,

The second was the end of republican domination of the United States

The third was the realisation from the democratic party that more than anything else it had to do two things in order to win a overwhelming majoirty of votes in 2008.
The first was coming together as a single party, with a common agenda and goals.
While the second was seeing the democratic party reach out tot he independents, in order to reach more American voters, and create a lasting alliance which better represents a larger portion of American voters.

Please consider this.

An Obama/Clinton ticket in 2008 would be impossible to circumvent.

An alliance with popular Independent politicians stretching across party lines

Publicly announcing the alliance and placing popular independent politicians in key positions throughout an ObamaClinton government.

American Expatriates in Scandinavia are also wondering why its so difficult for Senators Obama and Clinton to realise how important their unity is to a successful outcome to elections in 2008.
If the Senator doesn't know this, he might consider that as of 2005, there were over 4 million expatriate Americans living abroad. One would think this number would decrease, but its actually increasing. This large number of expatriate (aka absentee ballots) Americans could be called upon to turn the tide onto Democratic favour come November.

Finally, keep your chin up, and stay focused.

Best regards

Lawrence Julian White
Expatriate American, Oulu Finland
Former resident of both Chicago Illinois, and Pico Rivera California
Link

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By ObamaWill Jun 10th 2008 at 6:22 am EDT

Obama has appointed a team to review and vet potential VPs. In doing so Obama will be able to select the best candidate for the role. That may or may not be Clinton. If Clinton does not come out as the best candidate for the role we must all accept it as nobody would wish us to move forward with anyone but the best.

Also I have never heard how amendment 22 stands if Clinton became VP. It is an issue.

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By Cynthia, overseas voter Jun 10th 2008 at 6:23 am EDT

As an expat I don´t know if I agree with all your points, but I think we can all agree that the Obama team will choose the most appropriate VP, taking into account all the factors needed to win this presidential nomination.

Whether Clinton is VP or not, she will be an important force (personally I would like to see her on the Supreme Court--preferably Chief Justice one day--but again that is not my choice to make).

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By ObamaWill Jun 10th 2008 at 6:41 am EDT

Cynthia, I really feel that Clinton is an amazingly powerful person and the country, nevermind the Democrats, is all the better for having her around. Indeed it is quite possible that a better campaigning team and group of advisers may have reversed the outcome of the primary contest. However, we are where we are and Obama won that contest fair and square. Now we look forward.

Clinton surely has amazing role to play somewhere and that may be the VP and it may be something quite different.

One thing is for certain, Clinton will put all her force and determination behind Onbama to make sure that we have a Democrat president next time.

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By Cynthia, overseas voter Jun 10th 2008 at 7:38 am EDT

My response was to the expat, not you, (so I wasn´t disagreeing with you, if you took it that way.)

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By L. Julian White Jun 10th 2008 at 3:39 pm EDT

Hi Cynthia.
As I read my own comments, I consider the possibility that I may not have considered all the points clearly.

I would really like to see more of a coalition government so that more voters can be properly represented.

I agree that Hillary might not be the best choice for the VP, but we really run the risk of her supporters feeling completely frustrated, left out , and perhaps not voting at all. We simply cant risk that.

We need as many people as possible to become apart of the process. With Senator Clinton loosing the race, we may just alienate 18 million voters, regardless of her speech asking them to stand behind Senator Obama. We simply cant be that Naive.

To be honest. I am neither a republican or a democrat. I feel both parties have their pluses, and minuses. Nevertheless, the state of America today terrifies me. The post 9/11 America is a place where both republicans and democrats have allowed such a horrific event, to justify taking control away from the people, in the name of "the war on terror". Both parties are guilty, both parties should be ashamed. I honestly believe Senator Obama, if he is able to reach out to as many Americans as possible, will place the country squarely back into the hands of a proportionally represented people.

Kind regards
Lawrence Julian White
Oulu Finland.

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By Please delete my profile... Jun 10th 2008 at 7:36 am EDT

I am also an ex-pat living in France. I need to have the health insurance before I move back, but in Hawaii they have way more benefits. So maybe I will retun there. but I was attracted to Boca Raton, I must make up my mind.

About the Clinton's on the ticket, I totally disagree. I could never support such a fiasco ticket. I would be waiting for something bad to happen to my precious POTUS. I am sorry I would worry that they'd do him in. LBJ wasn't INNOCENT.
No more JFK, Bobby crap.

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By Please delete my profile... Jun 10th 2008 at 7:38 am EDT

I also like Sarasota, but they don't have a bilingual French/English school... DelRay Beach near Boca does... and it's free! My son has to keep both his languages.

Obama 08 | Report to Admin

By Strong Heart Jun 10th 2008 at 6:16 am EDT

John McCain's campaign will not use the High Five during the contest, instead they will use the Low Blow...

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By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 6:23 am EDT

Don't forget the lime-green and cottage cheese speech back drop.

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By Strong Heart Jun 10th 2008 at 6:30 am EDT

Like Bombs are Earth Friendly...

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 6:54 am EDT

Hahahah That would make a great sign.

Bombs are NOT earth friendly

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By Nomad in NC - Voted for "That One!" Jun 10th 2008 at 6:30 am EDT

you are too funny Strong Heart

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By Pangan Jun 10th 2008 at 6:18 am EDT

Hello Mr. Obama
I am from Iran and can not vote but I hope you win.

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By Ronin Talgar Jun 10th 2008 at 6:21 am EDT

Hello fellow international supporter! I'm from Australia, really hope he wins.

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 6:26 am EDT

Woot! Woot! Represent! Do you think it would be a mistake for Mr. Obama to come over there and talk to your leaders?

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By Ronin Talgar Jun 10th 2008 at 6:30 am EDT

Probably a question more aimed at our Iranian friend :) He can talk to Rudd anytime, Rudds big on talk (in a good way).

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 6:33 am EDT

Yeah, thats who I meant to ask, my bad.

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By Pangan Jun 10th 2008 at 7:02 am EDT

Here in Iran people don't have any problem with USA, the problem is only between governments. people like Americans. as you know a lot of Iranians live in US. there are good relation between peoples. I hope Mr. Obama can win the election because i feel he has good thoughts he believes the truths. I hope he can melt the ices between governments and it causes a relation.
I see kind,knowledge, peace ,hope and ability in his face.

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:46 am EDT

I agree Pangan the desires and hearts of the people are often secondary to political forces far beyond their control. All the more reason you beinf here and we having the chance to communicate without any filter is such a great thing.

I too believe Barack offers a great opportunity to change the enviornment for the better

Welcome and I hope we speak more in the future

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By Kristian "I Ain't Afraid of No GOPs" Idol Jun 10th 2008 at 9:18 am EDT

I ♥ Persian-American women.

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By EJ Jun 10th 2008 at 6:29 am EDT

I've heard Obama has great international support. Would you mind sharing why you both would be supporting Obama. I'd just love to hear from your perspective.

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By Ronin Talgar Jun 10th 2008 at 6:34 am EDT

Inspiration and common sense are universally recognised and valued traits I guess. Started with the 'Yes I Can' video been watching/learning ever since, read his two excellent books. Its nice to see my ideas reciprocated in someone so close to power, and expressed so well.

Aside form that America does/can lead the world. Who you have as leader will have an effect on me(specially as I plan to visit/live there) so I can't help but be excited by such a great candidate.

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 6:46 am EDT

Gudday Mate!! LOL I'm over in Germany.

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By Ronin Talgar Jun 10th 2008 at 6:52 am EDT

Argh I swear I've never used that greeting :p. Are you German? Hows the US election being covered there? I think hes very popular there right?

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 6:57 am EDT

Haahaha I hear ya. I'm American actually but to answer your question German support for Barack is overwhelmingly positive. Germans are scared to death of McCain.

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By Verdandi from Sweden Jun 10th 2008 at 7:05 am EDT

I'm going to jump in here and answer this as well.

I have supported Barack Obama since, well, somewhere around the first primary when I began reading more about him and listening to his speeches.

I support him because I think the world would be better with him as the President of the United States. He is such an inspirational figure that I believe that people will work hard for him, thus changing things for the better.

I support and like him because he seems like the real deal. He honestly seems to care about people, for real, not just in the sense of "I pretend to care about your issues so I can get your vote". I support him because he wants to talk first and shoot later, which is a huge change from the current administration. I support him because he seems to think before he talks.

I've read his books, and I like what I read. To me, Barack Obama is what I like with USA. He gives me hope that USA might actually be capable of being what I hope it is, a country that leads by doing good, not leads by scaring the rest of us.

That's why I support him.

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:11 am EDT

Thanks for sharing your reasons for supporting Barack. I couldn't agree with you more. I think if you canvassed all Obama supporters they would all highlight the same feeling you express in their own way. Welcome and BTW, Good Luck Today in the EM ;-)

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By Verdandi from Sweden Jun 10th 2008 at 7:14 am EDT

Aw, thanks. Sweden will need it, because Greece seems rather good...

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By Strong Heart Jun 10th 2008 at 6:27 am EDT

International Hope. Universal Peace…

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By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 6:28 am EDT

How's the weather over there? What part are you in? And how's the political weather over there, so to speak?

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By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 6:30 am EDT

It just occurred to me you're probably living here...

I like the idea of international dialogue...

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By Ronin Talgar Jun 10th 2008 at 6:43 am EDT

Rainy(which we don't mind so much seeing as our state's farms ahve been in drought for a decade or so). Sydney. Glad you mentioned the political climate-

We had a national election here last year, which saw the end of 13 years of conservative rule under John Howard and the(misnamed) Liberal Party. Rudds not as impressive as Obama, and I don't entirely trust him, but he too rode a wave of change and has done alot of good in his time in so far.

The election itself was something of a drubbing, swings all around of over 5%- also, it a parlimentary system and for only the 2nd time in our history the Prime Mnister actually lost his seat, aswell as the government.

Hope thats emblamatic. :) Our troops have also com ehome, I hope that will happen for you soon too.

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By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 6:47 am EDT

Thanks for the good info. I sure hope so, too.

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 6:38 am EDT

Salam Pangan, khoobi jigar!!!! ;-)

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By Pangan Jun 10th 2008 at 7:08 am EDT

salam ghorboon, mokhlesim

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:39 am EDT

Sorry, Farsim ziat khoob nestesh. Maham mokhlesitim.

Maybe you can help me get better. ;-)

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By Dominque from oakland,cali~who's waiting on change Jun 10th 2008 at 6:20 am EDT

mika's thinking for herself today (wow) for now only 20 minutes in we'll see (lol)

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By Victoria in Virginia Jun 10th 2008 at 6:25 am EDT

Joe is also thinking for himself...his own idiotic, right-wing thoughts

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By Nomad in NC - Voted for "That One!" Jun 10th 2008 at 6:28 am EDT

What is Mika saying?

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By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 6:34 am EDT

I kind of like Mika. I really like it when she has her dad, Mr. Zbigniew Brzezinski, on to discuss foreign policy.

Here's a clip of him on Morning Joe the other day that is worth watching.

Link

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By Nomad in NC - Voted for "That One!" Jun 10th 2008 at 6:36 am EDT

I liked Mika initially but then the way she didn't strongly stand up to Joe Schmoe and giggled like a school girl at things. Now I think she is a twit just like Willie (what an a@@ kisser)

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By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 6:38 am EDT

I'll take any of them over Tucker, who's on now.

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By MIKE JONES |||||| UNITED WE CAN ! * 2012 * |||||| Jun 10th 2008 at 6:49 am EDT

LOL

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By Laurie Jun 10th 2008 at 6:32 am EDT

Thank you Sherri and Lace, Now I will have fun sending this info back to my republican friends! Maybe it will encourage them to look up information for themselves instead of relying on these smear tactics.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 6:45 am EDT

Ooh, have fun with that.... I hope you're right!

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 6:54 am EDT

Hee-hee It made a friend of my feel REALLY stupid! How do I know? When I told him to give me pages, etc. he sent more trash. Once I sent him the TRUTH... I haven't heard from him since! LOL

Jerk. Who knew I had friends like that?!

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By Renee - It's A New Day Jun 10th 2008 at 6:37 am EDT

It was 102 here in the Athens area yesterday. Only supposed to be in the low 90's today.

Obama for America | Report to Admin

By Strong Heart Jun 10th 2008 at 6:38 am EDT

The Republicans dropped the ball on us and dropped the bombs on them...

Morning Role Call!! | Report to Admin

By Nomad in NC - Voted for "That One!" Jun 10th 2008 at 6:41 am EDT

Are you Fired Up? I sure am. I was able to see Obama yesterday in Raleigh, NC - What a guy?!

He signed my book, shook my hand!!! I spoke to him for a moment as well.

I got my picture taken with the Governor of Montana - anythoughts on him being VP?

John Edwards was there and Elizabeth, as well as the Gov of WV and an ex-gov of colorado. Gov. Easley finally got on the O-Train. Easley said that he would rather be in the cabose of the O-Train then the first car on the McCain Train.

Burnin up in the heat here in Durham, NC!!

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By Barack916 Jun 10th 2008 at 6:45 am EDT

Wow, lucky you. I thought his speech yesterday was excellent, and the crowd certainly seemed into it.

Don't know yet about VP picks. I know Obama and his team are methodically going through a list of tons of potentials, and I trust them to do a great job with that and, in the end, make a fantastic decision.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 6:46 am EDT

Congrats Diane!!

I might be seeing him for the first time EVER this Thursday.... ;-)

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 6:47 am EDT

& I'm almost tempted to bring my HOPE poster...HOPING that he just might sign it.

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 6:50 am EDT

Heyyyy Diane I thought about you yesterday and was wondering if you were there ;-) I also told my mom about you and she said and I qoute. "GO TAR HEELS" LOL

Hey Lace session of to a late start so I'M BACK!!! LOL

But just for a Little bit.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 6:52 am EDT

I was wondering why you were back so soon...works for me ;-)

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:00 am EDT

LOL me too!!

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 7:20 am EDT

was she late to the studio or what lol...?

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 6:58 am EDT

Oh yeah, and another reason why I can't ask a question:

I'll be wearing a DN Obama shirt Link (long story lol, but the official Obama shirt that I have is like 3 sizes too big [people kept saying that they ran waaaay small, so I bought it two sizes too big and now it's like 3 too big!] and I bought this shirt for someone else but it ended up being too small so I just kept it...)

I don't even wanna know what the MSM would say if they "found out."

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:05 am EDT

LMAO!!! Now we really wanna see you!!!! hahaahaha

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 7:11 am EDT

hahaha well, uh, you probably would under this circumstance...

FAUX News Headline:

"white girl tries to act black at Obama event"

LMAO

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By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:55 am EDT

Hahahahah Just give em a pound LOL. Or throw em some duces LMAO

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 8:13 am EDT

Lets see if I can even get within 5 feet of him first before I start thinking about what I'll do haha...

Maybe I'll do both ;) (I'm LMAO at myself just picturing me doing it...and him cocking his head at me like "wtf?")

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By Vana (Hey Sarah Palin, can you spell and define "Maverick" Jun 10th 2008 at 6:48 am EDT

I am definately jealous BUT I am fired up and ready to go here in FL.

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By MY HEART OUTSHINES MY SMILE Jun 10th 2008 at 6:56 am EDT

Good Morning from KC,KS..
Peace and Many Blessings to Everyone
May your day be filled with Love, Joy & Happiness

Don't forget to post the links everytime you get a new thread, so I can click in on my celluar phone.

Thanks
Janet
Off to the office
I love my Job

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By Laurie Jun 10th 2008 at 6:50 am EDT

I'm jealous. I'm hoping he comes to West Michigan again and holds a townhall so I can see him.

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:05 am EDT

Nomad how awesome! My daughter and I seen Obama twice and shook hands both times and got our book signed, too... SEND HIM BACK TO US!!! :)

Lace, WOW... I can't wait for you to be there and see him in person too! It should be a requirement before anyone can vote!!! :)

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 7:12 am EDT

I won't be able to vote for him until his second term, but I'd like to see him anyway :)

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:31 am EDT

Oh.. and here I thought you were and ol bitty! LOL Well, you won't have any problem waiting for hours to get up front then! As you already know, SO worth it! :)

My daughter will be able to vote his second term too... Hands down in 2013!!!

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Jun 10th 2008 at 7:34 am EDT

Congrats, you've been Obamized!!!

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By Renee - It's A New Day Jun 10th 2008 at 6:45 am EDT

For anyone wanting to see Obama's position on women's rights.

Link

DIGG

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By Smedley Butler Jun 10th 2008 at 6:46 am EDT

This is an article the people in the Obama campaign need to read and take to heart Including Obama himself ... For a change candidate he is sure sounding destructively just the same on Israel, Cuba etc. If he keeps up in this vein ... which is contrary to his own beliefs there will be fewer and fewer reasons to support him. No one is expecting that he should slobber over these touchy issues ... but he certainly should not make matters worse. Change begins now .... not once you are elected. Very disappointing!

Obama, Israel and AIPAC

By URI AVNERY

After months of a tough and bitter race, a merciless struggle, Barack Obama has defeated his formidable opponent, Hillary Clinton. He has wrought a miracle: for the first time in history a black person has become a credible candidate for the presidency of the most powerful country in the world.

And what was the first thing he did after his astounding victory? He ran to the conference of the Israel lobby, AIPAC, and made a speech that broke all records for obsequiousness and fawning.

That is shocking enough. Even more shocking is the fact that nobody was shocked.

HOW IS it that a man like Obama, the son of an African father, identifies so completely with the actions of former generations of American whites? It shows again the power of a myth to become rooted in the consciousness of a person, so that he identifies 100% with the imagined national narrative. To this may be added the unconscious urge to belong to the victors, if possible.

Therefore, I do not accept without reservation the speculation: "Well, he must talk like this in order to get elected. Once in the White House, he will return to himself."

I am not so sure about that. It may well turn out that these things have a surprisingly strong hold on his mental world.

Of one thing I am certain: Obama's declarations at the AIPAC conference are very, very bad for peace. And what is bad for peace is bad for Israel, bad for the world and bad for the Palestinian people.

If he sticks to them, he will be obliged to say, as far as peace between the two peoples of this country is concerned: "No, I can't!"

Uri Avnery is an Israeli writer/ peace activist with Gush Shalom.
Link

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By Ronin Talgar Jun 10th 2008 at 7:03 am EDT

Don't hold out for post-election changes, I think hes above that. But also know that hes a smart, decent guy, with a commitment to peace- I'm just starting to watch the video now, but I get the feeling I may have something of a different take on it than the author of that letter. I'll have to get back to you on taht though.

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By Strong Heart Jun 10th 2008 at 6:47 am EDT

Hope stands on the shoulder of Faith to get a better view…

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 6:49 am EDT

Nice to see you Strong Heart!!

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By Ann ~ believing in hope and embracing change Jun 10th 2008 at 6:47 am EDT

We were so excited to have the opportunity to help strengthen this movement, to help make this a time unlike any before, and to help spread the significance of Senator Obama’s message without negativity and sarcasm.

DONATE to my FRP to help out it has been in a drought of late. Together we can do this, YES WE CAN!!!! Link

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By 44th …Embracing the change Jun 10th 2008 at 6:58 am EDT

As a black american who grew up in the south, as I watch my 14 year old daughter with her rainbow of friends who seem Oblivious to their outward appearance I remain hopeful that things will be different for her than it was and is for my husband and I. I found this artical on a small town in Mississippi, and still I remain hopeful.

Link

I better than most knows that change happens in small steps but nevertheless it happens.

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By Laurie Jun 10th 2008 at 7:02 am EDT

I understand what you say. I'm a white woman, however my grandchildren have so many "rainbow" friends and they live in TN. It's nice to see them accept everyone for who they are and as they are. It makes me proud!

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By Nomad in NC - Voted for "That One!" Jun 10th 2008 at 7:10 am EDT

We still have our problems and have a ways to go, but it is very obvious through this election that we have come a lot further than many thought we had. Young folks (my nephews) just don't understand the "big deal" and the race talk around Obama. They are black and I am a white female married to their uncle. They just don't see why it is even a discussion and neither do their friends who are a collection of all races as well.

So those who have said that busing did not work because of white flight and other things as well as our schools are resegregated (I agree with this point) It worked, busing worked! It did because we wouldn't be seeing the young folks so colored blind, unlike so many of their parents and grandparents, black and white.

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By Mary B. Call me sweety, call me old, just don't call me late for election day! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:13 am EDT

I am a white older woman. I grew up in the 50's and 60's. I am and always have been a person who had "rainbow" friends and friends from all walks of life. Even as a child I could not understand the hate displayed toward anyone unless it was againsr an unsavory type charactor.
The tears I shed yesterday were tears of saddness for hurts people did unto others. Today I shed more tears for joy when I see how our young are uniting. You and I and others have seen changes in this world, I believe those changes are on the fast track now!

Peace my friend!

Love from an

Obama grand-mama

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By Laurie Jun 10th 2008 at 6:58 am EDT

It's awful quiet on the blog. Is everyone sleeping?

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By Nomad in NC - Voted for "That One!" Jun 10th 2008 at 7:02 am EDT

I thought the same thing. I think people are recouping their energy to get ready for the GE. Perhaps they are emotionally spent. We need to keep going though because this race is far from over!!

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By Laurie Jun 10th 2008 at 7:04 am EDT

I agree...it's going to be a long road to November and take a lot of work to make sure Obama is the next POTUS. We cannot take anything for granted.

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By Mary B. Call me sweety, call me old, just don't call me late for election day! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:22 am EDT

Too early! I've been up for hours now while others get off to work. The obama "day" community will soon arrive. Ya might say it's a changing of the guard. :)

Love from

an Obama grand-mamma

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By MIKE JONES |||||| UNITED WE CAN ! * 2012 * |||||| Jun 10th 2008 at 7:03 am EDT

its too early for some...LOL

early birds are here

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 7:06 am EDT

Haven't been able to sleep since I found out last night that Barack's coming to my area on Thurs!!

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 7:29 am EDT

Wowww you got everything haha. Hug, picture, autograph!

If I do somehow get within like 5 feet of him, I'm not giving him a handshake; I'll give him some pound :D

~~this is, of course, assuming I find a ride there and the event is free.

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By meta Jun 10th 2008 at 9:52 am EDT

Lace, in the beginning, the campaign sometimes charged $25 for a rally, but no longer. Do everything you can to get there. He's a total magnet.

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By Barbara"Hussein-fistbump" BaRock-O-Biden Jun 10th 2008 at 7:10 am EDT

It took me almost an hour to get in here. something is up with this computer. When I came on at 6am, the last post in the blog room was around 3am. I knew that couldnt be right.

lolol

Glad to be here among family.

love

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By ObamaBringsNoDrama! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:13 am EDT

Hey, I just woke up, getting ready to take my son to school, what's up, what's been going on?

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By Tracy in CT Jun 10th 2008 at 7:35 am EDT

Taking my first sip of coffee and wiping the sleepies out of my eyes..........

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By Kathleen O'Bamacan Jun 10th 2008 at 8:48 am EDT

lol relieved to know you sleep :O)

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By Robby from Louisiana who loves the Middle Name Hussein and Believe in Barack Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 8:00 am EDT

ObamaNation and New Supporters: (READ THIS)

For all who think it is impossible to unite, or for those of you that are holding on to yesterday in a way to express or validate your anger, this is for you. "Without Hope you will just exist, but with Hope you can live".

READ:
"Taken from The Audacity of Hope"

A government that truly represents these Americans that truly serves these Americans will require a different kind of politics. That politics will need to reflect our lives as they are actually lived. It won't be prepackaged, ready to pull off the shelf. It will have to be constructed from the best of our traditions and will have to account for the darker aspects of our past. We will need to understand just how we got to this place, this land of warring factions and tribal hatreds. And wel'll need to remind ourselves, despite all our differences, just how much we share: common hopes, common dreams, a bond that will not break.
"THE AUDACITY OF HOPE"

Hillary supporters, Obama Supporters, and those that are Obamacains: We have more in common than we have different. Those barriers that are man made, we can take those barriers down. We can be the bridge to the next generation that everyone can cross. We are strong in numbers, and we are strong in voice. We are from all walks of life, all races, all economic status, all educational backgrounds, and all genders. We are straight and gay. We are rich and poor. We are Catholics, and Baptist and other, we are the many faces of the world. Let's stand strong, because we are the Democratic Party. We are Veterans, and we are Teachers. We are Doctors and we are Nurses. We are Waitress and we are Cooks. We are 80 and we are 18. No matter what we are, and who we are, we are the future and the Road Map for the next generation. We have the pencil in our hand, lets start mapping out the future so that the next generation will not have to clean up the mess we will leave if we don't work together to get Barack Obama elected as the 44th President of The United States Of America.

"Don't be guilty of doing too little or being too late because the consequences are irreversible"

Love, Grace, and Peace
Robby from Louisiana

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By Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jun 10th 2008 at 7:22 am EDT

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Barack Obama- Nurse Assistant | Report to Admin

By essexobamania Jun 10th 2008 at 7:00 am EDT

Barack is this morning going to work as an assistant to nurse at a local hosiptal in Missouri according to The Page.

What a President! So humble and yet so intelligent. He could have chosen to simply to talk to the staff but instead he wanted to witness first hand the difficulties nurses go through in discharging their duties.

Go Obama

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By whiteboymagic Jun 10th 2008 at 7:01 am EDT

Later guys, I'm outtie like a belly button, Peace!

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By Obama Gal in CT (Jamie) Jun 10th 2008 at 7:03 am EDT

LOL!!

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By Czarina CarolforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 7:13 am EDT

Good morning, Obamanation!

Everyone had their coffee yet? I've got a pot brewing now, decaf is all I have this morning.

News bytes: I watched briefly Morning Joe and I couldnt' believe they were actually saying nice things about Obama! I didn't watch for long, though, so who knows what they are saying now.

They mocked Fix News for implying that the fist bump (giving dap) was some kind of terrorist gesture. That WAS rather over the top.

Other news from CNN: Barack's plan to reach out to progressive evangelicals. These people are younger in age who are beginning to warm up to Barack...somewhat. As we all know, McCain is struggling with the evangelical population period. However, it is believed they will mostly come around Election Day once McCain makes clear to them he will appoint judges to the Supreme Court that will ensure a reversal of Roe v. Wade (there are three on the bench that will probably retire since they are so up in age).

Many women voters don't know McCain's Pro-Life stand so I hope we as Democrats will make sure they are well aware of that.

Other news: Just that it's going to be another scorcher here in Maryland, so it will be plenty of water and iced tea for me.

Everybody enjoy their day and please remember to drink plenty of water if you are also in the midst of a heatwave. It's gonna get brutal out there.

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By Laurie Jun 10th 2008 at 7:19 am EDT

Good morning Carol!

Sure hope that heat wave breaks for you soon. It's hot here in TX (I'm at my step-daughters who is due any day to have her first baby) but not much humidity thank goodness! I sure hope the rain and storms stop in the midwest too. It has been a rough time for them this past week.

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By NY Woman for Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 7:22 am EDT

I'm on my first cuppa - and Long Island is getting Maryland like weather - minus about 3 degrees -

Morning Joe - Pat Buchanan clarified the fist bump as a symbol of unity - so even the conservatives are fair to call this one.

As far as Pro-Life women go, ANY One Issue Voter - and for many voting for Barack because of his stance on the war could be called One Issue Voters so I'm not disparaging them - Any One issue Pro-Life person will most likely write in Huckabee or choose whatever most Pro-Life sentiments. Obama actually received SUPPORT from a Pro-Life politician Rendell in PA. But Rendell is NOT a one issue politician and is well respected.

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By CMarieCT Jun 10th 2008 at 7:32 am EDT

A Good Morning SHOUT OUT to the OBAMA NATION from CT! Just stopping by beforeI get into the work routine. Hope we beat the heat today 100+... stay kewl.

Peace, Love & Unity. It's gonna be a good day - hey!!!

If you find it in your heart today - can you drop me a little something to get the therm off the ground. PLEASE. Gotta go - Take care.

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By Tracy in CT Jun 10th 2008 at 7:38 am EDT

Stay cool Cherylene! We are suppose to have another hot one today!!!

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By Kestrel Jun 10th 2008 at 7:32 am EDT

that video clip is sad. definitely a continuation and even worsening of the disasterous bush/cheney policies if mccain ever became president.

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By Sabrina ♥s her new President! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:16 am EDT

I would have never thought this country would go so crazy over a fist bump. Many are going crazy because (shockingly) they never seen it before. FAUX news is calling it a "terrorist fist jab" and the media is all over it doing fist bumps left and right.

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By ObamaBringsNoDrama! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:19 am EDT

Yeah, they showed Barack doing the "fist bump" with the Governor of NC! What's his name Easley?

Like I said before everybody over at Fix News is downright ignorant!

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By Mary B. Call me sweety, call me old, just don't call me late for election day! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:26 am EDT

F fundamnetally

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By Nomad in NC - Voted for "That One!" Jun 10th 2008 at 7:48 am EDT

I got my picture taken with the Gov. of Montana, that guy is tall.

About the fist-pump. Perhaps Obama calls it that when he spoke about that being his and Michelle's celebration.

But . . .

How many on here remember it being called "dap" ?I remember in the 60's or so it was called giving dap.

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By Julia from Pasadena Jun 10th 2008 at 9:38 am EDT

I think everyone under 40 is laughing hysterically at FOX for not knowing what a fist bump is!

Those dang youngins. Next thing you know they'll be running around with their underwear showing!

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By Von from Omaha Jun 10th 2008 at 7:24 am EDT

Its funny, my daughter has been doing the fist bump with my dad for a couple of years. I just got an email from my Dad saying he hadn't realized he was a terrorist.

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By Czarina CarolforObama Jun 10th 2008 at 7:29 am EDT

They even showed Pat Buchanan doing the fist bump or giving dap, as the young folks say.

David Gregory said he's been doing it with his son for years. I've never done it myself but I see young people do it all the time and I never paid any attention to it.

But a terrorist sign? I laughed so hard behind that one, I thought I'd die.

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By Kristian "I Ain't Afraid of No GOPs" Idol Jun 10th 2008 at 9:24 am EDT

Howie Mandel on "Deal or No Deal" ONLY does it, he doesn't like to shake heands.

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By NCmountainsSusanM Jun 10th 2008 at 8:38 am EDT

My husband and I fist bumped all thru the primaries, during debates when BO did good, when states were won, when Sen. Obama prevailed...
easier than a high five when sitting down.
The fist bump has much to offer during election season..

:)

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By Kathleen O'Bamacan Jun 10th 2008 at 8:44 am EDT

So Von...my boys on the LSU baseball team are headed to Omaha with most of the population of Louisiana. Are y'all ready to party??? We LOVE Omaha!!!

I'd omail you instead of breaking into this thread but you still don't have a profile :O(

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By Barbara"Hussein-fistbump" BaRock-O-Biden Jun 10th 2008 at 7:27 am EDT

The Sly Fox need to have their heads really really looked at.

If they and their viewers have never seen the fist bump before.

What planet are they living on. Disgraceful!

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By Tracy in CT Jun 10th 2008 at 7:27 am EDT

When I heard Fix News was saying that I had a good hard laugh! I figure if that is all they have then we are in pretty good shape. Silly Fox Noise!!!

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jun 10th 2008 at 7:42 am EDT

I LMOA a couple days ago when two lady's maybe in there 50's were debating on CNN (Obama's kicked dewey of course)... at the end Obama's debater said just how much she loved it and then fist bumped the other one! LOL The funniest thing was that McCain's debater was ready, willing and went right along with it!

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jun 10th 2008 at 7:44 am EDT

Haha, I saw a clip of that online.

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By Renee Vegas4Obama Jun 10th 2008 at 9:57 am EDT

The best thing Faux news could have done for us was to report this as a "terroist fist jab". It discredits them even more!!!All the other networks are laughing at them as well.
Thanks Fox!

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