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By DieHardSupporter Apr 30th 2008 at 5:42 pm EDT

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James McCann, a professor of political science at Purdue University in Indiana, said Obama's instinct is sound to try to distance himself from Wright, but that his remarks Tuesday may have come too late and "may not be good enough."

"For Hoosiers who fit the profile of the folks in Pennsylvania and Ohio who have tilted toward Clinton, the white ethnic economically insecure Hoosiers who might be tied to the auto industry or the steel industry, the Reverend Wright is not going to help Obama's cause. My instinct is, I don't know what it would take to bring those folks in. Because there's already been resistance."

Nationally, McCann said, "Clinton looks more viable, I suppose, than she did a month ago."

The continuing flap over Wright may be eroding Obama's lead in North Carolina — a state widely considered a must-win for Obama. A new SurveyUSA poll this week put Obama's lead over Clinton there at only 5 percentage points — half what it's been consistently in prior weeks.

The poll showed striking movement toward Clinton among white Carolinians. She led by 31 points among whites, up sharply from 23 points in the previous poll. Clinton's support rose by 9 points and Obama's fell by 3 points in the prosperous Research Triangle area of Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, home to several elite universities and high-tech industries — normally incubators of Obama's liberal elite base.

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By Change comes from the bottom up, especially if you have a cattle prod , ya hear me Blue Dogs!!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 5:43 pm EDT

Today marked the 7-month that violence has escalated in Iraq! I guess the media isn't interested in that story. Today almost 500,000 plus U.S. Citizens have had to face home foreclosures. I guess the media isn't interested in that story as well. Today Iran put a halt to the sale of oil to the U.S. because they said the dollar is too weak. And Iran is also pressuring the OPEC nations to join them. I would've thought the media would think this story is important to U.S. citizens considering all the talk about oil tax and the economy in the upcoming summer months. This is what Sen. Obama is talking about when he points to the fact that in every election cycle the MSM and politicians engage in the body politic like some sporting event, instead of the life altering impact the wrong decisions have on this country and the rest of the world. It is very sad that the world is watching this nation become a shell of its promise of a true Democracy. They are looking at how MSM is hijacking the electoral process, along with bought and paid for politicians. It has to be quite perplexing to see CNN cover elections in Pakistan and critique the process, when they are part of the very problem why things don't change right here in this country.

But as frustrated as I am... I still believe in this "movement for change," and in Sen. Obama's ability to help us make this happen. So I will keep emailing and snail mailing my complaints to MSM until they get the message that I'm not going away until they start reporting the stories that I am interesting in, in a fair and balanced way.

YES WE CAN!
SI, SE PUEDE!

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By Election from Thibodaux, LA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:02 pm EDT

Don’t Screw Up, Democrats, Barack Obama is Your Man!
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Hillary Clinton Causing Fatal Democratic Party Split:
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By Carol G Apr 30th 2008 at 10:04 pm EDT

Have you seen this video on youtube.com

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It shows HRC trying to work a coffee machine at a 7 eleven. It was hillarious.

She is so out of touch and she is still pandering voters with her gas tax holiday which we all know is not a really break for anybody but the oil company.

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By Christine "No Distractions" O'Bama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:03 pm EDT

Die Hard Supporter, we know you are no such thing. Please spread your rubbish elsewhere.

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By Boomer_4_Barack Apr 30th 2008 at 6:05 pm EDT

Thank You, Christine. So glad you said it.

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By Weez from Des Moines Apr 30th 2008 at 6:13 pm EDT

DieHardSupporter, does it make you proud to be such a liar? So sad your mother didn't raise you better. You and StateCollege will have to get together and throw yourselves a pity party soon.

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By Max Hussein Who lives in orange County California and has HOPE! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:17 pm EDT

not much of a big time supporter if your going to quote crap about the same old stuff..

Why don't you go find the VIDEO of Kerry telling MSNBC to take a hike over this whole REV thing instead?

Don't need the negatives here.. at least i don't.. jmho

Look i mean with 285 delegates to go to the nomination, you'd think that by now.. these polls wouldn't any longer matter and THEY DONT! ok...

Please chill.

Thanks

Peace from the OC

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 6:20 pm EDT

die hard supporter has never said who s/he was a die hard supporter of; apparently of fascism!

Let's go BaRACK THIS THING!!!

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By Debra from Charlotte, NC May 1st 2008 at 3:47 am EDT

First of all many are missing the point. They decide to call Barack Preacher the negative, when in all actuallity He is a positive. His words are accountable by His tongue. When are people going to realize that their preachers do prophecy. This is what the disciples did, and prophets do. When is the last time a Christian read the book of Revelations. It was written for you to be comfortable in your parishes, but to stir up controversy in the soul.

I'm quite sure that John was not sent to the Island of Patmos because He agreed with the corrupt lifestyles of the Romans, but because He was given foresight into the Revelation of Jesus Christ. This is not a comfortable position, but it stirs up the conscious of mankind. If there is no pain there is no gain. The truth is not a comfortable position to encounter, yet it is a comforter. It makes us come to realization that everything is not about us, but others who have been burdened by principalities that have concern only for themselves. You can control the remote but the remote can't control you. We turn the channels to what we desire to watch.

Anyone who bears common sense would know that Rev. Wright amongst all men, is not the entirety of mankind. Why is there not such and outrage or outcry of more than 400 children taken from an incest filled place where women and children are attached, molested and raped for the sake of religion? These are not mere words, but actions that destroy the lives of the innocent. Speeches don't kill people actions do.

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By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 6:43 pm EDT

Keep right on believing in this movement -- we have already proven that Senator Obama's vision is RIGHT and anyone in the MSM or any other person who doubts this simply is IGNORING objective fact.

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By Mike aka Not this Time Apr 30th 2008 at 7:31 pm EDT

some one has made the statement that if the msm had had followed the events to the run-up of the Iraq war like they have followed the Rev Wright issue...

the war would not have started.

some will see blue and tell you its black
some will see red and tell you its yellow

people need to see truth and be told its the truth.

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By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 7:37 pm EDT

That would have required real reporting and in a dangerous part of the world. There are some reporters willing to do this -- Christiane Aminpour (sp?) comes to mind -- but way too few.
Reporters around the world have been killed way too often in recent years-- I am too hard on many in the media.

BUT the MSM and the Talking heads feeling like the need to nit-pick every word, analyze every gesture!!! This is NOT news, it is nonsense.

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By Laura from Bend OR Apr 30th 2008 at 7:44 pm EDT

Thanks for all the positive posts!

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By Maggie May 1st 2008 at 5:42 am EDT

Kentuckians - please call Ben Chandler's office in Lexington to voice your support for his courageous endorsement. The man is getting hammered. They are tracking the calls they receive, i.e. positive vs. negative. Please call (859) 219-1366.

Also, you can donate to his campaign. We have already raised over $17,000 in less than 24 hours, from donors across the country. This will show other superdelegates the power of an Obama endorsement, and what happens when someone comes under fire for going with his convictions and doing the right thing.

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By Theresa Apr 30th 2008 at 5:53 pm EDT

I think that Barack will do just fine.. Hillary is the one that needs to worry.. Especially in Indiana.. Check this out from the Kos......Link

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By Hope Won Apr 30th 2008 at 6:01 pm EDT

I sent it on to Keith Olbermann and Dan Abrams. Every news agency in the country should be running with this story. People in Indiana should know this. Tell all the Indiana newspapers. This is big stuff!

YES WE CAN!!!

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By Christine "No Distractions" O'Bama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:08 pm EDT

Oops!

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By ★Holly♐HH Honored to Have Helped with This Historic Campaign! ★ Eugene Apr 30th 2008 at 7:15 pm EDT

Here's the DIGG link for this Clinton-sends-jobs-to-China story

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By KC Woman for Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:33 pm EDT

Just heard them talking about it on FAUX an Indiana voter wrote a blog about her thinking Hoosiers had forgot that it was Clinton.

Go Barack

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By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

This is again a reflection of short memory span. I remember this from when it originally happened in 1996. I heard about Senator Clinton's ad. in Indiana and said "hey wait, a minute! Wasn't that in the 90's?" and sure enough when I went to check it out and make certain my memory was accurate, I discovered that it was.

How could we forget all of the accusations that President Clinton was selling sensitive military technology to the Chinese? I think a memory class should be added to the public school curriculum -- and certainly to the curriculum at journalism schools!!!

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By MartisaHussein4Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:14 pm EDT

Old News!

The Media especially cable media are mostly conservative rep.

The want HRC to win. They are trying their best to get BO out so that all this stuff that they are hiding and have had on HRC for years, and months they can slam her as the nominee.

The only people that are falling for it are those who are not close enough to books, news, c-span, politics, and internet. In other words, the people who don't really pay attention are those who decided not to research and educate themselves on what's really happening in the world.

Honestly people, it is almost across the board that most educated people refuse to take a 2nd look at HRC.

We have been trying to get Media to get out the real stuff about HRC and John McCain for months, but it is not them they want (Just yet). They wanna get BO out of the way so they can plant their skilled attack on the one who really deserves it.

JOhn McCain will be fine if HRC is nominee, because remember Republicans got his back. Look at what they are doing to help HRC get the nomination after they secured their nominee.

We gotta try now to get people educated on what our politicians are really about. They are white collar criminals and mafia types. Bottom Line!

Obama 08

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By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 7:19 pm EDT

I think most of the MSM simply like the ratings from the drawn out contest -- and the MSM thrives on conflict and ignoring most of the real news in the world and this Country.

The Republican talking-heads on the otherhand have demonstrated to me that they believe Senator Obama is the presumptive Democratic nominee. No way in the world would they pump up Senator Clinton against Senator Obama if they did not believe he was the nominee.

This shows me that Senator Obama is in fact the presumptive Democratic nominee b/c whatever else the Republican talking-heads are, they aren't stupid. They wouldn't offer such assistance to any Democrat (and certainly not someone with the surname Clinton) if they thought there was any chance that person would be the nominee.

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By Nita**who is filled with delight that this day is here! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:58 pm EDT

That's what I think everytime I read where someone says..oh we've got to get this to the news station..

it won't matter, they aren't really interested in reporting the news, just anti-Obama based crap!

The dollar is worth about .65 cents now.. and as someone wrote earlier, IRAN doesn't want to sell us any more oil because of it and are encouraging others to join them. But it's not news worth at all. The only thing that is news worthy these days seems to be Jermiah Wright, in a Great Nation such as this it's amazing that a little ole preacher from Chicago can get this much airtime for free!

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By Christine "No Distractions" O'Bama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:07 pm EDT

Magnequench just hit ABC news. (I know, I know... stop the boycott for just a minute and check it out.)

I see maybe another TV ad in the works... ;)

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By Christine "No Distractions" O'Bama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:11 pm EDT

OK, the site is acting weird.

Magnequench/ABC story: Link

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By Jason from Pittsburgh Apr 30th 2008 at 6:33 pm EDT

THIS IS A GREAT STORY -- CAN YOU SEND IT TO ALL OF THE NEWS NETWORKS -- MORE LIES FROM THE SAME PERSON WHO WILL SAY AND DO ANYTHING TO GET THE POWER AND KEEP 30 YEARS OF ROAYAL FAMILIES (BUSHES AND CLINTONS) GOVERNING THIS COUNTRY

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By Max Hussein Who lives in orange County California and has HOPE! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:51 pm EDT

Hello Jason & Others,

here are the links to the upcoming primary states media if you'd care to send out the CLINTON MAGNET factory Story.. :

Indiana Media Link: Link

Kentucky Media links; Link

North Carolina Media Link: Link

Peace from the OC

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By Patricia aka "Sweetie" Apr 30th 2008 at 7:15 pm EDT

Everyone who reads this story should DIGG it. There's a button at the bottom.

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By JediMasterMatt "The Force is strong with this one (Obama)" Apr 30th 2008 at 7:43 pm EDT

I don't even know how she lies to people with a straight face! She must really think people are that stupid.

I wish Barack would 'call her out' on this issue...this is major for Indiana!!!!!!

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By Hope Won Apr 30th 2008 at 6:16 pm EDT

Hi there Christine. I requested this of HQ. I sure hope they get one together soon but as another poster said, they may not want to attack that way. I guess that's possible. But it shouldn't stop us from telling the news people in Indiana. They should know about it and report on it. That's fair.

YES WE CAN!!!!

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By Max Hussein Who lives in orange County California and has HOPE! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:33 pm EDT

Heres the links to the MEDIA in the upcoming primary States :

Please send them this ABC RePORT...

Indiana Media Link: Link

Kentucky Media links; Link

North Carolina Media Link: Link

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By ♥♥♥ dreams of peace( who is tired of sara "kill em" & "drill em palin) ♥♥♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 7:22 pm EDT

I seen it. I personally mailed that story to every paper in Indiana and all the MSM on earth It took two hours.

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By Michele from Huntington Beach, CA Apr 30th 2008 at 9:52 pm EDT

Now that's determination!

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By Nita**who is filled with delight that this day is here! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT

We need a 'TRUTH AD'

about Magnequench purchased from UGIMAG the factory in Valparaiso that manufactured the Neo magnets. President Clinton's administration took no steps to stop the purchases in 2000, either, the company moved its plant to China and with it to many jobs in Indiana.

Clinton is blaming it on George Bush..

Now don't you know in the general election they would take Indiana easily by plastering this all over FOX, CNN, ect. She doesn't stand a chance..she's lied to many times and while Obama might not be keeping track you can be sure McCains folks are!

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By The Pollitikat Apr 30th 2008 at 8:46 pm EDT

yes they are. Every time I see a lie I picture the ads the republicans will put together. they are just waiting to clobber her. I dont think she stands a chance if she is the nominee.

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By captain o - hopemonger Apr 30th 2008 at 5:54 pm EDT

Please take your "concern" somewhere else.

It is not wanted here.

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By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 5:55 pm EDT

Enough with the Wright baloney.......
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By The Extreme aka Allen Norfolk, VA Navy Sailor. Really Proud member of the Barack Obama/American People Party!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 5:56 pm EDT

Wright who?

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By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 5:57 pm EDT

That's more like it!

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By Not-a-Sheep : ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Apr 30th 2008 at 5:59 pm EDT

Indeed! Wright-Schmight. Done. Over. Move On.

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By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:01 pm EDT

Yes We Can!
More Votes
More States
More Delegates
More Money
Yes We WILL!

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By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:06 pm EDT

Michelle live:

http://www.cnn.com

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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!! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:51 pm EDT

Hello Lace,

MY name is Rhonda and I need Help.I live about 15 miles from NC and I have a few questions, to ask you, first I've printed the list of names of people I am suppose to call, I have 3 pages of script sam I suppose to read all thre pages to the callers, and what does uplanguage means and problemwrong on the printout sheet with the people names,numbers, on it.
p.s. Brian Ross on Abc reporteD that a group called Women's Voices Women Vote from VA is targeting Black Voters in D.C. with Automated Robocalls.

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By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

The language problem option, as far as I know, is to be used when the person you call speaks a foreign language. I haven't had this problem yet, but I assume that is what it is for.

As far as the script goes, you say certian things depending upon who the person you call supports, and what they agree to or not to do. On your script pages, it should tell you which things to say and when.

when you said problemwrong, did you mean wrong number?

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By Jeannie "Make Three Wishes on Her Bottle of Hope for One and All" in PA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:46 pm EDT

Speaking of Move On -- isn't it nice that they have our back.

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By A Rebirth Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

I think that is what America needs; grass roots leadership that isn't afraid of Washington. Why should they be? After all, we are paying them to make the best decisions for all Americans, and what do they do? When they get to Washinton, they style and profile and get rich off the backs of you and I. I am sick and tired of being sick and tired, and MoveOn.org is a wonderful ally to have.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 6:02 pm EDT

Some MSM TV show that shows in the same time slot as I Love Lucy. I would check out the reruns of Lucy. Much funnier.

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By Obama08NOW Apr 30th 2008 at 6:03 pm EDT

Jim, are you the one that said you would make 250 calls the other day. I think I said I would donate to you right?

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 6:05 pm EDT

I said I would make them before Tuesday. I will be doing the calling on Fri, Sat and Sun. So don't reward me yet. I would prefer if you gave it as an incentive to someone today. I will do the calls regardless.

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By Obama08NOW Apr 30th 2008 at 6:14 pm EDT

I just wanted to make sure I had the right person, I know your good for it so here it comes.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 6:18 pm EDT

Thanks.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 6:22 pm EDT

Just received $20 contribution. I want to start a chain where I now contribute $20 to someone else and that person then agrees to do $20 to the next person to join and so on. Who want $20 and is willing to do $20 to the next person in the chain?

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 6:27 pm EDT

Respond at the identical post down thread.

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By Anna-Maria Apr 30th 2008 at 6:00 pm EDT

Hear! Hear!

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By The Pollitikat Apr 30th 2008 at 8:42 pm EDT

Please donate to my fundraiser. Guys I've lowered my goal to $300. Help me reach my goal: Link

Read my Blog: Link

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By ("AKA")4Obama/Biden"Fired UpinAZ" Apr 30th 2008 at 5:58 pm EDT

Congrats on being 1st:)

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By Karen H in NV Apr 30th 2008 at 6:30 pm EDT

Where are we with who the next person is that needs a donation to their link? It seems we got off that subject and on to something else. Most of my donations thus far have been to other people's donation goals. I set my own up today. I will give two $50 donations now. We all need to make sure we are doing everything we possibly can to increase Senator Obama's resources to continue to knock it out of the park.
Please let me know.

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By ♍ Christi, Vote for Change ☮ -CA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:39 pm EDT

Hi Karen,
Here is my link it Reeally needs a donation.

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By Karen H in NV Apr 30th 2008 at 8:09 pm EDT

DONE! $50 MORE FOR YOU TODAY!
I also made 2 $100 DONATIONS to match someone else. Hopefully I will match two more people giving $100 before midnight!

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By Jen who will celebrate this November with a Obama win!! Apr 30th 2008 at 8:17 pm EDT

Karen,

I will take the other $50 to my donations page. I am working to support our children on my page. see below

Hey Obama Family!

Let's show the world that we are still united and are still willing to give to Barack. His dream is our dream and we must invest in it to make it happen.

I started a donation page three days ago dedicated to our children. Our communities have suffered dearly in the past 8 years and the schools have been bearing the brunt.

As a kindergarten teacher I daily see and teach students with broken homes, poor nutrition and pain that no child should experience. This needs to begin to change immediately... and with Barack in the Oval Office I am confident it will! :)

Please give $5 or more toward my donation page in honor of every child you have or are close to and tell me a little about them and yourself.

Let's show the US and the world that we are going to win Indiana and NC by fundraising NOW. They are reporting their numbers tomorrow and if HRC is way up and we are way down the media will make a roar the Supers will not ignore.

WE CAN DO THIS!
Peace to you all!
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Jen

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By LaShanda (GRAB A MOP!) Apr 30th 2008 at 6:10 pm EDT

Why is this negative post the first thing on the blog?? I don't care what these people say! FOCUS!! And stop the negativity.

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By Lisa-Another Obama Mama (A TRUE OBAMA SUPPORTER; NOT SWAYED BY MSM, PUNDITS, POLLS, DISTRACTIONS, HATERS) Apr 30th 2008 at 6:52 pm EDT

They were hovering over the blog like a vulture to spew their filth.

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By KC Woman for Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:26 pm EDT

Today is only to be positive blogs. This was started yesterday.

Go Barack!

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By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 6:33 pm EDT

G+ S+

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By Sharon~Independent for Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:40 pm EDT

I even changed my name today!

Join the 24 hour commitment.

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By K.J. in Dallas, TX Apr 30th 2008 at 6:27 pm EDT

I'm not surprised that this is happening considering the RW fiasco. Hopefully, the numbers will go back up in a few days.

YES WE CAN!!!
OBAMA, 2008!!!

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By Lakisha from Fort Worth, TX Apr 30th 2008 at 6:36 pm EDT

Attention Mississippi voters...and other Obama supporters:

Help me send a message to Travis Childers, concerning his efforts to "publicly distance himself from Obama."
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I've sent an e-mail to his campaign but I live in Texas. It will be more meaningful coming form Mississippi residents. Let him know that we (Obama supporters) are serious about electing our candidate to the presidency, and that we will not support (vote for) people who don't share our passion about our candidate...

I am sick of politicians who lack integrity! Let's put an end to these games. Mr. Childers' campaign web site follows:

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By ♍ Christi, Vote for Change ☮ -CA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:03 pm EDT

LaKisha,
Sent him a letter and will forward info to my groups to do the same. Travis Childers is distancing himself why?

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By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 7:30 pm EDT

They Republicans are running negative ads. against him linking him to RW by way of Senator Obama. It is absurd nonsense -- but it is the Republican attack machine, what can we expect but absurd nonsense?

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By sandra May 1st 2008 at 12:19 am EDT

I think the republicans are getting a little embarrassed by their tactics. Barack said he would change how politics is done...and he is. they are being shamed into it. Now we should have not question that republicans are divicive and don't give a damn about the country no matter how much they profess they do. their wicked ways are showing how racist, hateful, selfish and greedy they really are. The american people are seeing this too. All of the honest republicans who love this country are ashamed of what they are doing. It is becoming harder and harder for them to defend them. By the time this revolution is over we will have Obamicans racing to our side. Who wants to be remembered as interfering with history? Look back at those who opposed to the Civil Rights movement. They too feared change. Now look they are on the trash pile of history. They wanted to wound BO so badly so that no other minority would even think about running for president. But I watch Barack and they have made him stronger and have made me stronger. Looks like he has gotten his stride back. I weep when I think that in my lifetime there WILL be an african american president. Being a AA female it was hard for me to decide where my loyalties lied but Hillary made it so easy for me to choose BO. Character mattered to me and Hillary is sadly lacking. Not to mention she isn't qualified. She has deserted any morality for the presidency and it is regretful. You don't have to be a callous, ruthless, unscrupulous man to become president. Maybe she can take pointers form Barack and maybe in 2012 she can try again provided she has gained some decency.

Obama '08

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By ♫ Cynthia ♫ championing choice, affordability and quality Healthcare in all 50 states Apr 30th 2008 at 7:51 pm EDT

They have had 3 elections in this race in the past 9 weeks. The Democratic Party is trying to take the Republican seat. They are very close. The Republicans are trying to use Rev. Wright against Childers. The ad does not mention Obama at all. It says to not try to associate him with people he does not know.

I called their office and they think they have a good chance of winning this "4th" election in the middle of May.

Are there any Obama people who can help him?

We need to win as many of these down ticket seats as possible.

The current Republican strategy is to attack Obama through these down ticket battles. This is to shake the Super Delegate vote.

Be wise people before you attack.

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"It's all about Obama here"
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By ☮ CR ❤ Apr 30th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT

Here is the Travis Childers story:

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I looked at the comments and a lot of people called him a coward.

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By ♫ Cynthia ♫ championing choice, affordability and quality Healthcare in all 50 states Apr 30th 2008 at 8:43 pm EDT

Cheryl,

He may be a coward. But the larger picture is this is 1- a fear tacktic that says -- look if you support Obama we are coming after you. They are trying to say that Obama's coat tails are not going to help you because our attack is going to be fierce!

Obama is going to need the house and the senate. We need to be aware of this tactic. It is not the first time it has been used in this campaign. This is a preview of the fall and we need to be aware of how we support or attack the down ticket candidates.

That's all I am saying. Some things may be legit. Others -- we are just falling for the Republic attack machine.

There is a reason they call it the "Republican Attack Machine".

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"It's all about Obama here"
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By bobcat36 Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

A good defense is the best offense, and Senator Obama's defense yesterday was brilliant. So far, nothing I have heard or read has refuted that fact.

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By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 6:41 pm EDT

All we need to tell anyone is that Reverend Wright has absolutely NOTHING to do with Senator Obama anymore.

Anyone looking at this rationally can see that Reverend Wright IS stuck in his own reality believing that we cannot unite as one people, as one nation. Reverend Wright wants to MAKE Senator Obama, all of us and anyone else watching this nonsense live in HIS reality.

Senator Obama already explained Reverend Wright's "reality" in his speech in Philadelphia. Senator Obama was kind and generous in that speech. In response, Reverend Wright insulted Senator Obama, his campaign and all of us and told us in no uncertain terms that we are wrong that we as a Country cannot unite.

I say balderdash to Reverend Wright and I say balderdash to anyone in the press who still thinks this nonsense is a story other than to report that WE ALREADY HAVE UNITED (and are hoping for more) to solve our problems no matter what Reverend Wright thinks is possible.

Everyone here knows we can do this -- we have managed to get together, I have made calls all over this Country and no-one has been rude to me except for 2 folks who live within two blocks of me. My experience is this Country is full of deeply generous, decent people.

All that we have to do is remind them that we are for REAL and that Reverend Wright (and Senators Clinton and McCain) are stuck in the past decades before any of this was possible.

Senator Clinton thinks that uniting is so impossible that she ridiculed the very notion.

Senator McCain's comments show that he does not even understand what we are trying to do.

Reverend Wright's remarks this week clearly demonstrate that our efforts at bringing this Country together so deeply disturb his worldview and opinion of people in this Country that he needed to throw a handgrenade at all of us.

O.k., I really do not want to have to vent this again!!! I don't care what any doubter who cannot get their mindset out of the 20th Century thinks -- we have already proven that people from every walk of life, every ethnic group, every age group, every sex, and every religion or non-religion can come together to work to make this Country a better place for all of us.

We have already proven this! Yes we can!!!

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By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 7:06 pm EDT

that said - and i agree we should move on - there is a very good article by a man named, i think, leonce gaiter, in the huffington post, entitled: 'if wright were white' - worth reading.

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By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 7:40 pm EDT

I don't think there can be any doubt if Reverend Wright were white this would not have been a story in the first place.

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By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 8:11 pm EDT

Just to add-- I have been around this Earth for more than a few decades, and I have never heard a story about any politician's pastor before -- and I find it difficult to believe that not a single politician before now had a pastor who said some controvertial things. Also-- I was responding to the first poster here (don't know why my response is way down here!)

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By Angelene from Pompano Beach, FL Apr 30th 2008 at 6:47 pm EDT

I can get the video to work, is anyone else having problems?

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By Balloons Across America Apr 30th 2008 at 6:49 pm EDT

who gives a sh@T about what they say!!

Let's win IN!!

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By Chendy Apr 30th 2008 at 7:14 pm EDT

I have been having trouble with the video for the last few days. It starts then stops then starts again...makes it difficult to watch anything longer than a few seconds.Any suggestions?

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By ♥♥♥ dreams of peace( who is tired of sara "kill em" & "drill em palin) ♥♥♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

see link 4 story:Link

FACING SOUTH EXCLUSIVE: D.C. nonprofit aimed at women voters behind deceptive N.C. robo-calls
By Chris Kromm
Facing South

Who's behind the mysterious "robo-calls" that have spread misleading voter information and sown confusion and frustration among North Carolina residents over the last week?

Facing South has confirmed the source of the calls, and the mastermind is Women's Voices Women Vote, a D.C.-based nonprofit which aims to boost voting among "unmarried women voters."

What's more, Facing South has learned that the firestorm Women's Voices has ignited in North Carolina isn't the group's first brush with controversy. Women's Voices' questionable tactics have spawned thousands of voter complaints in at least 11 states and brought harsh condemnation from some election officials for their secrecy, misleading nature and likely violations of election law.

First, a quick recap: As we covered yesterday, N.C. residents have reported receiving peculiar automated calls from someone claiming to be "Lamont Williams." The caller says that a "voter registration packet" is coming in the mail, and the recipient can sign it and mail it back to be registered to vote. No other information is provided.

The call is deceptive because the deadline has already passed for mail-in registrations for North Carolina's May 6 primary. Also, many who have received the calls -- like Kevin Farmer in Durham, who made a tape of the call that is available here -- are already registered. The call's suggestion that they're not registered has caused widespread confusion and drawn hundreds of complaints, including many from African-American voters who received the calls.

The calls are also probably illegal. Farmer and others have told Facing South the calls use a blocked phone number and provided no contact information -- a violation of North Carolina rules regulating "robo-calls" (N.C. General Statute 163-104(b)(1)c). N.C. Attorney General Roy Cooper further stated in a recent memo that the identifying information must be clear enough to allow the recipient to "complain or seek redress" -- something not included in the calls

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By ♥♥♥ dreams of peace( who is tired of sara "kill em" & "drill em palin) ♥♥♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

Guess what the US attorney general will be investigating this and US postal investigator too...

I wonder what matters most to the clinton's winning or their lost reputation in the world.

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By Sonya May 1st 2008 at 12:53 am EDT

Keith O said today that the Clintons check their shame at the door. They are never embarassed by their pandering and obvious lack of integrity. So, to answer your question, I'm quite certain that losing the election would hurt her more than loss of reputation. Her negatives are at 60% and she still shows her face on the campaign.

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By mozzaikh Apr 30th 2008 at 7:10 pm EDT

LOOK THIS MACCANN IS A CLINTON BACKER
DONT WORRY
OBAMA IS ALREADY OUR NOMINEE

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:35 pm EDT

Reps. Bruce Braley (D-IA), Baron Hill (D-IN), and Lois Capps (D-CA) Endorse Obama; Delegate Countdown - 285 To Go

Congresswoman Lois Capps (CA-23), Co-Chair of the Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues and Chair of the Democratic Women's Working Group, is Senator Obama’s 247th Superdelegate endorsement.

Senator Obama picked up the endorsements of three members of Congress today, bringing the total number of delegates Senator Obama needs to secure the nomination down to 285...

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TOTAL remain Delegates

may 3 Guam 4

may 6 Indiana 72

North Carolina 115

may 13 West Virginia 28

may 20 Kentucky 51

Oregon 52

jun 1 Puerto Rico 55

jun 3 Montana 16

South Dakota 15

John Edwards 18
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TOTAL 426 pledged delegates remain to be chosen

TOTAL Super Delegates - 795

Obama - 247 Clinton - 261 = 508
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TOTAL - 287 Super Delegates remain

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TOTAL 713 pledged plus Super delegates remain ....

Senator Obama is now 285 delegates away from winning the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination.

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By Jeff Apr 30th 2008 at 7:24 pm EDT

Troll no troll

Perhaps someone who is concerned. The point is that we need to keep working, canvassing and calling.

So use this as motivation if you must. Join me in making those million calls (Please my fingers are getting tired)

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:46 pm EDT

SUPERDELEGATES Latest Updates

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By christine from chisholm mn Apr 30th 2008 at 7:36 pm EDT

are you the same "DieHardSupporter" that used to post here frequently? if so, i'm sorry that people are calling you a troll...

obama'o8

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By Amy Apr 30th 2008 at 7:51 pm EDT

DieHardSupporter-

Who are you a supporter of? Your post sounded like you're a supporter of HRC. Maybe it wasn't intentional, but let's keep it positive! YES WE CAN! OBAMA '08

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By CHRIS M Apr 30th 2008 at 8:22 pm EDT

We must keep it positive but we must also keep it honest. Let us not take up the posture of "don't nobody bring me no bad news"! If we don't know the bad news, we can't be effective in fixing it.

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By GoBO 08 Apr 30th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT

A major part of changing the way Washington works is supporting the Senators and Congressmen who willing to stand up for the people of the United States. It will take more than just our support for Obama, we must also support those who understand this campaign and have been willing to show their support with an endorsement. Here are some who can use your support with a donation.

Travis CHilders of Mississippi Link Under negative attach ads. Link

KY Rep. Ben Chandler who endorsed Barack April 29. Link He has received 300 hate-filled phone calls Link

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By David Apr 30th 2008 at 10:01 pm EDT

The truth is the HRC is engaging in the "politics of personal destruction".

Why are Bill Clinton's affairs off limits? They are the elephant in the room and everyone tiptoes around it.

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By Anthony in N.C. May 1st 2008 at 12:03 am EDT

If Americans are fooled by the gimmicks of the Clinton campaign and the desire of the conservatives to promote Senator Hillary Clinton and weaken Senator Barack Obama, we get everything we deserve. It is amazing that we talk about wanting leaders with integrity, a passion about solving problems, great character and the vision to lead this country, but when we get a chance to vote for someone who will do just that we become nervous or uneasy because this person does not have a certain look, or get into the gutter politics and not vote for the individual. The media who is attacking Senator Obama is the same media who promoted President Bush and look where it has gotten us. In a war with no real solutions but requiring a lot of blood and money to fight, declining economy and a health care system that many people can not afford.

Yet we wonder why we can not elect people who can solve the problems Americans face each and everyday. I wonder how do the pundits sleep at night knowing that they may preventing an individual like Senator Obama who can bring about change in this country and help the American people to better their lives from becoming POTUS.

I have hope that a majority of the people will see through all of the spin and vote for Senator Obama which is why I donated another $100 for his campaign. If the nomination is taking from him, I will not vote as a Democrat this year.

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By Yang from Tarzana, CA May 1st 2008 at 1:08 am EDT

Like it or not the Wright issue is not over. Barack made a good first step by showing his anger and hurt. He now needs to explain that the reason that this has taken him so long was because this is a man who brought him to Jesus. And although he now is able to see Wright for who he really is, it has been difficult to come by because he had such an emotional tie to him through his faith and had never seen him talk or act in this light before. Again express his anger and disappointment and tell the American people that this is a hurtful time for him.

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By Marvin from Denver, CO May 1st 2008 at 1:21 am EDT

Obama Can Regain Momentum!

Today, I was pondering why our oil and gas prices are moving upward on a daily basis, and remembered that oil prices are set by speculators who “bet” on future oil prices. The more these speculators bet on oil futures, the higher and more rapid fuel prices will increase. Since these people are able to leverage their bets by buying their wagers with high margins, they are able to superficially inflate the prices that you and I pay at the pump. These individuals are willing to destroy the American economy, just so they can make a few more million dollars. I think I have discovered a remedy to this madness.

Let's suppose Senator Obama planned a strategy by which he proposed dynamically adjusting oil futures margins to specific U.S. Economic Indicators. Of course, the best Economic minds in the country would have to come together to workout the details, but I believe everyday people would love it. Why? Because whenever the economy is weak, the speculators would have to pay MUCH MORE OF THEIR ON MONEY to gamble on oil futures.

This would keep oil prices from being artificially inflated, and the cost of a barrel of oil would reflect true market conditions - and not greed. And since we are using more bio fuels, we may also want to include grain futures in this plan, too.

Once the public was educated on the plan, I think it would gain many more supporters for Senator Obama. Of course the conservatives would complain that Democrats are manipulating the oil markets. The retort could be, "No, we are keeping manipulators out of the oil markets."

As for the the proposed 18 cents per gallon tax savings, it is nothing but another "POLI-TRICK". Anytime the opposition uses these and other silly tactics, I would love to hear Barack call the tactics exactly what they are, "POLI-TRICKS".

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By We the People08 May 1st 2008 at 1:56 am EDT

Troll!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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By Change comes from the bottom up, especially if you have a cattle prod , ya hear me Blue Dogs!!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 5:42 pm EDT

Today marked the 7-month that violence has escalated in Iraq! I guess the media isn't interested in that story. Today almost 500,000 plus U.S. Citizens have had to face home foreclosures. I guess the media isn't interested in that story as well. Today Iran put a halt to the sale of oil to the U.S. because they said the dollar is too weak. And Iran is also pressuring the OPEC nations to join them. I would've thought the media would think this story is important to U.S. citizens considering all the talk about oil tax and the economy in the upcoming summer months. This is what Sen. Obama is talking about when he points to the fact that in every election cycle the MSM and politicians engage in the body politic like some sporting event, instead of the life altering impact the wrong decisions have on this country and the rest of the world. It is very sad that the world is watching this nation become a shell of its promise of a true Democracy. They are looking at how MSM is hijacking the electoral process, along with bought and paid for politicians. It has to be quite perplexing to see CNN cover elections in Pakistan and critique the process, when they are part of the very problem why things don't change right here in this country.

But as frustrated as I am... I still believe in this "movement for change," and in Sen. Obama's ability to help us make this happen. So I will keep emailing and snail mailing my complaints to MSM until they get the message that I'm not going away until they start reporting the stories that I am interesting in, in a fair and balanced way.

YES WE CAN!
SI, SE PUEDE!

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By The Extreme aka Allen Norfolk, VA Navy Sailor. Really Proud member of the Barack Obama/American People Party!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 5:46 pm EDT

We need to get my fellow Sailors, Soldiers, Airmen, and Marines out of Iraq.

McCain wants to stay in Iraq 100 years, and Hillary says she can get troops out within 60 days of being President, but she voted FOR the Iraq war and wants to bomb bomb bomb bomb bomb Iran with her Republican buddy McCain...

We in the military need a commander in chief who knows what he is talking about and is well respected so that we can continue keeping this country safe.

08AMA 08 AND 12

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By Not-a-Sheep : ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:03 pm EDT

row, row, row your boat
gently down the Tigris
Rapidly, rapidly, rapidly, rapidly
our soldiers make their egress!

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By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 6:06 pm EDT

We will Allen, our support for our troups is more than a flagpin or a yellow "support our troops" sticker on our car.

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By The Extreme aka Allen Norfolk, VA Navy Sailor. Really Proud member of the Barack Obama/American People Party!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:12 pm EDT

well ironically enough, I have a Support the troops sticker on my car, along with a couple of Navy stickers, and 2 Obama stickers: the blue one and the one that says Independents for Obama, since I plan to register as an Independent...

I have no problems with people having pride in their country, I just hate people who blindly follow people like McCain, Hillary, and the MSM...

Support the troops!!! 08AMA 08 and 12!!!

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By Not-a-Sheep : ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

those people who blindly follow McCain, Hilllary, and the MSM can't really help it....they have been trained for generations to be sheep through our government enforced institutionalized babysitting (that we call public school) and through false promises disguised as patriotism. The American system relies on people doing what they are told based on what they are led to believe...THAT is the American Way (at least today it is....wasn't that way in the not so distant past....and we can get our brave, pioneering, leadership spirit back with the right leader....like BARACK!)

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By Together We Stand for Change! formerly K. Bell Apr 30th 2008 at 7:46 pm EDT

That's what our movement is trying to change. We need to think for ourselves and stop being afraid. We need to use common sense, and not fear to make our decisions. There is a new generation coming up who are doing things differently. Hopefully, the youth will prevail.

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By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

Good post - but I think it's way more than 7 months since violence started escalating in Iraq - what's your starting point?

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By Winning in '08 Apr 30th 2008 at 5:43 pm EDT

1ST???

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By Ann ~ believing in hope and embracing change Apr 30th 2008 at 5:44 pm EDT

Yes We Can!!!

You can make a difference by donating at one of the following links.

If you make a donation of $30 or more before midnight on Wednesday, April 30th, you will receive a limited edition Vote for Change T-shirt if you use the following link. Link

Make a donation of $30 or more before midnight on Wednesday, April 30th, and receive a limited edition Vote for Change poster if you use this link. Link

Make a donation of $15 or more before midnight on Wednesday, April 30th, and receive a limited edition Vote for Change car magnet if you use the following link. Link

DaVaughn and I would love to reach our fundraising goal today and you can help.
Link

We are committed to helping change the political process by helping build a campaign founded on a broad base of support from ordinary Americans like us.

STOP THE DRAMA ~ VOTE FOR OBAMA

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By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 6:14 pm EDT

Thanks for all the links, Ann! :)

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By Ann ~ believing in hope and embracing change Apr 30th 2008 at 7:23 pm EDT

You are most welcome.

If You Are Thinking About Voting For Hillary Clinton... | Report to Admin

By Matthew Apr 30th 2008 at 5:43 pm EDT

...First ask yourself these questions:

Do you agree with Hillary's vote in favor of the Kyl-Lieberman ammendment?

Do you agree with Bill Clinton's bombing the pharmaceutical plant in the Sudan which eventually killed tens of thousands due to lack of medicine?

Did you know that Hillary voted in favor of No Child Left Behind in 2001?

Did you know that Hillary did not in fact vote against the bankruptcy reform bill in 2005 (as she claimed in the Nevada debate)? It turns out she didn't vote at all in '05 and in '01 she voted for it hoping it wouldn't pass.

Did you know that the mass genocide that occurred in Rwanda happened on Bill Clinton's watch?

Do you agree with Hillary's appointing Sandy Berger as one of her National Security advisors? Berger plead guilty to stealing and destroying classified intelligence documents (they were related to 9/11).

Do you agree with Hillary's having had Mark Penn as one of her chief strategists (a major voice for her campaign until recently) who represents Blackwater as well as a huge uniform supplier that refused to deal with the Culinary Workers Union and that he has a history of being a known union buster?

Do you agree with the Clinton's support of NAFTA?
Link

Did you know Hillary will not release her earmarks going back to 2001?

Do you agree with Hillary's voting against increasing fuel economy and the production of renewable fuels like Ethanol?

Do you agree with Hillary's mandated health care plan that to this day leaves out the consequences for middle to lower income families who can't afford the rates she is proposing?

Do you agree with Hillary's statement in regards to social security that the majority of Americans in this country make over 90,000 dollars a year?

Do you agree with Hillary's voting against providing seniors with a prescription drug benefit?

Do you agree with Hillary's support and defense of lobbysists?

Do you agree with Hillary's support of current bankrupcy laws that continue to hurt lower income Americans and small businesses?

Do you agree with Hillary's voting against medical liability reform so that doctors are not forced out of practice for junk lawsuits?

Are you comfortable with Hillary's being a member of the religious cult "The Family"?
Link

CONT.

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By Matthew Apr 30th 2008 at 5:44 pm EDT

CONT.

Do you agree with Hillary's opposition against a level playing field so that people who pay for health insureance out of their own pocket get the same tax break the big corporations get for providing health care benefits to their employees?

Do you feel comfortable with Former President Bill Clinton earning hundreds of thousands of dollars speaking on behalf of a Colombia-based group pushing the trade pact?

The Clinton's connection to the Columbian trade deals:
Link

Did you know that Hillary is against allowing people to shop for health insurance across state lines like we do with auto insurance?

How do you feel about Hillary's exaggerating the circumstances surrounding her trip to Bosnia?
Link

Do you agree with Hillary's voting against allowing people to save tax free for their out-of-pocket medical expenses?

Did you know that Hillary has voted for penalizing senior citizens who have those private health care plans through Medicare?

How do you feel about Hillary Clinton saying "screw 'em" in reference to working class whites in 1995 who didn't support them?:
Link

Did you know that Bill and Hillary are the two chief defendants in the Peter Paul trial involving campaign finance fraud?

Did you know that Hillary will not release her tax returns to the public until after she has secured the nomination?

Did you know that Hillary voted against the cluster bomb ban?

Did you know that Hillary refuses to sign a pledge to restore our constitutional liberties (something all of the other democratic contenders signed)?

Do you agree with Hillary's voting for the authorization of the Iraq war and not reading the NIE report?

If you think these are republican talking points (I'm a democrat) just wait and see what the other side comes up with if Hillary were the nominee in the general election.

She has not been vetted.

Barack on the other hand is being vetted as we speak.

Obama '08

Matthew

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By Kerry - Taking long deep tokes off the Hope Bong! Apr 30th 2008 at 5:44 pm EDT

great job on the new ad!! i hope everyone sees this!

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By Victoria in Virginia Apr 30th 2008 at 5:49 pm EDT

I'm so glad they got the truth out to the public!
Go Obama! You're the only real choice for president!

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By The Extreme aka Allen Norfolk, VA Navy Sailor. Really Proud member of the Barack Obama/American People Party!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 5:49 pm EDT

this wouldn't be John Kerry posting, lol?

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By Victoria in Virginia Apr 30th 2008 at 5:51 pm EDT

Did they ask John Kerry if he inhaled or not?! I don't think this is THE Kerry...

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By Kerry - Taking long deep tokes off the Hope Bong! Apr 30th 2008 at 5:51 pm EDT

haha no but I liked to pretend when I saw all those Kerry for President signs!

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By Ann ~ believing in hope and embracing change Apr 30th 2008 at 6:03 pm EDT

Good one! LOL

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By Hopeful Hussein, Palin-McCain - the gifts that keep on giving! Apr 30th 2008 at 5:55 pm EDT

i LOVE this

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 6:03 pm EDT

Ahhhhhhhhh. I can't handle the truth.

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By ("AKA")4Obama/Biden"Fired UpinAZ" Apr 30th 2008 at 6:16 pm EDT

LOL!

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By Phill In JA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:05 pm EDT

me too I love it, love it, love it.

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By Victoria in Virginia Apr 30th 2008 at 5:44 pm EDT

This is the day to donate so we have a huge total for April! Please consider my fundraiser, it is in honor of my cat who just had surgery, and I only have $45 to go to reach my goal. I appreciate it...the campaign appreciates it! Let's give Senator Obama all the resources he needs!
Go Obama!
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By PhillyLady4Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 5:58 pm EDT

i gave earlier this week and earlier today. and as you can see from this FABULOUS ad, it's dough well spent.

go, barack!

PL40

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By PhillyLady4Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 5:59 pm EDT

i gave earlier this week and earlier today. and as you can see from this FABULOUS ad, it's dough well spent.

go, barack!

PL40

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By Kim D, I survived the Tx Dem Convention, Apr 30th 2008 at 6:13 pm EDT

I just did three matching donations and was match within seconds and also just got an email saying that this ad is possible due to our support and help with donations by midnight. Man I love this campaign.

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By CMarieCT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:36 pm EDT

Hello OBAMA Family :)

I just gave $40.00 even tough my car cost me $695.00 today to get fixed. I said Oh well came home and saw the SD's and said YES, YES, YES... I just needed to make the sacrifice.

Have a blessed evening.... Love you all...

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By Kim D, I survived the Tx Dem Convention, Apr 30th 2008 at 6:48 pm EDT

I know I need a sink repair but it will just have to wait. I will just not have a garage disp. for a min or month

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By Max Hussein Who lives in orange County California and has HOPE! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:56 pm EDT

Hi Kim, i'm sorry to hear about your sink..

Are there any PLUMBERS in the HOUSE? Willing to Give KIM a hand?

That's the way we're going to do this thing!

Its an Abundant Universe and all are welcome in it!

Peace from the OC

P.S. Kim, i'm not too handy with mechanical things.. or I'd be right over to help out.. me, I'm an Accountant... work with "other peoples Money" oops...

If Your Are Thinking About Voting For John McCain... | Report to Admin

By Matthew Apr 30th 2008 at 5:45 pm EDT

...First ask yourselves these questions:

Did you know that John McCain is Pro-NAFTA?

Did you know that John McCain voted yes on implementing CAFTA (the central american free trade agreement)?

Did you know that John McCain supports free trade with china?

Did you know that John McCain is Pro Death penalty?

Did you know he supports overturning Roe V. Wade?

Did you know that John McCain once sang "Bomb Bomb Iran" publicly to the tune of an old Beach Boys song?
Link

Did you know John McCain voted against establishing a national holiday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.?

Did you know that a fellow republican, Pat Buchanan once said of McCain that "he will make Cheney look like Gandhi"?

Did you know that McCain voted against a bill to ban waterboarding, and then applauded President Bush for vetoing that ban?

Did you know that the Children's Defense Fund rated McCain as the worst senator in Congress for children? McCain voted against the children's health care bill last year, then defended Bush's veto of the bill.

Did you know that McCain's solution to the housing crisis is for people facing foreclosure to get a "second job" and skip their vacations?

Did you know that McCain voted NO on adding sexual orientation to the definition of hate crimes?

Did you know that a republican in the senate, Thad Cochran once said of McCain, "The thought of his being president sends a cold chill down my spine. He's erratic. He's hotheaded. He loses his temper and he worries me"?

CONT.

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By Matthew Apr 30th 2008 at 5:45 pm EDT

CONT.

Did you know that his campaign manager and top advisers are actually lobbyists? And did you know that the government watchdog group Public Citizen says McCain has 59 lobbyists raising money for his campaign, more than any of the other presidential candidates?

Did you know that McCain and Hillary's support for the gas tax holiday would mean the loss of 9 billion dollars from the highway trust fund and the loss of 300,000 jobs including 7,000 in North Carolina alone?

Do you agree with McCain's choice of seeking closer ties to the extreme religious right in recent years? The pastor McCain calls his "spiritual guide," Rod Parsley, believes America's founding mission is to destroy Islam, which he calls a "false religion." And did you know that McCain sought the political support of right-wing preacher John Hagee, who believes Hurricane Katrina was God's punishment for gay rights and called the Catholic Church "the Antichrist", "false cult" and "the great whore of Babylon"?

Did you know that John McCain scored a zero from the League of Conservation Voters last year on his unbelievably poor environmental record?

Did you know that McCain rated 0% by the ACLU, indicating an anti-civil rights voting record?

Did you know that he still supports the invasion of Iraq and promises a hundred year war and occupation there?

Obama '08

Matthew

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By Evan, Who Just Moved to the Liberal Elitist City of San Francisco and is Loving It Apr 30th 2008 at 8:23 pm EDT

Matthew, I did not know a lot of these things. Thank you for the info, and thank God for Obama!

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By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 8:23 pm EDT

Great post, but you left out--

Did you know that Senator McCain opposes the G.I. Bill supported by Senators Hagel and Warner and most Democrats?

Did you know that Senator McCain wants to appoint Justices like Justice Alito who not only opposes Roe v. Wade, he also believes that the Constitution protects contracts? (Even though there is nothing in the Constitution to suggest it does -- this is a throw back to judicial philosophy after the Civil War -- FDR which prevented the Federal Government from regulating anything (food, meat, etc.) or preventing predatory practices or unconscionable contracts. This is a truly scarey judicial philosophy right out of the John Birch society!

Did you know that Senator McCain flip-flopped on immigration during this campaign season and what he believed in so strongly before he was running for President, he has now entirely rejected?

Did you know that Senator McCain flip-flopped on President Bush's taxes since he said (back when he opposed their implementation) that they were outrageous, but now plans to keep them coming?

Did you know that Senator McCain has proposed a decrease in corporate taxes?

Mine are not as crisp as yours, but they are still true. Senator McCain is NOT the man he was in 2000 and has truly become the right-wing flip-flop pander-bear.

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By Derek Oswald Apr 30th 2008 at 5:50 pm EDT

OBAMA CAMP! THIS IS HOW YOU DO IT! GREAT WORK!

We need to respond to every false misleading attack ad, with a positive TRUTH ad, that drives the point home and exposes Hillary Clinton and John McCain for the lying dishonest politicians they are.

This ad was the perfect balance between truth and fighting back. It wasn't negative, and instead it responded forcefully with the truth.

Keep making ads like this guys! This is the way we fight for change!

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By Max Hussein Who lives in orange County California and has HOPE! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:38 pm EDT

I still think we should put one ad on the air regarding the MAGNET company and the clintons.. what do you guys think??

Peace from the OC

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By Kim D, I survived the Tx Dem Convention, Apr 30th 2008 at 6:52 pm EDT

I think we need to blanket the airways with that ad until election day in that state. I really do, that will get those white collar voters attention. That story has more holes than the Sniper fire story.

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By Max Hussein Who lives in orange County California and has HOPE! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:58 pm EDT

Hi Kim,
I totally agree with you there!
I think we could create a "nice" ad which would just spell out the FACTS doesn't have to attack.. (but of course it could a little)

Meanwhile heres the links to the media in upcoming primary states:

Indiana Media Link: Link

Kentucky Media links; Link

North Carolina Media Link: Link

peace from the OC

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By Morgan in Seattle..... ¨ ¨°º¤ ★ Yes We Did! ★ ¤º°¨ ¨ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:25 pm EDT

♥ Great Ad! Love it! ♥

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By Will (Who is tired of the same old politics on capitol hill!) Apr 30th 2008 at 5:49 pm EDT

This is really uplifting! What an inspiring add!

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By The Extreme aka Allen Norfolk, VA Navy Sailor. Really Proud member of the Barack Obama/American People Party!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 5:52 pm EDT

and if Obama keeps rolling out the honest ads and hitting back with the FACTS, then he will win the nomination and he will CRUSH John McCain, I think Obama vs McCain could be one of the first elections we've seen in a long time where one of the candidates (Barack) wins in a landslide victory, I just can't see McCain being able to win enough states against Barack to keep it close.

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By Matthew Apr 30th 2008 at 5:49 pm EDT

Barack On The Issues
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He was against the Iraq war from the start.
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He is for diplomacy first with Iran.

Barack is willing to stand up to the wealthy on Wall Street:
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He wants to end tax breaks for companies that send jobs overseas.

Barack On The Environment:
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Barack On Energy:
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Barack On Technology And Innovation:
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Barack Cares About Our Veterans:
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He will close Guantanamo and restore the right of habeas corpus.

Barack has the strongest support from Independents and Republicans (a necessity for a democrat to win in the general election.)
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He is against torture.

He wants to unite both parties and end the red/blue state divide.

He is supported by the top foreign policy advisors in the world:
Link

He will end the war in Iraq:
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Symbolically his race/background would represent the most profoundly positive shift in how America is viewed around the world.

He will be honest with the American people telling them "what they need to hear not what they want to hear."

Barack doesn't take any money from PACs or lobbyists.

Barack Health Care Record:
Link

Bills Barack Sponsored:

1.
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2.
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Barack served 8 years in the Illinois State Senate.

Michael T. Cushman's blog on Barack's senate experience vs. Hillary's:
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Barack promises that all seniors making 50,000 dollars a year or less will not have to pay income taxes.

He still wants to go into Afghanistan and get Bin Laden.

Barack will put an end to the genocide in Darfur.

Barack will give the country a health care system that works and he won't face the same gridlock that HRC did in the 90's because he is open to working with Republicans. He is also opposed to a mandate (like the one in Clinton and Edwards' plans) which would require many Americans to pay rates that many could not afford.

He has battled legislatively against the death penalty.

In Washington, he has worked with Republicans on nuclear proliferation, government waste and global warming.

Barack believes in full and complete transparency of government.

He stands faithfully by our rights in the constitution. Barack taught constitutional law for ten years.

CONT.

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By Matthew Apr 30th 2008 at 5:50 pm EDT

CONT.

Barack Obama will change America for the better.
Link

More On Barack:
Link

The Blueprint For Change:
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Read The Audacity Of Hope and Dreams From My Father

Obama '08

Matthew

PS
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By LV Duckworth Apr 30th 2008 at 5:51 pm EDT

Please help me meet my $1,000.00 fundraising goal, I am less than $100.00 away.

Do it in honor of a friend or family member that has lost their life while performing their patriotic duty.

Or do it for one that still fights to recover from injuries received during their military service.

But please do it!

Link

Barack Obama has faithfully fought for better funding and medical treatment of returning veterans. He has sworn to fight as President for further improvements to both the GI Bill and VA Medical System.

Thank you in advance for donating!

PS.- If you would, please add a note letting me know who your donation honors.

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By RTV in St. Paul. This election is for JFK, MLK, and RFK. Bring it home. Apr 30th 2008 at 5:54 pm EDT

Simulated Town Hall Question for Hillary

Questioner: “Could you please explain how difficult it is for someone as highly educated and socially enlightened as yourself to rely so heavily on support from voters who generally are much less educated and much more likely to hold racial and other stereotypes as compared to supporters of Barack Obama ?”

Hillary: “That’s not really a problem for me, because I’ve spent my entire career learning how to appeal to and manipulate the opinions of this segment of society. When you do this for 35 years, it starts to become second nature.”

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By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:04 pm EDT

Bwahahahahaha....

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By Amy - Who says trust in the good and let evil destroy itself Apr 30th 2008 at 6:07 pm EDT

Perfect.

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By Ann ~ believing in hope and embracing change Apr 30th 2008 at 6:10 pm EDT

Now that is funny!!! LOL

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By ("AKA")4Obama/Biden"Fired UpinAZ" Apr 30th 2008 at 6:40 pm EDT

It's funny and sad because it's true.

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By Sharon~Independent for Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:46 pm EDT

The sick part is...I could actually picture her saying that in her "very matter of fact" obnoxious way. I have to stop thinking of her...because today I'm g+s+.

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By VM Apr 30th 2008 at 7:16 pm EDT

g+s+ - What does it mean? (I'm blogilliterate.)

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By ◎Desert Dove Dan◎ Apr 30th 2008 at 7:29 pm EDT

Going Positive, Staying Positive

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By VM Apr 30th 2008 at 7:34 pm EDT

Thanks, Dan.

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By ssher Apr 30th 2008 at 5:54 pm EDT

Page Gardner, the head of "Women's Voices, Women's Vote", has a post at HuffPo trying to explain away the apparently disenfranchising robo-calls placed by her organization:
Link

It's been widely noted that Maggie Williams and other close Clinton associates have been on the WVWV board. It's important to note that Page Gardner herself, the head of WVWV, also has long-standing ties to the Clintons. For example:

"O'Brien hired Page Gardner, a young campaign strategist who had been in the Clinton campaign war room in Little Rock."

-Cited in a book on NAFTA by Frederick Mayer, text available at:
Link

You can find a bunch of other citations of Page Gardner's old Clinton connections if you do a Google News Archive search on ["Page Gardner" Clinton], and then look at stories from around 1992. For example, in an excerpt that comes up from an October 28 1992 Philadelphia Inquirer article, she is described as "Page Gardner, national women's vote director for Clinton".

And now her organization has placed misleading robo-calls to African American voters that could help Hillary.

Obviously this alone is not conclusive evidence for anything nefarious, but it is another red flag on an already shaky landscape. I think this information should be spread widely so enterprising bloggers can fully "vet" it.

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By Sole Apr 30th 2008 at 6:06 pm EDT

She can fool and divide those white (may be blue-collar) from other educated ones, but I don't think she will succeed in dividing black faulks. It is going to be hard for her. Just think about this a little, "divide and conquer" what a concept, eh!! And the Democratic party a champion of unity, anti-apartheid from the start want to have this kind of person as a candidate...Good luck!!

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By Heather - An Obama victory would fulfill everything the rest of the world has been told America could be! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:12 pm EDT

Contact Women's Voices, Women's Vote and tell them they should be ashamed of themselves:

Link

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By BeeTee Apr 30th 2008 at 6:23 pm EDT

Just did:

Dear WWW:
I am extremely disappointed and ashamed of the tactics you are using in this primary election. Your efforts should be centered on empowering and uplifting voters, not disenfranchising or scaring them with nefarious tactics. This latest act is made worse by the fact that this conduct has been traced to your organziation in several previous primaries. Please publicly apologize to the voters and give them a clear explanation for this shameful conduct.

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By Nancy M. Apr 30th 2008 at 8:11 pm EDT

I just wrote, too. Among other things, I told them they make all women look bad when they do this.

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By Josh Apr 30th 2008 at 5:59 pm EDT

I have to say, I really like the new ad. I think that's exactly what people need to see: Barack "raw"... Barack speaking the truth. I think they are far more effective at getting the message out, are far less artificial that the typical political ad with all the fancy Ken Burns effects and various newspaper quotes and they are probably cheaper to make too. Now if we could only get one of these on healthcare, and one from Barack's 2002 speech on the war. Just let the message speak for itself.

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By Horace B. - Houston, TX Apr 30th 2008 at 5:59 pm EDT

I think the ad adresses everything perfectly. He calls out Hillary's misleading ad about him without calling her out in a nasty way. He states in detail a real solution to the oil problem and sounds very honest in doing so.

Our money well spent!

Yes We Can!

The Truth is what America Needs | Report to Admin

By ♥♪Ben, a true evangelical for OBAMA; For PUBLIC OPTION♪♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:00 pm EDT

Thank You Barack OBAMA.

YES WE CAN AND WE WILL!!!!!!

OBAMA '08 & '12

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By Obama Diva Extraordinaire Apr 30th 2008 at 6:01 pm EDT

That ad is outstanding. He took McClinton to the woodshed and didn't even have to mention them by name.

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By Mel Apr 30th 2008 at 6:03 pm EDT

ED SCHULTZ IS ON DAVID GREGGORY...MSNBC

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By The Extreme aka Allen Norfolk, VA Navy Sailor. Really Proud member of the Barack Obama/American People Party!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:05 pm EDT

I think that's the new campaign strategy from HQ - respond to both John McCain and Hillary's attacks without mentioning their names in response ads. It gets the point across, and Barack is able to stay positive and not go negative.

Of course, it'll be a different scenario once we get into Obama vs McCain, there will be a bunch of negative attack ads from McCain's camp, McCain will repeatedly say that he's not responsible for the negative ads... but Obama on the other hand, will hopefully NEVER come out with a negative ad against John McCain...

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By ♥♥♥ dreams of peace( who is tired of sara "kill em" & "drill em palin) ♥♥♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 7:25 pm EDT

There was a article which mentioned the RNC is only focusing on Barack. They have given hillary the silent treatment. They are ignoring her. We are their major competitors for the presidency.

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By Brigitte Apr 30th 2008 at 6:01 pm EDT

I want to thank and welcome the supers who have endorsed Barack Obama to our movement for change and unity in this country.

What foresight and courage the superdelegates who are endorsing Barack have to see beyond the distractions that have been dominating this nomination and the news lately. They should be congratulated and they should be remembered when we vote. I am taking a list of supers who backed Barack with me when I vote and I am making sure that in return I am voting for all of them if they are up for any elections, and I suggest that everyone involved in this movement do the same.

Its time for change in Washington and we need everyone united to make that change.

Clinton and McCain want to talk about change and experience, well we all see what their changes and experiences have done for us. Lets move on to the nomination of Barack. Thanks again.

Donate, endorse, vote!!!

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By Robin Pontiac, MI Apr 30th 2008 at 6:01 pm EDT

OK Michiganders...Call me if you'd like to take a free trip to IN this Saturday to canvass!!

Let's close this thing out Tuesday!!!

Lace, Micheal, Seth.....can't wait to hear from you!!

810-423-2088

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By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:09 pm EDT

I recieved a call from HQ the other day asking me to go, but I cannot go :(

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By Michael in PA - Outraged Hardboiled Citizen-Historian Thwacked Giddy with Hope Apr 30th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT

Robin - Wish I could! But the weekend is totally tied up (partner's in town for the first time in 6 weeks & other stuff) - what a drag, canvassing can be a gas and I bet it'd be an awesome weekend - sorry hermana but best of luck & thanks for organizing this & all your hard work, hope Seth & others can make it --

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By Winning in '08 Apr 30th 2008 at 6:02 pm EDT

For everyone who set up a fundraising page.. please turn it in tonight b4 midnight.. If you don't it won't count for April....

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By Will (Who is tired of the same old politics on capitol hill!) Apr 30th 2008 at 6:03 pm EDT

Since when do you have to "turn in"?

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By Winning in '08 Apr 30th 2008 at 6:11 pm EDT

From what I heard, the donations don't count towards the monthly totals until they are turned in.

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By Will (Who is tired of the same old politics on capitol hill!) Apr 30th 2008 at 6:29 pm EDT

Good to know :)

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By Lois in VT, who's got hope~ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:38 pm EDT

How do I turn in my fundraising page?

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By Nancy M. Apr 30th 2008 at 8:13 pm EDT

There is no such thing. The person above appears to be trying to make mischief!

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By Nancy M. Apr 30th 2008 at 8:12 pm EDT

This person is MAKING THIS UP. You don't need to do anything at all for your personal fundraising on the Obama site to be counted.

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By A Soldier's tears... OF JOY!!!!!!!!!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:02 pm EDT

TODAY is "the day" to donate!

Let's end this race and put our Man in the Winner's circle...

I just learned to make a fundraiser thermometer thingy, and would love for anyone just to donate $1.00 to my fundraiser for Barack :)

I will match every 1.00 donation today for the first 35 made :)

OBAMA 08!

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By Kim D, I survived the Tx Dem Convention, Apr 30th 2008 at 6:09 pm EDT

Soldier, you need a link.

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By Michele from Huntington Beach, CA Apr 30th 2008 at 10:12 pm EDT

Here it is:

Link

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By Christine "No Distractions" O'Bama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:16 pm EDT

Just donated $100 and am close to 100 calls today.

Yes, we can. :D

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By Obama's Knights Apr 30th 2008 at 11:18 pm EDT

You Rock, Christine from Winnetka!!!

Calling on SENIORS!!!!----SENIORS!!!!----SENIORS!!!! | Report to Admin

By Jennifer Hussein White ----"On to the White House with Senators Obama/Biden" Apr 30th 2008 at 6:02 pm EDT

Often labeled "the greatest generation," our SENIOR CITIZENS have seen a lot in their time. Many of them marched for equality beside Martin Luther King Jr., fought for justice with Bobby Kennedy, or answered a timeless call to service under President John F. Kennedy.

But now, many of them need help. They're concerned about Social Security or dealing with the maze of coverage for Medicare Part D. They're paying too much for prescription drugs and coping with rising costs on everything. More than anything, they're worried about the country they're leaving behind to their children and grandchildren.

Across this country and the remaining grandiose of states and territories: GUAM, INDIANA, NORTH CAROLINA, WEST VIRGINIA, KENTUCKY, OREGON, MONTANA, SOUTH DAKOTA, and PUERTO RICO---people are ready for NEW LEADERSHIP. They're ready for the torch to be passed to a new generation to bring about change we can believe in.

Please share this MUST SEE video to bring about "CHANGE"---

Link

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By Christine "No Distractions" O'Bama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:04 pm EDT

You know we must be doing well when they are coming out of the wood work. ;)

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 6:17 pm EDT

lol Christine you are SO RIGHT!!!

Let's go call IN and NC!!!

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By Christine "No Distractions" O'Bama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:20 pm EDT

Ain't it the truth?!

776 calls to Indiana and counting....

Yes, we can!

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By Natasha Apr 30th 2008 at 6:42 pm EDT

Fantastic Ad. He's on his A-game when he's calling BS.

Barry, you do the policy making. We'll do the support... Link

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 6:44 pm EDT

Christine knows what it's like to talk til you lose your voice on the phone to supporters!!!

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By Christine "No Distractions" O'Bama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:36 pm EDT

LOL!

I am not one to lose my voice easily (I was a trial lawyer in my other life), but it is starting to go today! Although I must say, it is a very small sacrifice for the cause.

Calls are going well. I posted an update when I hit 75 calls on an earlier thread, but I think it got buried, and then a new thread came up.

I need to make dinner, but I will try to post an update in a little bit.

My summary is: Very good response in Fort Wayne and Indy; things are a little tough in the suburbs of Gary, where Hill has already made several appearances this week. I have been very impressed with the number of women over 50 who are supporting Obama. I'm feeling pretty good.

There are so many people who have not made their "final decision," so if you have a little time, please make at least a set of 25 calls tonight. People have been very receptive and downright chatty in some cases. :D

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By Michele Apr 30th 2008 at 7:03 pm EDT

What are you hearing in Indiana, Christine?

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By MartisaHussein4Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:00 pm EDT

The Media is possibly the silliest, most bullying, sh** starting people I have ever seen. I swear, they are no better than those little girls they exploited a few months ago for fighting.

As a matter of a fact, they should be prosecuted for some of the lies and sound bite they put out because they put out half truths and they all from one station to the next; from one journalist to the next, tell different stories about the same damn subject. I use to love watching the news for what's going on around us, but these folks have no clue.

Stop watching guys, I gave up on them a month ago.

Obama 08

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By ★Holly♐HH Honored to Have Helped with This Historic Campaign! ★ Eugene Apr 30th 2008 at 7:11 pm EDT

However, every now and again they can help:

Please DIGG this story that has just been picked up by ABC -- Clinton's tall tale about how Bush let jobs be shipped to China... except it was her own dear HUSBAND who was actually responsible.

Link

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By Christine "No Distractions" O'Bama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:37 pm EDT

Digg it up!

This story broke through the efforts of a very tenacious Obama volunteer in Valparaso.

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By Let's laugh for a change. Apr 30th 2008 at 8:24 pm EDT

To borrow words from notable people (before HRC accuses me of plagiarism), here are very valid observations about the media and has been proven true over and over again by the talking heads...

All day long, Hollywood reporters lie in the sun, and when the sun goes down, they lie some more. (FRANK SINATRA, 1985)

(might as well be true to almost all MSM)...

Journalists say a thing that they knew is not true in the hope that if they keep on saying it long enough it will be true. (ARNOLD BENNET-'THE TITLE', 1918)

Journalism largely consists of saying "Lord Jones is dead, to people who never knew Lord Jones was alive. (G.K.CHESTERTON)

It's for us Obama supporters to help expose the truth...

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By Mark from Lexington, MA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:01 pm EDT

The Truth rocks!

It is a fantastic ad.

Here is the digg link. Please digg it up so that the folks who aren't on this blog get a chance to see it.

Link

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By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 7:13 pm EDT

I just "dugg" it --- and to think, last week I didn't even know what digging is.

I am going to borrow -- not plagiarize -- your post and repost it below so more people "digg" it. I hope you don't mind!

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By ★Holly♐HH Honored to Have Helped with This Historic Campaign! ★ Eugene Apr 30th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT

Dugg! Change you can Xerox. Copy it. Distribute it. Tell the world!

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By The Pollitikat Apr 30th 2008 at 8:07 pm EDT

I love the new add, gives Obama opportunity to show his problem solving skills. Thats why I believe in this man and believe he is our best chance at real change in this country.

Thanks for all the great response to my post this morning, even though everyone disagreed with me I appreciate the feedback. I noticed many didnt comment on any of the issues I raised in the peice. While I do critique Obama, I assure you the main point of the post was to ask questions about the influence of the media on our countries politics. Do we continue allowing ourselves to be distracted by these fake stories, giving them credence, or do we push back and free ourselves from corporate owned and controlled media.

I have reposted below:

I wake up today extremely disappointed in Senator Obama. I am sorry to see that he has allowed to media to pressure him into denouncing his own pastor. When will we learn not to give in to media pressure and to pressure the media? Too bad he was not able to see the trap laid by the republicans and corporate controlled media. By denouncing his pastor he has acquiesced to the media interpretation of Wrights “politician” comment and opened the door to future denouncements. He allowed the pastors words to be taken out of context and pandered to a certain element in American society who has long controlled the social agenda in this country.

This incident harkens back to the Al Gore Elian Gonzales debacle or the John Kerry “the troops died for nothing” statement. Al Gore was pressured to say he thought Elian Gonzales should stay in America pandering to the Cubans in Florida who were not and did not vote for him, and probably would have gotten more votes if he has said the Elian should go home to his father preserving the family unit. John Kerry made a legitimate critique of the war in Iraq and was pressured to reinterpret and then apologize for his words which were in fact true then and continues to be true today. These two incidents to me were minor but had a significant impact on the campaign. Both related to the candidates delectability in the sense that it showed weakness and lack of conviction. I am concerned that this is another one of those moments.

Read my full post: Link

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By The Pollitikat Apr 30th 2008 at 8:38 pm EDT

Re: No Excuses for Rev Wright

Reply By The Pollitikat 13 seconds ago

Ironically it was blacks who did not stand with the Reverend. If blacks did not go on tv and act like this was foreign to them this would not have been a story. If we framed it in the proper context and not allow the media to do it for us this story would have been over months ago. It was indeed blacks who openly criticize Rev Wright, a respectable man, and those who are criticizing have never done even one tenth of the work he has done for the community. Some people wont get off their arses now and support Obama.

If blacks stood with Rev. Wright and Obama and showed love instead of respond to the hate This would have been over when it started. I still believe the denouncing is more a reflection on Obama than Wright, and could be used against Obama in general election because it now shifts from Rev. Wright to Obamas integrity. The question now become why did he stay there for twenty years, that question will continue to be asked.

While I still believe in Obama I am disappointed in his handling. I do not agree with Obama on everything, I might critique him but I still support him as the next president. My loyalty is not to Obama but America, and I do believe in Obamas ability to lead America. See, it is true one can disagree with someone and still respect them.

Read full blog post: Link

donate: Link

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By Cynthia Bartley of Portland, OR Apr 30th 2008 at 9:54 pm EDT

The election of Obama is the push back- time is limited so we need to focus on getting him elected, he is less then 300 delegates from a win- its about delegates- if we get there, the demoratic party is just waiting to bless the results and be free from things like the media nonsense and big money.

Te key to him getting votes is getting to know him- Obama is doing his part- we need to call and canvass. I am swamped by work, but this needs my spare time to do what I can- even 25 calls by each of us adds up- we do not need to win states for credibility- just enough votes to get delegates now-

Obama has won the advantage in gaining the majority- opinions sway in a few weeks, so we cannot get wrapped up in polls that bounce up and down every few days.

After HRC is defeated, it will be easier to win everyone back.

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By We the People08 May 1st 2008 at 1:07 am EDT

I still don't know what the digg is when I go on there I don't know what to do.

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By Ismael from Santa Rosa, CA Apr 30th 2008 at 10:32 pm EDT

Brialliant, mucho Brilliant, We watched .kieth O he is the only to watch from now on,Stop watching the rest they are totally Full of BS. we have a ceisis in our Country and all the want talk is about Rev Wright, how stupid do they think we are.
Let's push back with donations and show the the money and the power of the people. for the peopleFor our next PRESIDENT Barack Obama.

GREAT AD! | Report to Admin

By BroncoSandi from Idaho Apr 30th 2008 at 6:02 pm EDT

Wonderful Ad!! Play it everywhere.. CNN and MSNBC..
They need to see it too..

Oh Yes We Can! | Report to Admin

By Donna No Shock Barack No Drama Obama of MD Apr 30th 2008 at 6:02 pm EDT

In response to the "first" so-called DieHard Supporter at the beginning of this thread:

We have been told we cannot do this by a chorus of cynics who will only grow louder and more dissonant.
We’ve been asked to pause for a reality check.
We’ve been warned against offering the people of this nation false hope.
But in the unlikely story that is America, there has never been anything false about hope. We want change!

We have been told we cannot do this by a chorus of cynics who will only grow louder and more dissonant.
We’ve been asked to pause for a reality check.
We’ve been warned against offering the people of this nation false hope.
But in the unlikely story that is America, there has never been anything false about hope. We want change!We have been told we cannot do this by a chorus of cynics who will only grow louder and more dissonant.
We’ve been asked to pause for a reality check.
We’ve been warned against offering the people of this nation false hope.
But in the unlikely story that is America, there has never been anything false about hope. We want change!

Please donate to my fundraiser to prove to the cynics that we cannot be derailed.Link

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By Donna No Shock Barack No Drama Obama of MD Apr 30th 2008 at 6:05 pm EDT

Sorry! I should have proof this before I posted.

Thank you | Report to Admin

By Kim Apr 30th 2008 at 6:02 pm EDT

I've been waiting for an ad all day!!!

YES WE CAN

live stream starting | Report to Admin

By maria from europe Apr 30th 2008 at 6:03 pm EDT

Michelle Obama in IN

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By maria from europe Apr 30th 2008 at 6:05 pm EDT

no sound so far and link is cnn live
Link

PUSH THE GAS TAX ISSUE | Report to Admin

By ObamaCanada Apr 30th 2008 at 6:04 pm EDT

Obama is on the right side of the gas tax issue, McCain and Clinton aren't. This issue should be seriously pushed because it proves a number of issues.

*Obama tells you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear.
*Obama has better judgement.
*Obama will not pander to the voters just to get elected.The man has principals and will do what's right for America and the world.

Believe me this is a real powerful issue. In Canada a government was thrown out and lost the national election over a 15 cent per gallon gas tax. An ad should be ran and this issue should be one of the main items discussed in phone conversations. It's something every single voter understands and Obama is on the right side of the issue and getting great press as a result..

Re: PUSH THE GAS TAX ISSUE | Report to Admin

By Bruce the Obamacan Apr 30th 2008 at 6:08 pm EDT

Gerry: View the ad above. I think this is a strong statement. What more are you looking for?

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By Sonya May 1st 2008 at 12:38 am EDT

The ad is great. He needs to run it A LOT in Indiana and NC. He also needs to talk it up on his stump speeches. He can do this without getting negative and "naming names". My opponents (plural) is enough. He also needs to have his surrogates flood the news channels speaking to this issue. If he waits for Morning Joe or CNN to blare this information it's not going to happen. I think making sure that Alexrod and Co push this on the morning press calls is also important. He needs to have the new superdelegate that just endorsed - Hill - and maybe even Lee Hamilton on the ground in Indiana explaining this specific gas tax pander and then explain HIS plan to provide LONG-TERM relief for the gas prices. Also, he'll be on Meet the Press for the entire hour on Sunday I believe. Excellent opportunity to bring this home.

Turn it all around | Report to Admin

By Steven from Columbia, MO Apr 30th 2008 at 6:04 pm EDT

Obama can shut her up quick and take away her strongest arguments at same time. Take positive action to finish this now and look even more like a uniter, reconciler and leader. How? Agree to the Michigan proposal to give her 69 delegates and him 59 (without accepting the popular vote count). Would leave us only needing 75 pledged delagates to be assured a majority. Then for unity sake, grant her 55% of Florida's delagates, giving us 95 out of 211. That would put us over the majority. then Name Kathleen Sebelius as VP candidate, winning support of women voters.

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By Bruce the Obamacan Apr 30th 2008 at 6:15 pm EDT

This won't work because the magic number of delegates needed goes up if you add MI & FL back into the mix (goes up to 2208): Link

Also, it sets a disastrous precedent. You will have told every state that there is no penalty for breaking the rules. You thought this primary season was too long, just watch what happens next time around if you cave to MI & FL.

I've yet to see an expert in support | Report to Admin

By Carol Apr 30th 2008 at 6:04 pm EDT

of this gas tax. Nice to see who has the best grasp of the issues and know a dumb Idea when they see it. Hilary should be ashamed of herself following McCAin the mere fact that someone who said they know nothing about the ecomony should be a clue that you need to think twice before you adopt any economic policy that they suggest. I hope this gas tax SINK BOTH their campaigns. They are both republicans that I dont like (to be distinguished from republicans that I do like) so hopefully their candidacy crash and burn.

Carol

Re: I've yet to see an expert in support | Report to Admin

By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Apr 30th 2008 at 6:17 pm EDT

You got that right. And here's a Fact Check article on this issue I found via Yahoo. Link

don't let her beat us in April | Report to Admin

By Marina from Maine Apr 30th 2008 at 6:05 pm EDT

It’s very important to donate today. We can’t have HRC raise more than us this month. Remember, she supposedly raised $10 million in one day after PA.

To make a contribution to match another supporter’s donation, go to Link. It’s a great way to help others meet their fundraising goal, and it helps build community and morale. I like to give several $10 matching donations- it’s fun to hook up with others.

To receive a limited edition car magnet for $15, go to Link.

To receive a limited edition T-shirt for $30, go to Link.

To receive a limited edition Vote for Change poster for $30, go to Link.

Those with fundraising goals might want to contribute what they've made so far.

Some Stuff is Gonna Hit the Roof | Report to Admin

By IRocku Apr 30th 2008 at 6:05 pm EDT

Sen. Evan Bayh, D-Ind,, Clinton's top surrogate in the state, often joins her on the stump in bashing the president for allowing Magnequench to move abroad. What Bayh doesn't tell voters these days is that he has blamed the company's moving on a 1995 decision made by Clinton's husband's administration.

...Andy Albers, a former vice president of Magnequench, said he received a phone call from Clinton's campaign to go over key details of Clinton's Valparaiso event before it happened on April 12.

"I told them all the truth, but it didn't go anywhere," Albers told ABC News. "Evan Bayh and Hillary Clinton are living in some false reality here, making all these false accusations."

Full ABC Televison Report at 6:30 Eastern

Link

Re: Some Stuff is Gonna Hit the Roof | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 6:07 pm EDT

"We've got to elect a president next January who's going to remember Magnequench," Clinton told voters in Valparaiso on April 12.

I think she could be the one.

Re: Some Stuff is Gonna Hit the Roof | Report to Admin

By Hope Won Apr 30th 2008 at 6:08 pm EDT

I sent this on to HQ and asked them to run an ad immediately. This is really a big story. It needs to run before next Tuesday in Indiana.

YES WE CAN!!!

Re: Some Stuff is Gonna Hit the Roof | Report to Admin

By Rachel Apr 30th 2008 at 6:11 pm EDT

We have to make this story VIRAL. Here is another version -
Link

If you put this on blogs and enough interest is shown it helps get it picked up by the MSM.

I don't think Obama campaign wants to go on the attack, so it's up to us to push the story. Please help.

Re: Some Stuff is Gonna Hit the Roof | Report to Admin

By Sharon~Independent for Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:50 pm EDT

You are exactly right! It's up to us to push stories into the forefront. We can force the media to cover issues, if we bombard them with massive amounts of emails. Our efforts needs to be impactful...it can't just be an email or two trickling in.

Re: Some Stuff is Gonna Hit the Roof | Report to Admin

By Wendy Wilson Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

Thanks for posting this! Someone call Ed Schultz tomorrow with this article.

Another classic quote about that woman:

"I told them all the truth, but it didn't go anywhere," Albers told ABC News. "Evan Bayh and Hillary Clinton are living in some false reality here, making all these false accusations."

I see Michelle on CNN | Report to Admin

By ✫ Southpaw for our new Lefthanded POTUS! ✫ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:05 pm EDT

I see Michelle on CNN, but isn't there supposed to be a rally in Bloomington, also? At 6? Anyone...anyone...?

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By maria from europe Apr 30th 2008 at 6:08 pm EDT

maybe is late :D that way we will see both ;)

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By joy Apr 30th 2008 at 6:12 pm EDT

the bloomington rally starts at 8.30pm, but doors open at 6.

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By maria from europe Apr 30th 2008 at 6:23 pm EDT

thank you :D

MEDIA UNTRUTHS | Report to Admin

By L from Lawton, MI Apr 30th 2008 at 6:20 pm EDT

A couple of my relatives watch FOX NEWS constantly. They had a ton of negatives to
bombard me with regarding Senator Obama. So,
I went and did the research to share the truth with them. They told me that Obama never votes in the Senate. O.K. so I pulled up the voting records. For the record:

Durint this 110th congress and campaign season
the candidates missed votes % is as follows:

McCain 50%
Obama 40%
Clinton 27%

I pointed out the candidates were campaigning and could not be in two places at once. Then my relatives said, "well in the last congress, then."

Sorry, I had that info too.

McCain missed 9% of the votes
Clinton missed 2.7% of the votes
Obama missed only 1.7% of the votes

Why is there NO LONGER any truth in reporting on television. It is an outrage !

Then, of course, good ole Fox must have been reporting that Obama wants "change" but never says what he is going to change or how.

So, I downloaded his blueprint and views on the issues to share with them. They are so blinded they would not even look at it saying, "he won't be able to do anything. He says he is going to bring businesses back to the United States. Now how is he going to do that." I suggested that he was going to not allow subsidies to US companies overseas. She did not even know about that hand out. I could not convince her.

Then she asked "what has he ever done ?" I wiped out his state senate voting records/bills and some of his voting records. But it was hopeless. ...brainwashed by Fox News.

I do have a concern, however, with all the preacher issues. I did not hear or see the man and what he did or said. I did see Obama last night. I think it is going to be very difficult for the America people to believe that Senator Obama was not aware of that preachers views. And Senator Obama admitted it himself that the guy married he and his wife, baptised his children and from what I heard from my Aunt, the ranting against America "Damn America" repeatedly said by that preacher in the pulpit made it real hard to believe that Senator Obama was not aware that the preacher felt that way. That is going to be

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By ♥ Tanya ♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:26 pm EDT

Well, the minister himself (won't use his name here) even stated during his slamming of Obama during the press conference that Obama didn't hear those sermons. Furthermore, an MSNBC analyst and former attendee of the church said she'd never in her years attending heard such words uttered.

Some people don't want to be convinced. I'm sure those are folks who wouldn't have voted for Obama anyway. They just need a reason to "justify" their decision.

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By ✫ Southpaw for our new Lefthanded POTUS! ✫ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:27 pm EDT

You won't convince everyone. Don't kill yourself, trying. Some people won't vote for him. Don't take it personally. Okay??...okay.

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By Norm from Chelsea, MA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:10 pm EDT

..."Why is there NO LONGER any truth in reporting on television?"

Answer: Because they are under the control of Lobbysts who are represented by HRC and MKcCain!

They will only report anyting that will conserve the status. That includes both lies truths. And of course anything that will derail our campaign because we are threatening their base - the status quo.

Donate Donate
Make calls,
make calls

YES WE CAN!
Make calls.

MEDIA UNTRUTHS | Report to Admin

By L from Lawton, MI Apr 30th 2008 at 6:23 pm EDT

A couple of my relatives watch FOX NEWS constantly. They had a ton of negatives to
bombard me with regarding Senator Obama. So,
I went and did the research to share the truth with them. They told me that Obama never votes in the Senate. O.K. so I pulled up the voting records. For the record:

Durint this 110th congress and campaign season
the candidates missed votes % is as follows:

McCain 50%
Obama 40%
Clinton 27%

I pointed out the candidates were campaigning and could not be in two places at once. Then my relatives said, "well in the last congress, then."

Sorry, I had that info too.

McCain missed 9% of the votes
Clinton missed 2.7% of the votes
Obama missed only 1.7% of the votes

Why is there NO LONGER any truth in reporting on television. It is an outrage !

Then, of course, good ole Fox must have been reporting that Obama wants "change" but never says what he is going to change or how.

So, I downloaded his blueprint and views on the issues to share with them. They are so blinded they would not even look at it saying, "he won't be able to do anything. He says he is going to bring businesses back to the United States. Now how is he going to do that." I suggested that he was going to not allow subsidies to US companies overseas. She did not even know about that hand out. I could not convince her.

Then she asked "what has he ever done ?" I whipped out his state senate voting records/bills and some of his voting records. But it was hopeless. ...brainwashed by Fox News.

I do have a concern, however, with all the preacher issues. I did not hear or see the man and what he did or said. I did see Obama last night. I think it is going to be very difficult for the America people to believe that Senator Obama was not aware of that preachers views. And Senator Obama admitted it himself that the guy married he and his wife, baptised his children and from what I heard from my Aunt, the ranting against America "Damn America" repeatedly said by that preacher in the pulpit made it real hard to believe that Senator Obama was not aware that the preacher felt that way. That is going to be

Re: MEDIA UNTRUTHS | Report to Admin

By Arlene Apr 30th 2008 at 6:36 pm EDT

KEEP PRINTING this out all the time..
Keep it on everyblog what you just sent us here
and send it out...and I will copy this too
and send it out to others!!
THANKS FOR THE MEDIA UNTRUTHS

I understand and agree with you...
and also
WHY DIDNT THE MEDIA show the original
interview afterPA of Hillary saying
SHE would Annilate IRAN if they went after
Israel? Where is that interview, the only
person who came close was Keith Oberman...
on
MSNBC and she looked like a crazy mad
woman scientist,,she didnt even acknowledge
she would confer with Congress etc etc
SOOOOOO PEOPLE ....write, send, donate
and today is good as any to do it

THANKS AGAIN!!!

Arlene

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By Rock on Mr. President!! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:11 pm EDT

She said "obliterate"

Also re: Rev Wright...Listen to Barack's More Perfect Union speech. He acknoweldged some controversy. They need to understand Barack the man..

Barack the man-date...I just love that one

I swore I wouldn't talk about Wright anymore (sorry)

I do hope you are participating in the boycott against Fox news (ofcourse)but sponsors as well. You do not have to write the sponsors officially just do it...

Does anyone have the list?

I do hope we still are?

Ford (bummer)is a big sponsor.

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By MartisaHussein4Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:25 pm EDT

L,

Remember FOX (FIXED) News are the freaks that help us vote in Bush to go to War on a lie. So, FOX (FIXED) News has been lying since they were even became popular.

Tell your relatives like I tell mind, research the old way...Media is nothing but Propoganda.

Wow. Awesome AD | Report to Admin

By Sarah in San Diego Apr 30th 2008 at 6:06 pm EDT

This is EXACTLY the kind of commercial we need in Indiana(And soon enough for the general). Well done, HQ! Barack talking(because who says it better) in front of an energized crowd(the movement as a visual never fails to move me), and bullet points with specifics and a strong, deliberate message.

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By Andrew Patterson Apr 30th 2008 at 7:51 pm EDT

Ditto Gr8 add,
This issue is yet another example of Obama's leadership capabilities, he doesn't jump the bandwagon like McCain and Hillary.That kind of bandwagon let us get into Iraq.

THIS IS A GENERAL ELECTION ISSUE.AND A LIVE EXAMPLE HOW OBAMA IS DIFFERENT AND CAN BRING CHANGE,
And to see how it resonates by how those people were all nodding their heads, classic

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By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 6:06 pm EDT

This is a great ad! Keep up the great work.

Yes We Can!

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By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 6:16 pm EDT

I know it would cost more $$, but I'd love it if we could make this:

Link

or at least about the 1st minute of this into a TV commercial. It SO captures the spirit of this campaign.

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By Please delete my profile... Apr 30th 2008 at 6:22 pm EDT

keep up the good work! This is what we give money for! SEIU have a good one, too!

My first personal blog | Report to Admin

By Bringing the Government back to the People~ or "Curious in NC" Apr 30th 2008 at 6:07 pm EDT

I just created my blog page and wrote my first personal blog! Not that it is any great achievement but I was happy about it.

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By Hope Won Apr 30th 2008 at 6:09 pm EDT

That is great! Do you have a link? I will go there. Thanks!

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By Bringing the Government back to the People~ or "Curious in NC" Apr 30th 2008 at 6:17 pm EDT

yes... here ya go Link

there's only one post on there right now..lol

Re: My first personal blog | Report to Admin

By Hope Won Apr 30th 2008 at 6:22 pm EDT

You have two now. :) Thanks!

YES WE CAN!!!

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By Bringing the Government back to the People~ or "Curious in NC" Apr 30th 2008 at 6:32 pm EDT

Thank you! Actually I have 5 comments now... ONe wasn't so great... but that's ok... I won't delete it..

Thank you to those of you who read it and understood what I was asking.

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By Obama08NOW Apr 30th 2008 at 6:09 pm EDT

Reported him/her!

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By Anna-Maria Apr 30th 2008 at 6:17 pm EDT

Reported! Please donate to my page before midnight!

Indiana Primary - Vote Obama | Report to Admin

By M from Dallas, TX Apr 30th 2008 at 6:21 pm EDT

Indiana Primary - Vote Obama

Who do you predict will win the Indiana Democratic Primary?

--------> Link

Vote Obama!!

.

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By The Truth Apr 30th 2008 at 6:23 pm EDT

YEAH!!!!

THAT'S WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT!!!! THE TRUTH!!!! NO LIES!!!!

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By The Truth Apr 30th 2008 at 6:26 pm EDT

I've been dying to hear him say that.

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

Barack, remember Magnequench! (no more in Idiana) | Report to Admin

By Fire Is Born Apr 30th 2008 at 7:35 pm EDT

I still dislike Gibson and ABC but just for this time I will use their services, this story is getting BIG. Read it from the ABC page and make it viral. The company's former vice president supports Sen Obama.
"Clinton Decries China's Acquisition of Indiana Company -- Ignoring Her Husband's Role in the Sale
By JAKE TAPPER
Apr. 30, 2008—
As she campaigns throughout Indiana, Sen. Hillary Clinton has been talking quite a bit about Magnequench, a Valparaiso, Ind., factory that moved to China.
"We've got to elect a president next January who's going to remember Magnequench," Clinton told voters in Valparaiso on April 12.
It seems, however, that when it comes to Magnequench there's quite a bit that Clinton has conveniently forgotten.
Watch "World News with Charles Gibson" TONIGHT at 6:30 p.m. ET for the full report. " Indiana, watch ABC tonight!
"We went to Valparaiso," Clinton told voters in Princeton, Ind., last night, "where there used to be a plant called Magnequench that made the magnets that helped to guide the precision-guided missiles, the so-called smart bombs. (...) Clinton continued, saying, "Well, a Chinese company bought Magnequench and then they decided that they were going to move the whole company from Indiana to China. Now the president of the United States has the authority to veto that kind of a move, but Senator [Evan] Bayh begged the Bush administration not to export it # it was going to lose jobs but it was also going to lose the know-how, the technical sophistication that created those magnets. President Bush and his administration wouldn't, basically wouldn't even give Evan Bayh the time of day. Those jobs left, and along with them went the savvy to make the magnets."
What Clinton doesn't tell voters is that Magnequench was originally sold to Chinese interests during her husband's administration, which okayed the move despite concerns about national security and eventual job loss. Experts say the Chinese acquired the "technical sophistication" that created the magnets long before George W. Bush took office.
Sen. Evan Bayh, D-Ind,, Clinton's top surrogate in the state, often joins her on the stump in bashing the president for allowing Magnequench to move abroad. What Bayh doesn't tell voters these days is that he has blamed the company's moving on a 1995 decision made by Clinton's husband's administration. “

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By Wendi Apr 30th 2008 at 7:45 pm EDT

UNBELIEVABLE!!!! ABC's website has already pulled the Magnequench story --- what kind of BS is this? Just when I thought ABC was maybe redeeming itself....within minutes of the stroy airing, it's gone.....to be replaced with a story that is more pro-Hillary.....

Re: Barack, remember Magnequench! (no more in Idiana) | Report to Admin

By Wendi Apr 30th 2008 at 7:53 pm EDT

at least as the "Top Story" -- we can still access it, but it won't get the attention that it should if we don't help it along.....

Re: Barack, remember Magnequench! (no more in Idiana) | Report to Admin

By barbie snow in k-ville TN Apr 30th 2008 at 7:58 pm EDT

they do that alot,,get those high priced lawyers and threLink to sue..I know it is on DIGG

Re: Barack, remember Magnequench! (no more in Idiana) | Report to Admin

By Midastouch Apr 30th 2008 at 8:56 pm EDT

The story that was on ABC this evening about Hill and Bill is still available. I emailed it to myself but I don't know how to make it a link on the blog.

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By JillianO formerly JROBAMA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:46 pm EDT

Reported...but not annoyed. I'm on cloud nine after seeing Baracks new ad.

Can I say how much I love this man and this campaign!!?!!?!!

Truth from a politician...who'da thunk it, LOL.

YES WE CAN!!!!

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By The Truth Apr 30th 2008 at 7:30 pm EDT

I HOPE... they play this ad a lot.

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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 Apr 30th 2008 at 7:51 pm EDT

We found his picture:
Link

YES WE CAN!

Re: big concern | Report to Admin

By Kat Apr 30th 2008 at 8:42 pm EDT

very happy to make another April contribution!

and.....

WHO IS OUT OF TOUCH?
Just now listening to McCain, He says that $30 in savings from the gas tax being lifted is a big deal to us little folk out here and is sure to give a lift to my morale!
(just thought of a great political cartoon.... a McCain term would be a Bush redux so remind me please who was that little gnome-like creature in the Austin Powers movie International Man of Mystery?? ... Mini Me!

Re: big concern | Report to Admin

By Raz May 1st 2008 at 6:18 am EDT

I have to agree. This is one of the best ads from him thatI have seen.

GOBAMA '08

Pander bear caught.. | Report to Admin

By barbie snow in k-ville TN Apr 30th 2008 at 7:55 pm EDT

this story has been around for weeks, finally one of the MSM got tired of the other stuff..

ABC tring to redeem itself..

Link

Re: Pander bear caught.. | Report to Admin

By Daniel from Los Angeles, CA (I believe in Barack!) Apr 30th 2008 at 10:37 pm EDT

A little too late and they would have to give Obama a lot more credit then that come here and election day to sway my opinion. But at least Ill digg the article and give them a kudos for posting

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By Gina for Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:28 pm EDT

Senator Obama does NOT need Karl Rove to "teach" or "instruct" him on anything. Senator Obama is a highly intelligent man. The media will scrutinize the Obama campaign regardless of what they say or do. They are darned if they do and darned if they don't. The Obamas will be in our White House come January 2009! Believe that! Yes they will! No need for a "BIG CONCERN" for the Obama supporters; we will be just fine come November!

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By A Rebirth Apr 30th 2008 at 7:11 pm EDT

People like Karl Rove should be rallying up their defences come February 2009 when he and all the Bush-mechancis of this war and economy will be impeached/court-marshalled/haw led before a jury of their peers for the crimes committed against the United States and the world.

They insult Americans by playing this game, they think this is 'fun' but as God is my witness, their judgement day is fast approaching and I hope the American people will stop at nothing to hold them accountable to the --th degree!

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By Viva Obama so proud to have voted for HOPE and to have rejected the hype Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

The republicans think they are so smart. They are trying to give the illusion that they want to run against Barack when we all know that they have invested in running against Hillary. They are pulling a page from Karl Rove's play book and they think we are not smart enough to figure that out. They know Hillary is the only candidate that can unite their base. Republicans and Independents voting for Barack will not vote for Hillary for sure. We must stay on message. With the help of Hillary the republicans have managed to interfere in our process. They are attempting to derail us but they know not that what does not kill us will definitely make us stronger. We are stronger despite all the silliness. Indianna and North Carolina need to bring this home for us!

Let's stay fired up and ready to go people. Phonebank and canvass to alert and assure voters. Donate to keep this campaign funded. Let's stay on message. Yes we can!

Obama for POTUS 2008-2016.

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By Easton - [Obama is the "ONLY" One Can Restore America's Image Around The World]- FL Apr 30th 2008 at 7:47 pm EDT

Afusat from Princeton, NJ,

I AGREE 100%!

I TAUGHT I WAS THE ONLY ONE THAT DISCOVER THIS SLICK TRICK BY THE REPUBLICANS!

THEY DONT WANT TO FACE OBAMA in a general election period! THEY ARE RUNNING SCARED TO DEATH!

This is why they keep riding and focust DAY AND NIGHT ON TEARING DOWN OBAMA with Nonsence. THIS IS WHY THEY HELP HILLARY TO COSTANTLY ATTACK OBAMA! JUST LIKE YOU SAY IT IS AN ILLUSION!!

MICHELL OBAMA LIVE IN Indiana!

CLICK> Link

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By The Truth Apr 30th 2008 at 7:47 pm EDT

Hey slow down there "Viva Obama", I'm still a republican, and I think I'm smart, because I'm going to switch parties to vote for Obama in the general. ;)

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By Awake for Change in PIttsburgh, PA Apr 30th 2008 at 8:10 pm EDT

Hey Truth: I apologize. I admire your free thining experience. I thinke we mean here "The Republican Establishment". I admire very deeply Republicans who stick to the traditional values of the Republican Party. I think Mr. Obama in many ways embodies those Lincolnian attributes. I value your input here so thank you for being here.

YES, YES, YES ! | Report to Admin

By Boomer_4_Barack Apr 30th 2008 at 6:07 pm EDT

I love this ad. Nobody in this campaign does the TRUTH better than BO.

Well done, HQ!

GOBAMA!!!

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By Arlene in Maine Apr 30th 2008 at 6:09 pm EDT

All right, before anybody jumps on me...I have come up with a positive way of coping with Pat Buchanan on MSNBC (because I can't turn my TV off, I just can't). My positive reframe is that the worse Pat Buchanan says Obama is doing, it really means we are doing better and better...it's THAT simple... :D Woo-hoo!!!

(If I had the desire and the time, I could do a research study on this...Dinosaur Pat Bigot-cannon is so consistent, I love it)

HOW MUCH | Report to Admin

By Priscilla ; A change is coming to 1600 Pennsalvania Ave! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:10 pm EDT

do you all think we've raised in April?! I hope it's a good number, April has been a tough month for us!

Re: HOW MUCH | Report to Admin

By SoCalHopeMonger Apr 30th 2008 at 6:13 pm EDT

I hope so too! Everyone please donate as much as you can before midnight tonight!

Re: HOW MUCH | Report to Admin

By Canada4Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

I have a feeling that it will be more than last months. 40+ million. :)

I Love It!!! | Report to Admin

By ♥ Tanya ♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:10 pm EDT

Barack and Campaign Staff -- I Looove this Ad!

"Truth". Says it all. One of the best response ads yet! Keep 'em coming. Great Work!

More Supers? | Report to Admin

By Morgan in Seattle..... ¨ ¨°º¤ ★ Yes We Did! ★ ¤º°¨ ¨ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:10 pm EDT

Sounds like there are more Supers to follow...[ Link ]

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By Patricia aka "Sweetie" Apr 30th 2008 at 7:12 pm EDT

Here's a quote from that article:

Obama currently holds an 18-13 lead among committed superdelegates in the Senate, while Clinton holds a 77-74 lead in the House. Asked which way the committed-but-unannounced superdelegates are leaning, McCaskill -- who has endorsed Obama -- said: "James Brown would say, 'I Feel Good.'"

Link

Win the Day!! | Report to Admin

By Peggy Apr 30th 2008 at 6:11 pm EDT

That is a great ad!!

On my profile the quote that I selected was "Win the Day" It is actually the slogan The Oregon Duck football team used last year as their theme.(Go Ducks!!) It really stuck with me. Do what I can today right now in order to be successful. Whats my job right now? Should I donate? Should I make some calls or write some postcards? Should I read up on the issues that are important in this campaign. Should I put a bumper sticker on my car or a lawn sign in my front yard? I think you get the picture. What can I do TODAY to help get Barack elected as the next President of the United States? Lets win the day!!
YES WE CAN!! YES WE CAN!!

EXCELLENT! | Report to Admin

By Connie from Menlo Park, CA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:12 pm EDT

I think this is the best ad I've seen yet. It puts it all in a nutshell - Barack's honesty, the problems we face in Washington, and most importantly, concrete solutions that really work. BRAVO!

I am re-working my phone "schpeal" (for lack of knowing how to spell it) to convey these very important points succinctly. Back to the phones in IN!

Re: EXCELLENT! | Report to Admin

By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 6:26 pm EDT

Go michelle!

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By Dana "Sweetie" Voting for "That One" from NYC Apr 30th 2008 at 6:52 pm EDT

I love it too. Honest, tough without being negative, direct, shows who he is, and most important this is an issue that's really on the voters minds!

More like this please!!!

Trip to the Grocery Store.. | Report to Admin

By BroncoSandi from Idaho Apr 30th 2008 at 6:12 pm EDT

I'm reposting as we have a new page....

Trip to the Grocery Store..

I Iwent to the Grocery store
this afternoon and bought $135. worth of groceries.. with no meat except hot dogs. As I was checking out I gave a big sigh and the lady behind me said , "It is depressing." I agreed and said I thought the prices were a reflection of the higher gas prices. She said,"Do you think that the present administration will do anything about it to help us? I think we need a new party in DC so something will be done about this recession gas, health care and all" The checker lady spoke up and said, " Can you believe all the garbage that is going on?" I said will I'm fed up with the fighting and they both agreed . Then Hillary's name came up and they both spoke up and said that they wanted Obama and they can't take Hillary.. The lies, the Rev all of it...They just want Obama and all the garbage to be over. They think he is an honest caring man. These were two strangers, older white ladies who would be in the Hillary group if we listen to the media and they were for Obama. Both live in Oregon and will be voting in the next few weeks by mail. They lifted my spirits and I hope their story lifts yours. YES WE CAN!! AND WE WILL!!
And I donated today in spite of buying groceries... : )

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By Mia-NC, Know hope! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:16 pm EDT

What a great story! I am always so happy to read the positive ways this campaign is bringing people together. I have to admit I always feel closer to people when I find out they like Obama. It's like instant friend!

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By CMarieCT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:47 pm EDT

Good Evening Obama Family - I, too, had a crunch form $ today...

Trip to get my car out of the shop $625.00 - yes, I felt a little down, but I came home and donated $40.00 now feel so much Better!

Love you ALL!

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By Bringing the Government back to the People~ or "Curious in NC" Apr 30th 2008 at 6:20 pm EDT

That is a great story.

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By ♥ Tanya ♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:28 pm EDT

Thanks for sharing that!!! I love stories like that...

ABC News Hits Clinton on Plant Closing | Report to Admin

By rabs Apr 30th 2008 at 6:12 pm EDT

Link
On ABC NEWS at 6:30 p.m. April 30 -- please forward link to all.

Re: ABC News Hits Clinton on Plant Closing | Report to Admin

By elsie from CT, it's a long long road.... Apr 30th 2008 at 6:16 pm EDT

no abc for me. let me know how it goes

Re: ABC News Hits Clinton on Plant Closing | Report to Admin

By Jennifer Hussein White ----"On to the White House with Senators Obama/Biden" Apr 30th 2008 at 6:18 pm EDT

This is HUGE for Indiana's decision on the 22nd. This need NOT be swept under the rug.

Re: ABC News Hits Clinton on Plant Closing | Report to Admin

By Change comes from the bottom up, especially if you have a cattle prod , ya hear me Blue Dogs!!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:29 pm EDT

6:30 PM in some markets, but 5:30 in other markets. Just tune into the ABC Evening news, what ever time it aires in your community.

Re: ABC News Hits Clinton on Plant Closing | Report to Admin

By Linda H Apr 30th 2008 at 6:49 pm EDT

I hope the Barack campaign saw this. This is another lie from the Clintons. This was worth watching.

Europe for Obama! | Report to Admin

By Anna-Maria Apr 30th 2008 at 6:12 pm EDT

A friend of mine wants to contribute to my fundraising page, how do they do it if they are not 'on the blog'?

Re: Europe for Obama! | Report to Admin

By Lois in VT, who's got hope~ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:47 pm EDT

send your friend an invitation to donate from your fundraising page.

What the heck...... | Report to Admin

By Donna No Shock Barack No Drama Obama of MD Apr 30th 2008 at 6:13 pm EDT

While defending Bill Clinton’s role in the passage of NAFTA, Paul Gipson, president of a steelworkers local, said that union members need to look forward, and support a leader who can work to amend and improve provisions in the trade agreement.

“I truly believe that that’s going to take an individual that has testicular fortitude,” he said. “That’s exactly right. That’s what we gotta have.”

Clinton, standing behind Gipson, smiled sheepishly before breaking into a nervous laugh. Gipson continued by slamming unnamed “Gucci-wearing, latte-drinking, self-centered, egotistical people that have damaged our lifestyle,” before endorsing and introducing Clinton.
Link

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By Wendy Wilson Apr 30th 2008 at 7:33 pm EDT

I have a fake Gucci purse.
I don't drink coffee.

And while volunteering in PA, I could hardly be considered self-centered or egotistical when I drove a man from one polling location to his house to get his ID, then to his correct polling place.

I don't hear her supporters doing things beyond what's necessary to get people out to vote.

Oh, and I'd like my trust fund too. :)

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By Eileen in Maine Apr 30th 2008 at 8:09 pm EDT

He shouldn't have insulted Hillary like that about her Latte drinking, and her Gucci shoes.

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By RepublicansforObama Apr 30th 2008 at 9:40 pm EDT

Why would Hillary's campaign want to insult the people who are supporting Obama? I don't drink coffee. I have a college degree, graduated with a 3.65 GPA, but have chosen a life of service and make a modest income. Also, whose campaign is flailing financially because she relied on the elite, big donors instead of developing a wide-spread donor base of ordinary people like me?

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By Michele from Huntington Beach, CA Apr 30th 2008 at 10:21 pm EDT

He wants someone with testicular fortitude, then endorses Hillary? Yikes!

Bravo- Great Ad! | Report to Admin

By Futbolmom5 Apr 30th 2008 at 6:13 pm EDT

I love the tone of this new ad!

YES!!!!!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Tina, NC---I'm NOT willing to take a 10% chance on change Apr 30th 2008 at 6:14 pm EDT

YES,YES,AND YES!!!!!!!!!!!!

I was hoping they would use this as and ad.

LOVE IT!

Truth | Report to Admin

By Jocelyn from Rockville Apr 30th 2008 at 6:14 pm EDT

Awesome Ad. I think it will resonate, esp. since for the last 7 1/2 years we've had a President who lies/misleads/misstates.

I also think this will resonate because people believe in Barack's integrity - he gets really high marks on this in all the polls, while Hillary does not.

IT's About to Go Down 6:30 ABC EasternTime | Report to Admin

By IRocku Apr 30th 2008 at 6:15 pm EDT

Turn into ABC news at 6:30 PM

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Clinton hypocrisy | Report to Admin

By Rachel Apr 30th 2008 at 6:15 pm EDT

Please help circulate this story on Indiana jobs and Bill Clinton's record in approving the purchase of defense industry by China. Please circulate on blogs and friends. Let's see if the Media will talk this up.

Here are 2 versions of the story - Link

http://abcnews.go.com/Politics /Vote2008/story?id=4757257& ;page=1

Great Ad | Report to Admin

By Diane Morgan Apr 30th 2008 at 6:15 pm EDT

What a great ad and how this differentiates our candidate from the rest.

Anyone else here think the gas tax thing only reiterates that HRC is a Republican in Dem clothing?

Where's the Lysol? | Report to Admin

By Czarina Jacqueline O'Boomer - "O' beautiful, for spacious skies" Apr 30th 2008 at 6:16 pm EDT

I don't think I've ever been on Hillary's website, but I just got an email from her campaign. I quickly unsubscribed, sprayed Lysol on the keyboard, and washed my hands of the lies and deceit. But thought I'd share the text of the message - to give all of us even more reason to donate again by midnight. I know I will (I'm a brand new donor - this will be my second this week), and a friend of mine said she's donating again tonight, too.

Terry McAuliffe has prostituted his integrity once too often during his career, I think. Here's the message he sent; it's pretty benign until you realize who it's for, so read at your own risk:

"Time is running out! There are just a few short hours left before our big fundraising deadline, and every last dollar we bring in before midnight is going to help us show just how strong this campaign is. With big races in Indiana and North Carolina coming up in just a few days, you're making the difference. We're seeing an incredible response to our matching program, and we need you to keep the momentum going! And don't forget, if you contribute before the midnight deadline, one of our active supporters will match your contribution, meaning every dollar you give is worth twice as much. If you're ever going to make a contribution to help Hillary win, this is the moment. Contribute before the midnight deadline, and your gift is worth double!

Thanks for everything,
Terry McAuliffe
Chairman"

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By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 6:23 pm EDT

The more you look at the HRC campaign, the more you see that she is a FOLLOWER

while Obama is THE LEADER!

Obama '08

Re: Where's the Lysol? | Report to Admin

By Kim D, I survived the Tx Dem Convention, Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

There is a group of attorneys that sent an email and are trying to get people to digg this article so it will hit the news. I do not know if it was posted earlier.

Link
http://digg.com/politics/Hilla ry_Supporter_ORGANIZED_Rev_Wri ght_at_Press_Club

and

Link
http://digg.com/2008_us_electi ons/Clinton_Supporter_Organize d_Wright_s_Monday_Speech

Re: Where's the Lysol? | Report to Admin

By Sonya May 1st 2008 at 12:44 am EDT

I know. I'm on Hillary's email list (I know, I know. This was before I drank the Obama "kool aid" :) Anyway, I received the same email from Hillary this morning. And then it was Forwarded by Terry McCullife later in the afternoon. She finally figured out that the money is not just with the corporations. By the way, I just got my brother to donate $50 before midnight. He is an Obama supporter, but very tight with his money. Yeah! Another new donor!

GO OBAMA!!! | Report to Admin

By ♥ ♥New Destiny♥ ♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:16 pm EDT

YES WE WILL!!!!

Love it | Report to Admin

By New to This Apr 30th 2008 at 6:16 pm EDT

THESE ARE EXACTLY THE ISSUES THAT I HEAR EVERY DAY WHEN SPEAKING TO VOTERS WHILE CALLING INDIANA AND NC (AND EARLIER TOO).

SO LETS GO MAKE SOME CALLS.

YES WE CAN.
YES WE MUST!!!!

WE ARE THE ONES WE HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR!!

Watching Barack | Report to Admin

By ✫ Southpaw for our new Lefthanded POTUS! ✫ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:17 pm EDT

Watching BO now, in Indiana.

Link

Re: Watching Barack | Report to Admin

By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 6:30 pm EDT

Yeah! He's talking about short term AND long term plans for the gas crunch!

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By “Honored & Humbled” Apr 30th 2008 at 6:33 pm EDT

Thanks!

biased American Media | Report to Admin

By Bowal Apr 30th 2008 at 6:17 pm EDT

This election has surely shown how biased American Media are. Here is a link to some of the things Rev Hagee, a John McCain endorser has said/written before (Link. Now put those words in the mouth of a black pastor, and all hell will break loose. It is not that MSNBC,CNN, F*** News, Sean Insanity, Pat Nincompoop Buchanan etc are not aware of the outrageous statements from Hagee and other Clinton and McCain supporter. I REFUSE TO BE ONE OF THE GULLIBLE AMERICANS THAT LIVE BY WHAT THEY HEAR ON TV OR SWAYED BY IDIOTIC POLLS!

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By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 6:32 pm EDT

Ben Smith says:

"Two network polls due out in the next hour or so, I'm told, actually have him moving up against Clinton."

So worry not :)

POSITIVE ENERGY!

Obama is doing GREAT today.

Why? Millions gave him their strength, their HOPE and FAITH!

shared sacrifice. | Report to Admin

By Mary R. Il. Apr 30th 2008 at 6:17 pm EDT

Time to take a look at how oil companies are working..now they are multi-national, so maybe tax breaks from the past need to be changed.

same thing with farm subsidies.

Relook at programs, which have changed over the years.

Re: shared sacrifice. | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

EXACTLY!

How is it that we have starving people in the world & yet we pay farmers NOT to grow crops?

Besides, those subsidies don't help the average small, family farmer & a lot go to "gentlemen" farmers like Bush, Cheney, etc.

Re: shared sacrifice. | Report to Admin

By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 7:01 pm EDT

It's also time Washington took a really good fresh look at the whole business of agriculture in terms of global food shortages, exacerbated by bio-fuels - America is going to have to sharpen up on food-sufficiency - the days of surplus are over (or near enough). I bet there's a whole raft of legislation that is way past its sell-by date.

ANGRY WITH THE MEDIA!!! | Report to Admin

By Alison4Obama/Biden08, FL Apr 30th 2008 at 6:18 pm EDT

I am so angry with the MSM!!! WHY DIDN'T THEY SPEND AS MUCH TIME WITH HILLARY AND HER BOSNIA EPISODE???? SICKENING!! THEY ARE DOING A DISSERVICE TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE WHO RELY ON THEM FOR "NEWS"....Sorry for the caps...just venting...

My favorite MOVEON ad | Report to Admin

By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 6:18 pm EDT

Here's my favorite ad in the running for the Obama in 30 seconds commercial. Lot's of good ones but, i think this will draw in people that don't think it's an Obama ad. Check it out & the rest of the great finalists (over 5 million votes so far!)

Link

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By Kerry - Taking long deep tokes off the Hope Bong! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:29 pm EDT

my fave ad didn't make it to the finals but the little boy at the end of this is ADORABLE!!

Link

now everyone at our house keeps saying

"we could vote fow Bawack Obama..."

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By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 6:30 pm EDT

i don't tend to click on links, because it can take ages to find my way back to where i was (sometimes you come right back, sometimes you don't) - but if you mean the beefy republican guy and the bumper sticker - i agree. (that and the cartoon of bush and obama).

the whole point is to reach people who've not yet joined the parade.

i was really disappointed with the 15 finalists - for so many reasons - in 2 words: too soft. they play right in to the accusations that some people make against our candidate and campaign both. they weren't the worst of the bunch, but they're not great. the abe lincoln one's ok, i guess - the purple one is rubbish - not least because it deliberately portrays the republican as pompous and stupid (way to reach out, guys!) and the democrat comes across as smug - the 'my president' one was ok, and the one with the guy moving in to his new house ...

overall: very disappointing. kind of a dumb selection of judges, too - movie stars? why?

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By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

it was the military republican guy

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By Nancy M. Apr 30th 2008 at 8:21 pm EDT

Anne, if you have a PC (as opposed to a macintosh, like me) I believe you can right click to open the link in a different window or different tab. That way you don't lose your place.

Still love my macintosh, though!

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By Michele from Huntington Beach, CA Apr 30th 2008 at 10:45 pm EDT

If you're on a Mac, you can shift click and the link opens in a new window. (Thanks to whomever posted that little tip on the blogs. It was taking me forever to find my place.)

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By Nancy M. May 1st 2008 at 12:49 am EDT

MIchele, thanks for the tip. I tried Shift-click, and it didn't open in a new window. But I tried apple-click, and it did open in a new window. Yeah!

Ready to Invade & Occupy Small Countries | Report to Admin

By Michael in PA - Outraged Hardboiled Citizen-Historian Thwacked Giddy with Hope Apr 30th 2008 at 6:18 pm EDT

Memorandum

To: Obama People
From: Former Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld
Re: My Services

The purpose of this dadburn Memorandum is to separate out the Known Knowns from the Unknown Knowns and make a Doggone Plea for Employment since I Miss Wielding Power So Much so I am here to offer my Services as your New Defense Secretary, I have Vast Experience in Invading & Occupying Small & Weak Countries and Imprisoning Enemy Combatants of Questionable Allegiance and Establishing Illegal Prisons & Violating the Constitution I have done it Dozens & Dozens of times and it looks to me like you need a bit of dadburn Unscrupulousness because you have No Idea what kind of SinkHole you doggone dadburn Idealists are getting into, Plus I have loads of experience in Procuring Massively Wasteful Weapons Systems & giving Press Conferences peppered with dadburn Salty Language and Making Idiotic Distinctions between Known Unknowns & Unknown Unknowns & so forth, there's a lot more I could say but I will await your kind response because I Really Miss Wielding Power and Being Somebody Important with Cameras Focused on me All the Time! With all the Dadburn Sincerity I can Muster which Frankly Isn't Much,

D.R.

Give Barack $$$ | Report to Admin

By Austin Apr 30th 2008 at 6:18 pm EDT

Guys,
With how many emails we have all been getting about donating before today ends I am guessing the campaign hasn't gotten as much money this month as usual. Now is not the time to have the media talking about people becoming less enthusiastic in him. If you have just a little bit extra money, please DONATE NOW!!!

Link

Re: Give Barack $$$ | Report to Admin

By Donna No Shock Barack No Drama Obama of MD Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

I know I am a little concerned too. This is the last email I got from the campaign

I really need your support today.

The April financial reporting deadline is at midnight tonight, and the media and superdelegates, whose backing we need, will be watching closely.

Your support will strengthen our efforts before Tuesday's primaries in North Carolina and Indiana, but it will also help build our movement in all 50 states as we prepare for the general election.

Senator Clinton just launched another round of false attack ads in Indiana and North Carolina, and she's determined to continue her negative campaign until we close out the primary season. In the meantime, we need to prepare ourselves to face similar tactics from Senator McCain.

Make a donation of $25 today to help us fight this two-front battle and show our strength before tonight's deadline:

Link

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By Arlene Apr 30th 2008 at 7:06 pm EDT

WE did and its a done deal

donated $50 a piece today!!
cool
thanks

Arlene and Dave in Kent/Seattle

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By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 6:58 pm EDT

ditto. i gave twice my usual tonight. (payday)!

folks, even if it's just $5, it still helps and it still counts as a donation. nobody should give more than they can afford, but give what you can! (I know that even $5 is not always affordable) - but give if you can.

Great ad, but.. | Report to Admin

By Vega Apr 30th 2008 at 6:18 pm EDT

I really wish the ad featured how many people might lose their jobs because of this so called tax break and that these money are used to repair the roads and bridges. It would make it more down to earth, and easier for people to understand.

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By ♍ Christi, Vote for Change ☮ -CA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:36 pm EDT

Where is the real people ads? Indiana is hurting and HRC is trying to win them over with negative. Why not use real working class people to say different.

Donation | Report to Admin

By MY HEART OUTSHINES MY SMILE Apr 30th 2008 at 6:18 pm EDT

Donate $5.07 to my page to show support that we want this primary election to end on May 7th.

Link

My Heart Out Shines My Smile..
Donate to my page..

Great Ad! | Report to Admin

By Corinne Apr 30th 2008 at 6:19 pm EDT

I thought the ad was great! It showed Senator Obama without the suit/tie image, natural environment with people getting pumped up and it talked to real issues.

Please remember everyone, today is the last day for April donations. Give something, anything!

P.S. Anyone know who Michael Jordan is endorsing?
He was raised in NC and played for UNC. He has great cross-over appeal. He might help in NC.

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By Kevin the Mavrick doing Mavricky things everyday to Help us win! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

That is a ton of peoples favorite!

We need it on TV What can we do to get it on???????????????????????

Re: Great Ad! | Report to Admin

By NO DRAMA, JUST OBAMA on bainbridge island WA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:27 pm EDT

He has definitely endorsed our guy. Somewhere there is a list of all the celebrity endorsements.

Re: Great Ad! | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 6:28 pm EDT

you mean us women love him too? ;~>

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By Czarina CarolforObama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:38 pm EDT

Jordan should be endorsing Barack, all those years he lived in Chicago and played for the Bulls.

And they both LOVE basketball.

Last Day of the Month to Make a Difference | Report to Admin

By Citizen Jane (Middle Class Mama for Obama) Apr 30th 2008 at 6:20 pm EDT

I am here everyday because I believe in the gift of Barack Obama. I am a single mom of one beautiful little girl, and I'd be lying if I said things have been easy for us the past few years. I don't think it's been easy for any of us. Which is why we spend our time calling, donating, canvassing, and working hard for Barack. I can't do very much- but that I can do, I will do. "Faith without works is dead," So, here I am faithfully working my tail off to make a difference. Help me if you can. Donate to my fundraising goal Link

All donation sizes appreciated-

$1, $5, $10- whatever you can afford. No donation is to small- and it will all add up to victory.

ACTION IS KEY! | Report to Admin

By Change comes from the bottom up, especially if you have a cattle prod , ya hear me Blue Dogs!!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:20 pm EDT

Hoosier Responsible?

Clinton Decries China's Acquisition of Indiana Company -- Ignoring Her Husband's Role in the Sale
By JAKE TAPPER
Apr. 30, 2008

As she campaigns throughout Indiana, Sen. Hillary Clinton has been talking quite a bit about Magnequench, a Valparaiso, Ind., factory that moved to China.

Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, D-N.Y., waves to supporters at a rally in Princeton, Ind., April 29, 2008.
(Elise Amendola/AP Photo)"We've got to elect a president next January who's going to remember Magnequench," Clinton told voters in Valparaiso on April 12.

It seems, however, that when it comes to Magnequench there's quite a bit that Clinton has conveniently forgotten.

Watch "World News with Charles Gibson" TONIGHT at 6:30 p.m. ET for the full report.

"We went to Valparaiso," Clinton told voters in Princeton, Ind., last night, "where there used to be a plant called Magnequench that made the magnets that helped to guide the precision-guided missiles, the so-called smart bombs. You've seen those — they take off, they go down the chimney, they were incredibly sophisticated and these magnets, you know — not the kind you put on the refrigerator, like we all do — but these really sophisticated magnets were instrumental making that happen."

Clinton continued, saying, "Well, a Chinese company bought Magnequench and then they decided that they were going to move the whole company from Indiana to China. Now the president of the United States has the authority to veto that kind of a move, but Senator [Evan] Bayh begged the Bush administration not to export it — it was going to lose jobs but it was also going to lose the know-how, the technical sophistication that created those magnets. President Bush and his administration wouldn't, basically wouldn't even give Evan Bayh the time of day. Those jobs left, and along with them went the savvy to make the magnets." SPREAD THE WORD!!!

Link

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By Dana Apr 30th 2008 at 6:39 pm EDT

send this to all the msm.

Polls | Report to Admin

By JT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:21 pm EDT

Looks like NBC and CBS will both have new polls out tonight. Probably the lead in both newscasts. Looks like they will show some slippage. This means another round on impact of Rev. Wright.

Re: Polls | Report to Admin

By Kevin ":: g+s+ ::" Winterfield Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

my guess is they will show tight races - which is NOT a bad thing given all the JUNK thrown at us over the last month.

the thing is, our opponent CANNOT have tight races, she needs BLOWOUTS!

so, with all the JUNK and MUD and Dirty Vette Tricks, SHE'S STILL BEHIND - way behind - and LOSING GROUND.

just keep doing the hard work you're doing (it ain't easy to knock out a dynasty)!

-k
g+s+ :: call IN/NC :: !!

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By Arlene Apr 30th 2008 at 6:28 pm EDT

we just did twice today $50 each
so there you go

COME ON PEOPLE let us come together...
and get others to be invovled ....

This is grass roots and we are super folks!

OBAMA 2008
and to the White House we go!

Arlene and Dave....

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By Please delete my profile... Apr 30th 2008 at 6:34 pm EDT

Hey is that a Secret Service guy standing in front of the camera?

Helo Obamma Peple | Report to Admin

By Michael in PA - Outraged Hardboiled Citizen-Historian Thwacked Giddy with Hope Apr 30th 2008 at 6:22 pm EDT

Hello,

My name is Dan Quayle you may remmember me from severral yearrs ago when I ran for Vice Pressident and Lost well sinse that time things have ben kind of slow politics-wise esppecialy after that particullary trublesome Potatoe incident but be that as it May I am here to Volunteeer my Servises as Vice Presidenshul Candideat I have a Big Smile and lots of Wavvy Hair and can Wave from Open Cars liek a Champion and most peopple have prety much forgoten who I am so that is NOT a concerrn and I can probablly get the Rich White Republicann vote for youguys so what do you Say?? My ressume is readdy to send at the click of a mousse and I earnesstly desire to Weild Power Yet Agaain, so Please consider me for Vice Presidenshul Materiel You Wil Not Be Sorrry!!!

Sincerely,

Farmer Senitor Dan Quayle

Re: Helo Obamma Peple | Report to Admin

By ♥ ♥New Destiny♥ ♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

LMAO!!!

Re: Helo Obamma Peple | Report to Admin

By BeeTee Apr 30th 2008 at 6:26 pm EDT

So funny! I'm cracking up at you Michael. Perfect spelling for PotatoE Quayle!!! PotatoE-TomaytoE :)

Re: Helo Obamma Peple | Report to Admin

By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:35 pm EDT

:D

Dan Quayle:
"One word sums up probably the responsibility of any vice president, and that one word is 'to be prepared.'"

"I love California, I practically grew up in Phoenix."

*rolls eyes*

Re: Helo Obamma Peple | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 6:36 pm EDT

lmbo freakun potatoe anyway!!!

Re: Helo Obamma Peple | Report to Admin

By Saska Apr 30th 2008 at 6:49 pm EDT

To reveal how old I am (and how deep my roots are)...

Back in college when USENET newsgroups were big and long before the WWW existed, I was a charter member of alt.fan.dan-quayle. Despite the name of this newsgroup, it was the largest progressive underground group out there at the time.

I used to love it when real fans of Dan Quayle would wander in and ask us why we were all hating on him so much.

Robocalls | Report to Admin

By K.J. in Dallas, TX Apr 30th 2008 at 6:22 pm EDT

Hello Obama Family,

Nova M radio is discussing the Clinton robocalls. You can listen to the stream at novamradio.com

YES WE CAN!!!

OBAMA, 2008!!!

new ad | Report to Admin

By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 6:23 pm EDT

great ad - brilliant speech.

Donating?? | Report to Admin

By Obama08NOW Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

My hubby got me a magnet and a t-shirt today and I made another $20.00 for a total of $65.00 today.

That is it for me till next week but if you are making a last day of the month donation, please consider my fundraiser!

Link

Thanks Obama fans around the world!!

Re: Great Ad! | Report to Admin

By ♥ ♥New Destiny♥ ♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:34 pm EDT

How can you add me to your list?

Yes we can! | Report to Admin

By Windy C Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

Tell the truth!

I added the link to the add on youtube to my msn nickname. All my friends will watch the ad online.

Clinton Robo Calls | Report to Admin

By Ed in Austin Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

Please get this to your media outlets.

The Women's Voices Women's Vote has been making robo-calls to most of the primary states. They have been targeting the African-American Community.
In these calls they use the name "Lamont Williams." The voice is male. The call says they are sending a voter registration packet that must be signed.
This gives the illusion that the voter is not properly registered. The call comes when it is too late to register. In effect, this will keep people home.
The media has picked up part of the story. But, the real story follows:

The research can be find: www. southernstudies.org

WVWV is a DC non-profit. The head of it is Page Gardner. She donates to Hillary Clinton

Mimi Mager also donates to Clinton

John Podesta is a big time Clinton supporter.

But, the real link is Maggie Williams. Hillary's campaign manager. She's been on the board of the group.

Re: Clinton Robo Calls | Report to Admin

By idaho obamacan Apr 30th 2008 at 6:28 pm EDT

please keep e-mailing this to msm, newspaper and radio

Re: Clinton Robo Calls | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Apr 30th 2008 at 7:35 pm EDT

I sent this to Verdict@msnbc.com...we'll see if they cover it.

donation time | Report to Admin

By I can think of 44 reasons to smile Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

Let's have great April numbers and get in some

donations before the month ends.

For anyone hesitating, even $5.00 will help.

Think how badly we'll feel if we wake up to news that the campaign fell short.

I dug through the piggy bank and found $30.00 for the campaign and my Obama t-shirt.

Indiana and NC are SO important. I think this will be our last big push for primary donations.

AS BARACK SAYS:
I really need your support today.

The April financial reporting deadline is at midnight tonight, and the media and superdelegates, whose backing we need, will be watching closely.

DONATE donate DONATE donate DONATE donate!!!!

thanks, Obama family!

PEOPLE DONATE TODAY | Report to Admin

By Arlene Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

We just donated another $50 for the cause here..
so PLEASE EVERYONE put in a minimum of $5 today or more...its not the amount It's the
APRIL end of month time!!
OBAMA 2008

and YES WE CAN
and
YES WE WILL!!!

The only thing to Fear is Fear itself....
BARACK CAN make it thru all these tribulations...
to VICTORY You will never regret adding to the campaign and I know we all have and we need to continue!!

Arlene and Dave
Kent/Seattle Washington

Yes WE Can! | Report to Admin

By Evan Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

WE ARE THE ONES WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!

YES WE CAN!

KEEP CALLING INDIANA!

YES WE CAN!

KEEP CALLING NORTH CAROLINA!

YES WE CAN!

KEEP CANVASSING!

YES WE CAN!

KEEP KNOCKING ON DOORS!

YES WE CAN!

KEEP MAKING THE PHONE CALLS!

YES WE CAN!

STATE BY STATE, CROWD BY CROWD, PERSON BY PERSON,

YES WE CAN!

FIRED UP AND READY TO GO, FIRED UP AND READY TO VOTE!

YES WE CAN!

Re: Yes WE Can! | Report to Admin

By NY Woman for Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:34 pm EDT

Yes we can, yes we have and yes you SHOULD keep on pumping us up -
Thanks Evan!

Re: Yes WE Can! | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 6:41 pm EDT

I've let my dear friend Tamsin go to NC, and much as I miss her, she's doing the deal in NC for us and winning voters and influencing supporters! I wish I could go with Erin this weekend to IN (if you want to go, she's coordinating for the campaign at erinheard@yahoo.com)

I gotta tell you, those first many phone calls are a bit intimidating; but as soon as your voice stops shaking and you can concentrate again, you'll find most folks are pretty glad to chat with you, and isn't it worth a bit of discomfort now to see a brighter future ahead of us??

Let's BaRACK THIS THING outta the ball park!!! Let's take em to the rim in NC and IN!!!

Is it me or....... | Report to Admin

By Wanda J Apr 30th 2008 at 6:24 pm EDT

are the ads getting better and better? The message is very clear here. Keep up the good work.

YES WE CAN!

OBAMA 08!

DONATE! DONATE! DONATE!

Awesome | Report to Admin

By Cotis Apr 30th 2008 at 6:26 pm EDT

That's such an awesome ad. Totally worth the 1 minute.

I would just say about the Wright issue, leave it alone. No one really cares what the man has to say because, even as he says, he is not the person running for president. Barack Obama is and we need to focus on the things that matter to Americans, especially blue-collar voters that are such a strong base for Clinton.

I think the assertion that this ad makes is exactly what the American people are looking for: Obama is the candidate that will tell you not just what you want to hear, but what you need to hear. That's why I'm so passionate about getting this man into the White House.

Sadly, next weekend I have back-to-back AP exams so I need you guys, whomever you may be, to make calls and canvass for our next president. We REALLY need to deliver a win in Indiana to get the superdelegates to make the wisest decision of their careers thus far.

Chain contribution | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 6:27 pm EDT

Just received $20 contribution. I want to start a chain where I now contribute $20 to someone else and that person then agrees to do $20 to the next person to join and so on. Who want $20 and is willing to do $20 to the next person in the chain?

HILLARY'S MOTTOS | Report to Admin

By WELCOME TO THE WHITE HOUSE MR. PRESIDENT!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:28 pm EDT

AA VOTES DON'T MATTER

SCREW THE WORKING CLASS WHITE VOTES

DEMOCRATIC ACTIVISTS ARE TOO DEMOGRATIC

WHY TELL THE TRUTH WHEN A LIE WILL DO

SAY AND DO ANYTHING TO WIN

IRAN YOU'RE NEXT

I HAVE NO KNOWLEGE OF THAT

LETS LET THE VOTERS DECIDE

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Hillary's band-aide | Report to Admin

By Nancy Hnat Apr 30th 2008 at 6:28 pm EDT

Removing the tax on gas is the same as putting a band-aide on a deep wound. It may stop the bleeding for a short time, but eventually it does not work. She knows this and hopes that the people of Indiana are stupid enough to buy it. She uses her smoke and mirrors to garnish votes and suprisingly it has worked lately. What is wrong with some of the people? Why don't they see through it?

Re: Hillary's band-aide | Report to Admin

By Not-a-Sheep : ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:33 pm EDT

Does anyone else remmeber the oil and gas crisis of the past when we had to ration gas. You could only buy it on a given day based on the last digit of your license plate. Wouldn't be surprised to see that come around again...

great ad | Report to Admin

By Stanley H. Krute Apr 30th 2008 at 6:28 pm EDT

Yep. Great ad.

Go team.

-- stan

ABC - Gibson | Report to Admin

By Jan "Sweetie" 4Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:29 pm EDT

Any live links friends? I'm on the west coast :(

Re: ABC - Gibson | Report to Admin

By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 6:36 pm EDT

no but, here's obama live. look down thepage for the live link

Link

Re: ABC - Gibson | Report to Admin

By Kerry - Taking long deep tokes off the Hope Bong! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:39 pm EDT

woohoo its not just a web ad:

Kerry --

Thanks to you, we're putting a new ad on the air in Indiana and North Carolina responding to Senator Clinton's attacks ahead of next Tuesday's primary.

It's only possible because of the outpouring of support we received from supporters like you before tonight's financial reporting deadline.

please vote.... | Report to Admin

By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 6:29 pm EDT

MSN is running a poll about which candidate would be better to deal with the situation in Iran. Please take a moment and enter your opinion.

Link

Re: please vote.... | Report to Admin

By SoCalHopeMonger Apr 30th 2008 at 6:31 pm EDT

Hillary's way ahead, everyone go vote!

Re: please vote.... | Report to Admin

By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Apr 30th 2008 at 6:32 pm EDT

Voted!

Re: please vote.... | Report to Admin

By Not-a-Sheep : ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:35 pm EDT

done

Idiots | Report to Admin

By Kevin the Mavrick doing Mavricky things everyday to Help us win! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:30 pm EDT

WHO are they Polling?

I do not know of 1 Democrat that will vote for Clinton.

These polls are absurd!

April 30, 2008, 3:17 pm
Poll: Obama-Clinton Divide
By Dalia Sussman

As the Democratic nominating contest rages on, most of Barack Obama’s supporters say they would be satisfied if Hillary Clinton wins the party’s nomination for president. But that positive sentiment is not entirely reciprocated among Hillary Clinton’s supporters, according to the latest New York Times/CBS News poll.
More than six in 10 Democratic primary voters who support Mr. Obama in the poll say they would be satisfied if Mrs. Clinton wins the

Re: Idiots | Report to Admin

By Kevin the Mavrick doing Mavricky things everyday to Help us win! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:32 pm EDT

I just read the comments and writer is getting hammered!

Link

Re: Idiots | Report to Admin

By Kevin ":: g+s+ ::" Winterfield Apr 30th 2008 at 7:00 pm EDT

but wait... maybe this actually has an upside for us and the superdelegates... was thinking about this one the drive home today...

which campaign is the one destroying the democratic party? if HRC supporters won't support Obama, then, well, there you go.

which campaign is the one building the democratic party? if Obama supporters would support HRC, then which campaign has been doing a better job of holding the party together?

if i were a superD, I'd be praising Obama for running a race that doesn't divide and destroy our party.

-k
g+s+ :: call IN/NC :: !!

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By Jen who will celebrate this November with a Obama win!! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

Kevin and all,

I agree... Supers are going to see that she is tearing apart the party. He is running a clean positive show... This will make a difference for us all.

Link

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By Alexandria from CA - Already Looking Forward To The Inauguration Apr 30th 2008 at 6:36 pm EDT

I am starting believe these polls are fixed to keep the impression that Hillary has a reason to stay in this race. I don't believe it one bit.

I don't know one single Obama supporter who will vote for Hillary either.

Re: Idiots | Report to Admin

By ♥ ♥New Destiny♥ ♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:40 pm EDT

I know I won't!!

Re: Idiots | Report to Admin

By SoCalHopeMonger Apr 30th 2008 at 6:42 pm EDT

Me neither, and I don't know one Obama supporter who would.

Re: Idiots | Report to Admin

By Together We Stand for Change! formerly K. Bell Apr 30th 2008 at 8:09 pm EDT

Neither will I

And the way she is continuously trying to divide us racially, I don't know a single one of my friends who will either.

Paul vs. Clinton Update | Report to Admin

By Art Apr 30th 2008 at 6:30 pm EDT

Frerepublic.com
PAUL v CLINTON: Bill, Chelsea, Rendell, Gore, Wolfson, raise your right hand (Hillary delayed)
Peter's atty ^ | 4-25-08 | dfu
Posted on Friday, April 25, 2008 7:46:35 PM by doug from upland

(OF COURSE, THE JUDGE,AURELIO MUNOZ, WENT TO LAW SCHOOL WITH BILL CLINTON!!!

Link:Link: Link

Question on Calls | Report to Admin

By Rock on Mr. President!! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:30 pm EDT

What do you click on when they decline to state candidate of choice?

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 6:49 pm EDT

i always count them as refused, thus getting them out of the loop, but i never let them off the phone that easily; i still talk our guy up no matter what!!

NBC Nightly News | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 6:31 pm EDT

Barack & Michelle are supposed to be on NBC Nightly News in an interview about RW.

Re: NBC Nightly News | Report to Admin

By Angelene from Pompano Beach, FL Apr 30th 2008 at 6:39 pm EDT

I took a look at these polls and Obama is losing in these ones. Go vote for our new leader at Link

Re: NBC Nightly News | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 6:40 pm EDT

Only a small part of the interview w/the full interview on the Today show tomorrow morning.
Ugh! Right after it, I had to see Andrea Mitchell talking about HRC, who got a lot more air time. They showed a clip of her on Bill O'Reilly.

I heard a good joke last night: HRC should do fine on the O'Reilly show . . . she's had a lot of practice saying,"Shut up, Bill!"

Re: ANGRY WITH THE MEDIA!!! | Report to Admin

By Alison4Obama/Biden08, FL Apr 30th 2008 at 7:03 pm EDT

Thanks for the invite but I'm afraid if I stop watching, Obama's poll numbers will go down for good!...i know it sounds dumb but nothing they say will ever change my mind about him. Luckily I am smart enough to do my own research. I'm waiting for them to stop talking about Wright. I have already boycotted Morning Joke and any show with Pat Pukeanon as a guest!

Re: ANGRY WITH THE MEDIA!!! | Report to Admin

By Czarina CarolforObama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:35 pm EDT

Take care, Alison (patting you on the back gently). It will be all right. I know how you feel. I felt that way myself a month ago. Then I decided to stop watching MSM. When I do have the TV on, I'm usually watching shows like Reba, Sabrina the Teen Witch,Malcom and Eddie, and right now I have DL Hugley on.

These shows make me laugh which is great therapy. But it will be all right. Barack is going to be fine. We're all going to be fine.

xoxoxoxo

Correction | Report to Admin

By Sharon~Independent for Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:32 pm EDT

I've posted on the last blog that we were only 5,200 away from our 1.5 million new donor goal by May 6th.

Well, I was wrong...we are 53,717 away from our goal. The ticker shows 1,446,283 donors.

Everybody PLEASE donate using the Matching Donation link. Check your email...I got an email from the campaign with the link. I donated and was matched today!

TRUTH | Report to Admin

By Jaquelin Apr 30th 2008 at 6:32 pm EDT

Brilliant! Perfect! Exactly right! TRUE! TRUE!

Thank you brilliant team for once again turning lemons into lemonade.

Senator Obama, Two million+ folks want your truth. We will fight for you and for that Truth you promise us. We have your back and we know you have ours. I am so proud and so honored.

YES WE CAN!!!!!

Excellent ad | Report to Admin

By AAB Apr 30th 2008 at 6:32 pm EDT

Great response to the status quo ideas of the McClintons!

cnn live stream on | Report to Admin

By maria from europe Apr 30th 2008 at 6:32 pm EDT

michelle live stream starting...again...
Link

OMG! HRC is DINO | Report to Admin

By ♍ Christi, Vote for Change ☮ -CA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:32 pm EDT

29 April 2008
Hillary to Court GOP Voters on O'Reilly Factor

With an open primary in Indiana forthcoming, Operation Chaos sounds pretty good to Hillary Clinton. Both Clinton and the GOP apparently share the common goal of seeing Clinton emerge as the Democratic nominee in Denver, or as is more likely the case, dragging the Democratic contest through the mud as long as possible.

Link

Re: OMG! HRC is DINO | Report to Admin

By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:37 pm EDT

WTF??????

*twists face into a disgusted, amazed, and big-eyed look...*

Re: OMG! HRC is DINO | Report to Admin

By Please delete my profile... Apr 30th 2008 at 6:40 pm EDT

Lace, I saw bugged big eyes! ROFLMAO!

Re: OMG! HRC is DINO | Report to Admin

By ♍ Christi, Vote for Change ☮ -CA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:48 pm EDT

DIGG IT!

Link

This is why I will not donate to the DNC until she is gone, gone gone!

Re: OMG! HRC is DINO | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 6:50 pm EDT

When you lie down with dogs . . .

Politics makes strange bedfellows.

Operation Chaos makes me sick!

How can Democrats support this kind of backroom dealing that goes on right in front of them???

Bill Clinton Went On Rush Limbaugh’s Show Day Of Texas Primary

Link

Re: OMG! HRC is DINO | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Apr 30th 2008 at 6:52 pm EDT

WHY DOESN'T HILLARY JUST COME OUT OF THE CLOSET ON O"REILLY AND SAY SHE IS A NEO-CON LIKE BUSH AND WANTS TO BE MCCAIN"S VP CHOICE> FURTHERMORE SHE SHOULD COME OUT OF THE CLOSET ON MORE>>>>>>

Re: OMG! HRC is DINO | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 6:58 pm EDT

lmbo now remember our source for that information WAS bill....and we know he has trouble knowing the truth from fellatio....but i agree, neocon, and at least a mccain running mate wannnabe!

Re: OMG! HRC is DINO | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Apr 30th 2008 at 6:52 pm EDT

WHY DOESN'T HILLARY JUST COME OUT OF THE CLOSET ON O"REILLY AND SAY SHE IS A NEO-CON LIKE BUSH AND WANTS TO BE MCCAIN"S VP CHOICE> FURTHERMORE SHE SHOULD COME OUT OF THE CLOSET ON MORE>>>>>>

Re: OMG! HRC is DINO | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Apr 30th 2008 at 6:53 pm EDT

WHY DOESN'T HILLARY JUST COME OUT OF THE CLOSET ON O"REILLY AND SAY SHE IS A NEO-CON LIKE BUSH AND WANTS TO BE MCCAIN"S VP CHOICE> FURTHERMORE SHE SHOULD COME OUT OF THE CLOSET ON MORE>>>>>>

GREAT AD!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By LauraWV Apr 30th 2008 at 6:34 pm EDT

This is the best ad you've got...run it night and day!!!!!!!!

Re: GREAT AD!!!!!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Amy, Bethesda, Md. Apr 30th 2008 at 6:37 pm EDT

This is the best of Barack. Here we see his fire, and he simply speaking the truth. Amazing ad. Keep running it and I'll send more money as I can. Way to go!

Off to start dinner.. | Report to Admin

By April in Austin with the magic 8 ball Apr 30th 2008 at 6:36 pm EDT

Will be bac much later but one last time on my

FR link--Link

Pocket change for real CHANGE..
Small amounts can make a BIG difference..

God Bless you!!!

Watching ABC | Report to Admin

By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 6:36 pm EDT

Only because they're supposed to lambast Clinton on the Indiana issue.

Right now, they are giving Obama positive press on the Gas tax!!

YES!

Re: Watching ABC | Report to Admin

By Pam Apr 30th 2008 at 6:38 pm EDT

What Indiana issue?

Re: Watching ABC | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 6:44 pm EDT

ABC owes Obama after their debacle of a debate . . .

Polls | Report to Admin

By JT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:36 pm EDT

CBS/NYT Obama plus 8 among democrats

NBC Obama 46 - Clinton 43

Re: Polls | Report to Admin

By Dee C. Apr 30th 2008 at 6:46 pm EDT

hey what abt latest polls on NC and IN?

Indiana Clinton Scandal | Report to Admin

By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 6:37 pm EDT

ABCNEWS now -- about Magnaquench & Indiana! (TV, ABC East National)

Check out | Report to Admin

By Mid America Mom Apr 30th 2008 at 6:37 pm EDT

My post of friend requests for a republican (me). Link

BE the CHANGE

Mid America Mom - Moms for Obama * Link

he's so funny | Report to Admin

By Bicyclist4Barack drafting the Change Train Apr 30th 2008 at 6:37 pm EDT

I love it when he talks about "getting whacked," it makes me think of Shrillary as the mean stepmother! (a role that suits her)

taking Q's now...

Link

Re: he's so funny | Report to Admin

By Max Hussein Who lives in orange County California and has HOPE! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:39 pm EDT

Heres links to the MEDIA in the upcoming states to send the MAGNET FACTORY video and stuff to:

Indiana Media Link: Link

Kentucky Media links; Link

North Carolina Media Link: Link

peace from the OC

Re: he's so funny | Report to Admin

By Bicyclist4Barack drafting the Change Train Apr 30th 2008 at 6:40 pm EDT

he sounds so relaxed at this rally, I hope he feels a weight lifted with putting the Wright thing behind him, sad as it must be for him in many ways. And I hope he and Michelle campaign together and support each other during this rough time.

do I sound maternal? *sigh* :~)

Liar | Report to Admin

By Donna Apr 30th 2008 at 6:38 pm EDT

The liar is being called out now on ABC.

Re: Liar | Report to Admin

By Arlene in Maine Apr 30th 2008 at 6:39 pm EDT

Darn, I switched to ABC just as the last few words were spoken. How wazzit??

Re: Liar | Report to Admin

By Gemini Apr 30th 2008 at 6:42 pm EDT

What did she say???? Don't just tease us.

Re: Liar | Report to Admin

By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 6:39 pm EDT

Yeah. I'm going to record it when it replays on the Western feed.

She just got called out on it. It could turn into something big, if we want it to -- this is just like NAFTA in Ohio, EXCEPT THIS ONE IS ON THE RECORD.

Re: Liar | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 6:42 pm EDT

Details, Details Please!! Some of us missed it in our boycott of ABC news!

Re: Liar | Report to Admin

By Donna Apr 30th 2008 at 6:47 pm EDT

Go the ABC site they have the stroy there. It is about her saying that a company that moved to China caused a lot of jobs for Americans but she blamed it on Bush when it was actually her husband who allowed it.

Re: Liar | Report to Admin

By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Apr 30th 2008 at 6:44 pm EDT

Could it possibly be that ABC is attempting to make amends for its so-called "debate"? I hope it was a sound thrashing!!!

Re: Liar | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 6:47 pm EDT

No. They only want one thing and that is ratings. It may be that they think the anti-BO spin is on a downswing so that will now do a anti-HRC bit for awhile. They do not have feelings. I still boycott all MSM. I do not forgive or forget when it comes to MSM.

Re: Liar | Report to Admin

By Dana Apr 30th 2008 at 6:46 pm EDT

Donna what are they saying?
thanks.

Re: Liar | Report to Admin

By Donna Apr 30th 2008 at 6:50 pm EDT

Link
Hope this link works. Story is here.

Re: Liar | Report to Admin

By Dave T. Donating to this campaign feels soooo gooood. Apr 30th 2008 at 7:00 pm EDT

It seems the "good" Senator Bayh is complicit in this blatant fabrication. That won't bode well for his re-election I'm affraid. I hope they hava another strong Dem. in the state.

Re: Indiana Primary - Vote Obama | Report to Admin

By I Am An American Apr 30th 2008 at 6:46 pm EDT

You are one lonely redneck.

Thanks for showing us love, because you love being on our blog!

Love you dude!

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

Re: Indiana Primary - Vote Obama | Report to Admin

By Cagey, a vigilant member of the Obama.Biden.Defense.League. Apr 30th 2008 at 8:21 pm EDT

Well done! Love the verisimilitude. :-)

Re: Indiana Primary - Vote Obama | Report to Admin

By Nita**who is filled with delight that this day is here! Apr 30th 2008 at 8:56 pm EDT

I want to be a member of the ODL..I like that!

Re: Indiana Primary - Vote Obama | Report to Admin

By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 6:52 pm EDT

Oh, I missed your LOL. I was going to send you a scathing reply telling you that Karl Rove had nothing to do with Senator Obama and then just as the page was disappearing I saw the LOL's.

Sorry.

Re: Indiana Primary - Vote Obama | Report to Admin

By Believer Apr 30th 2008 at 6:53 pm EDT

Unfortunately for you, it is you who are laughable. You really need to hit the books and educate yourself a little. No, a lot.

Re: Indiana Primary - Vote Obama | Report to Admin

By Ann Hussein West(Carrollton,Tx) McCain is McSame as Bush = UNJUST War " WORLD'S WORST= Fox News & Limbaugh Apr 30th 2008 at 6:53 pm EDT

IGNORE BEEN REPORTED.

Come on!!!! | Report to Admin

By Selina Apr 30th 2008 at 6:38 pm EDT

See there you go people of America-this man is an honest and sensational presidential candidate!!! Barack Obama for U.S. President!!!

I've created my first fundraising page!! | Report to Admin

By The Truth Will Make You Free Apr 30th 2008 at 6:39 pm EDT

Help me celebrate by donating to my FIRST fundraising page. I wanted to be the first to make a donation but I haven't had any extra money. I am a stay at home mom and my husband just started a new job. I couldn't wait to be able to donate as much as I could right now. I'm putting aside money to take the Greyhound bus to NC this weekend to get out the vote. Pray for me as I knock on doors for the movement. Please donate now!!

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NBC Polls | Report to Admin

By Ron from FL. Apr 30th 2008 at 6:40 pm EDT

If anyone is watching Race for the White House, Do you get the same Impression I do that they think their Polls are like the greatest things ever. Geez we can google Democratic poll and find probably over 20 sites. Some of the questions they are asking are pretty stupid: Who shares your value? what a dumb question

Sen. Obama it's time to roll your sleeves up and fight ! | Report to Admin

By alpha Apr 30th 2008 at 6:42 pm EDT

Sen. Barack Obama it's time to roll your sleeves up
and fight back...roll out your future for america
and tell the people in plain english..what you going
to do with the gas price, jobs, health care for all
and our planet...global warming.

I looked at what happen how he handle Sen. Obama
the Rev. Wright story.

Sen. Barack Obama will prevail and win the nomination

voip | Report to Admin

By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 6:43 pm EDT

Does anyone use voip (voice over internet protocol)for their phone service? I'm thinking of doing it but want to know what the downside is before I commit. What are the good points?

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By jayman♦ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:48 pm EDT

The quality is pretty poor at times. FYI...

Get'em while they're hot! | Report to Admin

By NY Woman for Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:43 pm EDT

My Three Favorites Today:

Obama's Economic Plan in tune with his Voting Record
Obama's Economic solutions, which Two Nobel Laureate Economists endorse over the other two candidates, is unrolled with specifics, which include his voting record. Link

CNN - Majority of Democrats Support Obama
Link

Obama's Prescient Judgment Obama warned of the impending mortgage crisis a year ago. On this and on Iraq and on Pakistan, his actual judgment simply put him on a level far beyond Clinton and McCain, let alone the current president.
Link

Just a Little FRIENDLY WARNING:
There's some "WORRY LINKS" and "OLD NEWS" Links and worry dialogue - They are TROLLS disguised as "Just Worrieds" -
If you find them always inserting FEAR INTO THE BLOG - REPORT THEM TO THE ADMIN - There has been REPORTED BEHAVIOR OF THIS ILK.

PRO-OBAMA CAMPAIGN BLOG -

Indiana | Report to Admin

By 08AMA! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:45 pm EDT

Southern Indiana. God...

Rude, very very rude.
anyone else got the 812 area code. I'm done. No more, I've made about 200 calls in the past 3 days. I'm done for a while.

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By Jolie in Calif. Apr 30th 2008 at 6:47 pm EDT

It's not easy. Thank you for taking one for the team.

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By JP - VA 4 OBAMA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:48 pm EDT

Call NC instead, I'm sure it will be a spirit lifter!

Re: Indiana | Report to Admin

By 08AMA! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:49 pm EDT

I made 140 to there. They were a lot nicer. But I've made enough calls for now.

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By ♍ Christi, Vote for Change ☮ -CA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:51 pm EDT

Called 812 the other day. Only 2 rude. Most were willing to listen and there was some undecideds who seamed to be leaning Obama. Not as good as other area codes though.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 6:50 pm EDT

You were having a much better time in NC. It is better that you stick to what works for you. We need votes in both places so do what that keeps you going.

Re: Indiana | Report to Admin

By Czarina CarolforObama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:55 pm EDT

Call NC for awhile. The people in NC are a lot nicer.

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By Jeri, from Denver CO. Apr 30th 2008 at 7:06 pm EDT

Carol from MD
I would imagine we have Indiana supporters that would not appreciate this.
Please if you have calls that turn out badly. Don't report them here. You just didn't comment back to the person that had a few callers that were not a Barack supporter. You just commented on this blog for everyone to read. Not good at all. Please you need to keep these types of thoughts to yourself or at least not on this blog. Barack is campaigning hard in both North Carolina and Indiana.

Re: Indiana | Report to Admin

By Czarina CarolforObama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:52 pm EDT

Jeri, PLEASE!!

Someone commented that the people in the 812 area code are RUDE! I suggested that they call people in NC because they are a lot nicer, which has been my experience.

Please keep your cool. We are all working very hard.

Peace

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 7:03 pm EDT

i'm trying to recall if i've ever seen a positive post from 08ama...joshua, i'm sorry, i hope you have a better day tomorrow, or sometime VERY soon at least!!

alternative to suspending federal gas tax | Report to Admin

By Ken from Brooklyn, NY Apr 30th 2008 at 6:45 pm EDT

If Americans were encouraged or mandated to keep tire pressure at manufacturers' recommended PSI, it would save more money than suspending the federal tax. Check it out -- sounds like an Obama idea. No?

Re: NBC Polls | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

If Americans are stupid enough to believe the BS on TV as the gospel truth and not use the brains God gave them-then so be it-they will suffer great consequences. Look at all the folks that voted Bush in and now look at his ratings as president-mid 20's the lowest of any president. If Americans are stupid enough to believe Hillary-then let them vote for her.

HRC + HOMMA | Report to Admin

By Ruha from Kyle, TX Apr 30th 2008 at 6:45 pm EDT

I was at the super market today , i saw GLOB magazin on stand with big picture of HRC , the big writting said Hillary clinton's gay delimma ,
inside there are two full page's of HRC and HOMMA her aid ( she used to be white house intern)

Re: HRC + HOMMA | Report to Admin

By idaho obamacan Apr 30th 2008 at 6:49 pm EDT

Good, I hope the National Enquirer is next.

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

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By Tina, NC---I'm NOT willing to take a 10% chance on change Apr 30th 2008 at 7:48 pm EDT

Please tell me what ROTFLMAO means. It's driving me crazy!

Thanks, Tina

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

Re: HRC + HOMMA | Report to Admin

By Nick, READY TO FIGHT in Iowa! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:55 pm EDT

THe woman's name is Humma. She is a Saudi national and practicing Muslim(not that there is anything wrong with that!)

The gay rumors have been going around about Hilalry for a long time. You can see Huma at any Hillary apperance, just watch for who greets her first when she leaves stage. You will look for a beutiful dark haired olive skined young woman. All I can say is if Hillary is a lesbian, she has good taste!

Re: HRC + HOMMA | Report to Admin

By Czarina CarolforObama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:00 pm EDT

I saw that magazine in the grocery store with the caption. I just turned my head. I don't care for any of those trash rags. All they print is garbage, never anything newsworthy.

Re: HRC + HOMMA | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Apr 30th 2008 at 7:04 pm EDT

Actually, the LA times did an article about it. There is truth to that story.

Re: HRC + HOMMA | Report to Admin

By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 7:38 pm EDT

probably not true & don't want to make an issue out of it anyway.

Re: HRC + HOMMA | Report to Admin

By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 7:46 pm EDT

probably not true & don't want to make an issue out of it anyway.

New Ad | Report to Admin

By TomG Apr 30th 2008 at 6:46 pm EDT

This is a great ad!

media | Report to Admin

By Suzanne R.N.(ex Canuck voting for Obama) Apr 30th 2008 at 6:46 pm EDT

Feeling sorry for myself cause I am ill and can't seem to shake it, and turned on the TV and saw David Gregory and Buchanan and shot my phone bill up again by calling Gregory and MSNBC, and then shot them off an email to all of them..and THEN...I looked on here and voila...I FEEL GREAT!!!

What a fabulous ad...our creative people are just beyond amazing. Did you notice he did not mention HER at all, despite her cheap shots at him, in hers.WHAT A PRESIDENTIAL role model, he is..AWESOME!!!

ANd good news about ABC tonight...one does not expect that from the CNN/ABC/Stephanopoulos cartel!! WOO HOO! What a great day...I feel a storm of HOPE hitting our land!

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By Jeff in "Mayretta", GA -- Middle aged, yet a first time voter because of Barack Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:48 pm EDT

What about ABC? I haven't watched and still won't watch any ABC/Disney/ESPN channel.

ridiculous | Report to Admin

By Will (Who is tired of the same old politics on capitol hill!) Apr 30th 2008 at 6:47 pm EDT

I notice HRC copied yet another one of Baracks ideas by having "matching donations" now! Strange how she says hes bad for America when she steals one of his ideas about every other day!

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By Jeff in "Mayretta", GA -- Middle aged, yet a first time voter because of Barack Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:52 pm EDT

They don't get it. You can't compete by being reactive. Obama is too dynamic and proactive among a myriad other things.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 6:55 pm EDT

They are practicing for when they join us after the primary. It's good training.

ABC News | Report to Admin

By Freedom Lover Apr 30th 2008 at 6:47 pm EDT

ABC News just reported on a big story about Hillary Clinton and some major contradictions she has been making in her story regarding Indiana jobs being shipped overseas. In fact, it was her husband who helped ship these jobs to China. Please have a look and pass this on:

Link

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By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 6:49 pm EDT

This would be a big deal if Indiana were having a primary any time soon.

Oh, wait....... =)

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By Kevin ":: g+s+ ::" Winterfield Apr 30th 2008 at 6:53 pm EDT

we have GOT to make this an Ad for IN. it will destroy her.

HQ HQ HQ --> gotta use this....

-k
g+s+ :: call IN/NC :: !!

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By jordarundt Apr 30th 2008 at 7:00 pm EDT

We should not use this in an ad. If we do, the storyline will be "Obama going negative". This story has legs, and it's better to let the media make this story go viral.

Re: ABC News | Report to Admin

By Kevin ":: g+s+ ::" Winterfield Apr 30th 2008 at 7:21 pm EDT

no, we should - couch it in a ad about Obama's support for jobs. it is important to remind voters that our opponent is not well-informed and not trustworthy.

-k

Re: ABC News | Report to Admin

By jordarundt Apr 30th 2008 at 7:35 pm EDT

Trust me the minute we touch this issue it will die, and be replaced by a storyline about Barack going negative. Did you watch during snipergate? If the media decide to go with this story, they will make it go viral. It will be all we hear about in the next couple of days, and it is free advertising for Barack. But if we push it, they will kill the story. Trust me, leave it to the media.

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By ★Holly♐HH Honored to Have Helped with This Historic Campaign! ★ Eugene Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

Here's the link to DIGG this up!

Link

Could be a godsend if this grows legs -- better than Bosnia because it is directly about jobs and economy and she is just inventing extra dialogue for a scene than never happened (Bayh pleading with Bush--Oops, it was actually Bill C!)

Re: ABC News | Report to Admin

By MartisaHussein4Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:36 pm EDT

I think NAFTA-GATE should have been enough to make HRC go away, but it wasn't. Then came Bosnia this was enough to embarrass women across the world let alone the U.S., but it didn't.

Nothing embarrass's this women, she has not pride or dignity. She knows what she's doing and you can see it all in her face. She has all bad intentions, and I feel sorry for those people who have a hard time character judging because HRC is a "real" problem character wise.

Re: ABC News | Report to Admin

By ♥ Tanya ♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:55 pm EDT

I see they're trying to get their viewers back.

Re: ABC News | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 7:06 pm EDT

Very interesting!

"Truth!" | Report to Admin

By GCG - Austin, TX Apr 30th 2008 at 6:48 pm EDT

Awesome!

I especially like the last line: "That’s what you need from a President someone who’s going to tell you the truth"

HA!

I love it..... | Report to Admin

By Rhonda in IL Apr 30th 2008 at 6:48 pm EDT

When did we get the counter on the blog page for delegates??? I just saw it, and I LOOOVE it! I think this is great!

YES WE CAN!!!

Re: I love it..... | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 6:51 pm EDT

Me, too! It's really a morale booster.

Re: I love it..... | Report to Admin

By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:51 pm EDT

I believe we got it yesterday. I noticed it around 8pm or so, give or take.

I ♥ it too!
And, it is being consistantly updated, too! After each endorsement today, they changed it!

Re: I love it..... | Report to Admin

By ♍ Christi, Vote for Change ☮ -CA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:52 pm EDT

Yesterday

Re: I love it..... | Report to Admin

By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 6:53 pm EDT

YEsterday, I think! :))

It's like a countdown timer, hehe. Doesn't it warrant a donation? ;)

Re: I love it..... | Report to Admin

By Jeannie "Make Three Wishes on Her Bottle of Hope for One and All" in PA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

Definitely cool.

Re: I love it..... | Report to Admin

By Rhonda in IL Apr 30th 2008 at 7:15 pm EDT

Speaking of donation does anyone have the link handy for the $30 tee shirt and the $15 magnet? I think I MUST HAVE each!!!

Thanks!

Re: I love it..... | Report to Admin

By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 7:32 pm EDT

No but, here's the link for 'The more perfect union DVD & print copy

Link

ONLY 8 HOURS LEFT on the WEST.. | Report to Admin

By Max Hussein Who lives in orange County California and has HOPE! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:49 pm EDT

Let us all get our spare change and send it in!

The new ads are great!

Peace from the OC

GREAT advertisement!! | Report to Admin

By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 6:49 pm EDT

Absolutely wonderful advertisement.
Everytime I think Senator Obama cannot impress me anymore, he does.
Yes we can! -- especially since Senator Obama's campaign is a political phenomenom and our numbers are growing exponentially!

Don't forget that just 4 short months ago, Senator Clinton was considered such a shoe-in for this nomination that she ran a campaign based on her own "inevitability!" I know the MSM has the short-term memory span of a flee, but we should not forget how very far this campaign has come.

Right now, Senator Obama is the presumptive Democratic nominee!! Back in December how many of you thought this would happen??? Senator Obama's campaign IS a political phenomenom.

Yes we can! All the way to the Oval Office -- President Obama, the 44th President of these 50 States United and her territories.

Who is that cutie! | Report to Admin

By Please delete my profile... Apr 30th 2008 at 6:51 pm EDT

Wow what a cutie introducing Michelle and Caroline!
Wooohooo!

Re: Who is that cutie! | Report to Admin

By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:54 pm EDT

I don't think you and I are watching the same rally LOL

Re: Who is that cutie! | Report to Admin

By Please delete my profile... Apr 30th 2008 at 7:00 pm EDT

CNN sucks! Did you see that bozo keep standing in front of the camera he is still doing it! He is STUPID! Can I have a link to the other station??
Please!

Re: Who is that cutie! | Report to Admin

By Please delete my profile... Apr 30th 2008 at 6:54 pm EDT

Who are the jerks talking???? How rude! Did you see the bozo stand in from of the camera??? What a loser!

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By Please delete my profile... Apr 30th 2008 at 7:07 pm EDT

I tell you, CNN sucks.... They are back on. thank goodness - i was having palpatations! Tee Hee! She just told me to relax.. OK Michelle...

Back on Track | Report to Admin

By Helped To Turn NC Blue! Apr 30th 2008 at 6:51 pm EDT

This is a great ad in response to the HC ad I have been seeing. Obama is back on track with his message!

It is truly shameful! | Report to Admin

By Lou from Hattiesburg, MS Apr 30th 2008 at 6:52 pm EDT

Hello,

I am a Hillary supporter. I must say that I am also outraged by Wright's comments. How could he do such a dispicable thing to Mr. Obama?! That was the lowest kind of betrayal that someone could do! My heart goes out to Senator Obama. I am sure he is very hurt. SHAME ON YOU JEREMIAH WRIGHT!!! Wright is so ignorant. How could he cut his own nose off to spite his face at the expense of Barack? That was stupid! Even if he hates white people, then he should of kept quiet and he would have gotten what he wanted...a black...excuse me...half black...president. Why would he try to hurt someone that would be fitting for his racist agenda? I'm so sorry Barack. It is truly sad! I do support Hillary Clinton for my own reasons but I don't want to see you go away. You have a lot to offer. God bless.

Saddened,
Hillary Supporter

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By Jeff in "Mayretta", GA -- Middle aged, yet a first time voter because of Barack Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:55 pm EDT

Don't worry you're "pretty" little head Lou. Rev Wright WILL have his choice in presidents.

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By Jeff in "Mayretta", GA -- Middle aged, yet a first time voter because of Barack Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:56 pm EDT

your not you're

Doh! I hate it when I do that :-)

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By Will (Who is tired of the same old politics on capitol hill!) Apr 30th 2008 at 6:55 pm EDT

Lou, welcome to Obama's web site? Could you enlighten us as to why you are a Hillary supporter?

Re: It is truly shameful! | Report to Admin

By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:56 pm EDT

Thankfully, Barack has moved on.

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By Kevin ":: g+s+ ::" Winterfield Apr 30th 2008 at 6:57 pm EDT

dude... some suggest it might have been your candidate's folks that put him up to this... so, what do you have to say about that?

oh, and Obama ain't going nowhere. have you seen the delegate, state, vote numbers and the polls? even with all the junk your candidate has tossed at him, he's still ahead! way ahead!

-k
g+s+ :: call IN/NC :: !!

Re: It is truly shameful! | Report to Admin

By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 7:27 pm EDT

Kevin, you know, you don't do anyone any good when you reply rudely to someone who takes the time to come here in a spirit of goodwill and kindness.

I only hope Lou stuck around long enough to see the responses she deserved. It was a very kind thing to do.

Let's not be divisive and mean-spirited. For so many reasons.

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By NB4Oin08 Apr 30th 2008 at 6:57 pm EDT

thanks for your contribution to this blog,

now let's chat why you can't find a way to support Barack. I won't cut Hillary down. What she has talents, Barack matches and brings inspiration. My fellow Obamacans can give you other good reasons

.... listen

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By NB4Oin08 Apr 30th 2008 at 6:57 pm EDT

thanks for your contribution to this blog,

now let's chat why you can't find a way to support Barack. I won't cut Hillary down. What she has talents, Barack matches and brings inspiration. My fellow Obamacans can give you other good reasons

.... listen

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By jayman♦ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:58 pm EDT

Thanks for the love! I hope you vote Obama in november!

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By Sally Apr 30th 2008 at 6:58 pm EDT

Hey Lou, how in the hell are ya? I didn't appreciate the black/ half black part of your post, but aside from that- Welcome. :) I wish you could talk your candidate into having an open blog as we do. Do you know why she doesn't?

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By LaShanda (GRAB A MOP!) Apr 30th 2008 at 6:59 pm EDT

Thank you! That was very sweet! We are not sure if Rev. Wright drunk the Koolaid or what. Honestly, I know folks who have attended that church and they say this is not the Rev. Wright they know.

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By Saska Apr 30th 2008 at 7:01 pm EDT

Thanks for voicing your understanding of the difference between Barack Obama, candidate for president, and the man who used to be his pastor.

And I hope that occasional snide comments won't drive you away, because we'd be happy to have you with us as Democrats in the general election. We are, by and large, a welcoming people -- even if some are reflexively angry after all of the mud that has been slung at us by our opponent.

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By TstormLortonVA "Health Care Reform Now!: Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

God bless you Lou for your excellent. It has been sad event..this Rev. Wright side show. I too was so angry for what he did to Barack. I wish he had disowned him during his speech in Philadelphia. But he was better than that. He continues to operate at a higher level.

Shame on the MSM focusing on Rev. Wright. America is in VERY SERIOUS financial trouble. The MSM wants to keep the American people distracted in order to maintain the status quo.

I know this primary season has been tough but I pray that we can come together as DEMOCRATS in the Fall.

Re: It is truly shameful! | Report to Admin

By Marina from Maine Apr 30th 2008 at 7:09 pm EDT

Thank-you for your kind and understanding post. We should all be as respectful as you are. And many times we aren't.

To the jerk that wrote the nasty stuff in response, shame on you!

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By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 7:11 pm EDT

Thank you, Lou from Hattiesburg. You are very kind. Senator Obama was clearly suffering over it.

I'll tell you a really good thing you might like to read: an article in the Huffington Post called 'If Wright Were White' - he makes some excellent and thought-provoking points.

Thanks again for your good wishes.

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By CNN (corrupt news network) loves corrupt policiticians and lobbyists. Apr 30th 2008 at 7:43 pm EDT

Hey Lou,

hilary wont be able to copy Inspiration, Honesty, Toughness and Unity.

she has vetted in copying Obama's ideas, like, how to fund-raise, how to organize grass roots, ....Why is she copying Obama?? she claims she has experience!(must be a lie)

Can We Please Start Talking About Clinton's hypocrisy?? | Report to Admin

By K. Asare Apr 30th 2008 at 6:52 pm EDT

it makes no sense that she gets away with this. the working class should be Obama voters.

Link

Why won't this work??? | Report to Admin

By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:53 pm EDT

Hey,
anyone else having trouble viewing the TRUTH ad at the top of this page???

It keeps telling me "this video is no longer available"

I want to see it!!!!

Why won't it work?????

Re: Why won't this work??? | Report to Admin

By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:56 pm EDT

I can see it!

Re: Why won't this work??? | Report to Admin

By Jeff in "Mayretta", GA -- Middle aged, yet a first time voter because of Barack Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:57 pm EDT

I watched it. It's awesome.

Re: Why won't this work??? | Report to Admin

By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

Okay, that was weird, NOW I can see it and I just have to say......

That is freakin' AWESOME!!!!!

THANK YOU BO and HQ!!!!!!

I am sooooooooooo glad that he made this ad, because I think some voters really have no idea about this "gimmick" and just believe everything out of HRC mouth (i know, crazy right).

This is AWESOME!!!!!! YAY!!!!

I wonder how HRC will counter this????

I'm sure she will come out swinging.

Re: Why won't this work??? | Report to Admin

By ♥ Tanya ♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:58 pm EDT

Read your message and just tried to play it. It's working for me. Weird....

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By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 6:59 pm EDT

There's another copy of it on Ben Smith's blog at politico.com, and one at DailyKOS too (one of the rec'd diaries).

It is an AWESOME ad. Not directly negative -- and that is ok, because all the media folks are going negative on it, while supporting Obama's position!

Question | Report to Admin

By Sharon Apr 30th 2008 at 6:53 pm EDT

Do purchases from the Obama Store, if made by midnight tonight, count toward our April total?

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By ♍ Christi, Vote for Change ☮ -CA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:55 pm EDT

I think only if they have the stock on hand to ship right away. there are links to a magnet bumper sticker a shirt and something else I cannot remember at the moment. Someone please put up the links for the merchandise with a donation today.

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By Jeff in "Mayretta", GA -- Middle aged, yet a first time voter because of Barack Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

No, I don't think that's accurate. It is foremost a contribution.

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By Jeff in "Mayretta", GA -- Middle aged, yet a first time voter because of Barack Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:04 pm EDT

Although, what the heck do I know? :-)

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By Jeff in "Mayretta", GA -- Middle aged, yet a first time voter because of Barack Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

Today is the final day for April fundraising.

Donate today to show the campaign's continued strength and get a...

Poster: Link

Magnet: Link

T-Shirt: Link

Then make some calls if you have some free time.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 7:11 pm EDT

it counts; mine were reported to the FEC in the quarter i ordered in, not the quarter i rec'd them in.

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By Sharon Apr 30th 2008 at 7:54 pm EDT

Thanks Mary!

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By Jeff in "Mayretta", GA -- Middle aged, yet a first time voter because of Barack Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 6:59 pm EDT

Yes

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By Sharon Apr 30th 2008 at 7:16 pm EDT

Thanks!

The pink Obama shirt has now officially been added to my collection. I've wanted that one for a while.

gas tax ad | Report to Admin

By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 6:54 pm EDT

i've posted before that it's a great ad - and it is - but a really important thing that's missing is: increase public transportation! this is critical and an excellent answer to so many problems, not least over-reliance on oil. it also makes it possible for people who don't drive / can't afford a car / can't afford gas to get to work and do their shopping and visit people.

London's public transport is notoriously shambolic and expensive - but it beats US cities by a country mile - and if you go anywhere in, eg, Netherlands, the wonderful, clean, efficient, cheap public transport will just blow you away.

AND jobs would be created in manufacturing, maintenance, and driving trams, trains, buses ...

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 7:14 pm EDT

i hear ya! i'd love to take public transport, if my job weren't 25 miles from my home or there was a bus going every hour, baby i'd be on it!!!

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By Michele Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

What is your health care like in England?

Great ad | Report to Admin

By Smoke Apr 30th 2008 at 6:54 pm EDT

I know it has been said before, but that is a great ad.

Here's a funny | Report to Admin

By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 6:54 pm EDT

This is a good one:

Link

"Hillary and the Coffee Machine"

Who's the elitist? I wonder how Hillary will do with the Coffee Drinker Vote now... LOL.

Re: Here's a funny | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 6:58 pm EDT

We all go to Starbucks.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 7:00 pm EDT

In fact they should have voter registration in Starbucks to increase our votes. Recent polls show that we win 92% of the Starbucks voters. We only get 87% of the whole milk latte crowd but get over 94% of of the non-fat crowd. We are elite even in the elite group.

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By jayman♦ Apr 30th 2008 at 7:01 pm EDT

100% of soy drinkers

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

Freaks. Not even real Americans.

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By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 7:14 pm EDT

LOL :P

( I dunno how anyone can drink Soy... rofl )

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By Saska Apr 30th 2008 at 7:19 pm EDT

I'm a breve drinker, so I count for more % than the whole milk people!

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By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 6:58 pm EDT

Good question...it's been going in and out!

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By maria from europe Apr 30th 2008 at 7:04 pm EDT

on again.... they teasing us

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By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 7:07 pm EDT

LOL I know.... >:(

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By Lisa-Another Obama Mama (A TRUE OBAMA SUPPORTER; NOT SWAYED BY MSM, PUNDITS, POLLS, DISTRACTIONS, HATERS) Apr 30th 2008 at 8:28 pm EDT

Michelle was so awesome in her rally. She made me tear up. I saw a couple of other folks wiping their eyes (or excuse me *ahem* getting something out of their eyes).

I love her and her powerful words of encouragement. I can now see why she is known as - The Closer. =D

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By ✫ Southpaw for our new Lefthanded POTUS! ✫ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:56 pm EDT

Since this is a positive post day, as I was reading about the person who was at the grocery store, I remembered my own good story.

I was a passenger on a flight, and I could hear the guy behind me strike up a conversation with his seatmate. They started off just talking about politics, but then I heard Obama's name. This guy sung Obama's praises all the way from Atlanta to Chicago. I mean the WHOLE FLIGHT! he never came up for air. And pretty loudly, too. He was a 40something white guy. Latte, drinking, I think.

But Obama supporters are PROUD! And we don't care who knows it.

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By ♥ Tanya ♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 6:59 pm EDT

Love It! :o)

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By A Rebirth Apr 30th 2008 at 7:06 pm EDT

I can dig it; the whole world is talking about him! Nothing but props for our man, y'all!

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By Jeff in "Mayretta", GA -- Middle aged, yet a first time voter because of Barack Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:07 pm EDT

Hey that could've been me! But I haven't flown anywhere recently, so probably not. ;-)

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By Not-a-Sheep : ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:01 pm EDT

to comport with positive day....let me just reply with I'm glad it was you and not me! Even though the topic was my favorite candidate....that would have driven me nuts!

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By ✫ Southpaw for our new Lefthanded POTUS! ✫ Apr 30th 2008 at 7:06 pm EDT

It WAS driving some people nuts. After the flight, a guy said to me..."Can you believe that guy? Talking the whole time?!?"

I could believe it. Hard to stop talking about CHANGE WE BELIEVE IN! LOL

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By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 7:53 pm EDT

better than the big mouth behind me who talked only about himelf to the older woman next to him all the way from charlotte, nc to columbus,oh.

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By Humble Supporter of OBama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

My wife tells me that I don't hear anything if Barack is talking.
She also tells me that Michelle will have to compete with me for Barack.
Yes us Latte drinking, small state residents are certainly passionate for Barack.

I live in Minnesota and Barack won by a huge margin here.

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By New Freedom, PA Obama supporter Apr 30th 2008 at 7:40 pm EDT

My wife call Barack my "boo". She says, "How is your 'boo' today?" or "Tell your 'boo' that I need to steal you away for a few minutes. I know he'd understand."

Hope is addictive and contagious.

Gobama 2008 and 2012

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By Kim D, I survived the Tx Dem Convention, Apr 30th 2008 at 7:56 pm EDT

HA, everyone that calls me says before I begin, let me ask you how your man is today. I give them the lastest and then we talk.

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By Max Hussein Who lives in orange County California and has HOPE! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:44 pm EDT

Dear Humble from MN ..

Thank you so much for your support.

My wife hasn't seen me in 4 months and we live in the same house!

Don't get off the blogs until 2-3am and then I'm right back at em the next day!

Peace to you and yours.

From the OC

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By Robinann from nj, who thinks Senator Obama has the integrity of Atticus Finch Apr 30th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT

Its pretty funny. I have started noticing some of my friends kinda skirting away when they see me coming...LOL. I think they are tired of hearing non-stop Barack, Barack, Barack.

I even have them calling, leaving quick msgs with the latest Obama news, as if I needed any updates! I laughed when my totally non political, non news watching buddy called up, leaving a msg, "OBAMA, OBAMA. Go O, Go O. BTW Rob, what's up with that Pastor guy?"

I need him elected today, so I can gain some sort of semblance of normalcy back in my life!

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By Obamakim Apr 30th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT

Thanks my Obama family!

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By Altar Eggo Apr 30th 2008 at 6:56 pm EDT

Remember those robo-calls going to predominately black households in NC? Who's guilty? A pro-Hillary group in DC.

Contact them with their online contact form: Link

email addresses:
rallythevote@wvwv.org
infowvwv.org

Here's the whole story:
Link

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By idaho obamacan Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

Keep reposting their e-mail address lets flood them.

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By Altar Eggo Apr 30th 2008 at 7:09 pm EDT

I've started searching for more contact information, too. If anybody finds more contact info, post it here.

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By Altar Eggo Apr 30th 2008 at 7:13 pm EDT

Women’s Voices Executive Director Joe Goode worked for Bill Clinton’s election campaign in 1992 as a pollster; the group’s website says he was intimately involved in “development and implementation of all polling and focus groups done for the presidential primary and general election campaigns” for Clinton.

Women’s Voices board member John Podesta, former Chief of Staff for President Bill Clinton, donated $2,300 to Hillary Clinton on April 19, 2007, according to OpenSecrets.org.

And Maggie Williams, Clinton’s current campaign manager, served on the board of WVWV in 2007: Link

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

i'm sure there's no connection. maybe those robocalls will be stopped for at least NC!

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By Altar Eggo Apr 30th 2008 at 7:35 pm EDT

What do you mean no connection?

Hillary's CURRENT campaign manager (Maggie Williams, Link ) was on the board of WVWV in 2007, and now WVWV is caught robo-calling black voters in NC solely for the purpose of providing mis-information about their voter registration status.

You really don't see a connection?

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 7:51 pm EDT

(joke....)

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By Altar Eggo Apr 30th 2008 at 8:03 pm EDT

Ah. Sarcasm is hard to read. Sorry.

But, look what I found! Page Gardner from WVWV post on Huffington today:
"Confusion Surrounding Robo-Calls in North Carolina"

Link

I think we ALL need to go post on her blog what we think of her unethical robo-calls! Who's with me?!

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 8:15 pm EDT

on my way!!

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By lemonkid Apr 30th 2008 at 8:01 pm EDT

I only did 20 minutes of research on this one and this is what I found:
Other board members of WVWV include

John Podesta: (Clinton Chief of Staff)
Donated $2,300 to Hillary Clinton’s campaign

Mimi Mager:
$2,000 Clinton

Maggie Rheinstein:
$900 Barack Obama (So you know I'm not just giving one side!)

In addition, the first link WVWV provides is to the affiliated org. "WE Vote" whose national co-chair is
Geraldine Ferraro

In addition, the President of the affiliated Institute for Women's Policy Research is
Heidi Hartmann—
who donated $2,300 to the Clinton campaign.

all the dollar amts. were found on opensecrets.org, and I'm pretty sure they only include numbers from 2007-early 2008.
I just found these connections in the FIRST TWO links given by the WVWV website. Now of course, we know that women are a key demographic for Clinton, but I'm sure there are more connections here--I just don't have time to search for them tonight.
It just feels...icky. I sure hope someone follows this one up.

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By Not-a-Sheep : ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:18 pm EDT

I thought it was Women's Voices, Women Vote behind those robo-calls and the recent ones in IN that caused so much confusion and that violated IN law about identifying the source of the call.....are they backing our oppoent? I admit I have no idea who these various PAC's are backing.

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By Carol from Birmingham, AL Apr 30th 2008 at 6:57 pm EDT

Do any of you remember the song, The Freaks Come Out At Night? Well, that is so true. We've had a pretty good day today on this blog (yes, I've been on here since 8:00 this morning, off and on). But I notice in the evenings and late at night, the "Freaks" come out all over the blog.

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By Doris from MD Apr 30th 2008 at 7:04 pm EDT

Carol you are so right! What other song titles are out there that describe the freaks or crazy people. Want to play a game? I can't think of any at the moment, but will get back to you!!!

How to reach "The Moment of GLORY" | Report to Admin

By AgeOfAwareness Apr 30th 2008 at 6:57 pm EDT

We may SUPPORT OBAMA...

by making CALLS, CANVASING, DONATING
and going DOOR-TO-DOOR.

FOCUS on REAL ISSUES (i.e. the Economy, Jobs, Health Care, the War, Pay equity, removing "Special Interests" control over Washington, CHANGING Washington in FAVOR of the "ordinary" American, etc.).

OBAMA is CLOSER to "ordinary" Americans (more than ANY other Candidate), but Obama is also about INCLUSIVENESS and BALANCE, and Obama will work with a BROAD COALITION for the COMMON GOOD.

OBAMA is the BEST solution for dealing with HIGH GAS price Link

NO to "distractions"
NO to "defeatist"
NO to "racial slice & dice"
NO to "negatives"
NO to MEDIA
DECEPT IONS.

BE POSITIVE everywhere!!!

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By Jay from Winston-Salem, NC Apr 30th 2008 at 6:57 pm EDT

Spread this story to all of the media outlets:
Link

IT would be great to make sure that it gets to local outlets in IN and NC.
Also, I don't quite understand how the NBC poll is bad, when Obama is still up by 3, and it was taken before he denounced Wright but after Wright's speech on Monday.
Also, we have had our worst month in Iraq in a long time. We really need to push Iraq again. It is our strongest argument against Clinton, and she likes to avoid it when she is riding in gigantic white trucks to get gas with somebody that she will not care about anymore once after the election.

RACE FOR THE WHITEHOUSE | Report to Admin

By PAT FROM VA Apr 30th 2008 at 6:59 pm EDT

I CAN NOT STAND MSNBC, IT IS WORSE THAT FOX. I DONT KNOW WHY I KEEP WATCHING THIS STUPID AND BIASED NEWS CHANNEL. WHAT THE HECK IS WRONG WITH THE RACIST PAT BUCHANAN. HE IS JUST AS WORSE AS WRIGHT. HE NEEDS TO GO JOIN FOX NEWS OR RETIRE. THE WHOLE ENTIRE HOUR THEY HAVE BEEN TALKING ABOUT WRIGHT, DONT THEY HAVE ANYTHING BETTER TO TALK ABOUT. WHAT A MESS THIS HAS BECOME. THEY WANT OBAMA TO GO DOWN, BUT HE IS NOT GOING ANYWHERE. I BELIEVE GOD IS ON HIS SIDE AND HE IS ON HIS SIDE RIGHT NOW. THIS YEAR IS OBAMA'S YEAR. IAM GOING TO SUPPORT HIM NOMATTER WHAT.

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By ♥ Tanya ♥ Apr 30th 2008 at 7:01 pm EDT

Save your blood pressure. Don't contribute to their ratings -- that show especially.

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By Rayrick Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

Never forget that they've got 24 hours to fill.
Every possible issue gets magnified a zillion fold because they've got to talk 24/7.

This is their last hurrah on this business. Tomorrow, it's old news except for the occasional mention. It probably already IS old news with respect to the major network broadcasts (though I admit I didn't watch any tonight).

Turn off the cable news channels. They warp your view of reality (and needlessly raise your blood pressure).

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By Ed S Apr 30th 2008 at 6:59 pm EDT

The voter's have a choice get the truth with Obama or the lie's and forgotten facts with HRC. Hill is talking up Magnequench leaving Indiana for China and blaming Bush but the company left in 1995. :-0 guess who was president!

Check it Out

Link

Guess what? I met my goal! | Report to Admin

By Victoria in Virginia Apr 30th 2008 at 7:00 pm EDT

I had $45 to go to reach my fundraising goal and posted a link to my page...went off to eat dinner...and just checked back in and discovered that a very generous blogger donated all $45! You all BaRock! Thank you to everyone who keeps on giving to this campaign...Yes We Can (Together)!

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By Michele Apr 30th 2008 at 7:00 pm EDT

This ad on "Truth", is exacting what the Obama campaign needs to run. Every ad the Clinton campaign comes out with negative criticism about Obama, he needs to run a counter ad. Running ads like that are not negative campaigning and I do not believe people will see it that way.

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By Mattcarr80 Apr 30th 2008 at 7:00 pm EDT

the woman-of-the-people (who as AP noted "hasn't driven a car or pumped gas in many years") decided to get herself a cup of Joe (except it was a cappuccino -- she wanted the fancy stuff.) That's typically hypocritical when one of her own supporters slammed latte drinkers today while praising Hillary's "testicular fortitude."

Except, one small problem: Hillary's been in her bubble for so long, she didn't know how to work the machine. Just watch the video as Hillary tries to figure out the buttons.

Link

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By Sharon Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

Too funny!

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By meta Apr 30th 2008 at 7:29 pm EDT

Ready on Day One! LOL!

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By kkbmom Apr 30th 2008 at 7:04 pm EDT

Kate in NC.

Stopped watching ages ago and feel MUCH better. especially don't watch ABC.

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By Jeannie "Make Three Wishes on Her Bottle of Hope for One and All" in PA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:07 pm EDT

Ooohhhh, I like it. I'm there!

Link? | Report to Admin

By Smoke Apr 30th 2008 at 7:01 pm EDT

Anyone have a link for the live feed?

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By Ruha from Kyle, TX Apr 30th 2008 at 7:07 pm EDT

Link

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By Priscilla ; A change is coming to 1600 Pennsalvania Ave! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

did the live stream of michelle's rally stop for anyone else?!?!? is there another link!?

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By Smoke Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

CNN had the nerve to cut Caroline Kennedy off in mid sentence.

BIG MO....... | Report to Admin

By Indiana Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

Love this ad! It is one of the best ever! This is a good answer to her lies.

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By Not-a-Sheep : ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

Lou Dobbs just said Clinton and Obama are in a "statistical dead heat for the Dem nomination." dead heat? I don't think so!

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By TstormLortonVA "Health Care Reform Now!: Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

Yeah...I heard that crap too. He must have failed math in high school.

More votes
More contests won
More delegates
More super... (soon, very soon)

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By Jay "Hussein" PhD Apr 30th 2008 at 7:06 pm EDT

hahaha.....its not news.....its called disinformation or psychological operation (psychops). These guys are providing commentary based on what brings in ratings. The goal is to keep HRC in the race because it is good for ratings.

Surely you don't believe they are reporting "fair and balance" news do you? If you are looking for news, watch your local 10pm news. That is as close as you get to news.

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By Not-a-Sheep : ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:14 pm EDT

no actually LINK TV and Current TV do a much better job than any MSM at covering REAL news.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 7:06 pm EDT

It's not even a stats problem. It's a matter of counting. This is an indication of the bad math skills in this country. We demand a MSM and a president that can do grade school math.

Sen. Clinton watch jobs go to China!!! | Report to Admin

By alpha Apr 30th 2008 at 7:02 pm EDT

Sen. Hillary Clinton and Bill Clinton are LIARS!

This is for the Indiana voters and North Carolina!
Can you say....NATFA!!! READ THIS LINK BELOW!

Link

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By Not-a-Sheep : ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

oops! Someone missed the memo about positive day! LOL
It's ok, we hear ya!

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By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

I added the article to DIGG - please Digg it up!
Link

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By MilesDavis Apr 30th 2008 at 7:03 pm EDT

Mr. Obama was a member of Rev. Wright's church for 20 years. I find it difficult to believe he didn't know what Rev. wright was about all that time? Was he given a list of sermons that the
Rev. Wright would be spewing his vile opinions so that Barack and family could conveniently stay home? Is it Obama's lack of judgement or does he really believe the BS Wright was espousing?

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By JAY-JAY Apr 30th 2008 at 7:09 pm EDT

Neither.

Wright is pastor of a church with educated congregation (judges, lawyers, doctors, senator etc.) Do you honestly believe the folk would stay at a church where the pastor promoted hate?

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By April in Austin with the magic 8 ball Apr 30th 2008 at 7:11 pm EDT

Well I thought I knew my pastor who married my husband and I and had a relationship with my inlaws.. We found out years later he was repeatedly commiting adultry. Sadly it happens and they know how to hide it well if they really want to..

Back to my cooking dinner..

FR--Link

Pocket change for real CHANGE
Small amounts can make a BIG difference.

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By JAY-JAY Apr 30th 2008 at 7:12 pm EDT

Neither.

Wright is pastor of a church with educated congregation (judges, lawyers, doctors, senator etc.) Do you honestly believe the folk would stay at a church where the pastor promoted hate?

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By NorCal Woman Apr 30th 2008 at 7:13 pm EDT

If a person's Reverand is that important to your decision in voting for a President then I hope you are not Catholic-because the Priests have a real problem with molestating boys. Hillary's vote to go to war cost thousands and thousands of live-I think that is something worth worrying about-not to mention she wants to obliviate Iran-not to mention she helped kill thousands of innocent Bosnians because she told Bill that he could not help Bosnia because her failed healthcare plan was more important. I think issues involving human life are far more serious than a person's reverand.

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By dannaseattle Apr 30th 2008 at 7:13 pm EDT

miles
What Wright was about was himself apparently, he is old school... and can not transdend...
Obama found faith
If you are so in doubt then support someone else
this is media

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 7:18 pm EDT

I remember when I did go the church that I had very little knowledge about the priests in the church. There was some stuff I heard that I didn't like, but it was the church in our neighborhood that we attended so it didn't seem all that important. I suspect that BO doesn't go to church very often anyway. I don't think any of these politicians go on a regular basis, so I'm not surprised by a lack of knowledge of what he may or may not have said.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Apr 30th 2008 at 7:26 pm EDT

I also think this whole thing is a little weird. You seem to be an actual supporter so I'm giving you the benefit of the doubt. If this is really an issue for you I would think to be fair you should go research the pastors of all the candidates and find the worst things that they did in their lives. Then you need to extrapolate and decide what you think the other candidates would do under the same circumstances that BO has been subjected to. If you then decide that this is an issue then you need to weigh against other issues like the war and decide if it is significant in determining your vote. If not then discard it.

As for me, this is actually the first thing I have posted about this issue. I actually do not care. I don't care about what the preacher said and I don't care about how BO responded. I don't care what MSM has to say and I actually don't care what you think or do. But do what you think is fair and will result in the best outcome on related to all the issues.
I note in your profile that you are concerned about the war. If you are willing to abandon your position about the war due to your decision regarding the preacher, than that is your choice. My choice is that it isn't worth considering. So do as you please according to your own conscience.

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By Pizzaro Apr 30th 2008 at 7:18 pm EDT

Miles - not to be rude - but if you don't want to vote for him - then don't. This whole thing is nonsense especialy with all the issues we face a country.

People who constantly bring this up at this point simply miss the boat- but that's your choice.

If you feel he should have known or that he shares those sentiments then simply don't vote for the man.

I believe that in reality most people -with the exception of true undecideds -vote on the total package of a person. This man is the most genuine candidate out there. This guilt by association nonsense is just crap.

There is a reason most voters are not swayed by this stupidity.

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By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 7:28 pm EDT

I'd much rather have a person in the WH who is according to others at times a bit too loyal to those who have held an important role in their lives and been a part of their faith community, hoping that they'd reach a point of understanding and compassion together, than any of the other choices currently (or in any time in my memory!!) available.

I understand that character trait myself, as I have it; I just keep hoping that the other person and I can resolve that one issue so that we can continue to maintain and build a stronger foundation as human beings on the face of this troubled planet.

but please don't ever question that he's any different than most other pastoral sorts in his understanding of the biblical indoctrinations, and please educate yourself on what the constitution has to say about the importance of religion in politics!

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By Nick, READY TO FIGHT in Iowa! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

Miles are you serious? I refuse to debate this issue with you. I see you have a profile, that does not prove your intentions. How do I know your not here to spread lies, decent, and hate? Answer is I do not. I can either take you at your word, or not.

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By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:31 pm EDT

Miles,
Obama has stated that he was not in church when the statements that were looped over and over again were made.

I am not sure how frequently he attended church, every Sunday, a few times a month.....

I am sure not EVERY Sunday, as he is a BUSY man, probably out of town a lot.

Now, you also have to remember that Trinity Church is a HUGE, widely known church in Chicago AND many of their members are WHITE, so while he obviously made these comments, I am not sure HOW OFTEN he was making statements like this.

Also, please remember that Rev. Wright is a WIDELY known and respected man, across the country. LOTS of people know him and have said that he is a brilliant man. These are facts.

So yes, the comments that he made are controversial and down right unacceptable, but I'm not sure how much he was actually saying things like this. I think that if he was spewing things like this all the time, this would have been an issue before in the church community. Also, many of his services are taped, and it seems like only a few of these comments have been found, or you know that they would be played all over the teevee.

Additionally, I think more people would be coming out and saying that they heard comments like this being made, and yet many reporters are saying that many people that attend the church also state they are offended by his statements and have not heard these things in church.

Obama does not agree with or condone any of these statements or views of Wright. He has denounced and rejected them.

Obviously Wright HAS done some good things as a Pastor and community member. THESE good things are the things that have inspired Obama. THESE good things are the reason that Obama attended the church, and had respect for Wright.

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By ✫ Southpaw for our new Lefthanded POTUS! ✫ Apr 30th 2008 at 7:32 pm EDT

Listen, if you don't want to vote for BO, then don't. I doubt he knows everything the Rev. said. He obviously didn't go to church every sunday.

READ THIS! It's cool if you don't believe him. What do you want me to do? Go get on McCains blog and support whoever you want. If you feel that McCain, who called his wife a nasty name, better represents you...have at it.

If you think that Hillary, who lies, and wants to sit in the same office where her husband had an affair, holds your values, go support her.

It's ok, and like I've been saying all day...IT'S ALL GOOD!

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By Thomas from Hutto, TX Apr 30th 2008 at 8:03 pm EDT

I have a better question. What kind of people vote for a presidential candidate when 60% of the nation believes she is dishonest? I'm sorry, but I have to really wonder about voters in this country and in the remaining states who tell themselves...Yeah she's dishonest but at least we know what her dirt is..or ok she may be dishonest but she has experience. Experience? Like in Bosnia right which was a flat out slap in the face lie to the Americen people but we're willing to accept a direct lie from the mouth of a candidate over another whose is somehow responsible for his pastors remarks?

Polls show most voters want change...and yet we are going to elect another Clinton after another Bush and both who represent the old way of governing our country using the same old tactics, using the same old diplomacy methods in a world where globalization is key and the US no longer the top of the food chain.

It makes no sense.

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By Mitch Hussein Apr 30th 2008 at 7:06 pm EDT

Mitch CT.

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By Not-a-Sheep : ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:11 pm EDT

If I lived alone and wasn't a day trader I could do that but when my spouse is blaring the TV from the other room (that's where I heard it) and when my livelihood depends on news that effects the markets, I'm a prisoner to the rot box whether I choose to be or not!

Hillary and a coffee machine! | Report to Admin

By RICK Mexican American 4 OBAMA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:03 pm EDT

For those of you that need a breather watch how Hillary has a hard time operating a coffee machine! Pretty funny...

Actually i've done it once or twice before so im not knocking her just thought I would share...

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By RICK Mexican American 4 OBAMA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:04 pm EDT

Link

sorry forgot to attach link BIG DUH

I guess thats what i get huh lol!

VIVA OBAMA

Trip to the Grocery Store.. | Report to Admin

By BroncoSandi from Idaho Apr 30th 2008 at 7:04 pm EDT

I'm reposting as we have a new page....

Trip to the Grocery Store..

I Iwent to the Grocery store
this afternoon and bought $135. worth of groceries.. with no meat except hot dogs. As I was checking out I gave a big sigh and the lady behind me said , "It is depressing." I agreed and said I thought the prices were a reflection of the higher gas prices. She said,"Do you think that the present administration will do anything about it to help us? I think we need a new party in DC so something will be done about this recession gas, health care and all" The checker lady spoke up and said, " Can you believe all the garbage that is going on?" I said will I'm fed up with the fighting and they both agreed . Then Hillary's name came up and they both spoke up and said that they wanted Obama and they can't take Hillary.. The lies, the Rev all of it...They just want Obama and all the garbage to be over. They think he is an honest caring man. These were two strangers, older white ladies who would be in the Hillary group if we listen to the media and they were for Obama. Both live in Oregon and will be voting in the next few weeks by mail. They lifted my spirits and I hope their story lifts yours. YES WE CAN!! AND WE WILL!!
And I donated today in spite of buying groceries... : )

Re: Trip to the Grocery Store.. | Report to Admin

By ♍ Christi, Vote for Change ☮ -CA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

Great post, it does lift my spirits. Yes We Can!

Re: Trip to the Grocery Store.. | Report to Admin

By Jay "Hussein" PhD Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

Yeah, and it takes $60 to $80 to fill up your tank to get to the grocery store.

I'm shocked (or maybe not)....seems to me nothing really matters in this country except whether or not Rev Wright is speaking.

Truth | Report to Admin

By JB Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

Barack, keep up the Truth and Honesty message! Use it at every event, hit back at every Hillary ad, talking point and pander that comes out of her mouth.

And SMILE more.

You we can!

YES, THAT AD IS SUPER!! | Report to Admin

By Arlene Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

TRUTH
a word two candidates don't know,
don't care and it's not their
vocabulary!!

TRUTH Ad
GREAT AD !!!!
PLEASE have the Campaign send this
to all stations in the SOUTH this week...
I think this is one of the best!!!!

THANK YOU!
DONATE
CELEBRATE

YES WE CAN

OBAMA 2008

ABC News | Report to Admin

By Freedom Lover Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

ABC News just reported on a big story about Hillary Clinton and some major contradictions she has been making in her story regarding Indiana jobs being shipped overseas. In fact, it was her husband who helped ship these jobs to China. Please have a look and pass this on:

Link

Re: ABC News | Report to Admin

By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Apr 30th 2008 at 7:11 pm EDT

Or DIGG it Link

Re: ABC News | Report to Admin

By fran Apr 30th 2008 at 7:15 pm EDT

This should be sent everywhere. lou dobbs was praising her today because she said she would go after China and fight them from stealing our secrets...even tho bill was out selling our secrets to China. Let's get this story huge before the election. Another example of her lies.

carolina now on | Report to Admin

By maria from europe Apr 30th 2008 at 7:05 pm EDT

Link

Free Humor!!! | Report to Admin

By Invincible Apr 30th 2008 at 7:06 pm EDT

Not sure if anyone else previously posted this, but this is the funniest story I have heard in the news all week! I promise it will have you in tears, especially if you read all of the comments:)

Link

Re: Free Humor!!! | Report to Admin

By AgeOfAwareness Apr 30th 2008 at 7:16 pm EDT

Although the Media (in general) might report something that is "against" Hillary from time to time, the MAIN "mission" of the Media (with few exceptions) is to "take down" Obama.

What the Media (in general) does is to try and "build your trust", by SEEMING to be balanced and fair, from time to time. But, if you observe the Media over a period of time, you will see that they are MOSTLY (and in an OVERWHELMING way) very much AGAINST Obama (with few exceptions).

The way they try to keep the DISTRACTING "Wright" issue alive is a KEY example that the Media (with few exceptions) are out to "take down" Obama. It is NOT just about improving their ratings.

Re: Free disgust!! | Report to Admin

By marytnurse, supporting Barack Obama until I see his library built on donations from We The People Apr 30th 2008 at 7:39 pm EDT

skip it folks....not worth the time...and well, just skip it

Give give give... for our children! | Report to Admin

By Jen who will celebrate this November with a Obama win!! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:06 pm EDT

Hey Obama Family!

Let's show the world that we are still united and are still willing to give to Barack. His dream is our dream and we must invest in it to make it happen.

I started a donation page three days ago dedicated to our children. Our communities have suffered dearly in the past 8 years and the schools have been bearing the brunt.

As a kindergarten teacher I daily see and teach students with broken homes, poor nutrition and pain that no child should experience. This needs to begin to change immediately... and with Barack in the Oval Office I am confident it will! :)

Please give $5 or more toward my donation page in honor of every child you have or are close to and tell me a little about them and yourself.

Let's show the US and the world that we are going to win Indiana and NC by fundraising NOW. They are reporting their numbers tomorrow and if HRC is way up and we are way down the media will make a roar the Supers will not ignore.

WE CAN DO THIS!
Peace to you all!
Link
Jen

I love this ad. | Report to Admin

By Artis from Belleville, IL Apr 30th 2008 at 7:06 pm EDT

This latest ad where Barrack tells us the truth about gas prices speaks to us as adults who can handle the truth. I appreciate him not giving in to the immediate just to win a vote. This shows that he can be trusted and has the kind of values that I would like to see in the white house. I am so tired of politicians saying what they think you want to hear and deliver on nothing. This ad also shows the judgement to think just beyond today which is why we are in a war with no exit strategy. We need to stop acting first and thinking later which is evident of immature thinking. Children tend to act first and think later. I am tired of the pandering and them treating the public as if we are not capable of thinking things through and yes, we can handle the truth. Thanks for standing strong Barrack!!!

Greeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaat Ad | Report to Admin

By JackJack Apr 30th 2008 at 7:07 pm EDT

That was probably one of the BEST ads Obama has done so far. Clear. Focused. Pointed. Not negative. Showing strength. Showing the reaction of real people to what he said instead of sea of faces in crowds. AWESOME! A+++++++++++++++

Re: Greeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaat Ad | Report to Admin

By Brian in St. Louis Apr 30th 2008 at 7:10 pm EDT

Agreed. This is one of my favorites as well. We're gettin back to our roots BABY!!. My enthusiasm for this campaign has been rejuvenated.

Re: Greeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaat Ad | Report to Admin

By mozzaikh Apr 30th 2008 at 7:16 pm EDT

THIS AD IS A bomb FOLKS.
VERY EFFICIENT.

Re: Greeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaat Ad | Report to Admin

By Dalz Apr 30th 2008 at 7:12 pm EDT

Agreed. Great Ad. I hope, though, that in the coming days, Hillbot will be addressed specifically for her lack of electability, her warmongering stance (obliterate Iran), and her inability and unwillingness to support the middle class.

All that said...I donated $56.00 just a few minutes ago, with the hope that 5/6 will be a good evening. Let's all donate variations of 5/6 ($5.6, $50.60, $56.00, etc.) so we can make this coming Tuesday a good one.

I need advice | Report to Admin

By Tom Brown, Yonkers HS 1966 Apr 30th 2008 at 7:07 pm EDT

I just got an eMail from a friend that lives in NC. She voted yesterday in Cullowee, NC (Jackson County Rec Center) She carefully selected OBAMA but when she did the review of her ballot after it had been cast it came up for MIKE GRAVEL. She insists she was VERY careful, and I can vouch for this person. Nobody at the polling place seemed concerned with what happened. She contacted the Jackson County board of elections Lisa Lovedahl who said she would have to come in to the office to file a complaint. So what do we do? This is crap!

Re: I need advice | Report to Admin

By Jay "Hussein" PhD Apr 30th 2008 at 7:10 pm EDT

WHOA.......!

Please send this to HQ. You need to bring this up so they can investigate.

Re: I need advice | Report to Admin

By Tom Brown, Yonkers HS 1966 Apr 30th 2008 at 7:13 pm EDT

How?

Re: I need advice | Report to Admin

By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Apr 30th 2008 at 7:15 pm EDT

You can report a problem through this site. Go to the home page and on the right hand side is a section for reporting voting problems. I'd also suggest calling HQ afterwards, just to be sure!

Re: I need advice | Report to Admin

By fran Apr 30th 2008 at 7:12 pm EDT

she can demand a do over. you are allowed to correct your ballot.

Re: I need advice | Report to Admin

By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 7:15 pm EDT

yikes - yes, make sure HQ know about it and maybe league of women voters ... do you reckon she should also contact some local reputable journalist to co-contact whatever the local elections board is?

don't let it rest!

we have to make sure they don't steal this election and that they know they are being watched with eagle eyes...

Re: I need advice | Report to Admin

By Marina from Maine Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

Report it here Link

Current "mission" of the Media (in general) | Report to Admin

By AgeOfAwareness Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

The Media (in general) will NOT be "fair and balanced", because their current mission (with few exception) is to "take down" Obama.

Obama is about REALLY CHANGING things in FAVOR of the "ordinary" American - though Obama is also about INCLUSIVENESS and BALANCE in which even the wealthy and powerful, who are enlightened, can be part of the CHANGE need.

The job of the Media (in general) had always been to PROTECT the Status Quo, so that is why they are are all (with few exception) well set against Obama in the hope of stopping Obama.

But, "not this time", we CAN WIN!! if enough "ordinary" Americans, and even some among the wealthy and Powerful, really want a change.

Happy Dance | Report to Admin

By Obama08NOW Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

You creative people with hearts and musical notes need to create something that represents a

HAPPY DANCE.....so I can express myself better.

A donation to my fundraiser, a magnet, a t-shirt and Barack being with his wife have just made my day.

Love you all!!

Barack's disadvantages(s) - You can help! | Report to Admin

By Pizzaro Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

Being here in NC and hearing what is going on in Indiana. Hillary has four
main advantages ( I have excluded Race & the MSM bias for obvious reasons)

a) Every campaign has surrogates but only a former president can be guaranteed an audience and instant credibility in rural areas. Its really 2 against 1 Hillary and Bill against Barack. Michelle is great but in rural areas nothing beats a former president (Remember the Obama’s still have 2 young kids to care for). This is why Billary can hit 6-10 campaign stops a day
b) She is willing to bend the truth and do anything to win – evidence her commercials and Barack is not willing to do the same. BTW I agree with his position but it causes a hardship.
c) Name recognition – they know of her & institutional support
d) White older women

Nothing of this is new but that is why we need to counter her with our INCREASED
efforts i.e. calls, canvassing et and donations.

I have already voted but PEOPLE we need help especially in Indiana.

Please .. Please make it a point to do something everyday till May 6

Gotta go – I need to make more calls

Yes we can!!!!!!!!!

Re: Barack's disadvantages(s) - You can help! | Report to Admin

By Patrice from Gardena, CA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:14 pm EDT

Where are his big name supporters?

Last Day in April - Donation for Change | Report to Admin

By Dre Apr 30th 2008 at 7:08 pm EDT

I will donate $15 to anyone's personal fundraiser who is the first to respond to this post. You MUST include the link to your personal fundraiser in your reply.

Donate for CHANGE.

*** President Obama 08! ***

Good luck.

Re: Last Day in April - Donation for Change | Report to Admin

By JackJack Apr 30th 2008 at 7:10 pm EDT

Donate to this one!!

Link

its for Ben Chandler the Kentucky super D!!!

Re: Last Day in April - Donation for Change | Report to Admin

By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 7:10 pm EDT

Link

(not my page)

Re: Last Day in April - Donation for Change | Report to Admin

By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 7:12 pm EDT

Thx anyway ;)

& good job Jack!

Re: Last Day in April - Donation for Change | Report to Admin

By Dre Apr 30th 2008 at 7:19 pm EDT

Congrads Lace. Sorry Jack, I will only donate through Obama's authorized site for security purposes. I will make this clear next time.

Re: Last Day in April - Donation for Change | Report to Admin

By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 7:27 pm EDT

Oh, sweet!!

Thanks! :D

Re: Last Day in April - Donation for Change | Report to Admin

By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:15 pm EDT

HI, Michelle live on cnn stream now!!!!!!

Re: Last Day in April - Donation for Change | Report to Admin

By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 7:19 pm EDT

Stupid thing has been going in and out.... >:(
Looks like I'll try watching it for the FIFTH time now!!

Re: Last Day in April - Donation for Change | Report to Admin

By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 7:24 pm EDT

It's out again >:(

Re: Last Day in April - Donation for Change | Report to Admin

By OLD ACCOUNT Apr 30th 2008 at 7:29 pm EDT

On again :)

Re: Last Day in April - Donation for Change | Report to Admin

By Gerum Apr 30th 2008 at 7:12 pm EDT

Link

Thanks...
Hopefully I made it... My connection is slow

RESPOND TO CLINTON AGGRESSIVELY | Report to Admin

By Doc from Orlando, FL Apr 30th 2008 at 7:09 pm EDT

I think that we need to be much more aggressive in the campaign over the next several days. Hillary Clinton predictably is going to be negative but very effective the last few days before the primary vote. This results in an extra 2-4% for her on election day. She attacks Obama on his 'negatives'. We cannot let her do this repeatedly. Don't let her get away again.

Re: RESPOND TO CLINTON AGGRESSIVELY | Report to Admin

By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 7:12 pm EDT

Obama has pledged to be less negative.

This time, we have the TRUTH on our side:

Magna-Gate
Gas-Gate

Let the media jerks do their hyena thing, and let Barack lift the people of Indiana and North Carolina up!!

Re: RESPOND TO CLINTON AGGRESSIVELY | Report to Admin

By Mel from PA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT

Amen! I agree.....but make sure you DIGG and BUZZ these articles..... just to help the msm out a little "in doin' what they do"!

HELP OUT AN OBAMA SD!!! | Report to Admin

By JackJack Apr 30th 2008 at 7:09 pm EDT

I dont know if this has gone around already but if you can...help Ben CHANDLER...the Super from Kentucky who endorsed Obama. He appears to be getting MAJOR flak from his constituency. We want to show our support for Obama AND for those who show their support for Obama!!

Link
http://actblue.com/entity/fund raisers/12744
Link

Re: HELP OUT AN OBAMA SD!!! | Report to Admin

By Kim D, I survived the Tx Dem Convention, Apr 30th 2008 at 8:27 pm EDT

I called him and thanked him and send a donation. He will be grateful.

First time today... | Report to Admin

By Patrice from Gardena, CA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:10 pm EDT

Hi Family,
This is the first time today I had the chance to log on. My question is are those two delegates super's.

Re: First time today... | Report to Admin

By Obama08NOW Apr 30th 2008 at 7:14 pm EDT

We got 3 supers today!!

Re: First time today... | Report to Admin

By Patrice from Gardena, CA Apr 30th 2008 at 7:15 pm EDT

Thank you.

Re: First time today... | Report to Admin

By Obama08NOW Apr 30th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT

Rep. Bruce Braley, you can read about him on my blog. He said he was waiting for convention so I been hounding him since :)

He is from Iowa as I am.

Re: First time today... | Report to Admin

By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 7:19 pm EDT

well-hounded.

First time today... | Report to Admin

By A Rebirth Apr 30th 2008 at 7:19 pm EDT

. . . and counting!
Monday – 1 Super D
Tuesday – 2 Super Ds
Wednesday – 3 Super Ds
Thursday – 4 Super Ds
Friday – 5 Super Ds
Saturday – 6 Super Ds
Sunday – 7 Super Ds
Monday – 8 Super Ds
Tuesday– 9 Super Ds
[Wishful thinking I know, but so far it is working!]
; D

Re: First time today... | Report to Admin

By Dana "Sweetie" Voting for "That One" from NYC Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

3 super duper's today!

Re: DONATE | Report to Admin

By A Rebirth Apr 30th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT

. . . and PARTICIPATE!
Get involved!
Phone bank!
Canvass!
Dance!
Do something! : D

Re: ABC News | Report to Admin

By MartisaHussein4Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:32 pm EDT

Walt, I am with you. I am tired of all of them. I only watch KO right now, and he got one time for me to hear a lie or spin; partial truth and I am done with him too.

I am a news geek, but now I really on finding court documents. Googling government sites, I wanna see how it went down myself. Because the Media puts a spin on everything.

Awesome ad! | Report to Admin

By Brian Lawrence Apr 30th 2008 at 7:11 pm EDT

An excellent ad! Let's talk about real answers and not going through the motions!

Barack has real ideas and real solutions.

Any thoughts on Bush's lecturn-pounding yesterday?

Let's stay on message with Barack:

Alternative fuels

Middle class tax cut

Higher fuel mileage

All "W" and his pal John McSame have for ideas are visions of oil wells in Alaska dancing in their heads.

Need advice | Report to Admin

By Tom Brown, Yonkers HS 1966 Apr 30th 2008 at 7:12 pm EDT

I just got an eMail from a friend that lives in NC. She voted yesterday in Cullowee, NC (Jackson County Rec Center) She carefully selected OBAMA but when she did the review of her ballot after it had been cast it came up for MIKE GRAVEL. She insists she was VERY careful, and I can vouch for this person. Nobody at the polling place seemed concerned with what happened. She contacted the Jackson County board of elections Lisa Lovedahl who said she would have to come in to the office to file a complaint. So what do we do? This is crap!

Re: Need advice | Report to Admin

By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 7:18 pm EDT

Is there any reason she can't go to make a complaint? (It is crap, but it can't just be left) - if she can't go, is there someone who could take her? someone from a local obama hq or, perhaps even better, someone from, say the league of women voters?

i think if it's at all possible, she should go and make that complaint.

and it should be made known to voters in NC that they should check their ballots very carefully to see if this happens - and if it does, make a complaint!

Re: Need advice | Report to Admin

By TastyTone is apparently a MuslisocicommienaziKenyafacist supporter Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

I'd contact HQ's with that.

Re: Need advice | Report to Admin

By awake Apr 30th 2008 at 7:21 pm EDT

REPORT to Headquarters on this page, AND write a letter to the editor of your local paper!

Re: Need advice | Report to Admin

By Inspired Canadian Apr 30th 2008 at 7:24 pm EDT

Try this
watchdog@barackobama.com

Re: Need advice | Report to Admin

By jen l Apr 30th 2008 at 7:27 pm EDT

Did she notify the Obama campaign? They have help for voters with problems like that. Use this link for reporting problems with voting:

Link

Re: Need advice | Report to Admin

By Politically savvy Obama supporter Apr 30th 2008 at 8:46 pm EDT

Please report this to HQ asap.

They can be contacted by scrolling down at the begining of a new thread and spell it out please, Thank you.

Back on Track | Report to Admin

By Helped To Turn NC Blue! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:14 pm EDT

I voted early today in NC along with many others at a one stop voting site. There was an Obama support table with a free rafle for t-shirts. I along with several other voters (UNASHAMED young, old, black and white, men and women) stopped to show our support! Go NC! YES WE CAN!

Re: Back on Track | Report to Admin

By Anne in London Apr 30th 2008 at 7:16 pm EDT

hurrah for you! Go NC!!

Re: Back on Track | Report to Admin

By Obama08NOW Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

Whoooo, hoooo, love hearing that!! :)

Re: Back on Track | Report to Admin

By PTC GA Mom Apr 30th 2008 at 7:23 pm EDT

Awesome!

Hey Obama Family | Report to Admin

By A New & Better Day! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:14 pm EDT

Are you watching our donor number? We are about to hit OUR GOAL!!!

Re: Hey Obama Family | Report to Admin

By Obama08NOW Apr 30th 2008 at 7:15 pm EDT

I was able to get us 3 newbies again today. Small donations total about 75.00 but I think they will stick around!!

Re: Hey Obama Family | Report to Admin

By A New & Better Day! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:18 pm EDT

Great job; good for us all!! I;m so excited about hitting the goal.

Re: Hey Obama Family | Report to Admin

By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT

er... 50,000 to go, but I guess that's close? =)

It's moved up real good today. They must have sent back some checks, or done some re-counting; the last two days, the coutner seemed to go up and down like a yo-yo.

Re: Hey Obama Family | Report to Admin

By A New & Better Day! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

Yep, probably end of month reconcile. Witht he new 'deadline:midnight' email we could meet our goal quickly-keep you fingers crossed anyway!

Awesome ad! | Report to Admin

By Brian Lawrence Apr 30th 2008 at 7:14 pm EDT

An excellent ad! Let's talk about real answers and not going through the motions!

Barack has real ideas and real solutions.

Any thoughts on Bush's lecturn-pounding yesterday?

Let's stay on message with Barack:

Alternative fuels

Middle class tax cut

Higher fuel mileage

All "W" and his pal John McSame have for ideas are visions of oil wells in Alaska dancing in their heads.

re: digg this ad. | Report to Admin

By Kim, part of the Greatest lobbying force Washington has ever seen Apr 30th 2008 at 7:15 pm EDT

I borrowed this post from "Mark from Lexington, Mass" because I liked the way he wrote it and b/c we should do this (I just learned how to "digg" this week!)

"The Truth rocks!

It is a fantastic ad.

Here is the digg link. Please digg it up so that the folks who aren't on this blog get a chance to see it.

Link

"

Magnequench | Report to Admin

By Steve from NY Apr 30th 2008 at 7:16 pm EDT

Barack should go after Clinton really hard on this.

Michelle Obama in Boonville, IN | Report to Admin

By NC Chick 4 Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:16 pm EDT

Michelle and Caroline Kennedy in Boonville, IN

Watch live:

Link

Donations!!!! | Report to Admin

By Elizabeth, RI - ain't got nothing but LOVE for ya Apr 30th 2008 at 7:16 pm EDT

Did you all see how close we are to 1,500,00 donations...

OOOOOOOOOBBBBBBBBBAAAAAAAAAAAM MMMMMMAAAAAAAA

Re: Donations!!!! | Report to Admin

By Elizabeth, RI - ain't got nothing but LOVE for ya Apr 30th 2008 at 7:18 pm EDT

I forgot a 0....
1,500,000.........

Support for Obama's Position | Report to Admin

By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 7:16 pm EDT

Expert Support For Gas Tax Holiday Appears Nonexistent

Link

It's Been A Good Day for Barack | Report to Admin

By Jeri, from Denver CO. Apr 30th 2008 at 7:16 pm EDT

Does everyone know we received more Endorsements today?
It's been a good day for Barack.
Lets not forget that Hillary Clinton hired a Pollster that is driving these polls.

Re: It's Been A Good Day for Barack | Report to Admin

By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 7:19 pm EDT

Did she really? Do we have any proof of that?

It's been an awesome day for Barack. Great press for us, and lousy press for Clinton on Magnequench and Gas Prices -- two things that could stick.

Re: It's Been A Good Day for Barack | Report to Admin

By CeCe in South Carolina where everyone is not a jerk like Wilson Apr 30th 2008 at 7:28 pm EDT

I've been out of touch for the past 5 hours, but it's good to see that we are doing pretty well. Let's keep fighting in NC and push harder in Indiana.

No losses this week! Let's do it & win!!

LAST CALL: ANYONE INTERESTED IN RIDING ALONG TO NORTH CAROLINA ON SATURDAY, PLEASE SEND ME A MESSAGE!!!!!

C'MON!!! OUR CANDIDATE NEEDS US ALL!

Much love,
CeCe

**Please donate to my fundraiser in honor of public education & teachers!**

:-D

Michelle Live!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Reggie; Who Just Signed Up For An 8 Year Tour Of "O"-Duty!!! Apr 30th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT

Michelle Live on CNN Live Stream Now!!!!!!

Re: Michelle Live!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

She is AWESOME.

Michelle Live!!!!! | Report to Admin

By A Rebirth Apr 30th 2008 at 7:21 pm EDT

Tks, Reggie! [They were both fantastic earlier today.

Will make a good Ad. | Report to Admin

By Politically savvy Obama supporter Apr 30th 2008 at 7:17 pm EDT

Link
I know we have all been talking about the Ad. for Gas taxes, and one was brought out today for Indiana and NC.

I'm not sure how to send a link, but here's one I'd like anyone who knows how to help me with, I think HQ should also produce an Ad. out of this

Posted on "abc" page. Hillary ignores Bills role in Chinese company. I understand Charles Gibson will be digging deeper on it later tonight.

It cost a major IN factory, and was done by Bill although Hillary is blaming George Bush, while her surrogate Bayh also had a hand in it. She is using this on her stump speeches, but the previous factory manager says he told her the truth but she has "twisted" it.

Can someone out there help with linking this article it is a must read, and will make a goo ad.

Re: Will make a good Ad. | Report to Admin

By A Dork Who Prefers to Act Instead of React Apr 30th 2008 at 7:21 pm EDT

It is also on DIGG Link

Hillary Ignoring the Husband's Role in China's Acquitsition of Indiana Company | Report to Admin

By David Apr 30th 2008 at 7:18 pm EDT

HQ needs to report and make up an "AD" on this QUICKLY. All MSM I'm sure, hopefully, would then report on it. Anyone know how to report this to HQ? Maybe "You Tube" or "Moveon.Org"??

As she campaigns throughout Indiana, Sen. Hillary Clinton has been talking quite a bit about Magnequench, a Valparaiso, Ind., factory that moved to China. "We've got to elect a president next January who's going to remember Magnequench," Clinton told voters in Valparaiso on April 12. It seems, however, that when it comes to Magnequench there's quite a bit that Clinton has conveniently forgotten.
Hillary will distance herself from her own history as attorney working for one of the largest anti-union firms in the nation and on the board of Wal-mart. Some of the most brutal working conditions exist in US territorial possessions. A lawsuit was filed in California on behalf of 50,000 foreign garment workers charging that US retailers, such as Wal-Mart and The Gap, were reaping huge profits from indentured workers in sweatshops on the island of Saipan, a US commonwealth in the South Pacific. Under US-backed guidelines, workers—predominantly women from China, the Philippines, Bangladesh and Thailand—are forced to labor 12-hour days, seven days a week, without overtime compensation, making clothes labeled “Made in the USA” for these retailers. Hillary Clinton campaigning in Pennsylvania, Indiana and North Carolina on the premise of I'm for the working men and women does not have the foundation to make such claims - many, many revelations on the Clintons and the disappearance of the textile industry across the South are buried in shady deals that make this report something from a comic book. I know that almost every one in public office likes to do the Pontius Pilot routine of washing their hands, but one thing we know after 8 years is that there has to be accountability for what you do in public service. I personally don't care what a preacher says - most of the time I disagree with my own, but I certainly do care if someone I vote for hires consultants who are anti-union, anti-American made production and who look for off-shore loopholes and foreign subsidiary establishments to line their own coffers while sitting and looking at me with weepy eyes telling me they're all for my job. Might as well stab me in my back and get it over with.

Link: Link

Re: Hillary Ignoring the Husband's Role in China's Acquitsition of Indiana Company | Report to Admin

By fran Apr 30th 2008 at 7:24 pm EDT

Barack should do an ad about this. he is the guy that will tell you the truth and she is the candidate that will say anything to get elected. Make her lies an issue. She keeps stoking Wright. This is fair. She brought up the factory. HQ...we want an ad about this. Barack needs to win both Indiana and North Carolina so our purgatory can end!!!!!!!!

Hillary vs. the Coffee Maker | Report to Admin

By Doc from Orlando, FL Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

Who is out of touch? Look at this video. Priceless!
Link

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By Phil from Canada Apr 30th 2008 at 7:23 pm EDT

I love it.

I'd trade the bowlers for the coffee drinkers any day... =)

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By Kim D, I survived the Tx Dem Convention, Apr 30th 2008 at 7:58 pm EDT

That is the funniest thing I have seen in two days. lol and I mean it.

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By Canada4Obama Apr 30th 2008 at 7:41 pm EDT

Did you see the title? Clinton slams Obama and Mccain over their positions on a gas tax holiday. Did I miss something? Isn't she the one who sides with Mccain on this tax holiday?

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By fran Apr 30th 2008 at 7:20 pm EDT

HRC is trying to be the fighter so Barack needs to be the truth teller. Every surrogate and any new ads should build on this theme. If she can keep hammering Barack over Wrights and go on Fox news to appeal to their racist white right wingers 9try saying that a few times fast) than we need to have folks reminded of the fact that she is a liar. NO one wants a liar as President. We need to re-brand her and at the same time re-brand Barack as the guy who will tell you the truth. More ads where he uses that line.

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By Dana "Sweetie" Voting for "That One" from NYC Apr 30th 2008 at 7:25 pm EDT

Love it!

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By Hope In Texas Apr 30th 2008 at 7:27 pm EDT

And more emphasis on how Barack treats us as adults & doesn't talk down to us. More speeches where he says,"The American people are smarter than that . . ."

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By Stanley H. Krute Apr 30th 2008 at 7:32 pm EDT

Yep yep yep.

Yep yep yep.

Complete agreement.

-- stan

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