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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 12:54 am EDT

****Edit: For those of you who’ve seen this before , please O-mail your friends and e-mail your pro-Obama friends and family about this blog if you’ve felt particularly inspired by it. If you want, O-mail me and I’ll send you a pre-made message that can be sent to anyone. Thanks again, everyone, for all of your help! Yes We Can!****

Everybody, please take the time to sprinkle some magic dust on the dreams of an ❤ adorable, precious little girl.❤

Barack, as you know, will be in Berlin on the 24th of July and will speak at the Brandenburg Tor!!!

Please read the story of a little girl with a ✴BIG dream✴ and if you find it in your heart, help her out.

[we are NOT asking for any kind of donation/money/service. This is about more than that].

❀✿ “Remember Josie" ✿❀
Link

There are instructions following her story that will tell how you can help We only have 6 days left.

HQ has told us we should do it this way. So PLEASE don't just pass this thread by. Take the time to read her story and ... Remember when you were Josie.

You all have the unique opportunity to be Fairy Godparents for a young girl’s wish. Isn’t this something worth being involved in, ObamaNation?

Please help make Josie's dreams come true.

Thanks

P.S. I hope you will also leave a short comment on the blog so that Josie may know how truly loved she is.

Also, if Josie's story has inspired you, please pass this along to friends, family and contacts.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 12:55 am EDT

Phew...just almost an hour of trying later :)

You guys have seen how much this means to me. PLEASE do not pass up the link above ^^! O-mail just 3 other people!

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By William from Stamford, CT Jul 17th 2008 at 6:20 am EDT

Poll: John McCain Tied to George Bush Legacy: Link

Obama Predicts Black Voter Increase, Southern Wins: Link

Poll: Obama Has 7-Point Edge on McCain: Link

What Else Jesse Jackson Said on That FNC Tape: Link

Obama Warns Against 'Fighting the Last War': Link

Barack Obama Opens Lead Nationally: Link

John McCain Adopts Hillary Clinton's Playbook Strategy: Link

David Axelrod: Architect of Obama's Unlikely Campaign: Link

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> Presidential Polls: Link

> Do you think the illustration on the front of the latest New Yorker magazine cover is offensive?
Cast Your Vote: Link

> Most Viewed Election Video: Link
> Cartoon Picks of the Day: Link
> Political Humor: Link

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By William from Stamford, CT Jul 17th 2008 at 7:29 am EDT

Barack Obama Raised $52 Million in June: Link

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By EthioAmerican Jul 17th 2008 at 7:58 am EDT

This is the best news of the week!!!! GREAT JOB EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!! Now lets shoot for 100 million in the bank for the month of July.

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By Tamsin Jul 17th 2008 at 8:23 am EDT

Wooooo Hoooooo!!

Yes we can!

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By Srepen Jul 17th 2008 at 4:54 pm EDT

Link Clinton says he's ready to campaign for Obama
Link Obama calls criticism of wife 'infuriating'
Link Gore Praises Obama and McCain as a4Way Aheada4 on Global Climate Change
Link Obama unveils plan to protect U.S. from 21st century threats
Link Obama predicts black voter increase, Southern wins
Link Just mad for Obama
Link The Obama Fundraising Machine Flexes Its Muscles
Link TheVote: Greener Than We Thought
Link Obama: Ia4ll Make Cyber Security the Top Priority
Link McCain raises $62.5 million through public finance loophole
Link TheVote: JibJabberin' With A Spiridellis
Link Sam Nunn and Evan Bayh on Obama Running Mate Speculation
Link More McComedy: McCain Camp Compares Obama to Bush on Iraq
Link Obama says time to rid world of nuclear weapons
Link McCain praises Obama in NAACP address

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By Tammi King -No nonsence we know who we need to elect Jul 17th 2008 at 8:25 am EDT

Awesome!

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By Laura Jul 17th 2008 at 9:32 am EDT

I am soooo excited & hopefully this will quiet all the nay sayers. I just believe that this is going to be a very good year for us-the entire Obama Family. Despite everything that is going on in this country we have HOPE for a better tomorrow & that A Change Is Gonna Come. I'm not sure how big July will be but I know that August is going to be HUGE. Make sure you donate $8.04 for his birthday or $19.61 for the year he was born or $7.24 for the time of his birth. (7:24PM) HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Mr. President!!!!!!!

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By Stephen C. Rose in NYC Jul 17th 2008 at 7:30 am EDT

At HuffPost: Can McCain Be Nominated

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NEW: Why Mccain In The Likely Loser

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Obama and the Forgotten C Word

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PPP Says McCain Over Obama in SC

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Conde Nast Takes Flak for New Yorker Cover

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Gallup Digest -- More Than Meets The Eye

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The New Yorker Falls from Grace

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By Catherine of Riverdale, IL Jul 17th 2008 at 8:41 am EDT

I love these articles...especially the "Forgotten C word",

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By Julie S from Media, PA Jul 17th 2008 at 9:30 am EDT

I agree about the C word.

People inherently don't like "change". Comfort is a great word.

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 12:56 am EDT

congrats

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 12:58 am EDT

TY :)

LOL I actually "worked" to make sure that I got it (refreshed every 4 secs or so for over an hour--I even fell asleep twice. And NO, lol, I don't normally do the refresh thing!)

Please see the link!!

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By Tamsin Jul 17th 2008 at 1:04 am EDT

Good work Lace!! Thank you so much for doing this.

Marytnurse is without internet right now because of the construction at her house. She was helping to spread the word about Josie and the quilt--in addition to all the other great work she does for our campaign.

Please leave a message for mary and tell her how much you miss her. I would love for her to have a flood of Omails when she's back online.
Link

Thanks again Lace.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:05 am EDT

Already done ;)

I didn't know that was why she was without DSL, though!

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By Tamsin Jul 17th 2008 at 1:11 am EDT

Thanks Lace, She lost DSL too and was hoping to fix the problem. No luck yet. :(

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By Celtic Jul 17th 2008 at 5:58 am EDT

VIDEO- Cindy McCain explains how to avoid traffic jams Link
VIDEO- Bollywood Obama Link
McCain Jokes About Rape Link
In Florida, Obama out-raises McCain with fewer 'bundlers' Link
Obama has 7-point edge on McCain: Reuters poll Link
No tailgating before Obama's big speech Link
Surveillance Cameras To Keep Watch During, Following DNC Link
VIDEO- Planned Parenthood highlights McCain's Viagra moment Link
VIDEO- The Newest Jib Jab Link
VIDEO- McCain's Love Affair With The Media Hit A Snag? Link
Corporate media: Obama "taking heat" for Iraq talk Link
McCain Camp- Obama Would Be Bush Third Term Link
Notre Dame grads launch Catholic Obama web site Link
Obama predicts huge increase in black voters in Republican Southern states Link
2005: A prescient Obama addresses dissenting Democrats Link
A Utah Puppy For The Obama White House? Link
All Three Network News Anchors To Follow Obama Overseas Link

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 4:20 am EDT

Done! ;-)

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By karela Jul 17th 2008 at 4:53 am EDT

Done! And email sent to Josie too.

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By joe ruwe Jul 17th 2008 at 1:11 am EDT

great idea.

Marytnurse | Report to Admin

By Suzie McKay Jul 17th 2008 at 5:05 am EDT

Done!

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By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 1:02 am EDT

CONGRATS, Lace!

Well deserved.

I'm so happy for you.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:03 am EDT

I can't wait to be happy for Josie!!!

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By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 1:11 am EDT

I will keep blogging it and sending it to ten different groups each time to spread the message.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:14 am EDT

Thanks again Jeff!!

August 4h Is Coming!!! YES IT IS!!! | Report to Admin

By Herschel.Corpus.Christi Jul 17th 2008 at 1:46 am EDT

August 4th is Senator Obama’s Birthday. This is an “AWESOME” reason to have a BIG fundraising drive for that day. I have created Fundraiser for Barack’s Birthday!!!

Let’s make this a REALLY BIG DAY. PLEASE DONATE:

Link

YES YOU CAN!!!

YES WE CAN!!!

Re: August 4h Is Coming!!! YES IT IS!!! | Report to Admin

By Adrianne Jul 18th 2008 at 12:18 am EDT

FIRED

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By Adrianne Jul 18th 2008 at 12:18 am EDT

UP!

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By Adrianne Jul 18th 2008 at 12:20 am EDT

READY

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By Adrianne Jul 18th 2008 at 12:21 am EDT

TO

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By Adrianne Jul 18th 2008 at 12:21 am EDT

GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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By Adrianne Jul 18th 2008 at 12:22 am EDT

: )

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 2:33 am EDT

Lace,
I love the way that you managed this thread tonight to keep the conversation flowing. I'm signing out for now.

open | Report to Admin

By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 12:54 am EDT

Hi again

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By Re-Joyce for Obama/Biden Jul 17th 2008 at 12:55 am EDT

Hello

hi | Report to Admin

By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 12:55 am EDT

care to donate yayyyyyy

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 12:56 am EDT

No credit card :(

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By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 12:58 am EDT

its ok Lace all the work you do is the best donation :)

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 12:59 am EDT

Aww thanks :)

(I do donate by mail though!)

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:01 am EDT

I used to use a credit card, but my folks got rid of it a few months ago :(
(haha, and no, not because of me ;-)

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By In Obama I trust Jul 17th 2008 at 1:00 am EDT

Seriously, Lace, you rock. You have been tirelessly getting the word out about Josie. What a wonderful thing to do.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:01 am EDT

I fell in love with her, what can I say!

It's kind of hard not to, if you know what I mean.

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By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 1:06 am EDT

The pictures of Josie are adorable.

You're doing a great thing for her, Lace!!

Keep it up.

And, oh the credit card thing, well sooner or later you would've had to give it up anyway.

Although my daughter kept hers through college and the first couple years of marriage. I thought I would never get it back!! :-)

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:11 am EDT

Is the slideshow working again?

For a few days, slideflickr (they make the Obama slideshows that you see on the blogs too) was down--you couldn't even get to the site--and none of the slideshows worked.

---
Eh, it never was mine ;)

I'd just give my grandma the cash and she'd let me handle business....

Could it be? | Report to Admin

By Patrice from Gardena, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 12:56 am EDT

Have I made it to the top ten?

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 12:57 am EDT

Yes you have and yes we CAN!

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:03 am EDT

Wow,
I've been blogging since Feb. and I never thought I'd make it this close. Who knows, maybe I'll come in at #1.
Thanks Debbie and Yes We Can!!!

Re: Could it be? | Report to Admin

By In Obama I trust Jul 17th 2008 at 1:07 am EDT

If you can dream it, then you can do it. You will be #1 soon, very soon....

Re: Could it be? | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:18 am EDT

I second that.

hi | Report to Admin

By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 12:57 am EDT

hi Lace, Debbier and Joy

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 12:58 am EDT

Welcome aboard.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 12:58 am EDT

Hi Sayra!

Did all work out with your yard signs?

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By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 1:03 am EDT

Lace I actually had to order from here but I guess its ok because the money help our President to fight McCain lol but I order just 2 yard sign maybe when I give them to my neighbor I can introduce them to the website and maybe they will donate :)

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:08 am EDT

Unfortunately, there are NO outside sources whatsoever online to buy them online except for cafepress, with or without the wickets. Almost makes you wonder if you wouldn't be best off buying a bunch of wickets and then going to kinkos and having some weatherproof signs made--I almost wouldn't doubt that it would be your best bet if you are strapped for cash.

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 1:17 am EDT

For the Primary, that's exactly what I did. I took 2 of his Rally signs, stapled them together, laminated it and nailed it to a stick.

It worked and I had a few copy cats.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:19 am EDT

Hey, whatever it takes!

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By karela Jul 17th 2008 at 4:59 am EDT

The Obama campaign just sent a bunch of new staff to Michigan. Danielle is the one for my county. I asked her about the yard signs and she said that she didn't have them yet to give out, but should be getting them soon. I found out that the campaign offices sometimes give them out from another guy on the blog. So, if you haven't tried, you could maybe find out if there's a campaign office near you and ask if they have yard signs. Just a thought.

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By Re-Joyce for Obama/Biden Jul 17th 2008 at 12:58 am EDT

What would you do if you were picked to go to the convention. I could not live with myself if I were picked to meet Barack,Michelle and listen to the best speech ever. Oh my gosh. I can only pray.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:00 am EDT

I can't think about it....

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By Re-Joyce for Obama/Biden Jul 17th 2008 at 1:02 am EDT

If I believe i'm going than I'm going. The secret

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:04 am EDT

Ah, if only I could let myself think like that LOL!

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 1:06 am EDT

A friend of mine is an Obama delegate and I hope to go out there with her, however, I am still trying to figure out what there is to do for non-delegates without a pass. Most of the delegates from my neck of the woods were Clinton delegates and I don't particularly want to hang out with their friends and families. One of the delegates, is still in the media with semi-threatening comments like "He better make Clinton the VP". She is an elected official in Birmingham. The local media loves to interview her!

Does anyone know when they will put an activity or agenda schedule out?

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By Wyoming Elaine (formerly Rock'nObama~forTruth) Jul 17th 2008 at 1:20 am EDT

debbier... there is a sign up sheet at the dncc web site. Then they will email you asap when the detail are a available.
hope this helps....

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 1:32 am EDT

Thank you.

I signed up.

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By Obama Grandmama Jul 17th 2008 at 1:49 am EDT

This is premature, I know, but might as well think positively. Anyhow, does anyone know the date of the Presidential Inaugeration next January? It is usually in the twenties isn't it? Is it on a Tuesday like voting is?
My daughter lives in DC so I could plan to visit her then anyhow so I'd be there when he makes it! I remember seeing the scene in Philadelphia and here in Portland, Oregon so imagine it will be crowded like that. I will need to fly by airmiles so would need to put in for airmiles asap. When I went to Italy to visit my other daughter a few years ago I had to book a year ahead to get it on airmiles.

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 2:14 am EDT

Yes it is on a Tuesday. Its also my niece's birthday.
It's also the day of Dr. King's holiday.

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By Kristian "I Ain't Afraid of No GOPs" Idol Jul 17th 2008 at 6:22 am EDT

Tuesday, January 20th at noon.

My "Days to a Bush-Free White House" Countdown Clock: Link

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By In Obama I trust Jul 17th 2008 at 1:03 am EDT

Knowing me, I would swoon and faint and probably miss the main event.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:06 am EDT

I second that :)

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:13 am EDT

As it was, I was sure I'd faint when I *Finally* got to see him on June 12 at a Townhall a few mins from me.

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By Tamsin Jul 17th 2008 at 1:09 am EDT

I think I would be sooo nervous, but try really hard to focus on the moment.

And I would bring a picture of my grandma (beanie) with me--she would have loved to see this.

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:14 am EDT

Other than God giving me life, my wonderful husband and children, it would be one of the proudest days of my life. I've waited 30 years to feel like this.

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:27 am EDT

And I was born and raised in Denver...

the Streak | Report to Admin

By joe ruwe Jul 17th 2008 at 1:03 am EDT

Keep the Streak alive!

July 17th will be the 61st day in a row.

Keep it alive, keep it safe.

Obama '08

Link

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 1:08 am EDT

The streak huh?

Link

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:16 am EDT

LMBO...

But ya know, Joe isn't really the streaking type. According to what he said last night, he likes to doll-up superman style while on the roam... :P

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 1:19 am EDT

I think I might have missed it. Can you believe that song actually was at the top of the charts sometime in the mid seventies I believe?

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By pyxe in MS Jul 17th 2008 at 1:21 am EDT

HA! "Oh yes they call him the streak..." LOL! I forgot about that! I had a 45 rpm of that song!

Match any amount up to $25 | Report to Admin

By FiredUpInCA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:04 am EDT

Hi all:

We all know the DNC needs some love. (DNC=
$4 million, RNC=$95 million raised)

So I am matching any amount that you give to my fundraising page with an equivalent amount to the DNC.

Any amount that you can spare helps. $5, 10, $15... whatever you can spare.

McCain and the RNC plan to raise more than $200 million between now and Nov.

Link

Thanks.

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By pyxe in MS Jul 17th 2008 at 1:09 am EDT

I will see your $25 and throw in my own $25 to the DNC as well! Check your FR in a minute or two...

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By FiredUpInCA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:35 am EDT

pyxe in MS I just matched your gift over at the DNC! Thank you very much.

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By pyxe in MS Jul 17th 2008 at 1:39 am EDT

You're most welcome! Thank you too! :-)

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By Stan Z- Christian-President Obama Knows His Stuff Jul 17th 2008 at 1:12 am EDT

Sent some money your way Charles.

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By FiredUpInCA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:33 am EDT

Stan I just matched your amount to the DNC. Thank you very much!

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By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 1:16 am EDT

The democratic fat cats loyal to Hillary Clinton threatened to withhold their large donations to the democratic party - and they have followed through.

This is a good thing - it means that WE own the party, and we owe them NOTHING!

No longer will there be kickbacks to them.

No longer will there be favoritism to the wealthy and privileged.

No longer will there be the influence of the Clinton within the government anymore.

If there is any reason that Bill is mad at Barack - Obama is destroying the influence of Bill Clinton's powerful network.

That can only be good news.

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By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 1:33 am EDT

But, now that WE own the party--and the DNC--it means we have to support it.

Donations to the DNC are not flowing in. We probably need to step up our donations.

Someone from the Obama Fundraising Committee called me last night and informed me that I could donate an unlimited amount to the DNC.

He was really confusing. Anybody know what the rules are for donations to the DNC?

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By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 1:49 am EDT

Good question - I could be wrong, but I believe that there are much higher caps to the DNC than there are to a particular candidate.

You are right - we need to fund the party, and wrench control from the old guard.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 2:02 am EDT

I believe the maximum individual amount to the DNC is $28,000! That's why they call them "fat cats" I guess. The max to a candidate (BO) is $2300 in the primary and an additional $2300 for the general.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:00 am EDT

Amen Jeff!! Good points!!

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By Lorraine Jul 17th 2008 at 1:57 am EDT

Good idea to donate to the DNC especially if you are maxed out here.

Roll Call | Report to Admin

By James Brown.....Proudly Voted For President Obama ! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:05 am EDT

Oregon reporting for the night shift , all Fired up and Ready to Go !

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:06 am EDT

Wisconsin graveyard shift, present for Obama!

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 1:08 am EDT

Alabama here

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By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 1:08 am EDT

SoCal in the house for Obama

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By Re-Joyce for Obama/Biden Jul 17th 2008 at 1:09 am EDT

Jersey city in the house.

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By In Obama I trust Jul 17th 2008 at 1:10 am EDT

Georgia is in the house but going to bed soon.

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By Tamsin Jul 17th 2008 at 1:13 am EDT

Sleepy, but hopeful in Maine.

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By Diana G. ~California believes~ Jul 17th 2008 at 1:14 am EDT

Nor Cali sticking around for a little bit

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By joe ruwe Jul 17th 2008 at 1:14 am EDT

NorCal here.

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By Faith Jul 17th 2008 at 1:11 am EDT

Richmond, Virginia in the house.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 1:13 am EDT

Sacramento California.

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By Wyoming Elaine (formerly Rock'nObama~forTruth) Jul 17th 2008 at 1:24 am EDT

Greetings wild wonderful Wyoming
trying to turn a few Repubs around.. and making head way : )

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By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 1:36 am EDT

Maryland in the house!

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By Sonia C. for Obama Victory Jul 17th 2008 at 2:05 am EDT

Martinez, CA!

Obama '08

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By ♥ Not.This.Time.Not.This.Year. ♥ Joyce from Canada ♥ ♥ Jul 17th 2008 at 2:46 am EDT

BC, Canada in the house

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By DuckfromacrossthePond Jul 17th 2008 at 3:55 am EDT

Good Morning From An Office In Amsterdam!

Rise and Shine Sweeties, it's a beautiful morning ;-)

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By BarakaWolf the GREEN WOLF Jul 17th 2008 at 3:21 am EDT

Eugene representing the Witching Hour!
H O W W W W W W L L L L L L — BarakaWolf in the house!

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By Suzie McKay Jul 17th 2008 at 5:10 am EDT

Nevada's here (as you can tell) - I've never seen the roll call this long. Barack rocks!

Josie | Report to Admin

By Stan Z- Christian-President Obama Knows His Stuff Jul 17th 2008 at 1:06 am EDT

Josie's story is very touching. I was a minority when I grew up on the streets of Newark NJ over thirty years ago. My sister still has the 78 from Wrappers Delight from the SugarHill Gang. I was raised by a single mom and born on Aug 4th like Barack. My grandfather was also named Stanley, although born Constantine.

Obama has 7-point edge on McCain: Reuters/Zogby poll released on Wednesday. | Report to Admin

By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:08 am EDT

Obama has 7-point edge on McCain: Reuters poll

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Democrat Barack Obama has a 7-point lead on Republican John McCain in the U.S. presidential race, and holds a small edge on the crucial question of who would best manage the economy, according to a Reuters/Zogby poll released on Wednesday.

More than a month after kicking off the general election campaign, Obama leads McCain by 47 percent to 40 percent. That is slightly better than his 5-point cushion in mid-June, shortly after he clinched the Democratic nomination fight against New York Sen. Hillary Clinton.

Link

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:13 am EDT

General Election: McCain vs. Obama

RealClearPolitics Poll Averages

RCP Average 07/07 - 07/14 --

Obama (D) 47.1

McCain (R) 42.3

Spread Obama +4.8

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 1:14 am EDT

BO seems to have bottomed out and is picking up steam.

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By Lorraine Jul 17th 2008 at 1:28 am EDT

Remember Bush's margin of victory in 2004 was just over 3%.

According to Chuck Todd, winning by 7% or more would translate into an electoral landslide!

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 1:35 am EDT

I heard that too Laurie. That was very encouraging. Chuck seemed to be very positive and forthright when he made this assertion. I believe that he thinks that it looks pretty good for Barack.

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By donna from lakewood Jul 17th 2008 at 1:14 am EDT

polls are fun. however people keep on keeping on, and make sure, talk to everyone about barack!

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By In Obama I trust Jul 17th 2008 at 1:20 am EDT

Will do!

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 1:14 am EDT

I still believe that the June polls showing the 15 point lead was a deliberate mistatement by Newsweek or the media to make it appear that one month later Obama's lead was dropping.

Anybody else has thoughts on this? I believe its probably a 4-6 point lead and will pick up after the convention.

I can't see how McCain can pick up any momemtum after flip flopping all over the place. I voted for him in 2000 and he appeared to be a totally different person then. (Note: he was my alternative to George Bush for the Republican Primary).

I am at a point now that when he's on TV I treat him the same way I do Bush..channel surf!

Deluded once, but not again.

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:16 am EDT

I'm not that into horserace polling (not yet, at least -- I will be later in the campaign), but every so often it's nice to take note of the polls.

Here's all the national polls that've come out in the last week: NYT Obama +6, ABC/WaPo Obama +8 (RVs) +3 (LVs), Quinnipiac Obama +9, Newsweek Obama +3, Zogby Obama +7, Rasmussen Obama +3, Gallup Obama +4.

Also worth noting: Barack has not trailed in a national survey since May 28. (McCain led among LVs in one poll on June 15, but that same poll found Obama leading among RVs and reported that number first.)

BTW, on an unrelated note, that McCain "fifth from the bottom of his class" video is now up to 31K plays and growing. Ironically, he gave a speech on education today. To celebrate, I'll be posting a new video with new McDumb as Bush comments -- including video from the current commander in chief. I hope to have it up by noon, but no promises.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 1:24 am EDT

Ben. Are you a statistician or a data man by any chance? You seem enthralled with numbers. This is a good thing in my mind. I usually check out all the polls at least once a day myself.

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By Coracii - Counting The Days Until January 20th, 2009 Jul 17th 2008 at 8:09 am EDT

Newsweek Polls: A Tale of Two Countries
by DHinMI

From: Link

"In one country, which Newsweek polled in June, the electorate is split R26/D38/I36. In the other country, which Newsweek polled a few weeks later, that country's electorate is split R32/D32/I36.

In one country, polled in June, 84% of the electorate is white. In the other country, polled a few weeks later, 88% of the electorate is white.

In one country, polled in June, 19% of the registered voters are under 40, 39% are between 40 and 59, and 42% are 60 or older. In the other country, polled a few weeks later, only 17% of the registered voters are under 40, 38% are between 40 and 59, and 45% are 60 or older.

In the younger, slightly more racially diverse and much more Democratic country, Barack Obama was supposedly leading by 15 points. In the country that is somewhat older, is somewhat whiter, and is evenly split between Republicans and Democrats, Barack Obama is supposedly leading McCain by only 3 points.

According to Newsweek, comparing these results shows "what a difference a few weeks can make." A more valid conclusion is that it shows what a difference polling two very different countries can make."

Looks like their most recent poll showing Obama up by 3 has some oddities to it, the demographics they sampled don't match those of the country by a longshot. Both times they appear to have significantly oversampled the population with respects to the older members of our country. In the 2007 estimates, the population of those over 62 years of age was 20.2% of the voting age population, they sampled 42-45% in their two polls, more than twice the actual number. That leaves 79.8% of potential voters between 18-61 years old. They also sampled 17-19% for those between 18-40 years old and the current estimate is that 20-34 year olds make up about 27% of the population by themselves. They sampled white and hispanic at 84-88%, they comprise only 79% of the population. African American population wasn't broken out, but the population estimate is about 13.5% and those of Hispanic heritage (also not broken out in their polls) are about 15.1%. Seems slightly flawed to me even if they're trying to guess "likely voters" and nobody can guess what a likely voter will look like this year.

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:11 am EDT

Two possible Obama VP picks coy on their prospects

(Reuters) - Two men often mentioned as possible running mates to U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama joined him on the campaign trail in Indiana on Wednesday, further stoking speculation about the Democrat's closely guarded search for a No. 2.

Former Georgia Sen. Sam Nunn and Indiana Sen. Evan Bayh appeared flattered that their names were being bandied about in the media as vice presidential contenders.

But neither would comment on whether they had been contacted by the Obama campaign about the job.

"It's an honor, but I have no expectations of being offered any office. I am not in any way sitting on the edge of a chair, waiting to go back into government," Nunn told reporters.

"Certainly I would to talk to Sen. Obama if he wanted to talk about it," he added. "But I think the chances of an offer are pretty slim and I would have to do a lot of thinking ... about what was really the best role for me."

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By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 1:48 am EDT

Congressional opposition to lifting the ban on gay and bisexual people in the armed forces was led by Democratic Senator Sam Nunn of Georgia who organized Congressional hearings that largely buffed the armed forces position that has remained unchanged since the 1981 directive.

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By BarakaWolf the GREEN WOLF Jul 17th 2008 at 3:27 am EDT

We're going to have an informal, non-binding Vice Presidential caucus at our Democratic Platform meeting next week. Everyone who comes to the meeting will have 1 minute to nominate a candidate and state why they support that person, and then we'll do a vote. Should be a fun way to close out the meeting :)
Anyone else doing the Democratic Platform meeting in their locale?

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:12 am EDT

I don't know about all of you but I'm sure we are all on the same page and counting the days until the convention. I believe that somehow we will unite our party and many Americans will have the opportunity to see Barack at his best (although he usually is at his best).

What I admire the most about Senator Obama is...

He is true to himself and when you listen to him you feel he is in the room with you...so intelligent, so humble yet sure of himself...
So Hopeful and with the type of vision to lead us to a better place.

What do you all admire most about canidate?

If it's not asking to much please share why you admire him?

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By Tamsin Jul 17th 2008 at 1:16 am EDT

He is brilliant, honest, hard working, and courageous.

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 1:23 am EDT

He is smart, compassionate and a good listener.

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By Obamaismyguy! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:51 am EDT

He is highly intelligent and is willing to listen and weigh all the information before making a decision.

He is also extremely caring and compassionate.

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By James Brown.....Proudly Voted For President Obama ! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:21 am EDT

I admire Baracks willingness to tell us the truth "even if it is not popular". I also appreciate the fact that he is calling on the American people to do our part to turn things around.

Barack is a leader that knows how to inspire a Nation.

I seen Barack in person at a Rally here in Eugene,Oregon on March 17th. I went with my Nephew , and since he walks with a cane , we got to set about 20 feet from the stage , and as a result , i got to shake Baracks hand at the end of the Rally.

That rally was like a Rock Concert on steroids !

When you see Barack in person , you can plainly see the Man is genuine and REAL !

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By Obama Grandmama Jul 17th 2008 at 2:04 am EDT

Hey James Brown from Oregon,
I am from Oregon too and went to that rally in Eugene at Mac Court. I was second in line and I lined up at 6:30am for the 9pm rally. I loved being there. I at in the closest bleachers to the stage the side he came in from. I had the choice of the place but didn't want to stand. I had waited in line for a couple of hours in Salem on Wed. to get tickets for the town hall meeting there and got arms length from the table when they ran out of tickets. I decided to drive to Eugene Thursday night for the Friday rally. It all was so worth it. I found myself waving like a Rose Festival Queen when he came in and jumping up and down. I need to preface this with the fact that I am a 62 year old woman. Hillary did not have me in her camp. Barack had me from when I saw him interviewed about his book on Oprah. I read both his books and became a committed supporter.

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By James Brown.....Proudly Voted For President Obama ! Jul 17th 2008 at 2:16 am EDT

I was seated on the opposite side of the stage from you , almost straight out from the end of the stage. That was an amazing experience , it was electric in Mac Court........doing the wave before he came out.

Loved it !

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By BarakaWolf the GREEN WOLF Jul 17th 2008 at 3:32 am EDT

I was an usher by Door 21 up on the second level.
One of my old friends is over in Berlin now and he's going to try to see Barack at the Brandenburg Tor. So excited for him! He hasn't said in so many words that he'd vote for Barack but judging his personality and tastes, it's a pretty good bet that he would.
I think he'll come back to the States once Bush is gone.

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 6:26 am EDT

Well since you're all sharing where you were sitting at Obama's Mac Court rally, my daughter and I were right behind Obama on stage! We were right next to the "special" bleacher people who got signs to hold for the camera's. We got to shake Obama's hand that time and at the outdoor rally too! We're hoping for 3 times a charm. ;) We can't WAIT to see him again but getting him elected is even more of a crazy with excitement wait!

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By Diane Jul 17th 2008 at 3:45 am EDT

I agree with you..sometimes leaders are face with the not so popular decisions. But it's all part of the process and I respect Senator Obama's call for us to do our part.

I am not going to whine but I do have wishes...

My wish is to respectfully see our next Commander in Chief and our 100 Member Empowerment do their part as well by respectfully serving on behalf of the American people and by regulating and guarding us against a political breach that might affect our current livelihood and that of our future generation.

Just think had we pushed forward an alternative energy model when Sen. McCain was Sen. Obama's age we would be in pretty good shape right now and not spending over $4 a gal. for gas that is controlled by an unregulated market exchange based on speculation and created by a false demand.

I wish we would preserve our domestic reserve and not even think about exhausting our production on our beautiful coast. Offshore drilling is noT going to reduce the prices of gas anyway and reversing direction to satisfy an instant moment is only perceived as a quick fix and mental detriment to the mindset.

We are living in such phony and floating society especially when all of our life necessities are incorporated into these bubbles.

And when we give $550 billion in tax cuts to benefit the wealthy while 36 million Americans are living below poverty something is not right.

I wish we would stop creating and inflating these bubbles with dominating runaway helium and start pumping them with real and natural air that would keep them stable and grounded.

We have lost over 4000 soldiers and over 30,000 are suffering from disabilities. We are still spending over $10 billion a month and have spent over 700 billion so far upon detouring to Iraq.

We have over 7,000 foreclosure filings a day and many are victims of predatory standards where lenders have bundled up and illegally packaged and sold the loan to the highest bidder for a nice profit.

I wish that our next CIC and 100 M.E. would serve on behalf of the American people by exhibiting insitutional power and fulfill their duties and responsibilities by taking proper measures to avoid unfair practices and conflict of interest.

Sen. Obama seem to exhibit the level of competence and capabilities reqired to push that method

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By Diane Jul 17th 2008 at 3:55 am EDT

of process toward a solution based on reason and conditions while keeping our future generation in mind.

That's the kind of leadership I would like to see demonstrated by our next Commander in Chief.

And those are my wishes for our 100 Member Empowerment.

Florida for OBAMA!

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:24 am EDT

He is so genuinely empathetic, a must for any democrat or presidential candidate.

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 1:42 am EDT

I love this about him. Someone posted the link yesterday.

Management Secrets Of Barack Obama

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6. Decisions made quickly and decisively.

Occasionally, Obama temporizes. But just as often, he endorses quick, clear decision-making.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 1:29 am EDT

He is willing to take on the bad guys (McBush) and win. He took on a challenge which on paper appears futile and he did not back down. When he stands up for what is right I am here to admire him. (And when he doesn't I am here to push him to do so.)

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:34 am EDT

Good reasons all...Hi Jim...

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:39 am EDT

P.S.
I can't wait to see how much they appreciate him oversees.

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By FiredUpInCA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:44 am EDT

He's smart, charismatic, inspirational, comfortable in his skin and centered. For the last decade we've become conditioned to accept politicians the mince ideas into soundbites and pundits who think the louder you yell, the more correct you are.

They react and overact. Barack pauses, thinks and then talks to you like an adult. It's refreshing and necessary reboot of the national conversation. I can't remember the last time, I've voluntarily listened to every major speech from a politician.

I know he's a great role model for kids but I am continually inspired by what a great role model he is for adults.

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:17 am EDT

Patrice is here!

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 1:25 am EDT

Doris in Maryland!

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By Re-Joyce for Obama/Biden Jul 17th 2008 at 1:14 am EDT

Cab't stay up anymore. I guess my age is catching up with me. Gotta get up and go to work in the morning. I hate to stop expressing my thoughts and asking for danations. But gotta go. I will leave my fr link incase someone special wants to hit me up. Thanks all. Link

and goodnight.

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:15 am EDT

Quinnipiac: Do independents want to see HRC as VP? 35% yes, 50% no.

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:19 am EDT

July 16, 2008

Dream Ticket Backers Still Pushing Hillary on Obama

Obama headquarters in Chicago is being hit with phone calls this week from voters who want Barack Obama to pick Hillary Clinton as his vice presidential running mate, sources disclosed today.

On a separate front, the group VoteBoth.com is trying to use the Obama campaign’s “Backstage with Barack” contest to make its case for why Clinton should be the Veep nominee.

“I wanted to let you know in advance that, should I win the contest to meet with Sen. Obama backstage, I would like to make a substitution. I would like Hillary Clinton to join Barack Obama backstage at the Democratic National Convention instead,” Voteboth.com founder Adam Parkhomenko wrote to the Obama campaign. “In fact, like millions of Americans, I think Sen. Obama should choose Sen. Clinton as his running mate. It would be a true Dream Ticket. Hillary is exactly the candidate Sen. Obama is looking for.”

Still no hint from Obama camp on who the slot will go to, but until the choice is made Clinton backers promise to press their argument that it should be New York’s junior senator.

- Ken Bazinet

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By In Obama I trust Jul 17th 2008 at 1:21 am EDT

These people are the sorriest losers. It is time to let it go.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:02 am EDT

I agree Farah!!

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By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 1:59 am EDT

If Obama includes Hillary on the ticket, it may galvanize the Dem. party and he may win with her.

BUT, he would double, perhaps even triple, his problems in trying to govern the country. Why?

Because Hillary and Bill (oh yeah...don't forget Bill..remember 2 for 1, right?) have such strong ties to "old Washington" all the movers and shakers would be afraid to do anything for the Obama Administration without checking with Hillary & Bill first!

If you've ever had to manage or govern anything, you know that progress is made through "relationships" not hierarchy. Obama would never be able to build true relationships because Hillary and Bill have already established very strong relationships with the very people Obama would have to forge relationships with.

I don't want to get to heavy here, but Obama would essentially tie his own hands by adding Hillary to the ticket. If this is his choice, so be it. I wouldn't want the baggage. But, he's already proven to be a better man than I.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 2:13 am EDT

BO does not need a VP who will be back in court for fraud a few days after election day! It seems her supporters don't know anything about her and never vetted her before they unthinkingly rushed to back her just because they wanted a woman POTUS!

They ALL are like whining, pesty children demanding tohave theri way. Why can't they allow this man to pick his own VP like all other candidates have???? Just trying to push yourself on someone normally makes them want you even less!

I am sick of these people, including the one putting them up to this!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:12 am EDT

I agree Connie 100%

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By Roselen Hope Jul 17th 2008 at 6:18 am EDT

Clintons are NOT Wanted period except by the "bitter" who want to share Obama's WIN with Hillary.

They LOST to OBAMA's NEW GOVERNANCE paradigm.

Three F-T Clintons on the primary trail DID not prevail.

WJC won 40% of Hillary's votes at least. Clintons guarantee nothing but DRAMA on the GE trail and DRAMA in Obama Administration.

CHECK OUT the OBAMA roundtables, summits.

Hillary is missing at them because she has NOT the bonafides of Obama's "picked" surrogates.

"Backstage" is NOT for Dream Ticket people like Parhomenko who think THEY should pick VP for Obama__Hillary__no questions asked.

Stop harrassing Obama; stop whining Parhomenko.

Parhomenko, consider instead that Hillary will be a "dream" in senate, if she can assist Obama administration with domestic agenda, Health Insurance.

THIS is our country and the new governance is coming under POTUS OBAMA and HIS "picked" administration, NOT sour losers, playing "Dream Ticket" game.

The ex-aide and other dreamers do NOT mount the qualifications and expertise of Hillary relative to what she brings in broad leadership bonafides to justify their "Dream," BUT just whine they want Hillary.

These dreamers forget that the rest of us are following Senator Obama's strategic roundtables with the experts like Senator Nunn et al. We are expecting a VP who can deliver character, proven government executive ability and/or expertise of the global issues facing us at home and abroad.

We need a VP who has a steady, public personal presentation who is ready to embrace totally the position of VP in full support of Barack Obama and without ulterior AND public motives on day one of the Obama Administration to become president one's self as soon as possible.

This "dream" aide is hard into silly season: He has donated to Obama campaign with hope of getting one of the 10 passes backstage, so that he can give pass to Hillary.

Parhomenko, stop behaving as if VP "pick" is just a children's parlor game called "Dream Team".

From thehill:
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A former aide to Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.) is contributing to Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) with the hope of putting Clinton backstage at the Democratic convention
Adam Parhomenko, the former Clinton aide and a co-founder of VoteBoth.com, a website pushing the idea of a dream ticket of Obama and Clinton, hopes the Obama campaign will choose him.
If chosen, Parhomenko said he "would like to make a (Hillary) substitution"

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:03 am EDT

Like I said before and I will say again that would be a nightmare ticket. She would be a bad choice for Barack.

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By Roselen Hope Jul 17th 2008 at 5:05 am EDT

Clintons NOT wanted__they lost to a NEW DAY!

Backstage with Obama IS for Obama supporters who have no axe to grind, just want to CELEBRATE Barack Obama, NOT Clintons.

"Backstage" is NOT for Dream Tix people like Parhomenko who think THEY should pick VP for Obama.

"Backstage" is for the grassroots supporter, netroots supporter, NOT Hillary who is a Senator with access to Convention, needing no "backstage with Obama" tix to be present at Stadium.

Stop playing, stop whining Parhomenko.

Parhomenko should consider instead that Hillary Clinton will be a "dream" in the senate, if she can assist Obama administration to with the domestic agenda, beginning with Health Insurance platform.

THIS is our country and the new governance that is coming under our new leader and HIS "picked" administration, NOT children playing "Dream Ticket" game.

The ex-aide and other dreamers do NOT mount the qualifications and expertise of Hillary relative to what she brings in broad leadership bonafides to justify their "Dream," BUT just whine they want Hillary.

These dreamers forget that the rest of us are following Senator Obama's strategic roundtables with the experts like Senator Nunn et al. We are expecting a VP who can deliver character, proven government executive ability and/or expertise of the global issues facing us at home and abroad.

We need a VP who has a steady, public personal presentation who is ready to embrace totally the position of VP in full support of Barack Obama and without ulterior AND public motives on day one of the Obama Administration to become president one's self as soon as possible.

We need a NO drama VP.

It is absolutely dumb of "dream" aide to donate Obama campaign with hope of getting one of the 10 passes backstage, so that he can give pass to Hillary.

A new governance is coming under our new leader and HIS chosen administration picks.
From thehill:
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A former aide to Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.) is contributing to Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) with the hope of putting Clinton backstage at the Democratic convention
Adam Parhomenko, the former Clinton aide and a co-founder of VoteBoth.com, a website pushing the idea of a dream ticket of Obama and Clinton, hopes the Obama campaign will choose him.
If chosen, Parhomenko said he "would like to make a substitution."

"I would like Hillary Clinton to join Barack Obama backstage at Convention instead," Parhomenko wrote.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:05 am EDT

I tell Roselen if Barack did put her on the ticket that would make him look weak. It would look like he was pressure into doing something he really didn't want to do. Hillary is a bad choice for the VP.

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 1:25 am EDT

Originally, I was strongly against Hillary for VP. I have changed positions because the Democratic Party is not united. We need all Dems voting for Obama. If Hillary is on the ticket , I think it would be a great ticket. It would cover all demographics too. I heard that the big wigs of the party have already put this together. But, I also heard that Claire McKaskil was being looked at. I think it is sooo important the Dems win-that Hillary go on the ticket .

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:31 am EDT

I'm a SoCal woman and I've still don't believe we have to put Hillary on the ticket to win but the convention will tell the tale.

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By Obama Grandmama Jul 17th 2008 at 2:25 am EDT

In any work environment when the less senior member is promoted to the higher level position the person that was passed over resents it. It can make for a hard working environment to be able to accomplish anything. There are also many Independents and Republican crossover votes as well as Barack supporters that might not come his way. I saw in polls that it is about a wash for him if he chooses her. If you have to bend to the Hillary supporter wishes for their vote it may mean you really do not have their support and it will be lost later or they will be the first to complain or cast doubt on the newly elected official.

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 2:53 am EDT

Grandma-you make some very valid points that make sense. I am just scared to death of McCain and if big donors are holding back money to the DNC -we can not win this-it takes lots of money unfortunately. We need unity and every dem donating to Obama and the DNC. There are congressional seats we need too.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:10 am EDT

Good points Terralyn!!

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By Roselen Hope Jul 17th 2008 at 7:34 am EDT

Put Hillary on the ticket to win?

Yes. [This is sarcastic.]

Take a look at all of the informed policy and planning coming out of the roundtables and summits Obama has mounted and effectively has administered on the far-reaching domestic and global issues, challenges facing us, the world.

Hillary is not present as "surrogate" at any of these high-powered sessions because she has not the bona fides and expertise of Obama's "picked" surrogates like Nunn et al. Barack is going big for THE BRAINTRUST; Hillary is only a junior senator with much baggage and excessive PATRONAGE and campaign debt.

Americans, voters, in large respects, are smart enough to know the VP is not a popularity contest or a children's parlor game of pick the "Dream Team".

For every just-pick-Hillary whiner, other voters keep in mind that she can guarantee nothing but drama on the trail and drama in POTUS Obama Administration. She is a good senator. She can contribute to Health Insurance design, if she is cooperative with other players__unlike '90's.

Barack Obama knows what Hillary Clinton can and cannot bring to the table of his New Governance paradigm__ wheeling out the Clinton Machine and the Clintons' baggage.

HILLARY guarantees NOTHING as VP on the OBAMA ticket and she has NOT the rigorous bona fides a POTUS OBAMA seeks in his VP even though she was first lady and a pseudo VP to WJC.

THIS IS NO POPULARITY CONTEST NOW__NO consolation prize for Hillary Clinton.

If she had the right strategy in the primary and sufficient won pledged delegates from all of the primaries, I am sure the super delegates would have supported her. SHE DID NOT.

BARACK OBAMA won pledged delegates from all of the primaries in sufficient numbers to make the number of super delegates he required a minimal percentage compared to the gross percentage required by Clinton.

Barack Obama has the brand name now and he has the leadership ability and the judgment to pick surrogates of proven bona fides and expertise AND to work effectively with them.

Hillary Clinton did not even win all of her votes; her votes were won in boondocks by WJC during the latter primaries.

Barack Obama must be seen as strong in his own right, with coattails, not requiring apron strings. Obama campaign is working the 50 states strategy voraciously and he can prevail without selling out to "Dream Team".

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:08 am EDT

Amen Roselen!!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:10 am EDT

Well Pat I'm one that believe if he puts her on the ticket he will lose. There are better choices then Hillary. We don't owe Hillary anything.

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 1:39 am EDT

Win.

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By FreedomTwo Jul 17th 2008 at 1:46 am EDT

Hi Norcal - Nice to see you! I read your comment to me on the other thread about this; it is surprising, as I really thought this wouldn't happen for several reasons; I enjoyed your post; thank you!

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 1:57 am EDT

Freedom. I just sent you an O-mail regarding the question you had the other night that you wanted me to try to answer. I forgot exactly what you had asked but please respond to the O-mail.

I've got to go now. But I'll get back to it in the morning.

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By FreedomTwo Jul 17th 2008 at 2:04 am EDT

Okay, Jim; I've got to go soon, too! Thanks for the O Mail; you've been a good friend!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:06 am EDT

No way Karen. That is a bad choice for Barack.

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By FiredUpInCA Jul 17th 2008 at 2:28 am EDT

Once a President, always a President. Or to be more specific about the Clintons: once a co-President, always a co-President.

Obama needs a fresh start untethered from the past. President Clinton does not know how to do second fiddle. Hillary Clinton has said on more than one occasion that she won the popular vote, and so she also doesn't do second fiddle.

You can't have 3 presidents. Let's start fresh and elect one President and a vice-President of his choosing and afford him the same courtesy and respect we afforded the Clintons to find their own way, when they were bringing change and hope to Washington.

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 3:12 am EDT

tell that to the folks who are against the FISA vote. She voted against it. All I am saying.

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 3:22 am EDT

V-Day-you must be a Californian. In fact we need three Presidents in the White House this time around because of the mess Bush has created. Bill could help with Foreign affairs, Hillary could focus on Health Care and Obama could work on setting a new tone to this country with his ability to work on alot of pressing domestic policies-the economy. They would all serve our country well and this country needs the brightes and smartest people available to fix this mess from the Bush administration. I think they couls work well together, because they care about the people-all of them!

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 3:33 am EDT

You got that right. No fool either. It is obvious you are too. You should see the e-mails I received over this FISA vote. Most of my friends voted for HRC...we respect each other. I know they will support...however they always remind me of the dream ticket. They were quite at first and actually so was I. However, they want to WIN. No one forgets the good economic times we all shared with Bill in office. It is the facts.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 3:35 am EDT

Bill on foreign affairs? The Bill who sent my son to war in Bosnia and wouldn't allow them to fire their weapons? And only changed when family members and citizens raised hell about our troops being sitting ducks? Bill who was handed Bin Laden and ignored capturing him? No thanks.

HC on health care? She's a hard enough worker to get it done, however, if you can't "work well with others" and don't know how to manage people, how can you accomplish anything? Plus, if you check the Library of Congress and see the money she has taken from the insurance lobbyists, well....

I'm in agreement with Patrice? BO needs a fresh start with ppl who aren't so enttangled and with less baggage. There are plenty of smart, experienced ppl in DC, including the Clintons if they start showing genuine concern for the American ppl as one person put it, and put OUR agenda ahead of theirs. The Clintons are not the only people in Washington!

I agree also that we need to be unified, not blackmailed.

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By Roselen Hope Jul 17th 2008 at 7:50 am EDT

Put CLINTONS on the ticket to win?

I think NOT.

Take a look at all of the informed policy and planning coming out of the roundtables and summits Obama has mounted and effectively has administered on the far-reaching domestic and global issues, challenges facing us, the world.

Hillary is not present as "surrogate" at any of these high-powered sessions because she has not the bona fides and expertise of Obama's "picked" surrogates like Nunn et al. Barack is going big for THE BRAINTRUST; Hillary is only a junior senator with much PATRONAGE and Clintons' baggage.

Americans, voters, in large respects, are smart enough to know the VP is not a popularity contest or a children's parlor game of pick the "Dream Team".

For every just-pick-Hillary whiner, other voters keep in mind that she can guarantee nothing but drama on the trail and drama in POTUS Obama Administration. She is a good senator. She can contribute to Health Insurance design, if she is cooperative with other players__unlike '90's.

Barack Obama knows what Hillary Clinton can and cannot bring to the table of his New Governance paradigm__ wheeling out the Clinton Machine and the Clintons' baggage.

HILLARY guarantees NOTHING as VP on the OBAMA ticket and she has NOT the rigorous bona fides a POTUS OBAMA seeks in his VP even though she was first lady and a pseudo VP to WJC.

THIS IS NO POPULARITY CONTEST __NO consolation prize for CLINTONS.

If she had the right strategy in the primary and sufficient won pledged delegates from all of the primaries, I am sure the super delegates would have supported her. SHE DID NOT.

BARACK OBAMA won pledged delegates from all of the primaries in sufficient numbers to make the number of super delegates he required a minimal percentage compared to the gross percentage required by Clinton.

Barack Obama has the brand name now and he has the leadership ability and the judgment to pick surrogates of proven bona fides and expertise AND to work effectively with them.

Hillary Clinton did not even win all of her votes; her votes were won in boondocks by WJC during the latter primaries.

No Clintons in Oval Office. Obama may tap Clintons for his Braintrust, of course. He must be seen as THE POTUS, with coattails.

Obama campaign is working the 50 states strategy voraciously and he can prevail without selling out to "Dream Team".

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By BetGR - ENOUGH!!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 8:58 am EDT

One reason - amongst many - that I do NOT want HRC on the ticket is that then the McCaininites will claim that Barack cannot win without her. He's too weak on his own. WE ALL KNOW THAT'S NOT TRUE!

I strongly feel that people have to have confidence in what Barack is doing and back him and HIS decisions all the way!

And if Hillary really supports Obama she needs to call her dogs off and tell them to stop this whole drive. It does not speak well toward her, toward the party, and toward the office of the Presidency or the election process. IF Hillary had won, would she have wanted to be told who to pick as a VP? I hardly think so. So I think the only thing she can do right now is go on the stump for him - like she promised, shut bill up, which would be a good idea and act like the Senator she should be and do whats right for the party and the country. Oh - and call off the dogs and tell them to grow up and behave too. People win and People lose. That is just the way it goes, folks.

I strongly believe that Obama will win - even in a landslide! And I love watching McCain open his mouth and insert his foot! I would love to see him pull a total nutty with his temper!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:16 am EDT

I agree 110% Betty!!

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 3:42 am EDT

Do they know she supported it before she voted against it? Believe me, if she had been the nominee she would have voted just like BO did! This is the person who voted along with Bush on several critcal issues afterall.

Most FISA purists have gradually accepted the compromise if they have read all the experts opinions along with BO's assessment of why he voted the way he did. Many just realize that we face too many hurdles to be single issue voters.

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 3:49 am EDT

The problem with this FISA vote is that they are too busy ease dropping instead of cracking down on watching the banks who have been deregulated. No oversight and now we are faced with lenders with no accountability. Big problem.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 4:07 am EDT

I wouldn't argue with you on that! Unfortunately, the foundation was layed for the bank deregulations and current foreclosure crisis when Bill repealed the 1933 Steagall Act. This legislation essentially prevented banks and mortgage companies from merging or doing business with each other, and set fair and protective lending practices for citizens.

Under Bush everyone felt emboldened to do just that knowing this administration wasn't going to enforce any remaining banking and lending regulations still in effect. I have bought three homes and almost before I could make the first payment the bank had sold the loan to some mortgage company I'd never heard of, a practice that became the norm.

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 4:15 am EDT

negative arms happened in Bush term. Most have been coming up for renewal...and more to follow. Ya know, interest only loans with no down and no income disclosure.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:15 am EDT

I agree Charles!!

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By Moses Hussein aka cafe latte, wine drinking egg head Jul 17th 2008 at 1:17 am EDT

Repost.

What do you guys think? Eventhough it affects both campaigns but you know how bias the David gregory, joe and pat buchanan against obama.

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 1:23 am EDT

I like Pat Buchanan. Voted for him many, many moons ago. I love his input on MSNBC and wish Sen Obama would listen to him. Just do the opposite of whatever Pat B suggests.

All jokes aside, he is truly one dimensional(right-wing) but very pragmatic with his views. He does not appear to be too enchanted with McCain.

I actually listen to him and try to determine if anything he says can help Obama win.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:26 am EDT

Seriously, if anyone is more of a right-wing nut than Rush, it's Pat. Even when I was a Rush-loving repub, I couldn't listen to Pat. He was too much...

The less Pat agrees, the better we are, really.

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By In Obama I trust Jul 17th 2008 at 1:32 am EDT

I agree. Pat B. should not be on t.v. There is no reason for him to be on.

On that note: Goodnight all! Read you tomorrow.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 1:37 am EDT

There is a difference however. PB is a nasty evil guy in many ways be he remains consistent to his beliefs and he is willing to say the truth as he sees it and not hide behind obfuscation as RL is.

I remember in 2000 when there was an obvious glitch in the vote tallies in West Palm Beach Florida and Pat Buchanan who was running as the Reform Party candidate appeared to have gotten a large number of votes in a highly Jewish district. He was the first to admit that there was no way that any Jew would be voting for him since it is well known that he is not well-favored by the Jewish community (to put it lightly). PB is at least willing to stand up for his rotten self whereas RL is a pathetic fool.

So don't get me wrong. I do not like PB but he does in some sense have more integrity than RL.

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 1:37 am EDT

He makes me laugh.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:40 am EDT

He makes me sick.

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By Aging Radical Jul 17th 2008 at 1:55 am EDT

He makes me glad I'm not in the USA.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:56 am EDT

Don't blame you there....

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By A Rebirth Jul 17th 2008 at 9:07 am EDT

LOL!!!

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By DuckfromacrossthePond Jul 17th 2008 at 4:27 am EDT

Amen; for me he's a prime example of everything hateful about the united states.

Thank God for Barack Who will redeem your countries Reputation!

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By Stanley H. Krute Jul 17th 2008 at 3:01 am EDT

> even when I was a Rush-loving Repub

Lace !! You must tell us more !!! Did you truly
admire El Rushbo and his thinking ??? What changed your own thinking ????

It is so difficult to fit your current self into the mold of a dittohead .....

-- stan

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By FreedomTwo Jul 17th 2008 at 1:40 am EDT

That's exactly what I do with Pat Buchannan. Although I disagree with everything Pat has always believed in, I gained respect for him in 2000 when he came out and stood up for Al Gore in Florida. Buchannan, running as the Independent after a failed GOP nomination, received tens of thousands of votes in heavily democratic areas and in demographic areas that would have NEVER voted for Pat Buchannan (or George W. Bush for that matter).

Late into the night and the following morning, Pat Buchannan came out and stated, "I didn't get those votes; Al Gore got those votes." He went on a "campaign" so to speak and went on every TV station he could to fight for Al Gore and our democracy. He did so knowing he was destroying all chances of EVER running again as a republican candidate; I've respected him since. Again, I have never agreed with Pat Buchannan on one “political issue or policy; however, he earned my respect for fighting for our democracy in 2000!

Unlike Joe Lieberman, who was ON the ticket with Al Gore, he stated that "votes from overseas that were postmarked AFTER the required date "should be counted." Heckuva job, Joe! These were military votes, which always favor the republican candidate; again, “heckuva job, Joe!

In comparing Pat Buchannan and Joe Lieberman, I'll take Pat Buchannan any day of the week and twice on Sunday's! He stood up for our rights; he stood up for our voting process; he knew Florida wasn’t on the up and up and spoke up loud, clear and often; he stood up for our democracy and he stood up to the GOP, knowing it would destroy him within the Party; in my opinion, Pat Buchannan deserves respect for that!

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 1:47 am EDT

I agree with you. It is all about principles and he sticks to them well you like his brand or not.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:57 am EDT

Exactly.

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By FreedomTwo Jul 17th 2008 at 2:02 am EDT

I couldn't agree with you more; it's why I have a hard time getting upset with Pat Buchannan; when I think of "what" he gave up to fight for our democracy, I just can't get angry; I disagree and talk back to him through my TV; however, I get much more angry with Tucker and the other ilk who are biased and are in love with their voices (and prejudices)!

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By DuckfromacrossthePond Jul 17th 2008 at 4:42 am EDT

O! I didn't know that about The Pat...o.k, that was cool of him, still don't want to spend any time with him though.

Thank You for Informing me,
Duck

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 1:52 am EDT

I agree with this. See my post above on the 2000 race. I gained some respect for PB in 2000 even though on policy he is way off the mark. He is for withdrawing our troops from just about everywhere which I agree with. This is one of those cases where the left and right extremes can actually meet. But the rest of his ideas are xenophobic and pretty sad to say the least.

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By FreedomTwo Jul 17th 2008 at 1:57 am EDT

I hadn't even seen your post; I think we were typing at the same time as I don’t think it was there – LOL! We're on the same page about everything you have just stated about Pat; xenophobe is the "perfect" word; however, I will ALWAYS respect Pat Buchannan for what he did in 2000!

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 2:02 am EDT

Pat Buchannon is a racist and really is out of touch-old school politics. He is a MSM hack.

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By FreedomTwo Jul 17th 2008 at 2:17 am EDT

Oh I agree with you Norcal; I just respect what he did in 2000 and therefore respect him based on that!

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By Dave Jul 17th 2008 at 4:26 am EDT

The only thing I liked about Pat Buchanon is with the whole Florida mess in 2000, this guy flat came out and said that 90% of the votes for him were really votes for Gore...these voters marked the wrong box with the butterfly ballots.

Nader the other 3rd party candidate was the one that spoiled the election and he didn't even care, didn't even care Bush won, said Bush and Gore were the same.

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By Suzie McKay Jul 17th 2008 at 5:27 am EDT

Shortly after that election, they gave a class of South Florida third-graders a sample butterfly ballot and told them each to vote for certain candidates. The candidates included Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, etc. The children got it 100% right.

The butterfly ballot was approved by a committee that consisted of the Registrar of Voters for the county (can't remember, Dade or Palm Beach?), the head of the local Democratic Party and the head of the local Republican party. They unanimously approved it. It really wasn't that difficult and in my precinct the proctors were very careful to state out loud frequently that if anyone needed assistance or didn't understand the ballot, raise your hand for help. No one did.

I believe that Pat Buchanan did get many Jewish and Democratic voters. Reasons include his avowed conservatism, his religious zeal, and his big Bible Belt presence. I never could understand voters who told me they voted for him because "he's a good Christian" (even if they weren't Christian) and their decision-making process just stopped there!

In addition to the faulty punch card machines and the possibility of chads, one must recognize that Florida is a retirement state filled with elderly voters to whom technology is a scary thing that must be endured rather than understood. Such voters stick with the familiar candidate, even if he or she does not represent their ideals.

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By Coracii - Counting The Days Until January 20th, 2009 Jul 17th 2008 at 8:27 am EDT

So, even though Pat Buchanan has bluntly stated that he does not believe that these people in South Florida had any intention of voting for him you still believe otherwise? I tend to think that the Presidential campaign and their representative for office would know what demographics would be interested in casting their vote for him and which ones they have no shot at garnering support from. Buchanan, rightly so, knew that the voters in South Florida would not vote for him under normal circumstances and honorably said so many times in the 24 hours following the voting fiasco 8 years ago. Yes, the butterfly ballot was approved, but since it was deemed too problematic for continued use it has been exiled from politics, stuffed in a back closet never to see the light of day again. Even if a group of 25 third graders could use it properly in a useless test, the tens of thousands that actually voted on it had an appreciable margin of error that led to an eight year error.

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By Suzie McKay Jul 17th 2008 at 9:31 am EDT

I worked for the campaign in Volusia County. My main disagreement with your post relates to Pat Buchanan. I don't believe one word that emanates from him or his organization. His only interest is in accumulating more pieces of gold for his relgious coffers and any media exposure that will allow him to do so. But one thing is certain: In a NORMAL election, he would not have received recent retirees' or Jewish votes.

You are absolutely correct about the voting machines. I was very impressed the first time I voted here in Nevada (which was not without its own problems the last election). Electronic machines with a paper trail printout - I think they are fabulous.

I respectfully maintain my points about the elderly voters and pollworkers. Being in Clermont, you are aware that pollworkers were trained for one full day before the election and then (at that time) worked the 12 hour shift at the polls, resulting in pollworkers who are ineptly trained and most times at a loss with anything out of the ordinary. Most pollworkers are retired and the wages they receive make the difference in whether or not they eat macaroni and cheese or oatmeal for the last week of that month.

Florida was a disaster just waiting to happen and certainly NOT a normal election. Outdated machines, elderly voters, ill-trained pollworkers who leave bags of ballots in their car trunks overnight (remember that one in DeLand?), desperate, ill-informed voters moving in every day to find jobs with the theme parks or television studios, retirees who voted for Ralph Nader or Pat Buchanan because they liked neither of the two main choices, a complacent government that relied on the good old boy school of "if it ain't broke, let's not spend the money to fix it." Well, it finally broke, leaving many people unhappy and feeling they had been cheated. However, under Florida law at that time, the election proceeded and a winner was called.

It is a bitter pill for many people to swallow and I empathize with you. I know we both hope we have more closely monitored elections in future and I feel with all my heart Barack is the President that will repair the broken policies of the last 40 years.

Finally, I have enjoyed our discourse, even if we have disagreed on some points, and I commend you for your

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By Suzie McKay Jul 17th 2008 at 9:35 am EDT

"I commend you for your courtesy"..I'm sorry. The program warned me but I thought I could sneak that in!

At leasts I'll know that next time!

Regards,
Suzie

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By BarakaWolf the GREEN WOLF Jul 17th 2008 at 3:39 am EDT

"I like Pat Buchanan."

O_O

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By Moses Hussein aka cafe latte, wine drinking egg head Jul 17th 2008 at 1:49 am EDT

Actually I don't mind Pat. I think sometimes he is trying to be mischevious. Joe's arrogance get on my nerve, but the people I really cannot stand on MSNBC is Tucker(elizabeth hasselbeck of cable news) and David Gregory who I thought was a real journalist. He is so bias against Obama that it took me by surprise. I thought he was an impartial guy.

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By Lorraine Jul 17th 2008 at 1:59 am EDT

Yes, David Gregory has really dropped in my opinion/I no longer watch him.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 2:24 am EDT

I gave Gregory's show a week when it first started to see if it would have any semblance of fairness and professionalism. It didn't. I emailed him on the fifth day and said exactly that and that I would not be viewing the show. And I haven't watched it since.

He's not suited to host a show just because he was WH press cover, required to ask one question per press conference. He wanted to get in on the excitement and exposure of the primaries. Plus, I think they all try to be the next "Keith O".

Gregory is not even close.

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 2:55 am EDT

Very true-his show is not worthy of watching at all.

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By FreedomTwo Jul 17th 2008 at 2:00 am EDT

Amen on Tucker; I was so glad to hear they cancelled his show; I was then sad to hear they were keeping him employed as a "Senior Political Analyst" -yeah, right, okay and sure! You mean, "GOP only Senior Political Analyst"! They missed part of his "new" title!

He has real "issues" also; he was fired from CNN for some "odd" reasons; they were valid and VERY, VERY "odd"; he's a strange one!

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By Moses Hussein aka cafe latte, wine drinking egg head Jul 17th 2008 at 2:08 am EDT

Forgive my typos.

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 6:38 am EDT

Here's a funny. My daughter flipped through the channels long enough to hear Bill O'Temper spew that the "rest of the corrupt media isn't telling you the truth!" LOL

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By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 1:18 am EDT

I so wish Obama would come to california for a big rally but today I went to a meeting and I was talking to one the guys in the district 32 and I ask him if Obama was going to be here and he told me probably not because he was leading her 20+ and that he need it to go to other place I mean was good new to hear that but I so want to see him in person.

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By Patrice from Gardena, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:26 am EDT

Me too! I live here as well and gave up the opportunity to see him...The campaign suggested that solid supporters give thier space to un-decided's. What a dumb move on my part.

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By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 1:42 am EDT

yeah I still believe he should come but I guess he needs to be were they believe he is need the most but hopefully I see him next year when he takes the oath yayaaaaaaaaa

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By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 6:42 am EDT

Obama will hit every State again so don't let anyone tell you otherwise darn it!

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By Moses Hussein aka cafe latte, wine drinking egg head Jul 17th 2008 at 1:18 am EDT

Repost.

What do you guys think? Eventhough it affects both campaigns but you know how bias the David gregory, joe and pat buchanan against obama.
Link

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By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 1:32 am EDT

I think that the issues of the economy, war and medical insurance are so overwhelming, the average joe is not going to be concerned about what some egghead (no offense) in NYC who have nothing in common with their plight have to say.

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:22 am EDT

Obama predicts black voter increase, Southern wins

RALEIGH, N.C. - If Barack Obama's historic campaign to become the first black president boosts black turnout as drastically as he predicts, he could crack decades of Republican dominance across the South.

That's a big "if."

Still, an Associated Press analysis of U.S. Census and voting data from the past four presidential elections shows a potentially dramatic impact should Obama fulfill his pledge to elevate black participation by 30 percent.

That would add nearly 1.8 million votes in 11 Southern states, the analysis shows, enough to tip the balance in several that have been Republican strongholds.

Besides the likely increase in black turnout, the Illinois senator also expects a surge of young voters to help him compete in states that have been reliably red since the once solidly Democratic South flipped to the Republicans in 1964.

"I can tell you that North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Alabama will be in play," asserts North Carolina Democratic Rep. G.K. Butterfield, an Obama adviser. "We're looking strongly at Tennessee and Mississippi."

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By Lorraine Jul 17th 2008 at 1:36 am EDT

And don't forget the role Bob Barr may play if he is successful in getting on the ballot in all 50 states (he's on in 30+ right now). He is polling between 5 and 10% in several battleground states and his support is growing. He may well outpace Ross Perot before this election is over.

Conservative Republicans are still unhappy with the McCain choice and many are gravitating to Barr.

He is currently raising money to get on the ballot in West Virginia.

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 1:41 am EDT

Black voters coming out in large numbers is great! But-he needs more than that he needs white voters and independents too.

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 1:44 am EDT

What makes you think independent and black voters are mutually exclusive.

I happen to be both.

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By Lorraine Jul 17th 2008 at 2:00 am EDT

Good point, Debbie!

We need everyone to come on out for Barack!

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 2:13 am EDT

I idn't say black voters and independents were exclusive. I said he will need more than black voters from the south to win the southern states.

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 2:21 am EDT

We actually have several whites on our team in my
hometown of Bessemer, AL. They are mostly "yellowdog Democrats". We're in the process now of helping them to organize three events in their homes for Obama.

Alabama is blood red but we are hoping to change that in November.

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By Ms. "Call Me Sweetie Anytime" B Jul 17th 2008 at 8:41 am EDT

Good point...

Same point to be made concerning women and AA women...

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By Obama Grandmama Jul 17th 2008 at 2:37 am EDT

Does our party have a strategy to deal with the questionable voter fraud schemes that come up? I remember whole precincts with a majority of Black population with zero votes for Barack in the Primary. In particular I remember CA and NY as well as TX in those situations. Voting machine problems with the Diebold machines came up last time around in the GE as well as the notorious FL election results. After all the hard work I do not want everything to go under due to a fix. Anyone know the plans to keep it honest?

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By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 1:24 am EDT

Please read what leads their blog below - this come right from the top of the organization:

GOD WILL GUIDE THE HAND OF JUDGMENT THAT WILL STRIKE YOU DOWN!

'picture of Obama appears below at their site'

A note to maniacs who make death threats: They don’t work. They harden the opposition to your cause because they expose your true nature as a homicidal bully. They also rally the support of the vast majority of decent people who are outraged by the tactic. You turn your target into a hero, and if you succeed in either murdering or inciting the murder of your victim, you turn her or him into a martyr. Not the best plan.

I’m a grown woman and I’m not afraid of bullies — never have been, never will be. But I do have children, and anyone who has lost their mother at a young age understands the profound and long-lasting grief that flows from that. Anyone who threatens me or any of the the other women in this movement with death for expressing our political views peacefully and lawfully will fail at frightening me — but he will succeed at terrorizing innocent children. And THAT makes me angry.

Senator Obama’s supporters asked Hillary Clinton to publicly distance herself from a long-time Hillraiser fundraiser and loyal supporter, Ricki Lieberman, who is working day and night to save our party from a landslide loss in November by highlighting the weaknesses of Obama the candidate. Senator Clinton promptly complied.

Perhaps we should ask Senator Obama to “distance” himself from his supporters who are threatening women who oppose him with death? What do YOU think HIS response will be?

THE OBAMA MOVEMENT’S CALL FOR DEATH TO WOMEN WHO OPPOSE HIM WATCH

So far, my list includes these women. If you have received threats of violence or death from Obama supporters because of your political activities or writing, or you know someone who has, please tell us in comments. Also send me an email at murphy@pumapac.org

see for yourself: Link

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By Faith Jul 17th 2008 at 1:27 am EDT

No, I don't want to see this kind of craziness. I refuse to give them credibility.

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By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 1:28 am EDT

To make matters worse, in the following blog that appears below, they have a picture of a monkey below with a sign that says: Laugh now, but one day we'll be in charge.

Any recipe for cracker soup?

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 1:31 am EDT

They are definitely pulling out straws. Now all we need is for purported "supporters" to respond to that mess. I am still waiting on Clinton's June finance report to see if they put their money where their whining is.

Repost:
Raise $10 million for Clinton campaign debt, urge her return
Posted: July 12, 2008
12:30 am Eastern

By Andrea Shea King
© 2008 WorldNetDaily

More than two million angry Democrats are rejecting Sen. Barack Obama as the likely Democratic nominee for the presidency this year, according to a new protest organization.

Link

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 2:47 am EDT

I can answer that. NO! I finally ventured there for the second time a few days ago. They are giving their money to PUMA and saying let BO pay HC's debt as he "owes" her.

This "Murphy" woman is a Republican who gave $500 to JM in 2000! I don't know if they know this. This isclearly created and driven by the GOP to get these women's votes and keep them divided.

Meanwhile, Murphy is using them to become a celebrity as she has already been on Fox. They sound like love sick 5th graders who have transferred their "hero" worship to Murphy. I read their whole blog, which didn't take long, and I didn't read ANYTHING ABOUT ANYBODY'S LIFE BEING THREATENED!!!

This, too, is part of PUMA's (GOP'S) dirty tricks. They're hoping the media will pick this up and repeat it that BO's supporters are threatening to kill them!! It would be hilarious if it weren't so diabolical. They have coordinated this witheach other, obviously. They speak in "code" a lot about their plans. Notice how Murphy asks them to email her if they've received a threat?

This is why HC needs to come out FIRMLY AND FINALLY DENOUNCE THESE GROUPS! NOT that namby pamby statement put out today by one of her spokesman after the Ricki Liebermann smear letters. But of course, that wouldn't keep up the drumbeat for her to be on the ticket!

I swear, in my 40 years of voting I have never seen anything like this, nor anyone try so hard to force themselves on a candidate's ticket like this! God, where is the grace? The pride? The class?

If anyone is guilty of a crime, one of the members is. Thereis one person whose daily task, and fun, was to write Donna Brazile, who they hate with a passion! S/he posted her letter and Donna's responses. (Donna does respond). The last one had been posted where Donna told her off and basically said she was harassing her and she (Donna) didn't have to put up with it!

Some of the followers are just sick, but the Repubs. really running the show know exactly what they're doing! I'm quite sure no BO supporter has gone ther and threatened to "kill" anyone! Wouldn't you have the email or blog as proof? I think they didn't think about that. What a bunch of losers!!!!!!!

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By DiAnne from Seattle, WA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:33 am EDT

add them to Larouche, the Moonies & Scientology for credibility

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By Trish - Working To Elect That One Jul 17th 2008 at 1:44 am EDT

I don't think these people are genuine Clinton supporters.

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 1:34 am EDT

This is the reason Hillary must be on the ticket with Obama. There needs to be a uniting of the party or the dems will lose. Hillary and Obama are about the same on their votes. We need to move on from the primary and get this thing won.

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By Moses Hussein aka cafe latte, wine drinking egg head Jul 17th 2008 at 1:41 am EDT

I can see the republican using sniper fire for foreign policy experience.

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 1:44 am EDT

No PUMA intended, but lol.

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 1:47 am EDT

yeah, well...not so fast. 'cause they don't want her on the ticket. They know it will bring this home. They have been after her like a cheap suit. So many Women want to see a strong women on the ticket. One thing for sure, she fits the bill.

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 1:58 am EDT

Hillary might not be the problem. The problem might be Bill.

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 2:05 am EDT

Well, all I got to say is that the Bottom line is that Bill did not 'cause an economic stressful situation. Most remember him as good times not bad times. I don't care how many affairs he had. None of my business. If HRC does not care, well than either should we.

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 2:10 am EDT

Not talking about affairs, I voted for Bill twice. There are other issues.

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 2:17 am EDT

Politics are full of issues. Ya don't know what is going on in Cali over this FISA issue.

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 2:28 am EDT

That is for sure! California is way upset about Obama's vote on FISA and granting immunity to telecoms. Some people are suing Obama in court to get a refund on their donations to him because of that. In real leftie areas people call Obama Barack-O-Bush. He really has lost a progressive base in California. But, he will win California in the general regardless.

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 2:37 am EDT

Could be neck and neck. Cali is not taking it too lightly. I had to gasp for air and zip it up.
Not pretty.

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By FreedomTwo Jul 17th 2008 at 2:40 am EDT

Spot on Norcal and V - California is ANGRY!

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By Moses Hussein aka cafe latte, wine drinking egg head Jul 17th 2008 at 2:53 am EDT

Go use something to make you less uptight and angry. Maybe you can relax after awhile.

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 3:38 am EDT

Just stating the the facts about California-there are people that are going green or with Nader-that is how they think out here. I am Obama supporter that lives in California. Was a disappointed voter about his FISA vote-but the one issue is not enough to make me do some of the things people out here our doing. It is more important that Obama be elected any day over mcCain. I also understand why he flipped over the Bill-he would have looked weak on terror and I am not sure about his telecom immunity vote-his answer did not really ake sense. Hillary voted No on the whole thing-so I am proud that she did that-no matter why she did-because she usually votes alongside the Bush policies on terror and the war.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 4:35 am EDT

BO is leading JM in CA by over 20 points as of today. About a month ago Voters were polled and the results showed that if the primary was held at that time BO would have won. People said because the CA primary was held so early, ppl didn't know him as well.

If ppl are suing to get their money back, they clearly must not be any of the tens of thousands who are out of jobs, don't have healthcare and are suffering in every way. The majority of Californians obviously can't afford to be hung up on FISA. They're too busy trying to survive!

I also seriously doubt they even know or care about FISA. I went canvassing last weekend and not one person mentioned FISA as a concern, even when I "tested the waters" by asking. Their first concerns: the war and the price of gas.

The people who don't have it so cushy far outnumber the ones who can afford to remain fixated and uncompromising on FISA os BO will win CA.

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By Faith Jul 17th 2008 at 4:00 am EDT

That's bs, sorry, but it is.

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 4:13 am EDT

It is not BS-just listen to Clifornia progressive talk radio-the pockets of progrssive are San Francisco and North-but Obama will win in a landslide in California-it always goes democratic in a general presidential election.

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By Obama Grandmama Jul 17th 2008 at 2:44 am EDT

The GOP has already figured out all of the ammo to use on Hillary running so it would be ready if she were chosen to run as VP. There are a lot of people who would not vote for Barack if Hillary was chosen to run as VP.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 3:25 am EDT

So did I, which is why I deeply resent the damage they are trying to inflict on BO's and our chances of winning! We put Bill in the WH and now he can't support the party's rightful winner? I understand it's his wife, but they are both politicians who know better.

I never cared about his infidelities either. I did have a problem with the M. one because it was insulting to the WH and our country, not to mention embarrassing.

Bill's issues are HC's as well; thye're married and their business dealings and income are not seperate. There are many reasons Bill and HC won't subject themselves to being vetted. I did my homework.

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 3:49 am EDT

I am glad you do your homework-but did you check with the Bildergroup? They are the New World Order group of prominent global leaders that vet the Presidential and Vice presidential candidates in secret. Both Obama and Hillary met with them right after the primary. They make the decisions in the end-it is the Shadow Government behind the scenes.

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 3:49 am EDT

I am glad you do your homework-but did you check with the Bildergroup? They are the New World Order group of prominent global leaders that vet the Presidential and Vice presidential candidates in secret. Both Obama and Hillary met with them right after the primary. They make the decisions in the end-it is the Shadow Government behind the scenes.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 4:46 am EDT

I know about the Bilder. Group.

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By FreedomTwo Jul 17th 2008 at 2:34 am EDT

Spot on V-Day; Bill's affairs are his and his FAMILY'S business; and I'm sure many here defended him during those absolutely ridiculous impeachment hearings; I refuse to "go there"! Also, I had a friend who was in Europe when this idiocy was going on, Europeans were LAUGHING at over the impeachment; they thought it was absurd and that Americans needed to "loosen up and mind their own business." They could not believe this was actually going on in this country over what? NOTHING in their opinions; they also LOVED Bill Clinton and still do!

A poll came out a several months back; it was an international poll on who the "world" would vote for as president, Bill Clinton received nearly 80% of the vote; he's popular and will help heal our broken relationships and deplorable moral standing in the world!

And that's why Barack Obama has repeatedly stated he "needs Bill Clinton as an ambassador"; again, I agree with Barack Obama!

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 2:18 am EDT

Bill Clinton was a damn good President. The economy is going to be the biggest issue. Alot of people psychologicall identify the Clintons with a good economy. It will take the old and new Democrats working together to win this election. The Clintons may have fought hard in the primary, but now it is the general and it is time to bring things together and Hillary and Bill could do that. Obama would look like a compromiser and in my opinion picking Hillary as VP would be alot better than his FISA Bill vote.

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 2:21 am EDT

Darn straight.

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 2:21 am EDT

Bill Clinton was a damn good President. The economy is going to be the biggest issue. Alot of people psychologicall identify the Clintons with a good economy. It will take the old and new Democrats working together to win this election. The Clintons may have fought hard in the primary, but now it is the general and it is time to bring things together and Hillary and Bill could do that. Obama would look like a compromiser and in my opinion picking Hillary as VP would be alot better than his FISA Bill vote.

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By FreedomTwo Jul 17th 2008 at 2:24 am EDT

DOUBLE DARN STRAIGHT!

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By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 1:58 am EDT

Who here is willing to volunteer as a taste tester for Obama if Hillary is on the ticket:)

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By Faith Jul 17th 2008 at 4:03 am EDT

That would be pretty funny, LOL, if it didn't have a kernel of truth.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 3:02 am EDT

These are largely repubs. and some HC supporters still in denial. The same handful of ppl post over and over. They were whining that they had to get more money because they'd only raised $11,000!!

No, WE need to step up our donations and continue registering new voters! BO should NOT be blackmailed into picking her or anyone else! I think the Clintons are such a fixture, and with the constant drone of the media, that some ppl still buy into the idea that BO can't win unless she's on the ticket. He beat her. He's leading without her and already has the thinking HC supporters and leads JM in the woman vote by a large margin.

I hope he sticks to his guns and picks who HE wants. If it's her, it should be because he truly wants her, not because he's been extorted into it. What would governing each day look like given what we're seeing right now? It's all about the Clintons and she's been out of the race
over six weeks; do you really think he can accomplish anything with them breathing down his neck and scheming behind his back?

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:20 am EDT

No way Karen. Bad choice!!

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 1:35 am EDT

This is the reason Hillary must be on the ticket with Obama. There needs to be a uniting of the party or the dems will lose. Hillary and Obama are about the same on their votes. We need to move on from the primary and get this thing won.

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 1:41 am EDT

Love you NorCal, but I don't think Hillary would be an asset to the ticket. Six on one hand and half a dozen on the other. I am sure that Barack will make the right decision. He has got good people looking at all angles of this thing, but it is fun to speculate, lol!

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By James Brown.....Proudly Voted For President Obama ! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:55 am EDT

If you want to do what McCain can't ( Fire up to GOP ) , AND attract the Independents , the sure way to do that is by Putting Hillary on the ticket.

I am personally fine with whoever Barack picks as his running mate because , i trust his judgment.

I just don't see Hillary even being on the short list. She would never clear the vetting process.

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 2:00 am EDT

And neither would Bill. Don't they have a court case coming up in California in November?? Something about fraud. Anybody with any information.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 4:56 am EDT

Peter Paul vs William Jefferson Clinton, Hillary Rodham Clinton, et al....

Case # BC 304174, CA, and

Case #2007-014575 417, Ridgefield, NJ

Both for campaign fraud.

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 2:00 am EDT

18 plus mil in voters. That is something to think about.

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By Obamaismyguy! Jul 17th 2008 at 2:05 am EDT

But Barack is leading with women voters 59% to 31%. Obviously a LOT of those 18 million have already come over.

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 2:10 am EDT

With the new McCain coming out today in his speech. Think ya get picture.

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By Coracii - Counting The Days Until January 20th, 2009 Jul 17th 2008 at 8:33 am EDT

Is McCain going to flip-flop on his 26 year string of hateful policy standing towards women and minorities to attempt to gather their votes? There's nothing he can do to change his policies that wouldn't dramatically affect what little integrity he has left or destroy the republican bases' little confidence left in him.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 5:01 am EDT

V-Day has no profile.

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By green.minute Jul 17th 2008 at 2:19 am EDT

I don't think Obama needs Hillary for VP, not anymore. I would have agreed right after the end of the primaries, but now I don't think it's the right decision to pick her.

Even though I look back at the primaries with some sort of a melancholy... sentiment, sorta..
It was really nice. Compared to the old foggy ugly McEmpty.

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By Dianne Jul 17th 2008 at 11:33 am EDT

Slice & Dice those cucumbers! Soup's On!

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By NgengerNusa Jul 17th 2008 at 2:10 am EDT

I agree with you. It seems that we consider voters ransom?

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By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 2:14 am EDT

And, even if she were to clear the vetting process, she would hinder Obama's ability to govern...BIG TIME!

He could not get anything done with Hillary because Hillary and Bill would stab him in the back at every opportunity. The last thing he needs as a new President is to have to constantly look over his shoulder to make sure Hillary and Bill are not up to mischief.

Come on now, do you honestly think Hillary and Bill would be a good little girl and boy and do everything President Obama told them to? Please!

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By FreedomTwo Jul 17th 2008 at 2:15 am EDT

If anyone has "passed" a vetting test, it's Hillary Clinton; she's been "vetted for nearly sixteen years! I'm not voicing an agreement or disagreement with her on the ticket; however, she HAS been vetted, as has Bill; he was president for two terms; he's incredibly popular around the world; the Clinton Foundation has done incredible work; he may not be popular with many here and I understand; however, he is still very popular in this country and with millions upon millions of democrats. Also, after George W. Bush, I do believe Bill Clinton, as Barack Obama himself has said SEVERAL times, would make the best "roving ambassador" to heal relations. Barack Obama has stated this; I agree with Barack Obama!

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By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 2:27 am EDT

Hillary has been vetted, unless there are some financial deals we don't know about yet.

Now, Bill is another story. He's collected millions of dollars for his presidential library from some questionable sources to include overseas foreign operatives. So, Bill would need to be vetted...not for his presidential time..but for stuff that has occurred since he left office.

It may not seem that long, but Bill's been a private citizen now for almost a decade. Lots of time for him to have gotten his hands dirty????

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 2:33 am EDT

You are right Freedom Two-the Clintons are very vetted. I do not care that Bill had some Monica scandal-that is nothing compared to what Bush has illegally done to this country.

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 2:35 am EDT

I am with you, I could care less about his affairs. A lot of folks in Washington have had affairs.

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By FreedomTwo Jul 17th 2008 at 2:36 am EDT

EXACTLY! Please see my post a few up! And Bill's "donations" for his library and the like will result in the same thing ALL of the other GOP-driven investigations did, to the tune of over 40 million dollars of OUR money because they were furious Clinton kicked Bush Sr. out of office - NOTHING!

No vetting needed; the Clinton's are the most vetted people in the world!

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 2:39 am EDT

Well, it is fun to discuss it and we will be happy with Barack's pick.

Good night all, bedtime!

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By James Brown.....Proudly Voted For President Obama ! Jul 17th 2008 at 2:55 am EDT

That doesn't change the fact that Bill & Hillary both have pending charges in California Superior Court. You don't think the Republicans would have a hay day with that ?

Why keep fighting the battles of the past expecting different results ?

Turn the page.

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:22 am EDT

Amen James!!

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By Suzie McKay Jul 17th 2008 at 10:05 am EDT

Debbie,

I must be dense or have missed it somewhere. What is PUMA, please?

Thanks!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 11:36 am EDT

You know Suzie I'm not really sure someone of this blog should know.

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By Faith Jul 17th 2008 at 4:11 am EDT

Hillary and Bill suck all the air out of the room with their larger than life egos. I am not saying that they are bad people, but they are not team players or followers. A president needs a vice president who can support the agenda, not make their own. This is why Cheney and Bush have been so bad. Cheney has had his own competing agenda and Bush didn't have the room to (being surrounded by all the neocons) to develop his own policies. The truth is he never should have been our president, because he does not have the right temperament, intellect, or motives.

Hillary would have been a fine president, but she lost the primary. That is difficult for some, but that is the way life is sometimes. If Barack had lost fairly, I would be on Hillary's side and wouldn't expect her to have to put him on the ticket. They don't really bring add much to each other - its too much history at once. Only one big change at a time for America, please. LOL

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:24 am EDT

Good points Faith!!

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By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:21 am EDT

Good points Doris!!

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By Obamaismyguy! Jul 17th 2008 at 2:03 am EDT

Jeffrey, please don't post this nonsense on this blog... just post the link and those interested will go see. I personally would rather not see such negative narrative. I know, I know... I should just scroll past it, but I still think a SHORT sentence stating what it is about plus the Link is plenty sufficient.

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:25 am EDT

CBS/NYT: Are you enthusiastic about your party's nominee? 50% of Obama supporters say yes, 42% satisfied. 16% of McCain supporters say yes, 68% satisfied. Just 6% of Obama supporters are dissatisfied compared with 14% of McCain supporters.

Continue reading this at The Jed Report »Link

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:27 am EDT

Nice ;-)

Take that PUMA!

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By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 1:30 am EDT

Now they have been "PUMA Pounced"

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 1:38 am EDT

lol.

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By Trish - Working To Elect That One Jul 17th 2008 at 1:41 am EDT

Just found this (older blog) about PUMA

Link

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 1:44 am EDT

But if these are Obama supporters they don't include PUMA. The question seems confused. Are these Democrats or Democratic supporters of Obama.

Ultimately none of this matters much. What matters is who gets the most votes. Then there are those of us who aren't in either of those two parties. Some of us are satisfied also.

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 1:49 am EDT

Jim, good point.

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By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:54 am EDT

Geeze, I somehow wasn't even thinking about that...!

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By debbier Jul 17th 2008 at 1:55 am EDT

Excellent point Jim. I am no democratic. I am an Obama supporter!!!

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:27 am EDT

obamaiswinning.com

Link

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:28 am EDT

fivethirtyeight.com

Link

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By DiAnne from Seattle, WA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:31 am EDT

I flew to Austin from Seattle for Netroots Nation and will be live blogging at Link and Link.

Excited! Have met an Obama delegate from Missouri.

I read half of Audacity of Hope on the plane. Obama is genius.

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By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 1:37 am EDT

Hi Dianne and thanks for dropping in. Keep us posted and have a great time!

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By Judy R. Jul 17th 2008 at 6:22 am EDT

Have bookmarked so I can come along with you to netroots. I've become a blogaholic. Best writing and commentary is found on blogs...not newspapers, not MSM. Bravo bloggers!

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By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:32 am EDT

guntotingliberal.com

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when wiobama needs to provide leadership on the banking fiasco | Report to Admin

By MarctheBruce Jul 17th 2008 at 1:34 am EDT

pity this wasn't obama. Link

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I know we have a lot of ground to cover today, but I want to say a few things on the topic of this hearing and of the next.

First, on monetary policy, I am deeply concerned about what the Fed has done in the last year and in the last decade. Chairman Greenspan’s easy money the late nineties and then following the tech bust inflated the housing bubble and created the mess we are in today. Chairman Bernanke’s easy money in the last year has undermined the dollar and sent oil to new record highs every few days, and almost doubling since the rate cuts started. Inflation is here and it is hurting average Americans.

Second, the Fed is asking for more power. But the Fed has proven they can not be trusted with the power they have. They get it wrong, do not use it, or stretch it further than it was ever supposed to go. As I said a moment ago, their monetary policy is a leading cause of the mess we are in. As regulators, it took them until yesterday to use power we gave them in 1994 to regulate all mortgage lenders. And they stretched their authority to buy 29 billion dollars of Bear Stearns assets so J.P. Morgan could buy Bear at a steep discount.

Now the Fed wants to be the systemic risk regulator. But the Fed is the systemic risk. Giving the Fed more power is like giving the neighborhood kid who broke your window playing baseball in the street a bigger bat and thinking that will fix the problem. I am not going to go along with that and will use all my powers as a Senator to stop any new powers going to the Fed. Instead, we should give them less to do so they can do it right, either by taking away their monetary policy responsibility or by requiring them to focus only on inflation.

Third and finally, since I expect we will try to get right to questions in the next hearing, let me say a few words about the G.S.E. bailout plan. When I picked up my newspaper yesterday, I thought I woke up in France. But no, it turns out socialism is alive and well in America. The Treasury Secretary is asking for a blank check to

Re: when wiobama needs to provide leadership on the banking fiasco | Report to Admin

By Unknown user Jul 17th 2008 at 8:17 am EDT

The people are paying through taxes again for this banks plunder and bail out! Sad

So how old is John McCain? | Report to Admin

By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:36 am EDT

Born before computers, McCain is `too old' to some

So how old is John McCain? Six-packs, automatic transmissions and the American Express card were all introduced after he was born — not to mention computers, which McCain admits he doesn't use.

McCain, himself, jokes that he's older than dirt. And while his age is being raised as a campaign issue, medical experts say voters shouldn't be concerned that, if elected, McCain would be the oldest man to assume the presidency, at 72.

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Re: So how old is John McCain? | Report to Admin

By S v K Jul 17th 2008 at 1:54 am EDT

Johnny MacC is goin' doooowwwwwnnnnnnnnn!!!!!!

SvK

Re: So how old is John McCain? | Report to Admin

By green.minute Jul 17th 2008 at 2:25 am EDT

If he was the president, I'd be afraid that he drops off the face of the Earth any day, and we have no president...
God forbid he picks Hucabaeee for VP!!

aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaa...
Can you imagine Huckabee the President?
Or Romney??

Re: So how old is John McCain? | Report to Admin

By Michael Guinn Jul 17th 2008 at 3:38 am EDT

I think it will be Romney- another great reason to vote OBAMA!

Re: So how old is John McCain? | Report to Admin

By Suzie McKay Jul 17th 2008 at 5:38 am EDT

Ben, I followed the link but it didn't provide any research. Exactly when did six packs, the AmEx card and automatic transmission come out?
Readers?
I remember when you opened a beer or soda can with a 'church key'. No pop top tabs and certainly not the thing that goes back into the top of the can.
Anyone else got some info on this?

Based on the data, we project 11 states inside of five points: | Report to Admin

By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:40 am EDT

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

538 Battlegrounds as of Mid-July

A month ago, we brought you the battleground states based on the site's model, and it's time for an update. Recall that the projection is not what would happen if the election were held today (that's the snapshot), but what 538 projects will be the November result.

Based on the data, we project 11 states inside of five points:Link

Re: Media Matters: Brzezinski continues pattern of MSNBC hosts not challenging false assertion that McCain called for Rumsfeld's resignation | Report to Admin

By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 1:53 am EDT

It's pretty sad.

Re: Media Matters: Brzezinski continues pattern of MSNBC hosts not challenging false assertion that McCain called for Rumsfeld's resignation | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:55 am EDT

Sick.

Re: Media Matters: Brzezinski continues pattern of MSNBC hosts not challenging false assertion that McCain called for Rumsfeld's resignation | Report to Admin

By green.minute Jul 17th 2008 at 2:06 am EDT

I agree. Brzezinski is a brainless blonde.
She's getting on my nerves with her weird laughter.

Re: Media Matters: Brzezinski continues pattern of MSNBC hosts not challenging false assertion that McCain called for Rumsfeld's resignation | Report to Admin

By VA . Greatgran 'Grab A Mop' for President Obama Jul 17th 2008 at 2:10 am EDT

And her father is brilliant.He is with Barack.I
remember her before she became Joe's puppet.

Re: Media Matters: Brzezinski continues pattern of MSNBC hosts not challenging false assertion that McCain called for Rumsfeld's resignation | Report to Admin

By green.minute Jul 17th 2008 at 2:14 am EDT

Very well, eloquently put. Thank you.
You expressed my thoughts exactly.

Proud, Proud, Proud | Report to Admin

By Patrice from Gardena, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 1:43 am EDT

This is our time and I've have never been more excited about a canidate, this movement and all that share his vision.
Thank you all for your strenght...Good Night All.

Are Jews Really Down on Obama? | Report to Admin

By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:43 am EDT

Are Jews Really Down on Obama?

by Jonathan Singer, Wed Jul 16, 2008 at 07:04:41 PM EST

Via Ben Smith comes new polling showing Barack Obama leading Jon McCain among Jewish voters -- though now performing as well within the group as John Kerry or Al Gore. But does that mean Obama is really destined to earn significantly fewer Jewish votes in 2008 than his most recent predecessors? First, the numbers:

The survey, commissioned by the Washington-based advocacy organization J Street, found that only 58 percent of American Jews said they would definitely vote for Obama, an Illinois senator. Another 4 percent said they were leaning toward the presumptive Democratic nominee.

In contrast, Al Gore and Bill Clinton both drew approximately 80 percent of the Jewish vote in their respective runs for the presidency, while John Kerry garnered about 76 percent in 2004.

Twenty-nine percent of respondents said they would vote for U.S. Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.), with 3 percent saying they were leaning toward the presumptive GOP nominee. That would represent a higher showing among Jews than the 24 percent President Bush drew in 2004.

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pathetic little thermometer | Report to Admin

By Diana G. ~California believes~ Jul 17th 2008 at 1:47 am EDT

Okay so I just donated the other day to make sure I'm in the running for the open convention plus I'm hosting an event next week, which means wine and goodies to buy so I'm strapped for a bit.

Before I fall asleep at my computer, anyone feel like making the red line on my thermometer creep up? It's so sad.

Link

Re: pathetic little thermometer | Report to Admin

By Diana G. ~California believes~ Jul 17th 2008 at 1:57 am EDT

Oh, and I forgot to mention that if I win the convention thing, I'm giving it to Ty and his wife so BO will have to fly Ty home from Iraq. Wouldn't that be so cool?

Re: pathetic little thermometer | Report to Admin

By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 2:37 am EDT

Nice idea, but will his military commander grant him the time off?

Typically, soldiers only get to come home for dire personal matters, like death, severe illness of a parent or child.

So, you may want to make sure he can get home if you win.

Obama within Striking Distance in South Carolina | Report to Admin

By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:47 am EDT

Obama within Striking Distance in South Carolina

by Jonathan Singer, Tue Jul 15, 2008 at 11:07:53 PM EST

Last month Rasmussen Reports polling showed John McCain leading in South Carolina, though underwhelmingly, by a 48 percent to 39 percent margin. Today, Public Policy Polling released data showing McCain's lead over Barack Obama to be just 45 percent to 39 percent, with Bob Barr pulling in 5 percent of the vote.

Barack Obama is keeping it closer than other Democrats have in recent years in South Carolina, but still trails John McCain by six points.

The demographics fueling Obama's ability to stay within striking range are the same ones that allowed him to win a dominant victory in the state's Democratic primary. He leads 77-10 with black voters and 54-32 with voters under 30. John McCain leads within pretty much every other subgroup.

If there is a path to victory for Obama in South Carolina it includes maximizing turnout from those two groups favorable to him, and also hoping that more conservatives unhappy with John McCain will turn toward Bob Barr.

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Re: Obama within Striking Distance in South Carolina | Report to Admin

By S v K Jul 17th 2008 at 1:51 am EDT

Yessss
we can!!!!!!!!!

READ THIS:
Link

it's about the Obama vote in the south!

SvK

Re: Obama within Striking Distance in South Carolina | Report to Admin

By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 1:56 am EDT

This could be especially true if Romney is McCain's running mate. It may cause many of the Evangelicals to vote for us or stay home.

Re: Obama within Striking Distance in South Carolina | Report to Admin

By Lorraine Jul 17th 2008 at 2:06 am EDT

And if Barr's numbers continue to climb in SC/his voters more likely come from the conservative Republican pool of folks who are opposed to McCain (and Romney if he is picked)/ Obama will likely draw moderate disaffected Republicans.............McCain could lose significant numbers in SC......

Re: Obama within Striking Distance in South Carolina | Report to Admin

By S v K Jul 17th 2008 at 2:08 am EDT

Jeffrey...I like the way you think!

I buy that ;-)

SvK

Michelle Obama IS NOT going on Obama's trips to Afghanistan, Iraq, Israel, and Europe. | Report to Admin

By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 1:51 am EDT

MICHELLE TO STAY AT HOME

Wed Jul 16 2008 19:02:05 ET

Michelle Obama IS NOT going on Obama's trips to Afghanistan, Iraq, Israel, and Europe.

Nor would she have a policy role in the Obama administration; she would be raising their daughters.

But SHE WILL have a primetime speaking role at the Democratic National Convention.

NEW YORK TIMES reporter Patrick 'The Biographer' Healy will be first out with the full details in the coming days, newsrooms sources tell DRUDGE.

Developing...Link

Re: Michelle Obama IS NOT going on Obama's trips to Afghanistan, Iraq, Israel, and Europe. | Report to Admin

By Lorraine Jul 17th 2008 at 1:52 am EDT

Great news about a speaking role at the convention for Michelle!

Re: Michelle Obama IS NOT going on Obama's trips to Afghanistan, Iraq, Israel, and Europe. | Report to Admin

By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 1:54 am EDT

She is a great speaker - she has a fire and intensity that compliments "Cool Hand Barack" well.

Re: Michelle Obama IS NOT going on Obama's trips to Afghanistan, Iraq, Israel, and Europe. | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 1:56 am EDT

Wasn't aware of that, thanks.

Re: Michelle Obama IS NOT going on Obama's trips to Afghanistan, Iraq, Israel, and Europe. | Report to Admin

By Lilli Kay Jul 17th 2008 at 2:11 am EDT

If I remember correctly....the wives always speak and are usually the person who introduces the Nominee, unless there are adult children or something like that. OBAMA 09!

Re: Michelle Obama IS NOT going on Obama's trips to Afghanistan, Iraq, Israel, and Europe. | Report to Admin

By VA . Greatgran 'Grab A Mop' for President Obama Jul 17th 2008 at 2:18 am EDT

Michelle will fire them up.

Rove Ignoring Congressional Subpoena | Report to Admin

By whoknows Jul 17th 2008 at 1:51 am EDT

We should inform everyone on this board to contact the judiciary committee to issue contempt proceedings aganist Rove for failure to show up. Congress needs to take action aganist these crooks. I'm tired of them not doing enough. Please contact the judiciary committee here.

Link

To learn more about the issue see this article.

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Re: Rove Ignoring Congressional Subpoena | Report to Admin

By Connie_W in Arizona Jul 17th 2008 at 2:14 am EDT

Seriously, I think it would be better to charge and convict these guys after the election. Else, Bush will just pardon them.

Re: Rove Ignoring Congressional Subpoena | Report to Admin

By ♥ dreamweaver "Grab A Mop" ♥ aka Vicki from Iowa Jul 17th 2008 at 11:21 am EDT

I sent a message but the submit button would not work for me.

msnbc | Report to Admin

By Patrick Jul 17th 2008 at 1:55 am EDT

Keith about to come on

Re: The goal of PUMA | Report to Admin

By Patrick Jul 17th 2008 at 1:57 am EDT

I like Hillary, but the supporters that don't care about anything else are ruining it

Re: The goal of PUMA | Report to Admin

By NgengerNusa Jul 17th 2008 at 2:02 am EDT

Agree...

Re: The goal of PUMA | Report to Admin

By VA . Greatgran 'Grab A Mop' for President Obama Jul 17th 2008 at 2:21 am EDT

Add Bill to that "done her in" equasion.

Re: The goal of PUMA | Report to Admin

By James Brown.....Proudly Voted For President Obama ! Jul 17th 2008 at 3:06 am EDT

Amen

Re: The goal of PUMA | Report to Admin

By Michael Guinn Jul 17th 2008 at 3:05 am EDT

WELL SAID and ACCURATE!

to Obama & Campaign | Report to Admin

By green.minute Jul 17th 2008 at 2:02 am EDT

Could I pretty please be picked for the Convention to meet Obama?? Pretty...
I never won anything, and I love Obama more than anything in my life so far...

:)

I donated too!

Re: to Obama & Campaign | Report to Admin

By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 2:57 am EDT

Good luck, green.minute. I'm pulling for you!

Re: to Obama & Campaign | Report to Admin

By green.minute Jul 17th 2008 at 3:00 am EDT

Thanks HHH and for befriending me!

Everyone is welcome to add me to their friends.

Re: to Obama & Campaign | Report to Admin

By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 3:17 am EDT

No problem. Hope you get picked for Denver.

Analog v. Digital | Report to Admin

By Joe Jul 17th 2008 at 2:02 am EDT

Hey All,

McCain = Analog & McCain
Obama = Digital

I have started talking to people using the above ... 'Do we really want a president that doesn't understand the 21st fast-moving digital world?' Their answer is heck no.

McCain = Bottom of Graduating Class
Obama = Top of Graduating Class

Same logic as above... again 'HECK NO' we want the smarter one.

Re: Analog v. Digital | Report to Admin

By Joe Jul 17th 2008 at 2:03 am EDT

I didn't mean to leave that extra McCain after Analog.

Re: Analog v. Digital | Report to Admin

By green.minute Jul 17th 2008 at 2:09 am EDT

Mc Cain- Commodore 64
Obama- Super powerful MacBook (the thin one) ;)

Re: Analog v. Digital | Report to Admin

By DesertDweller Jul 17th 2008 at 2:17 am EDT

HA! funny Green!

Re: Analog v. Digital | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 2:22 am EDT

McCain: 8 Track
Obama: Ipod

Re: Analog v. Digital | Report to Admin

By Change is good. Jul 17th 2008 at 7:20 am EDT

Aww..snap! Green.minute...you took me back there for a minute. That was around the time of the Tandy "computer" too. LOL!

Re: Analog v. Digital | Report to Admin

By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 2:14 am EDT

McCain makes Magoo look presidential.

"Oh Magoo, you've done it again!"

Re: Analog v. Digital | Report to Admin

By Doris from MD Jul 17th 2008 at 2:17 am EDT

lol. Jeffrey, you are fired up tonight!!!

Prisoner Swap? | Report to Admin

By Cemuni "Hussein" Jul 17th 2008 at 2:03 am EDT

I just gotta say that that prisoner swap that Israel did was a brainless move, swap live terrorists for dead bodies? It is negative reinforcement and sends a clear signal that if Hezbollah or Hamas wants demands or a prisoner exchanged, all they have to do is kidnap an Israeli soldier to get it.

Since it doesn't even seem to matter if they are alive or dead what incentive would the groups even have to keep them alive? Every terrorist that they free from jail will come back to fight and bomb them. I'm sorry but you got this wrong Israel. Sometimes you gotta just cut your losses.

Comments?

Re: Prisoner Swap? | Report to Admin

By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 2:07 am EDT

For those two soldiers, Israel killed hundreds of Lebanese people with relentless bombardments.

If that was an equitable reaction, China should have launched a war against Israel for killing two of their relief workers in Lebanon that were clearly identified as a Red Cross Vehicle.

I am not antisemitic, but I thought Israel overreacted two years ago.

Who knows what makes sense there.

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By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 2:36 am EDT

There is too much killing on both sides and there is no leadership that has been willing to do the hard work that is necesary to bring peace. Israel has killed more civilians than have the Palestinians yet the Palestinians also kill Israeli civilians. Israel has tanks and airplanes many of which come from us and Palestinians have less technologically advanced methods of killing. All are guilty and the US is complicit in their lack of leadership. It is necessary that we bring everyone to the table to work out a 2 state solution in which all are guaranteed complete autonomy and security. Any thing less will mean constant war. Blaming one side or the other will do nothing but continue the bloodshed. All must take responsibilty for the killings. All lives are equally valuable.
The last time the US showed effective leadership was during Carter with the Camp David accords. Since the we have failed. Let us hope and demand that the next president will show the leadership to bring a just and equitable peace.

Latest Presidential Polls Show a New List of Target States for Obama and McCain | Report to Admin

By Nov. 5th 2008 "Mission Accomplished," Ben from Monroe, NY HAPPY ELECTION DAY!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 2:05 am EDT

Latest Presidential Polls Show a New List of Target States for Obama and McCain

July 16, 2008 11:39 AM ET

The presidential race seems to be tightening, at least according to the two tracking polls. The Rasmussen tracking poll showed Barack Obama in a statistical tie with John McCain last weekend; the latest numbers show Obama ahead 47 percent to 44 percent. Here is Scott Rasmussen's nut paragraph:

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$750 by Sept 2 for my birthday | Report to Admin

By Anne933 Jul 17th 2008 at 2:15 am EDT

Hi night owls. I don't want to detract from the O-man's big day on Aug 4. I do want to reach $750 by my 75th on Sept 2.

Check my blog and if you want, contribute:
Link

Love and hugs!

Re: $750 by Sept 2 for my birthday | Report to Admin

By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 2:22 am EDT

Oh dear Anne I did not realize the OB B-Day is to days apart from my lol

Re: $750 by Sept 2 for my birthday | Report to Admin

By Lace; Yes We Did Jul 17th 2008 at 2:24 am EDT

LOL I celebrated both his and mine last year ;-)

(I'm 9/6)

Re: $750 by Sept 2 for my birthday | Report to Admin

By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 2:28 am EDT

lol my B-Day is on August 6, los we both share the 6 .

Re: $750 by Sept 2 for my birthday | Report to Admin

By Marjon Jul 17th 2008 at 5:32 am EDT

Please somebody donate in place. I am no citizen and no permanent alien..so I cannot donate. But boy I want your Barack to be the next leader of the world!

Donate! Donate! Yes you can!!

Re: $750 by Sept 2 for my birthday | Report to Admin

By Suzie McKay Jul 17th 2008 at 5:57 am EDT

I'm 2 days before him!

blah | Report to Admin

By President Obama is America's Hope [I'm Ready to Work!] Jul 17th 2008 at 2:18 am EDT

Hey, everyone, I'll be passing along the message to all of my friends on this site. In the meanwhile, anyone care to donate?

Link

Good read | Report to Admin

By Moses Hussein aka cafe latte, wine drinking egg head Jul 17th 2008 at 2:23 am EDT

I like this article.
Link

Re: Good read | Report to Admin

By NgengerNusa Jul 17th 2008 at 2:59 am EDT

Whilst I don't agree with the title, I like its content. Its kind of giving me light refreshment about other perspective in dealing with problems..

Post everywhere | Report to Admin

By    FriendlyFinleys    Jul 17th 2008 at 2:23 am EDT

I know I said this on a previous thread, but we need to spread out and start posting to those who are still undecided as to who they will vote for. Below is a great place to start!

Link

Filled with bitter democrats clinging to their HRC hopes... I know you all can win them over!

Re: Post everywhere | Report to Admin

By    FriendlyFinleys    Jul 17th 2008 at 2:24 am EDT

Even better link...

Link

Re: Post everywhere | Report to Admin

By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 2:46 am EDT

Great idea. I blog in response to some of the online NYTimes articles....wheww lots of unfriendly bloggers on that site.

Re: Post everywhere | Report to Admin

By Michael Guinn Jul 17th 2008 at 3:04 am EDT

I used to blog on the DNC website every night- there are some real whinners there- Jennifor is the WORST (your link)- They are a disgrace to the party and the country. They are persuaded that they were robbed by the DNC and that NOTHING Barack does will EVER please them. They are so full of hate they're beyond reason.
This is something I KNOW because I was on that sight for MONTHS trying to have logical discussion. They are counting on Barack losing and Hillary running in 2012- and they make no apologies for their actions.
In spite of their efforts- WE WILL WIN!

Re: Post everywhere | Report to Admin

By    FriendlyFinleys    Jul 17th 2008 at 3:15 am EDT

So funny you mentioned her- I just had to say "I'll pray for you."

But just imagine if someone went to that site to find more info about democrats?!?!?!? I am a democrat and think some of the people there are loons...

If we are everywhere, we can confront all of the lies that the opposition and the uninformed will try and throw out there!

Re: Post everywhere | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:26 am EDT

Yes Michael we will win.

hi late niters | Report to Admin

By Snucky Jul 17th 2008 at 2:24 am EDT

i have a bout with cold, 4 days ago it started with a scratchy throat. then sore throat. then stuffed up head and nose. runny nose. sneezing, body weakness and coughing. i just took some cough medicine from over the counter. besides that hows everyone doing?lol.

Re: hi late niters | Report to Admin

By Jeffrey from Highland, CA who is going to meet President Obama at the Inauguration in January Jul 17th 2008 at 2:44 am EDT

Hi Snucky - sorry to hear that you are feeling under the weather.

Re: hi late niters | Report to Admin

By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 2:47 am EDT

Chicken soup, man. Chicken soup!!!

Re: hi late niters | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 2:55 am EDT

Bless you snucky! Here's some Puff's Kleenex for you too. :D

VIDEO | Report to Admin

By BRAZIL FOR OBAMA Jul 17th 2008 at 2:25 am EDT

SIMPLY THE BEST VIDEO ABOUT OUR NEXT PRESIDENT
(((MUST SEE)))

Link

how many Leos in the house | Report to Admin

By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 2:29 am EDT

I'm one lol it feels good to share the same month as our President Obama.

Re: how many Leos in the house | Report to Admin

By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 2:48 am EDT

I'm one too!

Re: how many Leos in the house | Report to Admin

By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 3:02 am EDT

that's cool what day I guess not to many tonight tehehe

VIDEO | Report to Admin

By BRAZIL FOR OBAMA Jul 17th 2008 at 2:32 am EDT

SIMPLY THE BEST VIDEO ABOUT OUR NEXT PRESIDENT
(((MUST SEE)))

Link

Re: VIDEO | Report to Admin

By JakeBarnes Jul 17th 2008 at 3:21 am EDT

Wow, this is really well done! Thanks for sharing.

WE ARE THE ONES WE'VE BEEN WAITING FOR

Re: VIDEO | Report to Admin

By Michael Guinn Jul 17th 2008 at 3:23 am EDT

Excellent! Thanks!

The State of the Media Vs The American State | Report to Admin

By John Hay - An Australian for Barack Jul 17th 2008 at 2:53 am EDT

The State of the Media Vs The American State

Mainstream American Media / This is no Cartoon
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Telling Thoughts.com / Link

Re: The State of the Media Vs The American State | Report to Admin

By NgengerNusa Jul 17th 2008 at 3:12 am EDT

Thanks for the link. Excellent article, John. I absolutely agree with your assertion:
"Democracy depends on diversity of media ownership. The sooner media monopolies in the United States are broken up, the sooner political independence in Journalism will return. As it is meant to be. Media is too important to be in the control of too few hands."
It leaved me with questions, though, how can we stop media monopolies? I got stuck with two questions:

Regulation? No, it would contradict with democracy.
Distribute share holders? No, it would depend on who have 'capital'.

Re: The State of the Media Vs The American State | Report to Admin

By John Hay - An Australian for Barack Jul 17th 2008 at 3:53 am EDT

Regulation in critical areas in no way conflicts with the principals necessary to govern a democratic state.

In Australia we have a degree of media regulation in terms of the proportion of TV Stations one can own in any one state the same applies to newspapers etc. It is all about ensuring maximum diversity of views. Its never perfect but better than suffering the alternative.

On a different subject the Subprime housing loan crisis in the US could have been prevented had the Congress enacted stricter lending criteria instead of just ignoring the fact that some people just overborrow. Commission loan sales add to the problem. QED. Only goverment regulation can prevent abuse of any financial system.

Re: The State of the Media Vs The American State | Report to Admin

By Michael from Lynnwood, WA Jul 17th 2008 at 6:40 am EDT

I think if you look at the extreme scenario of zero government regulation anywhere, you eventually wind up with a few super powerful multinational corporations and a soulless society that worships money.

Regulation of capitalism is necessary to keep it subservient to society's interest rather than above it. In other words, we recognize that capitalism exists to serve man and not to enslave it.

Fascism? Some define it as a form of corporate rule. Blackwater? Halliburton? Exxon? News Corp?

Chris Rock Introduces Barack Obama | Report to Admin

By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 3:05 am EDT

cool video enjoy it
Link

Re: Chris Rock Introduces Barack Obama | Report to Admin

By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 3:19 am EDT

where did everybody go to lonely here :(

Re: Chris Rock Introduces Barack Obama | Report to Admin

By NgengerNusa Jul 17th 2008 at 3:21 am EDT

It's late night, lol... Usually they will come around in the next one hour or so..

Re: Chris Rock Introduces Barack Obama | Report to Admin

By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 3:29 am EDT

I thought I was by myself but usually I see more people here lol I should be a sleep too

Re: Chris Rock Introduces Barack Obama | Report to Admin

By Dinora Jul 17th 2008 at 3:35 am EDT

good night guys see ya tomorrow time for me zzzzzzzzz lol

Re: Chris Rock Introduces Barack Obama | Report to Admin

By NgengerNusa Jul 17th 2008 at 3:40 am EDT

Good night, Dinora. Sweet dream!!!

Re: Add PUMA to the animal CRACKERS box! | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 3:42 am EDT

California will always vote Democrtaic in an election. I never said it would be close like V. There is no way McCain could win in California. Will be a landslide here for Obama-that is why I am not worried about the far-lefties out here that are having a fit about his FISA vote. There are pockets of very left wing progressives in California, but they are the minority-but very vocal.

Re: Add PUMA to the animal CRACKERS box! | Report to Admin

By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 3:43 am EDT

California will always vote Democrtaic in an election. I never said it would be close like V. There is no way McCain could win in California. Will be a landslide here for Obama-that is why I am not worried about the far-lefties out here that are having a fit about his FISA vote. There are pockets of very left wing progressives in California, but they are the minority-but very vocal.

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By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 4:05 am EDT

Just so ya know, we are still in July. Tell it too Kerry when he was up in July.

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 4:41 am EDT

V, is there a reason you don't have a profile? I've given enough information tonight; it's past 4:30 am on the east coast so I'm out. (Insomnia)

Peace.

Way To Go Ohio! | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 3:29 am EDT

Just for the know:

WeAreCHANGE Ohio confronts McCain on PNAC connection & 9/11
Link

Project for the New American Century (PNAC)
Link

hello | Report to Admin

By houseof4va Jul 17th 2008 at 3:40 am EDT

hello

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By NgengerNusa Jul 17th 2008 at 3:44 am EDT

Hi

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By HHH Hussein (Harmony, Happiness, Hope) Jul 17th 2008 at 3:44 am EDT

Hello. Good to see you this morning!

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By Connie Obama (Not held hostage by polls or media) Jul 17th 2008 at 3:58 am EDT

Thank you, Sans Doute. And as for the prosperity we enjoyed under Bill, it was due to the technology boom! Remember Bill GAtes and Steve Jobs? I will give credit where it is due and will say Bill did a great job of managing the economy that was spurred by this boom. He didn't create or initiate any policy that created the prosperity though. Just keeping the facts straight. :-)

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 3:55 am EDT

I imagine not in SoCal-it is more of a conservative area. The pocktes are up here in Northern California. From San Francisco and North-very liberal areas compared to down South there.

barack in iraq | Report to Admin

By hollywaz Jul 17th 2008 at 3:52 am EDT

reports here in the uk are idicating he is on his way to iraq. anyone confirm this

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By NorCal Woman Jul 17th 2008 at 4:01 am EDT

Should be kept secret-why make a big announcement-safety issues involved with a trip like that.

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By Trish - Working To Elect That One Jul 17th 2008 at 4:17 am EDT

Where are you getting those reports? I have seen nothing on the BBC site, in The Guardian or The Independent.

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By Sandra in PA, blogging here since day one and volunteering for BO since he announced his candidacy Feb. 10, '07 Jul 17th 2008 at 6:03 am EDT

It was reported here on Wednesday and yesterday afternoon that he would be departing "at week's end" or over the weekend, and would be gone for the entire week, returning before the Olympics, and supposedly, announcing his VP pick before the Olympics as well as not to get the news buried amidst all of the Olympics coverage. Of course this was reported by the MSM so is therefore, subject to change. :o

Off to sleep | Report to Admin

By Anne933 Jul 17th 2008 at 3:56 am EDT

...but before I go remember Josie Link

and if you want to help me reach my goal before my 75th birthday
Link

Nite all or good morning some.

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By Marie Hussein from New Mexico Jul 17th 2008 at 4:12 am EDT

Goodnight and sleep well with pleasant dreams of life in America administered by President Barack Obama and his beautiful family.

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By Marie Hussein from New Mexico Jul 17th 2008 at 4:09 am EDT

There are so many safety issues involved that I doubt we would know date, time, etc. I suspect he will already be "on the ground" with the generals when we are finally told.

WoW KO ON FIRE! | Report to Admin

By Doreen D IOWA Jul 17th 2008 at 4:10 am EDT

Hello all, did you enjoy Keith tonight? he put a smile on my face. He was on fire tonight!!

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By Marie Hussein from New Mexico Jul 17th 2008 at 4:13 am EDT

He was, wasn't he? LOL His vacation was good for him. I thought Rachel Maddow was excellent as an analyst for him.

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By Marie Hussein from New Mexico Jul 17th 2008 at 4:13 am EDT

He was, wasn't he? LOL His vacation was good for him. I thought Rachel Maddow was excellent as an analyst for him.

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By Faith Jul 17th 2008 at 4:14 am EDT

I did, I was so glad to see him back. I know that he worked hard during the campaign and I like Rachel, but she just wasn't my Keith.

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By Trish - Working To Elect That One Jul 17th 2008 at 4:18 am EDT

I think Rachel Maddow should take the place of Morning Joe, so that we can start and end our news day on a high note.

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By Doreen D IOWA Jul 17th 2008 at 4:28 am EDT

I would agree, she is a fair and balance person, she brings things to the light and doesn't hold back. Keith and Rachel, are the ones in our corner.

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By Kinsey Jul 17th 2008 at 4:47 am EDT

I agree, Keith and Rachel are in our corner. Rachel always adds great comments as a panelist on 'Race for the Whitehouse', which helps to balance out some of the other comments.

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By Kinsey Jul 17th 2008 at 4:43 am EDT

I actually like Morning Joe, although at times I do not agree with the coverage (sometimes I think the shows want to appear neutral to a fault, that they overly criticize Obama sometimes, because he really does not have too many mistakes to talk about).

Considering Joe is republican and I think Mika is a democrat, the coverage is usually much more balanced than CNN or of course Fox News. If some republicans / independents watch Morning Joe instead of Fox, that should help us.

Additional encouraging note: quite a few people that I know are starting to turn away from Fox since they are becoming so over the top with Senator Obama's coverage.

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By Doreen D IOWA Jul 17th 2008 at 5:00 am EDT

Yep, I can't stand Fox, Hannity especially, Holmes tries to be fair sometimes- but Hannity, he is a true joker as they come, he is a racist bigot. The only reason I watch MJ is because of the guest he may have.

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By greenparty4barack Jul 17th 2008 at 6:22 am EDT

Mika is a registered republican. And there is not fair coverage on any of the corporate media, besides KO. McCainn has had a cakewalk, while the MSM acts as an outlet for the bulls#!&t that comes out of his campaign. McCain flip flopped on every almost every major issue and the MSM doesnt say a word... now Barack has somehow accumulated 15 flipflops in 2 weeks. The corporate media is trying to throw another election while the war machine continues to push on unchecked.

First thing on morning blow today- they tell us how Barack continues to get all the great media coverage because they talk about Sen. Obama more than 2 to 1. what help is a lot of coverage, when they are constantly twisting what he says and do Mccains spin work for his dysfunctional campaign.

Re: Do independents want to see HRC as VP? | Report to Admin

By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 4:20 am EDT

Ya know..I find it fascinating that everyone is out to get the Clintons. Why? No War, no economic town-turn but yet everyone wants to get em. Think the Republicans have something to do with....so sad everyone is buying into it.

Good Morning from France | Report to Admin

By Claire Jul 17th 2008 at 4:18 am EDT

Dear American friends,

I really enjoy reading your posts, Obamaland is a very lively land...
I send you my strongest and warmest support and encouragements, Yes we can!

With love,

Claire

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 4:20 am EDT

Bonjour Claire!

I am in London.

Carole

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By Claire Jul 17th 2008 at 4:31 am EDT

Hello Carole !

We know each other, how are you doing ? Always busy on the blog,

Have a good day

Much love,

Claire

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 5:41 am EDT

You too, Claire.

Have a good Obama day! ;-)

this was a moment for leadership | Report to Admin

By Evan from Chicago, IL Jul 17th 2008 at 4:22 am EDT

this being an open thread, i just wanted to continue to express my disenchantment over the complete reversal and capitulation on this fisa legislation. this was his opportunity to lead our country away from this tired fear mongering. this was an opportunity to reject the idea that we have to choose between our rights and our safety. this vote makes him appear weak, calculating, and unprincipled.

barack obama, 1/28/08

"I strongly oppose retroactive immunity in the FISA bill.

Ever since 9/11, this Administration has put forward a false choice between the liberties we cherish and the security we demand.

The FISA court works. The separation of power works. We can trace, track down and take out terrorists while ensuring that our actions are subject to vigorous oversight, and do not undermine the very laws and freedom that we are fighting to defend.

No one should get a free pass to violate the basic civil liberties of the American people -- not the President of the United States, and not the telecommunications companies that fell in line with his warrantless surveillance program. We have to make clear the lines that cannot be crossed.

That is why I am co-sponsoring Senator Dodd's amendment to remove the immunity provision. Secrecy must not trump accountability. We must show our citizens - and set an example to the world - that laws cannot be ignored when it is inconvenient."

i just cannot begin to understand how he can say something like this and then vote for a bill that stands against every core principle that was expressed in this statement.

'disenchantment' | Report to Admin

By Debbie UK Jul 17th 2008 at 4:48 am EDT

Okey doke

I like the new word though. 'Disappointment' and 'concern' were getting boring.

Re: 'disenchantment' | Report to Admin

By Coracii - Counting The Days Until January 20th, 2009 Jul 17th 2008 at 8:45 am EDT

Don't forget worried, that was a popular word also...

Re: Do independents want to see HRC as VP? | Report to Admin

By V-Day Jul 17th 2008 at 4:38 am EDT

That is good to hear. Then if that is the case. Perhaps we should fire everyone in politics. Because according to your post it is all about timing. And when something is going right for this country...well then it is because they were in the right place at the right time. So basically everyone in politics is a bunch of figure heads riding some lucky wave.

Re: Do independents want to see HRC as VP? | Report to Admin

By Marie Hussein from New Mexico Jul 17th 2008 at 4:46 am EDT

I am an independent voter. After watching those PUMA people, I finally conceded I would accept whoever Barack selects as his VP.

That is a major concession for me. I've never been a political supporter of the Bush family or the Clinton family.

As a side note, this is an interesting article about Barack's trip:

Link

Re: Do independents want to see HRC as VP? | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:18 am EDT

I hear you Patiently!!

Celebrating Aug 4 birthday | Report to Admin

By Marie Hussein from New Mexico Jul 17th 2008 at 4:26 am EDT

Have you decided yet what you are going to do for Barack's birthday?

Donate? (of course!)

Read both his books or give a copy to someone?

Send a card?

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 4:27 am EDT

Celebrate!!

Re: Celebrating Aug 4 birthday | Report to Admin

By Marie Hussein from New Mexico Jul 17th 2008 at 4:33 am EDT

Yes!!!

Oh...here is a link to a great story about Barack's trip. There will be lots of news coverage:

Link

Re: Celebrating Aug 4 birthday | Report to Admin

By Alisa Jul 17th 2008 at 10:14 am EDT

I don't like it.

Is it normal for the media's primary anchors to tag along on a trip like this? I don't trust them, and I suspect they will be trying their best to set up "gotcha" traps for Senator Obama.

I ESPECIALLY don't like the fact that Curick and Gibson, who are both Clinton hacks are going and getting choice interviews.

Nope, I don't like it one bit. I'm going to be praying ferverently for Senator Obama, because there will be snakes on the plane!

Re: Celebrating Aug 4 birthday | Report to Admin

By Adrienne Jul 17th 2008 at 6:09 am EDT

I'll be celebrating my oldest son's birthday on August 4th--he'll be 12. How cool is it that he shares the same birth date with Sen. Obama?...

Re: Celebrating Aug 4 birthday | Report to Admin

By Kristian "I Ain't Afraid of No GOPs" Idol Jul 17th 2008 at 6:40 am EDT

I think every single person reading my words should donate 'til it hurts on Aug 4th.

Let's show the man how much we luvs him.

Re: Trouble? | Report to Admin

By Marie Hussein from New Mexico Jul 17th 2008 at 4:53 am EDT

For whatever its worth, twice I saw Pat Buchanan staunchly support Obama. The second time it happened, the MSNBC commentator told Pat that MSNBC depends on him to give the opposing argument.

Pat nodded, sighed, and hasn't forgotten "the rules" since, as far as I've seen. However, knowing that Pat Buchanan does think favorably of Obama improved my ability to watch him.

1 million friends | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 4:47 am EDT

Please help me reach my goal of 1 million friends by requesting me as a friend. I only have 999,800 to go.

Re: Do independents want to see HRC as VP? | Report to Admin

By A Rebirth Jul 17th 2008 at 9:05 am EDT

You slay me, my friend! Lol!!!

Re: Celebrating Aug 4 birthday | Report to Admin

By NgengerNusa Jul 17th 2008 at 5:21 am EDT

good night, have a peace sleep...

Re: Celebrating Aug 4 birthday | Report to Admin

By Larry-NorthDakota; A Proud Obamacan!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 6:21 am EDT

We have a planned fundraising/birthday party for Barack here in Fargo, ND on August4th!!!

Obama 08!

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 5:57 am EDT

5 donors needed.

5...4...3...2...1...

5 donors to go to 100!!

Link

I've been working so hard.

Voter registration. Obama events. Organizing people. Motivating campaign work. Training sessions. Phone banking. Fundraising events. Selling Obama buttons. Media, TV, Radio.

Helping people around the world. Promoting Obama.

Link

I am hoping to get 5 more donors to my page!!!!!!

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 5:58 am EDT

Hi, is anyone here now? Who else is here?

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By NY Woman for Obama Jul 17th 2008 at 6:20 am EDT

Good morning Carole
New York here - it's showing (when I reply) that you're from CA - this ALSO happened to Marie Claire from Paris - maybe it's the international thing(smile)

Yesterday the blog announcement was that there's an additional Americans Away from Home Obama blog. You probably already know this, but I thought if you "double-blogged" it's a great place for you as well.

It's a little after 6am here - you get all the night bloggers gone to bed. Not too many early birds here!

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 6:38 am EDT

Good Morning Meredith!

I was just reading about the Billy Joel concert at Shea. I missed what's happening - why are they closing Shea Stadium?

And is it lovely warm and summery on Long Island today? Here in England it is cloudy, gray skies, summer but not too warm. I miss summer summer!

Carole

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By NY Woman for Obama Jul 17th 2008 at 6:49 am EDT

We're getting a steady, and expected spate of hot, dry weather (after a very rainy spring and early summer) - temps up in the 90's yesterday, 80's today. Great for the tomatoes, eggplant, rosemary and other Italian foods we crave to grow.

YOU however live in a country of some of the greatest gardens in the world - When I think of England, I think Gardens and Dog Lovers.

When I visited a London metro town, I was on foot trying to find a "local" market, I met an older women in the street and she told me it was "just around the bend". Well "just around the bend" to the English is about three miles! Have to say, with price of petrol being high there for decades, they're great walkers!

Shea Stadium is falling apart - they're actually building another stadium right next door. I'm not a baseball fan, however, the concerts that they hold there are pretty spectacular.

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 7:15 am EDT

>>Great for the tomatoes, eggplant, rosemary and other Italian foods we crave to grow.

I grow those too! Which is why, gray skies and cooler temps, not so hot. (pun!) (well, it's early) ;-)

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 7:17 am EDT

>>YOU however live in a country of some of the greatest gardens in the world - When I think of England, I think Gardens and Dog Lovers.

True. But it's not what you think. I've learned that when you live in a place, it's different from what you thought it was like.

A lot of nice gardens, yes. But in many ways, in Boston and Philadelphia, and a lot of other US places, garden centers are so much better supplied. Plants are so much better.

It's complicated. But the garden shows, the 3 major ones, are magnificent.

I'm growing tomatoes, herbs, lettuce, tiny yellow pettipan squash, berries, cucumbers... waiting for the hot summer days to come!

Carole

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 7:18 am EDT

You're right about the distances. And more savvy than I was/ might still be.

When they say, "Oh, it's just 500 meters" it sounds like a little. It's a lot more than you'd think!

Carole

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 7:19 am EDT

Thanks for the info on Shea. I missed that, and wondered why they're doing that.

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By Judy R. Jul 17th 2008 at 6:32 am EDT

Carole...just dropped a fiver in your pool. Now you just need 4 more! Cheers.

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 6:36 am EDT

Judy!

You are a kind person. Thank you!!

It's especially needed today, because I'm having a bit of a hard time Obama wise. Will explain in a later writing.

I sure do need a bit of encouragement. So thank you very very much!

Carole

Change | Report to Admin

By Strong Heart Jul 17th 2008 at 6:18 am EDT

One of the greatest casualties of the war in Vietnam is the Great Society... shot down on the battlefield of Vietnam.
Martin Luther King, Jr.

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By Strong Heart Jul 17th 2008 at 6:19 am EDT

War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today.
John F. Kennedy

Re: Change | Report to Admin

By Strong Heart Jul 17th 2008 at 6:19 am EDT

You can't say civilization don't advance... in every war they kill you in a new way.
Will Rogers

Re: Change | Report to Admin

By NY Woman for Obama Jul 17th 2008 at 6:25 am EDT

Good Morning Strong Heart

Thanks for leading us off this morning.

I feel like we've had a President Obama with us for a year now - HOWEVER

Looking at the polls, the Republican Fundraising I realize we still have a LONG HARD road ahead of us.

Re: Change | Report to Admin

By Strong Heart Jul 17th 2008 at 6:28 am EDT

The Prince of Peace is not of the Monarchy of War…

GREAT GRASSROOTS IDEA | Report to Admin

By NY Woman for Obama Jul 17th 2008 at 6:31 am EDT

I'm thankful for our local Obama coordinators who keep me on my toes:

Recently I did all the data entry for the 500 plus volunteers in our area. The names came from all the events in the past 12 months or so. Excel is perfect for this type of job.

My coordinator just asked me if I could post it on Google Documents - which is a GREAT grassroots tool.

You can actually have an online discussion with others looking at the same document. VERY powerful, especially with the price, and environmental effect of driving all the time.

One of the best uses of this database, I think, would be to bring together volunteers that are within 5 miles of one another. Car pooling, yard sale fundraisers, etc. would be increased and enhanced.

The RNC War Chest is enormous - while Obama has raised the most money on the DNC side, the DNC funding is dramatically less substantial. THIS is why it's so important for us to keep the ball rolling.

Anyone with any good ideas - post 'em up - because two minds are better than one!

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 6:47 am EDT

It's nice of you to do the database!

Re: GREAT GRASSROOTS IDEA | Report to Admin

By Strong Heart Jul 17th 2008 at 6:54 am EDT

Mindsets like bookends hold a lot of thoughts...

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By Mavs Jul 17th 2008 at 6:36 am EDT

Hi there,

I'm from the UK and am going to take the oppurtunity of Barack's speech in Berlin to fly out and see him in person.

I'm really looking forward to it but as I don't have much money I want to be sure when/where it will be taking place. I have had trouble finding anything concrete regarding this. Maybe someone with some more decent info would be kind enough to post it up here? It would be much appreciated.

Thanks very much, look forward to seeing some fellow supporters in Germany!

Paul x

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 6:40 am EDT

Hi Mavs,

Have you joined the UK Obama Meetup? Please do if not. We're having a big Obama Party in a few weeks, planning it now.

Link

Carole

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 6:42 am EDT

Hi Mavs,

A few people from the UK Obama Meetup wanted to fly out too. But - there is just no concrete definite info about what day/ when/ time/ where he will be speaking in Germany.

The campaign says the published dates are wrong, but not sure if that is accurate, or disinformation...

Would you please send me email to

carole at americans-away-from-home.com

so I can keep in touch with you. And for another reason I'll explain there.

Thanks!

Carole

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 6:58 am EDT

Mavs!

You joined!! Hurray for Mavs!!!

477 members and going strong.

We're hoping to get 500 by Barack's Birthday Aug. 4.

Please tell your friends!

Carole

Influence of Cindy's beer money on McCain campaign and conflict of beer interest in the Whitehouse. | Report to Admin

By Debbie UK Jul 17th 2008 at 6:36 am EDT

I hadn't thought of the problem of her Bud Business being a conflict of interest. (CNN has though) Apparently bud want the beer tax reduced/scrapped

Link

There are two vids. One is fourth row down and titled something like McCain lifestyle funded by beer (can't remember exactly) The other is fifth row down and is titled something like Cindy McCain's fortune.

There are some very interesting points made. Have a gander when you wake up...

Morning! (-:

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 6:48 am EDT

Debbie, Good Morning!

Are you already in the UK Obama Meetup?

Link

Carole

Re: Influence of Cindy's beer money on McCain campaign and conflict of beer interest in the Whitehouse. | Report to Admin

By Change is good. Jul 17th 2008 at 7:07 am EDT

Yes, this is definitely a conflict of interest as McCain has stated that he "veto all beer." :0)

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By Doreen D IOWA Jul 17th 2008 at 6:37 am EDT

I don't know about you all, but I must say John does not know as much as everyone thinks he does, yes, pow cool, but if you really listen to him he comes from the top of his head, he has know substance to his words, he just seems cheap, I totally agree with Clark's statement. John seems fake, I don't see how anyone would want to vote for him, as my 21 year old son would say. I hope he will surrender on NOV 4!!!

Re: JOHN MCSANE? | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 6:52 am EDT

All McCain is is a money follower period.

Big News - Money Raised | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 6:43 am EDT

In the below email to supporters this morning, campaign manager David Plouffe announced that the Obama campaign raised a total of $52 million in the month of June with an average donation of just $68. Combined, the Obama campaign and the DNC have a total of nearly $72 million cash on hand.

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: David Plouffe, BarackObama.com
Date: Thu, Jul 17, 2008
Subject: June Numbers

Friend --

We have some big news we want to share with you.

Because of your generosity and commitment, we're reporting to the press today that this campaign is in a very strong financial position.

In the month of June, supporters like you helped raise $52 million.

But more impressive than the number is how you did it. Hundreds of thousands of ordinary people contributed to building our campaign for change. Many were first-time donors, giving only what they could afford -- and the average donation was just $68.

You continue to prove what ordinary Americans committed to change can accomplish, despite the Washington lobbyists and special interest PACs funding so much of our opponents' campaign.

But we can't stop now.

It's going to take everything we've got to defeat John McCain and the Republican National Committee in November. And we can't do it without your continued support.

Can you make a donation of $25 now to strengthen our movement for change?

Link

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By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 6:44 am EDT

I also wanted to share with you another promising piece of news.

The Obama campaign and the DNC ended June with a combined total of nearly $72 million in the bank. It's a healthy number. But McCain and the RNC together still have a huge cash advantage, and we need your help to close the gap.

As I mentioned in my video message to you earlier in the week, we're facing a Republican machine with unprecedented resources at its disposal. The McCain campaign and the Republican National Committee finished June with nearly $100 million in the bank.

Our campaign does not accept donations from Washington lobbyists and special interest PACs, and neither does the Democratic National Committee. But John McCain and the RNC have no such standards.

Along with the vast amounts of unregulated money being raised by shadowy outside groups, there's no telling how much they'll spend running attack ads.

We must work together and fight back against their efforts.

Please make a donation of $25 now:

Link

I know this isn't the first time we've asked you for money, and it won't be the last.

We have developed a strategy -- a very aggressive strategy -- that will only work if our millions of supporters continue to contribute their time and their money.

We are now on the air with TV ads in 18 states -- including 14 that George W. Bush carried in the 2004 election. And in each one we're also building extensive grassroots field organizations.

It's all part of our strategy to spread Barack's positive message and compete in all 50 states.

That strategy will work, and it has to. The stakes are too high and the need for change too great. We are thrilled to be on this journey with you and thank you for all you have done so far. But victory is only possible with your continued help.

Please give $25 now:

Link

We can't do this without you.

Thanks,

David

David Plouffe
Campaign Manager
Obama for America

Re: Big News - Money Raised | Report to Admin

By Concerned for our future Jul 17th 2008 at 7:56 am EDT

I knew it I knew it.

So many people in the media were going down hard on Obama. I knew they were doing it primarily because they too predicted it was going to be the dreatest month ever. many were throwing 30 mil around. I predicted 40 mil plus. I am so happy that I was off the mark and under estimated, but no way I would have believed the media or any prediction bellow 40 mil.

I am so happy that I am above avarage from the median donation. This month I will most likely add 300 dol.

I think we need to throw some to the DNC as well.
My birthday gift please please my birthday gift, a new president please please.

Re: Big News - Money Raised | Report to Admin

By Coracii - Counting The Days Until January 20th, 2009 Jul 17th 2008 at 8:51 am EDT

I'm in for another $250 this month, I donate $50 every Thursday, but since the 31st on Wednesday the last donation will be a day early. And, before anyone asks, sorry I've already put my donation in through the Denver fundraising challenge. Have to try and get backstage....

Re: Big News - Money Raised | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 6:45 am EDT

4 donors needed.

4...3...2...1...

4 donors to go to 100!!

Link

I've been working so hard.

Voter registration. Obama events. Organizing people. Motivating campaign work. Training sessions. Phone banking. Fundraising events. Selling Obama buttons. Media, TV, Radio.

Helping people around the world. Promoting Obama.

Link

I am hoping to get 4 more donors to my page!!!!!!

Re: Big News - Money Raised | Report to Admin

By Robert from Brooklyn Jul 17th 2008 at 6:51 am EDT

June numbers just came in

52 million dollars raised in June. Can we beat that this month?

"In your face!!!"

Re: Big News - Money Raised | Report to Admin

By Marcus C Jul 17th 2008 at 7:00 am EDT

More Like

SCOREBOARD!!!!

Re: Big News - Money Raised | Report to Admin

By Concerned for our future Jul 17th 2008 at 7:57 am EDT

We must.

This thing is extremely expensive.

52 million | Report to Admin

By Amy, Bethesda, Md. Jul 17th 2008 at 6:50 am EDT

Just announced, we raised 52 million in June!

Re: 52 million | Report to Admin

By Judy R. Jul 17th 2008 at 6:52 am EDT

Guess I know what MSM show you're watching...and me too...tho I hate to admit it.

Re: 52 million | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 6:55 am EDT

hey! I announced it at the same time they did.

They got that figure just when I did! ;-)

$52 Million for June!!! | Report to Admin

By Judy R. Jul 17th 2008 at 6:50 am EDT

Just announced: The O Campaign raised $52 million for June, average donation of $68. So much for slowing donations!

So...how about dropping a fiver in my fundraiser for this good news!

Link

Re: $52 Million for June!!! | Report to Admin

By Steve Jul 17th 2008 at 6:52 am EDT

Sounds good to me :)

Great Fundraising Numbers | Report to Admin

By ♋Tanner♋ Jul 17th 2008 at 6:52 am EDT

I just heard on Morning Joe that the Obama campaign raised $52 million for the month of June.

Great work everybody!! Let's keep it up.

Re: Great Fundraising Numbers | Report to Admin

By ♋Tanner♋ Jul 17th 2008 at 6:55 am EDT

I admit I was getting worried. People were trying to blackmail the campaign for not getting their way. I am so glad we are stronger than any blackmail tactics!!

OBAMA '08

Re: Great Fundraising Numbers | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 6:59 am EDT

4 donors needed.

4...3...2...1...

4 donors to go to 100!!

Link

I've been working so hard.

Voter registration. Obama events. Organizing people. Motivating campaign work. Training sessions. Phone banking. Fundraising events. Selling Obama buttons. Media, TV, Radio.

Helping people around the world. Promoting Obama.

Link

I am hoping to get 4 more donors to my page!!!!!!

Re: Great Fundraising Numbers | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 7:23 am EDT

I wouldn't call it blackmail. People give to campaigns when they believe in candidates and people don't give when they don't believe. This isn't blackmail. This is politics as it always is. There are definitely some people who did not give for various reasons but it is not blackmail. Blackmail is actually a specific crime and it is never a crime to state the conditions required for someone to give their money to a political candidate, no more than it is a crime to state the conditions to exchange your money for anything.

Re: Great Fundraising Numbers | Report to Admin

By Marcus C Jul 17th 2008 at 6:58 am EDT

Just heard that the good news also of $52 Million.

TAKE THAT JOHN MCCAIN AND THE GOP!!!!!

Re: Great Fundraising Numbers | Report to Admin

By Marcus C Jul 17th 2008 at 7:05 am EDT

Based on the average of $68 per donation. That comes out to be about 764,705 donors. I know that is not an accurate number (of the total donors for June) but the average dollar donation came from less than half of the 1.8 Million Obama Donors.

Re: Great Fundraising Numbers | Report to Admin

By Concerned for our future Jul 17th 2008 at 8:02 am EDT

Hey hey hey.

I kept on giving even when I oppose FISA. FISA I opposed not BO. I am keeping faith that he will revist the issue.

Re: Great Fundraising Numbers | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 7:03 am EDT

I can't wait until Obama's Birthday August 4th! That WILL be a record in itself!

In the meantime... It's been a month since I've received a donation. I've tried jokes, stories and pics...nothing. :( Buuttt I ain't giving up dang it! :D

Link

Re: Great Fundraising Numbers | Report to Admin

By Judy R. Jul 17th 2008 at 7:08 am EDT

Sooo...I broke the fast for you. Perhaps others will chip in too.

Re: Great Fundraising Numbers | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 7:15 am EDT

YYYYEEEEEEAAAAAAAA!!!! Oh, thank YOU SO much! You have just put the blessings of goodness and hope back right quick into my spirits! GoooOOOOBAMA!!!!

THANK YOU SO MUCH!

WHOOOO HOOOOOOO! | Report to Admin

By Cheryl from Boston Feels the Gift Jul 17th 2008 at 7:03 am EDT

Guess Where Barack Is Spending His Birthday!!!

Yessir! Right here in Beantown! Yesss, and I am going to that party! ---well I will, crash it if I have to! (I was recouping from tibia surgery last time he was in Boston...whaa)

Anyone at this hour have more info...! I am trying to water garden, introduce new ferel kitten to home, clean up and get ready for work, but I want to know all the details of BO's birthday trip to Boston...Yes, yes, and yes.

Oh, and here let's keep this going forward and get your BO-Marks here. I will make a Birthday one in a day or two and if you donate today you will get that one too!

Link

Re: WHOOOO HOOOOOOO! | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 7:54 am EDT

Okay, can I say I'm jealous?! I'm very happy for you but why can't Obama just be everywhere we want him to be? lol

I bet I know what one of his wishes will be! :D

I'm going to light a Birthday candle and make a wish for him that day!

Re: WHOOOO HOOOOOOO! | Report to Admin

By Cheryl from Boston Feels the Gift Jul 17th 2008 at 9:10 am EDT

I know! I have been jealous all season!

But now, I am going to celebrate the whole day while he is here...I've got to find the venue first..anyone know?!

Obama for America | Report to Admin

By Strong Heart Jul 17th 2008 at 7:07 am EDT

We must rise and raise the heavy-hearted...

Early Morning Fundraising | Report to Admin

By Marcus C Jul 17th 2008 at 7:10 am EDT

It is 407AM PST.

I have gone 2 days without a donation to my FR page.

Could you be so kind and donate to my FR page?

Link

Re: Early Morning Fundraising | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 7:22 am EDT

Marcus, just sent you an o-mail.

Carole

Re: Early Morning Fundraising | Report to Admin

By Marcus C Jul 17th 2008 at 7:30 am EDT

checking your 0-mail

Re: Early Morning Fundraising | Report to Admin

By Toshi Jul 17th 2008 at 9:37 am EDT

Put in $125.00. Good luck.

Re: Early Morning Fundraising | Report to Admin

By Marcus C Jul 17th 2008 at 10:11 am EDT

THANK YOU.

I Work up to the $52 Million News and than "passed out" shortly after my request for fundraising.

I just woke up to and saw my FR page with $125 donated.

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU.

SUSA POLLS FOR NC | Report to Admin

By essexobamania Jul 17th 2008 at 7:14 am EDT

The latest SUSA polls for NC show McSame ahead by 5%.Just a quick look at the details raises some questions?

1 The polls assumes that both Barr and Nader will receive 3% only whereas Zogby latest shows that Barr alone is likely to get 6%. What is the likely impact of Barr in NC?

2 The polls also assume that McSame will do better on the economy than BO.This contradicts most state and national polls? Are NC people living in Mars? I don't think so.Not when McSame has publicly admitted that economy is not his strong area.

I would love to hear from North Carolinians.

Re: SUSA POLLS FOR NC | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 7:49 am EDT

Hi, I don't understand some of this either. There is an article yesterday giving stats on perceptions of the race issue, and to what I've read, all the figures seem wrong.

Maybe you can't believe these polls after all?

Carole

LETS CELEBRATE! | Report to Admin

By Doreen D IOWA Jul 17th 2008 at 7:16 am EDT

Please help me celebrate today, I haven't had anyone help me in a month or so. I just donated. Help me please- its all for us!

Link

Re: LETS CELEBRATE! | Report to Admin

By Concerned for our future Jul 17th 2008 at 7:26 am EDT

Television is causing me to believe that we are all living in the bizzaro world, that the so call normal world is no longer a reality.

OBAMA RAISES 52 MILLION IN JUNE!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Me Jul 17th 2008 at 7:22 am EDT

The campaign also says that the Obama campaign and the DNC combined have $72 million cash on hand.

The average donation last month was $68.

LETS GO FOR 100 MILLION IN JULY. I ALREADY DONATED $100 TO OBAMA AND $100 TO THE DNC, WHO WANTS TO JOIN ME???

Yes We can and Yes We Will!!!

Re: OBAMA RAISES 52 MILLION IN JUNE!!!!! | Report to Admin

By Doreen D IOWA Jul 17th 2008 at 7:28 am EDT

I just heard, Obama camp has 52 mil on hand plus the 52 mil just raised. I am unsure what the DNC has, last I heard 4 mil.

SUSA POLLS FOR NC | Report to Admin

By essexobamania Jul 17th 2008 at 7:25 am EDT

The latest SUSA polls for NC show McSame ahead by 5%.Just a quick look at the details raises some questions?

1 The polls assumes that both Barr and Nader will receive 3% only whereas Zogby latest shows that Barr alone is likely to get 6%. What is the likely impact of Barr in NC?

2 The polls also assume that McSame will do better on the economy than BO.This contradicts most state and national polls? Are NC people living in Mars? I don't think so.Not when McSame has publicly admitted that economy is not his strong area.

I would love to hear from North Carolinians.

Re: SUSA POLLS FOR NC | Report to Admin

By Recovering Whine-O Jul 17th 2008 at 8:28 am EDT

Essex,
understand this, NC is a blood-red state has been for awhile. Jesse Helms just died so hopefully the old dixiecrat way of thinking has died & been buried with him. We have to push in this state and get the unregistered signed-up. Hillary's campaign created a deep divide here, Bill went around on the back of a pick-up truck telling clusters of low-income whites that Senator Obama is an elitist!! The women for Hillary seem to be on board at least in my county, but I'm not sure about the whole state. We won the primary by 16 points, so there may still be some animosity from that demographic.
Kay Hagan, our senatorial candidate is really strong on the issues and has won in debates against Elizabeth Dole. Dole hasn't done very much for the state during her tenure and that may help some. Still she's got that name.
We do have military bases though, and I'm thinking the military may favor Obama in this election.
So I'm not worried about the 5%, I know we can counter that with the GOTV campaigns. The Repubs are running on issues of patriotism & immigration. Not surprising.
I haven't seen or heard much about Barr or Nader. So I can't speak to that, I just feel that folks are not tuned into Nadar and that Barr will take a few Republican votes.
I don't understand why the polls would think JSM would do better on the economy than Barack Obama. We are all aware of the bush/cheny policies that have lead to the worst "mental recession" in our minds in 30 years!! Our local farmers are suffering from last year's drought and this year's housing slump. So given all that we are dealing with this year, I'm hopeful that we will turn this state North Carolina Blue come November.

www.kayhagan.com

wow 52 million reasons$$$$$$$$ | Report to Admin

By Kwaku"THAT ONE!!"Benjamin Jul 17th 2008 at 7:25 am EDT

i can't beleieve it , i was almost in shock when i saw the numbers, i taught it was a joke. wow!!!! wow!!! thats all i can say.
Barack go get them, you are wonderful.
Thank you to all the donors, bloggers, you have made this possible. Now eat this MSM, right wing nuts who thought barack had bottomed out, wow!!

Re: Mika Brzezinski | Report to Admin

By Robert from Brooklyn Jul 17th 2008 at 7:35 am EDT

Damn!!! We are way to into Obama's campaign. They are all going to pile on BO regardless. The election is really Obama vs. Obama. McCain wil continue to get a pass.

They don't want to be accused of being in the tank for BO. They tend to pile on overmuch as a result.

Re: Mika Brzezinski | Report to Admin

By essexobamania Jul 17th 2008 at 8:13 am EDT

If some of these media people were corn seeds we would fry them and throw them into the ocean make sure they never grow again.

What a load of rubbish calling themselves journalists.

Re: Mika Brzezinski | Report to Admin

By essexobamania Jul 17th 2008 at 8:13 am EDT

If some of these media people were corn seeds we would fry them and throw them into the ocean make sure they never grow again.

What a load of rubbish calling themselves journalists.

US plans to station diplomats in Iran, today Guardian | Report to Admin

By Benissa Jul 17th 2008 at 7:32 am EDT

The US plans to establish a diplomatic presence in Tehran, Iran for the first time in 30 years. A remarkable turnaround by Bush's administration whom who accused Barack Obama couple months ago for appeasement for saying we need to engage diplomatic talk with Iran.
The story is in guardian's today front page. We need to spread this so I need keith Olbermann's email and ask all of you to visit guardian website and send the link to KO countdown.

Re: US plans to station diplomats in Iran, today Guardian | Report to Admin

By Robert from Brooklyn Jul 17th 2008 at 7:40 am EDT

You know, there are many positions that is being adopted by McCain and the administration of which BO proposed. They called him naive.
McCain thinks he has an edge in foreign policy but I think BO's campaign is laying a trap for him. I see it coming. He will win this debate. I'm surprised that the GOP doesn't see it. This leadership thing is easy for BO.

Re: US plans to station diplomats in Iran, today Guardian | Report to Admin

By Debbie UK Jul 17th 2008 at 7:41 am EDT

Maybe I'm getting too cynical but I smell a rat here. Are the rethugs planting their own buddies there before Bo gets a chance to.

It would mean they could interfere and hobble BO's diplomatic plans for Iran Just a thought. Maybe BO can replace the diplomats when he gets to the WH.

Re: US plans to station diplomats in Iran, today Guardian | Report to Admin

By Concerned for our future Jul 17th 2008 at 8:06 am EDT

Maccain't is demented and Bush is dumb.

We are living in the bizzaro world.
That is the cause of our mental recession.

Re: US plans to station diplomats in Iran, today Guardian | Report to Admin

By Concerned for our future Jul 17th 2008 at 7:45 am EDT

Bush is the president of the bizzaro world and Maccain't is seeking that position. We need to elect Obama so that we can kick our heels and return to the "normal" planet, where dip;omacy is the first, not the last option.

Much has changed and really really fast ever since Iran fired up those little missiles.

Good Day!!!! | Report to Admin

By Brian from Munich Jul 17th 2008 at 7:35 am EDT

$52 million raised in June AND

just took the day off to go see the next President of the USA make his big European Debut in Berlin next Thursday! He is going to get such a huge welcome in Berlin. It is going to be amazing. He is going to be welcomed with open arms. When was the last time Bush was welcome anywhere without thousands of people protesting agaist him?? The USA and the world need an Obama presidency!

Re: Good Day!!!! | Report to Admin

By Concerned for our future Jul 17th 2008 at 7:39 am EDT

My sister told me that when Bush went to Brazil, they needed all kinds of crowd control from the airport to wherever he visited and stayed. The protests were massive.

Don't forget my birthday | Report to Admin

By Concerned for our future Jul 17th 2008 at 7:36 am EDT

My birthday will be on November 3rd. I asked you and i will do it again. Please please give me a new president. My is all worn out and debunked. He is really not supposed to have been elected, and now is really supposed to be impeached, but I am living in the bizzaro world.
Please contribute to my FR. For each 5 dol you help me raise, I will turn around and donate right back to your page, until my total donations get to be 200 dol. I will then on my own donate another 200 to my page after that.
C'on and help an old lady!

No Pay Gap??? | Report to Admin

By VA Grammy "Hussein" Working For A Better Future for my Grandchildren Jul 17th 2008 at 7:36 am EDT

Guess what we women have another mental problem I guess with what we think we have actually seen in our lives. HA! Wash. Times falsely asserted "occupation, experience, seniority, education and hours worked" are "ignored by those citing the wage gap"

Summary: In an editorial about the pay gap between male and female workers, The Washington Times falsely asserted that "the relevant factors that affect pay -- occupation, experience, seniority, education and hours worked -- are ignored by those citing the wage gap." The editorial also asserted that "women tend to place a higher priority on flexibility and personal fulfillment" than on higher pay. In fact, a GAO study found that a pay gap persists even when controlling for work experience, seniority, education, industry, occupation, race, marital status, and job tenure.

Re: No Pay Gap??? | Report to Admin

By VA Grammy "Hussein" Working For A Better Future for my Grandchildren Jul 17th 2008 at 7:38 am EDT

Link for above
Link

DONATIONS- DNC | Report to Admin

By Arnaud Jul 17th 2008 at 7:43 am EDT

The numbers is good but the DNC is always behind RNC by big numbers.

They sleep? Where are the donors for the DNC?

We need the DNC. Mcshame has the RNC with him.

Now we need continuing because this month will be certainly less than June.

Re: DONATIONS- DNC | Report to Admin

By Renee - It's A New Day Jul 17th 2008 at 7:54 am EDT

Remember, PAC money is the big $$$$ for the Republicans. We don't take PAC money. Obama is doing fine.

Re: DONATIONS- DNC | Report to Admin

By ***Yvette in DE Standing for Change with Obama-Biden*** Jul 17th 2008 at 7:59 am EDT

Good point!

DONATIONS- DNC | Report to Admin

By Arnaud Jul 17th 2008 at 7:43 am EDT

The numbers is good but the DNC is always behind RNC by big numbers.

They sleep? Where are the donors for the DNC?

We need the DNC. Mcshame has the RNC with him.

Now we need continuing because this month will be certainly less than June.

Re: DONATIONS- DNC | Report to Admin

By Arnaud Jul 17th 2008 at 7:47 am EDT

I speak for the BIG donors from the DNC.

The DNC has no big donors?

Re: DONATIONS- DNC | Report to Admin

By Von from Omaha Jul 17th 2008 at 7:53 am EDT

DNC is always behind because democrats tend to give more to the dscc and the dccc than do republicans to their equivalent organizations. That means the dnc has to give alot less to get dems elected to the house and senate than the RNC does so it all evens out.

Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By rich Jul 17th 2008 at 7:47 am EDT

The CM got excited about McCain raising $ 22 million for June (besting Obama's 21.9 million take for May).

Well, the June numbers just came out for Obama:

Link

Obama raised $52 mln in June

6 minutes ago

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama raised $52 million in June, the campaign said on Thursday, a jump from last month and more than double the $22 million raised by his Republican rival John McCain.

In an e-mail to supporters, campaign manager David Plouffe said the Obama campaign raised the funds with an average donation of $68. The Obama campaign and the Democratic National Committee have a combined total of $72 million in the bank, Plouffe said

...

The June figure was just shy of Obama's best fundraising month in February when he took in $55 million. His fundraising slowed to $21.9 million in May, down from just over $30 million in April.

But Plouffe said that McCain and the Republican National Committee still have a huge cash advantage, with nearly $100 million in the bank at the end of June.

"We have developed a strategy -- a very aggressive strategy -- that will only work if our millions of supporters continue to contribute their time and their money," Plouffe wrote.

Some political analysts had questioned whether Obama's fundraising ability had ebbed, since his monthly numbers had been dropping.

But last week a top aide refuted a Wall Street Journal article that quoted people close to the Obama campaign as saying his total contributions in June would likely be just over $30 million.

Obama has smashed all records for fundraising during the long presidential campaign, partly because of his success in using the Internet to bring in contributions from small donors.

...

Re: Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By Tracy in CT Jul 17th 2008 at 7:53 am EDT

$52 million!!!! That is what I am talking about!!!! WOOOO HOOO!!! (I have not even had coffee yet)

WOW! Can't wait for the next money bomb party to pump up those July #'s!!!!!!

Re: Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By ***Yvette in DE Standing for Change with Obama-Biden*** Jul 17th 2008 at 7:58 am EDT

That's awesome!!!
Hopefully July will be even better.

Re: Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By Anthony in N.C. Jul 17th 2008 at 7:59 am EDT

This is a good indication of how supportive people are of this candidate and a deep desire to change the direction of this country. We have to make July even better month than June. It is too much at stake to keep the same people and policies in place and expect a different result. Americans need to wake up and start sending a message through these polls that we are tired of the mess in Washington, D.C. and want to see solutions to our problems.

The Obama Family is great.

Re: Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By Recovering Whine-O Jul 17th 2008 at 8:01 am EDT

Hey Homefolks,
Yes, we are great! Because of peeps like you and your family. Stay strong, press on.

Re: Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By Recovering Whine-O Jul 17th 2008 at 7:59 am EDT

Good Morning Tracy,

Here's a cup'a java for ya, c(_)
How 'bout them numbers, huh?
I knew my sacrifices would not be in vain.
I salute you O-Nation, job well done.
WOOOO HOOO!!!

Re: Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 8:08 am EDT

Drinking coffee in London with you.

Good American coffee, from Greenwich Village that somebody nice brought me back.

Fresh roasted, nice!

Re: Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By Tracy in CT Jul 17th 2008 at 8:10 am EDT

Good morning Valarie!!! Thanks for that cup of java!!!!

Re: Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By Recovering Whine-O Jul 17th 2008 at 8:32 am EDT

You're welcome Boo!
O-Nation, y'all need to stop by Tracy's FR page and check out her little cuties!!

Link

Bet y'all can't resist making a donation after that!!

Re: Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Jul 17th 2008 at 8:18 am EDT

I just woke up and heard the news! woohoo! I can't believe thought that Chuck Todd is trying to brush our number off. He is talking about 52 million is alright but its what Obama has to raise since he opted out of public funding. In your face MSM. All of those false stories about low fundraising. That is why our campaign said they were way off the mark! Ready for Friday night's money bomb party. Fired up and ready to donate!

Re: Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By Roselen Hope Jul 17th 2008 at 8:04 am EDT

Tremendous, Richard from Mansfield, MA.

I wanted to sign off with GOOD NEWS, and you surely have brought it.

Cheers from CA at 5:00am PDT

Re: Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By Obama Is The Best President Ever 2012-2016(Formerly Known As Professor Xavier) Jul 17th 2008 at 8:12 am EDT

That is excellent news.
:-)
Fantabulus......

Re: Obama's June fundraised numbers | Report to Admin

By Rachel, VA. Nobel peace prize laureate, PBO, 2012 :) Jul 17th 2008 at 8:14 am EDT

June is truly impressive.

As David said, McSame and the RNC have nearly $30k more money than Sen. Obama and the DNC.

Let's make July an even more impressive month. Sen. Obama is counting on us!!!!

DONATE, DONATE, DONATE...

Re: does obama | Report to Admin

By Karen from Vt Jul 17th 2008 at 8:04 am EDT

Good morning! Great numbers for June!

Re: does obama | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 8:05 am EDT

Haven't heard that but if he does I assume it would be to pack and spend one day with his beautiful family before he leaves.

Re: does obama | Report to Admin

By ***Yvette in DE Standing for Change with Obama-Biden*** Jul 17th 2008 at 8:12 am EDT

When does he leave for the trip?

Re: does obama | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 8:24 am EDT

I believe Fri.(tomorrow).

Re: does obama | Report to Admin

By ***Yvette in DE Standing for Change with Obama-Biden*** Jul 17th 2008 at 8:27 am EDT

Cool. Very excited!

Re: does obama | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 8:40 am EDT

Yes, it is going to be REALLY impressive! McSpoof if going to be forgotten by the media on this trip!

This person didn't sound like they knew much more than we do but here it is anyway:

Link

Re: does obama | Report to Admin

By Tracy in CT Jul 17th 2008 at 8:11 am EDT

If so, good for him.....

Re: does obama | Report to Admin

By Roselen Hope Jul 17th 2008 at 8:17 am EDT

Jo Jo, I wish I understood your question.

Really?

My comment to Senator Barack Obama would be, "You are a powerhouse. You're on 8 days a week when a week consists of just 7 days on everyone else's schedules."

I should have signed off as I intended on the great news posted by Richard of MA.

Indeed, I am signing off in CA now at 5:10am PDT

Hope

Re: does obama | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 8:26 am EDT

Me too! And that goes for the tv spin box too!

Donations | Report to Admin

By Arnaud Jul 17th 2008 at 8:08 am EDT

We need continuing because we need more money than mcshame.

We have more staffers and more offices in states and this costs more money and we need more tv ad than now.

Link

If this graphic is accurate, we have only 25.000 donations since july 4th.

DONATE!!!

Donations | Report to Admin

By Arnaud Jul 17th 2008 at 8:08 am EDT

We need continuing because we need more money than mcshame.

We have more staffers and more offices in states and this costs more money and we need more tv ad than now.

Link

If this graphic is accurate, we have only 25.000 donations since july 4th.

DONATE!!!

Big News - Money Raised | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 8:10 am EDT

In the below email to supporters this morning, campaign manager David Plouffe announced that the Obama campaign raised a total of $52 million in the month of June with an average donation of just $68. Combined, the Obama campaign and the DNC have a total of nearly $72 million cash on hand.

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: David Plouffe, BarackObama.com
Date: Thu, Jul 17, 2008
Subject: June Numbers

Friend --

We have some big news we want to share with you.

Because of your generosity and commitment, we're reporting to the press today that this campaign is in a very strong financial position.

In the month of June, supporters like you helped raise $52 million.

But more impressive than the number is how you did it. Hundreds of thousands of ordinary people contributed to building our campaign for change. Many were first-time donors, giving only what they could afford -- and the average donation was just $68.

You continue to prove what ordinary Americans committed to change can accomplish, despite the Washington lobbyists and special interest PACs funding so much of our opponents' campaign.

But we can't stop now.

It's going to take everything we've got to defeat John McCain and the Republican National Committee in November. And we can't do it without your continued support.

Can you make a donation of $25 now to strengthen our movement for change?

Link

Re: Big News - Money Raised | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 8:11 am EDT

I also wanted to share with you another promising piece of news.

The Obama campaign and the DNC ended June with a combined total of nearly $72 million in the bank. It's a healthy number. But McCain and the RNC together still have a huge cash advantage, and we need your help to close the gap.

As I mentioned in my video message to you earlier in the week, we're facing a Republican machine with unprecedented resources at its disposal. The McCain campaign and the Republican National Committee finished June with nearly $100 million in the bank.

Our campaign does not accept donations from Washington lobbyists and special interest PACs, and neither does the Democratic National Committee. But John McCain and the RNC have no such standards.

Along with the vast amounts of unregulated money being raised by shadowy outside groups, there's no telling how much they'll spend running attack ads.

We must work together and fight back against their efforts.

Please make a donation of $25 now:

Link

I know this isn't the first time we've asked you for money, and it won't be the last.

We have developed a strategy -- a very aggressive strategy -- that will only work if our millions of supporters continue to contribute their time and their money.

We are now on the air with TV ads in 18 states -- including 14 that George W. Bush carried in the 2004 election. And in each one we're also building extensive grassroots field organizations.

It's all part of our strategy to spread Barack's positive message and compete in all 50 states.

That strategy will work, and it has to. The stakes are too high and the need for change too great. We are thrilled to be on this journey with you and thank you for all you have done so far. But victory is only possible with your continued help.

Please give $25 now:

Link

We can't do this without you.

Thanks,

David

David Plouffe
Campaign Manager
Obama for America

Re: Big News - Money Raised | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 8:11 am EDT

4 donors needed.

4...3...2...1...

4 donors to go to 100!!

Link

I've been working so hard.

Voter registration. Obama events. Organizing people. Motivating campaign work. Training sessions. Phone banking. Fundraising events. Selling Obama buttons. Media, TV, Radio.

Helping people around the world. Promoting Obama.

Link

Re: Big News - Money Raised | Report to Admin

By Donna NH - Thank you my fellow Granite Staters! Yes we did! Jul 17th 2008 at 8:17 am EDT

52 million in June!

Awesome!! Great news. Thanks Carole.

But we can do better than that in July.

Don't we all want to go back stage at the convention? I know I do. I'll definitely be donating again soon!

Chuck Todd | Report to Admin

By Marcus C Jul 17th 2008 at 8:15 am EDT

Chuck "Fraud" on MSNBC just said Obama "barely" got $52 Million dollars in June!!!!

Re: Chuck Todd | Report to Admin

By Former Huckabee Supporter Observing the Obama Blog With Great Admiration !!! Jul 17th 2008 at 8:17 am EDT

You are kidding. They will find anyway to spin this won't they?

Re: Chuck Todd | Report to Admin

By Marcus C Jul 17th 2008 at 8:18 am EDT

Isn't $52 Million the best month ever for us??

Re: Chuck Todd | Report to Admin

By Tracy in CT Jul 17th 2008 at 8:22 am EDT

No, I believe we raised $55 million one month....

Re: Chuck Todd | Report to Admin

By Standing Firm for President Obama Jul 17th 2008 at 8:23 am EDT

2nd best month. We raised $55m in Feb.

Re: Chuck Todd | Report to Admin

By Tracy in CT Jul 17th 2008 at 8:17 am EDT

Barely???? LOL!!! Let's shut him and the rest of those jokers up by barely raising $60 million in July!!!

Re: Chuck Todd | Report to Admin

By SMraleigh Jul 17th 2008 at 8:27 am EDT

Then everyone can just shut up that he is flip flopping on campaign finance! If his numbers are "BELOW" public level, then I guess he is winning with LESS than the other side!

Drama: He pledged to accept public financing, but now that he is out raising McCain, he has flip flopped!
New Drama: He hasn't raised enough money!

WHATEVER Mr. Todd.

Re: Chuck Todd | Report to Admin

By Former Huckabee Supporter Observing the Obama Blog With Great Admiration !!! Jul 17th 2008 at 8:31 am EDT

Chuck Todd is now an official A-Hole. If I weren't a Christian, I'd ...

Re: Chuck Todd | Report to Admin

By A Rebirth Jul 17th 2008 at 9:01 am EDT

= D

Re: Chuck Todd | Report to Admin

By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Jul 17th 2008 at 8:58 am EDT

Chuck Todd can take his scruddy looking goatee or whatever that thing is on his face and shove it up his A-hole.

F#$k THEM ALL.

They know once the debates start this election will REALLY BE OVER. How are they going to defend McBush after he looks like a freaking fool i front of the world at the debates? They will try, but they can only go so far.

I'm sending Chuck Todd a little note, remonding him of what a freaking HACK he is.

msnbc PUKE! | Report to Admin

By Mr. NOBEL President Obama & Vice-President Biden I Trust and RESPECT! Jul 17th 2008 at 8:17 am EDT

As always msnbc is making want to puke with their complete b.s.!!!

I know... turn it off!

Re: msnbc PUKE! | Report to Admin

By ***Yvette in DE Standing for Change with Obama-Biden*** Jul 17th 2008 at 8:19 am EDT

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZ

Re: The Chuck Todd Dump | Report to Admin

By ISACK ENABLE Jul 17th 2008 at 8:21 am EDT

What we raised 52 millions?????

F*&*&*^ Foreget Chuch TOAD! , CHRIS "w're mccain's base" matthews, MSNBC, CNN,FOX.

FORGET THEM ALL!!! We raise 52 mill???????

Re: The Chuck Todd Dump | Report to Admin

By FREDA Jul 17th 2008 at 8:21 am EDT

send the media an email....he should disclose that his wife works for "you know who" cannot say him name

Re: The Chuck Todd Dump | Report to Admin

By Marcus C Jul 17th 2008 at 8:22 am EDT

Hope You Noticed Chuck Dodge The McCain "Viagra" Question As Well.

The Only Thing Chuck Is Good At Is Adding Up Delegates/Electoral Numbers.

He Should Go On A Hiatus Until November.

Re: The Chuck Todd Dump | Report to Admin

By ***Yvette in DE Standing for Change with Obama-Biden*** Jul 17th 2008 at 8:24 am EDT

LOL

Re: The Chuck Todd Dump | Report to Admin

By Marcus C Jul 17th 2008 at 8:23 am EDT

Hope You Noticed Chuck Dodge The McCain "Viagra" Question As Well.

The Only Thing Chuck Is Good At Is Adding Up Delegates/Electoral Numbers.

He Should Go On A Hiatus Until November.

Re: The Chuck Todd Dump | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Jul 17th 2008 at 8:25 am EDT

Isaac I just watched that. I have not seen any MSM for over a week now but I had the tv on MSNBC since I watched Keith last night. Todd is a jerk. He also said that Barack Obama is not "personable." He does not show that he feels others pain. I could not believe my ears. He also said that Barack Obama does not hug individuals at townhalls and leaves people asking who is he. I emailed Chuck Todd. Now instead of a good morning I am already agitated. We are da%%ed if we do and da##ed if we don't. If our fundraising number would have been lower they would have trashed us. It is a very good number yet it is still brushed off as not that much.

Re: The Chuck Todd Dump | Report to Admin

By Former Huckabee Supporter Observing the Obama Blog With Great Admiration !!! Jul 17th 2008 at 8:29 am EDT

What an A-Hole. Man if I weren't a Christian I'd ...

Re: The Chuck Todd Dump | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 8:31 am EDT

Watching MSM in the morning can't be good for your health.

Re: The Chuck Todd Dump | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 8:26 am EDT

Well if my wife worked for McCain I certainly wouldn't tell anyone either, especially on TV.

Re: The Chuck Todd Dump | Report to Admin

By Benissa Jul 17th 2008 at 8:33 am EDT

I don't understand why on earth would you give your valuable time to this idiot at the first place? The guy knows nothing neither about politics nor future.Instead of watching him spend some time here and do blogging. The only tv/radio show I care to watch/listen = KO, Jack Cafferty, Ed Schults,Stephannie Miller and Rachel Maddaw. Won't spend a minute watching or listening any.

Re: The Chuck Todd Dump | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 8:48 am EDT

I always find it interesting to read about people watching MSM. Everyone complains and then does it over again. It reminds me of when I used to smoke cigarettes. I always knew it was bad for me but I kept on doing it. I'm glad I've kicked both habits.

Re: The Chuck Todd Dump | Report to Admin

By Sandra in PA, blogging here since day one and volunteering for BO since he announced his candidacy Feb. 10, '07 Jul 17th 2008 at 8:39 am EDT

Unbelievable. And all week in the MSM, on the blogs e.g. HuffPo, "journalists" discussing David P's video/fundraising request, claiming it's proof of O's "$$$ woes," saying his small donor base has deserted him due to FISA, "flip flops."

As per HuffPo; a HC stalwart:
"Obama Campaign Manager Airs Cash Woes in Video." Link

So now when he/we shut them up with this staggering number (or so one would think) they raise the bar again. Barely raised enough? LOL These people are pathetic and SO transparent. You can bet your bottom donated dollar, had we raised 30, or even 40, it would be the story of the weekend, "Obama bottoms out." Unreal.

That Is Why | Report to Admin

By Jeri, from Denver CO. Jul 17th 2008 at 9:18 am EDT

That's exactly why we should not believe or repeat what is said on Huffington Post. It's a tabloid nothing more. You just have to look at the layout to see.
Double, double toil and trouble is what you get from Tabloid Journalism.
_____
Thanks to everyone that donated.

Obama for America | Report to Admin

By rich Jul 17th 2008 at 8:19 am EDT

If anyone here wants to join, here's a great brand new group (starting their 6th day) called Obama for America --

Link

Obama for America (a group underneath the DFA, ie. Democracy for America, umbrella)

has 291 members so far

Re: evan bayh | Report to Admin

By Marcus C Jul 17th 2008 at 8:26 am EDT

Yeah Americans Should Vote For The Candidate That Makes Fun Of Himself. That's going to end the war in Iraq, Give Me better healthcare, and help the economy.

One Day Soon McCain is going to finally be exposed.

Re: evan bayh | Report to Admin

By Recovering Whine-O Jul 17th 2008 at 8:42 am EDT

Spare us the exposure of JSM, I've already seen enough!
Can't Joe Scarface recognize that every time he makes statements like "Obama doesn't have a funnybone!" it makes him and his cohorts look & sound foolish?! We've had a big joke in the White House lo' these 7.5 years and it hasn't been the least bit funny. I don't need a president who tells jokes, I demand one that tells the truth.

Besides every time JSM laughs or smiles and shows those crusty teeth, I get the heebie-jeebies. Good God, Cindy's a multi-millionaire, you'd think she could afford to treat him to a dental cleaning or at this point new-age veneers! Ha.!

No Senator Obama is funny enough, we'll leave the straight clowning to bush, who btw needs to be impeached for treason, war crimes & cover ups!!

Re: evan bayh | Report to Admin

By A Rebirth Jul 17th 2008 at 8:30 am EDT

JS is the quintessential JA, AH and biased punk! (and that's putting it mildly, my Peeps!) ;-P

Re: evan bayh | Report to Admin

By In Obama I trust Jul 17th 2008 at 8:40 am EDT

I guess Joe thinks McCain's bomb, bomb. bomb Iran joke and selling Iranians cigarettes as a way to kill them jokes are funny. Disgusting.

McCain Flip-Flops | Report to Admin

By happy idiot Jul 17th 2008 at 8:23 am EDT

Check out this link for a list of 64 McCain Flip-Flops!

Link

Re: McCain Flip-Flops | Report to Admin

By ***Yvette in DE Standing for Change with Obama-Biden*** Jul 17th 2008 at 8:35 am EDT

That's a very long list. =)

4 to go! donate donate | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 8:24 am EDT

4 donors needed.

4...3...2...1...

4 donors to go to 100!!

Link

I've been working so hard.

Voter registration. Obama events. Organizing people. Motivating campaign work. Training sessions. Phone banking. Fundraising events. Selling Obama buttons. Media, TV, Radio.

Helping people around the world. Promoting Obama.

Link

I am hoping to get 4 more donors to my page!!!!!!

52 Million in June!!!! | Report to Admin

By My 5 yr old knows Taekwondo Jul 17th 2008 at 8:26 am EDT

Wow.

Re: 52 Million in June!!!! | Report to Admin

By ISACK ENABLE Jul 17th 2008 at 8:33 am EDT

I knOW BEST NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Re: 52 Million in June!!!! | Report to Admin

By Obamamaniac Jim B - Don't stand in the doorway - Don't block up the hall Jul 17th 2008 at 8:39 am EDT

Let's do 104 in July

Re: 52 Million in June!!!! | Report to Admin

By A Rebirth Jul 17th 2008 at 8:51 am EDT

:-]

RNC chariman says birth control is "not an important issues!" | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Jul 17th 2008 at 8:33 am EDT

Yesterday when David Shuster asked the RNC chairman about Viagra gate the RNC chairman said that they are focusing on issues that "Americans care about and think are important." He went on to say that they are not going to focus on "one" issue that effects a certain group of people but all Americans. That was a BS answer. I hope women were listening. Basically the GOP feel that having birth control covered is not an important issue and that they will not focus on women's issues because Americans are not concerned with that. I can't believe those people. Why is McCain holding townhall meetings for women then? Once again McCain and cronies are out of touch.

Everyone will love this! | Report to Admin

By Australian Helen Jul 17th 2008 at 8:33 am EDT

Jeff Danzigar's cartoon on the New Yorker cover! Don't McShrub look good in a nightshirt!!!

Link

OBAMA 09

step right up to the Magical Mystery Tour ... | Report to Admin

By rich Jul 17th 2008 at 8:36 am EDT

... Howard Dean on the road for the next five weeks (in an Obama bus stenciled with the logo and with Link starting in approx an hour in Crawford, Texas.

Kudos to Dean for all the work he is doing to help get Obama elected:

Link

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Link

DNC Chairman Howard Dean Speaks in Crawford

Posted: July 16, 2008 11:48 AM EDT

CRAWFORD - Chairman of the Democratic National Committee, Governor Howard Dean, will speak at 9 a.m. July 17th at the Crawford Community Center.

Governor Dean will arrive by bus at 9 a.m. and speak in the Community Center parking lot as part of a National Voter Registration drive

...

The Crawford Community Center is located at 999 E. 4th St. in Crawford.

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Link

...

Dean will ride in to President Bush's hometown of Crawford on an eye-catching bus wrapped in the red, white and blue of presidential candidate Barack Obama's campaign logo. Dean says he's focusing on winning over people who are struggling economically.

Re: Outing Political Pundits | Report to Admin

By YESWECANMOM Jul 17th 2008 at 8:55 am EDT

What even more amazing is that the Obama camp by their actions have never intended to put Hilliary on as VP. Why the pundits keep bringing it up is a wonder. Many are still in denial.

Jimmy Carter said putting Hilliary as VP would be a very bad mistake in judgement. I agree. Maybe that's why the pundits want him to do it. They want him to loose credibility with his core. supporters by putting her on the ticket.

(Sorry Hilliary supporters but that is my take on this issue)

Re: Outing Political Pundits | Report to Admin

By Debbie for Obama/Biden Thank You Jesus! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:29 am EDT

Good points Lanita!!

NBLB | Report to Admin

By NgengerNusa Jul 17th 2008 at 8:40 am EDT

New thread up Link

June Money Raised Reported...WOW!!! | Report to Admin

By Ms. "Call Me Sweetie Anytime" B Jul 17th 2008 at 8:45 am EDT

Obama camp says it raised $52 million in June
Total is more than double the $22 million raised by Republican rival McCain

Re: June Money Raised Reported...WOW!!! | Report to Admin

By Ms. "Call Me Sweetie Anytime" B Jul 17th 2008 at 8:48 am EDT

Here's the link

Link

Re: June Money Raised Reported...WOW!!! | Report to Admin

By Theresa in Maine Jul 17th 2008 at 8:56 am EDT

ABSOLUTE WOW WOW WOW WOW

What the hell was the pundits yapping about that we were in money trouble? Do these people have a grip on reality? I don't think so half the time. They seem to be a bunch of morons.

I still have a tendency to believe the lies I'm fed by the MSM and was a little worried.

Re: June Money Raised Reported...WOW!!! | Report to Admin

By mgs Jul 17th 2008 at 10:55 am EDT

Yipee!! 52 million! As usual the pundits don't know what they are talking about. Let's keep up the good work. I am helping to register voters in Pa. this weekend. Go Team!

52 MILLION IN JUNE!!!! | Report to Admin

By Jessica_"I am completely in love with Keith Olbermann"_in_IOWA Jul 17th 2008 at 8:48 am EDT

52 MILLION IN JUNE!!!!!!

Link

WHOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOO!!!

EAT THAT MCBUSH!!!!

And shove it where the sun don't shine MSM talking head MORONS that said we had "money trouble"

HAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHHAHAHAHH!!!!!

Way to go everyone!!!!!

WE ARE THE ONES WE HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR!!!!!

FIRED UP!!!!

Re: 52 MILLION IN JUNE!!!! | Report to Admin

By meta Jul 17th 2008 at 8:52 am EDT

WOWOWOWOWOW! I just saw the news!!!!!!!!!

WAY to go ONation!!!!!!!

Re: 52 MILLION IN JUNE!!!! | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 8:54 am EDT

okay! NOW LET'S DO IT FOR JULY!!

4 donors needed.

4...3...2...1...

4 donors to go to 100!!

Link

I've been working so hard.

Voter registration. Obama events. Organizing people. Motivating campaign work. Training sessions. Phone banking. Fundraising events. Selling Obama buttons. Media, TV, Radio.

Helping people around the world. Promoting Obama.

Link

I am hoping to get 4 more donors to my page!!!!!!

Re: www.registerforchange.com vote for change bus tour website | Report to Admin

By rich Jul 17th 2008 at 9:04 am EDT

Kudos to Howard Dean for helping Obama !

The John McC ain Poem! | Report to Admin

By The EQualizer Jul 17th 2008 at 8:57 am EDT

Link

UPDATED National Polls Summary:Obama versus McCain | Report to Admin

By The EQualizer Jul 17th 2008 at 9:01 am EDT

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Where will Obama be today ? | Report to Admin

By Obama all the way Jul 17th 2008 at 8:57 am EDT

Where will Obama be today ?

No events today? | Report to Admin

By Tori from Greenville,SC Jul 17th 2008 at 8:57 am EDT

I don't see any scheduled but I guess Barack may be getting ready for his trip abroad. Do you guys have any info on any events? I know his sister will be in FL today.

YAY | Report to Admin

By Jess from Fort Wayne, Indiana Jul 17th 2008 at 8:57 am EDT

WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

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President George Bush is Dangerous! | Report to Admin

By alpha Jul 17th 2008 at 8:59 am EDT

ATTENTION: ALL AMERICAN CITIZEN

BE AWARE OF PRESIDENT GEORGE BUSH..
BE AWARE OF OUR FOOD SAFETY!
BE AWARE OF OUR WATER SUPPLY!

PRESIDENT GEORGE BUSH NEED TO BE IN HAND-CUFFS!
LISTEN TO THIS SHORT REPORT!

Link

Wow!! | Report to Admin

By Madtown Jul 17th 2008 at 8:59 am EDT

Just saw the news, 52 million in June!!! That's awesome, nice work everyone!
Anyone in the mood to donate???
Link

Re: Wow!! | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 9:02 am EDT

4 donors needed.

4...3...2...1...

4 donors to go to 100!!

Link

I've been working so hard.

Voter registration. Obama events. Organizing people. Motivating campaign work. Training sessions. Phone banking. Fundraising events. Selling Obama buttons. Media, TV, Radio.

Helping people around the world. Promoting Obama.

Link

I am hoping to get 4 more donors to my page!!!!!!

Re: Wow!! | Report to Admin

By cindy from tucson Jul 17th 2008 at 9:03 am EDT

Hey! I was thinking the same thing! Congratulations to all of us and to Barack Obama...our next President!!

And, if you want to donate (twice since I sort of hijacked this thread)...why not start getting those July numbers up and support Barack AND support the hardworking Piecemakers for CHANGE *Yes, we can! (and you'll find that on the quilt!) who are creating this great historical Quilt honoring this campaign. Come and visit our fundraising page and see how YOU can win this quilt!

Link

Re: Wow!! | Report to Admin

By cindy from tucson Jul 17th 2008 at 9:05 am EDT

Just reading Carole's post...we only need $80 more today to have raised $1000 in our first week! We hope to have at least 500 people in our drawing that will take place in September, after the convention...come look and bring that wallet! :0)

OBAMA-BIDEN:The 2008 Democratic Presidential Ticket | Report to Admin

By The EQualizer Jul 17th 2008 at 9:05 am EDT

Link

NEW THREAD | Report to Admin

By NgengerNusa Jul 17th 2008 at 9:06 am EDT

I hasn't appear yet, but there is a new thread already

NBLB Link

Woohoo! | Report to Admin

By Justin Brogden Jul 17th 2008 at 9:07 am EDT

I knew June would be a good month, since Hillary finally dropped out. McCain had his best month yet and only raised about $22 million! We raised $30 million more and it still wasn't even our best.

Make a donation of $7 on my page to make sure the seventh month of the year is even better! Link

Re: Woohoo! | Report to Admin

By A Rebirth Jul 17th 2008 at 9:12 am EDT

Chuck Tood is at it again; closet Repug punk! I never trusted him before Tim Russert's death, and I don't trust him now.

Re: Woohoo! | Report to Admin

By VICTOR from Gilberts, IL Jul 17th 2008 at 9:20 am EDT

I agree with with 101%. I've never trusted him. He seems to have a hidden agenda.

What's going on? | Report to Admin

By Nancy Hnat Jul 17th 2008 at 9:10 am EDT

I haven't written on the blog lately, but have noticed a change in attitude. The energy of the primary has ceased and there seems to be an edge. Yes people are still complaining about MSM, but what has happened to the bloggers that were so excited about the prospect of our next president? Maybe people are chilling over the summer and waiting for the conventioin to get fired up again.

$$$ Way to go guys!!! $$$ | Report to Admin

By Cee in MD Awaiting that Sweet announcement: "Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States"!!!!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:10 am EDT

Way to go Obamanites!!!

52 mil raised in June
Link

Re: $$$ Way to go guys!!! $$$ | Report to Admin

By Tracy in CT Jul 17th 2008 at 9:15 am EDT

I think this news calls for a little dancing....

;-)

Re: $$$ Way to go guys!!! $$$ | Report to Admin

By Recovering Whine-O Jul 17th 2008 at 9:17 am EDT

How about the Shing-a-ling? Anybody remember the "Shing-a-ling?" c. 1966!!

Dance O-Nation, Dance!!

Re: $$$ Way to go guys!!! $$$ | Report to Admin

By Cee in MD Awaiting that Sweet announcement: "Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States"!!!!!!! Jul 17th 2008 at 9:18 am EDT

Hi Tracy!!! =)

*Dancing*

Re: $$$ Way to go guys!!! $$$ | Report to Admin

By Tracy DC ☮DC T☮ YesWeDid Jul 17th 2008 at 9:24 am EDT

Even I'm getting an early morning boogie on!!! This is fabulous news to get me fired up for the day!

NYT | Report to Admin

By Theresa LV Jul 17th 2008 at 9:11 am EDT

An article in the NYT is headed "Obama isn't closing the racial divide"

Why doesnt that read "MCCAIN isn't closing the racial divide"

That was my rant for this early a.m. (west coast)

On a high note - Great Fundraising. I'm donating again before I leave for work.

GREAT JOB EVERYONE.

52 MILLION RAISED IN JUNE:) | Report to Admin

By Not This Time, Not This Year DHussein Jul 17th 2008 at 9:20 am EDT

52 MILLION!!!!!!!!! That's AWESOME!!!!!

Obamanation/Hopemongers,

In case you hadn't noticed...the MSM's new diversion is RACE. Oh yes, they've gone BACK to that issue...don't let them fool you. McCain has much more of a RACIAL problem in this election than BARACK!!!!!!! WHat a joke.

Re: NYT | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 9:26 am EDT

Not happy about that article. And I don't think it's actually the facts.

Obama’s "Civilian National Security Force" | Report to Admin

By scozad Jul 17th 2008 at 9:15 am EDT

"Obama’s Civilian National Security Force will consist of young citizens, the same as Orwell’s Youth League and Spies."

"It appears candidate Obama, if elected, fully intends to recruit young citizens into something he calls a "national security force," apparently a large paramilitary group "just as powerful, just as strong, just as well-funded" as the U.S. military. Obama made passing reference to this disturbing idea in a speech delivered in Chicago on July 2. As should be expected, the corporate media, with the exception on the Chicago Tribune, completely ignored the statement and its implications."
"It was picked up by the real media, that is to say the bloggers, and Joseph Farah of WorldNetDaily. "If we’re going to create some kind of national police force as big, powerful and well-funded as our combined U.S. military forces, isn’t this rather a big deal?" asked Farah. "I thought Democrats generally believed the U.S. spent too much on the military. How is it possible their candidate is seeking to create some kind of massive but secret national police force that will be even bigger than the Army, Navy, Marines and Air Force put together?""
"Farah should know there is little to no difference between Democrats and Republicans - they both take orders from the Council on Foreign Relations, the Bilderbergers, David Rockefeller’s globalist coterie, the Trilateral Commission, and various one-world foundations and cliques."
"It is no secret Obama’s top advisor is Zbigniew Brzezinski, a close Rockefeller protégé, a founding member and former director of the Trilateral Commission, and a CFR member. Obama’s wife, Michelle, is a member of the Chicago branch of the CFR. Big donors to the Obama campaign basically constitute a who’s who of corporate and Wall Street banking interests, including JP Morgan Chase & Co., Goldman Sachs, Lehman Brothers, and Citigroup. Disgraced former Obama advisor, James A. Johnson, former Fannie Mae CEO and consummate Washington insider, is a member of the American Friends of Bilderberg, the Trilateral Commission and the Council on Foreign Relations."

Article:
Link

We Rock!!! | Report to Admin

By Tia "All I want for my Nov. 4th birthday is Obama to be President" Jul 17th 2008 at 9:17 am EDT

$52 Million in June!!

Let's do $100 for July!

Re: We Rock!!! | Report to Admin

By VICTOR from Gilberts, IL Jul 17th 2008 at 9:23 am EDT

Yes, let's do it $100 million for July.

FIRED UP, READY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FIRED UP, READY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FIRED UP, READY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FIRED UP, READY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FIRED UP, READY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Re: We Rock!!! | Report to Admin

By Theresa LV Jul 17th 2008 at 9:23 am EDT

I know I'll try.

I just donated $104, will anyone give to my fund? | Report to Admin

By colonial82 Jul 17th 2008 at 9:19 am EDT

Link

I just donated $104 for how much it will be next month. Will anyone in honor of that donate to my fundraising goal?

I am so excited, going door to door again this weekend to register voters.

Thank you so much and have a great day.

Re: I just donated $104, will anyone give to my fund? | Report to Admin

By Grandma Sally Jul 17th 2008 at 9:26 am EDT

Did you have as much fun with registration as I've had? The other volunteers are so interesting and the voters and voters to be are too. Last night my group registered a 75 year old who'd never voted. And it's so good for doing away with preconceptions -- like the green-haired blonde with the small child clinging to her that volunteered to help the campaign.

Barack Obama's trip overseas | Report to Admin

By Claire Jul 17th 2008 at 9:21 am EDT

Dear friends,

Does anybody has an idea of the organization of our friend's trip abroad? I just know he is supposed to be in Paris on the 25th of July. If anybody has a more precised idea, it would be most welcome : I would be so happy to see Barack Obama, and even shake his hand!! Will Michelle be with him?

He does inspire us all so much...

With love,

Claire, a French Obamaniac

Re: Barack Obama's trip overseas | Report to Admin

By Benissa Jul 17th 2008 at 9:31 am EDT

He will meet Sarko at Elysee Palace, exact date still unknown and regarding Michelle Obama coming with him i am not sure likely that will not happen. As Michelle her self pointed out that she will involved in Barack adminstration policy making decisions. So I think Michelle will not take an oversea trip with Obama delegations.

Re: Barack Obama's trip overseas | Report to Admin

By Claire Jul 17th 2008 at 9:47 am EDT

Thank you Benissa,

So far, the French Support Group for Barack Obama doesn't seem to have more information.
I suppose we will know more the 24th or so.

Lots of love,

Claire

Re: Barack Obama's trip overseas | Report to Admin

By Benissa Jul 17th 2008 at 10:05 am EDT

Claire 24th of July is for his keynote speech in Berlin. So the Paris visit will likely be before or after Germany. My guess is either 23rd or 25th July. But the campaign will surely publish the schedule before the end of the week.

Senior and S/S | Report to Admin

By Larry from Parker, AZ Jul 17th 2008 at 9:26 am EDT

I have herd a few times it said that senior should not be tax on there S/S. This is a must and should be talked about more. Young people can ask for more pay to keep up with the high prices. The only thing that will help us is to do away with taxing our S/S. Larry

Re: Senior and S/S | Report to Admin

By Grandma Sally Jul 17th 2008 at 9:27 am EDT

I'm a senior that luckily doesn't have to rely on SS. If my income is high enough, I should be taxed. It's a question of protecting people who aren't wealthy.

Please help | Report to Admin

By Bryan in Miami Jul 17th 2008 at 9:26 am EDT

Hi guys,

Please take a look at the new event in my page and tell the world what you think of Mike Meehan and his billboard in Orlando.

CLASS ACT | Report to Admin

By VICTOR from Gilberts, IL Jul 17th 2008 at 9:27 am EDT

I am very pleased that the campaign broke the news of the June $52m haul first to supporters via email.

This shows a lot of respect and value by the campaign for its supporters.

Let's do $100 million in July. Yes We Can.

FIRED UP, READY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FIRED UP, READY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FIRED UP, READY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
FIRED UP, READY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Re: i am really a muslim and i hate white people | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 9:29 am EDT

Would you like some nice orange juice to calm you?

Re: i am really a muslim and i hate white people | Report to Admin

By Debra from Austin Jul 17th 2008 at 9:34 am EDT

I think he needs something much stronger. Maybe lock up in the state mental hospital.

Re: i am really a muslim and i hate white people | Report to Admin

By Willy Hussein Jul 17th 2008 at 10:15 am EDT

lol.

donate donate donate | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 9:28 am EDT

One kind person...wanted...

Who can donate now?

4 donors needed.

4...3...2...1...

4 donors to go to 100!!

Link

I've been working so hard.

Voter registration. Obama events. Organizing people. Motivating campaign work. Training sessions. Phone banking. Fundraising events. Selling Obama buttons. Media, TV, Radio.

Helping people around the world. Promoting Obama.

Link

I am hoping to get 4 more donors to my page!!!!!!

Barack in Berlin | Report to Admin

By Mavs Jul 17th 2008 at 9:39 am EDT

Hi there,

I'm from the UK and am going to take the oppurtunity of Barack's speech in Berlin to fly out and see him in person.

I'm really looking forward to it but as I don't have much money I want to be sure when/where it will be taking place. I have had trouble finding anything concrete regarding this. Maybe someone with some more decent info would be kind enough to post it up here? It would be much appreciated.

Thanks very much, look forward to seeing some fellow supporters in Germany!

Paul x

Re: Barack in Berlin | Report to Admin

By Benissa Jul 17th 2008 at 9:58 am EDT

Barack Obama Berlin Keynote speech has been scheduled 24th of July, location still not confirmed. Likely place will be Berlin's Brandenburg Gate. But you can always check from German's leading paper website, by visiting spiegelonline and click on english version if uoy can't speak german. Hope that will help.

The OBAMA VEEPSTAKES Frontrunners | Report to Admin

By The EQualizer Jul 17th 2008 at 9:39 am EDT

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Feelin' Good This Morning! | Report to Admin

By Carolyn, 7th Generation Nation Jul 17th 2008 at 9:47 am EDT

I just got the news that we did an awesome job raising money in June!

We raised $52 million and that's in the face of attack coming from every direction to dampen this movement.

Obama and his campaign team rocks!

I'm feeling good this morning and wanted to wish everyone in Obamaland a happy day before I head off to my meeting.

Let's keep taking care of business and have a big celebration on Jan. 20 when Obama is sworn in.

Yes, we can!

Obama 08

June Funds | Report to Admin

By Linda H Jul 17th 2008 at 9:50 am EDT

Correction on politico.com Link

Dems nearly equal Republican cash on hand

The Obama campaign emails to correct David Plouffe's missive to supporters earlier this morning: In fact Obama alone has $72 million on hand; the Democratic National Committee, spokeswoman Karen Finney says, raised more than $22 million last month and has more than $20 million on hand.

In total, the Democrats have some $92 million on hand, to the combined Republican total of $95 million.

That virtual tie should light a fire under both parties fundraising efforts. But the Democratic campaign has been raising, and spending, faster than the GOP, so parity is likely to be elusive.

Re: June Funds | Report to Admin

By Carolyn, 7th Generation Nation Jul 17th 2008 at 9:54 am EDT

We still have the enthusiasm quota and that's priceless to quote a very well known credit card ad.

The Republicans have to find a way to manufacture enthusiasm or compensate for it by running fear ads.

We pray ! | Report to Admin

By Willy Hussein Jul 17th 2008 at 10:02 am EDT

All the hype about Barack's trip is getting to me guys. I am almost as excited as I am frightened.

Whatever you pray to, please make sure to put in a word for our candidate and for this campaign.

The fundraising numbers were good in June, but we are far from our goal. We wanted a campaign for the people, we got it. Now we need to CONSISTENTLY put our money where our mouth is.

OBAMA'08

Re: We pray ! | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 10:03 am EDT

2 donors needed.

2...1...

2 donors to go to 100!!

Link

I've been working so hard.

Voter registration. Obama events. Organizing people. Motivating campaign work. Training sessions. Phone banking. Fundraising events. Selling Obama buttons. Media, TV, Radio.

Helping people around the world. Promoting Obama.

Link

I am hoping to get 2 more donors to my page!!!!!!

Thanks to Diane! and Sherrie!

Can we find 2 more kind people here who can donate now?

2

2

2 nice people wanted

Re: We pray ! | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 10:05 am EDT

Willie, I pray for him every day.

I told that to a friend the other day, and she said she is too.

So many people praying for Obama!!

Dear Senator Clinton -- help stop Lieberman (aggressively) | Report to Admin

By IntExec Jul 17th 2008 at 10:08 am EDT

By now you have read about the "Hillraiser" Lieberman and her efforts destroy the candidacy of Senator Obama and put John McCain in the Whitehouse (article below). She says that she is trying to elect Senator Clinton; I think we should all be suspicious. We need the help of Senator Clinton to directly intervene and shut this effort down or at least uncover what it likely is: an effort to use Clinton supporters to elect Senator McCain.
Link

One donor to go!!!! | Report to Admin

By Carole from England, forced to open a second account by the website elves - Pls write to Carole@www.Americans-Away-From-Home.com Jul 17th 2008 at 10:19 am EDT

Who will put this over the top?

1 donor needed.

1...

1 donor to go to 100!!

Link

I've been working so hard.

Voter registration. Obama events. Organizing people. Motivating campaign work. Training sessions. Phone banking. Fundraising events. Selling Obama buttons. Media, TV, Radio.

Helping people around the world. Promoting Obama.

Link

I am hoping to get 1 more donor to my page!!!!!!

Thanks to Diane! and Sherrie! and Willie!

Can we find 1 more kind person here who can donate now?

1

1

1 nice person wanted

The New Yorker Magazine Advice to Obamans! | Report to Admin

By The EQualizer Jul 17th 2008 at 10:23 am EDT

Link

$52 Million Sweeeet | Report to Admin

By Matt Jul 17th 2008 at 10:23 am EDT

Anyone care to be my first donation.

Link

Obama called out FOX NEWS for constantly smearing Michelle. | Report to Admin

By JQ Jul 17th 2008 at 11:14 am EDT

Barack Obama tells FoxNews "Debate me, not Michelle" Link
Foxnews attacks on Michelle: Link.

Good for you Barack, show them you are a man.

Video | Report to Admin

By BRAZIL FOR OBAMA Jul 17th 2008 at 11:24 am EDT

SIMPLY THE BEST VIDEO ABOUT OUR NEXT PRESIDENT
(((MUST SEE)))

Link

EITHER WAY WERE WRONG? | Report to Admin

By Yellowshark Jul 17th 2008 at 12:49 pm EDT

McSame's camp bashes BO for not going to Iraq...then when he says were going to Iraq they still bash us? It looks like desperation...thay are just afraid of the big crowds and national coverage he will attract abroad.

I just pray that, under this close national coverage, nobody Gaffe's or says/does something that the right will take advantage on. Seems like McSame can get away with anything...such as mis-speaking about a country that has not existed since 1993...but if BO does that...holy crap it will be a week of media coverage frenzy!

Michelle Obama really proud of American voter particapation | Report to Admin

By Charles from Los Angeles, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 5:21 pm EDT

All articles referring to Michelle Obama's comment about being proud of America should provide a link to the speech she gave. That way the public can judge for themselves.

Link

It's obvious from this video that Michelle Obama for the first in her adult life is really proud of my country's participation in the election process. State after state record breaking number of Americans have turned out to vote in the primaries.

Hannity and other right wingnuts know this but they continue to lie and distort what Michelle Obama said.

This video needs to be widley distibuted.

My favorite Michelle Obama speech | Report to Admin

By Charles from Los Angeles, CA Jul 17th 2008 at 5:27 pm EDT

YouTube - Michelle Obama: Be not afraid
Michelle Obama introduces her husband, Illinois Sen. Barack ...
7 min -

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Mccain calls obamas healthcare plan Hillarycare | Report to Admin

By Spade Jul 17th 2008 at 6:14 pm EDT

any clinton fans still on the fence? (i apologize if this has been said here already)

Mccain called obamas healthcare plan "Hillarycare" and mocked it...

go to CNN under political ticker its also on politico under the dem blog

this needs to be shouted out loud on this site and put into obamas speeches..those hillary fans that are unsure need to know!!

McCain gets Social Security but criticizes system | Report to Admin

By Cathy J Jul 17th 2008 at 8:11 pm EDT

McCain gets Social Security but criticizes system

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"The Surge" | Report to Admin

By KB9994 Jul 17th 2008 at 9:11 pm EDT

CNN reports on a new 8 minute documentary from the McCain Campaign designed to highlight changes in Barack's position on the Iraq War. Clearly designed to try to take some of the wind from Barack's sails as he travels abroad next week.

What angers me is all this talk about positions related to "The Surge". To me it's like we started a forest fire, it got out of control, but we celebrate most the fact that we called in additional firefighters to fight the blaze. The fire is now mostly contained, or so is the consensus, so we celebrate the wisdom of sending more firefighters and the lessons learned about firefighting.

The issue IS the FIRE! We went to Iraq on false intelligence and threw a country into choas because we didn't understand the cultures or the history. We have had 4000+ troops killed, thousands more physically and phychologically wounded, and no one seems to mention anymore the Iraqi civilian casulaties, the refugees, the infrastructure damage, and the reopening of centuries-old conflicts, not to mention giving Al-Queda a wonderful opportunity to promote itself.

Why not keep the discussion about the war to the big picture. Stress the total cost in casualities and billions of dollars, and especially the myopic foreign policy that created it all. Make sure the public keeps the forest fire in their minds, rather than the story of trying to put the trees out.

-Karen

PUMAS - WHAT DO YOU THINK OF MCCAIN'S JOKE? | Report to Admin

By Marianne Jul 17th 2008 at 9:15 pm EDT

I AM ADDRESSING ALL PUMAS - REMEMBER THAT JOHN MCCAIN IS A REPUBLICAN - THE PARTY WHO APPOINTED A MAN TO WOMEN'S ISSUES WHO SAID PRAYER WAS THE ANSWER TO PMS - I AM ALL FOR PRAYER BUT WE ARE SMART ENOUGH TO PRAY...THE REPUBLICANS ARE SUPPOSED TO DO RESEARCH FOR THERAPEUTIC ALTERNATIVES,ETC....

MAYBE SOME OF YOU PUMAS SAY YOU ARE TOO OLD TO WORRY ABOUT PMS - WELL WHAT ABOUT THE JOKE JOHN MCCAIN TOLD - ABOUT A WOMAN BRUTALLY RAPED AND BEATEN NEAR DEATH BY AN APE WHO WHISPERS TO THE DOCTOR THAT SHE REQUESTS THE APE BACK TO VIOLATE HER AGAIN? DOES IT INFURIATE YOU PUMAS THAT THIS WOMAN WANTED MORE DEATH AND RAPE ACCORDING TO MCCAIN WHO THEN LAUGHED AT THAT???

PUMAS - DO YOU HAVE DAUGHTERS OR SISTERS OR MOMS OR AUNTS OR GRANDMAS WHO HAVE SUFFERED AN ASSAULT OF RAPE? OR WHO HAVE BEEN BEATEN NEAR DEATH? CAN ANY OF YOU UNDERSTAND THAT THE MAN YOU INSIST MUST BE ELECTED TO ASSUAGE YOUR HARD FEELINGS FROM THE LOSS OF YOUR FAVORITE, HILLARY CLINTON, WHO HAS NOW THROWN HER FULL SUPPORT BEHIND BARACK, IS INSENSITIVE TO WOMEN?

THERE IS A SAYING - YOUR SUPPORT OF MCCAIN IS LIKE THE BLINDMAN LEADING OTHER BLIND PEOPLE AND THEN THEY BOTH FALL INTO THE PIT INTO THE ABYSS AND PERISH...YOU WILL HAVE TO EXPLAIN THIS TO YOUR DAUGHTERS AND MOTHERS AND AUNTS AND GRANDMOTHERS IF YOU CONTINUE TO FALL INTO THE ABYSS BY FOLLOWING A MAN WHO MAKES RAPE JOKES. GO LOOK IN A MIRROR NOW AND ASK YOURSELF IF YOU WANT TO BE A PART OF THIS MAN'S PRESIDENCY???

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