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Today the real work begins. President Obama has called on us to rebuild our great nation. Bringing a large, populous, wealthy nation to the next level is our task. We must not be overcome, for the hour is late and time is short. Until campaign season in 2012, we are on a new mission: to achieve our destiny as individuals, as communities, as a nation, and as a world. We are all one people today, but the road ahead will be long and arduous.
Cincinnati Obama 2008 is becoming Cincinnati Supports Our President. I invite mailing list members to create a forum for discussing local solutions to the many problems we face. God bless President Obama, and God bless America!
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Mom Robinson lives in an apartment building for seniors in Cincinnati Oh. My father and mother grew up in Mississippi but moved our family to Cincinnati in the early 60s. My family was part of the migration of African Americans North to obtain better opportunity including exercising the right to vote without intimidation.
Fast forward to 11/4/2008
Mom Robinson's building also serves as a polling center for elections. She got up to vote in at 6:30 am to go down the hall to the community room in her buiding to vote. She said that there was already a line stretching out into the parking lot . She and the other elderly ladies cast their vote (yes for Obama/Biden) and then took up seats to watch the waves of people roll in to vote during the day. She counted over 2,000 people enter to vote.
She was absolutely thrilled to see all the "young folks" and voters of all races. Mom (age 87), said it was one of the most joyous days of her life to see so many young people , enthusiastic about voting and to cap it all off the elcetion of President Obama.
Thank you Obama /Biden!
This election will be an extra special one for Barack supporter Suzanne McDaniel Hayes. Not only because Barack is a special kind of candidate, but also because Suzanne has cancer, and might not make it to next November.
TheStory.org has a profile of her on their site, which begins like this:
Suzanne McDaniel Hayes has always been a committed voter, but this year she is more determined than ever to vote. Suzanne is terminally ill with cancer, but she's hoping to live long enough to cast her ballot for the last time in her life. As she tells Dick, she's trying to set an example for her three children. She intends to go to the poll with her son, who will be voting for the first time.
Click HERE for the full story - just scroll down to "October 3rd."
Some people base their support in enthusiasm for the Vice Presidential candidate Senator Joe Biden--check out what a few volunteers cooked up for the Vice Presidential debate a couple weeks ago:
Some Ohioans have specific policy concerns: this well known Columbus blogger declares on his blog The Walker Evans Effect that he's supporting Barack because of his urban policy.
And then there are the not-quite-supporters. When Barack recently went on a five-city tour of Ohio, he stopped between Cincinnati and Portsmouth at a diner in Georgetown. He had a funny encounter with the self-declared die-hard Republican owner of the diner... Barack may or may not have won him over, but as the following article from the Dayton Daily News makes clear, he's certainly benefitting from his diner's newfound fame:
Don't tell restaurant owner Bill Seip that Democrat Barack Obama is bad for business.Seip knows better.It's been more than a week since Obama made his surprise stop at Seip's Fireside Restaurant in Georgetown on Thursday, Oct. 9, and folks in the Brown County village still are buzzing about it, said Seip.The last presidential campaign visit came from William Jennings Bryan in the early 1900s, said Seip.Ulysses S. Grant, the great Union Civil War general and the first Ohio-born president, moved with his family to Georgetown soon after his birth in Point Pleasant in nearby Clermont County in 1822 but nobody way back then knew Grant was headed for the White House.At the Fireside, Obama ordered up a "Big O" burger — a double cheeseburger – and coconut cream pie to go. Gov. Ted Strickland, Obama's traveling companion and guide through Ohio's Appalachian region, had lemon pie.The day after Obama's stop, Seip made the "Big O" the daily special and dubbed it the "Obama Burger.""I liked the guy myself," Seip, 46, said of Obama. "He was really down to earth. The way he took care of everybody. He was a nice guy."
Why are you a supporter? Do you have a special story? Let us know in the comments section below.
With the Ohio Campaign for Change's sprawling and aggressive ground efforts, volunteers have been engaged for months now in every single part of Ohio. In terms of their activities, they've done everything you'd expect from a campaign, and much much more. Sure there's been canvassing, phonebanking, and data entry, but there have also been house meetings, debate watch parties, birthday pot lucks, booths at festivals--too much to name. Here is a look at some moments from all the activity in the field over the last five months.
Back in September, Field Organizer Liz, in Port Clinton, held a very special house meeting... on an island!
John Donne's observation that "no man is an island" was the theme of last week's Obama house meeting on, well, an island. Marty and Kelly, longtime residents of Put-in-Bay, rounded up a dozen of their friends to talk about how high the stakes are in this election. Every vote in every precinct of Ohio -- including the hundreds that will be cast for Barack and Joe at polling places in the middle of Lake Erie -- will make the difference this year.
In Marion, a debate watch party did its job--drew an undecided into the fold. Field Organizer Hannah snapped a picture:
Anderson Township, in Cincinnati, is known as a historically conservative area. Which is exactly why volunteers held neighborhood meetings there, so that Obama supporters would know they're not alone! Local team leader Vanessa writes a moving account of the Anderson Township meeting--where everyone seemed to be shocked by the turnout:
I have been campaigning in this little conservative village for some time now. People are very reserved and do not like to talk about politics. And I'm just witnessing the power of Obama message. People are tired of war, are tired of unaffordable health care or schools not up to the level of the global economy. But they have also find a leader who gives them hope that things can be improved if we just work hard. And people are demonstrating their desire for a better country that goes beyond their personal interest. We had about 50 people convening at the Anderson Center to learn about the campaign and its grassroots effort, and to share their extraordinary and ordinary stories. I myself learned form my parents and relatives, who lived the end of World War II, how horrible is the war from their stories. I moved from Italy, where I grew up, to Japan and now I have been leaving in Cincinnati for 7 years. I was never in favor of the war in Iraq since the beginning. I would like my daughters to grow in a world as peaceful as possible. Another lady at the meeting told us her story about her childhood in Korea during Korean War and Vietnam War, and described them as an horrible experience, and she wish other people don't suffer as she and her family did. Unaffordable health care and schools that are not able to prepare future generation to compete in the global economy were also some of the reasons Anderson residents are choosing Obama as their next President of the United States. The meeting was a very energizing experience and I'll keep working with those new friends to elect Barack Obama our next President of Unites States.
Finally, Courtney has this heartwarming story from canvassing last weekend:
TaLisa and I canvassed Ward 4 today, a very economically depressed area of Columbus. Several voters that we spoke to felt that their vote would not count even though they were registered. Amidst all this, there two young boys that were playing football with an empty Gatorade bottle across the street from our targeted doors. These two boys, in the third and fourth grade, helped direct us to which doors were occupied. After several not-homes, we stopped to talk to them and asked if they knew Barack Obama. The fourth grader did, but the third grader did not. We gave them literature and told them to take it to their parents…And they sat down on the sidewalk where they were playing and began reading it out loud to one another and expressed they were excited about taking it with them to school.
TaLisa and I canvassed Ward 4 today, a very economically depressed area of Columbus. Several voters that we spoke to felt that their vote would not count even though they were registered.
Amidst all this, there two young boys that were playing football with an empty Gatorade bottle across the street from our targeted doors. These two boys, in the third and fourth grade, helped direct us to which doors were occupied. After several not-homes, we stopped to talk to them and asked if they knew Barack Obama. The fourth grader did, but the third grader did not. We gave them literature and told them to take it to their parents…
And they sat down on the sidewalk where they were playing and began reading it out loud to one another and expressed they were excited about taking it with them to school.
Do you have a story from volunteering? What kind of Obama activity has gone on in your area in the last five months? Let us know in the comment section below.
And it's not too late to make some memories in these last days of the campaign. Sign up to get out the vote right now.
As I mentioned in an earlier blog post, a recent poll found that 8% of Americans are still undecided about who to vote for.
Do you know who your parents are voting for? Your grandparents? Could they be some of those undecided voters? Maybe they're leaning the other way. This election means a lot to you--perhaps more than they know. That's why it's time to have The Talk. Take it from Natalie Portman. She filmed this message when she was in Cincinnati visiting her own grandmother (one of her parents is from Cincinnati, and actually went to the Ohio State University!)
If you click HERE to go to the The Talk page, you'll find:
Even if it seems like it might be uncomfortable or something you don't often talk about with your parents, this election is too important to avoid having this crucial conversation.
You can also use our Undecided Resources page, or show your parents the Ohio Campaign for Change video library, which captures on video a lot of the excitement and energy behind Barack's movement.
Looking for a ride from Chicago on Thursday 10/30 ideally after 3 pm to Cincinnati and a return Monday evening 11/03. Can be flexible on the dates. Can take Metra to meet you if you're in the suburbs.
If you are interested, can offer free housing in Cincinnati. Close friend is a Deputy Field Organizer there and am staying with his family. Unfortunately, my ride just canceled on me today. If you need a ride and are without a car, contact me anyway. I may rent a car if you just want to share gas. It would be cheaper or the same for me as a round trip bus ticket & I would have a car to offer the campaign too.
I've attended two Obama rallies and the Joe Biden foreign speech in Cincinnati, Ohio, but it wasn't until I stood in the crowd at the October 9 rally in Cincinnati that I understood with certainty, the man standing a few feet away was going to be our next president. That was an overwhelming moment for me, to see this happen in my lifetime.
I usually write pro-Obama articles and post them on a few websites, but after my last rally, as I stood waiting for Barack Obama to arrive, I got caught up in the beauty of the multicultural, age-spanning, multi-ethnic crowd and the music playing in the background.
During one tune in particular, The Ojay's "You've Got To Give The People What They Want," I got caught up in the crowd, how they sang together, danced and waved their Obama signs to the music. Inspired by the knowlede that Obama is what the people want, I used my film footage to create a video visible at this link:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/video/34889/barack_obama_change_we_need_rally_cincinnati.html?cat=62
A funny story from last week in Cincinnati: John McCain voted for Barack Obama. That's right- the local retired electrician took advantage of early voting to cast his ballot for... his namesake's opponent. Cincinnati.com has the full story:
The John McCain in question is a 57-year-old retired industrial electrician from College Hill, not the Republican presidential nominee from Arizona.McCain, whose name has produced a lot of good-natured ribbing from neighbors and friends during this political year, said he voted for Obama because he’s “the candidate who’s going to bring real change to Washington.
The John McCain in question is a 57-year-old retired industrial electrician from College Hill, not the Republican presidential nominee from Arizona.
McCain, whose name has produced a lot of good-natured ribbing from neighbors and friends during this political year, said he voted for Obama because he’s “the candidate who’s going to bring real change to Washington.
After casting his early vote for Obama at the Hamilton County Board of Elections downtown, McCain explained that he also backed Obama during this year’s primary after initially considering voting for U.S. Sen. Hillary Clinton.As to his namesake, McCain said he has been telling anyone who asks: “Don’t vote for me.”
After casting his early vote for Obama at the Hamilton County Board of Elections downtown, McCain explained that he also backed Obama during this year’s primary after initially considering voting for U.S. Sen. Hillary Clinton.
As to his namesake, McCain said he has been telling anyone who asks: “Don’t vote for me.”
You can vote early just like John McCain. Just click HERE to find your location.
Our group's blog is working! I changed the settings so anyone on our team can post to it. Please post ideas, events, etc. to help us push Ohio to blue in these last 2 weeks!
We are in the home stretch! Today's canvassing efforts will be huge in winning those undecideds in our area. Thanks to all who helped organize and who attended our fundraiser, Barack the Vote! on Friday night. We raised $1,160!!! Great job everyone! Special thanks for our musicians, Stan Ginn and The Coalition of the Willing, Joe Thomas and Mark Macomber.
Now that Barack is beginning to pull ahead in the polls, please don't begin to get comfortable. We know that this is going to be close -- especially in Ohio. We will be posting our plans for GOTV (Get Out the Vote) in the last week before the election and our plans for Election Day. WE NEED YOU!
Thanks to everyone for all you've been doing. It is making a difference!
Yesterday evening, at an event independent of the campaign, the good people of Cincinnati were treated to a rally and concert to promote voting early, at the beautiful, neon-lit Fountain Square in the center of the city. The name of the event, appropriately, was "Vote Early, Rock Late."
Renowned rock act The Breeders were the first to go on, and were followed by speakers both locally and nationally known--including supporter actress Natalie Portman (who also rallied students at the University of Cincinnati this morning!). The event started at 5:00 pm, well before the early voting location shut its doors, so between acts locals could walk just a few blocks over and cast their ballots.
The headline act of the night was The National, a band born and bred in Cincinnati. Their show had the feeling of a family reunion, and indeed lead singer Matt talked about the healthy and passionate political discourse that is inherent to the citizens and families of Cincinnati.
Fans and committed volunteers from the Ohio State University, Jordan and Ellen, are two of those passionate citizens--Jordan grew up in Cincinnati himself. True to the informal nature of the show, they had the opportunity to meet and talk with Bryce, the band's guitarist, afterwards. Jordan and Bryce went to rival high schools.
Keeping with the theme of the importance of talking to family and friends about politics and the change we need, at one point lead singer Matt yielded the floor to his own Uncle Jack, a local activist for Democratic candidates and Barack Obama. Jack spoke about the importance of this moment in history, and how essential it is for everyone to work as hard as they can for Barack in the coming 18 days.
After that, one of the last songs they played was "Fake Empire," a fitting conclusion since it is featured in this inspiring campaign video, "Signs of Hope and Change."
Turn that hope and change into a reality. Vote early. Volunteer after.
In the last two days, Barack has made five stops in Ohio--Dayton, Cincinnati, Portsmouth, Chillicothe, and Columbus. He stirred crowds at rallies, met folks at diners, and gave encouragement to campaign field organizers.
Here are a couple local write-ups about the swing through the swing state, and a slideshow of pictures from the first four stops--Aviva will follow with a post and pictures from the event at Columbus yesterday.
From high atop Ault Park in Cincinnati to down low on the Ohio River in Portsmouth, Barack Obama set out on a southern Ohio tour Thursday where he plunged straight into the heart of Ohio's Republican politics.And he came with a message -- join us, because the Republicans have failed for the past eight years with economic policies that have shaken the nation's economy to its core.Maria Hoeffer, 33, of Norwood was one of many mothers who walked up Observatory Avenue with her child strapped against her. Her 17-month-old son, Makaio, high-fived Obama.Obama's speech "was just what we needed to hear at this time to lift our spirits," she said. "He's the American dream. He has lived it, and that's extremely inspiring for people."But the first day of Obama's two-day bus tour of southern Ohio was not all about the economy - after his stop in Cincinnati, the Obama bus caravan took an unannounced side trip to Georgetown, the county seat of Brown County, about 45 miles east of Cincinnati.There, the Obama party stopped at the Fireside Restaurant, where he made a surprise visit and ordered up a cheeseburger - lettuce, tomato and mustard - and coconut cream pie. Walking around the restaurant with Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland, he shook hands and paused to have his picture taken with dozens of customers. He stooped down to have his picture taken with a little boy with ears that stuck out, just like Obama's."We've got the same ears, buddy," Obama told the boy, who grinned from ear to ear. "Ear power."
From high atop Ault Park in Cincinnati to down low on the Ohio River in Portsmouth, Barack Obama set out on a southern Ohio tour Thursday where he plunged straight into the heart of Ohio's Republican politics.
And he came with a message -- join us, because the Republicans have failed for the past eight years with economic policies that have shaken the nation's economy to its core.
Maria Hoeffer, 33, of Norwood was one of many mothers who walked up Observatory Avenue with her child strapped against her. Her 17-month-old son, Makaio, high-fived Obama.
Obama's speech "was just what we needed to hear at this time to lift our spirits," she said. "He's the American dream. He has lived it, and that's extremely inspiring for people."
But the first day of Obama's two-day bus tour of southern Ohio was not all about the economy - after his stop in Cincinnati, the Obama bus caravan took an unannounced side trip to Georgetown, the county seat of Brown County, about 45 miles east of Cincinnati.
There, the Obama party stopped at the Fireside Restaurant, where he made a surprise visit and ordered up a cheeseburger - lettuce, tomato and mustard - and coconut cream pie. Walking around the restaurant with Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland, he shook hands and paused to have his picture taken with dozens of customers. He stooped down to have his picture taken with a little boy with ears that stuck out, just like Obama's.
"We've got the same ears, buddy," Obama told the boy, who grinned from ear to ear. "Ear power."
Lines of people began forming outside the university early Thursday afternoon, in anxious anticipation of hearing Obama speak."I feel that he's more educational than McCain, and I've watched the debates and feel that Obama would be able to lead our country better," said 17-year Destiny Skaggs, of Green High School. She said her 18th birthday is Nov. 19, just missing the voting deadline this year.Steve O'Connor, of West Liberty, Ky., called McCain a continuation of failed policies, and called Alaskan Governor turned vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin a step backwards."Somebody needs to have some concern for working people. For young people trying to go to college. For older people trying to afford their medicine, trying to stay in their homes. The last eight years this president has run the train off the tracks..."Derek Terrance came from Columbus to attend Shawnee State University, and said he never thought he'd see something like this in Portsmouth."I think his views are more like my generation, which is something that obviously appeals to me the most. It's somebody I can relate to more easily than a lot of the other candidates," he said.
Lines of people began forming outside the university early Thursday afternoon, in anxious anticipation of hearing Obama speak.
"I feel that he's more educational than McCain, and I've watched the debates and feel that Obama would be able to lead our country better," said 17-year Destiny Skaggs, of Green High School. She said her 18th birthday is Nov. 19, just missing the voting deadline this year.Steve O'Connor, of West Liberty, Ky., called McCain a continuation of failed policies, and called Alaskan Governor turned vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin a step backwards."Somebody needs to have some concern for working people. For young people trying to go to college. For older people trying to afford their medicine, trying to stay in their homes. The last eight years this president has run the train off the tracks..."Derek Terrance came from Columbus to attend Shawnee State University, and said he never thought he'd see something like this in Portsmouth."I think his views are more like my generation, which is something that obviously appeals to me the most. It's somebody I can relate to more easily than a lot of the other candidates," he said.
In a location that took exercise to get to, but whose beautiful vistas and terraced crowds of supporters certainly made it worth the wait, Barack spoke this afternoon in Ault Park, high above the city of Cincinnati.
Words do not do the scene justice, and any supporter who is familiar with this spot in Cincy must take heart in this image:
Barack continued his clear-talking take on the economic crisis, going into specifics to dissect what is wrong with John McCain's latest proposal to deal with the financial mess the country has lately found itself in. His focus remained squarely on helping the middle class:
This election is about who's going to fight for you...This isn't about losing a campaign. This is about Americans losing their jobs and their homes if we allow four more years of the same.
This election is about who's going to fight for you...
This isn't about losing a campaign. This is about Americans losing their jobs and their homes if we allow four more years of the same.
But the tone was, of course, overhwelmingly positive, as Barack reminded of the thousands of green energy jobs that are on the horizon for Ohioans under an Obama administration. Above all he stressed unity, and how despite the large-scale shift America needs to make, we can accomplish anything:
Every time, we have risen to meet challenges like this. Not as Republicans, not as Democrats. As Americans...Our destiny is not determined for us, but by us.
Every time, we have risen to meet challenges like this. Not as Republicans, not as Democrats. As Americans...
Our destiny is not determined for us, but by us.
For a moment, on a hill above a city, the mass of 15,000 felt like an intimate group of people that could do anything they put their mind to.
Barack is hitting up no less than three different stops in Ohio today--Dayton, Cincinnati, and Portsmouth. Right now he is speaking to a stadium full of cheering supporters at the home of the Dayton Dragons at Fifth Third Field.
The Mayor of Dayton framed Barack's candidacy in a way specific to Dayton, tying him to the city's history of innovation, "from Charles Kettering to Paul Lawrence Dunbar."
Michael, one of the local Field Organizers in the Dayton area, let the rapt crowd know the 5 things Ohioans can do to help Barack Obama win their state:
Soon after, Barack took the stage. Despite a riled up crowd like one would expect to see at a baseball game on a bright autumn afternoon, Barack was very serious about the financial crisis facing us, and the specifics of what he, and America, would have to do to solve the problem
I have faith... not just because of the leadership I'm offering. But because of you. Because I have faith in you. I have faith in the people of the United States...Yes we can -- of course we can.
I have faith... not just because of the leadership I'm offering. But because of you. Because I have faith in you. I have faith in the people of the United States...
Yes we can -- of course we can.
Barack spoke directly to the huge number of people in attendance, asking for a show of hands of those who earn less than $250,000 (who will not see a tax raise), and those who have employer-based health benefits (to be taxed by John McCain), and those who don't have health care at all. The hands themselves told the story of how essential an Obama presidency really is. Dayton can't afford anything less.
More than anything, this rally was about jobs, and Barack wondered how the opposition could ignore the huge number of jobs lost in Ohio in the last 8 years, noting that you can say that the fundamentals of the economy are strong, but for most Americans "there's nothing more fundamental than a job."
As for the home stretch of the campaign, and the ugly direction the discourse seems to be going in:
I can take four more weeks of John McCain's attacks, but America can't take four more years of George Bush's failed policies.
Do you agree? There's only 27 days left to seal the deal-- vote early and get involved today.
Don't take our word for it. Just listen to some of the thousands of Ohioans who already voted today, on the first day of voting in Ohio for the 2008 Presidential Election:
"My husband and I voted today in Cincinnati, Ohio. The process was well explained and simple and there were plenty of trained workers on hand to help. I would definitely vote early again, given the opportunity." "I voted at 1:05 p.m.; ran over during lunch break (I work downtown); I was out by 1:40 p.m... It all went smoothly and I hope everyone makes an honest effort to get out early and vote and help deliver this state for Barack and Joe." "It was a piece of cake! There quite a few people there, they seemed very excited and relieved that the day had fianally arrived when they could cast their vote for Obama!""I went to Franklin County's early voting site at Veteran's Memorial. There were no long lines, the poll workers were helpful, and it was nothing but a positive experience. It sounds odd, but I thought that by voting early I'd be missing out on the experience and excitement of casting my vote on November 4th. Voting early turned out to be an energizing experience that I would do over again if I had the chance. I was able to cast a paper ballot in person and even received the 'I voted today' sticker!"
"My husband and I voted today in Cincinnati, Ohio. The process was well explained and simple and there were plenty of trained workers on hand to help. I would definitely vote early again, given the opportunity." "I voted at 1:05 p.m.; ran over during lunch break (I work downtown); I was out by 1:40 p.m... It all went smoothly and I hope everyone makes an honest effort to get out early and vote and help deliver this state for Barack and Joe." "It was a piece of cake! There quite a few people there, they seemed very excited and relieved that the day had fianally arrived when they could cast their vote for Obama!"
"I went to Franklin County's early voting site at Veteran's Memorial. There were no long lines, the poll workers were helpful, and it was nothing but a positive experience. It sounds odd, but I thought that by voting early I'd be missing out on the experience and excitement of casting my vote on November 4th. Voting early turned out to be an energizing experience that I would do over again if I had the chance. I was able to cast a paper ballot in person and even received the 'I voted today' sticker!"
Sounds pretty simple, right? Just look up where you go to vote early in your county with this link, go out and vote for Barack, and then, knowing you've already voted, you can commit the next five weeks to getting others to vote for Barack too!
Did you already vote early? Want to report a problem, question, or share a good experience? Just use our Early Vote Share page, and let us know how it went!
Yesterday, mega-popular R&B and Soul musician John Legend held a series of rallies and impromptu performances, to encourage Ohio voters to get registered (by October 6th), and VOTE EARLY, which started today! But while the appearances in Columbus at OSU, Dayton at Wright State, and Cincinnati were all great events, none were more special than the one in Springfield--John's own hometown.
In front of a crowd of many long-time friends and family, John was introduced by his mother, who gave a rousing singing performance herself before talking about raising her child in Springfield. The occasion resonated even more potently for local Neighborhood Team Leader Mitchell, who started the Obama grass roots organization in Springfield out of her own home--which also happens to be the childhood home of John Legend himself. She said it was moving for her and the team she built to see John come back home for Obama:
I've known Johnny since he was little and about 4 years old. I remember him crossing the street with his piano sheet music tucked under his arm, on the way to school.
Between songs during the performance, and afterwards meeting with the crowd, John encouraged the people of the Springfield area to get registered and vote early. As he said over and over, he wanted to come back to Ohio because it's time the Buckeye state went "blue for Obama."
Don't know where to vote early? Click HERE for our Early Vote location page.
Still not registered? Or need an absentee ballot? Click HERE for VoteForChange.com, where you can get all your election needs taken care of.
