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Message from David Plouffe: Open Convention |
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on July 07, 2008 at 10:30 AM
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I wanted you to be the first to hear the news.
At the Democratic National Convention next month, we're going to kick off the general election with an event that opens up the political process the same way we've opened it up throughout this campaign.
Barack has made it clear that this is your convention, not his.
On Thursday, August 28th, he's scheduled to formally accept the Democratic nomination in a speech at the convention hall in front of the assembled delegates.
Instead, Barack will leave the convention hall and join more than 75,000 people for a huge, free, open-air event where he will deliver his acceptance speech to the American people.
It's going to be an amazing event, and Barack would like you to join him. Free tickets will become available as the date approaches, but we've reserved a special place for a few of the people who brought us this far and who continue to drive this campaign.
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Video: Barack in Independence |
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on July 03, 2008 at 4:03 PM
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Here is the video of Barack's full speech from Independence, Missouri: In his speech, Barack spoke about what patriotism means to him, both throughout his life and at this moment, as we begin the general election: At the beginning of a week when we celebrate the birth of our nation, I think it is fitting to pause for a moment and reflect on the meaning of patriotism... We do so in part because we are in the midst of war – more than one and a half million of our finest young men and women have now fought in Iraq and Afghanistan; over 60,000 have been wounded, and over 4,600 have been laid to rest. The costs of war have been great, and the debate surrounding our mission in Iraq has been fierce. It is natural, in light of such sacrifice by so many, to think more deeply about the commitments that bind us to our nation, and to each other.
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Tomorrow in your neighborhood |
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on June 27, 2008 at 5:05 PM
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Tomorrow, Obama supporters all across the country will be hosting more than 4,000 Unite for Change events.
If you haven't signed up for an event yet, there's still time to find one near you:
http://my.barackobama.com/uniteforchange
The goal of Unite for Change is to bring together people who supported all of the Democratic candidates, as well as Independents and even some Republicans. Obama supporters like you are reaching out to anyone who is tired of the politics of the past and looking for new solutions to the challenges we're facing.
People have signed up to host more than 4,000 events tomorrow -- and they need your help to bring change to their communities.
Here's what some Unite for Change event hosts have told us about their events:
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More than 3,000 events this Saturday |
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on June 24, 2008 at 4:07 PM
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Join us this Saturday, June 28th, for a Unite for Change house meeting near you.
Obama supporters will be opening their homes and reaching out to Democrats who supported other candidates in the primary, as well as Independents and even Republicans who are hungry for change.
There are more than 3,000 events planned in all 50 states -- find a Unite for Change house meeting near you and RSVP today:
http://my.barackobama.com/uniteforchange
House meetings are a great way to get to know your fellow supporters and help build a united volunteer organization in neighborhoods all across the country.
It doesn't matter if you've been with us since the beginning or if you're just tuning into the process now -- our goal is to reach out to anyone who is tired of the politics of the past and looking for new solutions to the challenges we're facing.
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Video: Barack on Jimmy Kimmel & Michelle on The View |
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on June 20, 2008 at 1:28 PM
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Barack and Michelle each made TV appearances this week.
Barack appeared as a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live, with topics including his high school basketball state championship and how he passes Father's Day.
Michelle Obama was a co-host on the morning show "The View" yesterday morning. She talked about Barack, her daughters, the campaign, and helped to interview guests.
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Barack: The Country I Love |
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on June 19, 2008 at 12:03 PM
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Our campaign announced the release of our first television advertisement for the general election today. This ad, entitled "Country I Love," will begin airing in eighteen states across the country tomorrow. This ad shows how our shared values have shaped Senator Obama's life. In this ad, Barack speaks about the core values this country was founded on and how they guided him to work hard for his education, to bypass jobs on Wall Street to work as a community organizer, and to lead the fight for America's families and veterans as an Illinois and United States Senator. It also presents Barack's record of passing laws to reform welfare, to cut taxes for working families, and to ensure that America's veterans have the health care they deserve. Sincerely, Scott & Martha @ Obama HQ |
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Video: Important Announcement from Barack |
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on June 19, 2008 at 10:09 AM
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The campaign sent out this email this morning... Friend -- Barack Obama recorded a video message with an important announcement that he wanted you to hear first: We have made a crucial decision that will impact how we compete in the general election, and it's important that you understand the decision, its implications, and the challenge ahead. Please take a moment to watch the video. Thank you, Scott & Martha @ Obama HQ Hi, this is Barack Obama. ... |
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Message from Al Gore: "My Endorsement"; Watch the Live Stream Tonight at 8:30 pm EDT |
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on June 16, 2008 at 1:37 PM
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A few hours from now I will step on stage in Detroit, Michigan to announce my support for Senator Barack Obama. From now through Election Day, I intend to do whatever I can to make sure he is elected President of the United States.
Over the next four years, we are going to face many difficult challenges -- including bringing our troops home from Iraq, fixing our economy, and solving the climate crisis. Barack Obama is clearly the candidate best able to solve these problems and bring change to America.
This moment and this election are too important to let pass without taking action.
That's why I am asking you to join me in showing your support by making a contribution to this campaign today:
https://donate.barackobama.com/gore
Over the past 18 months, Barack Obama has united a movement. He knows change does not come from 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue or Capitol Hill. It begins when people stand up and take action.
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Video: Obama Father's Day Speech |
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on June 15, 2008 at 3:53 PM
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Here's the full video of Barack's speech today at the Apostolic Church of God in Chicago: |
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Change that Works for You: Obama Vows to Protect Consumers |
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on June 12, 2008 at 7:48 PM
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At the latest stop in his Change that Works for You tour in Chicago this morning, Barack discussed his plan to protect consumers (remarks as prepeared)... Before we begin, I just wanted to say a word about the flooding devastating so many communities. We were scheduled to be holding this event in Iowa, but we decided to cancel it because we didn’t want to divert state resources from going to help with flood relief. My heart goes out to the families in Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois and across the Midwest, who have been forced to flee their own homes, and leave their businesses a... |
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