Obama cautious, vague in economic crisis
The Democratic nominee is clearly benefiting from the economic turmoil — despite a hazy understanding of his solutions.
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Obama cautious, vague in economic crisis
The Democratic nominee is clearly benefiting from the economic turmoil — despite a hazy understanding of his solutions.
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Obama cautious, vague in economic crisis
Message from David Plouffe: "Who is Barack Obama?"
Earlier today, Campaign Manager David Plouffe sent out an email with a special, behind the scenes look at Barack and his family at the Democratic National Convention… John McCain keeps asking this question at his rallies — then he gives answers that are shockingly false and negative. That’s why it’s vital that you sign up to volunteer for at least one day during the final days of this election. Voters won’t know the truth about Barack unless supporters like you reach out to them. I also wanted to share a video of personal moments from behind the scenes at the Democratic National Convention in Denver, so you can see Barack and Michelle as they are — decent, warm, and kind people with a loving family. Watch the video and get to know the Obamas a little better. Then sign up to volunteer on a crucial day before the Election: Our opponents try to stir up doubt and fear by questioning who Barack really is — as if after more than a decade in public office, more than 20 months on the campaign trail, dozens of debates, two books written by him and dozens more about him, people still don’t have enough information to decide for themselves who should lead our country. Millions of Americans have gotten to know Barack Obama as an American who’s devoted his life to things bigger than himself — his community, his country, and ordinary citizens looking for a voice. Our challenge now is to do the same — to devote these last weeks to a cause bigger than ourselves. These tough economic times make our cause more urgent and the stakes even higher. Barack needs your help to win this election and bring the change we need to Washington. Can you give a day of your time during the last four days of the election? Watch the video , share it with others , and get involved . Only 24 days remain until Election Day. Won’t you commit at least one to ensure our victory? David David Plouffe Campaign Manager Obama for America P.S. — You don’t have to wait till the four days before Election Day to get involved. Visit your state page to find events happening near you.
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Message from David Plouffe: "Who is Barack Obama?"
Earlier today, Campaign Manager David Plouffe sent out an email with a special, behind the scenes look at Barack and his family at the Democratic National Convention… John McCain keeps asking this question at his rallies — then he gives answers that are shockingly false and negative. That’s why it’s vital that you sign up to volunteer for at least one day during the final days of this election. Voters won’t know the truth about Barack unless supporters like you reach out to them. I also wanted to share a video of personal moments from behind the scenes at the Democratic National Convention in Denver, so you can see Barack and Michelle as they are — decent, warm, and kind people with a loving family. Watch the video and get to know the Obamas a little better. Then sign up to volunteer on a crucial day before the Election: Our opponents try to stir up doubt and fear by questioning who Barack really is — as if after more than a decade in public office, more than 20 months on the campaign trail, dozens of debates, two books written by him and dozens more about him, people still don’t have enough information to decide for themselves who should lead our country. Millions of Americans have gotten to know Barack Obama as an American who’s devoted his life to things bigger than himself — his community, his country, and ordinary citizens looking for a voice. Our challenge now is to do the same — to devote these last weeks to a cause bigger than ourselves. These tough economic times make our cause more urgent and the stakes even higher. Barack needs your help to win this election and bring the change we need to Washington. Can you give a day of your time during the last four days of the election? Watch the video , share it with others , and get involved . Only 24 days remain until Election Day. Won’t you commit at least one to ensure our victory? David David Plouffe Campaign Manager Obama for America P.S. — You don’t have to wait till the four days before Election Day to get involved. Visit your state page to find events happening near you.
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Message from David Plouffe: "Who is Barack Obama?"
Troopergate report: Palin abused authority
The report also found that Palin was within her “constitutional and statutory authority” to dismiss Monegan. See also: Full report
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Bush opposes gay-marriage ruling
Bush restates his support for a constitutional amendment defining marriage as between a man and a woman.
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Bush opposes gay-marriage ruling
Crowd boos after McCain says Obama not ‘an Arab’
At Minnesota town hall, McCain even yanked a microphone out of an audience member’s hand after she called Obama an "Arab."
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Jill Biden Calls Voters
Jill Biden stopped by the National Headquarters in Chicago to meet with volunteers and call voters in Pennsylvania earlier today. She talked to voters about why they should choose the Obama-Biden ticket this November. Using our Neighbor-to-Neighbor program, Jill called these voters from a computer in our volunteer center. She showed everyone how easy it is to log in to a my.barackobama.com account and find voters to call. The campaign is currently focusing on calling voters in battleground states. People are already casting early ballots in a number of states, which is why it’s especially important that our supporters call these voters now. You can make a big difference in states where the race is neck-and-neck by sharing crucial information about early and absentee voting. With just 25 days left before the election, time is running out to make direct personal contact with potential supporters. And there is no more powerful way to sway an undecided voter than a one-on-one conversation with a supporter like you. As the McCain campaign tries to smear Barack’s character and distract voters from the issues that matter, your phone calls are more important than ever. It’s going to come down to what supporters like you do — or don’t do — right now. Sign on to your my.barackobama.com account right now and use Neighbor-to-Neighbor .
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Jill Biden stopped by the National Headquarters in Chicago to meet with volunteers and call voters in Pennsylvania earlier today. She talked to voters about why they should choose the Obama-Biden ticket this November. Using our Neighbor-to-Neighbor program, Jill called these voters from a computer in our volunteer center. She showed everyone how easy it is to log in to a my.barackobama.com account and find voters to call. The campaign is currently focusing on calling voters in battleground states. People are already casting early ballots in a number of states, which is why it’s especially important that our supporters call these voters now. You can make a big difference in states where the race is neck-and-neck by sharing crucial information about early and absentee voting. With just 25 days left before the election, time is running out to make direct personal contact with potential supporters. And there is no more powerful way to sway an undecided voter than a one-on-one conversation with a supporter like you. As the McCain campaign tries to smear Barack’s character and distract voters from the issues that matter, your phone calls are more important than ever. It’s going to come down to what supporters like you do — or don’t do — right now. Sign on to your my.barackobama.com account right now and use Neighbor-to-Neighbor .
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Report: Palin abused authority
Legislative committee say Palin abused her authority in firing the state’s public safety commissioner.
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Report: Palin abused authority
Obama Statement on New Treasury Equity Initiative
Senator Obama just issued this statement on the new Treasury Equity initiative… There are many causes of this economic crisis, and it’s critical that we respond using all the tools that we currently have. That’s why I support Secretary Paulson’s latest initiative to use the authority we gave him in the financial rescue plan to provide more capital to our financial institutions so that they have money to lend to families and businesses. He should implement this plan quickly, aggressively, and ensure that it protects taxpayers, does not reward CEOs, and is limited in duration. As financial conditions evolve, the government should be prepared to take all additional action necessary to maintain market confidence, including extending broader guarantees in the financial system. And the United States must step up its efforts to work with the G-7 and our other allies to ensure a globally coordinated solution. This is not a time for ideology, but a time for common sense and pragmatism. The test of any idea must not be whether it is liberal or conservative, but whether it works for the American people. That’s what we should all be focused on in the days ahead to restore strength and prosperity to our economy.
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For Palin, some pork is kosher
When it comes to spending money on initiatives, Palin has been fickle about which she supports and which she decries as wasteful spending.
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