AudacityBarackObama

bzo: Open Thread: What Do You Carry? http://tinyurl.com/2xbnx7

2008-02-02T03:23:00.009-08:00

For many, campaign stop was event of a lifetime

2008-02-02T03:23:00.007-08:00

For many, campaign stop was event of a lifetime

By CHRISTINA M. WOODS AND KATHY MANWEILER

Roughly 3,000 people packed into Butler Community College buildings to see Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama -- 2,300 in the school's gym and the rest in two overflow venues, according to a campus official.

As he spoke, people of different races and ages stood shoulder to shoulder and cheered Obama's goal of unifying the country.

Some in the crowd thought they were witnessing a special moment in history. Here are their stories:

Read the full article from The Wichita Eagle

09.06.06 Africa Trip Recap

2008-02-02T03:23:00.005-08:00

Senator Obama just returned from a 15-day trip to Africa where he visited South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Djibouti and Chad. He discusses his tour of Robben Island prison, meeting with U.S. troops, visiting refugee camps of those fleeing the genocide in Darfur and the need for addressing Africa's growing AIDS epidemic.

11.15.06 Senate Democratic Majority

2008-02-02T03:23:00.003-08:00

11.15.06 Senate Democratic Majority

Senator Obama discusses the new Senate Democratic majority and upcoming legislation, including an increase in the minimum wage, implementing all of the 9/11 Commission recommendations and a real energy policy.

Obama rally draws 13,000 to Coliseum

2008-02-02T03:23:00.001-08:00

Obama rally draws 13,000 to Coliseum

By Anne Ryman

Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama challenged Arizona to seize the moment and said the time for change is now during a rally on Wednesday in Phoenix.

"I believe change in America does not happen from the top down. It happens from the bottom up," the Illinois senator said to a crowd of more than 13,000 at Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

Obama covered health care, education, immigration and foreign relations during his nearly 50-minute speech.

Read the full article from The Arizona Republic

Mlsif: in Israel. sunny and warm. tomorrow in Jerusalem.

2008-02-02T03:22:00.009-08:00

Mlsif: in Israel. sunny and warm. tomorrow in Jerusalem.

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 437: H R 2764

2008-02-02T03:22:00.007-08:00

Question: On the Amendment.

Bill: H R 2764

Vote description: Feingold Amdt. No. 3875; To provide for the safe redeployment of United States troops from Iraq.

Result: Rejected, 24-71, with 5 not voting.

Barack Obama voted Not Voting.

bzo: Open Thread: What Do You Carry? http://tinyurl.com/2xbnx7

2008-02-02T03:22:00.005-08:00

bzo: Open Thread: What Do You Carry? http://tinyurl.com/2xbnx7

2008-02-02T03:22:00.003-08:00

bzo: Open Thread: What Do You Carry? http://tinyurl.com/2xbnx7

Obama says he, voters can change America

2008-02-02T03:22:00.001-08:00

Obama says he, voters can change America

By CHARLES J. DEAN

Sen. Barack Obama exhorted an overflow crowd of 11,000-plus emotional supporters Sunday afternoon to change America, delivering a message of hope, unity and change in an event that was part rock concert and part old time church revival.

"There is nothing we cannot do if the American people decide it is time," Obama told the cheering crowd at UAB's Bartow Arena. "There is a moment in the life of every generation, if it is to make its mark on history, its spirit has to come through. This is our moment."

Then in the soaring rhetoric that has marked so many of his speeches over the past month, Obama brought the crowd to its feet.

"This is our time. And, if you're willing to stand with us, and if you're willing to march with me and organize with me and vote for me, I promise you we will not just win the nomination, we will win the general election, and you and I together will transform this country, and we will transform the world," Obama said as the crowd filled the arena with shattering applause and shouts of, "Obama, Obama, Obama!"

Read the full article from The Birmingham News

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 1: H R 4986

2008-02-02T00:21:00.001-08:00

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 1: H R 4986

Question: On Passage of the Bill.

Bill: H R 4986

Vote description: H.R.4986; National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008

Result: Passed, 91-3, with 6 not voting.

Barack Obama voted Not Voting.

Obama says he, voters can change America

2008-02-02T00:20:00.017-08:00

Obama says he, voters can change America

By CHARLES J. DEAN

Then in the soaring rhetoric that has marked so many of his speeches over the past month, Obama brought the crowd to its feet.

Read the full article from The Birmingham News

Obama speaks to middle-class dreams

2008-02-02T00:20:00.015-08:00

Obama speaks to middle-class dreams

Wichita Eagle-Editorial

Kansas got its first close-up look at Barack Obama Tuesday in El Dorado, where hundreds braved driving snow to hear him call for restoring integrity to government and hope to the American middle-class dream.

His ability to inspire hope and involvement, especially among young people, is a rare gift and helps explain why he has become a political phenomenon.

It also explains why a growing number of veteran Democratic leaders have embraced his candidacy -- they recognize political lightning when they see it.

Gov. Kathleen Sebelius cited Obama's rare leadership skills in giving her "enthusiastic" support to Obama at the event. Her endorsement even raised speculation of an Obama-Sebelius ticket. Could they put a red state into play for the Democrats?

Give Obama credit for even making that seem possible.

Obama, perhaps most effectively among the field of candidates, is tapping into a yearning in the electorate for a government that is principled and responsive and improves people's lives -- in short, a government that works.

Read the full article from The Wichita Eagle

Rep. Grijalva switches to Obama from Edwards

2008-02-02T00:20:00.013-08:00

Rep. Grijalva switches to Obama from Edwards

By Paul Davenport

Democratic U.S. Rep. Raul Grijalva of Arizona is endorsing Barack Obama after earlier backing John Edwards in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination.

Grijalva cited Obama's electability and his intention to "fundamentally change the rules of the game" in Washington, according to a statement obtained by The Associated Press in advance of a planned Tuesday conference call with reporters.

Read the full article from The Associated Press

01.31.07 Iraq War De-escalation Act

2008-02-02T00:20:00.011-08:00

01.31.07 Iraq War De-escalation Act

Senator Obama discusses legislation he introduced yesterday: the Iraq War De-escalation Act of 2007.

"This plan would not only place a cap on the number of troops in Iraq and stop the escalation, more importantly, it would begin a phased redeployment of U.S. forces with the goal of removing of all U.S. combat forces from Iraq by March 31st, 2008 - consistent with the expectations of the bipartisan Iraq study group that the President has so assiduously ignored."

Editorial: Our nation needs a Democrat; Obama's a better choice

2008-02-02T00:20:00.009-08:00

Editorial: Our nation needs a Democrat; Obama's a better choice

By Santa Fe New Mexican Editorial Board

...His honesty will confound those trying to twist voters' perception of him and the working-people's party; his genuineness will disarm critics jaded over politics-by-rote; his academic brilliance and organizing skills will allow him to handle the complexities of the presidency; and his oratorical skills and compelling personality will inspire a long-lax nation to get off its collective butt and achieve what we're capable of.

New Mexico Democrats can catch an exciting new wave with votes for Barack Obama on Tuesday.

Read the full article from The Santa Fe New Mexican

09.14.06 Coburn-Obama Transparency Bill

2008-02-02T00:20:00.007-08:00

Senator Obama discusses the Coburn-Obama Transparency Bill, which creates a public searchable website of all federal spending. This will allow the American people to find out where their tax dollars are going. It's been passed by both the House and the Senate and the President has indicated he'll sign it in to law, possibly next week.

09.20.06 Energy Independence Speech - MoveOn Progressive Vision Series

2008-02-02T00:20:00.005-08:00

Senator Obama delivered this speech to 700 students of Georgetown University today as part of the MoveOn Progressive Vision series.

"In the middle of the Cold War, we built a national highway system so we had a quick way to transport military equipment across the country. When we wanted to beat the Russians into space, we poured millions into a national education initiative that graduated thousands of new scientists and engineers. If we hope to strengthen our security and create hundreds of thousands of new jobs, we can offer no less of a commitment to energy independence."

LukeWalker: who doesnt love the waffle house?

2008-02-02T00:20:00.003-08:00

LukeWalker: who doesnt love the waffle house?

Sen. Kennedy Backs Obama for President

2008-02-02T00:20:00.001-08:00

By David Espo

Two generations of Kennedys - the Democratic Party's best known political family - endorsed Barack Obama for president on Monday, with Sen. Edward M. Kennedy calling him a "man with extraordinary gifts of leadership and character," a worthy heir to his assassinated brother.

"I feel change in the air," Kennedy said in remarks...

..."I believe that a wave of change is moving across America," Kennedy said.

Read the full article from The Associated Press

03.22.07 Dignity for Our Wounded Warriors

2008-02-01T21:17:00.019-08:00

03.22.07 Dignity for Our Wounded Warriors

Senator Obama discusses the serious problems uncovered at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and the need to ensure the men and women recovering at military hospitals across the world get the best care we can offer.

Editorial: Our nation needs a Democrat; Obama's a better choice

2008-02-01T21:17:00.017-08:00

Editorial: Our nation needs a Democrat; Obama's a better choice

By Santa Fe New Mexican Editorial Board

New Mexico Democrats can catch an exciting new wave with votes for Barack Obama on Tuesday.

Read the full article from The Santa Fe New Mexican

09.20.06 Energy Independence Speech - MoveOn Progressive Vision Series

2008-02-01T21:17:00.015-08:00

Senator Obama delivered this speech to 700 students of Georgetown University today as part of the MoveOn Progressive Vision series.

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 441: On the Motion

2008-02-01T21:17:00.013-08:00

Question: On the Motion.

Category: Motion

Vote description: Reid Motion to Concur in House Amdt. No. 1 to Senate Amdt. to H.R. 2764; Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2008

Result: Agreed to, 76-17, with 1 voting Present and 6 not voting.

Barack Obama voted Not Voting.

QueenofSpain: @conniereece that depends, are you going to have your curse word detector on? and how much will you tattle on me to @susanreynolds :)

2008-02-01T21:17:00.011-08:00

Partnership for Public Service: Q and A with Tim Russert

2008-02-01T21:17:00.009-08:00

Yesterday, Senator Obama took part in a question and answer session hosted by Meet the Press host Tim Russert at the Warner Theatre in downtown Washington. It was part of the fourth annual summer intern event sponsored by the Partnership for Public Service.

Senator Obama talks about how he got his start in public service and the need for young people to get involved with their government.

For more information on the Partnership for Public Service, please visit www.ourpublicservice.org.

09.20.06 Energy Independence Speech - MoveOn Progressive Vision Series

2008-02-01T21:17:00.007-08:00

Senator Obama delivered this speech to 700 students of Georgetown University today as part of the MoveOn Progressive Vision series.

Congressmen Larson, Murphy to endorse Barack Obama

2008-02-01T21:17:00.005-08:00

By Staff Written

Connecticut Congressmen John Larson and Chris Murphy threw their support to Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama on Thursday ahead of his planned visit to the state next week.

Larson, whose 1st District includes Hartford and the surrounding towns, is vice chairman of the House Democratic caucus. Murphy, whose 5th District covers the western part of the state, is a freshman House member.

Read the full article from The Associated Press

velo_city: Thanks, @prettywar - if it's sunny I may try for some photos somewhere...

2008-02-01T21:17:00.003-08:00

velo_city: Thanks, @prettywar - if it's sunny I may try for some photos somewhere...

Obama Mines Small, Traditionally Red States

2008-02-01T21:17:00.001-08:00

Obama Mines Small, Traditionally Red States

By Peter Slevin

More than just a trip to his Kansas roots, Sen. Barack Obama's visit to his grandfather's home town Tuesday is part of a broad and unorthodox strategy to build support in Republican-dominated states.

In Kansas and Idaho, Utah and Alaska, Obama's goal is to win delegates on Feb. 5 and to convince voters that he can compete where Democrats normally cannot.

It was October when Obama's first paid staffers arrived here -- a state that offers just 32 delegates -- three months before Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton's earliest organizers. Eighteen Obama workers now cover Kansas, and the Clinton team has three.

Two members of Congress stumped for Obama here last weekend...

Read the full article from The Washington Post

01.08.07 Ethics Legislation: A Chance to Change the Game

2008-02-01T19:14:00.019-08:00

01.08.07 Ethics Legislation: A Chance to Change the Game

Senator Obama discusses the need for new ethics legislation with the start of the 110th Congress.

"On Election Day, the American people sent a clear message to Washington: Clean up your act.

After a year in which too many scandals revealed the influence special interests wield over Washington, it's no surprise that so many incumbents were defeated and that polls said "corruption" was the grievance cited most frequently by the voters."

Toni Morrison Endorses Obama

2008-02-01T19:14:00.017-08:00

By Jeff Zeleny

In a letter to Senator Barack Obama, Ms. Morrison outlines her support for his candidacy, saying "this is one of those singular moments that nations ignore at their peril."

Her decision, she explains, is not rooted in Mr. Obama's race. ("I would not support you if that was all you had to offer or because it might make me proud," Ms. Morrison wrote.)

...Her decision, she continued, is rooted in the prospect of finding a prescient leader. ("In addition to keen intelligence, integrity and a rare authenticity, you exhibit something that has nothing to do with age, experience, race or gender and something I don't see in other candidates. That something is a creative imagination which, coupled with brilliance, equals wisdom," she wrote.)

Read the full article from The New York Times

03.22.07 Dignity for Our Wounded Warriors

2008-02-01T19:14:00.015-08:00

03.22.07 Dignity for Our Wounded Warriors

01.08.07 Ethics Legislation: A Chance to Change the Game

2008-02-01T19:14:00.013-08:00

01.08.07 Ethics Legislation: A Chance to Change the Game

Senator Obama discusses the need for new ethics legislation with the start of the 110th Congress.

"On Election Day, the American people sent a clear message to Washington: Clean up your act.

pcalcado: facebook+orkut+linkedin cleaned

2008-02-01T19:14:00.011-08:00

pcalcado: facebook+orkut+linkedin cleaned

pcalcado: now bloglines... sigh

2008-02-01T19:14:00.009-08:00

Obama speaks to middle-class dreams

2008-02-01T19:14:00.007-08:00

Obama speaks to middle-class dreams

Wichita Eagle-Editorial

His ability to inspire hope and involvement, especially among young people, is a rare gift and helps explain why he has become a political phenomenon.

It also explains why a growing number of veteran Democratic leaders have embraced his candidacy -- they recognize political lightning when they see it.

Give Obama credit for even making that seem possible.

Read the full article from The Wichita Eagle

MarilynM: listening to j tune snare drum he (we) just bought. (recording session in marin county tomorrow.)

2008-02-01T19:14:00.005-08:00

MarilynM: listening to j tune snare drum he (we) just bought. (recording session in marin county tomorrow.)

09.06.06 Africa Trip Recap

2008-02-01T19:14:00.003-08:00

09.06.06 Africa Trip Recap

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 441: On the Motion

2008-02-01T19:14:00.001-08:00

Question: On the Motion.

Category: Motion

Vote description: Reid Motion to Concur in House Amdt. No. 1 to Senate Amdt. to H.R. 2764; Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2008

Result: Agreed to, 76-17, with 1 voting Present and 6 not voting.

Barack Obama voted Not Voting.

Editorial: Our nation needs a Democrat; Obama's a better choice

2008-02-01T07:10:00.007-08:00

Editorial: Our nation needs a Democrat; Obama's a better choice

By Santa Fe New Mexican Editorial Board

New Mexico Democrats can catch an exciting new wave with votes for Barack Obama on Tuesday.

Read the full article from The Santa Fe New Mexican

Obama rally draws 13,000 to Coliseum

2008-02-01T07:10:00.005-08:00

By Anne Ryman

Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama challenged Arizona to seize the moment and said the time for change is now during a rally on Wednesday in Phoenix.

"I believe change in America does not happen from the top down. It happens from the bottom up," the Illinois senator said to a crowd of more than 13,000 at Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

Obama covered health care, education, immigration and foreign relations during his nearly 50-minute speech.

Read the full article from The Arizona Republic

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 2: S 2248

2008-02-01T07:10:00.003-08:00

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 2: S 2248

Question: On the Motion to Table.

Bill: S 2248

Vote description: Motion to Table Committee on the Judiciary Reported Substitute Amendment, as Modified, to S.2248; FISA Amendments Act of 2007

Result: Agreed to, 60-36, with 4 not voting.

Barack Obama voted Not Voting.

tbisaacs: Wishes slideshare.net would pedal faster. Sheesh.

2008-02-01T07:10:00.001-08:00

tbisaacs: Wishes slideshare.net would pedal faster. Sheesh.

Congressmen Larson, Murphy to endorse Barack Obama

2008-02-01T07:09:00.011-08:00

By Staff Written

Connecticut Congressmen John Larson and Chris Murphy threw their support to Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama on Thursday ahead of his planned visit to the state next week.

Read the full article from The Associated Press

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 441: On the Motion

2008-02-01T07:09:00.009-08:00

Question: On the Motion.

Category: Motion

Vote description: Reid Motion to Concur in House Amdt. No. 1 to Senate Amdt. to H.R. 2764; Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2008

Result: Agreed to, 76-17, with 1 voting Present and 6 not voting.

Barack Obama voted Not Voting.

Obama speaks to middle-class dreams

2008-02-01T07:09:00.007-08:00

Obama speaks to middle-class dreams

Wichita Eagle-Editorial

His ability to inspire hope and involvement, especially among young people, is a rare gift and helps explain why he has become a political phenomenon.

It also explains why a growing number of veteran Democratic leaders have embraced his candidacy -- they recognize political lightning when they see it.

Give Obama credit for even making that seem possible.

Read the full article from The Wichita Eagle

tombogman: Dju, weer te laat met @trivialtime, proficiat @float

2008-02-01T07:09:00.005-08:00

tombogman: Dju, weer te laat met @trivialtime, proficiat @float

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 441: On the Motion

2008-02-01T07:09:00.003-08:00

Question: On the Motion.

Category: Motion

Vote description: Reid Motion to Concur in House Amdt. No. 1 to Senate Amdt. to H.R. 2764; Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2008

Result: Agreed to, 76-17, with 1 voting Present and 6 not voting.

Barack Obama voted Not Voting.

Obama says he, voters can change America

2008-02-01T07:09:00.001-08:00

Obama says he, voters can change America

By CHARLES J. DEAN

Then in the soaring rhetoric that has marked so many of his speeches over the past month, Obama brought the crowd to its feet.

Read the full article from The Birmingham News

Congressmen Larson, Murphy to endorse Barack Obama

2008-02-01T05:07:00.005-08:00

Congressmen Larson, Murphy to endorse Barack Obama

By Staff Written

Connecticut Congressmen John Larson and Chris Murphy threw their support to Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama on Thursday ahead of his planned visit to the state next week.

Read the full article from The Associated Press

03.22.07 Dignity for Our Wounded Warriors

2008-02-01T05:07:00.003-08:00

03.22.07 Dignity for Our Wounded Warriors

Editorial: Our nation needs a Democrat; Obama's a better choice

2008-02-01T05:07:00.001-08:00

Editorial: Our nation needs a Democrat; Obama's a better choice

By Santa Fe New Mexican Editorial Board

New Mexico Democrats can catch an exciting new wave with votes for Barack Obama on Tuesday.

Read the full article from The Santa Fe New Mexican

Yedda: Femalesoldier answered MaryK's question "...Glad to help!" http://tinyurl.com/37a74c

2008-02-01T05:06:00.013-08:00

Yedda: Femalesoldier answered MaryK's question "...Glad to help!" http://tinyurl.com/37a74c

2008-02-01T05:06:00.011-08:00

Yedda: Femalesoldier answered MaryK's question "...Glad to help!" http://tinyurl.com/37a74c

thehivemind: Feeling a bit sluggish this morning. I really want to be in my bed sleeping rather than working.

2008-02-01T05:06:00.009-08:00

thehivemind: Feeling a bit sluggish this morning. I really want to be in my bed sleeping rather than working.

Polledemaagt: Heb even een mail gestuurd naar info at wie-o-wie dot nl

2008-02-01T05:06:00.007-08:00

Kamkam: Just made it throught the snow storm. Excited it is Friday!

2008-02-01T05:06:00.005-08:00

Kamkam: Just made it throught the snow storm. Excited it is Friday!

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 440: On the Motion

2008-02-01T05:06:00.003-08:00

Question: On the Motion.

Category: Motion

Vote description: Reid Motion to Concur in House Amdt. No. 1 to Senate Amdt. To H.R. 2764, with an Amdt. No. 3877; Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2008

Result: Rejected, 48-46, with 6 not voting.

Barack Obama voted Not Voting.

Polledemaagt: Heb even een mail gestuurd naar info at wie-o-wie dot nl

2008-02-01T05:06:00.001-08:00

Partnership for Public Service: Q and A with Tim Russert

2008-02-01T00:03:00.005-08:00

Senator Obama talks about how he got his start in public service and the need for young people to get involved with their government.

For more information on the Partnership for Public Service, please visit www.ourpublicservice.org.

laluna_negra: listening to Lisa Loeb ? Acoustic "Stay (I Missed You)": http://www.last.fm/music/Lisa+Loeb http://tinyurl.com/yqnxeb

2008-02-01T00:03:00.003-08:00

laluna_negra: listening to Lisa Loeb ? Acoustic "Stay (I Missed You)": http://www.last.fm/music/Lisa+Loeb http://tinyurl.com/yqnxeb

pipes2plagger: Slash dot Japan | animated picture "of Monju" accident leak http://tinyurl.com/2wgbfv

2008-02-01T00:03:00.001-08:00

pipes2plagger: Slash dot Japan | animated picture "of Monju" accident leak http://tinyurl.com/2wgbfv

01.08.07 Ethics Legislation: A Chance to Change the Game

2008-02-01T00:02:00.013-08:00

Senator Obama discusses the need for new ethics legislation with the start of the 110th Congress.

"On Election Day, the American people sent a clear message to Washington: Clean up your act.

laluna_negra: listening to Red Hot Chili Peppers ? Breaking the Girl: http://www.last.fm/music/Red+Hot.. http://tinyurl.com/262gop

2008-02-01T00:02:00.011-08:00

laluna_negra: listening to Red Hot Chili Peppers ? Breaking the Girl: http://www.last.fm/music/Red+Hot.. http://tinyurl.com/262gop

Obama rally draws 13,000 to Coliseum

2008-02-01T00:02:00.009-08:00

Obama rally draws 13,000 to Coliseum

By Anne Ryman

Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama challenged Arizona to seize the moment and said the time for change is now during a rally on Wednesday in Phoenix.

"I believe change in America does not happen from the top down. It happens from the bottom up," the Illinois senator said to a crowd of more than 13,000 at Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

Obama covered health care, education, immigration and foreign relations during his nearly 50-minute speech.

Read the full article from The Arizona Republic

Obama speaks to middle-class dreams

2008-02-01T00:02:00.007-08:00

Wichita Eagle-Editorial

His ability to inspire hope and involvement, especially among young people, is a rare gift and helps explain why he has become a political phenomenon.

It also explains why a growing number of veteran Democratic leaders have embraced his candidacy -- they recognize political lightning when they see it.

Give Obama credit for even making that seem possible.

Read the full article from The Wichita Eagle

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 4: On the Cloture Motion

2008-02-01T00:02:00.005-08:00

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 4: On the Cloture Motion

Question: On the Cloture Motion.

Category: Cloture

Vote description: Motion to Invoke Cloture on Amdt. No. 3918 to S. 2248; Relative to the extension of the Protect America Act of 2007.

Result: Rejected, 48-45, with 7 not voting.

Barack Obama voted Yes.

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 3: On the Cloture Motion

2008-02-01T00:02:00.003-08:00

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 3: On the Cloture Motion

Question: On the Cloture Motion.

Category: Cloture

Vote description: Motion to Invoke Cloture on Amdt. No. 3911 to S. 2248; In the nature of a substitute.

Result: Rejected, 48-45, with 7 not voting.

Barack Obama voted No.

03.22.07 Dignity for Our Wounded Warriors

2008-02-01T00:02:00.001-08:00

03.22.07 Dignity for Our Wounded Warriors

Bay Area Congresswoman Eshoo Endorses Obama

2008-01-31T21:20:00.001-08:00

By Staff Written

Rep. Anna Eshoo, D-Menlo Park, endorsed Sen. Barack Obama for president on Wednesday.

Eshoo is the second Silicon Valley congresswoman to endorse the Illinois senator. Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-San Jose, endorsed Obama earlier this month.

Read the full article from CBS5

pipes2plagger: ???? cultural sphere, in Kanda while expanding white-collar worker made sushi - ITmedia News http://tinyurl.com/36xnbw

2008-01-31T21:19:00.001-08:00

Homeland Security Appropriations

2008-01-31T21:18:00.007-08:00

Senator Obama discusses the Homeland Security Appropriations bill.

"Common sense dictates that the areas at greatest risk deserve our greatest attention, but unfortunately, too many in Congress are focused more on political handouts than strategic funding. The Senate will likely again vote down legislation I cosponsored to make homeland security funding more risk based."

Partnership for Public Service: Q and A with Tim Russert

2008-01-31T21:18:00.005-08:00

Partnership for Public Service: Q and A with Tim Russert

Senator Obama talks about how he got his start in public service and the need for young people to get involved with their government.

For more information on the Partnership for Public Service, please visit www.ourpublicservice.org.

Obama’s $32 Million Haul

2008-01-31T21:18:00.003-08:00

By Jeff Zeleny

A $32 million month.

That's how much Senator Barack Obama has raised so far in January, according to his campaign manager, David Plouffe, who announced the first fundraising tally of 2008. The campaign attracted 170,000 new contributors during the month, he said.

"Obviously this contest could go on for some time in the primary.'' Mr. Plouffe said, speaking to reporters on a conference call earlier this morning. "We think the strength of our financial position and the number of donors does speak to financial sustainability."

"If this ends up going through March and April, we think we're going to have the resources necessary to conduct vigorous campaigns in every state to come."

Read the full article from The New York Times

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 441: On the Motion

2008-01-31T21:18:00.001-08:00

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 441: On the Motion

Question: On the Motion.

Category: Motion

Vote description: Reid Motion to Concur in House Amdt. No. 1 to Senate Amdt. to H.R. 2764; Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2008

Result: Agreed to, 76-17, with 1 voting Present and 6 not voting.

Barack Obama voted Not Voting.

Obama speaks to middle-class dreams

2008-01-31T21:15:00.001-08:00

Obama speaks to middle-class dreams

Wichita Eagle-Editorial

His ability to inspire hope and involvement, especially among young people, is a rare gift and helps explain why he has become a political phenomenon.

It also explains why a growing number of veteran Democratic leaders have embraced his candidacy -- they recognize political lightning when they see it.

Give Obama credit for even making that seem possible.

Read the full article from The Wichita Eagle

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 3: On the Cloture Motion

2008-01-31T21:12:00.001-08:00

Question: On the Cloture Motion.

Category: Cloture

Vote description: Motion to Invoke Cloture on Amdt. No. 3911 to S. 2248; In the nature of a substitute.

Result: Rejected, 48-45, with 7 not voting.

Barack Obama voted No.

Obama’s $32 Million Haul

2008-01-31T21:10:00.001-08:00

By Jeff Zeleny

A $32 million month.

"If this ends up going through March and April, we think we're going to have the resources necessary to conduct vigorous campaigns in every state to come."

Read the full article from The New York Times

batterista: Holy smokes, what an outage that was!

2008-01-31T21:06:00.001-08:00

Fuel Economy Reform Act

2008-01-31T18:59:00.001-08:00

Fuel Economy Reform Act

The Fuel Economy Reform Act of 2006 seeks to break the decades-long logjam on increasing fuel economy standards by taking a new, more flexible approach. Learn more about the bill.

peeja: (And I couldn't be more pleased.)

2008-01-31T18:58:00.017-08:00

peeja: (And I couldn't be more pleased.)

Call to Renewal Keynote

2008-01-31T18:58:00.015-08:00

Call to Renewal Keynote

Senator Obama spoke at the Call to Renewal Conference sponsored by Sojourners earlier to day. He spoke of the role of religion in politics.

"This is why, if we truly hope to speak to people where they're at - to communicate our hopes and values in a way that's relevant to their own - we cannot abandon the field of religious discourse.

Because when we ignore the debate about what it means to be a good Christian or Muslim or Jew; when we discuss religion only in the negative sense of where or how it should not be practiced, rather than in the positive sense of what it tells us about our obligations towards one another; when we shy away from religious venues and religious broadcasts because we assume that we will be unwelcome - others will fill the vacuum, those with the most insular views of faith, or those who cynically use religion to justify partisan ends.

In other words, if we don't reach out to evangelical Christians and other religious Americans and tell them what we stand for, Jerry Falwell's and Pat Robertson's will continue to hold sway."

Toni Morrison Endorses Obama

2008-01-31T18:58:00.013-08:00

Toni Morrison Endorses Obama

By Jeff Zeleny

In a letter to Senator Barack Obama, Ms. Morrison outlines her support for his candidacy, saying "this is one of those singular moments that nations ignore at their peril."

Her decision, she explains, is not rooted in Mr. Obama's race. ("I would not support you if that was all you had to offer or because it might make me proud," Ms. Morrison wrote.)

Read the full article from The New York Times

Sen. Kennedy Backs Obama for President

2008-01-31T18:58:00.011-08:00

Sen. Kennedy Backs Obama for President

By David Espo

"I feel change in the air," Kennedy said in remarks...

..."I believe that a wave of change is moving across America," Kennedy said.

Read the full article from The Associated Press

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 442: On the Nomination

2008-01-31T18:58:00.009-08:00

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 442: On the Nomination

Question: On the Nomination.

Category: Nomination

Vote description: Confirmation John Daniel Tinder, of Indiana, to be U.S. Circuit Judge

Result: Confirmed, 93-0, with 7 not voting.

Barack Obama voted Not Voting.

11.15.06 Senate Democratic Majority

2008-01-31T18:58:00.007-08:00

Obama says he, voters can change America

2008-01-31T18:58:00.005-08:00

Obama says he, voters can change America

By CHARLES J. DEAN

Then in the soaring rhetoric that has marked so many of his speeches over the past month, Obama brought the crowd to its feet.

Read the full article from The Birmingham News

Bay Area Congresswoman Eshoo Endorses Obama

2008-01-31T18:58:00.003-08:00

By Staff Written

Rep. Anna Eshoo, D-Menlo Park, endorsed Sen. Barack Obama for president on Wednesday.

Eshoo is the second Silicon Valley congresswoman to endorse the Illinois senator. Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-San Jose, endorsed Obama earlier this month.

Read the full article from CBS5

Sen. Kennedy Backs Obama for President

2008-01-31T18:58:00.001-08:00

Sen. Kennedy Backs Obama for President

By David Espo

"I feel change in the air," Kennedy said in remarks...

..."I believe that a wave of change is moving across America," Kennedy said.

Read the full article from The Associated Press

Obama for the Democrats

2008-01-31T03:55:00.019-08:00

Obama for the Democrats

Seattle Times Editorial Board

After seven years of George Bush's failed presidency, after five years of unnecessary war in Iraq, America is ready to write a new narrative. All candidates favor the now-bromidic slogan: change. Only one candidate truly embraces the yearnings this word represents.

The Seattle Times endorses Sen. Barack Obama for the Democratic nomination for president. He has the grasp, temperament and skills to right our standing in the world. He has broad insight and specific ideas to assuage our own hardworking citizens' fears of an economy turning sour.

Obama has thoughtful plans to help citizens with everyday problems: middle-class tax breaks; elimination of income tax for seniors earning less than $50,000; health care for minors.

Read the full article from The Seattle Times

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 437: H R 2764

2008-01-31T03:55:00.017-08:00

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 437: H R 2764

Question: On the Amendment.

Bill: H R 2764

Vote description: Feingold Amdt. No. 3875; To provide for the safe redeployment of United States troops from Iraq.

Result: Rejected, 24-71, with 5 not voting.

Barack Obama voted Not Voting.

Portfolio: High Anxiety: Bankers and others on Wall Street continue to hold their breath as they attempt to surviv.. http://tinyurl.com/ypc8l8

2008-01-31T03:55:00.015-08:00

09.26.06 Transparency Act and Chemical Plant Security

2008-01-31T03:55:00.013-08:00

09.26.06 Transparency Act and Chemical Plant Security

Senator Obama discusses the "Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act" being signed in to law today, as well as the chemical plant security legislation agreed upon by House and Senate negotiators last week that is far too weak and fails to adequately protect American lives.

Obama Mines Small, Traditionally Red States

2008-01-31T03:55:00.011-08:00

Obama Mines Small, Traditionally Red States

By Peter Slevin

In Kansas and Idaho, Utah and Alaska, Obama's goal is to win delegates on Feb. 5 and to convince voters that he can compete where Democrats normally cannot.

Two members of Congress stumped for Obama here last weekend...

Read the full article from The Washington Post

For many, campaign stop was event of a lifetime

2008-01-31T03:55:00.009-08:00

For many, campaign stop was event of a lifetime

By CHRISTINA M. WOODS AND KATHY MANWEILER

As he spoke, people of different races and ages stood shoulder to shoulder and cheered Obama's goal of unifying the country.

Some in the crowd thought they were witnessing a special moment in history. Here are their stories:

Read the full article from The Wichita Eagle

Obama for the Democrats

2008-01-31T03:55:00.007-08:00

Seattle Times Editorial Board

Obama has thoughtful plans to help citizens with everyday problems: middle-class tax breaks; elimination of income tax for seniors earning less than $50,000; health care for minors.

Read the full article from The Seattle Times

Barack Obama: The new generation

2008-01-31T03:55:00.005-08:00

St. Louis Post-Dispatch Editorial Board

...Barack Obama is aware of yesterday, but he is about today and tomorrow and next year. In a strong field of Democratic presidential contenders, he offers the best hope of transforming the debate and moving on to what America can be in the 21st century.

...Already he has energized thousands of voters who had written off politics or never bothered to get involved. It's exciting to think of what that might mean.

...Comets don't come around that often. In January of 1961, Ann Dunham Obama was six weeks pregnant with Barack Obama Sr.'s child when President Kennedy said at his inauguration that "the torch has been passed to a new generation." It's that time again.

Read the full article from The St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Homeland Security Appropriations

2008-01-31T03:55:00.003-08:00

Senator Obama discusses the Homeland Security Appropriations bill.

Rep. Grijalva switches to Obama from Edwards

2008-01-31T03:55:00.001-08:00

Rep. Grijalva switches to Obama from Edwards

By Paul Davenport

Democratic U.S. Rep. Raul Grijalva of Arizona is endorsing Barack Obama after earlier backing John Edwards in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination.

Read the full article from The Associated Press

AudacityBarackObama

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Mlsif: in Israel. sunny and warm. tomorrow in Jerusalem.

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bzo: Open Thread: What Do You Carry? http://tinyurl.com/2xbnx7

bzo: Open Thread: What Do You Carry? http://tinyurl.com/2xbnx7

Obama says he, voters can change America

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LukeWalker: who doesnt love the waffle house?

Sen. Kennedy Backs Obama for President

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Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 441: On the Motion

QueenofSpain: @conniereece that depends, are you going to have your curse word detector on? and how much will you tattle on me to @susanreynolds :)

Partnership for Public Service: Q and A with Tim Russert

09.20.06 Energy Independence Speech - MoveOn Progressive Vision Series

Congressmen Larson, Murphy to endorse Barack Obama

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pcalcado: now bloglines... *sigh*

Obama speaks to middle-class dreams

MarilynM: listening to j tune snare drum he (we) just bought. (recording session in marin county tomorrow.)

09.06.06 Africa Trip Recap

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 441: On the Motion

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Obama rally draws 13,000 to Coliseum

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 2: S 2248

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Congressmen Larson, Murphy to endorse Barack Obama

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 441: On the Motion

Obama speaks to middle-class dreams

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Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 441: On the Motion

Obama says he, voters can change America

Congressmen Larson, Murphy to endorse Barack Obama

03.22.07 Dignity for Our Wounded Warriors

Editorial: Our nation needs a Democrat; Obama's a better choice

Yedda: Femalesoldier answered MaryK's question "...Glad to help!" http://tinyurl.com/37a74c

Yedda: Femalesoldier answered MaryK's question "...Glad to help!" http://tinyurl.com/37a74c

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Kamkam: Just made it throught the snow storm. Excited it is Friday!

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 440: On the Motion

Polledemaagt: Heb even een mail gestuurd naar info at wie-o-wie dot nl

Partnership for Public Service: Q and A with Tim Russert

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01.08.07 Ethics Legislation: A Chance to Change the Game

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Obama rally draws 13,000 to Coliseum

Obama speaks to middle-class dreams

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 4: On the Cloture Motion

Congress 110, Senate vote: Vote 3: On the Cloture Motion

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Bay Area Congresswoman Eshoo Endorses Obama

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Homeland Security Appropriations

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Obama’s $32 Million Haul

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Obama’s $32 Million Haul

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