Thursday, November 25, 2010

Thankful

Friend --

When Michelle and I sit down with our family to give thanks today, I want you to know that we'll be especially grateful for folks like you.

Everything we have been able to accomplish in the last two years was possible because you have been willing to work for it and organize for it.

And every time we face a setback, or when progress doesn't happen as quickly as we would like, we know that you'll be right there with us, ready to fight another day.

So I want to thank you -- for everything.

I also hope you'll join me in taking a moment to remember that the freedoms and security we enjoy as Americans are protected by the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces. These patriots are willing to lay down their lives in our defense, and each of us owes them and their families a debt of gratitude.

Have a wonderful day, and God bless.

Barack




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Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Your thoughts, in the President's hands

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Friend --

In the six months leading up to Election Day, supporters like you reached out to more than 80 million voters on phone lines and doorsteps across the country -- making the difference in dozens of key races.

And -- one conversation at a time -- the commitments to vote that you secured helped grow this movement. That kind of work transcends the results of a single election. Thank you.

Organizing for America started with you -- your voices, your ideas, and your feet on the ground.

And from the beginning, your vision for the future has propelled our work to move this country forward. From historic health insurance reform to the strongest consumer protections ever put in place, we have begun to make the change we envisioned a reality.

But we still have so much left to accomplish together. That's why now, with November's elections behind us and a new year on the horizon, we're planning our next steps. We can't do that without hearing from the people who brought us here -- supporters like you.

We've put together a short survey to make sure we capture everyone's ideas. In the coming weeks, we'll report back with the results -- and they'll go straight into the President's hands, hand-delivered by OFA volunteers in early December.

Please take a minute to take this survey and share your thoughts about the future of this movement.

We've always known that big change doesn't begin with a top-down mandate -- it begins at the grassroots.

It begins with the kind of ideas that inspire us all to get out and do the real work of organizing -- knocking on doors, making calls, and pitching in what we can to build support in our communities.

Your voice built and sustained this movement. And now, your voice will keep it moving forward.

Please take our short survey now and share your ideas. We'll make sure the President sees what you have to say:

http://my.barackobama.com/YourThoughts

Together, we'll keep making lasting change that matters.

Thanks,

Mitch

Mitch Stewart
Director
Organizing for America




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Saturday, November 13, 2010

What we did together

Organizing for America
Friend --

As the President said last week, "some election nights are more fun than others. Some are exhilarating; some are humbling."

Last Tuesday took place in a very difficult electoral environment. But I'm incredibly proud of the work we did this year. The plan we built and implemented together was unprecedented in an election like this -- it helped make the difference for dozens of good candidates, and it laid the groundwork for the fights ahead.

We put together a page to illustrate the impact we had.

Take a look at the work we did together.

In six months, Democrats, on front porches and on the phones, reached out to more than 80 million voters across the country. Volunteers organized 36,994 events in their neighborhoods, building on an infrastructure that was already the most ambitious grassroots operation in politics.

For get-out-the-vote weekend, you filled more than 200,000 volunteer shifts at 2,839 GOTV staging locations.

As Linda in Henderson, Nevada, said, "The most gratifying experience was talking to people one-on-one and telling them what the President and Senator Reid are doing. [We] really engaged people -- all different generations wanted to know how we were going to make our country better."

On Election Day, some folks on the West Coast got up at 4:00 a.m. to make calls to voters on the East Coast, and some East Coasters stayed on the phones until midnight, when the last polls closed in Hawaii and Alaska.

On a tough night, there were a few key races where this work put us over the top -- despite being outspent by corporate interests.

Take a look at the recap we put together -- and share it with friends:

http://my.barackobama.com/WhatWeDidTogether


The work we did together was not just about winning a single election, but about building this movement. It's about organizing our communities, talking to voters, and getting our message out.

It wouldn't have been possible without you.

As we move forward, I'm optimistic about the fights ahead because of the energy and effort you gave this one. And, as we lay out the path forward, we'll be relying heavily on your thoughts and your feedback.

I'm proud to fight alongside you.

-- Mitch

Mitch Stewart
Director
Organizing for America




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Thursday, November 11, 2010

Veterans Day

Friend --

Veterans Day provides us with the chance to mark the debt of honor we owe to all those who have worn the uniform of the United States. We remember those who gave their lives beneath our flag, in service of our freedom.

And with so many still fighting, we owe special thanks to the courageous families of those who serve.

Because when our servicemen and women deploy overseas, their loved ones are left to undertake heroic battles of their own at home. The unique challenges they face in support of men and women in uniform allow us all to enjoy the freedoms of our democracy.

Every time I have a chance to meet with these families, I'm struck by their strength and their quiet dignity -- they are truly some of the most selfless, courageous people I've met.

And today is also a day to acknowledge the sacrifices these brave men and women make every day, and pray for the safe return of those they love.

I've felt their calling personally, and I want to encourage Americans across the country to step up and do more for our military families. Take the time to stay informed about the concerns and activities of the families of service members in your community. Let them know you recognize their struggles and appreciate all they do.

You can help by finding out the needs of the military families in your community and volunteering, from working with your local school's PTA to hiring a military spouse.

Today and every day, I am moved by the personal sacrifices made by service families. And I'm humbled by the patriotism of those they support -- our soldiers and airmen, our sailors and Marines.

Today, if you can, please take a moment to offer your gratitude for the families of the veterans and active service members that you know. Or go online to serve.gov to find out how you can serve military families in your area.

Sincerely,

Michelle




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Thursday, November 4, 2010

Video: President Obama thanks you

Organizing for America
Friend --

The results of Tuesday's elections were disappointing for a lot of us. But because of the work you all did, we won some key races in places all over the country.

We have a lot to be proud of -- and a lot of work still left ahead.

The President recorded a message yesterday thanking you for all you've done.

Watch the message from President Obama

Take a moment to watch it:

http://my.barackobama.com/Nov4thThankYou


Thanks,

Mitch

Mitch Stewart
Director
Organizing for America




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Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Urgent -- how many calls can you make right now?

Organizing for America
Friend --

It's Election Day, and we all need to call voters for 20 minutes.

We know there are millions of people across the country who might not cast their ballots -- unless they hear from someone like you. These people -- whether they vote or not -- will be the difference in the closest races.

That's why thousands of supporters are using our call tool after they vote today to make sure these folks get to the polls.

You can talk to these people right now. You can remind them of the importance of their voice in this election. You can tell them where their local polling place is -- and when it closes its doors.

It's all one click away. Start right now -- because "later" will be too late.

Can you take 20 minutes to call some of these voters in key districts?

This election will determine the direction our country takes over the next two years.

Once the polls close, we can only watch the results come in.

Those results are being determined right now. And we can do a whole lot more than just watch.

As long as the polls are still open, you can have a real impact on the races that will come down to the wire.

Join thousands of supporters just like you for the final push -- and pick up the phone now:

http://my.barackobama.com/E-DayCalls

Thanks -- now let's get to work,

Natalie

Natalie Foster
New Media Director

P.S. -- In case you haven't made it out to vote already, click here to find your polling place.




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Today is Election Day!

Organizing for America
Friend --

It's game time.

Find your polling place here, and bring three friends along when you go:

http://pollingplaces.raiseyourvote.com

Let's win this,

Mitch

P.S. -- Voter turnout for this election will be very high, but key races will be decided by just a few votes -- and we want to make sure the close ones all go our way. Starting at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time, thousands of OFA supporters will be using our new online call tool to start calling voters in the tightest races. Join them:

http://my.barackobama.com/E-DayCalls




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Monday, November 1, 2010

Tomorrow

Friend --

Tomorrow, you can help determine not just the outcome of this election, but our country's future.

You made the difference in 2008. Now, once again, you can defy the conventional wisdom that says you can't overcome the cynicism of our politics; you can't overcome the special interests and the big money; you can't tackle our biggest challenges.

This movement has never backed down from a tough fight -- and we're not about to start.

Over the next two years, we've got to keep moving America forward -- but I need allies in office to make it happen.

I need you to make sure you get at least three of your friends to vote with you -- it is simply the most important thing you can do to make sure we can keep bringing about change.

Millions and millions of our supporters have already cast their ballots this year in key states like Ohio, Florida, Iowa, and Illinois -- and every vote you turn out will help move America forward.

Find your polling place and the time polls are open here.

If you have already voted, please click here to help in these final hours of our Vote 2010 campaign.

When we arrived in Washington, we knew the road ahead would be difficult.

Our country was facing the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression -- with 8 million jobs gone -- because of nearly a decade of policies that put corporations and special interests before ordinary Americans.

Two short years later -- together -- we have begun to rebuild our economy on the values of hard work and responsibility.

Private employers and small businesses have created jobs nine months in a row. And 3 million Americans would not be working today if not for the investments that you, and our Democratic allies in Congress, helped put in place.

Because of you, there are families all across the country who will never have to choose between losing their home and treating an illness. Because of you, millions of parents can look at their kids and know the opportunity of a college education is within reach. Because of you, a business owner got a small business loan and is keeping her doors open. And because of you, thousands of our brave men and women are home from fighting in Iraq.

I know that even with these changes -- and the progress you've fought for -- too many families are still struggling. We have so much more to do.

And that's exactly why America cannot afford to go back.

We must continue to move forward, and the decisions voters make in your area will determine which direction this country takes for generations.

We want to keep taxes low for the middle class, so you can pay your bills.

We want to give tax breaks to American companies who create jobs and spur innovation right here in America, not make it easier for them to ship jobs overseas.

We will fight efforts to privatize Social Security, and stop the other side from handing over the retirement savings of a generation to Wall Street.

We refuse to go back to the days when big oil and insurance companies wrote their own rules and ran up record profits, while you paid for it at the pump or faced bankruptcy as health bills piled up.

The other side has different ideas.

Washington Republicans have tried to block our progress at every turn. And worse, they're campaigning on taking us back to the exact same agenda that brought us to the brink of disaster: Cut taxes for the wealthy at the expense of the middle class while ballooning the deficit. Give free rein to Wall Street speculators. Lower the minimum wage for millions of hard-working families. Privatize Social Security. And allow insurance companies to deny children health coverage based on pre-existing conditions.

The problem is we know what this looks like -- and we know it doesn't work.

We cannot relive that past.

Don't let them tell you that change isn't possible. Because here's what I know: Nothing in America has ever been easy.

The only reason we're here is because, in past generations, Americans came together, even in the face of impossible odds. That's how we got through war. That's how we got through depression. That's why we have civil rights, and women's rights, and workers' rights.

We've asked you to do so much since we started this journey together, and you've always come through.

And now, I'm asking you to come together once more to cast your vote for Democrats tomorrow.

With your vote -- and the votes of at least three of your friends -- we'll continue to grow this economy and restore the middle class to its rightful place, and the American Dream will be alive and well once again.

Find your polling place and time here:

http://pollingplaces.RaiseYourVote.com

Thank you for all you do,

President Barack Obama

P.S. -- There are vital get-out-the-vote events happening across the country today and tomorrow. If you aren't already signed up to help, please find and RSVP for a GOTV event near you.




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