Senator Kerry Endorses Senator Obama

Senator John Kerry has endorsed the presidential candidacy of Senator Barack Obama at a rally in South Carolina today. Senator Kerry is the first of several high-profile Democrats expected to announce their support for Senator Obama in his fight to win the party’s nomination.
Senator Kerry, a Massachusetts Democrat who was the party’s presidential nominee in 2004, stated that Mr. Obama represents the best prospect for uniting a divided country, as well as transforming America’s image around the world.
The endorsement ceremony today was held on the campus of the College of Charleston.

It was back in 2004 when Senator Kerry selected Senator Obama –to deliver the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in Boston.

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Tuesday, January 15th
Nevada Democratic Presidential Debate
Co-hosted by the Nevada Democratic Party, U.S. Hispanic Chamber, IMPACTO, 100 Black Men and the College of Southern Nevada (CSN).
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Countdown to the Nevada Caucus

That are some really great events happening around town. Let your friends know about them
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Countdown to the Nevada
C A U C U S S P E C I A L E V E N T S

Thursday, January 10th
MLK Call to Action Meeting
A must-attend event for all who want to be politically engaged!
Open to the entire community & hosted by the Nevada Democrats.5:30 PM.
Location - Nevada Partners, 710 W. Lake Mead. Info - kpierce@nvdems.com


Saturday, January 12th
Caucus Volunteers Needed (Democrats)
The Obama campaign is making sure they turn out supporters on January 19th! You can participate by going to your caucus location at 11 AM.
Info - http://nevada.barackobama.com/findyourcaucus


Saturday, January 12th
African American Womens' Summit
Hosted by Patricia Cunningham, KCEP/ Power 88 Host.
Special Invited Guest is Michelle Obama, wife of Senator BarackObama.
Women and girls welcome for this all-day event; 8 AM - 5 PM.
Henderson Convention Center. $65 Tickets/Info - http://www.aawsummit.com/


Saturday, January 12th
Party With A Purpose! Come out to a non-partison "get out to caucus party", hosted bythe Las Vegas - Clark County Urban League Young Professionals.
8 PM - Midnite. 425 Fremont St.
2 Hours Free Parking.FREE Admission.
Info - nulyplv@yahoo.com

Sunday, January 13th
Caucus Day Volunteer Training
This is the final training. We welcome anyone whowants to be engaged in the political process!
Victory Missionary Baptist Church.
3:30 PMInfo - kpierce@nvdems.com

Those Who Have Endorsed Senator Obama In Nevada

The following people have also endorsed Senator Obama in his Bid for the nomination and ultimately the White House.

-Culinary Workers Union - Culinary 226 (with over 60,000 members)
-Kelvin Atkinson, Assembly
-Helen Foley, former State Senator
-Marilyn Kirkpatrick, Assembly
-Sheila Leslie, Assembly
-Rose McKinney-James, Former Utility Commissioner
-Harvey Munford, Assembly
-Bill Vassiliadis, political advisor
-Elaine Wynn, education advocate

SEIU and Caucus Day: January 19, 2007!

Nevada's Service Employees International Union ("SEIU"), who represents over 17,500 health care and public service employees throughout the state, has chosen to endorse Senator Barack Obama for President! This is a great achievement and underscores how Barack's message of change and hope for all Americans is resonating with the people. For more information on SEIU and Caucus Day, January 19th, visit SEIU's website.

The Fight Goes On.

Last night, by the slimest of margins, Barack Obama took second place in the New Hampshire Primary yesterday. This is a great achievement for the campaign and keeps us moving forward toward the Presidency. However, it also serves as a warning that this battle for the Democratic nomination is not in the bag, but will be a tooth and nail battle until the end. It is so important for Obama supporters to continue to press on and not take anything for granted. As the Nevada contests nears, supporters must continue to tout Obama's message of change and ensure that friends, loved ones, co-workers, and even the guy who sits next to you bus will be out there voting on January 19th.

Obama Has Clear Experience

One of the major charges leveled against Obama by his chief rivals is that he has no record; that he is not been in the US Senate long enough to demonstrate that he has the experience necessary to lead. However, as pointed out last week in an Op-Ed by Charles Peters, though Obama does not have an extensive record in the US Senate, he does have a long and illustrious record in Illinois, which demonstrates his stance on the issues and his ability to get things done.

Check out

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/03/AR2008010303303.html

Change is coming!

Last night, as I had another late night of work I listened to the Iowa caucuses on NPR. And the feeling I had was simliar to the one of the OJ trial. (I'm just keeping it real here, folks)Tense, excited, hopeful and the list goes on. I listened and when they announced the results felt like screaming my joy.

I love the terms they used, viable candidate, an grassroots campaign, back to basics, etc. I think even the pundits were surprised by the results. Hilary almost stuttered her speech.

And, I thought it was interesting the Huckabee won the Republican caucus. Are there more two polar opposites in political sentiment. What does that mean for America? I thought that Romney was going to win so does that mean money doesn't rule all. I can feel the change in the air.

For Democrats, it is the first time that we feel we have a real choice to make. That in itself is new.

For America, red and blue, we may really have to look past the skin color and pick a candidate that mirrors what we feel America stands for. The freedoms that America stands for versus the conformity to a certain religion, lifestyle, social class that has seemed to permeate our way of life.

I'm excited. I can't wait for New Hampshire when Guilaini and McCain step up to the plate because with our candidates, Obama, Clinton and Edwards vs them we are really going to define what America is for the next 8 - 16 years! And that will be the biggest change of all!

Electibility No Longer an Issue

Today is a great day to be an American. Last night, Senator Obama got a resounding victory in Iowa and started the ball rolling towards his Presidency. On to New Hampshire and soon Nevada. I hope that last night's achievements demonstrate to the nay-sayers the Barack Obama is electible and that a vote for him is a viable vote that can change America for the better. I remember when I was a kid and Ross Perot was running for president. I recall that a number of adults I knew were really excited about Ross Perot's message, but were too afraid to vote for him, fearing that he was not electible because he was not an entrenched politician with a recognizable name, and therefore concluded that a vote for him would be a wasted vote. Despite what I might have thought about his politics (and being a child at the time, I don't think I really thought much about his political views), I will never forget that I was very appalled by the thinking of these adults. How can we ever get the right person in office if everyone is voting based on who they think is "electible" instead of who they think will do the best job. Last night, the people of Iowa demonstrated that they know what the important issue is: who is best equipped to lead our nation in the coming years. They came out in the bitter cold and chose Barack Obama. And in so voting, they demonstrated to the rest of the 49 states that Barack Obama is in fact electible. I hope that Nevada follows suit.

Iowa was just the beginning...Nevada's turn is approaching!

Barack Obama proved all the naysayers wrong last night by convincingly winning the Democratic Iowa Caucuses! While this might silence many of the critics who doubted his credentials and ability to win, the race is just beginning. Barack not only won among the Democratic faithful, but he was also able to attract many Independents and Republicans to the movement. These are welcomed developments that highlight an important message...Barack is the most electable candidate, period! His ability to attract and unite voters from all political and social stripes is a positive sign of what will occur in the general election. Get excited, because the Nevada caucuses are approaching!