Thursday, November 29, 2012
Bo Inspects the 2012 White House Holiday Decorations
President Obama Holds a Cabinet Meeting
President Obama discusses the issues his cabinet will be working on in the coming weeks and months. November 28, 2012.
First Lady Previews the 2012 White House Holiday Decorations
President Obama on Extending Tax Cuts for the Middle Class
If Congress fails to act, every family in America will see their taxes automatically go up at the beginning of next year. A typical middle-class family of four would see its taxes rise by $2,200. November 28, 2012.
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
The First Lady Receives the 2012 White House Christmas Tree
The First Lady is presented with the White House Christmas Tree, which will be displayed in the Blue Room of the White House. November 23, 2012.
President Obama and President-elect Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico
President Barack Obama welcomes President-elect Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico to the White House to mark his election. November 27, 2012.
Friday, November 16, 2012
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
President Obama Holds first Press Conference after Re Election
President Obama holds a press conference in the East Room of the White House. November 14, 2012.
[video] President Obama Discusses Helping the Middle Class
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
The day after the election, the President made a surprise visit to campaign HQ in Chicago to give a heartfelt thank-you to staff and volunteers. Here's what he said.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
[video] Obama makes history, again
(CNN) -- A black man is returning to the White House. Four years ago, it was a first, the breaking of a racial barrier. Tuesday night, it was history redux. And more. In the midst of national splintering and a time of deep ideological animosity, Americans elected President Barack Obama to a second term. And thousands rejoiced in his victory, one that seemed sweeter and, perhaps, more significant. "This is affirmation that his color doesn't matter and that his message resonated with people," said Yale University sociologist Jeffrey Alexander, author of "Obama's Victory and the Democratic Struggle for Power." "It is very important in that it will indicate that an African-American can be viewed for what he says and not what he is."
President Obama Wins Florida with the Independent Vote
President Obama wins Florida with 49.9 percent of the popular vote, taking the state’s 29 electoral votes. The race was close with only a 47,028 vote difference according to The Washington Post.
Florida was the last state to be called due in part to long lines at some polling locations and absentee ballots that needed to be counted in such a close race. According to Huffington Post, Miami-Dade Supervisor of Elections Penelope Townsley said the delay was due to “an extremely high volume of absentee ballots” and because some precincts had voters still casting ballots past midnight.
The large group of independent voters swung in Obama’s favor gaining 50 percent of the vote. The percentage of Republicans was equal to that of Democrats, putting the decision largely in the hands of independents. The minority vote gave Obama a boost in the state. According to CNN exit polls, an impressive 95 percent of African Americans chose Obama along with 60 percent of Hispanics. Women, making up 55 percent of the voter population also favored Obama in the state.
The Interstate 4 Corridor had been a closely watched area for the election. Historically the candidate who takes the zone, which includes Tampa, takes the state. The I-4 Corridor generally divides the state; Republicans to the north and Democrats to the south. According to News Press, within the cluster of counties are more than 3.6 million voters and nearly a million of them are registered as independents.
Political contributors on CNN’s election coverage discussed the possible negative effect of Romney’s “self-deportation” comment made earlier in January on Florida voters. While Romney revoked his former stance, the statement resonated with the large Hispanic population. According to Naples News, in the past six years, the number of registered Hispanic Democrats in Osceola County only has grown by about 10,000 and Republicans have registered only 100. Paul Ryan’s Medicare plan was another issue contributing to the loss of the campaign in the retiree-heavy state.
Although Ohio gave Obama the election, Florida was a nail bitter for both campaigns. Obama outspent Romney in Florida by $22 million but according to data compiled from The Washington Post by Dan Lipka, President Obama visited the state a total of 26 time while Romney made 38 stops. Florida made it to the top ten list of most visited states for both candidates. Both campaigns were smart to put their resources into Florida. Although it was an extremely close race, President Obama was re-elected without needing the state.
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Rockefeller Plaza
30 Rockefeller Plaza is all lit up in blue as Pres. Obama is projected to take the necessary 270+ electoral votes that put him back in the White House for another four years.
Obama wins 2nd term
"We are greater than the sum of our individual ambitions and we remain more than a collection of red states and blue states... We'll remind the world just why it is that we live in the greatest nation on earth."
Magic Johnson Supports President Obama: "Look How Far We've Come."
Magic Johnson shares why he supports President Obama and what you can do to help re-elect him for a second term.
Saturday, November 3, 2012
Will Ferrell Will Do Anything to Get You to Vote
He'll dance, he'll cook—Will Ferrell will do anything to get you to vote in this election. Confirm where you vote here: http://OFA.BO/qF51sn
President Obama Votes Early in Chicago - America Forward! Tour in Chicago, Illinois
The "America Forward!" tour will crisscross the nation, reaching as many voters as possible about the critical choice in this election -- moving America forward toward an economy built to last with a strong middle class versus going back to the same policies that crashed our economy in the first place.
I VOTE BARACK (Official song)
I Vote Barack
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Friday, November 2, 2012
The Final Event: Where it All Began - OFA Iowa
Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden: Honoring our Commitment to Veterans
Catholics for Obama
President Obama shares why faith is important and how faith-based groups have helped guide him into a life of public service.
President Obama: Join People of Faith for Obama
President Obama shares why faith is important to him and how his faith has guided him in his life as a husband, as a father and as President.
Former President Bill Clinton: The Economy and President Obama
As President Clinton shares:
"No president—no president, not me, not any of my predecessors—no one could have fully repaired all the damage that he found in just four years."
Trey Songz: Gotta Vote - OFA Virginia
Women's Voices - Join Women for Obama
Jane Lynch, Eva Longoria, Beyoncé Knowles, Julianne Moore, Julianna Margulies, Olivia Wilde, Gloria Steinem, Jennifer Lopez, Ashley Judd, Sheryl Crow, Cecile Richards, Padma Lakshmi, and Kerry Washington share how President Obama has fought for women's rights; how he'll continue to move this country forward; and how women will help decide this election.
As Gloria Steinem shares: "If we understand our power, we can move forward."
NFL Players Gotta Vote
Matt Forté, Maurice Jones Drew and Antoine Bethea share why it's important for you to vote. For all the information you need to get started, go here: http://OFA.BO/FV4jWv
Cristina Saralegui: Apoya al Presidente Obama haciendo llamadas
Why Every Vote Counts - OFA North Carolina
Alonzo Mourning, Dahntay Jones, Harrison Barnes, Etan Thomas, Kym Hampton, Vince Carter, Juwan Howard and more share why they support President Obama. The Greatest
Alonzo Mourning, Dahntay Jones, Harrison Barnes, Etan Thomas, Kym Hampton, Vince Carter, Juwan Howard and more share why they support President Obama.
Jay-Z: The Power of Our Voice
As Jay-Z shares:
"For so long, there was this voice that was silenced out there as far as exercising your right to vote. I think it was a voice that was silent because people had lost hope. They didn't believe that their voice mattered or counted."
"Now people are exercising their right, and you are starting to see the power of our vote. He made it mean something for the first time for a lot of people. "
Obama Pride: Billie Jean King
As Billie Jean shares:
"Every generation stands on the shoulders of the generations before—just like I do. And I'm very thankful to all those people that suffered so that I could have a better life. When I was going through all my suffering I use to always imagine what I'd like the world to look like and we are certainly much closer to it than ever—and I know that President Obama is very responsible for this happening because he stood up for us."
Obama Pride: Ricky Martin
Ricky Martin shares why he's standing with President Obama and what you can do to make sure he's re-elected for a second term.
As Ricky shares:
"As a parent, I'm especially thankful that the President is working to end bullying because no one should be afraid to walk down the street holding hands with the person they love."
Obama Pride: LGBT Americans for Obama
Wanda Sykes: Every Vote Counts - "Go to GottaVote.com and Be Counted."
As Wanda shares:
"If we don't show up and vote for President Obama everything that we fought for will just be for nothing. We have a President who supports us, we have to show up and support him."
Kevin Hart Supports President Obama
Kevin Hart shares why he supports President Obama and what you can do to help re-elect him for a second term.
Jay Z- Our Voice - Obama For America TV Ad
Jay-Z shares why it is important to exercise your right to vote and how President Obama represents the power of our voice.
As Jay-Z shares:
"For so long, there was this voice that was silenced out there as far as exercising your right to vote. I think it was a voice that was silent because people had lost hope. They didn't believe that their voice mattered or counted."
"Now people are exercising their right, and you are starting to see the power of our vote. He made it mean something for the first time for a lot of people. "
Air Force One Lands in Cleveland, Ohio - President Obama's America Forward! Tour
President Obama is on a two-day, non-stop "America Forward!" tour with grassroots events in Iowa, Colorado and Nevada. On Thursday President Obama will continue the tour with grassroots events in Florida, Virginia and Ohio.
The "America Forward!" tour will crisscross the nation, reaching as many voters as possible about the critical choice in this election -- moving America forward toward an economy built to last with a strong middle class versus going back to the same policies that crashed our economy in the first place.
President Obama's America Forward! Tour - Full Speech from Cleveland, Ohio
President Obama is on a two-day, non-stop "America Forward!" tour with grassroots events in Iowa, Colorado and Nevada. On Thursday President Obama will continue the tour with grassroots events in Florida, Virginia and Ohio.
The "America Forward!" tour will crisscross the nation, reaching as many voters as possible about the critical choice in this election -- moving America forward toward an economy built to last with a strong middle class versus going back to the same policies that crashed our economy in the first place.
A Symbol of Moving Forward
As Matthew shares:
"We need to be sure to honor the tradition we're inheriting and to pursue the excellence of the flag. In the hands of President Barack Obama, the values of the United States flag become visible and clear."
The Road to November 6th: America Forward! Tour
Jennifer Lopez: Join Latinos for Obama
Jennifer Lopez shares why she supports President Obama and why you should get involved. In many states voting has already began. To get all the information you need to get started go here: http://OFA.BO/YHJ7dP
Solid - Obama for America TV Ad
Obama for America's new television ad highlights last week's powerful endorsement from retired four star general and former Secretary of State Colin Powell. In his support of President Obama, which represents a powerful show of bipartisanship, Powell cited the President's leadership in bringing us back from the brink of economic collapse, ending the war in Iraq, putting in place a plan to end the war in Afghanistan, and his strong record of fighting terrorism as reasons for his endorsement.
Like Secretary Powell, the American people know that President Obama is a strong, steady and decisive leader with an affirmative vision to move our country forward.
Alicia Keys: Every Vote Counts - OFA North Carolina
Alicia Keys was in North Carolina where she fired up the crowd at North Carolina A&T State University and shared why it's important to get involved and vote.
Early voting has started in North Carolina, for all the information you need to vote early, go here: http://OFA.BO/XaqbpE
Vice President Joe Biden Breaks Down the Romney-Ryan Plan for Seniors
Vice President Joe Biden breaks down the Romney-Ryan budget, how the budget affects seniors and what you can do to help win this election. In many states voting has already started, to get all the information you need to vote, go here: http://OFA.BO/PENHuZ