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Video: President Obama at his best

 

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This video, right here, explains why I'm working day in and day out to win this election. When the hours are long and the fight is hard, I know that what we're doing will make a real difference in people's lives.

You have to watch this video -- and then share it with whoever you think needs to see it. It gave me chills:

[url]

Jen

Jen O'Malley Dillon Deputy Campaign Manager Obama for America

P.S. -- If you think this speech is great, just wait until the convention. You could see the President's acceptance speech in person, right up front with the First Lady. Pitch in $X or whatever you can, and you'll be automatically entered to fly with a guest to Charlotte and meet Barack Obama before he goes on stage:

[url]

No purchase, payment, or contribution necessary to enter or win. Contributing will not improve chances of winning. Void where prohibited. Entries must be received by August 21st, 2012. You may enter by contributing to Obama for America here, [url] or click here, [url] to enter without contributing. Two 2 winners will each receive the following prize package: round-trip tickets for winner and a guest from within the 50 U.S. States, DC, or Puerto Rico to a destination in or near Charlotte, North Carolina; hotel accommodations; and tickets for winner and a guest to one or more speeches, events and/or proceedings at the Democratic National Convention, as well as the opportunity to meet President Obama and Michelle Obama, on a date, at a venue and for a duration to be determined by Sponsor approximate retail value of all prizes $X . Odds of winning depend on number of entries received and timing of entries received. Promotion open only to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent U.S. residents who are legal residents of 50 United States, District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and 18 or older or age of majority under applicable law . Promotion subject to Official Rules, [url] and additional restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Obama for America, 130 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601.

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Some people have pump-up music. I've got this video.

I promise, when your knuckles are blistered from knocking on doors and your throat is hoarse from making phone calls, this will be the video that reminds you why we're in this together:

[url]

Jen

Jen O'Malley Dillon Deputy Campaign Manager Obama for America

P.S. -- If you think this speech is great, just wait until the convention. You could see the President's acceptance speech in person, right up front with the First Lady. Pitch in $X or whatever you can, and you'll be automatically entered to fly with a guest to Charlotte and meet Barack Obama before he goes on stage:

[url]

No purchase, payment, or contribution necessary to enter or win. Contributing will not improve chances of winning. Void where prohibited. Entries must be received by August 21st, 2012. You may enter by contributing to Obama for America here, [url] or click here, [url] to enter without contributing. Two 2 winners will each receive the following prize package: round-trip tickets for winner and a guest from within the 50 U.S. States, DC, or Puerto Rico to a destination in or near Charlotte, North Carolina; hotel accommodations; and tickets for winner and a guest to one or more speeches, events and/or proceedings at the Democratic National Convention, as well as the opportunity to meet President Obama and Michelle Obama, on a date, at a venue and for a duration to be determined by Sponsor approximate retail value of all prizes $X . Odds of winning depend on number of entries received and timing of entries received. Promotion open only to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent U.S. residents who are legal residents of 50 United States, District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and 18 or older or age of majority under applicable law . Promotion subject to Official Rules, [url] and additional restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Obama for America, 130 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601.

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Obama - Biden --

At the 2004 convention, an obscure state senator from Chicago named Barack Obama broke onto the national scene with one of the most inspirational speeches in modern political history.

And I wasn't there.

But the thing is -- I totally could have been. I gave my housemate my ticket for the night of then-Senator Obama's convention speech.

It was like that scene from "Good Will Hunting" where Robin Williams talks about giving away his ticket to the Red Sox game in which Carlton Fisk hit one of the most epic home runs in baseball history.

Except I didn't meet my future wife in a bar that night. I watched it all from home, kicking myself for being so damn nice.

Moral of the story? Don't miss your chance to be part of history.

Donate $X or whatever you can, and you'll be automatically entered to meet President Obama and the First Lady at the convention in Charlotte next month.

We'll fly you and a guest to Charlotte, where you'll have seats up front for the entire convention -- PLUS, you'll get to meet the President and sit with the First Lady during his big speech.

Donate now to be automatically entered:

[url]

Jeremy

Jeremy Bird National Field Director Obama for America

P.S. -- I actually did meet my future wife when I went to work for that guy Barack Obama's long-shot campaign four years later. And we're both working our hearts out right now to make sure he finishes the job. We're all-in for Obama -- and I hope you'll join us.

No purchase, payment, or contribution necessary to enter or win. Contributing will not improve chances of winning. Void where prohibited. Entries must be received by August 21st, 2012. You may enter by contributing to Obama for America

or click hereto enter without contributing. Two 2 winners will each receive the following prize package: round-trip tickets for winner and a guest from within the 50 U.S. States, DC, or Puerto Rico to a destination in or near Charlotte, North Carolina; hotel accommodations; and tickets for winner and a guest to one or more speeches, events and/or proceedings at the Democratic National Convention, as well as the opportunity to meet President Obama and Michelle Obama, on a date, at a venue and for a duration to be determined by Sponsor approximate retail value of all prizes $X . Odds of winning depend on number of entries received and timing of entries received. Promotion open only to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent U.S. residents who are legal residents of 50 United States, District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and 18 or older or age of majority under applicable law . Promotion subject to Official Rulesand additional restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Obama for America, 130 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601. Paid for by Obama for America

Contributions or gifts to Obama for America are not tax deductible.

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Forget whatever it is Mitt Romney said today for a second. The President has a message that will remind you what this election is all about, and why we're in this together. Watch this video from a campaign stop in Denver, then pass it on to anyone you think should see it:

[url]

Jen

Jen O'Malley Dillon Deputy Campaign Manager Obama for America P.S. -- If you think this speech is great, just wait until the convention. You could see the President's acceptance speech in person, right up front with the First Lady. Pitch in $X or whatever you can, and you'll be automatically entered to fly with a guest to Charlotte and meet Barack Obama before he goes on stage:

[url]

No purchase, payment, or contribution necessary to enter or win. Contributing will not improve chances of winning. Void where prohibited. Entries must be received by August 21st, 2012. You may enter by contributing to Obama for America here, [url] or click here, [url] to enter without contributing. Two 2 winners will each receive the following prize package: round-trip tickets for winner and a guest from within the 50 U.S. States, DC, or Puerto Rico to a destination in or near Charlotte, North Carolina; hotel accommodations; and tickets for winner and a guest to one or more speeches, events and/or proceedings at the Democratic National Convention, as well as the opportunity to meet President Obama and Michelle Obama, on a date, at a venue and for a duration to be determined by Sponsor approximate retail value of all prizes $X . Odds of winning depend on number of entries received and timing of entries received. Promotion open only to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent U.S. residents who are legal residents of 50 United States, District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and 18 or older or age of majority under applicable law . Promotion subject to Official Rules, [url] and additional restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Obama for America, 130 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601.

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Subject: Video: President Obama at his best

From: [email protected]

Sent: Aug. 18, 2012, 5:29 p.m.




This video, right here, explains why I'm working day in and day out to win this election. When the hours are long and the fight is hard, I know that what we're doing will make a real difference in people's lives.

You have to watch this video -- and then share it with whoever you think needs to see it. It gave me chills:

[url]

Jen

Jen O'Malley Dillon Deputy Campaign Manager Obama for America

P.S. -- If you think this speech is great, just wait until the convention. You could see the President's acceptance speech in person, right up front with the First Lady. Pitch in $X or whatever you can, and you'll be automatically entered to fly with a guest to Charlotte and meet Barack Obama before he goes on stage:

[url]

No purchase, payment, or contribution necessary to enter or win. Contributing will not improve chances of winning. Void where prohibited. Entries must be received by August 21st, 2012. You may enter by contributing to Obama for America here, [url] or click here, [url] to enter without contributing. Two 2 winners will each receive the following prize package: round-trip tickets for winner and a guest from within the 50 U.S. States, DC, or Puerto Rico to a destination in or near Charlotte, North Carolina; hotel accommodations; and tickets for winner and a guest to one or more speeches, events and/or proceedings at the Democratic National Convention, as well as the opportunity to meet President Obama and Michelle Obama, on a date, at a venue and for a duration to be determined by Sponsor approximate retail value of all prizes $X . Odds of winning depend on number of entries received and timing of entries received. Promotion open only to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent U.S. residents who are legal residents of 50 United States, District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and 18 or older or age of majority under applicable law . Promotion subject to Official Rules, [url] and additional restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Obama for America, 130 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601.

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Subject: Video: President Obama at his best

From: [email protected]

Sent: Aug. 18, 2012, 5:29 p.m.




This video, right here, explains why I'm working day in and day out to win this election. When the hours are long and the fight is hard, I know that what we're doing will make a real difference in people's lives.

You have to watch this video -- and then share it with whoever you think needs to see it. It gave me chills:

[url]

Jen

Jen O'Malley Dillon Deputy Campaign Manager Obama for America

P.S. -- If you think this speech is great, just wait until the convention. You could see the President's acceptance speech in person, right up front with the First Lady. Pitch in $X or whatever you can, and you'll be automatically entered to fly with a guest to Charlotte and meet Barack Obama before he goes on stage:

[url]

No purchase, payment, or contribution necessary to enter or win. Contributing will not improve chances of winning. Void where prohibited. Entries must be received by August 21st, 2012. You may enter by contributing to Obama for America here, [url] or click here, [url] to enter without contributing. Two 2 winners will each receive the following prize package: round-trip tickets for winner and a guest from within the 50 U.S. States, DC, or Puerto Rico to a destination in or near Charlotte, North Carolina; hotel accommodations; and tickets for winner and a guest to one or more speeches, events and/or proceedings at the Democratic National Convention, as well as the opportunity to meet President Obama and Michelle Obama, on a date, at a venue and for a duration to be determined by Sponsor approximate retail value of all prizes $X . Odds of winning depend on number of entries received and timing of entries received. Promotion open only to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent U.S. residents who are legal residents of 50 United States, District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and 18 or older or age of majority under applicable law . Promotion subject to Official Rules, [url] and additional restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Obama for America, 130 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601.

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This video, right here, explains why I'm working day in and day out to win this election. When the hours are long and the fight is hard, I know that what we're doing will make a real difference in people's lives.

You have to watch this video -- and then share it with whoever you think needs to see it. It gave me chills:

[url]

Jen

Jen O'Malley Dillon Deputy Campaign Manager Obama for America

P.S. -- If you think this speech is great, just wait until the convention. You could see the President's acceptance speech in person, right up front with the First Lady. Pitch in $X or whatever you can, and you'll be automatically entered to fly with a guest to Charlotte and meet Barack Obama before he goes on stage:

[url]

No purchase, payment, or contribution necessary to enter or win. Contributing will not improve chances of winning. Void where prohibited. Entries must be received by August 21st, 2012. You may enter by contributing to Obama for America here, [url] or click here, [url] to enter without contributing. Two 2 winners will each receive the following prize package: round-trip tickets for winner and a guest from within the 50 U.S. States, DC, or Puerto Rico to a destination in or near Charlotte, North Carolina; hotel accommodations; and tickets for winner and a guest to one or more speeches, events and/or proceedings at the Democratic National Convention, as well as the opportunity to meet President Obama and Michelle Obama, on a date, at a venue and for a duration to be determined by Sponsor approximate retail value of all prizes $X . Odds of winning depend on number of entries received and timing of entries received. Promotion open only to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent U.S. residents who are legal residents of 50 United States, District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and 18 or older or age of majority under applicable law . Promotion subject to Official Rules, [url] and additional restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Obama for America, 130 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601.

--------------------------------------------------------------------- Paid for by Obama for America



Some people have pump-up music. I've got this video.

I promise, when your knuckles are blistered from knocking on doors and your throat is hoarse from making phone calls, this will be the video that reminds you why we're in this together:

[url]

Jen

Jen O'Malley Dillon Deputy Campaign Manager Obama for America

P.S. -- If you think this speech is great, just wait until the convention. You could see the President's acceptance speech in person, right up front with the First Lady. Pitch in $X or whatever you can, and you'll be automatically entered to fly with a guest to Charlotte and meet Barack Obama before he goes on stage:

[url]

No purchase, payment, or contribution necessary to enter or win. Contributing will not improve chances of winning. Void where prohibited. Entries must be received by August 21st, 2012. You may enter by contributing to Obama for America here, [url] or click here, [url] to enter without contributing. Two 2 winners will each receive the following prize package: round-trip tickets for winner and a guest from within the 50 U.S. States, DC, or Puerto Rico to a destination in or near Charlotte, North Carolina; hotel accommodations; and tickets for winner and a guest to one or more speeches, events and/or proceedings at the Democratic National Convention, as well as the opportunity to meet President Obama and Michelle Obama, on a date, at a venue and for a duration to be determined by Sponsor approximate retail value of all prizes $X . Odds of winning depend on number of entries received and timing of entries received. Promotion open only to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent U.S. residents who are legal residents of 50 United States, District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and 18 or older or age of majority under applicable law . Promotion subject to Official Rules, [url] and additional restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Obama for America, 130 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601.

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Obama - Biden --

At the 2004 convention, an obscure state senator from Chicago named Barack Obama broke onto the national scene with one of the most inspirational speeches in modern political history.

And I wasn't there.

But the thing is -- I totally could have been. I gave my housemate my ticket for the night of then-Senator Obama's convention speech.

It was like that scene from "Good Will Hunting" where Robin Williams talks about giving away his ticket to the Red Sox game in which Carlton Fisk hit one of the most epic home runs in baseball history.

Except I didn't meet my future wife in a bar that night. I watched it all from home, kicking myself for being so damn nice.

Moral of the story? Don't miss your chance to be part of history.

Donate $X or whatever you can, and you'll be automatically entered to meet President Obama and the First Lady at the convention in Charlotte next month.

We'll fly you and a guest to Charlotte, where you'll have seats up front for the entire convention -- PLUS, you'll get to meet the President and sit with the First Lady during his big speech.

Donate now to be automatically entered:

[url]

Jeremy

Jeremy Bird National Field Director Obama for America

P.S. -- I actually did meet my future wife when I went to work for that guy Barack Obama's long-shot campaign four years later. And we're both working our hearts out right now to make sure he finishes the job. We're all-in for Obama -- and I hope you'll join us.

No purchase, payment, or contribution necessary to enter or win. Contributing will not improve chances of winning. Void where prohibited. Entries must be received by August 21st, 2012. You may enter by contributing to Obama for America

or click hereto enter without contributing. Two 2 winners will each receive the following prize package: round-trip tickets for winner and a guest from within the 50 U.S. States, DC, or Puerto Rico to a destination in or near Charlotte, North Carolina; hotel accommodations; and tickets for winner and a guest to one or more speeches, events and/or proceedings at the Democratic National Convention, as well as the opportunity to meet President Obama and Michelle Obama, on a date, at a venue and for a duration to be determined by Sponsor approximate retail value of all prizes $X . Odds of winning depend on number of entries received and timing of entries received. Promotion open only to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent U.S. residents who are legal residents of 50 United States, District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and 18 or older or age of majority under applicable law . Promotion subject to Official Rulesand additional restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Obama for America, 130 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601. Paid for by Obama for America

Contributions or gifts to Obama for America are not tax deductible.

Forget whatever it is Mitt Romney said today for a second. The President has a message that will remind you what this election is all about, and why we're in this together. Watch this video from a campaign stop in Denver, then pass it on to anyone you think should see it:

[url]

Jen

Jen O'Malley Dillon Deputy Campaign Manager Obama for America P.S. -- If you think this speech is great, just wait until the convention. You could see the President's acceptance speech in person, right up front with the First Lady. Pitch in $X or whatever you can, and you'll be automatically entered to fly with a guest to Charlotte and meet Barack Obama before he goes on stage:

[url]

No purchase, payment, or contribution necessary to enter or win. Contributing will not improve chances of winning. Void where prohibited. Entries must be received by August 21st, 2012. You may enter by contributing to Obama for America here, [url] or click here, [url] to enter without contributing. Two 2 winners will each receive the following prize package: round-trip tickets for winner and a guest from within the 50 U.S. States, DC, or Puerto Rico to a destination in or near Charlotte, North Carolina; hotel accommodations; and tickets for winner and a guest to one or more speeches, events and/or proceedings at the Democratic National Convention, as well as the opportunity to meet President Obama and Michelle Obama, on a date, at a venue and for a duration to be determined by Sponsor approximate retail value of all prizes $X . Odds of winning depend on number of entries received and timing of entries received. Promotion open only to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent U.S. residents who are legal residents of 50 United States, District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and 18 or older or age of majority under applicable law . Promotion subject to Official Rules, [url] and additional restrictions on eligibility. Sponsor: Obama for America, 130 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL 60601.

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