2016 Postmortem
Related: About this forumObama dives into the crowd.
I'm watching c-span coverage of President Obama's final campaign speech in Iowa. At the end of it he couldn't wait to get into the crowd. He really likes greeting the folks.
By contrast I've seen Rmoney try to do the same thing but the contrast is stark. Mitt will put out his hand but pull back his body. The body-language is telling.
The President is going to miss his campaigning. He honestly looks like he enjoys it.
oldhippydude
(2,514 posts)MgtPA
(1,022 posts)Just now.
hanzi88
(35 posts)Tarheel_Dem
(31,234 posts)will be the most competent pair of surrogates the Democratic party ever had. The Repubs will never match the enthusiasm for these two. Oh, and let us not forget Michelle. She rocks!
Life Long Dem
(8,582 posts)4 years from now, I'll miss him. He is going to be hard to top in the next election. I hope someone comes along in 4 years that could take my mind off of who we will be losing.
magical thyme
(14,881 posts)And he'll campaign. He'll be a great surrogate!
Tigress DEM
(7,887 posts)But yeah. He is bone tired, but fired up and still going.
Blue_In_AK
(46,436 posts)mzteaze
(448 posts)The Secret Service would go bananas though.
Graybeard
(6,996 posts)Sorry for the tease (if you'll pardon the expression). I did notice that the Prez is surrounded by a lot of big guys who don't ever smile.
...me too!
malexand
(59 posts)Inspirational video and music links to help you get through today
1) POTUS Last Campaign Speech in Des Moines 11/5/12] - If you didn't see and hear the President's last campaign speech in Des Moines last night... you must take a few minutes to watch it as it was one of his best (of so many memorable speeches and inspirational moments):
http://www.barackobama.com/live
(click on the video on the right side, top of the page for POTUS' inspirational and tearful last campaign speech in Des Moines... where it all started in 2007).
2) " target="_blank">Fired up! Ready to go!
3) Yes we can - While you're at it, you'll get your juju back, mojo going, be inspired and get warm feelings watching and listening to Yes We Can "" target="_blank">Yes, I Can" by will.i.Am with President Obama, Scarlett Johansson, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, and many others.
4) The meaning of life from the Beatles: " target="_blank">All you need is love."
5.Todays message from Sir Paul and his band from across the pond: Go Vote!
Believe! Dwell in possibility. Life is good. GObama!
Love, compassion, gratitude, education, and forgiveness for all, including the animals who were here before us.