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The Obama Family

 

On November 4, 2008 at 11:00 pm Eastern Barack Obama was the projected winner! It became official shortly after. He will be inaugurated on January 20, 2009.

I am so excited to say Congratulations to the 44th President of the United States of America!

This is a non-confrontational, parent and child friendly look at President Elect Obama, his wife Michelle, and their two daughters, Malia and Sasha. Find out a little about them, and of course, about what Barack Obama himself stands for.

Election Night, Grant Park, November 4, 2008

President-Elect Barack Obama 

President-Elect Barack Obama in Chicago

Barack Obama was elected the 44th President of the United States on November 4th, 2008 in Chicago.

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Birthdays & Ages 

  • Barack Obama
    August 4, 1961
    Age 47

  • Michelle Obama
    January 17, 1964
    Age 44

  • Malia Obama
    July 4, 1998
    Age 10

  • Natasha (Sasha) Obama
    June 7, 2001
    Age 7

Family interview with Sasha, Malia, Michelle and Barack 

Barack Obama Michelle Malia Sasha family full interview

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Important Links 

Change.gov
Throughout the Presidential Transition Project, this website will be your source for the latest news, events, and announcements so that you can follow the setting up of the Obama Administration. The transition process will offer you opportunities to participate in redefining our government.
Barack Obama: How He Did It
A team of NEWSWEEK reporters reveals the secret battles and private fears behind an epic election.
Barack Obama's Economic Agenda
Economic Issues found in this document: Protecting Homeowners, Providing Middle Class Americans Tax Relief, Strengthening Retirement Security, and Stimulating Economic Growth.
OBAMA VS. MCCAIN: Record on Women
Women's Issues found in this document: Right to Choose, Wages, Health Care, Domestic Violence, Child Care, and Paid Leave.
BARACK OBAMA: Helping America's Seniors
Seniors Issues found in this document: Social Security, Retirement Security, Health Care, and Low-Income Assistance.
BARACK OBAMA'S Support for the LGBT Community
LGBT Issues found in this document: Hate Crimes, Workplace Discrimination, Federal Rights, Civil Unions & Same-Sex Marriage, and AIDS Prevention.
Republicans for Obama
On Republicans for Obama you can learn more about where Senator Obama stands on the issues that are important to you.
The Blueprint fot Change
A 33 page document detailing Barack Obama's Plan for America.
OnTheIssues.org
Overview of Barack Obama's stance on Abortion, Budget & Economy, Civil Rights, Corporations, Crime, Drugs, Education, Energy & Oil, Environment, Families & Children, Foreign Policy, Free Trade, Government Reform, Gun Control, Health Care, Homeland Security, Immigration, Jobs, Principles & Values, Social Security, Tax Reform, Technology, War & Peace, and Welfare & Poverty.
Kids Pick the President
Nickelodeon's site for your children to learn all about the policies, politics and presidential candidates, then vote in the Kids Pick the President election this November, 2008.

Books for your family 

For children through adults

Dreams from My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance

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Yes We Can: A Biography of Barack Obama

Reading level: Ages 9-12

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Barack Obama: An American Story: An American Story (All Aboard Reading)

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Obama Answers to Children's Questions 

It might help you discuss these issues with your own children.

The Washington Post "KidsPost" asked readers what questions they would like the major-party presidential candidates to answer. I love Barack's answers and wanted to share some of them here.

Q: It seems kind of weird that me and my mom get to . . . hang around all summer, while all the kids in Iraq and Afghanistan have to be in a war, even though they didn't do anything. . . . What will you do to help all the moms and kids in Iraq and Afghanistan after the war is over?
- Kelly Lynn, age 6


Obama: "You're absolutely right that children and families are often victims of war, and that's why we need to be very, very careful when we decide to fight a war. . . .

In Afghanistan, the best way for us to help kids and their families is to make sure that their communities are kept safe from the spreading violence and that their country doesn't fall back under the strict and repressive rule of the Taliban.

To make sure that doesn't happen, I will send in additional American troops and offer greater assistance . . . including assistance that helps Afghan children go to school."


Q: Because global warming is such a big issue now, what would you do to lower the use of (items) not being recycled in the United States?
- Kendall, age 10


Obama: "We'll invest in clean energy sources, and we'll commit to getting more of our electricity from sources like wind and solar (power) and cut the amount of greenhouse gases we produce.

You're right that recycling more and using less Styrofoam and paper are important, and there are other steps you can take, too, like carpooling with your friends on the way to school or turning the lights off when you leave the room."


Q: I think kids should be trusted to vote because they do pay attention. What are you going to do about kids not being able to vote?
- Andrew, age 7


Obama: "I'm glad you're paying attention, Andrew, and, like you, my daughters would like to have a bigger say in what happens in their world -- but I don't plan to ask Congress to lower the voting age.

The good news is that there are many ways that young people like you can make a difference, whether it's writing letters to your representatives or talking to your parents, teachers and friends about the issues that matter to you."


You can view the full article at The Columbus Dispatch.

Biography of Michelle Obama 

Michelle Obama: South Side Girl

A short biography of Michelle Obama that introduces the Obama family to families across America. It played Monday night at the 2008 Democratic National Convention.

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Rumors & Truths 

Rumor: Michelle Obama isn't proud of her country.
Michelle Obama's comments about her pride in her country have been taken out of context, by both the Tennessee and Washington State Republican parties in paid advertisements attacking Michelle.

Truth: Michelle Obama loves the United States and the opportunities it has given her. Even Laura Bush herself has defended Michelle Obama on this issue and labeled this kind of attack as "misconstrued."


Rumor: Obama is not a natural born citizen and can not produce his birth certificate.

Truth: Senator Obama was born in Hawaii in 1961, after it became a state on August 21st, 1959. Obama became a citizen at birth under the first section of the 14th Amendment.


Rumor: Barack Obama is secretly a Muslim and was sworn into the U.S. Senate using the Koran.

Truth: Barack Obama was sworn in using his family Bible. Senator Obama has never been a Muslim, was not raised as a Muslim, and is a committed Christian. Further, this myth perpetuates unfortunate falsehoods about the Muslim-American community that are offensive to people of all faiths.


Rumor: Barack Obama didn't take time for the troops.
Conservative blogs, referencing an inaccurate email from abroad, have been spreading the rumor that Barack Obama gave troops the cold shoulder on his foreign trip.

Truth: Barack Obama spent time throughout his trip visiting with and thanking our troops in Kuwait, Afghanistan and Iraq. He was proud to meet so many of our troops overseas and has repeatedly praised their service and dedication.


Rumor: An email claims that Barack Obama wants to tax your home, IRA, & even your water.
A rapidly spreading email is tricking thousands-if not millions-of Americans with outrageous lies and misrepresentations about Barack Obama's tax policies.

Truth: Barack Obama wants the tax code to favor honest, hard-working people, and he has proposed a $1,000 tax cut for middle class families.


Rumor: Barack Obama won't say the Pledge of Allegiance & he won't put his hand over his heart

Truth: Barack Obama loves his flag and his country. We've seen him leading The Pledge of Allegiance in the United States Senate, with his hand over his heart.

To read more, and to see videos and documents as proof of the above go to Fight The Smears.

Obama Family Photos on Flickr 

The Obama Family by dsmyre

Senator and Mrs. Barack Obama by dsmyre

Michelle Obama and Daughters by cq.swat

1st Family by Chude

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The Obama family by chriskingstl

Obama 2008 by jenontheshore

Senator and Mrs. Barack Obama by dsmyre

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Obama - Family by diannegrieser

Dap! by dsmyre

Obama - daughter by diannegrieser

IMG_1012 by Barack Obama

Comfortable by Neal1960

APTOPIX  Democratic Convention by kip152

Obama Family Photos with Grand Parents by Munoz Family

Obama Family Photos 1 by Munoz Family

I'm part of the Obama Nation by DrewMyers

"Present" Votes 

What do they mean?

Senator Obama acknowledges that in eight years in the Illinois Senate, he voted "present" 129 times. That was out of roughly 4,000 votes he cast.

"Present" votes are an accepted legislative strategy in the Illinois Senate. Those who think a present vote is an indecisive move doesn't understand how the process works. And really, isn't that most of us?

"Present" works as a vote against a measure during final action. It's most important use is as a means of signaling concerns about an issue. It shows the other party a willingness to compromise on an issue, disapproval for an aspect of a bill, questioning the constitutionality of a bill, or a desire to strengthen a bill.

"Present" votes are often part of a careful strategy. A group of senators will decide to vote "present" so that the wavering senators would do the same. For their purposes, a "present" was as good as a "no" because it kept the bills from reaching the majority needed to pass.

Democratic National Convention August 28, 2008

Inspiring

Photographer Scout Tufankjian has been following Barack on his campaign trail taking some of the most beautiful and moving images I've seen.

You have to see them for yourself.

ScoutTufankjian.com

Follow Barack on Twitter 

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    Barack Obama's Acceptance Speech 

    Barack Obama at the 2008 DNC

    Barack Obama spoke to an audience of 84,000 at Mile High Stadium, on August 28, 2008 in Denver, CO.

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    The Obama Family in the News 

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    A Glimpse of Barack & Michelle As They Are 


    Four Days in Denver: Behind the Scenes at the 2008 DNC

    Follow Barack, Michelle, Joe, and their families behind-the-scenes at the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver, Colorado. (Music composed by Greg Kuehn for Peligro Music & Sound Design)

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    Barack Obama's Platform 

    Abortion: Abortions should be legal according to Roe vs. Wade, and female contraceptives should be covered by health insurance.

    Education: Obama will establish a new American Opportunity Tax Credit worth $4,000 a year in exchange for 100 hours of public service a year.

    Environment: Calls for 25 percent of U.S. electricity to come from renewable sources by 2025, and for 30 percent of the federal government's electricity to come from renewables by 2020.

    Gay Marriage: Supports the full inclusion of same-sex couples and their families, with equal rights, benefits and responsibilities.

    Gun Control: Ban the sale or transfer of semi-automatic weapons while increasing restrictions on purchasing of firearms.

    Immigration: Implement a guest worker program, providing a path towards citizenship for all undocumented workers.

    Stem Cell Research: Obama supports expansion of federally-funded stem cell research, including embryonic stem cell research.

    Taxes: Barack Obama's plan will provide $80-85 billion in tax relief to America's workers, seniors, and homeowners.

    War in Iraq: Supports a plan to immediately begin troop withdrawal from Iraq at a pace of one or two brigades a month, to be completed by the end of 2008.

    Obama Family 2006

    What do people outside of the US think? 

    Obama preferred in world poll

    Barack Obama is favored by a 4 to 1 margin by the 22,500+ people polled in 22 countries around the world. Countries polled included Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Egypt, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Kenya, Lebanon, Mexico, Nigeria, Panama, the Philippines, Poland, Russia, Singapore, Turkey, the UAE and the UK.

    On average, 49% preferred Obama, and in 17 of those countries, the most common view was that US relations with the rest of the world would improve under Barack Obama.

    Election Graph

    GlobeScan and Program on International Policy Attitudes carried out the survey in July and August.

    Source: BBC News, September 10, 2008

    Michelle & Barack voting on 11.05.08 

    I love how you can see Barack explaining to Malia how the process works. And her smile is just beautiful.

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    Guestbook 

    Tiddledeewinks wrote...

    Nice lens on the new First Family.

    ReplyPosted November 12, 2008

    the_lensmaster wrote...

    Great lens and I bookmarked. You've done a good job, full of infos. Even I am not citizen of USA I approved the election of Obama and Beautiful family!

    ReplyPosted November 08, 2008

    barose wrote...

    Beautiful family! I just love that family photo at the top. I couldn't stop crying when they all came out together!

    ReplyPosted November 06, 2008

    Margo_Arrowsmith wrote...

    I love the crayoned Obama symbol! I hope you will visit my lens Obama's Girls . I have already given you all the stars I can!

    ReplyPosted November 06, 2008

    LaurieBeth wrote...

    A really great lens about the 44th president of the United States. ;) 5 stars!

    ReplyPosted November 01, 2008

     
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    -Senator Barack Obama, August 28, 2008

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