The McCain-Obama Virals

10 Things You Should Know About Obama's Plan (but probably don't)

2009-03-01T12:47:00.000-08:00

Well, here it is. Last week, President Obama unveiled his budget—his blueprint for America—and it's ambitious, amazing, and unapologetically progressive. As Paul Krugman said, it will set America on a "fundamentally new course."¹

President Obama called his budget "a threat to the status quo," and trust me, the status quo noticed. Oil companies, big banks and insurance companies are already mobilizing to stop it.²

Unfortunately, most folks don't realize how far-reaching and progressive the plan is—that's where we all come in.

Here are 10 really incredible things about Obama's plan. Check them out and then send them on to your friends and family so that millions of people will have the information they need to fight to make this vision a reality.

10 Things You've Gotta Know About Obama's Plan

Makes a $634 billion down payment on fixing health care that will go a long way toward paying for a more efficient, more affordable health care system that covers every single American.³

Reduces taxes for 95% of working Americans. And if your family makes less than $250,000, your taxes won't go up one dime.⁴

Invests more than $100 billion in clean energy technology, creating millions of green jobs that can never be outsourced.⁵

Brings our troops home from Iraq on a firm timetable, finally bringing the war to a close—and freeing up almost ten billion dollars a month for domestic priorities.⁶

Reverses growing income inequality. The plan lets the Bush tax cuts for the wealthiest Americans expire and focuses on strengthening the middle class.⁷

Closes multi-billion-dollar tax loopholes for big oil companies. ⁸

Increases grants to help families pay for college—the largest increase ever.⁹

Halves the deficit by 2013. President Obama inherited a legacy of huge deficits and an economy in shambles, but his plan brings the deficit under control as soon as the economy begins to recover.¹⁰

Dramatically increases funding for the SEC and the CFTC—the agencies that police Wall Street.¹¹

Tells it straight. For years, budgets have used accounting tricks to hide the real costs of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the Bush tax cuts, and too many other programs. Obama's budget gets rid of the smokescreens and lays out what America's priorities are, what they cost, and how we're going to pay for them.¹²

This is the change we voted for. President Obama has done his part, now we need to do ours.

P.S. Turns out there are way more than 10 amazing things in Obama's budget and we couldn't resist sharing just a few more.

Stops unnecessary government subsidies to big banks, health insurance companies and big agribusinesses.^13,14,15

Expands access to early childhood education and improves schools by investing in programs that make sure every child has a qualified, strong teacher.¹⁶

Negotiates for better prescription drug prices using Medicaid's tremendous bargaining power.¹⁷

Expands access to family planning for low-income women.¹⁸

Caps the pollution that causes global warming, and makes polluters pay to support clean energy innovation.¹⁹

Sources:

1. "Climate of Change," The New York Times, February 27, 2009
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/27/opinion/27krugman.html?em

2. "Obama Calls His Budget Sweeping, Needed Change," The New York Times, February 28, 2009
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=51201&id=15687-10660238-AdqPhQx&t=2

3. "Obama Offers Broad Plan to Revamp Health Care," The New York Times, February 26, 2009
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=51202&id=15687-10660238-AdqPhQx&t=3

4. "Obama Expects Fight Over $3.55 Trillion Budget Plan," Bloomberg News, February 28, 2009
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=51203&id=15687-10660238-AdqPhQx&t=4

5. "Energy Budget Is Sunlight After Eight Years of Darkness," Center for American Progress, February 26, 2009
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=51204&id=15687-10660238-AdqPhQx&t=5

6. "The Economic Cost of War in Iraq and Afghanistan," The New York Times, March 1, 2009
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/03/01/weekinreview/01glanz.html

7. "Tax Cuts," The New York Times, February 26, 2009
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/27/washington/27web-tax.html

8. "Energy Budget Is Sunlight After Eight Years of Darkness," Center for American Progress, February 26, 2009
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=51204&id=15687-10660238-AdqPhQx&t=6

9. "Student Loans," The New York Times, February 26, 2009
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/27/washington/27web-edu.html

10. "Obama unveils budget blueprint," CNN, February 26, 2009
http://www.cnn.com/2009/POLITICS/02/26/budget/

11. "Obama budget would boost SEC, CFTC, FBI," Reuters, February 26, 2009
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=51205&id=15687-10660238-AdqPhQx&t=7

12. "Obama's budget," Los Angeles Times, February 27, 2009
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=51206&id=15687-10660238-AdqPhQx&t=8

13. "Student Loans," The New York Times, February 26, 2009
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/27/washington/27web-edu.html

14. "Health Insurance Stocks Dive on Medicare Advantage Cuts," The Wall Street Journal, February 26, 2009
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=51207&id=15687-10660238-AdqPhQx&t=9

15. "Agriculture," The New York Times, February 26, 2009
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/27/washington/27web-agri.html

16. "Investing Wisely in Our Children," Center for American Progress, February 26, 2009
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=51208&id=15687-10660238-AdqPhQx&t=10

17. "Obama Offers Broad Plan to Revamp Health Care," The New York Times, February 26, 2009
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=51202&id=15687-10660238-AdqPhQx&t=11

18. "Obama Offers Broad Plan to Revamp Health Care," The New York Times, February 26, 2009
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=51202&id=15687-10660238-AdqPhQx&t=12

19. "Setting 'Green' Goals," The New York Times, February 26, 2009
http://www.moveon.org/r?r=51209&id=15687-10660238-AdqPhQx&t=13

Ralph Nader asks if Barack Obama will be an Uncle Tom

2008-11-06T09:16:00.000-08:00

November 5, 2008

Ralph Nader and Shepard Smith get in a bit of a quarrel about the phrase Nader used to describe Barack Obama's potential role as well as his forked road ahead. Personally... I think he's looking to make headlines and went too far with this opinion. Seriously though, who goes on national television and presents that kind of ultimatum with such poor choice of words - especially on the day of Barack Obama's election! Barack! The most inspiring and respected politician of his time. The first black President of the United States! Nader's a tool.

The Truth is Out About Sarah Palin - Fox News: She Didn't Know Africa Was a Continent

2008-11-06T09:12:00.000-08:00

Added: November 5, 2008

The McCain Campaign worried about Sarah Palins lack of knowledge, temper tantrums, and rogue attitude.

President-Elect Barack Obama's Acceptance Speech in Chicago - 'Change has come to America'

2008-11-05T19:31:00.000-08:00

November 4, 2008

Barack Obama was elected the 44th President of the United States on November 4th, 2008 in Chicago. "Yes we can"!

John McCain's Concession Speech - Phoenix

2008-11-05T19:09:00.000-08:00

Added: November 4, 2008

John McCain's concession speech Nov. 4, 2008 after the election.

Martin Luther King, Jr.: I Have a Dream

2008-11-05T19:07:00.000-08:00

Added: January 10, 2006

King's I Have a Dream speech given on August 28, 1963.

CNN Will I Am Hologram, First time on TV

2008-11-05T19:00:00.000-08:00

Added: November 04, 2008

Will I Am Hologram on CNN - First time on TV- with Anderson Cooper.

Voter Intimidation by Black Panthers in Philadelphia Video - "Security" Patrols

2008-11-04T18:27:00.000-08:00

Added: November 4, 2008

Black Panthers patrolling a polling office in Philadelphia with a night stick during Election Day. An intimidated white republican ended up calling the cops to remove them from the doors. They didn't physically confront anyone.

"Home Invasion" Video: Vote NO on Prop 8

2008-11-04T16:55:00.000-08:00

Added: October 31, 2008

The Mormon Church has raised $20 million to pass Prop 8, which would "eliminate the right of same-sex couples to marry." The Courage Campaign Issues Committee, Sen. Barack Obama, Sen. Dianne Feinstein, and Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger all agree: NO ON PROP 8!

http://www.couragecampaign.org

"You Can Vote However You Like" Video: Parody of TI's "Whatever You Like"

2008-11-04T16:45:00.000-08:00

Added: October 25, 2008

The kids from the Ron Clark Academy performing live "You Can Vote However You Like," a parody to T.I.'s "Whatever You Like". Atlanta Georgia Ron Clark Academy.
for full interview click
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEKNAZ...

Lyrics:

Obama on the left
McCain on the right
We can talk politics all night
And you can vote however you like
You can vote however you like, yeah

Democratic left
Republican right
November 4th we decide
And you can vote however you like
You can vote however you like, yeah

(McCain supporters)
McCain is the man
Fought for us in Vietnam
You know if anyone can
Help our country he can
Taxes droppin low
Dont you know oils gonna flow
Drill it low
I'll show our economy will grow

McCain's the best candidate
With Palin as his running mate
They'll fight for gun rights, pro life,
The conservative right
Our future is bright
Better economy in site
And all the world will feel our military might

(Obama supporters)
But McCain and Bush are real close right
They vote alike and keep it tight
Obama's new, he's younger too
The Middle Class he will help you
He'll bring a change, he's got the brains
McCain and Bush are just the same
You are to blame, Iraq's a shame
Four more years would be insane

Lower your Taxes - you know Obama Won't
PROTECT THE LOWER CLASS - You know McCain won't!
Have enough experience - you know that they don't
STOP GLOBAL WARMING - you know that you won't

I want Obama
FORGET OBAMA
Stick with McCain and you're going to have some drama
We need it
HE'LL BRING IT
He'll be it
YOU'LL SEE IT
We'll do it
GET TO IT
Let's move it
DO IT!

Obama on the left
McCain on the right
We can talk politics all night
And you can vote however you like
You can vote however you like, yeah

Democratic left
Republican right
November 4th we decide
And you can vote however you like, I said
You can vote however you like, yeah

I'm talking big pipe lines, and low gas prices
Below $2.00 that would be nice

But to do it right we gotta start today
Finding renewable ways that are here to stay

I want Obama
FORGET OBAMA,
Stick wit McCain you gone have some drama
MORE WAR IN IRAQ
Iran he will attack
CAN'T BRING OUR TROOPS BACK
We gotta vote Barack!

Obama on the left
McCain on the right
We can talk politics all night
And you can vote however you like, I said
You can vote however you like, yeah

Democratic left
Republican right
November 4th we decide
And you can vote however you like, I said
You can vote however you like, yeah

Barack Obama Video: One Day to Change the World

2008-11-04T16:39:00.000-08:00

Added: November 2, 2008

The polls have closed in Florida! I hope we made!!! My best to Barack Hussein Obama!!

"One Vote" - ValueVotersUSA.com (official)

2008-11-04T15:22:00.000-08:00

Added: October 18, 2008

Some things are more important than high gas prices or a faltering economy. They are life, family, marriage and faith. This November, Christians will have one vote to change the world. Vote your values!

The Hockey Mama for Obama Song - Singing Out Against Sarah Palin

2008-11-04T15:18:00.000-08:00

Added: October 21, 2008

Hockey mom and piano playing moose sing out against Palin.

Barack Obama: IF I LOSE

2008-11-04T15:15:00.000-08:00

Added: November 02, 2008

Please Rate/Comment/Fave!
OBAMA/BIDEN '08!!!

John McCain: Robots Attack!

2008-11-04T15:09:00.000-08:00

Added: October 30, 2008

Fight John McCain's robo calls. Get out the vote! Elect Barack Obama!
http://www.barackobama.com/

The Young Turks: It's On - Election Day is Here!

2008-11-04T15:06:00.000-08:00

Added: November 03, 2008

Bruce and Barack: The Rising in Cleveland

2008-11-04T15:03:00.000-08:00

Added: November 03, 2008

Bruce Springsteen sang "The Rising" at a Rally in Cleveland, OH before introducing Barack Obama and his family to the stage. November 2, 2008.

Obama Tears Up Over Grandmother: "She was a Quiet Hero"

2008-11-04T14:57:00.000-08:00

Added: November 03, 2008

In North Carolina, Barack Obama speaks about his grandmother, Madeyln Dunham or "Toot," who passed away just this morning, one day before the election.

"She was a quiet hero," Obama said.

Toot, short for Tutu (grandmother in Hawaiian) died from cancer at 86 years old.

Obama stated, "She's gone home."

Obama and his sister, Maya Soetoro-Ng, issued the following statement:

"It is with great sadness that we announce that our grandmother, Madelyn Dunham, has died peacefully after a battle with cancer. She was the cornerstone of our family, and a woman of extraordinary accomplishment, strength, and humility. She was the person who encouraged and allowed us to take chances. She was proud of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and left this world with the knowledge that her impact on all of us was meaningful and enduring. Our debt to her is beyond measure.

Our family wants to thank all of those who sent flowers, cards, well-wishes, and prayers during this difficult time. It brought our grandmother and us great comfort. Our grandmother was a private woman, and we will respect her wish for a small private ceremony to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you make a donation to any worthy organization in search of a cure for cancer."

SUPERBARACK

2008-11-04T14:54:00.000-08:00

Added: November 03, 2008

Have no fear... SuperBarack is here. The Obamacles conclude with a chilling look back at the last 8 years and a thrilling glimpse of the future.

Obama Is Going To Pay For My Gas And Mortgage!!!

2008-11-04T14:40:00.000-08:00

Added: November 2, 2008

Ok... maybe not. But she does say she won't have to worry about those things, insinuating that Obama will take care of our nation.

"We Have a Lot of Work to Do"

2008-11-04T08:38:00.000-08:00

Added November 3, 2008

Please, get in line today! There's too much at stake! There's too much to leave unchanged! Too much work to do! Vote Obama Today! Don't let up! Your boss will understand. Bring your kids if you have to. Get a babysitter if you have to. Cancel your plans if you have to. The next few hours will determine the next 4 years of your life and mine.

OBAMA for President!

Obama and McCain - Dance Off! Featuring Sarah Palin

2008-11-03T17:26:00.000-08:00

Added: October 23, 2008

Obama and McCain get it on..

Obama Flips Off McCain

2008-11-03T17:20:00.000-08:00

Added: November 03, 2008

Obama flips off John McCain just like he flipped off Hillary in the primaries! NO CLASS!

Saturday Night Live (SNL): Countdown with Keith Olbermann

2008-11-03T11:31:00.000-08:00

Added: November 1, 2008

Keith Olbermann is indignant and his cat is innocent.

Satuday Night Live (SNL): McCain QVC Open

2008-11-03T11:19:00.000-08:00

Added: November 1, 2008

Sen. McCain and Gov. Palin (Fey) address the Nation on QVC