Barack Obama in North Carolina State University

I wanted you to be the first to hear the news.

At the Democratic National Convention next month, we're going to kick off the general election with an event that opens up the political process the same way we've opened it up throughout this campaign.
Barack has made it clear that this is your convention, not his.

On Thursday, August 28th, he's scheduled to formally accept the Democratic nomination in a speech at the convention hall in front of the assembled delegates.
Instead, Barack will leave the convention hall and join more than 75,000 people for a huge, free, open-air event where he will deliver his acceptance speech to the American people.

It's going to be an amazing event, and Barack would like you to join him. Free tickets will become available as the date approaches, but we've reserved a special place for a few of the people who brought us this far and who continue to drive this campaign.

If you make a donation of $5 or more between now and midnight on July 31st, you could be one of 10 supporters chosen to fly to Denver and spend two days and nights at the convention, meet Barack backstage, and watch his acceptance speech in person. Each of the ten supporters who are selected will be able to bring one guest to join them. Make a donation now and you could have a front row seat to history.

We'll follow up with more details on this and other convention activities as we get closer, but please take a moment and pass this note to someone you know who might like to be there.

It will be an event you'll never forget.

Thank you,

David

David Plouffe
Campaign Manager
Obama for America

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We are excited by the amazing amount of support we have received from the art community and are honored to announce the second print in our Artists for Obama Gallery.

Scott Hansen has generously donated his design talents to create this piece titled "Progress." Hansen is a California-based musician (Tycho) and artist (ISO50). He is well known for blending retro textures and styles with a modern design ethic.

All purchases made on the Artists for Obama Gallery are 100% contributions to the campaign and count toward your overall contribution limit of $2300. Contributions are not tax deductible for federal income tax purposes.

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As you know, only three contests remain in the Democratic primary.

Voters head to the polls in Puerto Rico on Sunday, followed by South Dakota and Montana on Tuesday.

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What will happen today

This campaign has always been about more than just an election.

When Barack and I first talked about doing this, we agreed that there was a unique opportunity for change in this country -- a real chance to move beyond the divisive politics of the past and bring people together around our shared hopes for a better future for all Americans.

Today, America is watching North Carolina.

All across the country, people are following the results of today's primary and waiting to see if North Carolina is ready for real change.

Send a message that you're ready for a new kind of leadership and a new kind of politics. Vote for change today, and make sure your friends and family get out and vote as well.

The polls are open from 6:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. Use our online tool to find your polling location:

http://nc.barackobama.com/NClookup

We've come a long way since last February. And today, the goal of real change is within reach.

But there's still a lot of work to do -- and today, we need you to go to the polls and make your voice heard.

Take a moment and watch this special message from Barack, then share it with your friends and encourage them to vote for Barack today:



http://nc.barackobama.com/NClookup

Thanks for everything you've done,

Michelle

P.S. -- Here are a few details and rules that should make your day go smoothly:

- Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. If you are in line when the polls close at 7:30 p.m., you have the right to vote.


- If you are a first-time voter who registered by mail, make sure to bring a current and valid photo ID (like a driver's license, student ID, employer ID or government ID), or a document that shows your name and address like a utility bill, bank statement, or paycheck.


- If your name is not on the voter list, first make sure you are at the correct polling place. If you are, ask for a provisional ballot.


- If you moved within the same county before April 6th, 2008, vote at the polling place for your new address.

One last thing...

I wanted to get in touch with you one last time before tomorrow's primary.

We've had a long journey together in North Carolina. For more than a year, you have been dedicated to the idea that when ordinary people come together, we can do extraordinary things.

It's been inspiring to see our movement grow in the Tar Heel State, and it strengthens my faith that the American people -- not just here in North Carolina, but across the country -- are ready to stop settling for what the cynics tell us we must accept and start reaching for what's possible.

Tomorrow's our chance to make history.

But the election is going to be close, and it's vitally important that you vote, and bring your family and friends to vote with you.

Find your polling location and vote tomorrow:

http://nc.barackobama.com/NClookup

When Michelle and I talked about my running for president, one of the core goals we both had for this campaign was to leave the political process better off than we found it.

That's just what you've done in North Carolina. And you refused to let the tired old tactics of the political status quo distract you from building this grassroots movement.

If you get out and vote tomorrow -- and bring others to vote too -- our movement will continue to grow. The world will know that North Carolina stood up for a different kind of politics. And real change will be within reach.

Find your polling location:

http://nc.barackobama.com/NClookup

Let's bring real change tomorrow.

Barack

P.S. -- Here are a few details and rules that will help make the voting process run smoothly. Make sure to share these with your friends:

Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. If you are in line when the polls close at 7:30 p.m., you have the right to vote.

If you are a first-time voter who registered by mail, make sure to bring a current and valid photo ID (like a driver's license, student ID, employer ID or government ID), or a document that shows your name and address like a utility bill, bank statement, or paycheck.

If your name is not on the voter list, first make sure you are at the correct polling place. If you are, ask for a provisional ballot.

If you moved within the same county before April 6th, 2008, vote at the polling place for your new address.

North Carolina one-stop voter registration and early vote ends tomorrow.

To find your One-Stop Early Voting location and hours over the phone or via text message, please call 1-888-NC-Early



Don't wait -- even if you are not registered to vote or have never voted before!

You'll remember this video.

Last week, Barack was in North Carolina kicking off our One-Stop Early Voting drive, and he recorded a special message before taking the stage at a rally in Greenville.

One-Stop Early Voting is like having Election Day every single day through Saturday, May 3rd, but we need you to spread the word and make sure everyone takes advantage of this exciting opportunity.

Watch the video of Barack backstage -- and look up your One-Stop Early Vote location now:



http://nc.barackobama.com/onestoplookup

With One-Stop Early Voting, it's easy to make your voice heard. Even if you aren't registered to vote or have never voted before, you can register to vote and vote early all at once.

Voting locations are open right now, so don't wait -- vote early for Barack today.

And if you've already voted, make an even bigger difference. Watch the video -- then share it with your friends and family in North Carolina and make sure they know about One-Stop Early Voting:

http://nc.barackobama.com/onestopvideo

Thank you,

Craig

Craig Schirmer
North Carolina State Director
Obama for America

P.S. -- Every day, in every part of the state, supporters are coming together to help make sure as many people as know about One-Stop Early Voting and cast their votes for Barack right away.

If you haven't already, find a way to help out in your area and sign up now:

http://nc.barackobama.com/onestopvolunteer

TOMORROW is Primary Day in Washington, DC, Virginia, and Maryland!

Find your polling location and times by clicking on your state below:

Washington, DC
Virginia
Maryland

Get Out the Vote for Barack, Forward this Email to Your Friends and Make Sure They Vote Too!

DC: polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m

MD: Polls are open from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m

VA: Polls are open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

TOMORROW is Primary Day in Washington, DC, Virginia, and Maryland!

Find your polling location and times by clicking on your state below:

Washington, DC
Virginia
Maryland

Get Out the Vote for Barack, Forward this Email to Your Friends and Make Sure They Vote Too!

Join Barack Obama for a special Stand for Change Rally in Virginia Beach, VA on Sunday, February 10th. The event will be free and open to the public.



Virginia Beach Convention Center
1000 19th St
Virginia Beach, VA

Sunday, February 10, 2008
Doors Open: 5:30 p.m.
Program Begins: 7:30 p.m.