Al Gore to endorse, appear with Obama at tonight's rally in Detroit!!!!!!

[VolcanoJen]

Hooray!!!! Happy news, oh how I wish I could be there!

http://thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/06/16/gore-to-appear-with-obama/index.html?hp

FLINT, Mich. – Former Vice President Al Gore will appear in Detroit tonight for his debut campaign appearance with Senator Barack Obama, extending an endorsement and urging all Democrats to rally behind the party’s fall ticket.

“A few hours from now I will step on stage in Detroit, Michigan to announce my support for Senator Barack Obama,” Mr. Gore said in an e-mail sent to his supporters. “From now through Election Day, I intend to do whatever I can to make sure he is elected President of the United States.”

Throughout the long Democratic primary, Mr. Gore talked frequently to Mr. Obama. But tonight’s rally at the Joe Louis Arena in downtown Detroit marks the first time they will appear together on the same stage. The endorsement was announced – on Mr. Gore’s terms – to supporters on his vast e-mail list.

“I’ve never asked members of AlGore.com to contribute to a political campaign before, but this moment and this election are too important to let pass without taking action,” Mr. Gore said. He added, “Over the past 18 months, Barack Obama has united a movement. He knows change does not come from 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue or Capitol Hill. It begins when people stand up and take action.”

[thewiseguy]

1. His endorsement means nothing at this point. Moot point.

[PBS Poll-435]

3. Gimme Golf Scores...

Pleeeeeease.

[thewiseguy]

4. Sorry watching golf at the same time..corrected

[VolcanoJen]

26. I'm watching EuroCup.

:P

[Eurobabe]

37. You so rock my world!!

Are you watching the Germany Austria game now??

[VolcanoJen]

42. YES!!!! Crucial match, c'mon Deutschland!!!!!

[Eurobabe]

53. Deutschland ist der Hammer!

Jen you are too cool! :hug:

I am watching live too.

[FrenchieCat]

Of course it still means something.

Al Gore is the leading voice on Climate Change....an important topic. McCain is a poseur on this issue. This will help those Hillary Democrats even contemplating voting for McCain......and there are some.

[thewiseguy]

13. Al is a democrat and Obama is the nominee. His endorsement now means nothing.

Who was he going to endorse?

[FrenchieCat]

23. It actually does, thewiseguy.......

I'm sure of it.

You have to remember that Obama doesn't have 100% of the Dem voters on his column just yet. This is far enough away from Clinton dropping out that it has allowed those stubborn Women voters as well as some seniors to mourn. They will take Gore's endorsement more seriously than you are giving credit.

[thewiseguy]

When Hillary Clinton endorses Obama, Al's endorsement means nothing.

Edwards endorsement came during the primaries.

[Beacool]

76. Says who???

[TahitiNut]

18. Don't forget "Tha Assault on Reason" ...

... which adds to the Case Against Cheney/Bush. It's a far stronger stance than I would've expected from Gore.

[polichick]

29. I'd like to see a cabinet level Dept. of Global Warming!

[Cha]

33. Precisely..

And I'm sure Obama appreciates it.

This is all good.

[VolcanoJen]

10. I disagree. His endorsement announcement in Michigan highlights the state's importance...

... and also helps to build excitement, and make news.

I think it's terrific. And you just know Al will give one helluva speech when he introduces Obama.

[grantcart]

20. yes they also brought in Edwards to announce there

they are trying to put Michigan away.

[thewiseguy]

30. Edwards endorsement came during the primaries.

[Oleladylib]

27. TOTALLY agree!

[roguevalley]

34. Second thread on this with a sour puss poster.

[TheDoorbellRang]

57. It means a hell of a lot to me

I've been waiting a long time for Al to step forward.

[FrenchieCat]

2. Ingenious.........

and brilliant!

[grantcart]

22. and has the feel of a script - back to managing every news cycle

who is he running against again?

[FrenchieCat]

25. Yep. That was my first thought......

That McCain attempted to piggyback Obama's appearance earlier today....and since Obama's next rally later was after the evening newscycle, some here at determined that McCain had won this newscycle.

To those I say....think again.

[grantcart]

55. I wonder when they are going to pull Bill Clinton's announcement

and where Arkansas is now single digits

[jpertello]

5. Gee,

what a maverick. What a trailblazer...Endorsing the nominee. :sarcasm:

[FrenchieCat]

15. It will also help with some of those Florida seniors dismayed because

Hillary didn't get the nom.

[jpertello]

83. those Florida seniors

can't tell their butterfly from their chad.

[That Is Quite Enough]

6. ...

Nevermind.

[SuperTrouper]

11. I am somewhat disappointed with Gore

he should have endorsed him before it was over a la Carter, Edwards, and Kerry. Even Hillary endorsed Obama before Gore...

[eowyn_of_rohan]

85. B.S. He should not "have" to endorse anybody.

He also is extremely disillusioned with the political system, as he himself has stated.

[TahitiNut]

7. (Groan) So close and I can't go.

:banghead: :banghead:

It'll be a zoo for blocks around the Joe for hours and hours. (If I were younger ...) :cry:

:banghead: :banghead:

[butterfly77]

31. I was going to go also...

but I began thinking of the crowds and the long wait..

[TahitiNut]

35. I'm sure they'll get a capacity crowd of 21,000 ... and thousands more outside.

It'll be nuts ... and that's what attracts me even more. :silly:

[VolcanoJen]

44. Go!! Go!! GO!!!!!

Take a lawnchair and some water and GO!!!!!!

[Tatiana]

48. GO ON! This is a chance to see both a FORMER and FUTURE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES!

GO! GO! GO!!!!!!!!!

[Lord Helmet]

8. my mother will be very happy about this

big Gore fan

[NatBurner]

9. it's about damn time

[Tatiana]

12. Hell yeah! Gore's the man. I understand why he waited to endorse.

Can't wait till he can be let out to attack. This will get Obama's numbers among Dems up to 90%.

[FrenchieCat]

19. I am thinking what you're thinking,

and I think that we are correct in this thought. :)

[Tatiana]

54. Timing is everything.

How many knockout punches does one get in a match?

Usually only one; so it's good to make it count!

[Cha]

43. I totally understand why he waited to endorse

and I'm relatively a political novice..but, with a crash course the last 8 years.:)

[mystieus]

14. What a brave man! Years after the process is over, Al Gore pops up!

[Cha]

46. You're not looking at the big picture..

Not everyone has to jump on that bandwagon..they can create a new one.

This is excellent timing for AL Gore.

[slinkerwink]

16. yes!!!

:bounce:

[grantcart]

17. they are making a big statement about Michigan

first Edwards now Gore - Michigan seems to be 'ground zero' for Obama

[TahitiNut]

24. The Obama campaign continues to impress me.

No (individual) drama ... just keep making the right moves.

[Window]

21. Great! Thank you Al Gore.

:headbang:

[Adelante]

28. I'm glad for the people of Michigan

They deserve a big show after what their state leaders put them through.

[Shakespeare]

32. Those of you with sarcastic responses are overlooking the most important factor about Gore.

After the 2000 debacle, he took himself OUT of politics, carefully working above the perennial mudpit to maximize his position (and his credibility)as an advocate for the global climate crisis.

And keep in mind that Gore did not do this in 2004. That underscores the importance of tonight's appearance.

[Mass]

36. Gore in 2004 endorsed Dean, then Kerry. He did a big rallye with Dean in Iowa, and campaigned later

for Kerry.

Now, what is important is that the meeting is in MI. It shows MI importance.

[Shakespeare]

40. Yes, I'm aware of that - but as far as I recall, no splashy appearance with Kerry.

And the MI appearance isn't just important, it's gutsy. Go to the homestate of the big 3 automakers--nice. :thumbsup:

[politicasista]

80. Exactly

Kudos to Gore and Obama. :)

[KoKo]

38. I think there will be a role for him...somewhere in "outreach" in Obama Administration and

this is Al's thank you... :shrug: We shall see.

[IndyOp]

41. Gore didn't endorse Kerry in 2004? Or he didn't appear publicly to announce his endorsement?

Or he didn't work on Kerry's behalf?

:shrug:

[Shakespeare]

Didn't do a big joint appearance.

I should've been more precise with my words, but tonight's appearance is a big departure from what he did in 2004.

He's also going to use his website to raise money for Obama, which he also did not do in 2004.

[IndyOp]

63. Thanks for the clarification - that matches my memory bank. (n/t)

[Mass]

68. In fact, Gore endorsed Kerry in a big unity rallye with all other candidates after Super Tuesday.

I cannot remember if he did some fundraising, but guess he did.

Not to try to minimize what he is doing today. It is great that he endorses Obama and it is a great move from the Obama people to have the rally in MI, but Gore was active in the 04 election as he will probably in this one.

[politicasista]

81. Thanks for that fact

I didn't know that about Al either. :)

[Cha]

51. I agree..it wouldn't have

been nice during the primaries..now is perfect.

[Hope And Change]

39. Yay....K & R!

[WinkyDink]

45. Well, Obama IS the nominee. It's more "campaign with" than "endorse" now.

[Barack_America]

47. Wow. Both Edwards and Gore in MICHIGAN! Now that's some love.

Florida, sorry, but it looks like you've been written off.

Perhaps if your Dem representatives had behaved themselves a little better...

[Cha]

56. Something good might happen

down the road in Florida..there's some good people down there just not so much in the power seats.

[Barack_America]

60. Absolutely.

My mom lives in FL. And she adores Obama. It just seems to me that McCain's strength in that state, combined with the antics of FL Dems, have made that a second tier state this election.

We'll see.

[Cha]

73. You're right..

Hold on to our seats!

[mopinko]

49. the important question is- will he hit the road? and will he

carry the ball on some of the harder issues, arguing the case on things that obama cannot talk about right now?

(still have my fingers crossed for al as veep. i can't help it. i just know barack has asked him. i know i could not say no to barack. sigh. a girl can dream, can't she?)

[Cha]

58. Like Al getting to be the

VP without all the drama?

[TheDoorbellRang]

88. That's my secret dream, too

I'll be happy with an Obama presidency, but Gore as VP would be just heavenly. Lord knows there's going to be enough work for two competent people to address.

[slinkerwink]

50. the best part is that Gore and Obama will OVERSHADOW McCain's antics today

[Barack_America]

61. .

What's McCain up to today?

Musta missed something while I was wasting my time working. ;)

[blogslut]

66. What did McSame do today?

I just woke up

[slinkerwink]

72. he had a press conference. He talked about challenging Obama

to townhall debates, invited Obama to go to Iraq, and attacked him on the 'bitter' comments.

[Tatiana]

77. McSame is just trying to steal some of Obama's mojo.

Obama is right to avoid him.

[blogslut]

78. Did he shake his cane?

Sorry. Now, I'm being mean.

Let the bastard rant. Al Gore trumps McSame. News Cycle won!

[Shakespeare]

79. Yes, and then screamed at all the reporters to "GET OFF MY LAWN!"

:P

[Cha]

97. That's what he

does everyday.

[oviedodem]

52. Here is why it has some meaning; ENERGY!! Remember McCain is to the left

somewhat on energy. this is very big for the "green" vote.

[Cha]

62. Thank you..yes it highlights

GREEN

[TahitiNut]

70. "Green"? ... in the Motor City? .... Gas Guzzler Gotham?

Heaven forbid. :dunce:

[Cha]

74. I was thinking about that..

it's the perfect radical place.

[JuniperLea]

59. Perfect timing

I'm happy that Gore stayed out of the in-fighting and saved his endorsement until now.

We should see a bump!

[suffragette]

64. Working the MoJo together in Michigan

Very, very glad to hear this.

This is a powerful statement of unity and is coming at a good time.

[earth mom]

65. Obama must have had to make some huge promises to Gore for this. nt

[ms liberty]

92. Fascinating...

I can't help but notice...you've posted the exact same sentence, and only the exact same sentence in each of the three threads I've read on this subject.

[earth mom]

96. So is that a crime?

:eyes:

[ms liberty]

99. Not a crime, simply a curiosity. n/t

[earth mom]

100. What's more curious is that you didn't comment about my actual post, but rather

took the focus off of Obama and his support of liquefied coal and put it square on me.

:wtf:

I'm really getting sick of the denial & b.s. around this place.

[janx]

67. "Throughout the long Democratic primary, Mr. Gore talked frequently to Mr. Obama."

Why am I not surprised? :party:

[goldcanyonaz]

69. Great news, and just in the nick of time with the European primary coming up

[TahitiNut]

71. Still buying sour grapes from the Snark Stupormarket, I see.

:nopity:

[Beacool]

75. And who the heck else was he going to endorse at this point

being that Obama is the nominee??? McCain?

:eyes:

[VolcanoJen]

82. Hey, you're the first person to come in and crap all over this news!

Not. :eyes:

[Beacool]

84. Well, I don't see what all the hoopla is about.........

Of course he's going to support the party's nominee. Was there any doubt of it?

:shrug:

[VolcanoJen]

93. So....

.... when, and whom, will Bill Clinton endorse? Should there be any doubt?

[demmiblue]

87. Oh... shut up!

[Beacool]

95. Testy.........

:rofl:

[CakeGrrl]

86. Another good strategic move by the Obama campaign

Let the immediate heat of the primaries cool down a little, give people time to think, then keep reminding them why it's so critical to vote Democratic this year.

I wonder if any mention will be made of Obama's plan to set the full slate of MI and FL delegates? Seems like a perfect time to bring it up if you ever plan to announce it, what with Al Gore, the wronged party in FL 2000, speaking in MI...

[Fleshdancer]

89. I officially HATE Detroit out of pure jealousy

x(

Poor Austin never gets any Democratic love in the GE. I understand why, but I'm still jealous.

[musicblind]

90. About darn time

Love Al Gore but was starting to wonder where he was and when he was planning to make the announcement.

[Major Hogwash]

91. Yay! Go get 'em, Gore!

At the Joe Louis Arena yet!

How appropriate.

The man who said of his opponents, "You can run, but you can't hide."

[Zomby Woof]

94. Thank you, President Gore!

He's still my president, until January 20, 2009. :-) His endorsement of Senator Obama brings the campaign to an exciting peak.

Tomorrow: a rematch between the Dodgers and Reds. :toast:

:hi: Jen Jen! :hug:

[Xenotime]

98. This is wonderful. Finally he has come out and made a decision

[Uncle Joe]

101. More accurately, he just announced his endorsement, that's not the same thing. n/t

[Zomby Woof]

102. 2-0 Dodgers, top of the 4th

Thanks for providing us a soft spot in the schedule. :D