Senator Obama canvasses a neighbourhood in Holland, Ohio - lots of pics

[Kadie]

US Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) canvasses a neighbourhood in Holland, Ohio October 12, 2008.


US Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) (C) speaks to a potential voter as he canvasses a neighbourhood in Holland, Ohio October 12, 2008.


HOLLAND, OH- OCTOBER 12: Democratic presidential nominee U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL) speaks with voters as he canvasses a neighborhood October 12, 2008 in Holland, Ohio. Obama is in Ohio to prepare for the third and final presidential debate which will be held October 15th at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York.


US Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) speaks to potential voters as he canvasses a neighbourhood in Holland, Ohio October 12, 2008.


US Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) speaks to a potential voter as he canvasses a neighbourhood in Holland, Ohio October 12, 2008.


US Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) canvasses a neighbourhood in Holland, Ohio, October 12, 2008.


HOLLAND, OH- OCTOBER 12: Democratic presidential nominee U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL) speaks with voters as he canvasses a neighborhood October 12, 2008 in Holland, Ohio. Obama is in Ohio to prepare for the third and final presidential debate which will be held October 15th at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York.


HOLLAND, OH- OCTOBER 12: Democratic presidential nominee U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL) speaks with voters as he canvasses a neighborhood October 12, 2008 in Holland, Ohio. Obama is in Ohio to prepare for the third and final presidential debate which will be held October 15th at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York.


HOLLAND, OH- OCTOBER 12: Democratic U.S. presidential nominee Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL) speaks with voters as he canvasses a neighborhood October 12, 2008 in Holland, Ohio. Obama continues to campaign as Election Day begins to draw near while he runs against his Republican presidential nominee U.S. Sen. John McCain (R-AZ).


HOLLAND, OH- OCTOBER 12: Democratic presidential nominee U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL) speaks with voters as he canvasses a neighborhood October 12, 2008 in Holland, Ohio. Obama is in Ohio to prepare for the third and final presidential debate which will be held October 15th at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York.


Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., right, laughs as he greets supporters in Holland, Ohio, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008.


HOLLAND, OH- OCTOBER 12: Democratic presidential nominee U.S. Sen. Barack Obama (D-IL) pets a dog as he speaks with voters while canvassing a neighborhood October 12, 2008 in Holland, Ohio. Obama is in ohio to prepare for the third and final presidential debate which will be held October 15th at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York.


Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., right, gets a high-five from a boy as he campaigns in Holland, Ohio, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008.

[occe]

1. Great pics!

Thanks for sharing.

[msallied]

2. Never in my life have I ever wished so much to live in Holland, OH. :)

I love these pictures! I think Obama just secured himself another handful of votes, easily.

[Cha]

24. Lol! I love that he's doing this..always on the

go is our Obama!

[Blue Diadem]

41. My Dad grew up there.

I'm keeping my fingers crossed that maybe Obama will come out to my little town.

[Schulzz]

3. Great pics! Thank you.

I bet these people where very surprised to see Obama. Probably had more effect than a speech.

[asdjrocky]

4. Favorite pic?

The last one. Great post, thanks for sharing.

[AlecBGreen]

84. ditto!

love it! thanks for sharig the great pictures. what a nice guy.

[GinaMaria]

86. tied for second place fav pic

the laugh and the dogs!

[awoke_in_2003]

90. I concur

children and dogs are good judges of character, and both seem relaxed around him (unlike the pics we have seen of bush and kids)

[Barack_America]

5. Yea! Pictures!

Love them!

[NMDemDist2]

6. retail politics babeeeee

wouldn't that just blow your mind though? open the door and see Obama standing there

:faint:

[YDogg]

12. although in fairness I'd also faint if I opened my door and saw McMelanoma

LOL

[blueknight]

7. great pics!

wish this was my neighborhood!

[holiday]

8. He is like a rock star

I'm sitting here like "He's in my state he's in my state right now!" lol

Pictures of him are always so beautiful.. damn he is charming

[YDogg]

9. beautiful!

the young man in the 05 jersey looks delighted!

[Tribetime]

10. great pics thank you....even the dogs like Obama (animals know true character)

[NightWatcher]

11. not a photo op, he's got the freaking clipboard with names and addresses

shit, he's good

and Johnny McSame, taking another weekend off???

[YDogg]

15. yup. those lists look familiar.

[FogerRox]

66. Looks like a VAN printout, yup.

[BelleCarolinaPeridot]

17. Exactly!

That's what I was thinking to myself "He's got the clipboard!"

[Clio the Leo]

33. Yes, how hillarious is that! ..........

...... cant you just hear him? (rings doorbell) "Um, yes, hello, I'm working for the Obama campaign and was just wondering if you'd be willing to take part in a survey....."

good times, good times

[Erin Elizabeth]

37. I noticed that. That clipboard is extremely familiar to me.

Well not THAT one, but the clipboard with the lists on them, LOL. I've canvassed in triple digit temps, in the rain, you name it. It's hard work, but it's really rewarding.

[Hippo_Tron]

54. Realistically it is a photo op, but he's so good at this shit you can't tell

The man looks natural at whatever he's doing.

[myrna minx]

75. LOL, exactly. "Hello, my name is Barack and I'm with the Obama campaign..."

[qanda]

13. These are great!

[AFSCME girl]

14. Awesome pics!

Thanks so much for posting them!!

[sandyd921]

16. Thanks for the pics!

Hope he does more of this! Great way to highlight how he connects with the lives and issues of average folks!

[BlooInBloo]

18. Can you just IMAGINE it? KnockKncock! "Hi, I'm Barack Obama..."

BWAHAHAHA!!!!

[marew]

44. I'd have fainted, I'm sure.

I have so much admiration for that man!

[Adelante]

19. We love us some Barack Obama!

[ThatsMyBarack]

45. The "Mary Poppins" penguins are a nice touch!

[hisownpetard]

20. Too bad Palin didn't think of going there first. Then she could claim that she's been to Holland.

[monmouth]

32. Hahahaha, lost the soda on that one..LOL, LOL

[tilsammans]

40. LOL!

My laugh of the day!

[ckimmy57]

109. Good one!

[hisownpetard]

111. Thanks - and welcome aboard!

[1corona4u]

21. I hate to say it though...

but the lady in pink looks like a republican....just something about her...maybe it's just the pic though....her pose.

[chalky]

29. Yes! Arms crossed, legs crossed--a defensive pose if ever there was one.

And Obama, in reading his body language, was as respectful as ever.

[1corona4u]

31. Yep....she looks to be in a 'defensive' pose....like she is uncomfortable...

[Bernardo de La Paz]

108. She's just uncomfortable from the media attention, that's all. . . . nt

[Kadie]

48. If so,

I wonder if he was able to get her vote. Wouldn't surprise me if he did.

[Ilsa]

58. Her crossed arms look defensive, and she has backed herself into a corner.

I don't think she wants to be close to him.

[CarbonDate]

69. Cut her some slack.

I'm sure the last thing she expected was to be talking to one of the two men who might be our next President... or to have her picture spread all across the world while her body language is examined by people who've never met her. I can understand if she's a little uncomfortable with all the sudden attention.

[me b zola]

101. That is a good point

At first I noticed the defensive body language. But your post reminded me of how I look sluffing around our home and how I feel/react when someone comes to the door when I'm not looking ready for prime-time.

[Steelworker In OH]

78. Theres some video

on our local Toledo Channel 11 News website (http://www.wtol.com/global/story.asp?s=9167018 ) that may show otherwise, she looked kinda shocked when he was at her door, and she shook his hand and looked pretty surprised. I don't know if the pics just show her listening to him or what, but I don't think it was out of disrespect.

[FrenchieCat]

119. Thanks for the Video!

Liked the part when the guy said..."this is Obama Country, middle class people"...or something like that!

[stoge18]

88. likely the first time

a black man had ever been on her front porch.

[Hansel]

99. And the American flag in her planter? n/t

[trof]

100. Her body language says a lot. Noticed that right away.

[Politicalboi]

117. Yes I noticed that too

She's not looking him in the eye just like MaGoo.

[Left Is Write]

22. Those are fantastic pictures, and they brought a tear to my eye.

What a good man we have.

[Cha]

23. One lady felt the need to hug Obama and if

I lived in that neighborhood it would be me

[Pacifist Patriot]

97. At this point in time I think there would have been a picture of me not only hugging him, but...

sobbing in his arms with simultaneous anxiety and relief.

[Cha]

128. It's deep into our subconscious what we've

gone through the last eight years and we're just aching to get it out

[TEXASYANKEE]

110. I love this picture and it gives me reason to believe.

That for every American who says they agree with Obama but just can't vote for him ... there are scores and scores of Americans just like the good people in that picture. People who are not afraid to reach right out and give the man a hug. And you know they'll vote for him. I love it!

[Liberal Mommy]

25. Awesome just awesome!

Look at our next President going DOOR to DOOR!!! Love him!

[BrklynLiberal]

26. Can you imagine!!? Your doorbell rings, and you open it..and standing there is Barack Obama!!!!

My mouth would be flapping, but no sounds would come out...

[IsItJustMe]

27. A man of the people. I love it. Thanks for the pictures.

[treestar]

89. He definitely loves people

just people in general. He obviously loves to be around people.

[Indiana_Dem]

28. Oh MAN! I wish he'd go canvassing with me!

He has had lots of experience knocking on doors being a community organizer! It probably feels good to him to do that again!

[Phx_Dem]

30. Great pics! Is Holland a Dem or Rep area?

[HughBeaumont]

53. Lucas County (Toledo) went 60/40 for Kerry.

I think Fourth only to Cuyahoga, Mahoning and Athens counties in blue heaviness.

[Peggesis1]

104. But in my (admittedly limited) experience with people in Holland,

I think of it as pretty rightwing-leaning. Those strawberry farmers tend to go conservative, I think. It's got a reputation as a Joe Six-pack kind of area.

[johnnyrocket]

34. Ohio's going big blue this year, I can feel it!

Those pesky Ohioans have come to their senses.

[Erin Elizabeth]

35. I'm sorry but that's freaking impressive.

That this late in the campaign he'd be out there going door to door, petting people's dogs, talking to them one on one. Just amazing.

[nc4bo]

36. Oh My Gosh, the man is AWESOMENESS (is that even a word?) personified!!!

I'd love to know what people were asking and how Obama responded!!!!

See Ohio, that guy with the funny sounding name and deep suntan is not such a scary man after all!! He's just like US!!

WOOT!!!

[progressivebydesign]

38. OMG! Those are so sweet!!! I love the one with the kid high-five (low five), and the dogs..

Wish I lived in a battleground state!!

[Roland99]

39. So pathethic. Seeing someone pandering for votes so openly.

[Blue Diadem]

42. Those are great pictures. Thank you! n/t

[grantcart]

43. Community Organizer in Chief

He is going to reorganize this country one neighborhood at a time.


This is so brilliant on so many levels = a big encouragement to all of the people that are canvassing for him when they see these pics.

[4_Legs_Good]

46. That is too damned cool.

Thanks!!!



Keep up the energy Barack. Just over 3 weeks to go!

David

[greenmutha]

47. That's our President ...keeping it real!

God, I love this man. The more I find out about him, the more I am convinced that he will be *the* best President we have had in our lifetime.

[Top Cat]

49. Wow.....

[grannylib]

50. Those are great pictures - thanks for sharing!

Michelle is going to be here in Minnesota tomorrow, but I have to work and don't know where she'd going to be anyway...bummer...
Lucky residents of Holland Ohio!!

[GreenEyedLefty]

51. What a thrill!

[splat@14]

52. Ohio visit

I love this and Obama is the one. I haven't posted anything in quite a while but what scares the crap out of me when he's out like this (and, probably Michelle as well) is his exposure. I'm not a religious person but I pray that Obama has a long natural life.

[Jennicut]

55. He looks like he does this every Sunday afternoon

He is a natural at organizing people.

[and-justice-for-all]

56. That's something you never see...nt

[Blondiegrrl]

57. Lucky residents.

I don't know what I'd do if Barack Obama showed up on my doorstep.

I'd be torn between feeling thrilled ... and mortified by my messy front porch.

Great pics!

[Ilsa]

59. I wish I lived in a swing state and not in red state hell in TX. nt

[Thrill]

60. Here is a good article on the visit. It has video too

http://www.toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/2...

[celloise]

61. Thanks

Wonderful pics.

[2Design]

62. 2nd pict down - notice the flag - this is the signal for a repuke

I used to love to have my flag out but once these rw nuts took it over - I stopped - notice the crossed arms too -

It was nice to see him out and about - but I worry about nuts

[nyccitizen]

67. Sorry, but having an American flag on your lawn doesn't mean you're GOP. nt

[2Design]

73. if it is not flag holiday like 4th of july or memorial day or veterans day

or flag day and it is out all year - good chance it is

[live love laugh]

68. Second pic down--her body language says she won't vote for him or didn't. No connection at all. nt

[WinkyDink]

76. That's okay. On 11/05 she'll be bragging about his being there!

[Thrill]

63. Video here

[cui bono]

64. It's really nice to see it in pictures. Thanks for posting!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

65. Great pics!

How I wish he'd visit my neighborhood!

He sure was having a wonderful time, schmoozing with all those good people!

He's feeling great, and it shows!

[misskittysister]

70. Wonderful pics!

Thanks so much for sharing these terrific photos--next best thing to being there. You can almost feel the excitement in the neighborhood. Especially loved the one where Sen. Obama is petting the two pooches (I'm an unabashed dog lover) and the last photo, of the little boy giving him a high five, and the other little boy looking on...truly a moving moment. Hope the world will be a better place for those youngsters, with President Obama!!!

[helderheid]

71. You can't wipe the smile off my face!

[Roxy66]

72. I love that last pic.....it's like he is giving the future to that little child

brought tears to my eyes

[wiley]

74. Very Cool!

Great pics, great people.

[Castleman]

77. What REALLY impresses me

is the joy in his eyes. This isn't JUST a photo op, or part of the campaign, connecting with people is WHO HE IS! He LOVES doing this, getting out there, chatting with people, just getting to know a little bit about them. He's.......REAL. You know, the really decent neighbor that'll loan you his snowblower after a nasty storm, the guy that'll happily water your lawn when you're on vacation and take in the mail, the guy that'll give you a lift to pick up your car at the shop, the guy you know you can count on when things might get a little rough.
I BELIEVE IN BARACK OBAMA!!!!
WE BELIEVE IN BARACK OBAMA!!!!
AND WE'RE GONNA TAKE THIS COUNTRY BACK FOR ALL THE GOOD, DECENT HARD WORKING AMERICANS ON NOVEMBER 4TH!!!!!!!!
To quote from every Happy madison movie:
"We can dooo it!"

[Ferret Mike]

79. Great pictures, thanks.

[remember2000forever]

80. Where are the Secret Service In these Pictures? God, I hope that they are always present!

[awoke_in_2003]

92. They are, and easy to spot...

although they are a bit dressed down. 3rd pic, center of pic, the two with jackets and dark glasses. Pic 6, African American with dark glasses. Pic 7, right side, facing away from Obama (watching crowd). Pic 11, two with glasses (the one without jacket probably has a waistband holster). All of the above seem very serious, while others have looks of happiness or at least curiosity.

on edit: pic 10 is a possibility, although you usually don't see Secret Service without sunglasses (in the pic, behind Obama's shoulder, grey jacket and pants). Does have the serious look, though.

[CitizenLeft]

112. thank you!

I hoped that was the case, I was freaking out, just a little, looking at these lovely perfect photos, but thinking... where are they? I didn't want to ask - I'm glad someone did!

[Glimmer of Hope]

81. He is best candidate ever. Even the puppies like him.

[Borgnine]

82. Never in my lifetime have I felt so dedicated to a politician.

He inspires such loyalty from me, and this is why. He's a truly a good man, a man of the people, who's running because he wants to implement change and help people, not because he wants to go down in the history books as President (see: McCain, John).

Damn.

[democracy1st]

83. Awesome

[Delphinus]

85. This is hometown USA!

These are pictures of houses like I live in - older, smaller, real-life. OMG! Wonderful!

[TornadoTN]

87. Awesome for Ohio!!! I just wish Tennessee was in play!

What I wouldn't give to meet him again! I can't aptly put into words how down to earth he is in person. I saw him in Lebanon, Virginia - just a short drive over the border and the night the "lipstick on a pig" comment made big news. I was able to meet him after the speech for a few minutes and it was like I was the only guy in the room when he was talking to me - just like talking to an old friend.

[Dem_4_Life]

91. That is so awesome! Thanks for the great pics!

[Rambis]

93. Yeah!

I can't imagine what would happen if I opened the door and BO was standing there! What a trip that must have bee for these folks.

He is the only choice people get up!

[lonestarnot]

94. Check.... him..... out!

Woot! Thanks for posting these! Just like I had imagined from reading another thread on this! Thanks again!

[EnviroBat]

95. Oh Man! I wish he'd come to my neighborhood!

I'd love to meet him! I wouldn't know what to say though... Probably just "Thank you so much for what your are taking on..."

[Torn_Scorned_Ignored]

96. I wish he'd canvas over this way

I'm unable to attend his speech today.

[SavageDem]

98. These pics made me misty [NT]

[lisainmilo]

102. Awesome!

Outstanding Pics! He is a fantastic man!


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[Pennie109]

103. Wow! Thanks for sharing.

They are great pictures. Wish Obama would come to South Carolina but no one seems to come through here.

[Stump]

105. How freaking cool would that be?

Damn, I'm jealous!

[wryter2000]

106. I'm so jealous

I want a hug!

Great pictures. Thanks so much.

[Bernardo de La Paz]

107. Proof that Obama is a community organizer! . . . nt

[tonyj1600]

113. obama is new youtube video!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1exiyBYnJ00

wow

[KsStorm]

114. Great pics!

Thanks for sharing these!!

[liberal N proud]

115. A man of the people for the people by the people

[Dr Fate]

116. Fantastic stuff! n/t

n/t

[Symarip]

118. That last one

Got me a little choked up.

Thanks a fucking lot. I needed to look all teary eyed at work.

[Johnboi70]

120. I am so in love with Barack/nt

[sonias]

121. GOBAMA!

OH for Obama! Come on Ohio, we need your votes and your electoral college votes for our President!



Sonia

[WillyT]

122. Big K & R !!!

Beautiful!!!

[onethatcares]

123. remember when * did that????

neither do I, that asshat couldn't walk to his own inauguration.

I don't see how anyone could not see Obama as a man of the people and a man that knows what it's like to be American and scared of what's gonna happen next.

I really like the guy.

Peace

[Suprk]

124. Wish I lived in a battleground state

[vaberella]

125. Lucky Buggers....NYC doesn't get any love. Damn us for our dedication to Blue (rarely).

[True_Blue_KY_Dem]

126. COOL!!

And you know what, I have yet to see John McCain do this!! I really think that all presidental candidates should do this. I'll say this much, Obama show's he is more personable than McCain ever will be!

The man is approachable and very well spoken. I just wish I could get the chance to shake his hand!

[JohnnyRingo]

127. Excellent pix... Thank you so much for sharing

I find myself choking up with hope and optimism just looking at those pix of such a great man. I haven't felt like this about a candidate in my entire long life.

I wish I could have recommended, but it's too late.
Thanx again for posting these.

[GoddessOfGuinness]

129. Even dogs like him...

There's a true test of character.