I am so very proud of you all.
You have been picking your battles wisely. You have not allowed yourselves to be manipulated by people who simply like to stir up trouble. This will be extremely important as we move forward into election season.
I feel that we have made significant progress in relations with other groups on DU since the 2008 election. We have a diverse group of hosts here in the Obama Group and there's a reason for that - we're Democrats. As such, we have men, women, African Americans, caucasians, and LGBT hosts (just what I know off the top of my head).
I point this out because lord only knows what the next controversy will be that someone will attempt to create on DU. By the way, will the hosts chime in if they represent any other race/ethnicity/religion/non-religion/etc.? I think everyone should and would like to know just how diverse a place this is.
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Irish, heathen (tho' grew up Catholic) and live in fabulous northern Michigan.
Julie
Great anti-war video! Thanks for posting that! 
you set a good tone for the group and it's just wonderful to have this little room to ourselves with so little interruptions and bloodspurting. 
White Canadian (Ukrainian descent) Atheist Woman
your family was iz Ukraina originally in a million years. Will wonders never cease? Funny, but I always picture you looking like Michelle because of you avatar. 
I guess not .
And if anybody thought I looked like Jimmy Page, back when I had him as my avatar, I'm a girl. 
Well, I am 1/4 Spanish and a Pagan/Buddhist/Optimistic Agnostic. I'm not sure that qualifies me as diverse or confused.
Thank you, hosts and all, for keeping this place calm. It's been a rough week. This place is like my tea house.
can pull it off again. You should post more often, and Welcome again! 
It is nice to meet you, also!! Yes, my state is a very important state, but I truly believe that we will bring it home for our President! It has changed so much since the election of Ka-sick, and his failed attempt to remove our union rights. Most sane people here hate him and will be out in full force, in November, voting against anything that looks, smells and sounds like a Republican. It is always nice to be around good folks! Thanks for welcoming me here everyone!
Welcome aboard!
We're so glad to meet you. Life's tough on single parents out there, especially in the medical field. It's just amazing that people whose time is so limited are still able to squeeze in some moments to volunteer for Obama. Thank you SO much for your efforts. We look forward to seeing you here, too.
Sometimes this group is quiet and sometimes it's busy. Keep us informed about what's going on in your local campaigns, both state and federal. We love to hear stories from our members. 
and of all on the PBOG!!!
i am sorry to be so late posting this. i have been away, and reading to catch up. i was missing you all so much!! then i read this thread, and i just swelled with pride and admiration. people here really are the finest imaginable!!
gratitude, Devon and PBOGers!!
i agree, it would be great to know what a spectrum of people and Peoples we have here!
maybe a thread asking, instead of a poll?
thank you, again, Devon! for this thread, and for all you do for us!! YOUR tone sets a wonderful example, helping us all to see the effectiveness of a peaceful, confident tone. i know it helps me, a lot.
Just a reminder that cool heads prevail. We've had some obvious trolls PPRed today for trying to forward the meme that African Americans are against gay marriage. There are others who have been less obvious but are still out there. So take care since emotions will be running high with tonight's very disappointing vote in North Carolina.
We all support gay marriage, so don't let those trolls goad you. Rather, let them expose their own prejudices for what they are. They seem to get really annoyed when we respond to them with reason. And OMG, they have a hissy fit if you're really, really nice. 
