Barack your world...

Just for everyone's info, we do not have a meeting tonight since I'm guessing that most are going away or are already away. So we'll resume next week. Be safe, and enjoy the videos...

In the new world of contemporary politics, things that were once considered supplemental are becoming necessities. Howard Dean was able to become a strong contender for the Democratic nomination for president after he started a on-line fundraising blitz.

In current Minnesota politics, web sites are getting some attention. Attorney General Mike Hatch's web site has been heavily criticized by the on-line community for being dull. Senator Steve Kelley is likely one of the most internet-savvy politicians in Minnesota, and his web site reflects that. Senator Becky Lourey's web site was cited by www.politics1.com as the political web site of the week. And Kelly Doran used his e-mail list and web site to let supporters vote for their favorite t-shirt designs.

One feature that has been especially effective in drawing people to web sites is the addition of video clips to the sites. Besides putting out his own podcast, Barack Obama has put videos up on his site. His DNC speech is highlighted there, and I recommend you all watch it if you ever get down. It still gives me shivers.

Searching on Google Video is fun too. Here is a clip from an old Bob Hope movie that pokes fun at our party. Here's a cute little clip from some high schoolers that turn Democrats into a superhero. George Lakoff explains how Democrats and Progressives can start winning again in this short clip. Nixon at the 1968 Republican convention. Crazy anti-Semite Pat Buchanan gives an hour long address at the National Constitution Center. Funny little collection of Karl Rove clips. And a few other high schoolers tried putting a parody of John Kerry together.