Barack Obama is back, delivering speech after speech.Image: trapezoid
Former US President Barack Obama is currently touring across the United States in support of Kamala Harris' campaign.
Obama's US presidential term ended in 2017, after which he almost completely abandoned public policy. But he's back and is currently delivering speech after speech. He is currently one of the most important supporters of Kamala Harris' campaign. He inspired people with his gift of oratory and relaxed attitude. But his election marathon also showed how fearful Democrats are of a Donald Trump presidency.
Obama adviser Eric Schultz said the former president believed the results of the Nov. 5 election were important. “That’s why he did everything he could to help get Vice President Harris (…) elected,” he explained.
Barack Obama remains extremely popular among Democrats today. His influence is still great. Although Barack Obama has retired from politics and Michelle Obama never intended to be a major part of it, they are now the most visible figures in this campaign one.
Obama's appearance
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Barack Obama and his wife Michelle each delivered speeches at the U.S. Democratic Convention. They address the audience with words filled with emotion.
Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama.Image: trapezoid
pennsylvania
In the swing state of Pennsylvania, Barack Obama promoted Kamala Harris and ran ads against Donald Trump during an appearance on Oct. 10. “There is no suggestion that this man was thinking about anyone but himself,” he said.
However, Obama drew criticism when he said black men would “find every reason and excuse” to stay away from the election because they were “simply not enthusiastic about the idea of a woman being president.”
Because of Pennsylvania's large electorate, this swing state is one of the most important in persuading voters.
Arizona
On October 18, Obama appeared in Tucson, Arizona. The event was held at a gymnasium owned by the university's football team. This is very appropriate since Tucson is a college town. So it is not surprising that among these 7,000 people, there are many students.
On the scoreboard, which usually shows scores for sports teams, the number “44” represents Obama as the 44th president.
Arizona is one of the swing states in the United States. In 2020, Joe Biden won Arizona. However, that's just it. The fact that the state is in Democratic hands again this year should have an impact on Obama. However, much will depend on the Latino vote. The reason is Arizona's proximity to the Mexican border.
nevada
While campaigning at a high school in Las Vegas, Nevada, Obama appealed specifically to men and relied on “real power.” He also criticized Donald Trump. Regarding Kamala Harris, Obama said: “Kamala Harris doesn't have an idea of a plan, she has a concrete plan to improve your life.” That means improving the lives of Americans. He was alluding to a statement by Trump in which he said he had a “concept of a plan.”
michigan
Obama appears in Detroit again. Michigan, where Detroit is located, is also one of the seven swing states where both parties have a chance to win, so the competition is fierce.
Barack Obama received support from rapper Eminem during a campaign speech for Kamala Harris on October 22.
After Eminem's performance, Barack Obama even sang a few lines from Eminem's hit song “Lose Yourself.” This isn't the first time Obama has showcased his musical talents. He has inserted some small vocal interludes in the past.
Podcast “Young Man and Three”
Barack Obama has also been a guest on the podcast “Young and Three,” which is hosted by several NBA players and primarily appeals to young people.
He called on young people to remain active in politics, even if progress is sometimes slow. “A lot of young people — a lot of young people — are frustrated and say, 'Well, everything,'” Obama told 24-year-old NBA All-Star Tyrese Haliburton and producer Tommy Alt. Didn't happen.'” He added: “But let's say — when I was president, I didn't cure racism, I didn't eliminate poverty, but 50 million people got health insurance that didn't exist before. But it saves lives and improves people's lives.”
The reason Obama voted was because someone saw the voters, cared about them, and could make their lives a little better.
Regarding the handling of non-violent drug offenses at the federal level, he said: “Crime rates have gone down during my time as president, along with the number of people in federal prisons. This does not address crime or racial bias in the criminal justice system. , but it has improved it.”
“I think his agenda is essentially about himself.”
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Obama called the Nov. 5 election “one of those moments when we have to decide who we are as a country.” Of Donald Trump, he said: “I think his agenda is essentially about himself. His position is one of egoism and self-promotion.”
Wisconsin
Obama appeared alongside vice presidential candidate Tim Walz, the governor of Minnesota. The show takes place in Madison, Wisconsin.
The show takes place in Madison, Wisconsin.Image: trapezoid
Obama is the only president in the past six elections to win Wisconsin by more than a percentage point. Now he can help Kamala Harris win the state.
At the event, Obama announced that he had filled out his ballot and had it delivered to a mailbox in Chicago on Monday, and had some words for Trump. He described himself as “crazier” than in 2016.
Georgia
On Thursday, Obama shared the stage with Kamala Harris and Bruce Springsteen.
Obama spoke first. Kamala Harris then spoke about her support for the first black president in 2007. “It has been more than 17 years since I took a trip to Springfield, Illinois. It was a cold February day when I went there to support this brilliant young senator running for President of the United States. Millions of people Americans are excited and inspired not only by Barack Obama’s message, but also by his leadership, which seeks to unite us rather than divide us,” Harris said.
“Millions of Americans are excited and inspired not only by Barack Obama’s message, but also by his leadership, which seeks to unite us rather than divide us.”
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Bruce Springsteen performs in Georgia.Image: trapezoid
More events planned
Further interviews with podcasters and various internet celebrities are planned, according to an Obama staffer. The goal was to appeal primarily to black audiences.
Obama can do this
As the first black president of the United States, Obama can attract the votes of young black voters.
“Kamala Harris and Tim Walz believe that the American people include everyone. Because that's the only way the American experiment can work,” he wrote on Instagram.
With his talent, emotion and sense of humor, Obama could convince many undecided voters. His campaign slogan was “Yes, we can!” He changed it to “Yes, she can!”
Barack Obama and Michelle Obama also score points for appearing more attractive than Kamala Harris. This looks pretty controlled and cool. The Obamas, on the other hand, are more likely to inspire and engage voters.
