It's time for democrats to grow a backbone and stand up for what we believe.

For too long, Democrats have been telling people what they want to hear. I'm going to tell you what I believe.

"Government" is the name we give to the things we choose to do together.

I do identify with St. Patrick, not just in name. He drove the snakes out of Ireland. I intend to drive the snakes out of the State House

Be present - and see what a difference it makes in your lives and in the world.

Hope for the best and work for it.

Let's go tell everyone we meet that, when the American dream is at stake, you want Barack Obama in charge.