Obama Lays Out Economic Plans In Two-Minute TV Ad (VIDEO)

[jefferson_dem]

Obama Lays Out Economic Plans In Two-Minute TV Ad
Posted by Vaughn Ververs| Comments5

Barack Obama today is launching a two minute ad in which he talks about his plans for the economy. The ad will run “nationally and in battleground states,” according to the campaign. The full video will be posted soon, here is the transcript:

In the past few weeks, Wall Street’s been rocked as banks closed and markets tumbled. But for many of you – the people I’ve met in town halls, backyards and diners across America – our troubled economy isn’t news. 600,000 Americans have lost their jobs since January. Paychecks are flat and home values are falling. It’s hard to pay for gas and groceries and if you put it on a credit card they’ve probably raised your rates.

You’re paying more than ever for health insurance that covers less and less. This isn’t just a string of bad luck. The truth is that while you’ve been living up to your responsibilities Washington has not. That’s why we need change. Real change. This is no ordinary time and it shouldn’t be an ordinary election. But much of this campaign has been consumed by petty attacks and distractions that have nothing to do with you or how we get America back on track.

Here’s what I believe we need to do. Reform our tax system to give a $1000 tax break to the middle class instead of showering more on oil companies and corporations that outsource our jobs. End the “anything goes” culture on Wall Street with real regulation that protects your investments and pensions.

Fast track a plan for energy ‘made-in-America’ that will free us from our dependence on mid-east oil in 10 years and put millions of Americans to work. Crack down on lobbyists, once and for all, so their back-room deal-making no longer drowns out the voices of the middle class and undermines our common interests as Americans. And yes, bring a responsible end to this war in Iraq so we stop spending billions each month rebuilding their country when we should be rebuilding ours.

Doing these things won’t be easy. But we’re Americans. We’ve met tough challenges before. And we can again. I’m Barack Obama. I hope you’ll read my economic plan. I approved this message because bitter, partisan fights and outworn ideas of the left and the right won’t solve the problems we face today. But a new spirit of unity and shared responsibility will.

http://www.cbsnews.com/blogs/2008/09/17/politics/horserace/entry4454208.shtml?CMP=OTC-RSSFeed&source=RSS&attr=Horserace_4454208

VIDEO -- http://my.barackobama.com/page/content/planforchange_ad/

[jefferson_dem]

1. UPDATE: Video here --

http://my.barackobama.com/page/content/planforchange_ad/

[my3boyz]

2. They were talking about it on Morning Joe. I did not hear all of it

because I was in the closet pulling out clothes for the day but they seemed to be making fun of it. I think Joe said he would turn the channel if he came across it. Something like that.......

[jefferson_dem]

4. That's funny 'cause I always turn the channel when Joey Scab comes on.

n/t

[BzaDem]

3. Ugh. I like the ad, but he needs a 15 second soundbyte. Not a 2 minute ad.

[my3boyz]

5. I just heard their criticism on Morning Joe again. They said that

the Obama campaign has too many different people making ads. They said one day the attack ad person wins, the next day the just talk to the camera person wins and on and on. They said that Obama should continue to attack on the economy quote that John McCain gave him. I hate to say it but I agree with them. Makes me sick to even think that. However, the Obama campaign needs to OWN the economy and the only way is to constantly pound McCain as being clueless about the state of this economy. I have no idea why they want Obama to go from kick ass yesterday to Mr. Nice guy all over again. You can kick ass and do it with a smile.

[Coexist]

6. Stop watching Monring Joe - CNN had very serious coverage of this ad just now

they actually discussed it in relation to the poor economy.

[BzaDem]

8. I don't agree with Joe because Joe said it, I agree with him because he's right

I watched the ad, but I started zoning out halfway through. He needs a clear and concise message in the form of a soundbyte. McCain's gaffe may be it, or maybe it should be something else, but this 2 minute laundry list isn't the best presentation of his ideas.

[jefferson_dem]

12. He already has an ad out with McLame's gaffe.

And it's a good one. Don't you think voters also deserve an ad that outlines, in a serious way, what his "economic fix" is?

[BzaDem]

17. I wish they would pay attention to it; I'm just not so sure it will have a major impact.

I hope he is continuing the ad with McLame's gaffe as well. Maybe it will go over better if he continues to air both ads in battleground states.

[Coexist]

14. I didn't; people are nervous in this economy, they are waiting for a leader to give them hope

that we can make it out of this. Obama did just that. It spoke to people on a lot of levels, to people who are not political junkies who watch every ad that comes out critically.

It was great.

[eshfemme]

27. Yes, it was just straight talk coming from Obama.

It also clearly states that he wants people to educate themselves on what he's offering since he makes a point of listing his website. It shows a transparency and willingness to be held accountable by the American people-- it reads like a sincere job interview for President of the United States and we the people are his employers. This is an attitude that has been sorely lacking for the longest time and I think that it wasn't boring at all but interesting.

Perhaps the people used to just 30 seconds hit and run ads would be bored because they're not used to focusing for just 2 measly minutes. But then I would have a problem with them because OMFG, there's way too many important things in life that requires you to focus for more than 2 minutes. I mean, even bad sex requires more than 2 minutes! You can't give Obama 2 minutes of your time? Give me a fucking break!

[jefferson_dem]

10. Right. These are serious times that require serious discussion and serious solutions.

Morning Joe is all about the political sideshow, and routinely induces projectile heaves in viewers.

[Hope And Change]

11. The Obama camp is planning another ad targeting McCain on the economy.

Read more here:

http://thepage.time.com/2008/09/16/obama-camp-plans-another-ad-targeting-mccain-on-the-economy/


However looking into the camera trying to explain what he wants to do to change the country in the right direction is good because this ad appeals to all Americans and not any party affiliation.Obama wants voters to feel a close personal connection by doing this ad.I like this ad.

[Coexist]

15. thanks - and you are right.

[rockymountaindem]

31. The two styles complement each other

Attacking is good (and something I've wanted more of for a long time), but unless Obama explains his own ideas, McCain and the media will say he doesn't have any solutions and just wants to tear down McCain. In that way, I think ads explaining his proposals make the attacks more effective. A two minute ad might not usually get peoples' attention, but considering that it is focused on the most important issue of the campaign will help. Moreover, it will present a contrast between the two campaigns. On the one hand, you have McCain/Palin, who have vicious attack ads and a VP candidate who can't answer basic questions. On the other hand, people will see Obama talking about a critical issue seriously and at length (at least in TV terms).

That's why I think this is a good idea.

[Kdillard]

7. I like the ad to show the American people he has a plan while

McSamme doesn't. People would like to vote FOR something. He will continue attacking McCain but he must also show that he iis the one that can handle the crisis. I wouldn't be taking any advice from the people at Morning Joe if I were Obama.

[Coexist]

9. that was amazing.

[Bill219]

19. I was reading the comments on the CBS page

and someone wrote this

"John McCain co-wrote legislation in 2005

I join as a cosponsor of the Federal Housing Enterprise Regulatory Reform Act of 2005, S. 190, to underscore my support for quick passage of GSE regulatory reform legislation. If Congress does not act, American taxpayers will continue to be exposed to the enormous risk that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac pose to the housing market, the overall financial system, and the economy as a whole.

John McCain, May 26, 2006

John saw this comming and begged for congress to act."


Is this true or is it a made up talking point?

[jefferson_dem]

24. That and more. McWalkingCane is a hyper-deregulator, and his policies helped create this mess.

Folks are taking notice.

See -- http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=132x7093088

[Phoebe Loosinhouse]

13. I was disappointed that healthcare was just a passing reference.

I suppose the "plan" for healthcare is buried in the sentence about cracking down on lobbyists, but many would not make that connection. I would have preferred something like "I will make healthcare affordable and accessible for all Americans."

Healthcare is a huge issue for millions and millions. I can't understand why they don't come out more strongly on this. Maybe they'll run an ad specifically devoted to it. I hope so.

[Hope And Change]

18. But this ad was focused on the economy(nr.1 concern) and not health care.Having said that...

I agree that an ad about healthcare wouldn`t hurt.

http://www.barackobama.com/issues/economy/

http://www.barackobama.com/issues/healthcare/

[Phoebe Loosinhouse]

21. Healthcare is a disproportionate part of the economy overall

so I see it very much interwoven into any discussion of the economy.

But, it's such a large topic on it's own, maybe they are just waiting to give it the coverage it deserves in its own specific ad.

Aside from that one thing, it is a very nice, unifying, feel good type of ad. I imagine there are some independents out there who respond to a non-partisan appeal.

[madaboutharry]

16. I think this is a great ad.

There is no reason that both kinds of ads can't be out there. This ad is aimed at the undecideds and this is what they need to hear.

[smartvoter]

20. I disagree with those of you who say this is a lousy ad. It shows he has a detailed plan. nt

[Borgnine]

22. I'm normally one of the people who feel that these things should be concise...

...but I loved this one. Why? Because this ad is aimed directly at people who are concerned about the economy. Chances are, most will listen. It completely nullifies the argument that he's nothing but empty promises without a plan. No, here he clearly has a plan, and even has an address where you can learn it in greater detail.

Yeah, we still need attack ads out there that will draw in the soundbyte crowd. But this ad should impress all of those who are voting for the economy. It works precisely because it's unconventional.

[DemsUnited]

23. This ad is about the adult in the room, a future President calming the fears of a nation

scared to death about the meltdown in financial and housing markets.

I think it works well.

[phrigndumass]

25. Perhaps the best ad I've seen so far! We need to send $$$ to afford the air time

Let's rec this post to the front page, folks

[eshfemme]

26. Someone proposed Obama making an infomercial and I didn't like that idea.

Although I like the idea of having Obama cover his ideas in substance, the fact that too many get rich quick schemes and cheesy products have been hawked on infomercials made me leery of Obama making anything like an infomercial (although I have no doubt that it would still be as classy as Obama). I think the 2 minute ad is a good compromise though and I like that Obama bought extra ad time.

Frankly, 30 seconds aren't enough time for a candidate to candidly speak about themselves but I think the 2 minutes Obama gives you of him is really good because it's a fleeting glimpse of the sure hand an Obama presidency would give people. In such a time of doubt and fear, it's actually a good gamble because he is both reassuring and exciting. This is Obama the statesman. Not a typical politician.

[truckin]

28. I like it a lot. Swing voters who will decide this election are sick

of the partisan fights. The events on Monday changed the playing field in a way where a serious message can resonate. Obama comes off as calm and reassuring and he has a plan. People need this right now. Last week this may not have been effective. This week, I believe, it will be a home run.

[OnionPatch]

29. I thought the ad was great.

It wasn't hard to understand at all. God, if people's eyes glazed over from watching that, (as mentioned up-thread) we are in much worse shape than I thought we were and there is no hope for this country.

[truckin]

30. You are so right. If people can't take two minutes to watch that

and at least consider Obama's position after what we have been through this week and the last seven years, we are truly done.

[SeaLyons]

32. I thought it was great....

[chitty]

33. Three Cheers

For the adult in this campaign!!!!

For all those who say he doesn't have a plan.