While our kids were home, Senator Obama visted our community.  One of the volunteer coordinators is a friend of our granddaughters and asked them to help.  Of course they were thrilled.

They went to the home where Senator Obama was going to speak, they had the opportunity to see how much work it is to make an event goe smoothly, how the Secret Service works, the enthusiasm of the attendees, and the clean up afterwards. 

Two of our daughters were interviewed by different people for the news, one for the DM Register and one for Obama's website.  Unfortunately neither actually got printed or posted, but it was interesting for both of them.

Even if the end result doesn't mean the vote for Obama (which it might or might not…it's early yet) the experience to become involved in the political activity, to actually take part in it, will stay with them for a long time. 

They felt he was clear in his message, gracious with the people and tired.  Gosh, who wouldn't be when they maintain the schedule that a candidate does.  Hundreds of gatherings, thousands of people, heat, cold, road trips, air miles, nasty food and good food, different beds, away from family, and everyone telling you what you should and shouldn't do.  Just being a candidate is tiring!