Clark Blog

Originally published by the Washington Post

Taking Command
Actually, Democrats and the military can get along. Here's how.

By Wesley K. Clark
Sunday, December 21, 2008; B01

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Clark puts a new spin on the question of bailing out the auto industry. Originally published in the New York Times

Op-Ed Contributor
What's Good for G.M. Is Good for the Army

By WESLEY K. CLARK
Published: November 16, 2008
Little Rock, Ark.

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Clark sends the following moving story via the WesPAC email list:

Last night, I was in Chicago when our country made history -- electing Barack Obama President of the United States.

As I walked onto the field in Grant Park -- there were thousands of us around the podium -- a couple of reporters asked me what I thought of this. "Transformational," I said, "but, ask Ernest Green, right here, who was one of the original young people at Central High who broke segregation in the South. Ask him!"

It was a humbling and deeply moving experience to be there with Ernest and with former Transportation Secretary Rodney Slater, Ambassador Sam Brown and his wife, and so many others who have shared our passion to set this country on the right course. And to see the faces of all around us, representing all the diversity that Barack cited in his remarks. Some were jubilant, some were softly sobbing, some were joyous, a couple were watching others in the crowd. Cell phones and cameras were everywhere as people called friends and families to share the experience.

This was, truly, a transformational event. And I can't thank you enough for making it happen and for stepping up and helping to elect candidates in critical House and Senate races down the ballot.

After we left Grant Park, we found ourselves walking back to the hotel, a couple of miles north. Celebration was still in the air, along Michigan Avenue and Wacker: groups of young people high-fiving, and shouts of "Yes, we can." I was surrounded by electric smiles and energy...so alive.

There is no doubt -- the challenges confronting our nation are great. We are engaged in two wars abroad and facing an economic crisis at home. Our nation will require great sacrifices from all of us to overcome them. However, with these challenges come tremendous opportunities, and I know we will come together to carry this great nation forward. As Barack said last night:

"The road ahead will be long. Our climb will be steep. We may not get there in one year or even one term, but America -- I have never been more hopeful than I am tonight that we will get there. I promise you -- we as a people will get there."

The sight of Barack, and Joe Biden, and their families on that platform, the warmth of the crowd, and its diversity will long linger as I reflect on how America has changed, and how we have changed ourselves. And as I looked at his expression, I could see Barack's seriousness of purpose, and his recognition that far greater challenges lie ahead. But I'm proud, and so hopeful for our country.

Sincerely,

Wes Clark

Posted by Al-Muhajabah at 08:53 PM in Emails | Permalink

Clark was in Colorado on November 1 and in New Mexico on November 2.

In Colorado, Clark primarily did volunteer-focused activities but also attended Obama's rally in Pueblo, where a press photographer captured this photo:

He also had a chance to talk personally with Obama:

More images are available at WesPAC.

In New Mexico, Clark held campaign events in Roswell and Las Cruces. There is not a lot of in-depth news coverage, but some pictures:

Posted by Al-Muhajabah at 03:54 PM in Miscellaneous | Permalink

Also on October 22, Clark made two stops in Virginia, campaigning for Obama. His event in Roanoke is covered by the Roanoke Times, which also covers Ethel Kennedy in the state. The Daily News Record in Harrisonburg gives more extensive coverage (see the front page as published here). Full story and photo after the jump.

Clark: 'Time For Change'
Posted 2008-10-23

Retired General Says Obama's 'New Ideas' Will Work For America

By Jeremy Hunt

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Posted by Al-Muhajabah at 11:08 AM in In the News | Permalink

Clark was in North Carolina on October 21 and October 22 campaigning for Obama. He received prominent coverage in the local newspapers in each of the towns he visited although some (Monroe, Sanford) is behind a subscription firewall. However, the Rocky Mount Telegram makes its content available to all. Full story and photos after the jump. Added: The Sanford and Rocky Mount stops are highlighted on the Obama campaign blog.

Retired general stumps for Obama

By Mike Hixenbaugh
Rocky Mount Telegram

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

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Posted by Al-Muhajabah at 09:02 PM in In the News | Permalink

Video of Clark speaking in Destin, Florida, one of three stops in the Florida Panhandle on September 30, 2008:

(via WesPAC)

News coverage includes:

• Wesley Clark fires up Democrats
• Wes Clark stumps for Obama locally
• Gen. Wesley Clark visits Destin
• Wesley Clark thrills crowd at Harbor Docks

Links via Daily Kos diary

Posted by Al-Muhajabah at 01:57 PM in Miscellaneous | Permalink

Clark campaigned at four stops in Central Florida. Here are some photos provided by the Obama campaign.

Update: Florida Today cover the Melbourne event.

Posted by Al-Muhajabah at 07:12 PM in Miscellaneous | Permalink

Clark speaks at the New America Foundation about national security and the economy:

Webcam chat at Ustream

Posted by Al-Muhajabah at 07:56 PM in Media appearances | Permalink

Personal accounts: 1, 2

From the Brown campaign: 1, 2

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