From Hawaii to Kansas, Chicago to Harvard, and the state house to the White House; This history-making catalyst for change has created a new trajectory for American leadership and civic participation.

As an organizer on the south side of Chicago, President-Elect Obama learned from the community, shared his knowledge, and led by example. As a former NBCSL member, he served in the Illinois State Senate where he worked as a bi-partisan advocate for early childhood education and an earned income tax credit that provided tax relief to working families in Illinois. During his time as a United States Senator, President-Elect Obama fought on behalf of veteran’s benefits, government transparency, and for alternative fuels to lessen America’s dependence on foreign oil.
His global perspective and bi-partisan approach has well-positioned him to lead the nation through this challenging time of change.

President-Elect Obama’s vision is focused on the well-being and success of working and middle class Americans through employment, education, the rebuilding of our economy, and reclaiming the American dream. He is committed to the creation of green jobs and ensuring that social security is available to this generation and future generations. He plans to bring American soldiers home safely, with the honor and support they deserve. Using a bi-partisan approach, he will re-establish America as the world’s leader in diplomacy and democracy.

Through a campaign that used emerging technologies to increase civic participation and inspired a new wave of volunteerism, service, and local leadership, President-Elect Obama has raised the bar. His presidential campaign served as a call to action to Americans of all races, from all backgrounds, who firmly embraced the value and power of our vote.

President-Elect Obama has committed to providing effective leadership to the nation and to creating the change we all aspire to achieve.

From rural Arkansas to global prominence, this world leader has been guided by the highest ideals of compassion, service and commitment.

Former President William Jefferson Clinton is hailed as one of the most accomplished and visionary Presidents in American history. He led the United States through an extended period of peace and prosperity.

Rather than fade into history, President Clinton has intensified his efforts to make the world a better place. The William J. Clinton Foundation is a national and global leader in multiple landmark initiatives.

President Clinton has enjoyed a long, productive, and sincere relationship with the African American community as he rose to ever-higher levels of power within our government. Perhaps because of his upbringing in rural Arkansas, he has been able to identify with the struggles faced by countless African Americans and many of our country’s most vulnerable and disenfranchised populations

Today, President Clinton’s personal office is located in Harlem, New York—a symbol of the productive relationship he continues to enjoy with the African American community and its leaders. All Americans owe much to this man of principle—a man whose leadership continues to build a better, stronger and more equitable world.

As America’s Mayor, this man has worked tirelessly to bring opportunity and vitality to the nation’s capital.

In the 1970’s, a visionary newcomer to Washington D.C. began changing that city’s future. Marion Barryfounded the Free D.C. movement, and his pressure ledCongress to grant the District new powers of autonomy. After serving on the city’s first school board, Barry successfully ran for City Council, and then for Mayor in 1978. High crime rates, poor public health, broken infrastructure, rampant drug abuse, and a rising AIDS epidemic were just some of the challenges he faced. With a pragmatic and direct approach, however, Barry reversed the city’s fortunes. His landmark four terms in office transformed the nation’s capital, and he continues to serve the people today as a D.C. Council Representative.