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This is a list of the best tweets by @barackobama (http://www.twitter.com/barackobama). President Obama is the President of the United States, and the first American president to truly embrace social media. That’s why he’s definitely worthy of the Best of Twitter title, and he's got some insightful tweets. About The Best of Twitter: My mission is to identify the people you should follow on twitter, point out the people you should be tweeting to and twittering with, show you how to tweet and celebrate the glory that is the twitter tweet.
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You do incredible work -- and right now is the perfect time to remember where we came from.
You do incredible work -- and right now is the perfect time to remember where we came from. http://bit.ly/6SUbAl #OFA - 2
As we kick off 2010, our Twitter community has grown to over 3 million. I continue to be ...
As we kick off 2010, our Twitter community has grown to over 3 million. I continue to be grateful for your partnership as we work for change - 3
The Senate just passed health reform. Thanks to all who made this moment possible.
The Senate just passed health reform. Thanks to all who made this moment possible. - 4
If you haven't already, be sure to send your loved ones a personalized holiday video this ...
If you haven't already, be sure to send your loved ones a personalized holiday video this season: http://bit.ly/6s3Ah1 - 5
Today we've made a meaningful breakthrough on climate change—but we have much further still to ...
Today we've made a meaningful breakthrough on climate change—but we have much further still to go. http://bit.ly/5-d - 6
Solving America's problems is going to require seriousness of purpose here in Washington—not ...
Solving America's problems is going to require seriousness of purpose here in Washington—not political games like this. http://bit.ly/8wSltO - 7
Today, we reached a total of 1,008,426 calls (and counting) to Congress in support of health ...
Today, we reached a total of 1,008,426 calls (and counting) to Congress in support of health reform. Congratulations, and thank you. - 8
The stakes are too high to allow our differences to prevent us from passing reform. Call ...
The stakes are too high to allow our differences to prevent us from passing reform. Call Congress: 202-559-1161 - 9
We just passed 850k calls to Congress. Help break 1 million today -- call the Capitol ...
We just passed 850k calls to Congress. Help break 1 million today -- call the Capitol switchboard at 202-559-1161 right away. - 10
Know this: I will not waste time with those who have made the calculation
"Know this: I will not waste time with those who have made the calculation that it’s better politics to kill this plan than improve it"
5:55 PM Sep 9th from web - 11
There is agreement in this chamber on about 80% of what needs to be done
"There is agreement in this chamber on about 80% of what needs to be done, putting us closer to the goal of reform than we've ever been"
5:27 PM Sep 9th from web - 12
Be sure to stay tuned after the address for a live Q&A with Anita Dunn
Be sure to stay tuned after the address for a live Q&A with Anita Dunn, White House Communications Director, who will take your questions.
4:53 PM Sep 9th from web - 13
History was made today when Sonia Sotomayor took the judicial oath
History was made today when Sonia Sotomayor took the judicial oath and joined the Supreme Court. Congratulations, Justice.
1:31 PM Aug 8th from web - 14
Congratulations to CA Rep. Judy Chu district
Congratulations to CA Rep. Judy Chu district on becoming the first Chinese American woman elected to Congress
6:08 PM Jul 15th from TwitterBerry - 15
Meeting with business leaders from both small and large companies
Meeting with business leaders from both small and large companies this afternoon to discuss innovation and job creation
11:09 AM Jul 2nd from web - 16
House passes historic clean energy and climate bill today
House passes historic clean energy and climate bill today, thanks to your grassroots support.
5:43 PM Jun 26th from TwitterBerry - 17
We just made history
We just made history. All of this happened because you gave your time, talent and passion. All of this happened because of you. Thanks
11:34 AM Nov 5th, 2008 from web - 18
At Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY
At Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY. Watch the last presidential debate tonight live at 9pm Eastern.
5:59 PM Oct 15th, 2008 from web - 19
At Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn.
At Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn. Watch the debate tonight at 9pm ET. Reply with your thoughts after.
4:53 PM Oct 7th, 2008 from web - 20
In Oxford, Mississippi.
In Oxford, Mississippi. Getting ready to debate John McCain. Watch the debate live at 9pm ET. Reply with your thoughts after.
5:22 PM Sep 26th, 2008 from Election 2008 - 21
Back home in Chicago.
Back home in Chicago. Spoke at Unity 08 Convention for Journalists of Color at McCormick Place.
12:53 PM Jul 27th, 2008 from web - 22
Commemorating the Anniv of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Commemorating the Anniv of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Let us recommit ourselves to building a world free of unnecessary barriers.
12:06 PM Jul 26th, 2008 from web - 23
Talked about faith-based initiatives in Zanesville, OH.
Talked about faith-based initiatives in Zanesville, OH. The challenges we face today are simply too big for government to solve alone.
2:42 PM Jul 1st, 2008 from web - 24
In Flint, MI discussing my competitiveness agenda
In Flint, MI discussing my competitiveness agenda built upon education and energy, innovation and infrastructure, fair trade and reform.
9:57 AM Jun 16th, 2008 from web - 25
In North Las Vegas.
In North Las Vegas. Addressed our housing crisis. In Las Vegas, 1 out of every 44 households is facing foreclosure. It is time for a change.
5:04 PM May 27th, 2008 from web - 26
In Las Cruces, NM
In Las Cruces, NM, honoring the generations of American patriots this Memorial Day at a Veterans Town Hall with Gov. Bill Richardson.
11:23 AM May 26th, 2008 from web - 27
In Middletown, CT
In Middletown, CT. Pinch-hitting for Senator Kennedy and delivering the commencement address for Wesleyan University.
10:19 AM May 25th, 2008 from web - 28
In MI, unveiling my manufacturing agenda
In MI, unveiling my manufacturing agenda. It's time to recapture the spirit of innovation that has always fueled America's economic success.
10:21 AM May 14th, 2008 from web - 29
Campaigned in Indianapolis & Munster, IN and then Charlotte, NC.
Campaigned in Indianapolis & Munster, IN and then Charlotte, NC. Now heading to the NC Jefferson-Jackson Dinner in Raleigh, NC.
2:06 PM May 2nd, 2008 from web - 30
Campaigning today in South Bend
Campaigning today in South Bend, IN and will be on Letterman tonight at 11pm ET/PT on CBS.
2:43 PM May 1st, 2008 from web - 31
Having lunch with Michelle & talking with working families in Indianapolis
Having lunch with Michelle & talking with working families in Indianapolis, then heading to Bloomington for a rally at Indiana University.
11:15 AM Apr 30th, 2008 from web - 32
In New Albany, IN
In New Albany, IN at a town hall meeting at Indiana University Southeast.
11:37 AM Apr 23rd, 2008 from web - 33
Going to be on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart tonight. 11:00pm
Going to be on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart tonight. 11:00pm ET on Comedy Central. Hope you watch & reply with your thoughts after.
7:25 PM Apr 21st, 2008 from web - 34
In McKeesport & Pittsburgh, PA today
In McKeesport & Pittsburgh, PA today finishing the "On Track for Change" tour and reminding everyone in PA to vote tomorrow!
12:01 PM Apr 21st, 2008 from web - 35
On the On Track for Change tour through Pennsylvania
On the "On Track for Change" tour through Pennsylvania. Heading to Harrisburg for a rally tonight on the State Capitol's South Steps.
1:21 PM Apr 19th, 2008 from web - 36
In Philadelphia, PA. Debating tonight on ABC
In Philadelphia, PA. Debating tonight on ABC. Watch the debate at 8pm ET/PT and 7pm CT/MT. Text your thoughts to 62262 after.
3:17 PM Apr 16th, 2008 from web - 37
At the Building Trades National Legislative Conference
At the Building Trades National Legislative Conference, stating that we need to strengthen the long-term competitiveness of our economy.
7:47 AM Apr 15th, 2008 from web - 38
In PA at the Alliance for American Manufacturing
In PA at the Alliance for American Manufacturing, stating that any trade agreement must contain real, enforceable standards for workers.
8:12 AM Apr 14th, 2008 from web - 39
In Indiana on the 40th anniv. of Dr. King's assassination
In Indiana on the 40th anniv. of Dr. King's assassination. Asking everyone to continue his lifelong pursuit of social & economic justice.
8:29 AM Apr 4th, 2008 from web - 40
Troubled by today's unemployment figures
Troubled by today's unemployment figures, the latest indicator of how badly America needs fundamental change from Bush-McCain policies.
9:48 AM Apr 3rd, 2008 from web - 41
At West Chester University of Pennsylvania,
At West Chester University of Pennsylvania, will be appearing live on MSNBC at 5PM ET today for the Chris Matthews Hardball College Tour.
12:36 PM Apr 2nd, 2008 from web - 42
Just spoke at Cooper Union in NYC
Just spoke at Cooper Union in NYC, called for immediate relief for the housing crisis & an additional $30 billion to jumpstart the economy.
8:10 AM Mar 27th, 2008 from web - 43
Holding a town hall meeting at the War Memorial Auditorium
Holding a town hall meeting at the War Memorial Auditorium in Greensboro, NC.
9:04 AM Mar 26th, 2008 from web - 44
Visiting Portland, Salem and Eugene, Oregon today
Visiting Portland, Salem and Eugene, Oregon today. Honored to have Governor Bill Richardson's endorsement.
6:12 AM Mar 21st, 2008 from web - 45
After 5 years, it's time to bring our soldiers home
After 5 years, it's time to bring our soldiers home. Watch my discussion with eight Iraq veterans tonight at 6pm ET/PT on all MTV stations.
1:22 PM Mar 20th, 2008 from web - 46
In Fayetteville, NC on the 5th Anniv. of the Iraq War
In Fayetteville, NC on the 5th Anniv. of the Iraq War, stating, "I will set a new goal on Day One: I will end this war."
2:49 PM Mar 19th, 2008 from web - 47
Joining Chris Dodd, Chair of Senate Banking Committee
Joining Chris Dodd, Chair of Senate Banking Committee, to address the housing crisis that is affecting millions of American families.
1:26 PM Mar 13th, 2008 from web - 48
Grateful to be with distinguished generals & admirals
Grateful to be with distinguished generals & admirals. Between them, they've served 9 Commanders-in-Chief. Honored to draw on their counsel.
9:38 AM Mar 12th, 2008 from web - 49
Energized by the news of winning Mississippi
Energized by the news of winning Mississippi. We've won the most states, the most votes and the most delegates.
4:21 PM Mar 11th, 2008 from web - 50
Learning about alternative energy in Fairless Hills, PA and encouraging everyone to vote
Learning about alternative energy in Fairless Hills, PA and encouraging everyone to vote in today's Mississippi Democratic Primary.
10:58 AM Mar 11th, 2008 from web - 51
In Columbus,MS & wondering how somebody who's in second place
In Columbus,MS & wondering how somebody who's in second place is offering the vice presidency to the person who's in first place. Vote Tues!
9:46 AM Mar 10th, 2008 from web - 52
Just left a rally in Providence, RI & heading to Parma, OH for a Town Hall
Just left a rally in Providence, RI & heading to Parma, OH for a Town Hall. Remind all your friends in OH, RI, TX & VT to vote this Tuesday.
2:00 PM Mar 1st, 2008 from web - 53
Excited to learn about winning the Dems Abroad primary today
Excited to learn about winning the Dems Abroad primary today. Getting ready for the Texas debate. It will be live tonight at 8pm ET on CNN.
3:41 PM Feb 21st, 2008 from web - 54
Encouraging everyone in DC, MD and VA to vote today
Encouraging everyone in DC, MD and VA to vote today. Heading to Madison, WI for a Rally for Change event at the Kohl Center (6:15pm tonight)
3:03 PM Feb 12th, 2008 from web - 55
in Virginia, speaking at VA Democratic Party Jefferson
in Virginia, speaking at VA Democratic Party Jefferson-Jackson Dinner. Watch his speech live on CNN.
7:33 PM Feb 9th, 2008 from web - 56
In California, heading to the last debate before Super Tuesday.
In California, heading to the last debate before Super Tuesday. Watch it tonight at 8pm ET/5pm PT on CNN. Text your thoughts to 62262 after.
3:31 PM Jan 31st, 2008 from web - 57
In North Charleston,SC
In North Charleston,SC at a "Stand for Change" rally. Watch Letterman's Top 10 tonight. The Late Show is on CBS at 11:35pm ET/PT.
7:09 PM Jan 24th, 2008 from web - 58
Meeting folks in South Carolina today
Meeting folks in South Carolina today. Excited to have received Columbia's The State, Rock Hill Herald & Greenville News endorsements.
3:31 PM Jan 23rd, 2008 from web - 59
In Las Vegas, Nevada
In Las Vegas, Nevada. Fired Up & Ready to Go!
8:23 AM Jan 19th, 2008 from web - 60
In Las Vegas, heading to Nevada
In Las Vegas, heading to Nevada Democratic Party/MSNBC Debate. Watch it live at 9pm ET on MSNBC. Text your thoughts to 62262 after.
4:04 PM Jan 15th, 2008 from web - 61
In Charleston, SC
In Charleston, SC at a "Rally for Change" event at the College of Charleston. Yes, we can!
9:17 AM Jan 10th, 2008 from web - 62
In Manchester, NH - heading to the ABC Facebook Debate.
In Manchester, NH - heading to the ABC Facebook Debate. Watch it live on your ABC station at 9pm ET. Text your thoughts to 62262 after.
4:04 PM Jan 5th, 2008 from web - 63
is Fired Up!..
is Fired Up!.. And Ready to Go!
3:44 PM Jan 3rd, 2008 from web - 64
In New Hampshire -holding events at 5pm at the Frank Jones Center
In New Hampshire -holding events at 5pm at the Frank Jones Center in Portsmouth and 7pm at the American Legion Post No. 7 in Rochester.
12:06 PM Dec 20th, 2007 from web - 65
In Iowa at two presidential forums today
In Iowa at two presidential forums today: The Heartland Forum at 3:30pm ET on C-SPAN & The Brown & Black Forum at 8pm ET on HDNet.
11:45 AM Dec 1st, 2007 from web - 66
In Las Vegas, NV
In Las Vegas, NV for the presidential debate. It will be broadcast live tonight at 8pm ET on CNN. Txt your thoughts throughout to 62262.
3:00 PM Nov 15th, 2007 from web - 67
At Google's Town Hall in Mountain View,CA
At Google's Town Hall in Mountain View,CA Speaking about the need for network neutrality!
2:42 PM Nov 14th, 2007 from web - 68
In Nevada today and excited to be on the Tavis Smiley Show
In Nevada today and excited to be on the Tavis Smiley Show tonight on PBS. Check your listings for what time it airs locally.
2:03 PM Oct 18th, 2007 from web - 69
In Los Angeles, CA
In Los Angeles, CA. Going to be on NBC's Tonight Show with Jay Leno tonight. Check local listings for exact time.
3:04 PM Oct 17th, 2007 from web - 70
At Dartmouth College at the DNC debate.
At Dartmouth College at the DNC debate. It airs live from 9-11pm ET on MSNBC text your thoughts on the debate to 62262.
5:42 PM Sep 26th, 2007 from web - 71
In Atlanta: had a great event with Usher and Dominique Wilkins.
In Atlanta: had a great event with Usher and Dominique Wilkins. Fired Up!
7:34 PM Sep 20th, 2007 from web - 72
Giving a major Iraq policy speech tomorrow in Iowa
Giving a major Iraq policy speech tomorrow in Iowa and will also be live on the Today Show tomorrow morning at 7:00am.
5:52 PM Sep 11th, 2007 from web - 73
Speaking at town halls in Sac City and Storm Lake, Iowa
Speaking at town halls in Sac City and Storm Lake, Iowa today. Heading to Nevada tomorrow.
2:52 PM Sep 5th, 2007 from web - 74
Thinking on this 2nd anniversary of Katrina
Thinking on this 2nd anniversary of Katrina that New Orleans should become an example of what America can do when we come together.
1:43 PM Aug 29th, 2007 from web - 75
In New York - heading to The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.
In New York - heading to The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. Be sure to watch it on Comedy Central tonight.
12:45 PM Aug 22nd, 2007 from web - 76
In Tama, IA for a Rural Policy Summit @ South Tama County High School.
In Tama, IA for a Rural Policy Summit @ South Tama County High School. Heading to Cedar Rapids and Waverly tomorrow.
1:03 PM Aug 17th, 2007 from web - 77
In Chicago - heading to the AFL-CIO Presidential Forum
In Chicago - heading to the AFL-CIO Presidential Forum. It is on MSNBC tonight live at 7pm EDT, moderated by Keith Olbermann.
1:30 PM Aug 7th, 2007 from web - 78
Addressing the College Democrats of America
Addressing the College Democrats of America at their national convention in Columbia, SC.
12:43 PM Jul 26th, 2007 from web - 79
Enjoying an ice cream
Enjoying an ice cream social with residents of Sunapee, New Hampshire.
2:00 PM Jul 19th, 2007 from web - 80
Heading to Alabama
Heading to Alabama for the Birmingham kick-off rally.
11:57 AM Jul 9th, 2007 from web - 81
In DC heading to Howard University
In DC heading to Howard University for the presidential debate @ 9pm EDT on PBS stations. Txt your thoughts on the debate to OBAMA (62262)
4:49 PM Jun 28th, 2007 from web - 82
Launching Obama Mobile text messaging
Launching Obama Mobile text messaging; text 'GO' to OBAMA (62262) to get a free bumper sticker.
6:53 PM Jun 19th, 2007 from web - 83
Traveling to Jackson, Mississippi
Traveling to Jackson, Mississippi - excited after rallying with over 3500 supporters in Greenville, South Carolina.
5:56 PM Jun 15th, 2007 from web - 84
Being featured on YouTube
Being featured on YouTube "Candidate Spotlight" asking how can we make this country better?
6:44 PM Jun 13th, 2007 from web - 85
Preparing for our big Walk for Change national canvass
Preparing for our big "Walk for Change" national canvass - Heading to Dubuque, Iowa for tomorrow's walk.
4:58 PM Jun 8th, 2007 from web - 86
Heading to Democratic presidential debate at St. Anselm College
Heading to Democratic presidential debate at St. Anselm College in New Hampshire. Debate starts at 7pm EST and will air live on CNN.
12:49 PM Jun 3rd, 2007 from web - 87
Looking forward to watching Michelle's interview
Looking forward to watching Michelle's interview on NBC nightly news tonight.
1:46 PM May 31st, 2007 from web - 88
At the University of Iowa
At the University of Iowa envisioning affordable universal healthcare by end of first term.
8:32 AM May 29th, 2007 from web - 89
In DC
In DC voting No... "We should not give the President a blank check to continue down this same, disastrous path.”
6:05 PM May 24th, 2007 from web - 90
Speaking at Southern New Hampshire University
Speaking at Southern New Hampshire University Commencement
10:57 AM May 19th, 2007 from web - 91
Thinking the President’s word is not the last
Thinking the President’s word is not the last word on Iraq.
12:47 PM May 16th, 2007 from web - 92
In Trenton, NJ
In Trenton, NJ at AFL-CIO Town Hall Meeting
10:25 AM May 14th, 2007 from web - 93
In Indianola, Iowa
In Indianola, Iowa and heading to Des Moines
6:15 PM May 10th, 2007 from web - 94
Thinking we can cut oil consumption by 2.5 million barrels of oil per day
Thinking we can cut oil consumption by 2.5 million barrels of oil per day and take 50 million cars’ worth of pollution off the road by 2020...
2:01 PM May 8th, 2007 from web - 95
At the Detroit Economic Club
At the Detroit Economic Club – Talking about the need to reduce our dependence on foreign oil.
8:52 AM May 7th, 2007 from web - 96
Wondering why
Wondering why, four years after President Bush landed on an aircraft carrier and declared ‘Mission Accomplished,’ we are still at war?
11:12 AM May 1st, 2007 from web
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