Blue Stars for Obama is an organizing site for military families to take action in the presidential campaign. The campaign will both seek feedback from military families and publish endorsements.Blue Star members may have the opportunity to get invitations to Michelle Obama’s round-table discussions with military families held near bases around the country.
The Blue Star Flag was designed in the early 1900s by Robert L. Queissner of the 5th Ohio Infantry, who had two sons serving in the military. It has become a widely recognized unofficial symbol of families with a child in military service.
Started by Army and Marine Corps spouses, members believe supporting Senator Obama's candidacy exhibits and reinforces support of their loved ones serving in the military. The initiative borrows the symbolism of the blue star flag which immediate family members of active duty service members in times of war may fly, but it is not in any way affiliated with the Service Flag or the Blue Star Mothers organization. Accordingly, the group has adopted the logo below, omitting the traditional red border of the original symbol.
Even if you belong to another military family site join Blue Stars, too. Blue Stars for Obama is “Pro Military, Pro Obama.” The commitment to the country made by all who join the military is echoed in Barack Obama’s unyielding personal commitment to public service. His dedication to make America safer by increasing the prestige of the US around the world is in total harmony with the decisions made by those in our military, and the families who support them.
Courage, Commitment, Honor...
Senator Obama’s candidacy parallels and reflects the values of courage, commitment, honor, loyalty and selfless service ~ values needed in the White House just as they are in the military. Now Michelle Obama is helping family members have a greater voice by becoming a “Blue Star for Obama.”
Blue Stars for Obama is open to any who have a family member serving in the military ~ that includes: spouse, child, parent, grandchild, niece, nephew, etc. For more information on Blue Stars for Obama and updates on Michelle Obama’s activities, check out the blog at MyBarackObama.com
What an awesome group! We have started a Military Families Support Obama group in the Hampton Roads area as well. Everyone knows that Virginia is the new Ohio, right? LOL.
ReplyDeleteWe are kicking things off with a military family BBQ at Mt. Trashmore on August 3rd. Go to http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/4grbw to RSVP. Also, I'll be blogging about our activities at The Liberal Life of a Navy Wife (http://hamptonroads.com/blogs/liberal-life-navy-wife).
We need someone who actually wants to enact policies that benefit our military families...instead of just using them for photo ops!