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Regardless of your political affiliation (or lack thereof), the success of the Obama campaign has demonstrated that grass roots activism - the intellectual input of everyday people - is incredibly powerful. I hope that we keep this marvelous momentum moving forward, with projects directed and developed by people of any age and every background. My goal ? To make a list to encourage, motivate and applaud those who aspire to improve the lives of individuals, communities, and/or the world.

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Thanks and Have Fun Running the Country - Kids' Letters to President Obama

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Delivered herein are the words of 826 American children written for President Barack Obama. Covering nearly everything from dinosaurs to race relations to personal biography, this book is full of life, humor and down-to-earth advice, straight from the heart of America. (via GOOD)

Updated Feb 2, 2009

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World On A String Sterling Silver Pendant

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A shining reminder of our interconnectedness, this unisex pendant offers 10 percent of all proceeds from its sale to "Healthy Child Healthy World": a four-star charity organization. Gerber's "World" is also available as a 14-karat, diamond-studded, gold necklace.

Updated Feb 4, 2009

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What Would Google Do? by Jeff Jarvis

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Not a bad question, giving the incredible technological and financial success of Google. What better guide to our Federal Government than the guy who is always busy creating solutions and breaking down barriers ? Get a preview at the Harper Collins website; the book is available for purchase as a hard copy or an electronic download.

Updated Feb 2, 2009

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247 Townhall: If I Were President - THE SERIES

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What would you do if you were president ? That is the question being answered, with humor, insight and ingenuity, at 247 Townhall. Listen to the videography of Mos Def, Van Jones, Wyclef Jean, Danny Glover and others. And then, if you are so moved, join the conversation and/or the community. (via GOOD)

Updated Feb 2, 2009

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Praise Song for the Day - A Poem for Barack Obama's Presidential Inauguration

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A bound copy of Elizabeth Alexander's Inaugural poem "Praise Song for the Day" is a wonderful remembrance of the proud moment the world shared upon the inauguration of the 44th President: Barack Hussein Obama, and the 47th Vice President: Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr. of the United States of America.

Updated Feb 2, 2009

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White House: A Strong Middle Class website

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This new website, established by the Obama-Biden administration, provides both a way to learn about and to participate in the United States government - regardless of what class you actually consider to be a part of. Geared toward all ages, the site offers fun facts ("First Pets"); a peek inside the White House, Air Force One and Camp David; a description of the three primary branches of Federal Government; and a daily blog outlining the achievements and agenda of President Obama and Vice President Biden.

Updated Feb 2, 2009

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Dylan's Candy Bar: Women's Candy Striper Necklace by nathan and moe

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What could be sweeter than a candy-inspired necklace (except, of course, for a handful of the sweet stuff itself) ?! Go BOGO (buy one, give one) in honor of the sweetest day of the year.

Updated Jan 27, 2009

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Sir Alistair Rai: Raja Purple Peace Dupatta

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I suppose peace can come in any color you wish, but purple seems just the right hue for me. Handmade and representative of both Hindu and Buddhist traditions, this scarf is a one-of-kind exhibition of peace, love and style.

Updated Jan 24, 2009

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Barnes and Noble: American Sublime by Elizabeth Alexander

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Some argue that Elizabeth Alexander's "Praise Song for the Day" was more poem than verse, but I was deeply moved by both her words and her reading of this ode to Barack Obama on the day of his Inauguration as the 44th President of the United States. And, although I am neither poet nor poetic scholar, I will be certain to get a copy of "American Sublime": a hefty sampling of Alexander's work. A little poetry, a little history, a little hope and a lot of originality.

Updated Jan 24, 2009

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Brighton: Peace Starts Within Bracelet

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When you wear this bracelet, you will experience peace of mind in knowing that part of the purchase price will be donated towards a charity of your choosing. And, then, the bracelet itself becomes much more than a symbol of peace: it is an active (and exceptionally attractive) part of the process.

Updated Jan 24, 2009

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