Obama, Bayh Stump In Elkhart
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
By Jennifer [email protected]
Obama discussed his "New Energy For America" plan, focusing on energy costs and reducing the need for Middle Eastern oil, during a town hall meeting at Concord High School in Elkhart.
Obama faces Republican presidential candidate John McCain in the Nov. 4 general election.[[In-content Ad]]Senator Evan Bayh, D-Ind., introduced Obama. Bayh said he thinks Obama is the best candidate for president.
"Barack will make practical solutions, and he will be the president who will put Americans first instead of the interests of big oil companies," Bayh said.
Obama said his top priority, if he is elected president, is to develop a comprehensive energy plan. He said to solve the energy crisis, the domestic energy supply needs to be improved.
"We have 68 million acres of land where oil is not being drilled in the United States," Obama said.
The U.S. needs to take advantage of those areas instead of relying on foreign countries for its oil that is causing the economy to come to a halt, according to Obama.
His goals include working to invest in solar, wind and biodiesel fuels by the end of his first term in office if he is elected.
He also discussed the U.S. economy and his proposed economic plan.
His plan proposes an energy rebate that would provide families with $1,000 to assist with rising fuel costs.
"It is sad when families have to decide between purchasing groceries or filling up their gas tanks," Obama said.
He also said he is proposing creating 5 million jobs in the energy sector, and eliminating the need for oil from the Middle East and Venezuela.
His economic plan calls for another economic stimulus package to help Americans recover from the high economic prices.
"Our economy is at risk where we have lost more than 400,000 jobs and the price of gas, groceries and healthcare is skyrocketing," Obama said.
Obama also said education is another issue important to him.
He said he is proposing a $4,000 tuition credit for students going into careers in community service.
He discussed the importance of education. He said he feels it is important to invest in science and stem cell research.
He also said he is committed to rebuilding roads, schools, sewer lines and bridges.
Obama said he chose to run for president to make life better for his two daughters and future generations.
"I want America to be better, stronger, tolerant and prosperous for now and years to come," he said.
There were five Kosciusko County Democrat members who attended the town hall meeting.
Steve Haines, Third District Democrat chair, said he was impressed with Obama's message.
"I knew he would be a good speaker and I don't have a problem backing him in the presidential race," Haines said.
Obama discussed his "New Energy For America" plan, focusing on energy costs and reducing the need for Middle Eastern oil, during a town hall meeting at Concord High School in Elkhart.
Obama faces Republican presidential candidate John McCain in the Nov. 4 general election.[[In-content Ad]]Senator Evan Bayh, D-Ind., introduced Obama. Bayh said he thinks Obama is the best candidate for president.
"Barack will make practical solutions, and he will be the president who will put Americans first instead of the interests of big oil companies," Bayh said.
Obama said his top priority, if he is elected president, is to develop a comprehensive energy plan. He said to solve the energy crisis, the domestic energy supply needs to be improved.
"We have 68 million acres of land where oil is not being drilled in the United States," Obama said.
The U.S. needs to take advantage of those areas instead of relying on foreign countries for its oil that is causing the economy to come to a halt, according to Obama.
His goals include working to invest in solar, wind and biodiesel fuels by the end of his first term in office if he is elected.
He also discussed the U.S. economy and his proposed economic plan.
His plan proposes an energy rebate that would provide families with $1,000 to assist with rising fuel costs.
"It is sad when families have to decide between purchasing groceries or filling up their gas tanks," Obama said.
He also said he is proposing creating 5 million jobs in the energy sector, and eliminating the need for oil from the Middle East and Venezuela.
His economic plan calls for another economic stimulus package to help Americans recover from the high economic prices.
"Our economy is at risk where we have lost more than 400,000 jobs and the price of gas, groceries and healthcare is skyrocketing," Obama said.
Obama also said education is another issue important to him.
He said he is proposing a $4,000 tuition credit for students going into careers in community service.
He discussed the importance of education. He said he feels it is important to invest in science and stem cell research.
He also said he is committed to rebuilding roads, schools, sewer lines and bridges.
Obama said he chose to run for president to make life better for his two daughters and future generations.
"I want America to be better, stronger, tolerant and prosperous for now and years to come," he said.
There were five Kosciusko County Democrat members who attended the town hall meeting.
Steve Haines, Third District Democrat chair, said he was impressed with Obama's message.
"I knew he would be a good speaker and I don't have a problem backing him in the presidential race," Haines said.
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