Targeted States: Wisconsin

Wisconsin was the scene of two cliffhangers in 2000 and 2004.

In 2000, Al Gore beat George W. Bush by just two-tenths of a percentage point. In 2004, Kerry won by just half of a percentage point.

While it's still early, the polls so far look very good for Barack Obama in Wisconsin.

Wisconsin: McCain vs. Obama (RealClearPolitics)

Polling Data

Poll	Date	Sample	Obama (D)	McCain (R)	Spread
RCP Average	06/05 - 06/24	--	49.8	40.5	Obama +9.3
Quinnipiac/WSJ/WP	06/17 - 06/24	1537 LV	52	39	Obama +13.0
SurveyUSA	06/13 - 06/16	538 LV	52	43	Obama +9.0
U. of WI	06/08 - 06/10	506 LV	50	37	Obama +13.0
Rasmussen	06/05 - 06/05	500 LV	45	43	Obama +2.0

See All Wisconsin: McCain vs. Obama Polling Data

Barack will get a lot of help in Wisconsin. The governor, James Doyle Jr., is a Democrat and an early Obama supporter. Both of the state's U.S. Senators are Democrats -- Russell D. Feingold and Herb Kohl.

Five of the state's eight U.S. Representatives are Democrats, and the State Senate is ruled by Democrats. It is only in the State Assembly that Republicans dominate.

Wisconsin is one of those industrial states, like Ohio and Pennsylvania, that has been hit particularly hard by the loss of manufacturing jobs. There are some analysts who believe these states should be easy wins for Obama given the dire economic situation.

Another good sign for Obama is that Democrats turned out in much larger numbers than Republicans during the primary:

Voter Turnout during Feb. 19 Primary

1,099,661 (D)
403,568 (R)
1,503,229 (Total)

Wisconsin ranked 2nd overall in voter turnout for young people between 18 and 29 during 2004. Obama is strong among young voters and should focus on getting the youth vote out in 2008.

Russ Feingold 'inclined' to endorse Barack Obama

Sen. Russ Feingold, darling of progressives in the Democratic Party, may be set to endorse Sen. Barack Obama according to news reports.

Feingold said he was "inclined" to endorse Obama because of the senator's impressive win in Wisconsin, the state Feingold represents.

Obama was endorsed today by Wisconsin Rep. Steve Kagen, who like Feingold is a superdelegate.

Obama heads to Mar. 4 with Big Mo

Sen. Barack Obama racked up 10 straight wins with convincing victories last night in Wisconsin and Hawai'i.

The winning streak definitely gives Obama momentum going into the big state contest of Mar. 4 when Texas, Ohio, Rhode Island and Vermont go to the polls. Many undecided voters may tip toward Barack because of his wins in other states.

Still Hillary Clinton has strong establishment ties particularly in Texas, and the Obama campaign is mounting a full-blown ground operation to contest these states.


Videos of Barack's victory speech last night in Houston.

Barack Obama wins Wisconsin

NBC News and CNN are projecting Barack Obama will win the Wisconsin primary.

The caucuses in Hawai'i begin at 7 pm local time.

Wisconsin & Hawai'i: Your Moment is Now

Wisconsin and Hawai'i vote tomorrow. Barack Obama will try to maintain momentum going into Mar. 4 when four states including Texas and Ohio will vote.

Here is voting information for Tuesday.

Wisconsin & Hawai'i: Your Moment is Now

by Christopher Hass, Monday, February 18, 2008 at 05:30 PM

Important Voting Info: On Tuesday voters throughout Wisconsin will head to the polls, while Hawaiians prepare to caucus Tuesday night. Both states allow same-day registration; in Wisconsin Democrats, Republicans, and Independents can all vote for Barack, and Hawaiians can change their registration to Democrat at their caucus sites. Use the links below to find out when, where and how to vote or caucus for Barack Obama:

Wisconsin

• Polls open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
• Open to all Democrats, Republicans, and Independents
• New voters can register at the polls
• Find Your Polling Location
• Wisconsin Primary Frequently Asked Questions

Hawai'i

• Caucus doors open at 6:30 PM, caucuses begin at 7:00 PM
• New voters can register at their caucus location
• Republicans and Independents and change their registration at their caucus location
• Find Your Caucus Location
• Hawai'i Top 10 Caucus Facts

Barack Obama at Founder's Day Gala

Check out Barack Obama speaking at the Founder's Day Gala in Wisconsin.

Video: Barack Obama in Wisconsin

Barack Obama campaigns in Oshkosh and Milwaukee ahead of next Tuesday's contests in Hawai'i and Wisconsin.

Wisconsin rallies tomorrow

From barackobama.com:

Wisconsin rallies tomorrow

by Sam Graham-FelsenThursday, February 14, 2008 at 11:14 AM

Happy Valentines Day everyone... If you're in Wisconsin, there are three rallies tomorrow...

Barack Obama in Green Bay, WI

Join Barack Obama for a special Stand for Change Rally in Green Bay, Wisconsin on Friday, February 15th.

Stand for Change Rally with Barack Obama

Kress Events Center
2420 Nicolet Drive
Green Bay, WI

Friday, February 15, 2008
Doors Open: 3:00 p.m.
Program Begins: 5:00 p.m.

The event is free and open to the public; however, space is limited, and tickets are required. Due to overwhelming demand tickets are no longer available online. Tickets are available at the locations listed below.

For security reasons, do not bring bags and please limit personal items. No signs or banners permitted.

Obama for America Green Bay Office
1148 East Main Street
Green Bay, WI
9 a.m. -10 p.m.
319-541-9969

University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Kress Center
2420 Nicolet Drive
Green Bay, WI 54311
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Barack Obama in Oshkosh, WI

Join Barack Obama for a special Stand for Change Rally in Oshkosh, Wisconsin on Friday, February 15th.

Stand for Change Rally with Barack Obama

Kolf Sports Center Fieldhouse
High Avenue on the UW-Oshkosh Campus
Oshkosh, WI

Friday, February 15, 2008
Doors Open: 12:00 p.m.

The event is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required, but an RSVP is strongly encouraged.

For security reasons, do not bring bags. No signs or banners permitted.

Barack Obama in Milwaukee, WI

Join Barack Obama for a special Stand for Change Rally in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Friday, February 15th.

Stand for Change Rally with Barack Obama

Midwest Airlines Center
Exhibit Hall A
400 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI

Friday, February 15, 2008
Doors Open: 8:30 a.m.
Program Begins: 10:30 a.m.

The event is free and open to the public; however, space is limited, and tickets are required. Please bring a photo ID.

For security reasons, do not bring bags. Please limit personal items. No signs or banners are permitted.

Check out WI.BarackObama.com for more...

Major Wisconsin endorsement expected

According to Obama campaign manager David Plouffe there will be a major endorsement announced today in Wisconsin.

There is some speculation that it may be Gov. Jim Doyle, whose son Gus Doyle heads the UW-Madison chapter of Students for Barack Obama.

Early States Election Schedule

New Hampshire Primary -- Jan. 8

Nevada Caucus -- Jan. 19

South Carolina Primary -- Jan. 26

Super Tuesday -- Feb. 5