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Is the ‘National Yard Sale For Obama’ a Joke?

Sep. 16, 2012 3:30pm

Is The National Yard Sale For Obama A Joke?Is next weekend’s National Yard Sale For Obama a serious fundraising effort by the Obama campaign? Well, sort of.

The 2012 election has shown us some of the most innovative campaign fundraising ideas in history. Both the Romney and Obama campaigns have made use of the lottery or raffle-type fundraising to entice large groups of small donors ($3 – $15) with the dream of winning a lunch, dinner, or other chance to meet the candidates in a very small group.

The Obama campaign has also sent out numerous emails suggesting that supporters donate their weekly “pizza money” and even encouraged engaged couples to have  a campaign donation to the president on their bridal registry gift list.  That was the pitch that actually talked about a donation to the campaign using these words:

“It’s a gift we can all appreciate, and it goes a lot further than a gravy boat.”

What about this “National Yard Sale For Obama?” (NYS4O)

At first glance NYS4O sounded more like a Jimmy Kimmel or Jon Stewart bit. Is this really something from the campaign? TheBlaze looked into it: NYS4O is real and it is also endorsed by the Obama-Biden campaign.

Fox Nation is reporting that “Obama Campaign has named September 22-23 ‘the national yard sale for Obama.’” That’s not exactly the case.

While the yard sale is not an “official” campaign event, it does appear in the “Grassroots” section of the BarackObama.com website. There might be some confusion about the association of events like this because the bottom of the page clearly states, “PAID FOR BY OBAMA FOR AMERICA.” Technically, the NYS4O is not an official Obama campaign event, but it is given the “thumbs up” from the Obama-Biden crew.

Is The National Yard Sale For Obama A Joke?

NYS4O also has a Facebook page that states:

This is your chance to show them how the Dems do it. No big corporate donations, my friend. This time it’s about a grassroots movement to show this country of undecided voters that Obama has serious support.

The Facebook and Grassroots Fundraising pages are reporting that more than 500 people have signed up to participate in the National Yard Sale For Obama (either online or on their front lawns).

For the record, the 2008 Obama campaign listed many large donations from corporate entities, including Wall Street giants Goldman Sachs and JP MorganChase. And, in 2012, Mr. Obama and the Democrats continue to reel in huge sums of money from those “fat cats” in the financial world. This past July, The Wall Street Journal reported on the Dems $14 million dollar take from the securities and investment industry. You would need to sell a lot of used waffle irons or Obama bobble head dolls to raise that kind of money.

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Comments (175)

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  • APatriotAwake
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:16pm

    I think that everbody needs to send a roll of toilet paper to Obama since he is so desperately in need of someone to help support him.

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    APatriotAwake  
    • sparkyrules
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:27pm

      “I am proud to support Barack Obama in his desire and mission to see America return to her greatness.”
      … the average person should use “only one square per restroom visit, except, of course, on those pesky occasions where two to three could be required”….-Sheryl Crow

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    • Rob
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:39pm

      Obama doesn’t need toliet paper… he has the Constitution.

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      Rob  
    • christos
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:46pm

      sparky rules – Yea you would also be one of those singing louder so you didn’t have to listen to the Jewish & other People being hauled off to the ovens,,,you would be one of these Hitler followers,,,your pride is sown by the devil,,better check yourself,we/U.S. does not want Facism or a Caliphate,we the U.S. do not want to be over taxed & our lives micro manged,go live somewhere that holds your ideals- not here,,,as for miss Cheryl Crow she is a meddler,,,she needs to go Crow on some other fence not here this is our Country.

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    • floridareader
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:53pm

      This could help
      http://www.futurememories.com/barack-obama-toilet-paper.html?gclid=CP7234f9urICFWaoPAod2jEAVA

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      floridareader  
    • The-Monk
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 5:38pm

      @floridareader

      http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2WSl4d4KGw

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      The-Monk  
    • v15
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 5:43pm

      America = Toilet Paper

      - Obama puts the roll on backwards so you have to reach under the roll
      - Romney hangs the roll in an overhand fashion so you can properly pull it downwards

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      v15  
    • The-Monk
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 6:01pm

      Hi v15,

      You may not have noticed but, Women put it to hang under and Men put it to hang over.

      Know why? There is an answer….. : )

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      The-Monk  
    • sparkyrules
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 6:36pm

      CHRISTOS..”you would also be one of those singing louder so you didn’t have to listen to the Jewish & other People being hauled off to the ovens.”

      CHRISTOS…what?.where was that from? 1 to 3 sheets of toilet paper comment from S.Crow and now I’m branded a nazi in other words?

      thanks alot.for nothing.FOOL

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      sparkyrules  
    • getitgotitgood
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 7:25pm

      To all the black,
      African-American, minorities what ever you want to be called because
      you have different colored skin, you are still obamas enemies because
      you live as citizens of AMERICA.  That includes all races such
      as Mexican, Latin, Orientals and the list goes on.  obama is not
      your friend.  he wants you to suffer as every AMERICAN. 
      his policy’s do not differ in race.  IF YOU ARE AN AMERICAN YOU
      ARE HATED BY OBAMA.   I’m just saying. Obama is a suicide
      bomber he wants to destroy America.
       
      And this Rice is the epitome of EVIL LYING Bitch from HELL along with the gross pelosi

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    • banjarmon
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 8:39pm

      For sell CHEAP….one used muslim president from kenya, past history unknown…worth less than 2 cent!!!!

      Report this comment

      banjarmon  
    • AzThunder
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 9:13pm

      @ GETITGOTITGOOD –

      !!! Well Said !!!

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    • christos
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 10:47pm

      sparky rules – Wrong I would be one of the people they’d be hauling off to the ovens,,,,yes you are a Nazi & no I’m no fool,I don’t even care if your post was meant to be humorous,saying your proud of bo is a Heinous Statement.

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    • Restored One
      Posted on September 17, 2012 at 12:30am

      Just put all of crap out in the front yard, put a price on it and watch, people will steal it. Those are the Obama supporters. If you put your crap out and say free, they will knock on the door and ask you to pay them to take it…..still Obama supporters.

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      Restored One  
    • Deftone
      Posted on September 17, 2012 at 10:15am

      Everyone points and laughs at Christos! HAHAHAH!

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      Deftone  
    • Hammerdown
      Posted on September 17, 2012 at 2:17pm

      Hey Christos, Sparky was quoting Sheryl Crow, you know, the one that said to only use one square. See the quote marks? You owe Sparky an apology.

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      Hammerdown  
  • FlashGordo
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:14pm

    This from a man who believes in theory there is nothing illegal about a government installing 100% taxation…what’s next, bake sales? Selling blood? Signing over your property? Garnishing your paycheck? He’s like the Kevorkian of America’s prosperity.

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    • bdandsl
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:51pm

      Barack Obama Sr. championed 100% taxation as acceptable as long as the government provided for the people. Looks like the apple didn’t fall far from the tree.

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      bdandsl  
    • SUNTZU
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 6:56pm

      Fluke gave one of her 4 year after pills.

      Report this comment

      SUNTZU  
    • NancyBee
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 11:02pm

      FLASH……..don’t forget……signing over your children,,,,,401k….all retirement accounts, and older relatives to death panels…

      Report this comment

      NancyBee  
  • richardlionheart
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:11pm

    Hey!
    B.O. How do you like that Hope & Change now??

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  • Micmac
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:09pm

    I hear the next fund raising program will be Cash for Food Stamps.

    NoBama > MoBama

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    Micmac  
  • spikebu
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:05pm

    Do you think they’ll accept food stamps?

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    spikebu  
    • shorthanded12
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:15pm

      Yes to your question.
      -49 million on foodstamps Im sure a few of them that buy there grocerys for the month than sell the rest for cash can manage to donate to a desperate cause called Barrys campaign.
      -Hell some good size company might just get a wavior from Barry Care if they donate.

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      shorthanded12  
    • thousandoaks
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 7:05pm

      commonly known as obama bucks

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      thousandoaks  
  • The-Monk
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:02pm

    I’d be surprised if they were not selling empty Government buildings and keeping the money.

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    The-Monk  
    • GBTVFan_Non_American_Overseas
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:48pm

      Or taking some WH’s old stuff, like a Churchill bust, or an Ipod full with Barry’s pictures and speeches (The same he gave to the Queen), and sell them :)

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      GBTVFan_Non_American_Overseas  
    • katzkiner
      Posted on September 17, 2012 at 1:19am

      Japan owns the Justice building, US rents it back. Been doing that at the Fed and state level for decades. California is almost totally foreign owned. It’s called a leasesback agreement. That’ how they support all those illegals so sumtuously.

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      katzkiner  
  • tbo
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:01pm

    I heard that Obama is starting a donate Plasma for Obama drive. The money you get donating plasma, just give to Obama. He is really sucking us dry. He is a prime example of Vampire Politics.

    On second thoght, No that probably is not his way. Even though you donate the money to his campaign, donating the blood helps others and he cant be responsible for actually helping others. He is out only to help himself.

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  • Tigress1
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:58pm

    Maybe if the economy was in decent shape people would actually have MONEY to donate to his pathetic campaign, but noooooo! People now have to sell their belongings and give the money to HIM!!! If people are that hard up for money then they have no business making a donation to Obama, they should keep it for themselves.

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  • Tri-ox
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:52pm

    Well, that’s one way to unload your cracked Obama Chia Heads and faded Obama 2008 posters.

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    Tri-ox  
    • CatB
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 5:24pm

      Good luck with that to the people who fell for it the last time … I would advise just taking them straight to the dump.

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      CatB  
    • TEARS FOR AMERICA
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 5:44pm

      Are you kidding? A friend gave me a Chia-Obama as a joke and I promptly trashed it.

      Report this comment

      TEARS FOR AMERICA  
  • 2MINUTESTOMIDNIGHT
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:51pm

    I heard you can pick up a slightly used blue dress at the Lewinsky residence – the only problem is the stain on the front. In fact, if you buy the dress, they will also throw in an old cigar, but it has a funny smell. All sales are final.

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    2MINUTESTOMIDNIGHT  
  • mgonz76901
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:50pm

    .Beware yard shoppers. When you purchase that item that you just can’t do without. Be advised that you may be contributing towards an agenda that you are absolutely against. Ask before buying something at any yard sale. Don’t be duped.

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  • MBA
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:48pm

    how did such a low class and crass p o s ever become the representative of this country? We are so s c r * w e d.

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  • U.N.hater
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:45pm

    LMAO, Really a yardsale for obama lol. Why not just ask them to donate a welfare check or sell a month supply of foodstamps.

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  • phrogdriver
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:44pm

    Is there anything about Obama that ISN’T a joke?

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    • RJJinGadsden
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:58pm

      What will this administration not lower itself to? Really makes the term “lower than whale sh/t” make sense.

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    • The-Monk
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 4:47pm

      Hi RJJ,

      Oh Dear Lord….. It just dawned on me what they are going to do next raise money.

      “PROSTITUTES; LET OBAMA BE YOUR PIMP”

      “That’s right ladies; let Obama be your pimp and send him 50% of your take. He’ll make it legal next term and a crime for any Cop to hassle you…. just like the illegal immigrants. Free online sign up if you are between the ages of 16 and 30 and have been whoring for 5 years or more. But wait… there’s more! No papers or ID will be asked for. Just send 50% of every trick to ObamaBePimpingForU.com and all your troubles will solved.”

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    • RJJinGadsden
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 5:01pm

      THE MONK, LOL, My side is still hurting from that. I’m thinking of Dingy Harry pimping in Nevada on the side for 0bama too. Sort of expect Pelosi to jump in and….uh….uh…now I take that back. She’ll scare off the clientele.

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    • The-Monk
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 5:27pm

      Hi RJJ,

      Glad you liked it. Don’t know where that came from as it just dawned on me while reading the other posts and running scenarios in my mind to statements posted. LOL

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    • The-Monk
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 5:28pm

      BTW RJJ,

      http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SwNXQMoNps

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      The-Monk  
    • CatB
      Posted on September 16, 2012 at 5:33pm

      LOL sadly nothing would really “surprise” me at this point.

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      CatB  
  • whatthecrazy
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:43pm

    Yes a joke like this president ,oopsie did i type that out loud??????

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  • 2MINUTESTOMIDNIGHT
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:42pm

    The real yard sale is B.O. selling my yard, and the rest of America, to China and to his marxist, anti-colonialist brothers in third world countries around the globe.

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    2MINUTESTOMIDNIGHT  
  • AZgirl9000
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:41pm

    I won’t hold my breath waiting for our acquisitive First Lady to sell any of her overpriced clothing for the good of the cause.

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  • bry
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:41pm

    Give obama a yard and he takes a …i know there’s a joke in here somewhere. Anyone?

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  • bilwlknsn
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:40pm

    Now’s the time to cash in on our neighbors desperately selling things! I’ll contribute a couple bucks to OFA for a nice deal or two.

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  • blanco5
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:40pm

    Good luck on the “grass roots” of THAT stupid idea!

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  • Hiswill
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:39pm

    Send me your birthday money, send me your wedding gifts, send me your garage sale money. What’s next, sell your car, your house and your first born and send me the money. What a joke this man is. The rest of the world must be rolling on the ground laughing at our president.
    Please, please NOBAMA 2012

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  • Look4DBigPicture
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:38pm

    Hmmmm….This sure looks like Glenn Beck’s idea to have lemonade stands and bake sales several months ago. Big difference — Glenn’s events generated money to donate to charities and Obama’s grabbing it for himself.

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  • kickagrandma
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:37pm

    Everything, EVERYTHING, and everyone associated with the current game of pretending to be an administration is disgraceful. The lows are staggering in the depths of depravity and poor taste.
    I think I can speak on behalf of many of WE THE PEOPLE to say we ARE DISGUSTED with you all. There is no shame in your group where shame should abound.

    JESUS GOD, please grant us courage to see THE ANSWERS and to know THE TRUTH of YOUR presence and protection with us. In YOUR HOLY NAME we do pray, amen.

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  • GBTVFan_Non_American_Overseas
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:37pm

    A lot of empty, never used, old chairs for sale!

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  • wisehiney
    Posted on September 16, 2012 at 3:35pm

    No way is this a joke. This is what we are gonna call our slow, agonizing liquidation. Need some bread? Trade your old shoes? Gee Thanks oBUMMER!

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