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David Plouffe

  1. It Was All Good Just A Year Ago
    The Atlantic logo The Atlantic 9 hours ago

    David Plouffe talks to Terry Gross. It's interesting, and she pushes him as always. But, no disrespect to Plouffe, I find that listening to political operatives to be unrevealing. They're always selling. It's why I can't watch cable news. Full Article at The Atlantic

  2. David Remnick: Gap Year
    The New Yorker logo The New Yorker 1 day ago

    A year after he stood to the side of the stage at Grant Park and watched his client, the newly elected President, declare America “a place where all things are possible,” the political strategist and steel-eyed disciplinarian David Plouffe was relaxing... Full Article at The New Yorker

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    David Plouffe, political strategist for President Barack Obama's campaign, delivers a speech in Mexico City, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009.

    David Plouffe, political strategist for President Barack Obama's campaign, delivers a speech in Mexico City, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009. View Photo »

  4. Well, I guess I would have started by advising against picking Sarah Palin (as his vice-presidential choice) and running the type of negative ads voters thought McCain was above
    View articles, topics, and photos related to this quote – David Plouffe SOURCE: AZ Central.com 1 day ago
  5. David Plouffe of the Obama Campaign
    FOX News logo FOX News 2 days ago

    We had hoped to show you our interview on Thursday night ( I went to Philly Thursday to do the interview and then we had breaking news -- the shooting at Fort Hood -- that bumped the interview until Monday night.) I do hope you tune in. Full Article at FOX News

  6. White House: FOX off-limits -- strategist
    Baltimore Sun Blogs logo Baltimore Sun Blogs 3 days ago

    At least one Democratic political strategist has gotten a blunt warning from the White House to never appear on Fox News Channel, an outlet that presidential aides have depicted as not so much a news-gathering operation as a political opponent bent on... Full Article at Baltimore Sun Blogs

  7. 'Punjabgate was not meant to hurt India'
    Rediff logo Rediff 4 days ago

    David Plouffe, campaign manager of Obama for America, in his just released book The Audacity to Win: The Inside Story and Lessons of Barack Obama's [ Images ] Historic Victory, has referred to 'Punjabgate' which led to Obama's first exclusive interview... Full Article at Rediff

  8. AP Photo logo AP Photo 2 months ago
    David Plouffe, political strategist for President Barack Obama's campaign, delivers a speech in Mexico City, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009.

    David Plouffe, political strategist for President Barack Obama's campaign, delivers a speech in Mexico City, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009. View Photo »

  9. At the same time the reporter was writing this story, David Plouffe was appearing on FOX and David Axelrod was on the day before.
    SOURCE: The Plum Line - Who Runs Gov 3 days ago
  10. David Plouffe on Our Strategy
    YouTube Logo YouTube Videos 16 months ago
  11. Tomorrow On TMM: Obama Campaign Manager David Plouffe
    NPR logo NPR 4 days ago

    byline goes here David Plouffe, campaign manager for President Obama, will join NPR's Michel Martin tomorrow in studio to talk about his book The Audacity to Win: The Inside Story and Lessons of Barack Obama's Historic Victory. Full Article at NPR

  12. Get Lit: Win a copy of David Plouffe’s The Audacity to Win
    Philadelphia City Paper logo Philadelphia City Paper 4 days ago

    This is the ultimate insider story of what many consider the most brilliant campaign ever run, by the man who helped design it and made it happen. Full Article at Philadelphia City Paper

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About David Plouffe

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David Plouffe (pronounced /plʌf/, born 1967 ) is an American political strategist best known as the chief campaign manager for Barack Obama's 2008 presidential campaign in the United States. Full Article

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David Plouffe, political strategist for President Barack Obama's campaign, delivers a speech in Mexico City, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009. Plouffe addressed Mexican students as part of the Mexico Century 21 conference, organized by Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim's foundation.
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  1. David Plouffe, political strategist for President Barack Obama's campaign, delivers a speech in Mexico City, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009. Plouffe addressed Mexican students as part of the Mexico Century 21 conference, organized by Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim's foundation. AP Photo logo AP Photo 2 months ago

    David Plouffe, political strategist for President Barack Obama's campaign, delivers a speech in Mexico City, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009. Plouffe addressed Mexican students as part of the Mexico Century 21 conference, organized by Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim's foundation.

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  2. David Plouffe, political strategist for President Barack Obama's campaign, delivers a speech in Mexico City, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009. Plouffe addressed Mexican students as part of the Mexico Century 21 conference, organized by Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim's foundation. AP Photo logo AP Photo 2 months ago

    David Plouffe, political strategist for President Barack Obama's campaign, delivers a speech in Mexico City, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009. Plouffe addressed Mexican students as part of the Mexico Century 21 conference, organized by Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim's foundation.

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  3. David Plouffe, former campaign manager of U.S. President Barack Obama, delivers a speech during a session at the Cannes Lions 2009 International Advertising Festival June 25, 2009. Reuters Pictures 4 months ago

    David Plouffe, former campaign manager of U.S. President Barack Obama, delivers a speech during a session at the Cannes Lions 2009 International Advertising Festival June 25, 2009.

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  4. David Plouffe, former campaign manager of U.S. President Barack Obama, delivers a speech during a session at the Cannes Lions 2009 International Advertising Festival June 25, 2009. Reuters Pictures 4 months ago

    David Plouffe, former campaign manager of U.S. President Barack Obama, delivers a speech during a session at the Cannes Lions 2009 International Advertising Festival June 25, 2009.

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  5. David Plouffe, former campaign manager of U.S. President Barack Obama, delivers a speech during a session at the Cannes Lions 2009 International Advertising Festival June 25, 2009. Reuters Pictures 4 months ago

    David Plouffe, former campaign manager of U.S. President Barack Obama, delivers a speech during a session at the Cannes Lions 2009 International Advertising Festival June 25, 2009.

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  6. David Plouffe, former campaign manager of U.S. President Barack Obama, delivers a speech during a session at the Cannes Lions 2009 International Advertising Festival June 25, 2009. Reuters Pictures 4 months ago

    David Plouffe, former campaign manager of U.S. President Barack Obama, delivers a speech during a session at the Cannes Lions 2009 International Advertising Festival June 25, 2009.

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  7. David Plouffe of USA, campaign manager for US President Barack Obama is seen during the Cannes Lions 2009, 56th International Advertising Festival in Cannes, southern France, Thursday, June 25, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 4 months ago

    David Plouffe of USA, campaign manager for US President Barack Obama is seen during the Cannes Lions 2009, 56th International Advertising Festival in Cannes, southern France, Thursday, June 25, 2009.

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  8. David Plouffe of USA, campaign manager for US President Barack Obama is seen during the Cannes Lions 2009, 56th International Advertising Festival in Cannes, southern France, Thursday, June 25, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 4 months ago

    David Plouffe of USA, campaign manager for US President Barack Obama is seen during the Cannes Lions 2009, 56th International Advertising Festival in Cannes, southern France, Thursday, June 25, 2009.

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  9. David Plouffe of USA, campaign manager for US President Barack Obama is seen during the Cannes Lions 2009, 56th International Advertising Festival in Cannes, southern France, Thursday, June 25, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 4 months ago

    David Plouffe of USA, campaign manager for US President Barack Obama is seen during the Cannes Lions 2009, 56th International Advertising Festival in Cannes, southern France, Thursday, June 25, 2009.

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  10. David Plouffe of USA, campaign manager for US President Barack Obama is seen during the Cannes Lions 2009, 56th International Advertising Festival in Cannes, southern France, Thursday, June 25, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 4 months ago

    David Plouffe of USA, campaign manager for US President Barack Obama is seen during the Cannes Lions 2009, 56th International Advertising Festival in Cannes, southern France, Thursday, June 25, 2009.

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  11. Deputy Press Secretary Bill Burton, left, and President Obama's campaign manager David Plouffe walk to Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Friday, Oct. 23, 2009. AP Photo logo AP Photo 2 weeks ago

    Deputy Press Secretary Bill Burton, left, and President Obama's campaign manager David Plouffe walk to Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Friday, Oct. 23, 2009.

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  12. FILE - In this June 25, 2009, file photo, David Plouffe of USA, Campaign Manager for President Barack Obama is seen during the Cannes Lions 2009, 56th International Advertising Festival in Cannes, southern France. AP Photo logo AP Photo 2 months ago

    FILE - In this June 25, 2009, file photo, David Plouffe of USA, Campaign Manager for President Barack Obama is seen during the Cannes Lions 2009, 56th International Advertising Festival in Cannes, southern France.

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  13. CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 months ago

    CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France.

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  14. CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 months ago

    CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France.

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  15. CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 months ago

    CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France.

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  16. CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 months ago

    CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France.

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  17. CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 months ago

    CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France.

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  18. CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 months ago

    CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France.

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  19. CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France. Getty Images logo Getty Images 4 months ago

    CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 25: Campaign Manager for Barack Obama, David Plouffe gives a speech during the 'DDB Worldwide Audacity of Successful Brands' Seminar as part of the 56th Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival on June 25, 2009 in Cannes, France.

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David Plouffe, political strategist for President Barack Obama's campaign, delivers a speech in Mexico City, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2009. Plouffe addressed Mexican students as part of the Mexico Century 21 conference, organized by Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim's foundation.

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  1. Well, I guess I would have started by advising against picking Sarah Palin (as his vice-presidential choice) and running the type of negative ads voters thought McCain was above
    View articles, topics, and photos related to this quote – David Plouffe SOURCE: AZ Central.com 1 day ago
  2. At the same time the reporter was writing this story, David Plouffe was appearing on FOX and David Axelrod was on the day before.
    SOURCE: The Plum Line - Who Runs Gov 3 days ago
  3. GOP is at an all time low…because centrists have left their party. The antics in N.Y. 23 will not help that serious problem
    View articles, topics, and photos related to this quote – David Plouffe SOURCE: The Politico 5 days ago
  4. One of the reasons we did so many of the David Plouffe videos was not just for our supporters, but also because it was a way for us to get our message out without having to actually talk to reporters
    SOURCE: Beltway Blips 3 weeks ago
  5. we had initially received a lot of advice from many of her (Clinton) supporters to pick her, though this 'advice' was perhaps more accurately described as subtle pressure.
    View articles, topics, and photos related to this quote – David Plouffe SOURCE: San Diego Union-Tribune 6 days ago
  6. Everyone in Washington wants to predict what’s going to happen next fall. This thing’s got about 20 lifetimes ... I think the long-term political picture is this: You’ve got a Republican Party with historically low favorable ratings – moderates and centrists leaving the party.
    View articles, topics, and photos related to this quote – David Plouffe SOURCE: The Caucus 1 week ago
  7. There was a mythology during the campaign that President Obama did not take Hillary Clinton very seriously as VP. The truth is he did ... The fact that he chose her as Secretary of State reflects on how strongly he believes in her leadership quality and her skill.
    View articles, topics, and photos related to this quote – David Plouffe SOURCE: The Caucus 1 week ago
  8. I think we should thank John McCain for picking her in terms of how it helped us win in 2008 ... But I think we should doubly thank him now.
    View articles, topics, and photos related to this quote – David Plouffe SOURCE: The Caucus 1 week ago
  9. What surprised me at [our first meeting to discuss the vice presidency] was that Obama was clearly thinking more seriously about picking Hillary Clinton than Ax (David Axelrod) and I had realized
    View articles, topics, and photos related to this quote – David Plouffe SOURCE: McClatchy 1 week ago
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