What is the “Obama Generation,” you ask? We’d like to know, too. The grassroots coalition that helped Barack Obama win the presidency is unique because it defies so many political stereotypes. Generation O isn’t defined by race, or class, or geography. Instead, we’re a diverse group of young, politically active people who care about a range of causes—from the economy to social issues to international politics and beyond—but are dedicated to finding solutions that transcend partisanship and benefit all of us. Newsweek.com is giving the members to this group a chance to talk directly to (and with) the public about what it’s like to work, live and learn in the age of Obama.

Because most of our generation is technologically plugged-in, it made sense to start a project that all of us could contribute to: a multimedia blog. For the next three months, our bloggers (you can meet the group here) will be checking in from all over the country, posting thoughts on the Obama administration as well as photographs, videos and audio clips from our lives. We’ll be introducting ourselves to you over the course of the week, and after that we’ll post regularly to let you know what we’re up to, what we think of local, national and international goings-on, and how Obama’s decisions are affecting our families, friends and communities. You’re invited to participate, too: we’d love to have you comment on the blog, join the Facebook group, and send in your own stories from time to time. We’re starting this blog with the hope that by connecting Obama supporters around the country and giving them the chance to compare stories and experiences, we’ll be able to figure out what it means to be a part of Generation O. We hope you’ll stick around, and enjoy!

-Aku