A very committed Vermont-based volunteer has written an interesting overview of the effort to elect Barack Obama in Vermont.

But, make no mistake. Despite the outpouring of support for Obama here in the Green Mountain State, we should never think — even for a moment — that a win here is guaranteed.

Probably the most significant indicator of Obama support in Vermont has been his grass roots support. The state that brought you Howard Dean could be expected to recognize in Obama an upgraded version of its own favorite son. As soon as Obama announced his candidacy and launched his website, VefrmontersforObama was created. And the citizens responded. By Labor Day, a self-initiated petition-drive organized entirely by volunteers delivered 500 more than the 1000 signatures of registered voters required to place Obama’s name on the Democratic primary ballot. VermontersforObama also organized a Club Obama Party that served to recruit more volunteers, raise funds and publicize endorsements from the Vermont Attorney General and Treasurer, and the former Mayor of Burlington.

Read the whole thing at One Million Strong, a group blog supporting Barack Obama.

And keep on working!