"My Name is Eddie Vedder, And I Approve This Obama Message"

Yes, MoveOn wants you, everyday creative types, to help Obama win the presidency by extolling his virtues in a 30-second spot. (Actually, 26 seconds. Four are needed to display a legal disclaimer.) And a bunch of exceptional, famous creative types, ultimately, will pick their favorite one.

MoveOn.org has a message for all filmmakers, writers, directors, actors, editors, composers, graphic artists, and animators: Whether you're a total amateur or a total pro, now is the time to use your creativity to help Barack Obama win....We're counting on you to make amazing ads in the next three weeks. Then, MoveOn members and the public will rate the ads, and a panel of top artists, netroots heroes, and filmmaking professionals will pick the winner from among top ads. We'll air the winning ad nationally, and the winner will receive a gift certificate for $20,000 in video equipment.

Best part about the contest? This FAQ entry:

Q: Do you have any information on Barack Obama I could use in my ad?

A: Yes. Check out the About Barack Obama section of our site for an overview of Barack Obama's qualities, positions, and values.

In case you don't know what he stands for but have decided to vote for him solely based on his oratory skills. (Not that there's anyone like that out there.)

Anyway, if you've always wanted to pitch your home-movie-making skills and your love for hope to a group of luminaries as varied and diverse as Affleck & Damon, Steve Buscemi, John Legend, Julia Stiles, Russell Simmons, Oliver Stone, and Eddie Vedder, now's your chance.

We'd be surprised if Vedder's support for Obama didn't become more explicit when he hits the road next month. He's never been one to shy away from politics—his passion for democracy, prior devotion to Nader, or disdain for George Bush. We just hope he doesn't bring Jesse Jackson along with him. (Yes, he's a "30 Seconds" judge, too.)