(CNN) -President Barack Obama on Wednesday launched a three-day visit to five countries the battleground in the November election by pressing the theme of the State of the Union address promoting America’s core values and have the rich pay more taxes.
In Iowa he said manufacturers represent the kind of job creation which is necessary for the economy, Obama repeatedly drew applause for clear central re-election message bid-the country must stay on equal opportunities for all.
America is not looking for handouts, the President said, but would like the security of knowing they can provide for their families, send their children to College and save for retirement.
“It is all most people want. People do not have unrealistic ambitions, “he said. “They believe that if they work hard, they should be able to reach the small size of the American dream. That’s what it’s about. That’s exactly what you deserve. “
After his speech in Cedar Rapids, Obama flew to Arizona to appearances in the Phoenix and later moved to Nevada for a night. The President also will visit Michigan and Colorado on the journey that ended Friday.