So why my excitement? America affects the world like no other nation! what happens on that side of the Atlantic has ramifications everywhere. Living and working in Africa, one quickly becomes aware of the influence America has, especially in the fields of HIV and AIDS. America donates more towards these issues than any other nation. Hopefully with a visionary like Obama in charge, things will get a lot better for a lot of people.
Two great quotes from Obama's victory speech:"If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible, who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time, who still questions the power of our democracy, tonight is your answer,"
And regarding John McCain: "He has endured sacrifices for America that most of us cannot begin to imagine,".
The last time I felt this hopeful about politics was in '97 when New Labour thumped the then washed-up and corrupt Tories. Sadly they failed us. I really hope Obama can avoid similar pitfalls.
For now I am really hopeful for the future, I believe America and the 'American Dream' is in safe hands now. God Bless America!
This is pretty much the most amazing day in politics in my almost (next week!) 51 years of life.
ReplyDeleteI was late to support Obama, but when I fell, I fell hard. These weeks have been filled with cautious optimism.
However, to watch what I watched last night was unprecedented. His acceptance speech was pure brilliance- he is a great man.
John McCain was gracious. Sarah Palin looked furiously angry.
I know many people who were for McCain but started to change at the end... Not because they disliked McCain or liked Obama, but because they felt that Obama was the only one who might not heal just our nation, but build bridges with the world again.
God bless everyone - no exceptions!
(I have that button on my tote bag that I carry with my books and so forth!)
Thanks for this post - thank you!