so, of course, i have been staked out on the couch in front of the tv beginning at 8p this week checking out the Democratic National Convention (DNC) being held in Denver this year. i've watched michelle obama and hilary clinton. i've heard the speeches of bill clinton and joe biden.
tonight, i first listened and then watched Barack Obama make his acceptance speech for the nomination for President of the United States of America. simply put, i was moved. i have typed all of this out because it is, undeniably, one of the most poignant events of history and one of the things in my life i will never, ever forget.
i am not without objectivity- politicians have to be charasmatic and generous in their promises- but i am so awed and so impressed with this man. i am overwhelmed in thinking of those who came before him. when i think of people who looked like me and faced raging, debilitating racist obstacles to even cast a vote - i cannot (and quite frankly am unable to imagine those who can) help but feel a swell of hope, pride and motivation. i know, i know, i can hear the music cued and the american flag waving. BUT, and i'm not exaggerating, for the first time in my life i would not mind hearing or seeing that.
i wonder about his choice of joseph biden for a running mate. i am far from a political historian or analyst but it seems a little risky. i just pray it pays off.
here's to november!
(did al sharpton lose weight again??)
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