The People's Prez

The race is coming to a close and I've been quiet about it for a while, but I could not be happier with the way things have gone. Obama has faced some major obstacles (eg: Rev.Wright-gate and this week's ridiculous accusations from W) and emerged on the other side a stronger, better candidate than when this spectacular journey began. In the beginning, I supported Sen. Obama based on a gut feeling, a faith that I acted strongly upon and for which I faced constant criticism. I got those stares, you know, the ones that said,"Oh, you poor thing, you must not know better." But if anyone understands how it feels to have his beliefs tested and ridiculed on a regular basis, Barack Obama is that person.
Now, more so than ever, I believe that he is more than a talented, inspirational politician and Time cover boy, more than a devoted husband and father, more than an image of what the future of America should and will be. He will be the People's President. Pundits and the media will continue to speculate about his experience, but mark my words, in 2009 when he takes his oath and carries his beautiful family into history, this country will change. For once, we will have faith in our president. For once, we'll believe that America really is the land of dreams as it has oft been fabled to be.