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you know, no matter what side of the presidential election anyone is on, i really think that obama’s winning is important. i think it really means a lot not only to the african-american community but to the whole country that if you try really hard, and dedicate yourself to succeeding that you can, to invoke the old cliche, be anything you want–even the president of the united states. how amazing is it that a black boy or girl can see barack and michelle as world leaders? some of those children will become republicans and some of them will become democrats, but it makes a huge difference that the disenfranchisement that has defined generations of minorities is coming to an end. for so long those kids in the projects have seen money as the only way out of that life–through crime, drugs, sports, or entertainment. now they can finally have an example of education and dedication to community service as a way to a better life.

that is huge.

barack obama’s presidency–who knows what he will be able to accomplish. maybe all of his promises will be blocked by red tape or lack of funds, or a lack of support by the american people. maybe he will accomplish everything he sets out to and it will be an amazing utopia, maybe he accomplishes everything and it kind of sucks. but his election to the highest office in america is a watershed moment for our country and the world is really watching. i happen to believe that he will be a really good president, that he will be reasonable and thoughtful in his policies, that he will consider the pros and cons of any decisions and that he has our entire country’s best interest foremost on his mind and that he wont hesitate to act on that. i have to believe that his message of hope will lead to a better tomorrow.