A new day!
As I was watching the nomination unfold, I was overwhelmed
with so many emotions. On one hand, I was completely overwhelmed
with joy and hope. On the other hand, I realized that I am forever
deeply indebted to Barack Obama, as I now realize the sacrifice he
is making.
My grandfather died in 2003; I truly wish he could have lived
to see this. He was born in the 20s in deep south Alabama and
probably never dreamed that a black man would have the chance to
run this country. Black people have had the feelings that "We can
build this country on our backs as slaves, but can't run it." Now,
it's a new day. We have that opportunity.
I think of what it means for my cousins, my brothers, my
stepson, my nephews. It means that now they have a completely new
dream to shoot for--to be president.
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