by C.S. Jefferson
I am a cynic. But today, there is renewed hope and for my beloved America, be proud and celebrate the election for change.
Thank you, President Barack Obama, for restoring my trust and belief in our Democracy once again.
As a man, I hide my tears whenever possible, but I am moved to have seen so many people from different cultures and religions come together in unity to support your candidacy, demonstrating to the world that the American dream is real. It makes me believe, as we were once told as children, that the end of racism, poverty, economic disparity and injustice is not impossible.
I am not a member of the Democratic party, but I became a reluctant and late supporter this election cycle because I could not morally, or in good conscience, vote to endorse the incumbent party for another four years. The future of our country, and a true change in the direction of policy is far greater than the man or the myth standing at the epicenter of the right place and moment in history.
It’s nice to belong and have a party affiliation of your choice, but if there is no underlying fundamental prosperity in the lives of those in our nation to support such ideology and rhetoric, red and blue states become meaningless, color blind demarcation lines on a geographical map.
We have all seen disappointment before, so it was difficult for me to believe this could be possible until it was finally realized.
America, be proud and support President Obama for the good of the country. Whatever misgivings or doubts we had, let them go. Give him the chance he has earned that so many people have trusted him in handling the leadership of our nation with responsibility and care.
Folks, the American dream is alive and well. Embrace it.
