Even if your candidate didn't win tonight, you have reason to celebrate. We all do.
Ten months ago, when Obama won in Iowa, we had a glimpse of what was possible and what became real tonight. What I wrote then about one state is now true for the whole country:
Barack Obama's impressive victory says a lot about America, and also about the current mindset of the American voter.
Because tonight voters decided that they didn't want ...
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Insightful observations about how Obama has changed the current mindset of the American voter towards a more hopeful attitude -- and "a country not afraid to take risks or to dream big." The author presents a fair and factual interpretation of the defining feature of this historical event: Obama's unique ability to inspire hope and "tap into the better angels of our nature."
People are selfish. But they can also be compassionate and generous, and they care about the country. But not when they feel threatened. That’s why this is such a crucial time. We can go in either direction. But if we don’t make a choice soon, it will be too late to turn things around. I think people are willing to make the right choice. But they need leadership. They’re hungry for leadership."
“Barack Obama will require that you work. He is going to demand that you shed your cynicism; that you put down your divisions; that you come out of your isolation; that you move out of your comfort zones; that you push yourself to be better; and that you engage.”
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Bobby Kennedy – 1968