Post by alyssaostroff on Nov 7, 2008 17:46:02 GMT -5
Citation: Mike Keefe, The Denver Post , 11/06/08
In the political cartoon, three citizens are reflecting on the election between McCain and Obama. “I really feel a part of Obama’s election…” they say. And they should. Considering all the campaigning and speeches Obama did, he didn’t do any of it alone. The public who believed in him all had a part in his election as President. People donated money to the campaign, showed support at rallies, donated community service to work polls and the Obama headquarters… It wasn’t one man’s job. We all played a part and therefore were “a part of Obama’s election.” Then to the right of the men on the left are hundreds of exuberant Obama supporters full of joie de vivre and who are all agreeing with the foregoing statement. Collectively they joined together to do a great service to our country. They exercised their right to vote by electing “Change to Washington.” After the rough eight years the United States of America has endured, one man has offered us hope for a better future, and he is the next president of the United States. Together the citizens form Obama’s profile in the cartoon. These people – the citizens of America – are the future of this country. It is amusing how Obama’s campaign revolved around change and hope for the future, and the citizens on the right make up that future. It was the American people who said “Hey! We want a change, and Barack Obama can give us that!” He is the future of America. And the citizens make up Obama. Where would he be without the support of all of us? We all played a part in this election process and I think that’s what the political cartoon is depicting. When we band together as one nation – Democrats and Republicans – we can make a difference; Obama can make a difference.
When I woke up Wednesday it occurred to me, Barack Obama will be the next President come January. I’m still ecstatic! My faith in the American people lately had been dwindling. I honestly thought McCain had a good chance of winning Tuesday night. I’m just glad that voters were able to see the promise Obama has. Despite all the defamatory ads and mudslinging certain opponents were dishing out, everything came together and America has a brighter future once again. Obama supporters were strong advocates for him; without them, how could he win? Everyone needs support when they are embarking on a new aspect of their life. It is one’s support network that gets them to the top. You need those people when you start to have your doubts, and although Obama played it cool throughout the campaign, I’m sure he had a few doubts once or twice. And I’m sure looking out at the crowds of twenty thousand people and more all chanting “Yes, we can!” had to boost his confidence level. We are America and Obama will lead us into the light with us following close at his heels.
