I am a HUGE supporter of barack obama, and though i missed being able to vote by just three days (yup, today's my 18th b-day) I am very proud of America and the President we've chosen.
this election has taught me a lot about the people around me, and sadly i think it has brought out the worst in some of them.
I would just like to say that America is not over its racism. It is not okay to use a race or a religion as an insult. whenever someone accuses obama of being an Arab or a muslim, it is only an insult to all the Arabic and islamic people living here in the united states. It is not ok to accuse him of being a terrorist simply because of his name or the color of his skin. It is not ok to make jokes about him being assasinated, or worse yet, wish assasination upon him. It is not ok to call him un-american just because his father was kenyan.
I thought america was past this shameful stage in its history, but unfortunately racism is still very prevelent in our society. If it wasn't, our new president wouldn't have to give speeches behind bullet-proof glass.
I don't care what your political views are, it is NOT acceptable to push this aside as if it doesn't matter. Tuesday was a remarkable day in the history of america and i'm proud to be a part of it. I just wish people could put their ignorance aside and appreciate it for what it's worth.
I can't wait for the days ahead in this exciting presidancy. It may have taken time, but finally a new day has come, and i'm ready to face the changes that come with it. YES WE CAN!
