Obama

The 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama. What will he and his administration end up being recognized for? Or has it already been defined? There seems to be a lot of motivation on his behalf not just to be recognized for being the first African American President. But to right a ship that has almost capsized. To right the ship that Bush has left is a tall task. The good thing for Obama is it can't get much worse, so there is a lot of upside.

One of the greatest moments in the history of this country was when it became official, and Obama took the stand for his victory speech. At that moment I do not remember feeling more proud to be an American. More so than 9-11 and when the Olympic hockey team won gold in 1980. It was an amazing feeling because it felt like our country finally became ONE.

It was funny leading up to the election in conversations with people, friends and family, etc., everyone would say the same thing, 'I do not think a black man can get elected president but I am going to vote for him anyway'. And I am glad they did! The most disturbing element during the election were the emails and rumors that went around saying that Obama was a radical Muslim and not a Patriotic American. It is amazing that some people can be so disrespectful and despicable.

But seeing the faces on my fellow Americans on TV the evening of Obama's victory speech took me to a special place. It is a night I certainly will not forget for as long as I live. We can only hope that Obama will be as great a President as we all hope he will be. His spirit and faith will certainly carry him through tough times and his determination to help his fellow Americans will be the greatest asset.

By American citizens electing Barack Obama as there 44th President we brought our country instant credibility internationally and maybe one of our best achievements since the founding fathers wrote the Declaration of Independence.

An American citizen proud to have Barack Obama as President. And I thank my fellow Americans for helping make it happen.