If you have been following my blog, you know that I have been very hard on Barack Obama's beliefs as well as African-American's gullibility in following him because of the color of his skin.
But I like to think of myself as a man of fairness (though some would disagree), and I have to admit that Michelle Obama was very impressive to me at last night's DNC. Now when I say this, I am not talking about her speech alone. While I did like the approach she took by playing the "Simple girl from the Southside" card, I was more impressed with her strength, passion, confidence, and--more than anything else--her full devotion to her husband and for what she believes he can bring to this country as President. Quite simply, all these qualities (along with the speech) is giving a human side to this Presidential Campaign. And while many have criticized the night as "wasted", we must understand that people will not vote for a candidate that neglects to put their family's positives in the spotlight (see Kennedy, Reagan, and Clinton for examples of this). And up to this point, I must admit that Obama is destroying McCain in this area. So while we wait to hear Obama's stance on issues affecting our country, we must embrace the fact that his campaign is trying to show that he is a family man and that his election will bring more than just our first black President, but also a relatable person that is reflected in his family's makeup.
In conclusion, while my stance on Obama and his beliefs have not budged from the get-go, I do applaud Michelle Obama's time in the spotlight. She showed that she is very much her own lady, and at the same time loyal and supportive of her husband and his mission. And for that alone you have to applaud her, whether you are Democrat, Republican, Independent, or affiliated with any other party.
1 comment:
Good stuff, Jug.
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