“With Democratic nominee Barack Obama claiming the primary, I count it a privilege to be able to share in this momentous and history-making event. In the words of Obama, “Yes We Can” and on yesterday; “We Did!” It has not been 50 years since the time that we were not able to vote the “change” that so many before us fought for. It is finally becoming a reality. Being able to witness history-in-the-making is something that I will be able to reflect on for years to come. I am ready to take action and witness that “next step” in making Barack Obama the next president of the United States.” – Eltease Moore, JSU Alumna
“I think that Barack Obama is a great example that anything in this world is possible! Determination is what gets you where you want to be when others doubt you. Obama has determination to be the next president and he will be! I also think that his win on Tuesday is evidence that the United States is becoming one nation indivisble, and everyone soon will be able to obtain life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness regardless of race, gender, sexual preference, religious beliefs etc. -Jennifer Wells, Edward Waters College, Jax, FL
“Obama’s our candidate. The African-American race is indeed making history as of today – this has the potential to be the most significant accomplishments for us to date. I think the true fight begins now though. Some democrats would rather support McCain than see a black man lead the country, which is unbelievable to me, but hey, racism is still alive in this day and age. Hopefully, the best man (Obama) will win the election and get this country back on track! YES WE CAN!!!” – Eric Burton, Tougaloo College Alumnus
“Obama has proven over the past 6 months that he has the fortitude and tenacity to overcome the obstacles that are placed before him. He was initially the underdog of the Democratic Party nomination ticket but he did not let that stop him. He never lost sight of the people and their power to make or break a political campaign. He challenged the American public to dream bigger and better for their futures, which they [we] have done by choosing Obama as our democratic presidential nominee.” – Jasmine Boyd, Spelman College Alumna, Atlanta, GA
“Barack Obama effectively clinched the Democratic presidential nomination Tuesday, becoming the first black candidate ever to lead his party into a fall campaign for the White House. Obama’s campaign has done what “Rock the Vote” and “Vote or Die” could not do. His campaign has inspired folks who usually don’t vote, to exercise the right. The singer-songwriter Lyfe Jennings says “There are only two things in life that are constant… that’s change and change.” Barack Obama has taken the word change and made its definition believable to a country filled with people of varied ethnic, economic and educational backgrounds that may have felt that change was impossible. Now I can see that change is here. No matter what happens after today, “YES WE CAN” has modified our country, even if it’s only a small amount.
The little black kid from the movie “Angels In The Outfield” said with great optimism, “Hey It could happen.” I believe it could happen too. -George “Chuck” Patterson , Tougaloo College Alumni
I am elated. Frankly, I’m just about speechless. I hope all that didn’t want to support Barack Obama in the beginning now take time to listen to what he has to say and maybe change their minds and give him a chance. – Ryan Stewart, JSU Alumni Belzoni, MS
I think its about time that America finally catches up with the rest of the world. If male chovanist/dominated countries such as India have female leaders then why the heck can’t America finally at least have a man of color as our leader? – Kenneth Martin, Edward Waters College, Jax, FL
The news of Barack Obama’s victory in securing the privilege of representing the Democratic Party as candidate for the United States Presidential Race is seen by most as a substantial achievement. Nevertheless, the magnitude of this accomplishment and the depth of its true significance in the world, both obvious and implied, is astounding! In fact, some deep-rooted personal reflection is required by anyone attempting to come to real terms with its multi-faceted meaning.
The fact that Obama is poised to become the leader of the free world positions the United States, from a historical perspective, to make its most meaningful installment in payment of a dream deferred. In some minds, it very well will be the first installment. Obama’s success will also posture our country to meet an even more far-reaching milestone by creating a functional atmosphere for true change, superseding our historical foundation of political and cultural illusions…Should we fail to seize the moment, our world-wide legacy will indicate, in truth, that the United States is doomed to continue its’ existence with those illusions as our reality! – Leon Williams, South Haven, MS
This day is not only exciting because a candidate that I believe in has finally secured the Democratic nomination for president but it it is also exciting because never before has a person of color come this far. Its about time! Its unfortunate that whomever wins the presidency will inherit such a mess- a war that seems hopeless, severe economic woes, people full of despair, a nation that cannot seem to overcome its race and class differences…but I believe there is hope and the first step is to change the way we have been doing things. I believe Senator Obama can be that agent of change if we all stand behind him and most importantly pray for him and our nation. – Joy Amerson, Madison, MS
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