As I watched Barack Obama walk out hand in hand with his family, I was overcome with the realization that he did it. He surpassed every obstacle, every expectation and broke away from the status quo of American politics. I could not believe what I was experiencing. I am so, so proud to have been a part of this history. To lend what I could to his campaign and this movement. I’m so proud of his family, to be able to call them my country’s first family.
I went down to the Sacramento for Obama party down at a hotel in town. I took my camera to get some photos to document such a historic moment. The people there were amazing. Black, white, Latino, Asian, women, men, children, and everything in between. Seeing the reactions of some of the African-Americans was something I will never forget. When NBC called Ohio for Obama, and everyone cheered and knew this was the beginning of a landslide, I looked around and saw tears coming from these people, people who never thought they would see the day where their country would elect a black president. I felt honored and extremely humbled to be witnessing it with them.
I can’t describe how proud I am to be an American right now. I don’t think I’ve felt this kind of pride for my country before. Barack Obama is a President I know I will be proud to call MY president. I can’t wait to see him lead our country.
3 comments:
I think Obama will do great things as president. He is such a good orator, its hard not to believe in him.
But we really need to help Michelle on her outfit. WHAT is she wearing.
Brianne we're proud of all your hard work. GoBama!
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