You are part of the HiStory

Like Obama or not, you’re living in historic times. To have seen a woman, to have seen a Black man go this far in search of the most elusive job ever is something most of us never thought we would see in our lifetime. For many, it became reality yesterday when Obama hit the mark. We looked back on how much Hilary has done, and realize how much she can still do. And we wonder how far Obama? How far??

So, make your mark here. Do tell: Where were you when you found out that Obama got the necessary votes for the nomination? Tell how you felt, remembering to be civil here so that your responses don’t have to magically disappear. Even if you don’t necessarily agree with his politics, you must have had a reaction to this.

Me? I had watched all morning in my apartment while getting ready for work and left when he needed 10 more votes. (I’m in Taiwan with a 12 hour time difference from the US.) Almost as soon as I brought up my gMail account, I had an email from my friend Carolyn telling me the Barack had finally done it! Happy? Yes. Worried if the dems can do it? You bet! American will be showing its true colors.

“This was the moment – this was the time – when we came together to remake this great nation so that it may always reflect our very best selves, and our highest ideals.” ~Barak Obama

7 thoughts on “You are part of the HiStory”

  1. Actually, I have to say that the actual events yesterday (6/3) had no effect on me. To me the significance was back when it became evident that the Democratic nominee was certain to be either a black man or a white woman.

    And most importantly to me, most of the people I encountered seemed to evaluate both candidates in terms of their strengths and weaknesses as a candidate. At least in the circles I travel in, neither race nor gender were ever really an issue. That is the component that made me most proud of the time and place in which I live.

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  2. I would say it was pretty amazing.

    I’m fairly cynical and never thought I’d live to see the day.

    Barak has restored my faith if not just for an instant in a politician.

    After listening to Senator Obama last night I felt truly inspired. I’m actually excited for this general election!

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  4. I, also, was about to leave for my school in Chiayi County, Taiwan. CNN Asia was announcing that only a few counts were needed…less than 10 and I really wanted to wait around for the final results to be announced but scheduling would not permit it. I must agree with both Michele and Rodney, history has been made…a female and a Black man earnestly seeking the office of President of the United States (POTUS)! WOW, what a era to be living in. My great-grandchildren will study it as history and I’m living it.

    My prayer is that peace, respect, equality and prosperity would once again reign over and within these United States. God Bless America!

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  5. I was at work but I was getting text as early as Monday night about some celebrations that would be taking place Tues and Wed. There have been many instant replays of Barak’s speech and I told my youngest daughter to join me in front of the tv. I shared that this was truly history, and that I would have never thought that I would see the day that a black man would be in line for the position of President of the United States. I also shared how all along, I did not think we as a people would lose as we had a black man and a woman who could be President. We talked about my disappointment with Senator Clinton and how we as people of color still have such a long way to go. There would have been no way they would have allowed Barak to continue months ago if the tables had been turned and Hillary had won so many states. I like the fact that she never gave up, they showed her strenght but clearly Tues was a day for her to put aside her “me attitude” and congratulate and start helping figure out how the democratic party can and will pull this off for America.

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  6. I don’t remember where I was exactly when I heard the news that Obama had finally gotten enough votes to be the nominee for president – but it was here in Taiwan. It was a historic time from the beginning, with a woman and an African-American. I also think it is significant that we also have a prisoner-of-war running for President, too. Each one has such a life story. We have come a long way, and I’m glad.

    America is a great country, and I’m proud to be an American. My prayer, too, is that God will bless America.

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  7. I have dreamed of this moment, without expecting to see it in my lifetime. It is awe-inspring that this country has embraced a woman and an African American as a potential leader of the country. While there is still much division and prejudice in this country, it is good to know that for at least a moment, we have looked beyond our differences to what holds us together as a nation. May God continue to bless America. And may we be a blessing to others!

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