Comments on: o, happy day?

By: Dad

Dad — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:15:57 +0000

Chris and friends,
I share your disappointment and anger, and deal with it by reminding myself that America is not simply a country, it is a process moving ever forward toward something more noble and inclusive. That process comes to a screeching halt the moment we become so disillusioned and bitter that we allow injustice to continue. Justice was not born with the universe, not essential to the cosmos as is gravity, electromagnetism and the nuclear forces. Justice must be manifested by thinking, feeling beings. Barack Obama stands as president today because, despite the setbacks in his own life, he always remained true to that hopeful process. Let us in our own struggle also be true, and when the day comes when we watch the first openly gay American take the presidential oath, let that same arc toward justice compel us to include those who have yet to have their human dignity acknowledged. With that great process in mind, we can truly celebrate this inauguration day.

By: Mom

Mom — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 20:51:02 +0000

I was not aware that this happened. I am truly sorry that America did not get to hear his words - they are very moving. How lucky we are to have youtube. Please follow the outcome of the outcry on this - I will keep my eyes and ears open, too and keep you posted. I know it’s hard to maintain optimism, but, believe me, after listening to the words of grandchildren of former slaves at an MLK ceremony today, you gotta have faith. Change happens slowly…but, it does happen. Never give up!

By: chris

chris — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 20:18:31 +0000

…but necessary.

By: Trish

Trish — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:17:53 +0000

Not a real upper of a prayer, I have to say.