So I just couldnt help myself. I had to take pics of the TV because it was THAT serious. Besides the fact that the entire thing was kinda off schedule, and the judge messed up on the oath, it was spectacular. Mr. President and the first lady looked great and oh so classy. And those who know me know that I am not a big fan of green, let alone wearing it, but damn if Michelle didnt look on point in those green leather gloves (they was fire). It really does feel good to see Mr. Obama become the president. And for those of you who dont really get it, ill try to break it down for you: Not only have Black people had to work as slaves to build this country, we had to deal with the ramifications of a racist environment after the fact. No rights, no respect, not even the acknowledgement of being human at one point. And although Barack Obama was raised way different than most Black people, went to Harvard, became a Senator and has money, when people look at that man, they see a Black person. His skin is dark, so anyone who chooses NOT to talk to him or get to know him could write him off as another nigger (dont act like there arent people out there who still think like this). And seriously, the make-up of America and what people see as American is White, lets keep it really real. Most big box office hits include white actors/actresses in lead roles (Oh hey Will Smith), a hand full of none white actors/actresses win Oscars, most big named super models are white (I see you Jourdann Dunn and Chanel Iman, Tyra and that chick that threw the phone at her housekeeper), most of the billionaires or more wealthy people are white (Im sure they worked hard for their money, but again Blacks needed things like "affirmative action" to even get a job let alone a damn college education). Oh, and Black history month? Are you serious (let me school you for a sec) What started as a week to honor African Americans by Carter G. Woodson (the author of the Miseducation of the Negro) in February was expanded to a month. But Blacks (like myself) shouldn't need just a month to be honored because I am American just like anyone else.
The point of that tangent I just went on was to say that this moment is so "historic" because it really is a phenomenon that a Black person (amidst on-going racist logic/policies/thoughts/attitudes) can be elected president. And although we come from 2 different places, his skin looks like mine. Im sure that man can tell you some stories about how he was disrespected or mistreated because of the color of his skin (just as I can). People like to think that this is no big deal, and that Blacks are mistaken if they think they will get special treatment because Mr. Obama is Black. The fact of the matter is just like Sidney Poitier opened the doors and made it ok for Black actors to be recognized for their talent, Barack Obama is making it ok for all Blacks or ANYONE for that matter to aspire to the highest position in the world (just like Hilary Clinton did for women). I just wanted to get that out the way. Most folks kinda dance around that fact that racism still exists. But my philosophy is once people realize it does and can openly admit it, then maybe, just MAYBE we can actually get past it. The above was to explain the sentiment of Blacks and why this is so very important. With that being said, lets pay close attention to what the new Pres SAID HE WOULD DO and HOLD IT TO HIM(cuz when I get back in 2010 Im ready to get this paper). We shouldn't be lookin at his color, but what his policies and plans are for gettin the economy back together, or the Gaza conflict, or looming terrorism, or anti-American sentiment, or diminishing natural resources, or the current gas problem, education, health care and the list goes on and on and on. Hopefully this really is a new day......
**DISCLAIMER** Now Black people, dont be holdin on to the new Pres like he owe you something. He worked hard to get where he is. Let him be an example and nothing more. Do not depend on him to pay your bills or give you special treatment because you deserve none.
Oh, and can we please stop talkin about Michelle Obama's fashion sense. I gave her props earlier for them gloves, cuz yall know I aint no hater (but the oufit was eehh). But isn't she a lawyer? Doesn't she have a brain? Can we start talkin about what we want to see her do as a first Lady instead of what fashion designer she gon put on the map......
Ok Im done......
Oh wait, if there was even a MINUTE chance that the Pres or someone he knows read MY BLOG, and is planning to come to Bulgaria (Im not sure why you would do that) but can you please do so BEFORE I leave here (by June 2010). I'm just sayin......
Ok, im really done......
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