I sat and watched the inauguration of Barack Obama this morning. It was a thrilling experience, one I will never forget. From the prayer by Pastory Rick Warren, to the transcendant version of "My Country 'Tis of Thee" by Aretha Franklin (which gave me chills) to the swearing in, to Obama's inaugural address, it was hard to feel anything but hope this morning.
That may be President Obama's greatest gift to this nation, his ability to inspire hope in others. With his calm, self-assured demeanor, it's hard to feel anything but confident in him. He gives off the air of someone who is never unsure of himself, and he makes you believe in him too. He may not have all the answers to our problems, but he has the power to inspire hope in others. That's a rare gift, and a good start.
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