ThingsPondered

After Barack Obama was elected in early November, I decided to learn more about him.  Since he is a prolific writer, what better way than to read one of his books?  The one fate led me to is The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream  (2006).  I was impressed by both his comfortable writing style and his sensible philosophy.

You must understand that I am so completely disinterested in politics that I would probably choose enduring a root canal over watching a show such as “Meet the Press.”  I am just not wired to examine politics and politicians.  So, I am relieved that the book was somewhat readable.  It is a breath of fresh air to realize Obama is self-deprecating and can laugh at himself.

Over and over he showed an understanding and sensitivity to seeing all the sides of an issue.  This totally supports his assertion that “we have a stake in one another, and that what binds us together is greater than what drives us apart (p.2).”  I feel that we are a lucky nation to welcome such a man to the Presidency.

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