Obama

I can’t help but feel awed by how Barack Obama delivers himself in front of a mass of people. In his victory speech, he was so serious you’d think he’s just been burdened by the whole of the world’s problems (in a way this is true). Or maybe he’s just tired, he must be. But his sincerity is unmistakeable and genuine he’s catching any viewer’s attention like a magnet.

Obama’s speech was not entirely impressive. It was another promise to restore the prosperity and protect the security of his country, in front of those who doubt it and those who threaten it. That’s in line with the current economic crisis bludgeoning the US and again that unending and destructive fight against terrorism.

But he emphasized every word he said, throwing one by one as if breathing life to them. His spellbinding talent is irrevocably there and it was as if by simply saying the words, he was already making things happen. He gave me goosebumps for a minute, and it’s been a long time since a speaker did.

The victory of Obama marks a historical moment for America. He is the first black president, one of the youngest, and maybe the most inexperienced (with only 4 years in the senate to back him up). But what made him win is that he embodies change – radical? – or maybe because Bush is just so detestable that voting for the republicans again would be like drowning in deeper detestation not only from the American people but from the rest of the world in general.

McCain isn’t so bad himself. But he felt really sad when he conceded. He was such a good sport, telling his supporters that although the results may be a disappointment to some, it is a time to move on and to support the new president and that they should be united and all.

McCain must be made saint of electoral losers, and with earnest prayer, may Pinoy politicians emulate him.