Barack Obama + America and like all such good reciprocal relationships it gets its strength from honesty, which is, as PO, pointed out in this speech, justification for authentic hope that is grounded in reality.

That nothing in this country that is worthwhile, has ever happened unless somebody, somewhere was willing to hope..."

Well, we did!

Peace, patrice.

It is not foolish optimism or blind faith - it is knowing what the reality is and gearing up to meet it.

Daily. Not once every four years, but every single day. Thanks, Sheshe!

I really think that we have finally reached a point in this country where those of us who believe in crazy things like peace and equal rights are in the majority. A wonderful thing!