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The thing that I will remember most about this presidential election was going to vote in the primaries and in the regular election. This was a historic election for me because I was able to help vote the first African American president into office. I consider voting a privilege, not a right. As a young African American female, I feel that it is important to exercise your right to vote. This opportunity was not available several years ago. For many decades, African Americans were not allowed to vote, let alone run for office. Barack Obama defied all odds. This is very inspirational because it gives boys and girls around the world hope to know that if they put their minds to it, anything is possible. Many events took place in history to set the pathway for Obama. Rosa Parks sat so that Martin Luther King Jr. could stand for justice and equality. Obama ran so that people everywhere might be able to fly. I feel that it is time for a change that we can believe in. I feel that it is very important for young people to get involved with politics. In the 2008 election, I attended the Obama rally in Asheville. I also was a part of a Democratic group that helped campaign for Obama to get other teens involved. All in all, I feel that the election is one that I will always remember. I am really glad that I had a chance to be a part of this turning point in American history. Give us your feedback. We value your opinions. Write us at hilltop@mhc.edu. Be sure to include your full name and the story you reference. See our letters policy. | HOME | ARCHIVE | OPINIONS | EMAIL US |
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