It is official. Illinois senator Barack Obama has won the Democratic primary in Mississippi.
Yes that is correct.
The person who has the greatest chance of making history in November as the first African-American president has won the primary in a state that wasn't exactly known as a hub of civil rights. While I am a bit skeptical of his overtures at bipartianship (with the right-wing fascists who have ruled the last several years????), I have to admit that hearing of his victory made me smile.
No, America hasn't become a colorblind society. Racism, sadly enough is still a reality. But let's celebrate the fact that an intelligent mind and an articulate orator is doing his best to bridge gaps. And may very well succeed.
Later,
September Boy
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