As much as it doesn't surprise me, the apparent fact that the Wright controversy, and moreover the reaction from Obama's speech on this and on race in America in general, has hurt Obama's candidacy (especially regarding a potential McCain match-up), is profoundly depressing. I'm as cynical as anyone yet I was truly amazed by Obama's candor and straightforwardness. It was also tremendously courageous for a politician to take on so bluntly an issue such as this, especially a politician who's so very close to the U.S. presidency.
I mean, when a candidate honestly confronts such a controversial issue and deals with it in a mature, intellectual, and sincere way and somehow this hurts them you kinda have to ask, what's the f***ing point?
HMMMM... The speech was good, not great.. It was also a speech that Obama "had" to make, especially if he planned to stay ahead of Clinton..... He had NO choice in the matter.. I do like the fact the media has finally attacked him.. It's about time to see what he's made of.. Show us Obama that "you can handle" the big stage..
Posted by: space wrangler | March 26, 2008 at 11:47 PM