President elect Barack Obama gave his victory speech to thousands of supporters in Chicago on Tuesday night. Talking to a crowd that extended far into the distance Obama said, “if there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible, who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time, who still questions the power of our democracy, tonight is your answer.” (nytimes.com). “It’s been a long time coming,” he added, “but tonight, because of what we did on this date in this election at this defining moment, change has come to America.” “The road ahead will be long, our climb will be steep.” “We may not get there in one year or even one term, but America, I have never been more hopeful than I am tonight that we will get there. I promise you, we as a people will get there”(nytimes.com) The audience included the Rev. Jesse Jackson and Oprah Winfrey along with other supporters wiping tears from their eyes. Obama's speech was incredibly moving and emotional. I found everyone watching it with me was crying, even those who had voted for John McCain.
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