Tuesday, 20th January 2009 witnessed one of the most historical days on record, for Barack Obama stepped up to be crowned the 44th President fo the United States, but the first non-caucasian ever. 
An event that would send shivers up and down your spine saw thousands of people rave the harsh cold weather to gather outside the White House to witness such an historical moment.
Chants to the tone of Obama's trademark words "Yes We Can" rang out all around. Barack Obama made one eye-opening point. In words to the effect that just 60 years ago his own father would have struggled to be served in a restaurant. Yet now, this man stands before us, being sworn in as the 44th President of America. It both acknowledges the unfair and harsh reality of life for people of previous generations, and celebrates how far we as a race have come.
Personally, I am delighted to have been able to witness such a hugely important event in our history. There is a sense of energy, spirit, positivity and hope about this man - a new dawn has come, change is upon us.
An event that would send shivers up and down your spine saw thousands of people rave the harsh cold weather to gather outside the White House to witness such an historical moment.
Chants to the tone of Obama's trademark words "Yes We Can" rang out all around. Barack Obama made one eye-opening point. In words to the effect that just 60 years ago his own father would have struggled to be served in a restaurant. Yet now, this man stands before us, being sworn in as the 44th President of America. It both acknowledges the unfair and harsh reality of life for people of previous generations, and celebrates how far we as a race have come.
Personally, I am delighted to have been able to witness such a hugely important event in our history. There is a sense of energy, spirit, positivity and hope about this man - a new dawn has come, change is upon us.
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