Obama’s Inauguration: What it Means to Us
“Know that America is a friend of each nation and every man, woman and child who seeks a future of peace and dignity, and that we are ready to lead once more.” – Barack Obama (Inauguration Speech)
We here at SwipeLife headquarters have been switching our time between posts and watching the live coverage of Barack Obama’s Inauguration in Washington D.C. With all the inspiring images, comments, and speeches, we wanted to take a turn from the norm and do a little something different. This post is just a collection of our own thoughts accompanied by some of today’s images (courtesy of AP Photos, NY Times, Flickr). These are basically just words on what today means to us here at SwipeLife. Please proceed after the jump to read our little feature for the day. Also, if you want to respond with your own thoughts, please tell us what this day means to you in our comment section.
Obama represents a step forward, the great diversity that exists in our nation, and hope for future generations. We would be naive to think that everything will change overnight, at least we can say we are headed in the right direction. I have always been proud of my country but today I hold my head a little higher and a little prouder. – Paul Castillo (Managing Editor)
President Barack Obama is a great inspiration for me and a role model for today’s generation. The fate of America is resting on his shoulders, but seeing how he can move the people to listen and work alongside him, I am confident he will succeed. President Obama embodies the hopes of everyone who wants something better in their life. All you need is for one man to awaken the world, and I know Obama’s presidency will create a positive effect for generations to come. Congrats Mr. President and I wish him nothing but the best! – Dresden Baluyot (Head Contributor)
Following his inauguration, 44th U.S. President Barack Obama will face the tall order of restoring a marred global image, a destitute economy, and democracy (”order”) in a battered Iraq and its surrounding Arab nations. This does not include the myriad of domestic issues that must be addressed his next terms. The agenda laid-forth is hopelessly lengthy and President Obama’s presence in the White House will be subject to
review for years to come. Even former President Bush’s legacy is yet to be properly assessed. We’ll see as the dust settles and clears from this Middle East debacle (doesn’t bode too well for him at this juncture).
I am forever a cynic when it comes to politics, but I’ve become relatively optimistic amidst these crippled times. And that is because I believe that we do have someone in office that has great character and resolve to face these problems – at very least, he’s competent and I think that’s a far departure from his predecessor. That cool and collected demeanor may be valuable when forging the broad political consensus that is essential to finding solutions to our nation’s problems. – Jason Rodriguez (Head Editor)
For those burdened and beaten by our country’s current challenges, Barrack Hussein Obama’s Inauguration is an optimistic sign that better times are on the horizon. What I got from our 44th President’s speech is that he is more than ready to take on the these challenges. Our current economic crisis, the war in Iraq, healthcare costs, environmental concerns and other foreign issues are just some of the priorities we need to tackle as a nation. Obama is more than determined however, as he boldly and enthusiastically states, “problems are serious and they are many. They will not be met easily or in a short span of time. But know this, America — they will be met.” I believe that President Obama will bridge the gap between our nation’s hopes and our determination to grab hold of the solutions to most of country’s problems. His ability to move and inspire is just half of the equation, the other half is up to him and to us collectively to actually make the real change we’ve all been longing for. - Felson Sajonas (Chief Editor)
(Images Courtesy of AP, New York Times, Flickr, CNN)
